Why Go It Alone?
August 28, 2019
Self-reliance is one thing many boat owners embrace, but that ethos could get you into trouble, writes Mario Vittone.
Self-reliance is one thing many boat owners embrace, but that ethos could get you into trouble, writes Mario Vittone.
Helicopter rescue swimmer Mario Vittone sheds some light on offshore survival training, and the importance of getting schooled on boating safety.
Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer Mario Vittone says don’t leave the dock too fast; you might endanger the safety of crew.
Your VHF radio is one of the most important pieces of safety gear on your boat. The problem is that most people rarely turn theirs on.
I knew a North Carolina highway patrol officer who once told me, “I’ve never unbuckled a dead man.
Mario Vittone discusses why you shouldn’t throw away your old flares, and why practicing with them is something all boaters should do before they are actually in an emergency situation.
Being a United States Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer may just be the best job in the world. Mario Vittone explains what it takes to make the cut.
Mario Vittone says boating with certain people can be a recipe for disaster, so choose your crew carefully.
Airline pilots use checklists to ensure they get everyone to their destination safely. Boaters can learn a thing or two from this practice.
I love EPIRBs.
When asked what one thing I would take with me offshore, I always answer: an EPIRB.
Marine Travelift has been changing how yards, boatbuilders and marinas get things done for almost 70 years
Jeff Northrop helped reshape inshore angling when he introduced flats boats to the region.
J Craft’s swift speedboat, the Torpedo RS, embarks on a maiden voyage from Sweden to France.
Repainting is not always a simple procedure. Boat owners need to be decisive to get the best finish.
Two rocket scientists bring a space-age approach to desalination and water filtration.
A double-ender produced for a client decades ago is now a designer’s electric joyride.
A Mag Bay 43 gives a couple the thoughtful design they need to keep their twin boys at ease on the water.
Before trawler-style cruising went mainstream, the Mainship 34 was already doing it right.
From helm to hardware, these innovation award winners reveal smart thinking in every corner.
Design teams are rethinking everything from hull forms to seating plans as anglers demand boats that can run offshore, hit the sandbar and keep the whole family comfortable.
