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Common Boating Questions – Part 1

By News Canada

Which type of boat is right for me?

For most buyers, general purpose craft which serve as fish, ski and picnic boats are ideal; for others needing something specialized, a wide selection is offered in most markets.

How big a boat will I need?

Size is a function of who will be on board and where it will be used. Options range from 12-ft. dinghies to power and sail yachts. If it is a question of two to four-feet in size, buy more if your budget allows. This will keep you in the boat longer.

What about power needs?

What will it cost?

Most newcomers are surprised that, with financing, boats can be paid for in monthly installments and often cost less than they think. Pre-owned boats often cost one-half of similar new models.

What is the best time of year to buy?

The best time of year to buy is when you are ready. Boat shows provide great opportunities to find "show specials." However, specials only work if you have done some homework and identified the right type of boat for your needs. There are good deals on boats throughout the year.

To get lots more information on boating, including a free CD-ROM entitled "Discover Boating", visit www.discoverboating.ca.

- News Canada

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Unique Porta-Bote Folding Boat - Folds To 4 inches (11 cm) Flat

By Anonymous

(* February 3 2004--Our choice for an exhilarating outdoor adventure is the unique folding Porta-Bote. Ideal for the outdoorsman who enjoys fishing, hunting and sailing but lacks the space to store ordinary boats, the Porta-Bote is an affordable and convenient way to experience excursions away from land. Extremely practical for owners of small autos and RVs, Porta -Botes stow easily on the roof or side of the vehicle. No trailer is needed!

Porta-Bote can be opened in a few minutes, weighs half as much as comparable aluminum boats, and stores easily with its 4 inch flat folded
size. Truly Amazing!

Porta-Bote carries a full 10 year warranty, never needs painting, and can withstand pressures over 90,000 pounds! The hinges of the Porta-bote are waterproof and are so unique they have been granted a patent. Available in 8', 10', 12' and 14' models, colors include Pacific Pearl, Duck Hunter Green and Aluminum.

As for performance, Porta-Botes leave similar sized aluminum boats and inflatables in their wake. These convenient crafts need only half the horsepower of heavier boats and are virtually puncture proof. Porta-Bote is extremely stable and floats even when completely filled with water!

In addition to being used as an owner's main craft, Porta-Botes make excellent ship-to-shore dinghies taking up only 4" of valuable deck space. An optional sailkit turns Porta-Bote into a very fast sailboat that can outrun most sailing prams and also fits neatly atop a small car.

The best thing about the Porta-Bote is that little maintenance is required. Almost nothing sticks to the Porta-Bote, not even dirt. Time with your Porta-Bote will be spent having fun and not cleaning!

For more information or to order your Porta-Bote today call (800)227-8882 or visit their website at http://www.porta-bote.com.



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Rehoboth Beach, DE Boat Show is a waterside family fest

By Anonymous

April 17, 2004--Rehoboth Beach Boat Show is a waterside family fest.See Coast Guard rescue demos, remote controlled America’s Cup replicas, and dozens of brand new boats for sale at the Rehoboth Boat Show May 8 & 9!

On Saturday and Sunday May 8 & 9, from 10 a,m, - dusk, the first block of Rehoboth Avenue and the bandstand will become a sea of fantastic new personal watercraft, power boats, vendors, bands and fun. And don't forget Rehoboth's legendary boardwalk pizza, fries and saltwater taffy!

This is the 3rd Annual Rehoboth Beach Boat Show in downtown Rehoboth Beach. There will be fun for everyone, with Coast Guard over-water rescue displays, helicopters, vendors, live music and more.

There will be a hands-on opportunity for youngsters to see the work of marine mammal rescue teams and for folks to learn about our sea creatures.

Some of the boat brands that will be on display include Bayliner, Maxum, Trophy, SeaDoo PWC and Jetboats, Parker, Tracker, Bennington, FishHawk and Suntracker.

There will be kayak surfing demonstrations by Quest Kayaks, Marine Education on mammal rescue by a group devoted to safe boating, Bandstand entertainment by the Cape Henlopen Jazz Band and others, a Boater Safety Information booth and model boats, including a replica of the HMS DeBraak, a 1919 Oyster Jack replica and the PT 308 1/6 scale model.

In addition, there will be remote controlled replicas of America's Cup Sailing Yachts.

There will be something for everyone’s interest, including fishing boats, pontoon boats, runabouts, cruisers, jet boats and personal watercraft. In addition, West Marine will be at the show, with all kinds of boat gear. Just like the boats, the merchandise will be on sale at boat show prices – and boaters know what that means – bargains!

WGMD will be on hand with live radio remotes, and there will be a raffle to win a weekend for two at the Breakers Hotel.

Whether you are a boater now, hope to be a boater some day, or simply want to walk around in the sunshine and be dazzled by some of the finest watercraft around, the Rehoboth Beach Main Street Boat Show will add to your weekend fun. Who know? There may be a bargain waiting to introduce you to the wonderful world of boating!

Admission to this Rehoboth Avenue event is free and there will be plenty to see – and of course, all of our downtown eateries and shops will be open and ready to serve you.

Contact: Fay Jacobs, 227-2772
Rehoboth Beach Main Street, Inc.
PO Box 50
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
(302) 227-2772 phone
(302) 227-0149 fax













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