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Propellers on a boat that has been taken out of the water.

How to Measure Your Boat’s Propeller

Learn to measure your boat propeller with our guide. Follow simple steps to check diameter, pitch, and hub size for better performance.

How to Measure Your Boat’s Propeller

Learn to measure your boat propeller with our guide. Follow simple steps to check diameter, pitch, and hub size for better performance.

A boat on the water is assessed for proper trim.

What Is Boat Trim? A Comprehensive Guide for Boaters

Master boat trim for smoother rides, better fuel efficiency, and improved safety. Learn how to adjust trim tabs, motor trim, and weight distribution.

What Is Boat Trim? A Comprehensive Guide for Boaters

Master boat trim for smoother rides, better fuel efficiency, and improved safety. Learn how to adjust trim tabs, motor trim, and weight distribution.

Happy Holidays—From Our Family to Yours

Happy Holidays—From Our Family to Yours

Happy holidays from the Captains Preferred Products family. Read a special message from our family-owned business to your family this season.

Happy Holidays—From Our Family to Yours

Happy holidays from the Captains Preferred Products family. Read a special message from our family-owned business to your family this season.

A red fueling pump inserted into the fuel tank of a boat.

The Complete Guide to Cleaning Your Boat Fuel Tank Safely and Effectively

Clean your boat fuel tank with our step-by-step guide. Prevent engine damage, fuel contamination, and costly repairs. Learn tips for safe maintenance.

The Complete Guide to Cleaning Your Boat Fuel Tank Safely and Effectively

Clean your boat fuel tank with our step-by-step guide. Prevent engine damage, fuel contamination, and costly repairs. Learn tips for safe maintenance.

A fish finder transducer attached to a boat beside the control panel.

What is a Transducer on a Boat? Everything Boaters Need to Know

Learn about transducers for boats, how they work, and why they’re essential for navigation and fishing. Tips on choosing and maintaining your transducers.

What is a Transducer on a Boat? Everything Boaters Need to Know

Learn about transducers for boats, how they work, and why they’re essential for navigation and fishing. Tips on choosing and maintaining your transducers.

The waterline of a ship showing nautical freeboard of the vessel.

Understanding Nautical Freeboard: A Guide for Boaters

Discover nautical freeboard, why it matters for safety and stability, and how to calculate and maintain it in this essential guide for boaters.

Understanding Nautical Freeboard: A Guide for Boaters

Discover nautical freeboard, why it matters for safety and stability, and how to calculate and maintain it in this essential guide for boaters.