Updating The Boating To Impress Your Friends

When was the last time you got excited about a sporting event? I realized about a few years back that it had been awhile since I had stopped to enjoy my free time, so I started investing a significant amount of time into learning more and more about sports. As part of my research, I joined a few adult sporting leagues, and it was absolutely incredible to see the difference that it made. Within a few short months, I felt like I was healthier than ever before. This blog is all about enjoying sports and making the most of your free time.

Updating The Boating To Impress Your Friends

7 February 2018
 Categories: Recreation & Sports, Blog


Just as you get attached to your car, it is easy to get attached to a boat. Your water wheels are easy to get used to, especially after you have owned them for a number of years. Boats are also impressive to friends, especially those who do not yet own their own vessel. The good thing about boats is that you can always upgrade the interior and the exterior of the boat to make it more fanciful. If you are looking to make a change to your boat to make it more impressive, here are some ways to accomplish your goal. 

Reupholster the seats and the boat console

For a new looking boat, you can reupholster the seating inside of the boat. Leather seats are best for a boat, as you will need a material that is waterproof and will still be comfortable for sitting for longer periods of time. Have your seats reupholstered so that the old, scratched leather can be covered by new, soft and smooth leather. Along with the seats, have the boating console redone. This can be redone in a number of different materials from wood to marble. Select a material that goes with the rest of the look of your tiny ship and have it installed along with the seats. 

Improve your electric gear

The times of old radio dials on boats are out. You will need appropriate materials to be able to check the gas gauge, the speed, and the other control mechanisms of the boat. Instead of the old, round dial view, you can replace the system with electronic gauges or even a tablet that gives you all of the necessary information. Be sure that the electronics are properly waterproof and can be placed in a boat permanently and remain stable. Test out a few electronic boat parts in store before you have them installed by a mechanic to make sure you feel comfortable driving with the new system. 

Redo the roof

A boat will look brand new with touched up paint and a new roof. A boat roof that turns your outside boat into a boat that is covered during drizzle will upgrade the overall feeling of your vessel. The boat roof can be attached to the glass windshield and cover just a few feet or it can be created to cover the entirety of the boat. Dividing a boat into a half indoor and half outdoor space will provide you with more fun in the sun and in the shade while on the water. 

Contact a company, like Boater's Landing, for more help.