Chris Mapp

Chris Mapp

Boat Maintenance Tips July '11

Is there an outboard that can go three years without maintenance? The simple answer is, NO - not here on...

Engine Flushing - 101

I am often asked; "How often should an outboard engine be flushed and what is the best location to flush...

Let’s Talk Boat Trailers

Part of getting your fishing season underway should include making sure your boat trailer will provide a safe, legal, and...

Your Prop Could Be the Problem!

February is a great time of year. Hunting is over, boat shows are over, your new boat is on order...

Thinking of a New Boat?

Purchasing and Rigging Advice January is here and it is boat show time. You want to buy a boat and...

What About WINTERIZING?

This is the time of year when boats are stored for a season. What you have to spend in the...

Boat Maintenance Tips November '10

Did you ever wonder what the most expensive part of boat ownership is? Is it the boat note? Is it...

Gulf Coast Kitchen

Get all the latest coastal cuisine recipes from guides and authors.

Recipe of the month

Maple Rum Redfish Bites

Ingredients 2 large redfish fillets 1 package baconsalt and pepper Maple Rum Glaze 1/2 cup maple syrup 3 Tbsp spiced...

Randy VanderNaillen’s Shrimp Salsa

Coconut Shrimp with Apricot Dipping Sauce

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