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Posts by Mick McGrath

link to Why The Drift Boat Is The Most Unusual Fishing Boat Ever

Why The Drift Boat Is The Most Unusual Fishing Boat Ever

With its roots firmly planted in Oregon we can trace the historical beginnings of the much famed drift boat to the McKenzie and Rogue rivers.  Back then, campers, hunters, fishermen and river...

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Barge At Sea Troubles. Don’t Use Canal Boats In The Sea

Barges are flat bottom vessels that are seen mostly on inland waters. They are common sights along canal networks and some rivers thus having the name canal boat in many countries....

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link to Hydroplane, Flat Bottom & Jet Drag Speed Boat Costs

Hydroplane, Flat Bottom & Jet Drag Speed Boat Costs

Drag boat racing has been around for awhile now. It is similar to drag racing but obviously carried out on water. Despite the costs involved with drag boat racing there are a growing number of...

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How To Protect The Hull & Boat Bottom Protection Guide

Maintaining and protecting your boat is essential whether your boat is a self-build, has been bought used or is a smart new dealership purchase. Particular care and attention needs to be paid to your...

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link to The Best River Boats In 6 Separate Categories

The Best River Boats In 6 Separate Categories

Whether it's for sports or for recreation, navigating shallow rivers requires a specific type of boat. Riverboats are specifically designed to navigate both the deep and shallow areas of rivers,...

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link to How To Measure A Jon Boat Correctly & Why It’s Important

How To Measure A Jon Boat Correctly & Why It’s Important

There are a number of reasons for measuring your Jon boat. Buying a boat cover, undertaking repairs and upgrades or installing new fittings will require a working knowledge of the key dimensions of...

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It all started quite a few years ago (more than I care to mention) with a small used Jon boat that I bought. After some fun days on the river I eventually purchased an 18ft Tracker. The rest is history!

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