You can bend PVC pipes by applying heat to the part where you want the bend to go. PVC is what scientists call an amorphous polymer, which means the particles that make up its structure are not arranged in fixed … Continue reading →

Acetal Examples Dimethoxymethane is an acetal compound. Acetal is also a common name for the compound 1,1-diethoxyethane. The compound polyoxymethylene (POM) is a plastic that is also called simply “acetal” or “polyacetal.” What are the examples of hemiacetal? Arguably, the … Continue reading →

Berkley Trilene XT Monofilament Line offers improved abrasion resistance, knot strength, wet strength, and shock resistance. This formula of XT monofilament is 47% more flexible and performs better than previous generations of XT. Is Trilene XT a fluorocarbon? Berkley® Trilene® … Continue reading →

How do you drift fishing? Drift fishing requires some weight to get the bait down, but the motion of the boat moves the bait through the water slowly. You can also drift a bait under a bobber or popping cork. … Continue reading →

What is Turning Circle of Ships and Ship Handling Important Definitions? The circle is the path of the ship’s pivot point as it executes a 360° turn. In shallow water, the rate of turn is likely to be decreased, so … Continue reading →

While PVC always has the same basic structure, polyethylene forms into several different types based on the degree of branching from the main chain in each polymer. Some types of polyethylene, such as low-density polyethylene, are highly branched, while other … Continue reading →

The lack of stretch in braid also allows you to impart action into lures such as jerkbaits more effectively, allowing you to get the best from the lure. But the main advantage with braid over mono in Pike lure fishing … Continue reading →

A heavy strap should always be used to anchor the boat’s stern to the trailer. If a strap isn’t used, the boat will bounce against (or off) the trailer. The correct gunwale or transom tie down length is related to … Continue reading →

A trolling motor is a self-contained unit that includes an electric motor, propeller and controls, and is affixed to an angler’s boat, either at the bow or stern. A gasoline-powered outboard used in trolling, if it is not the vessel’s … Continue reading →

If you are standing on a sit on top kayak, you have to balance from your ankles up. That is a lot of core balance for a lot of people. If you are big in the shoulders or big in … Continue reading →

Are Egg Weights worth it? The Egg Weights have been great for training arm strength and speed. They add stress when keeping my hands in a guard position and require me to use more effort while punching. Once I remove … Continue reading →

The US has banned bottom trawling along most of its west coast. Is bottom trawling still legal in USA? The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has imposed a permanent ban on bottom trawling in 150,000 square miles of federally-controlled … Continue reading →

What is the best bait for wahoo? “When we’re kite-fishing for sailfish, wahoo will swim right up to the back of the boat,” McElveen says. Sometimes — though not often — they’ll eat typical Keys sailfish fishing baits like goggle … Continue reading →

THE BEST TIDES FOR FISHING Typically, the best times to fish are when the tide is “running” — that is, when it’s on the move from high to low or vice versa. Once the water approaches the extremes of high … Continue reading →

Lake Benmore is a large man-made lake that holds numerous trout and salmon, and offers excellent fishing either trolling from a boat or fishing from the shore. Lake Benmore was formed from the upper reaches of the Waitaki River by … Continue reading →