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Who says you can’t find a great deal on accessories for boats? Yes, it’s true: a lot of marine accessories cost a pretty penny, but there are plenty of great products that don’t break the bank. Whether you’re searching for fun boating accessories or something a little more practical, both can be found at a reasonable price.

Below you’ll find our 30 best boat accessories that cost under $30. You may consider some of the items to be must-have products, while others are just cool gadgets to keep on board. Either way, we think the majority are worth more than their price tag indicates.

West Marine Flip Lock Drain Plug

If you’ve ever forgotten to put the plug in, then you know it makes sense to keep a few drain plugs handy.

Taylor Made Port and Starboard Mini Keychain Floats

Red, right, return? Keep track of port and starboard with these keychain floats .

Benetech GM816 Handheld Anemometer

Need a wind reading? Yes, there’s an app for that. But to get accurate real-time wind measurements at your location, a handheld anemometer is the boat accessory you really need.

Survival Puck First-Aid Kit

Space is always at a premium on boats and personal watercraft, which is why this compact first-aid kit is great to bring aboard. The palm-size container holds bandages, antibiotics, antiseptics and sterile tools to use should a medical need arise.

Sea to Summit 20-Liter Dry Sack

This lightweight, waterproof bag has taped seams and a roll-top clip system to keep your gear safe from water. It’s available in five different colors.

Overton’s Four-Buckle Nylon Vest

These closed-cell foam flotation vests come in different colors and can be used on board or during watersports.

Davis Queaz-Away Relief Bands

Slip on these wristbands to apply acupressure to your wrists to help combat seasickness symptoms while at sea.

Rite in the Rain Large Waterproof Spiral Notebook

Some of us still like to keep manual ship’s logs or maintenance logs. Whatever your need, a waterproof notebook is the right way to go on a boat.

Flambeau 14-Inch Marine Dry Box

This hard case has a water-resistant O-ring seal that, when latched down, keeps the gear inside dry.

Olixar X-Ranger iPhone X Survival Case

Keep your iPhone protected with this rugged case that has a flip-out kickstand and a concealed multitool that’s about the size of a credit card.

NoCry Cut-Resistant Gloves

If you plan on working with knives or sharp tools on your boat, these gloves will protect your digits. Made from polyethylene, fiberglass and spandex, they are cut-resistant and machine-washable.

HUK Watch Cap

Made from 100 percent acrylic fabric, this classic cap will help any boater keep his head in the game while venturing offshore in cooler climes.

Pelagic Gear Circle Bottle-Opener Keychain

One thing about bottle openers is when you need one, you can never find one. Change that with this keychain from Pelagic.

MagBand Magnetic Wristband

When working on boats, dropping drill bits and other tool parts into the bilge or some hard-to-reach place is always a risk. Keep them attached to you by wearing this Mag-Band magnetic wristband while you work.

Fireboy Xintex SS-775 Smoke and Fire Alarm

This general-purpose smoke and fire alarm runs on a 9-volt battery so you don’t have to hard-wire it to your boat.

Smith’s Adjustable-Angle Pull-Through Knife Sharpener

This manual sharpener lets you adjust the settings to course or fine to sharpen a wide variety of knives.

Whistles for Life Tri-Power Whistle

This clip-on emergency whistle can be added to your life jacket, used as a keychain or kept handy aboard your boat. The plastic waterproof whistle creates 120 decibels of rescuer-alerting sound.

Meguiar’s Boat/RV Air Refreshers

Use the fog canisters to get rid of annoying odors belowdecks. After fogging an enclosed area for 15 minutes, open the area and let it air out, and the odors will be gone.

Airhead Complete Folding Anchor System

This 3.5-pound four-fluke anchor is designed for use with small boats, dinghies, kayaks, canoes and PWC. Packs into a bag along with a 25-foot nylon rope and a float.

Snow Peak Titanium Spork

Eating aboard a small boat can be civilized if you pack the right cutlery. Slurp or chew with this lightweight, durable spork made from titanium.

Cleatus Cups

Cleatus cups use a 6-inch cleat as a handle, giving them the perfect nautical look while holding a 24-ounce beverage. They can be customized.

Lead Masters Stretch Wrap Finger

Protect your fingertips from line cuts or any other kind of abrasion while fishing or doing general boating maintenance.

Suunto Clipper L/B NH Compass

Underrated and under-appreciated, a magnetic compass should be part of every boater’s tool kit. Use this clip-on as a backup to your fixed mount to help find the way home.

Sheldon SFD Fish Descender

Designed to safely return fish to great depths, the Sheldon SFD Fish Descender clips to the fish’s mouth. Tie your line to one end and a heavy sinker to the other end, and send the fish back home.

Double Parachute Camping Hammock

Part of the boating life should always include a time and a place to hang a hammock by the water. This one, made of parachute nylon, squishes down into a portable sack and hangs with straps instead of ropes. Holds two adults.

Ironwood Pacific Top-Snapper Tool for Boat Snaps

Snapping and unsnapping boat canvas is a job that nobody loves. Make it easier with this snapper tool that helps align snaps for fastening and also helps unsnap without breaking snaps or tearing the canvas.

Buff Aquatic Camo Headband

Smaller than traditional Buff head wear, the headband is a great way to keep out of the sun and keep the sweat off.

AFTCO Spin Strap

Use the Spin Strap to get better pulling leverage with your spinning rod when using a harness and belt.

Dock Edge MFP Fender Line

Get this multicolored fender line to keep your fenders safe and secure at your boat or mooring. The nylon mesh rope will stand up to the elements yet remain soft and pliable.

Blacktip Vertical Three-Rod Rack

Stow rods aboard any boat with this one-piece rack made of corrosion-resistant polypropylene . It’s easy to install and lets you create space for rods on any boat.

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We take a look at some of the best new boat accessories that will be making its way to a shop near you in 2023

When it comes to picking the best boat accessories of any year, the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS) is the place to be, where many brands launch their latest gadgets and tech due to hit the market. Every year the Yachting World team attends this event to get the inside line on the newest gadgets coming to the boating world.

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Ocean Signal rescueMe PLB3

What is it? The first compact MOB beacon to combine AIS and satellite technology Who’s it for? Each and every person who puts to sea, particularly leisure sailors

This new personal beacon arguably presents the best possible chance for a MOB casualty to be rescued, even if they are incapacitated.

Ocean Signal has specialised in making compact antennae and personal beacons over the last decade. And, while you’ll have to forgive the barrage of acronyms, this rescueME PLB3 is very much the product many of us have been waiting for since personal MOB AIS beacons first started coming on the market.

By integrating Cospas Sarsat beacon technology, as used by global rescue services, with AIS, it has created the most powerful means of alerting others to a MOB or distress situation.

For those in VHF proximity to other vessels, the AIS MOB signal offers the most likely chance of a quick rescue. If this signal is not received by a vessel within range, then the 406MHz global satellite system will trigger a response suitable for the location.

The PLB3 combines GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) positioning, 406MHz and 121.5MHz signals, plus the new Galileo Return Link Service (RLS) technology, which alerts users that their signal has been received, all within a unit the size of a conventional hand flare.

It also manages to include Near Field Communications (NFC), a clever and current method for users to monitor their beacon’s performance and maintenance requirements. This technology can help show a live digital record of the beacon by simply placing your phone within its range. An important benefit of this is knowing how much battery life is left – this PLB has a five year battery life but the battery is not rechargeable.

It features manual or auto activation and each PLB3 is registered, so if accidentally activated its owner will receive a phone call. But there is also an ‘off’ button, and you can check on the mobile app the amount of time it was activated for.

So why has this not been done before? Ocean Signal explained that until now there have been separate AIS and PLB standards, but that its engineering expert Simon Nolan sat on a committee to rewrite the regulations and help push through what is equivalent to a new EPIRB standard. The challenge was combining technologies at such a compact physical size while providing the battery power necessary to run the alarm for the required 24 hours.

“We could probably have got this one out earlier but to physically shrink battery size it needed a lot of work on it,” Nolan told us.

The DAME jury, a panel of experts looking at design and innovation at the METS, is chaired by designer Andre Hoek and includes former YW editor Elaine Bunting. The jury said: ‘in a rescue situation speed is always of the essence and this unit provides the very best chance for survival through this combination of long- and short-range detection.’ The waterproof rescueME PLB3 weighs 190g, measures 200x36x30mm and is now approved for sale in the UK and Europe.

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Integrel Plus alternator/generator fits into the back of a standard inboard to offer a hybrid propulsion and charging solution. The Ultra (below) provides a boost function

Integrel Next Generation

What is it? A very high output alternator that can replace traditional generators, plus hybrid propulsion options Who’s it for? Cruising yachts with power generation requirements above 5kW per day

Four years ago Integrel launched an intelligent system allied to an extra large 9kW belt-driven alternator that makes use of the spare capacity that’s intrinsic in marine diesel engine installations. It was overall winner of the 2018 DAME awards and is now fitted as standard on an increasing number of new yachts, including all Balance Catamarans, which no longer have an optional diesel generator. It also features on the options list for many yards. High-profile clients include Riley Whitelum and Elayna Carausu of YouTube channel Sailing La Vagabond.

During the Covid lockdowns, when the company’s engineers were unable to travel internationally to complete or advise on installations, Integrel invested heavily in product development, massively accelerating the launch of new equipment, resulting in three new Next Generation products that won this year’s DAME awards Machinery, Propulsion, Mechanical and Electrical category.

The Integrel Inline performs exactly the same task as the original big alternator. However, instead of being a belt-driven device, it has a thin 10kW, 48V ‘pancake’ alternator that slots between the engine and gearbox. This lengthens the drivetrain by only 20cm, and dispenses with the belt drive to significantly reduce routine maintenance. It’s suitable for engines from around 30hp-200hp. The Integrel Plus is a powerful hybrid propulsion and charging solution, with an electric motor rated at 30kW continuous and 50kW peak output at the back of the diesel engine. This serves two functions – it can be used for propulsion over shorter distances and at lower speeds, such as when entering or leaving port. Alternatively it can be used as a massive alternator/generator to charge a 40kW battery bank when the diesel motor is running.

The final new item, the Integrel Ultra, has a Torque Boost function, for planing motoryachts that need a big burst of power for a few seconds to get on the plane, before throttling back to a comfortable cruising speed. Incorporating an electric motor with 100kW continuous (150kW peak) rating into the drivetrain allows that short-term boost power to come from batteries, rather than internal combustion engines. The engines can therefore be up to 40% smaller, reducing weight and significantly improving efficiency at cruising speeds. At displacement speeds the electric motor can be used as a very high-output alternator to recharge the battery bank, thereby rendering a separate generator unnecessary.

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Simarine Nereide 3

This digital switching brand is increasingly popular on new yachts and its third generation product received a DAME nomination. New features include 80% lower power consumption, a bigger LCD screen, and soft labels for each of the 18 hard-wired tactile aluminium switches on the boat’s main panel.

This allows boatbuilders and owners to quickly and easily change the function of any switch to best suit the equipment fitted to an individual boat, or to neatly incorporate extra kit added after the boat leaves the factory. Button labels can be either static, or dynamic, with the latter combining multiple functions on a single button. For instance, you could have a single button for refrigeration that brings up a further menu with a switch for each individual fridge and freezer unit on board.

The system can therefore be used to control a huge number of devices, with a minimum of complexity for the end user. There are also separate modules for bilge pumps and for the main power switches. At the same time, it also includes back up manual switches and fuses, while Simarine’s excellent Pico battery and tank level monitoring display is built into the main Nereide 3 display. It’s also designed for plug-and-play compatibility with Sentinel Marine’s BM-50 Remote Management System.

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Aqua superPower

As electric propulsion becomes more and more widely adopted, the need for fast electric charging escalates. Aqua superPower is rolling out the world’s first dedicated global marine fast charging network across Europe and the US. Its knowledge and experience stems from the automotive world (it built up the UK network for automotive fast chargers). Aqua offers the backend part, the safe chargers for docks and marinas, using IP-65-rated waterproof hardware.

Typical shorepower connections are designed for slow overnight charging, whereas superPower uses ultrafast 25kW-150kW DC charging. This gives the potential to recharge battery power on both leisure and commercial boats to over 60% in just 40 minutes. Considering the mix of high voltage with the marine environment, a key component is Aqua’s use of CCS Type 2 standard connectors, which the company says are completely safe, even if dropped in the water.

Its business model is aimed at encouraging marinas to install them on a long lease.

With the demand for higher and higher charges comes the need for faster chargers. “Our network is designed to create a seamless user experience that is accessible to boat users via the Aqua app or RFID card, enabling users to view a map showing charger locations, offering navigational aids, and managing charging sessions,” says CEO Alex Bamberg.”

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Cyclops Marine Wireless Load Pin

Over the past 15 years load sensing has changed from a technology in its infancy even on the latest IMOCA 60s to widespread use in fleets such as J/70s and two-handed racing in small offshore yachts. Part of this is down to companies such as Cyclops Marine producing streamlined systems that are simple to swap for the original components, thus making retrofitting very easy.

Yet the results can be dramatic. Kate Cope, organiser of the UK double-handed offshore series told us that when she fitted one to her Sun Fast 3200R2 it showed she was 400kg short of forestay tension when sailing upwind in strong breezes. Cranking on more backstay boosted boat speed by 5-8% by preventing the boat being overpowered, thereby reducing heel and rudder drag.

The Cyclops Marine Wireless Load Pin was DAME nominated as its a straightforward drop-in replacement for a standard rigging pin and is the first load pin that doesn’t need to be wired in. The 27.5mm size entered in the DAME awards is suitable for the cap shrouds of 55ft cruising catamarans (which allows an alarm to be set to warn of the boat becoming close to being overpowered) or the forestay of a similar sized racing monohull.

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ePropulsion I-20 electric inboard

ePropulsion’s I range of electric inboard motors for shaft drive boats is intended to be easy to fit on existing engine beds. This makes retrofitting easy and allows boatbuilders to offer both diesel and electric propulsion for the same model.

Initially the range consists of three models, at 10, 20 and 40kW, equivalent to 30, 55 and 75hp diesel inboards respectively. The smaller unit is air-cooled, while water cooling is recommended for the larger two. All have integrated battery management systems to simplify installation and save space. At the same time the company launched a complementary 96V 10kW G-series lithium-ion phosphate battery.

As with all other ePropulsion units, regeneration is included at standard. Real-world testing has yet to take place, but for the I-20 unit calculations show 250W at 5 knots of boat speed, 500W at 6 knots of speed and 1,300W at 8 knots.

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Karver KJSK

This French company won a special mention for its Karver Jammer Staysail Kit (KJSK), an easy set-up for rigging an inner forestay for a heavy weather or storm jib.

It’s designed for use with furling sails that incorporate their own textile forestay and Karver recommends a halyard lock to eliminate movement and wear over the sheave.

Tensioning is via a 3:1 tackle that can be taken directly aft to a winch, using a snatchblock if necessary to create a fair lead. Once taught, the built-in cleat allows this line to be taken off the winch and coiled up out of the way. Attachment to the deck is via either metallic fastenings or high-tech lashing.

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Mantus dinghy navlight

This looks like a handy tricolour light for use on a dinghy which could also double as an emergency navigation light. The light has US Coast Guard approval for two miles. It has five modes including tricolour and bicolour and it’s possible to select between the three colours – for use as only a stern light for example. The Mantus light is waterproof to IPX8 and has fittings to allow it to clamp onto a rail, or attach to an engine cowling using a 3M pad. Where the base is permanent the body can quickly disconnect which makes it useful for USB charging. A full three hour charge gives the light approximately eight hours use – which should prove plenty for dinghy use.

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Secumar Furio

Watersports enthusiasts typically rely only on buoyancy aids, rather than full lifejackets that will support a casualty’s head above the water if they become unconscious. However, that’s far from an ideal situation, especially for those who are becoming older, or are practising watersports in an area without immediate safety cover.

The Furio is a solution – it’s a conventional buoyancy aid with 50N of flotation, plus features a PLB pouch, back protection and integrated provision for a harness hook. However, it also has a 110N inflatable bladder that transforms it into a full manually activated 160N lifejacket.

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Regatta Safelock

A shocking statistic from the RNLI’s free lifejacket inspections a few years ago was that the inflation cylinders of roughly one third of those checked were not fully screwed home and therefore at risk of not inflating properly. Regatta and Aalesund Protective Wear have solved the problem with this neat friction device that physically prevents the cylinder rotating after installation.

The two models offered enable retrofitting to the almost ubiquitous UML MK5 and Pro Sensor Elite lifejacket trigger mechanisms. DAME judges praised the Safelock, saying it was: ‘An excellent example of how clever design thinking can resolve long-standing problems.’

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Rooster Aquafleece Robe

Changing robes may have become the ubiquitous watersports fashion statement, but at least they have a practical element. This is a versatile offering from Rooster as it has a removable, washable fleece lining.

Founder Steve Cockerill explained to us that his company wanted to offer a changing robe, but “we wanted to do something different, make it unique.” It uses Rooster’s proven durable Aquafleece material as the outer layer, which is a fully waterproof PU coated fleece, permeable but not enough to call breathable. Inside is a teddy fleece liner made from recycled polyester, which can be removed to be washed and so kept fresh.

See more at Rooster Sailing

Boatasy Ropecleaner

From the makers of Ghook comes another ‘simple works best’ product for cleaning the typically muddy and barnacle encrusted stern docking lines found in many marinas, particularly in the Med. During its studies Boatasy found that giving a rectangular shape to the spiral metal works best on dock lines and its tool makes it quick and easy to attach onto lines up to 32mm diameter. The sharp inside edges of the stainless steel cut away algae, dirt and shells, says sales manager Gregor Jeretič. He estimates that just 10 minutes of using this to clean the lines three times a year is all that would be needed to keep them fouling free and without needing to hire a diver or using chemicals.

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Roll-up emergency VHF antenna

Historically, emergency VHF antennas had a short and stubby antenna, which can limit range. Shakespeare improved on this a couple of years ago with the inflatable Galaxy INFL8-5 VHF antenna, which incorporates a full-length aerial.

Revolve, a spin-off of a firm producing roll-up antennae using carbon fibre for military and search and rescue use, is now employing the same technology to produce a 2.5m high antenna with a 3/4 wave dipole antenna embedded within the laminate. It takes only seconds to unroll and includes a strobe light at the top. It won a DAME special mention.

The company also produces a roll-up boat hook with accessories including soft and hard bristle deck brush heads.

See more at Revolvetec

Foam anchor

Deck and sunlounging cushions, together with saloon seat backs are big business today. But they need to stay in place – how many broken buttons or Velcro fastenings have you seen? Here is a simple but practical solution which uses powerful magnets embedded in the foam of cushions, rather than trying to connect fabric to fabric.

The New Zealand company claims they will last forever and will not rust as they use aircraft grade epoxy coated magnets and marine grade stainless steel fixings. Depending on the application, either strips or single points can be used and after installation they are invisible. Magnets can even be glued behind surfaces so they’re not visible. They can be retrofitted into any furniture and all cover materials.

See more at Foam-Anchor

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There is a massive market for third party marine products. Whether you’re wanting to polish off your brand new rig or breathe new life into a classic ride, adding the best after-market accessories for any boat can do just that. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite products that we’ve tested over the years, as well as a sampling of others based on reader recommendations. These products are hand selected for their ability to make you more effective and efficient on the water. We covered everything from tool holders to wiring, lighting to securing features and convenience items to safety items. These wide array of options will enhance your boat and make time on the water easier and more worry free.

1. DD26 FISHING BILLET TOOL HOLDER

Most new boats have tool storage at the ready in every direction. However, if your boat is more than a few years old, it’s likely your pliers are bouncing around on the floor getting rusty right now. Well no more, thanks to the DD26 Tool Holders .

See our full review of the DD26 Fishing Billet Tool Holder here .

2. T-H MARINE G-FORCE TROLLING MOTOR HANDLES

Pull on an old rope trolling motor cord one too many times and you’ll find yourself sitting on your butt in the bottom of the boat, if you’re lucky. The unlucky ones end up in the water when these old-style cords break. Restringing a broken pull cord on the water is a pain all on its own. Switch over to a G-Force Trolling Motor Handle with a metal cable cord and you’ll be glad you did.

3. BASS PRO SHOPS SLIM LED UTILITY STRIP LIGHT

Fishing at night, last-minute rigging early in the morning or digging around in a dark livewell for that last keeper at weigh-in time; all of these things are easier done if you shine a little light on the issue. Adding LED lights to your rig is easy and affordable these days.

4. ASHMORE MARINE BUMP BOARD HOLDER

One of the simplest but most handy features on new boats is bump board storage. It’s a mess in the making when you’re fumbling around looking for your measuring board while simultaneously unhooking a fish and trying not to float up on a spot. Adding the Ashmore Marine Bump Board Holder to your boat keeps your measuring board safely stored while also within reach whenever you need it.

5. DD26 SPOOL STIX FISHING LINE WINDING TOOLS

Spooling fishing line can be a pain if you have to do it alone, especially in a boat. If you toss the spool on the floor and let it bounce around while you re-spool, you’ll be picking out a backlash on your first cast due to all the line twists. While there are a few tricks you can use to prevent this, the DD26 Spool Stix takes the guesswork out of re-spooling on the boat. It will hold the spool for you when you need it and stow neatly out of the way when you don’t.

6. T-H MARINE HOT FOOT ORIGINAL FOOT THROTTLE

If you’ve never driven a boat with a Hot Foot in it, you’re missing out. The hands free capability of varying the speed of your boat not only makes for a safer ride, but also a more intuitive one. It’s just like driving a car when you have a Hot Foot in your boat. It’s up to you whether you keep your hands at 10 and 2 or not, but at least you’ll have the option.

7. MDX BOAT PRODUCTS BOUNCE BUSTER

A similar product to the Troll-Tamer, the MDX Bounce Buster mounts to the deck of your boat and puts a stop to the beating your trolling motor bracket takes on the water. Unlike the Troll-Tamer, it doesn’t lock your trolling motor down. What the Bounce Buster does is offer vital support and takes the place of built-in trolling motor supports that usually come standard on some brackets, which runs the risk of breaking rods against the deck when stowing the motor.

8. POWER-POLE HEAVY-DUTY SPIKE

A Power-Pole Heavy Duty Spike is one of the more versatile and affordable ways to secure your boat in place when on the water. Whether you fish from a bass boat, jon boat, kayak or some combination of all these, you can take your Spike from one fishing platform to the next. Push it into the bottom of the lake bed and then tie it off to sit still, fish, re-tie or do whatever you’d like until you’re ready to go again.

9. TRANSDUCER SHIELDS AND SAVERS

The marine electronics market is booming, and the transducers used with these graphs aren’t cheap. Protect your investment from getting knocked off by stumps, rocks or worse with a Transducer Shield and Saver. There are several models of these designed to fit many popular transducers. Visit the company’s website to find the compatible model for your transducer.

10. T-H MARINE TROLL-TAMER TROLLING MOTOR LOCKING SYSTEM

The T-H Marine Troll-Tamer is a great product for any angler who frequently fishes rough water. Whether you’re bouncing around on the Great Lakes or just clearing a couple boat wakes at takeoff, worrying about your trolling motor taking a beating is the last thing you’ll want on your mind midair. The Troll-Tamer locks your trolling motor to the deck when stowed and then unlocks with the flick of a switch when you get where you’re going.

11. DD26 FISHING ROD TIE DOWN STRAPS

If your boat doesn’t have rod tie down straps, this is a must-have addition. Imagine hitting a rogue wave one time or forgetting an open and occupied rod lid, you could cost yourself hundreds in lost gear. Adding rod tie down straps to the deck of your boat is an easy and great way to safeguard your rod and reel combos.

12. PRECISION SONAR GRAPH MOUNTS

Marine electronics are a critical part of the bass fishing game right now. You can invest thousands into them very quickly. Taking care of your graphs is vital, so pair a mount with them that’s up to the task. Precision Sonar has a graph mount solution for almost any situation. Shop their site by boat brand and model.

See our full review of the Precision Sonar Graph Mount here .

13. SEA CLEAR POWER WIRING HARNESS WITH SWITCH

In line with the electronics theme, clarity is also critical. The ever advancing capabilities of graphs require ever advancing components to carry power to them. Most stock wiring configurations in boats aren’t up for the tasks. However, you can clear things up in a hurry with Sea Clear’s Power Wiring Harness , which ensures your graphs are running at max capacity.

See our full review of the Sea Clear Power Wiring Harness with Switch here .

14. TRANSDUCER SHIELD AND SAVER SHALLOW WATER WEDGE

If you like to fish shallow, you’re likely aware that your boat can get into some pretty skinny water, especially if you disengage your bracket and hold your trolling motor halfway out of the water. The only problem, this is a fatiguing task. With the new Wedge from Transducer Shield and Saver, you can prop your trolling motor up and lock it in position so that you can get your boat as shallow as it can possibly go with ease.

15. T-H MARINE DUAL USB BLUE LED OUTLETS

From phones to GoPros and everything in between, we’re in constant need of charging ports for our devices these days. These dual USB outlets offer a cheap and easy solution for your power pulling needs.

16. BALDWIN IRON WORKS RECESSED TROLLING MOTOR FOOT PEDAL PAN TRAY

If your foot-controlled trolling motor pedal is sitting on the top of a flat boat deck and you’ve never known anything else, get ready to have your life changed. The now standard recessed foot trays in bass boats mean no more jacked-up-knees and Captain Morgan stances. Thanks to aftermarket ingenuity, products like this foot pedal tray from Baldwin Iron Works are available for older boats and even newer ones that don’t have this feature as an option.

See our full review of the Baldwin Iron Works Recessed Trolling Motor Foot Pedal Pan Tray here .

17. TRICK STEP BOAT TRAILER STEPS

Get a little age on you and that jumping-out-of-the-boat bone will quickly disappear. Having a set of sturdy steps for entering the boat when it’s on the trailer is super handy…or maybe footy, I guess. Either way, Trick Steps make it easy to enter and exit the boat if it’s parked in the shop. Especially when loading and unloading the boat at the lake.

See our full review of the Trick Step Boat Trailer Steps here .

18. RETRACTABLE CLEATS

If you have old-school cleats on your boat, you’ve probably nearly killed yourself tripping on them and all but certainly lost a rod or two to their gravitational pull. Though these old cleats are great for tying off to a dock, they are a hazard otherwise. Installing retractable cleats to your ride will keep docking convenient while making your boat safer for man and rod alike.

19. NOCO BOOST ULTRASAFE LITHIUM JUMP STARTERS

Imagine your cranking battery dying once out on the water without a way to get it back going; you’ll never let it happen again. A common set of jumper cables can often get you out of a pinch, but if you’ve been on the water all day and your trolling motor batteries are drained too, it could be curtains for you even with jumper cables onboard. Keeping a quality jump starter box in your boat is one of the safest ways to ensure you won’t be stuck out there, dead in the water.

20. T-H MARINE TACKLE TITAN LURE HANGER KIT

Magnetic lure hangers offer great storage solutions for wet baits so you can let them dry out before placing them back in their boxes. They’re also perfect for storing oddly shaped tackle like spinnerbaits and buzzbaits. The hanger kit also allows you to keep a few of your favorites close at hand to tie on in a hurry. It’s a quick and easy install and a convenient way to store several different things.

21. DD26 FISHING MEAN STOPS GEN2 HYDRAULIC STEERING LOCKS

When the boat’s in tow, the motor needs to be locked securely in place to prevent damage to the transom as well as the steering system and supports. Plastic steering locks serve the purpose for a while, but often dry rot in time. This won’t be the case with DD26’s aircraft-grade aluminum Mean Stops . The motor itself will dissolve to dust before these things do.

See our review for the DD26 Fishing Mean Stops Gen2 Hydraulic Steering Locks here .

22. TOW BOAT US

Though this is a less tangible add-on compared to the other products on this list, it certainly comes with benefits you can feel. Tow Boat US offers a subscription service that brings with it a nationwide boat towing fleet with 24/7 assistance if you need jumping off, fuel delivery, ungrounding or towing. This is for any boat the subscriber owns, borrows or charters. Freshwater subscriptions are $109 per year. Services are available for saltwater anglers as well at the price of $175 per year. I personally used this subscription once to pull my boat in from Lake Kissimmee all the way back to Toho, without paying a dime more than my subscription price—this one tow would have cost thousands otherwise.

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With over 1,600 miles of coastline to explore, Lake Michigan can’t be beat for gunkholing, cruising, and sailboat racing. One of the five Great Lakes, this giant body of water is over 300 miles long, has more than 22,000 square miles of surface area, and borders four sates so there’s always somewhere to go and somewhere to rent a boat with a sharing service like Boatsetter. From Indiana to Chicago and Milwaukee to Mackinac, there are dozens of secluded anchorages, state parks, and charming waterfront towns to visit.

Where to Go

You could spend years of summers exploring all that Lake Michigan offers but if you have just a few days of boat rental each season, consider checking out some of these destinations.

Grand Traverse Bay is well-protected and generally calm even if Lake Michigan itself is less so. Learn about Ernest Hemmingway who was from the area or explore the town of Charlevoix that is split in two by a canal which leads to Round Pond and Lake Charlevoix. Bring or rent bikes and ride the 26-mile Little Traverse Wheelway for some exercise.

Visit scenic Door County in Wisconsin on the lake’s western shore. The Door County Lighthouse Festival is popular as are July 4 th fireworks in Egg Harbor. And you don’t want to miss the Sturgeon Bay Harvest Festival in late September. Harbor hopping in this area can’t be beat.

Beaver Island is the opposite of busy Mackinac. This remote island is 35 miles from Charlevoix on the mainland and tends to be a quiet respite with an unpretentious municipal dock and fun toy museum. The beaches are pristine and you won’t want to miss the Whiskey Point Lighthouse and the Beaver Head Lighthouse for their spectacular views. Check the weather before crossing from the mainland so you don’t get caught in 30-mile winds which are not uncommon here.

Activities & Highlights

Whether you’re in Milwaukee, Chicago, or Door County, there’s much to do during the summer including live music, wine tastings and art festivals. One big draw is the Chicago Air & Water Show that takes place in August and on a boat, you’ll have front row seats to the action. Another can’t miss event is the Playpen boat party which is like a giant tailgate party for boaters that draws in excess of 800 boats in late July.

There are also sailing regattas like the famous “Mac” race that runs from the Chicago Yacht Club to Mackinac Island. This race takes place in July, is over 300 miles long, and over 125 years old. Join the sailboat send off in Chicago or welcome them at the finish line at the island and partake of all the activities and celebrations on both sides of this classic event.

Lake Michigan is long and it can build up seriously large waves when a northerly wind runs along its entire length. Always check the weather before departing, especially if you’ll be boating farther south around Chicago where the weather and sea state can get gnarly. Freshwater forms steeper waves than saltwater because it’s less dense and running into a wall of square waves is no fun.

It can also get very cold in winter with temps below freezing in January near the Windy City. Target to rent a boat in the area from May to October but be ready to change course or cruising plans, especially in spring and fall when the weather may be iffy. Dress appropriately, bring lots of layers, pack flashlights in case you’re caught out after dark, and don’t forget some extra food and water.

Rules & Regulations

There are a few things to know before you untie the dock lines. Like in most other states, the Coast Guard requires all children under 13 to wear a lifejacket when aboard a vessel under way, and there must be a sufficient number of PFDs for the rest of the people aboard as well. You as the operator, cannot bring the boat within 150 feet of a person in the water for safety reasons – unless you’re participating in watersports.

Also, Lake Michigan is located in its entirety within the United States which means there are no check-in requirements for Canadian immigration or customs. You’ll have a bureaucracy-free run of the whole lake.

Serious Boating

Just because it’s called a lake doesn’t mean you should take it less seriously than coastal boating on the ocean. The Great Lakes are massive bodies of water and Lake Michigan can be nearly 200 miles across so it will take some time to traverse. Be boating savvy and prepared. All this said, there are great anchorages, wonderful beaches, and much to do on its shores so book a boat and have fun all summer long

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Zuzana Prochazka is an award-winning freelance journalist and photographer with regular contributions to more than a dozen sailing and powerboating magazines and online publications including Southern Boating, SEA, Latitudes & Attitudes and SAIL. She is SAIL magazines Charter Editor and the Executive Director of Boating Writers International. Zuzana serves as judge for SAIL’s Best Boats awards and for Europe’s Best of Boats in Berlin. 

A USCG 100 Ton Master, Zuzana founded and manages a flotilla charter organization called Zescapes that takes guests adventure sailing at destinations worldwide. 

Zuzana has lived in Europe, Africa and the United States and has traveled extensively in South America, the islands of the South Pacific and Mexico. 

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Three people injured as two boats collide on Pewaukee Lake

Three people were injured after two boats collided on Pewaukee Lake on Saturday morning.

At 10:15 a.m., the Pewaukee Lake Patrol investigated a crash involving two boats near Peterson Drive in the city of Pewaukee on the east side of the lake.

According to a news release from the village of Pewaukee Police Department, the sides of the boats hit each other as they tried to veer away from each other.

A 26-year-old man who was driving one of the boats and was the only person in that boat was treated at the scene, according to police. A 61-year-old man and a 58-year-old woman from the other boat were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

None of them was ejected from their boats, and alcohol is not thought to have been a factor, according to police. No citations have been issued; the incident is under investigation, according to village Police Chief Tim Heier.

Cathy Kozlowicz can be reached at 262-361-9132 or [email protected]. Follow her on X at @kozlowicz_cathy.

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