Boat life

Jul 12, 2017

Trading in your boat

Fall is a great time to think about trading in your boat and upgrading for the season ahead.  Boat shows are a terrific opportunity to make a deal.  Most dealers are prepared to look at your trade and give you an estimate so you can secure a new boat without delay in the spring.  You may want to

Jul 12, 2017

Spring Launch

For boaters April means that the big splash is just around the corner. As much as we are all excited to get the boat back in the water there are a few things that you should think about doing before the season is in full swing to help avoid any undue service appointments or fines.

Jul 12, 2017

Buying a New boat at the Boat show

Its boat show season and that means it’s the best time to buy a new boat.  At shows, many brands and dealerships are featured under one roof which gives the potential buyer a great opportunity to shop and compare without running around the countryside, and also exposes him/her to the huge variety

Jul 12, 2017

How to reduce gas consumption

The Price of gas has been a growing concern for boaters and drivers alike. Recently, the NMMA put out a report on the issue. According to the NMMA, the developments made in the technology of marine engines have increased so significantly that newer engines now burn fuel 50% more effectively.

Jul 6, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions

Have you ever come across a question that you just didn't know the answer to? Following is a list of questions that are frequently asked. Hopefully these will answer all your Buckeye questions.

Jul 6, 2017

Ask our Expert

Here are questions that customers have asked our experts and the advice that they recieved in return! Click here to send in our boating questions.

 

Jul 6, 2017

Boating Trivia

In what year do all Canadian Citizens need to have a Pleasure Craft Operator Card while operating a pleasure craft of any size?

Jul 6, 2017

Your Pleasure Craft Operator's Card

Canadians continue to be confused by, or are lacking awareness of the requirements surrounding the Pleasure Craft Operator's Card to operate a powered vessel.  The Government calls this "proof of competency".  Currently, proof of competency is required to all those operating a vessel