Boating

Ryan Roche

Mossaline Madkins

Josh Young

Christopher Cervantes

Andrew Anstaett

Monica Ng

TECM 2700

November 28, 2012

Table of Contents Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................ 3

Types of Boats ................................................................................................................................. 5

Inboard Boats .............................................................................................................................. 7

Outboard Boats ........................................................................................................................... 8

Stern Boats .................................................................................................................................. 9

Ski Boats .................................................................................................................................... 10

Pontoon Boats ........................................................................................................................... 11

Fishing Boats.............................................................................................................................. 12

Jet Boats .................................................................................................................................... 13

Sail Boats ................................................................................................................................... 14

Activities ........................................................................................................................................ 15

How to Water Ski ...................................................................................................................... 17

How to Wakeboard ................................................................................................................... 18

How to Tube .............................................................................................................................. 19

How to Fish ................................................................................................................................ 20

Operation ...................................................................................................................................... 21

Launching the Boat .................................................................................................................... 23

Retrieving the Boat .................................................................................................................... 24

Anchoring .................................................................................................................................. 25

Driving the Boat ......................................................................................................................... 26

Winterizing the Boat ................................................................................................................. 27

Works Cited ................................................................................................................................... 29

Index .............................................................................................................................................. 31

Types of Boats

Inboard Boats What Is An Inboard Boat?

Unlike outboard boats, an Inboard boat has its engine is mounted inside the hull.

Common Types of Inboard Boats

Cruisers

High Performance Boats

Houseboats

Ski/Wakeboard Boats

Yachts

Sport Fishing Boats

Trawlers

Outboard Boats What Is An Outboard Motor?

An Outboard Motor is the most common motorized method of propelling small watercrafts. In

order to eliminate the chances of hitting bottom with an outboard motor, the motor can be

tilted up to an elevated position either electronically or manually. This helps when traveling

through shallow waters where there may be debris that could potentially damage the motor as

well as the propeller, engine, gearbox propeller, jet drive, trolling motors, and trim.

Common Types of Outboard Boats

Fishing Boats

Bowriders

Cabin Cruisers

Deck Boats

Dinghies

Pontoon Boats

Stern Boats What Is A Stern Boat?

Stern drives are known also as inboard/outboards (I/Os) because they combine features found

on both inboard and outboard engines.

Common Types of Stern Boats

Cruisers

Deck Boats

Large Fishing Boats

Yachts

Ski Boats Information

Everyone knows that the biggest thing for water skiers is acceleration, and as little wake as

possible. So they made everything underneath the boat like the propeller and drive shaft cause

inboard ski boats to throw a slight wake that is easy for a skier to cross. The acceleration is

rapid and causes skiers to pop up from the water and turn crisply.

Best Boat For

Water sports

Day cruising

Size

Minimum length - 16 ft.

Maximum length - 28 ft.

Maximum capacity- 8 people

Pontoon Boats Information

Pontoon Boats are a nice relaxing thrill ride. You can either go out for a nice relaxation with

your family or either throw a party on the lake with your friends in these boats. They have the

room for comfort on the waters with their room-like couches, lounges and swivel seats for

boaters to sit back, put their feet up and enjoy the breeze.

Best Boat For

Freshwater Fishing

Water Sports

Day Cruising

Size

Minimum Length- 16 ft

Maximum Length- 30 ft

Maximum Capacity- 15 people

Fishing Boats Information

Built for versatility, these boats can be used in both salt water and freshwater. They are designed to

navigate many different types of waterways so you can pursue many different species of fish. All-

purpose fishing boats typically feature live wells, rod lockers, a bow (front) or transom (aft or rear motor

mounting position) trolling motor and powerful outboard power.

Best Boat For

Freshwater Fishing

Saltwater Fishing

Size

Minimum length - 8 ft

Maximum length – 20 ft

Maximum capacity – 5 people

Jet Boats Information

Jet boats are built for recreational use. Most jet boats have lots of spacious seating and

platforms used for swimming. Jet boats are extremely fast, fun to drive as well perfect for use in

water based activities such as tubing and wakeboarding. Unlike sailboats, jet boats use jet

engines to get across water.

Activities

Wakeboarding

Waterskiing

Tubing

Fishing

Cruising

Racing

Size

Minimum length -14 ft.

Maximum length - 25 ft.

Maximum capacity - 10 people

Sail Boats Information

Sailboats are boats that are propelled by the use of sails to help guide them through water.

Sailboats rely on the wind to help propel them through water. There are a wide variety of

sailboats out there in existence. Each one having characteristics that make them different from

one another. Sailboats have been in existence since the days of explorers such as Magellan and

Columbus.

Types of Sailboats

Modern sloops

Racing sloops

Cat rigs

Ketch

Yawl

Schooner

Topsail

Square rigged tail ships

Best Uses

Racing

Fishing

Cruising

Partying

Size

Many different sizes and capacities

Activities

Activities 17

How to Water Ski 1. Place the water skis snugly on your feet. A good fit is important.

2. With the rope handle in your hands, place it between your knees.

3. Knees should be bent towards the chest.

4. Point the skis, about shoulder length apart, towards the boat, with at least 6-12 inches

of ski above the water.

5. As the boat begins to move forward, keep your knees together, skis parallel.

6. Arms straight out (slightly bent at the elbows), chin towards chest.

7. Press slightly forward with both feet.

8. Stay in a sitting position, until the boat pulls you on top of the water.

9. Stand up when the skis are horizontal to the water. This is called "planing." Even when

erect, keep your knees slightly bent to act as shock absorbers.

10. If you try to stand too soon you will be thrown off balance and fall backwards or

forwards.

11. Do not pull on the rope towards your body, keep the arms straight.

12. Do not point your head towards the sky to avoid getting water spray in the face. Having

your sight set towards the boat is essential for keeping a balanced position.

13. If you feel you are going off balance use your body to slightly steer in the right direction.

14. Remain balanced, head towards the boat, and do not look down at the skis. Keep your

back straight, with skis shoulder width apart.

15. After you are up and balanced stay inside the wakes for a while to get a feel of the skis.

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How to Wakeboard 1. The very first step to take up a ride on the surface of water or wakeboarding is to watch

the sport on television, a video or at the event like the X Games.

2. Learn the techniques involved in this sport by going along with your friends who

wakeboard. Watch your friend ride and let someone explain the basics to you while you

watch.

3. Drag your knees to your chest and point the nose of the board up and towards the boat

as it begins driving. The resistance of the board against the water will pull you quickly to

your feet.

4. Ride straight for some time to get the feel of the board beneath you.

5. Perform some small turns to get a feel for your edges against the water. Ride over and

outside the wake, and then repeat faster and faster.

6. Lean back, jumps the wake and practice spinning and swirling in the air.

7. Just bend your knees and twist your body in the air to get the feel of the tricks. Then try

holding the board to stretch out your airtime.

8. Then just do the combination of the above tricks: Bunny jump as you hit the wake, then

spin, pick off and land riding backwards or roll in the air.

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How to Tube 1. Hook the inner-tube(s) up to the boat

Keep a reasonable distance between the boat and your tube. You don't want to be too

close to the propeller when the boat is running, but you should be no more than 75

feet behind the boat.

2. Jump onto the inner tube while the engine is off. NEVER JUMP ON WHEN THE ENGINE IS ON.

After jumping on, and getting secure, push away from the boat. Make sure there is

plenty of rope in the water. Make sure the rope is slack when the engine is turned on

3. When the rope is straight, and tight, lean back to prevent submarining.

Yell something like "GO", or "HIT IT!" to inform the driver you are ready to go

4. When the boat speeds up, the tube will hydroplane.

Lean forward.

5. Use hand signals to communicate with the boat driver and spotter.

Your voice cannot be heard over the sounds of water and boat engine, so use a thumbs

up for faster, thumbs down for slower, spin your index finger for a donut, zig zag your

hand to do a serpent, or a cutting motion for stop.

6. Enjoy the bumpy and wet ride!

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How to Fish Different Types of Fishing

Deep sea fishing

Flat fishing

Pier fishing

Fly fishing

Freshwater fishing

Ice fishing

Bait Types

Minnows

Night Crawlers

Leeches

Hard Baits

Synthetic Baits

Types of Fishing Rods

Open faced spinning rods and reels

Bait casting rods and reels

Spin casting rods and reels

Fly fishing rods and reels

Trolling rods and reels

Operation

Operation 23

Launching the Boat 1. Evaluate the pitch and length of the ramp as compared to the length of the boat and

trailer.

2. Line the boat and tow vehicle up with the ramp in a straight line.

3. Prepare a bow and stern line for easy retrieval and make sure any plugs are installed

prior to launching.

4. Back down the ramp slowly, using someone at the back of the boat to guide you. Make

sure the wheels don't drop off the end of the ramp.

5. Submerge the trailer only as much as necessary to float the boat or roll it off, depending

on which type of trailer you have. Keep in mind that if you have a multiple axle trailer, if

you back one or more of the axles over the edge of a drop off, the remaining axles will

be supporting the weight of the boat, unless, of course, the boat is supported by its own

buoyancy.

6. When the boat is clear of the trailer, make sure there is nothing still attached, such as

the bow strap or cable, then slowly pull the trailer from the water.

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Retrieving the Boat 1. Evaluate the pitch and length of the ramp as compared to the length of the boat and

trailer

2. Line the tow vehicle and trailer up with the ramp and back down the ramp slowly

3. Submerge the trailer only as much as necessary to float the boat on, depending on

which type of trailer you have. Keep in mind that if you have a multiple axle trailer, if

you back one or more of the axles over the edge of a drop off, the remaining axles will

be supporting the weight of the boat, unless, of course, the boat is supported by its own

buoyancy.

4. Gently drive the boat onto the trailer as recommended by the manufacturer using the

trailer's winch as directed by the type of trailer you own. Once the boat is straight on

the trailer, double check to make sure the bow is latched to the winch and all lines are

free from the undercarriage of the trailer.

5. Gently pull the trailered boat forward, making sure not to spin the vehicles tires. Once

the tires start spinning traction has been lost and it will be almost impossible to remove

the trailer from the ramp. If the wheels start spinning, try to add more weight to the

rear of the tow vehicle. Be careful about having people climb onto the bumper of a tow

vehicle as this could create an accident.

6. If the tires continue to spin, gently apply the parking brake while simultaneously

applying power, a little at a time until the wheels grab the ramp surface, and the rig

moves forward.

Operation 25

Anchoring the Boat

1. Prepare beforehand. Make sure to pick a spot near mud or sand nowhere near rocks.

Also make sure wind is not a factor in that area.

2. Pick your spot carefully. Make sure you’re not close to other boats docking.

3. Approach the position slowly. Going too fast will mess up the boats direction going in

properly.

4. Lower the anchors don’t drop it down though. Wait till the boat is stopped to lower

down the anchor.

5. Set the anchor in place.

6. Pay out the scope.

7. Check on the anchor make sure the boat is in place and does not go anywhere

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Driving the Boat 1. When driving a boat you should be aware of all your controls such as a steering wheel, a

throttle and often, a control for raising or lowering the motor.

2. Often before boating you will leave from a boat slip or back off a trailer, which to do

that you want to keep the throttle very low and back up and cut the wheel when you

are out and then drive forward slowly till you are out of the marina

3. Then once you’re out of the no wake zone you can practice turning and getting used to

the boat.

4. Go out on rougher days and continue to practice until you are a skilled boat driver.

Operation 27

Winterizing the Boat

Winterizing is the process of preparing something for an upcoming winter. The term is often

used with respect to aquatic features such as boats, which must be drained and sealed up so

that water inside does not freeze, causing breakage of the pipes. There are five key categories

when winterizing a boat.

Exterior

Interior

Electrical

Engine

Fuel systems

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HowToCleanStuff.net. "How to Clean Aluminum Pontoon Boats." How To Clean Stuffnet.

HowToCleanStuff.net, 2012. Web. 21 Nov. 2012. <http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-aluminum-pontoon-boats/>.

"Chapter 1: Know Your Boat Types of Engines and Drives." Alabama Boating License and Boat

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"Inboards, Outboards, and Stern Drives: Which Type of Boat Engine Is Best for You?"

Examiner.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.

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Index Activities, 15 Anchoring, 25 Boat, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 Driving, 26 Fishing, 20 Fishing Boats, 12 Inboard Boats, 7 Jet Boats, 13 Launching, 23 Operation, 21 Outboard Boats, 8

Pontoon Boats, 11 Retrieving, 24 Sail Boats, 14 Stern Boats, 9 Tubing, 19 Types of Boats, 5 Wakeboard, 18 Wakeboarding Boats, 10 Water Ski, 17 Winterizing, 27