Radich of Active Water Sports cites the thinner more durable Neoprene life vests as the biggest sellers due to flexibility and comfort for water tricksters. A new item, Radich also sees as the must-have for boaters this year is a new product adding weight to the back of the boat. The product is similar to a duffel bag in appearance and can add up to 500 pounds of water weight for better skiing and boarding wakes. Pre-season Boat Check Thomas Wright of Pacific Boatland on Highway 99 offers some tips for reacquainting yourself with your boat. As far as tune-ups for newer equipment goes, Wright points out that most models built within the last seven years are different than the older ones.
Units are very complex now.
After a winter in your garage, shop or barn, your boat may be feeling neglected. Like any vehicle, recreational boats should be carefully prepped for a season of fun. Boater's World in Jantzen Beach offers this pre-launch checklist.