Counter rotating props means that the prop walk created by either engine are cancelled out, and the boat will track better. With two props rotating the same way the boat will always be turning one way or the other (depends … Continue reading →

130°F.. The maximum recommended temperature for Schedule 40 PVC is 130°F. PVC Schedule 40 pipe and fittings can be joined using solvent cements. How much heat can schedule 40 PVC take? Explanation: PVC is a thermoplastic, and therefore, at some … Continue reading →

As long as you have it reasonably secure and are not traveling at high speeds, you should be perfectly fine. The real debate as to whether or not to leave your cover on when towing is when you are planning … Continue reading →

Most king salmon have a flesh color that ranges from reddish orange to pinkish-red. Not too long ago the white-fleshed king salmon was considered a less desirable fish by commercial fishers and restaurateurs. Today, the white or ivory king is … Continue reading →

As nouns the difference between acetal and acetyl is that acetal is (organic chemistry) any diether of a geminal diol, r2c(or’)2 (where r’ does not = h) while acetyl is (organic chemistry) the univalent radical ch3co- derived from acetic acid. … Continue reading →

Approach slowly, parallel to the dock. Let the wind or current carry your boat to the dock. Shift into gear briefly if you need to adjust position. Secure the bow and stern lines. How should you approach a dock when … Continue reading →

Fluorocarbon sinks ~2.5x faster than monofilament. This matters more if you’re using one of these as a main line, but probably not as much if you’re using one of them for just leader material with braided line for your main … Continue reading →

The best way to slow down is to “spill wind” from your sails by letting out the sheets until the sails are luffing, or even further if needed until they start flapping. This means they’re not working efficiently to drive … Continue reading →

Bottom trawlers are used to catch shrimp and prawns as well as a variety of fish that live on the bottom (like skate, flounder, sole, cod). Mid-water trawlers are used to catch “pelagic” fish – species that live up in … Continue reading →

Tides help trade by making rivers navigable for trading ships. During high tide, the depth of water at the mouth of some rivers increase. This helps the ships to reach ports located on those rivers. Tides help the fishermen too. … Continue reading →

The drag equation states that drag D is equal to the drag coefficient Cd times the density r times half of the velocity V squared times the reference area A. For given air conditions, shape, and inclination of the object, … Continue reading →

Bass rarely jump out of the water. So it is understandable why some people consider jumping a curse or a blessing. However, that said, the jumping really is less about blessings and curses and more about the fish jumping for … Continue reading →

Why does my reel spin in reverse? Most spinning reel drag systems are set up to allow the fish to slip the drag on its own or allow the flip of a switch for anglers to manually allow drag to … Continue reading →

The size and shape is most similar to that of a dessert spoon. The French sauce spoon design helps scoop a sauce from a plate easily, without tipping the plate. The purpose of the notch on the side is intended … Continue reading →

The little ones have toned down their eating at 50 degrees, but the big ones still need to chomp. This makes cold 50 degree water the best time of year to catch bigger fish. Fishing in colder water you will … Continue reading →