Tips and ideas from fellow Grady-White owners and enthusiasts to help make every day on the water fun and more rewarding for you and your family.

 

Boat Bumpers  


Created on May 22, 2013 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
Here is a quick and easy way to set your boat bumpers when docking....


Helm Master® How-To  


Last Modified May 17, 2013 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
David Neese, vice president of engineering at Grady-White, explains operation of the incredible, intuitive, Yamaha Helm Master® digital steering system aboard a Grady-White Freedom 375. The Grady Life just got even easier!   ...


National Safe Boating Week  


Last Modified May 17, 2013 - in Enjoying Your Day, Comfortably    
Grady-White aims to build the strongest, safest, most seaworthy boats of their size in the world because we believe that the safest boating is the...


Docking Tricks: Leaving Dockside in Wind or Current (2519 views)  


Last Modified Jul 23, 2009 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
Good docking and getting underway techniques take a little practice, especially when the wind or current is pushing you. Try this method, and look like a pro: Keeping a bow line tied and well aft, power ahead while a crew member fends off the dock and handles the bow line....


Anchoring Your Boat (1939 views)  


Last Modified Jul 23, 2009 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
Knowing safe anchoring techniques adds to your boating pleasure. Here are steps to remember. Check that the bitter end of your anchor line or cable is in fact firmly attached to your boat, and that the line is ready for running free. The rule of thumb for length of line needed is five to ...


Anchor Windlass Operation: Use your windlass for quick and easy operation (1839 views)  


Last Modified Mar 27, 2013 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
Your boat's anchor can easily be paid out and hauled back in with an electric anchor windlass. Before your next outing, watch this video on anchor windlass operation to make sure you're getting the most out of this useful tool.   ...


Boating Etiquette: Wake Crossing (1746 views)  


Created on Nov 14, 2012 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
On crowded, choppy water, especially on large lakes and coastal waters, wakes can be challenging. It's important to know the best way to cross a wake. Here are some good wake-crossing tips: If traffic allows, turn your direction to be almost parallel to the wake ...


Navigating Inlets: Always--and especially in the spring--put safety first. (1730 views)  


Last Modified Mar 27, 2012 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
Confidence, common sense and good boat handling skills help ensure your and your crew’s safety whe...


Boat Bumpers  


Created on May 22, 2013 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
Here is a quick and easy way to set your boat bumpers when docking....


Helm Master® How-To  


Last Modified May 21, 2013 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
David Neese, vice president of engineering at Grady-White, explains operation of the incredible, intuitive, Yamaha Helm Master® digital steering system aboard a Grady-White Freedom 375. The Grady Life just got even easier!   ...


Cold Water Boating  


Created on Apr 24, 2013 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
Every Grady-White captain should insist that all passengers wear a life jacket and dress for the water temperature, not the air temperature–NO EXCEPTIONS. Even if daytime temperatures are summer-like, immersion in water at or below 59° F can be dangerous....


Anchor Windlass Operation: Use your windlass for quick and easy operation  


Last Modified Mar 28, 2013 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
Your boat's anchor can easily be paid out and hauled back in with an electric anchor windlass. Before your next outing, watch this video on anchor windlass operation to make sure you're getting the most out of this useful tool.   ...


Windshield Washer Operation  


Created on Feb 20, 2013 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
Good visibility is crucial to a safe and fun boating experience, so make sure you’re familiar with the operation of your Grady’s windshield washer by watching this short washer demonstration video:   ...


Navigating Shallow Water by Pete McDonald  


Last Modified Jan 28, 2013 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
No one wants to run aground unexpectedly. Pete McDonald suggests nine tactics in a SportFishing magazine online article that use your sen...


Boating Etiquette: Wake Crossing  


Created on Nov 14, 2012 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
On crowded, choppy water, especially on large lakes and coastal waters, wakes can be challenging. It's important to know the best way to cross a wake. Here are some good wake-crossing tips: If traffic allows, turn your direction to be almost parallel to the wake ...


Visit the U.S. Coast Guard's Boating Safety Website  


Last Modified Oct 15, 2012 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
The U.S. Coast Guard’s Boating Safety website...


Boating Etiquette: Keep It Clean  


Last Modified Sep 17, 2012 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
  Pollution ruins the water for everybody. It kills fish and wildlife, detracts from the beauty of the landscape, and contaminates waterw...


Boating Etiquette: Docking and Relaunching  


Created on Aug 23, 2012 - in Boat Handling / Seamanship    
  Speed, efficiency and consideration are the bottom line to minding your manners while launching and docking your boat. Remember these etique...


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