Boating Resources
Plain-language guides written for boat owners, fleet operators and marine service pros. Use them to plan purchases, inspections and compliance checks.
USCG Required Safety Equipment by Boat Length
What federal law requires aboard recreational boats under 16 ft, 16–26 ft, 26–40 ft and 40–65 ft, plus California additions.
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Pre-Season Boat Checklist for Southern California
A practical inspection list for fuel, electrical, pumps, anodes, safety gear and trailers before the first launch of the year.
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Choosing the Right PFD: Types, Performance Levels and Fleet Buying
Type I–V explained, the newer performance-level labels, sizing for rental fleets and when a PFD must be replaced.
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Where the rules come from
We summarize; the agencies decide. Always confirm against the current official sources.
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