Friends of Sheltered Cove Marina I hope that everyone is having a fun and healthy summer. For Sheltered Cove Marina it has been a season of extremes. In Late March the state of New Jersey pretty much shut down the ability of most of our friends to go boating. Also, new boaters weren’t able to…
Continue ReadingWhen enjoying your boat, safety has to be at the forefront of your plans. Making sure your boat is equipped with the correct safety equipment, and that you and your passengers know how to use it properly, is essential to ensuring a safe, fun, boating experience. There is an old saying “failing to plan is…
Continue ReadingThe most important part of enjoying your boat is boating safety, and with our current health crisis revolving around COVID-19, you need to make sure to stay extra vigilant when it comes to the safety of you and your family if you want to destress and enjoy your boat a little bit. Here at Sheltered…
Continue ReadingNo matter whether you are a new boat owner or a seasoned veteran, you should follow proper etiquette at the boat ramp. When boaters congregate at the ramp, if somebody doesn’t follow these standard practices, or isn’t prepared, chaos can ensue. Often time when these rules aren’t followed, it creates a ripple effect, causing longer…
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to optimizing the performance of your boat, there are a few things that will provide immediate benefits: cleaning your boat’s hull, keeping your engine tuned up, and choosing the right propeller. Choosing the right propeller will allow your engine to operate in the recommended RPM range, but prevent the engine from over-revving….
Continue ReadingPurchasing a boat is not a decision that should be taken lightly. There are many factors involved in not only securing the proper funding, but there are many types, features, and options associated with a boat. One of the most important features of a boat is the engine: size, manufacturer, options, quantity, maintenance, inboard or…
Continue ReadingSpring is right around the corner and we’re sure that you are itching to get your boat out into the water! Whether you are an avid fisherman, a water sports enthusiast, or just like to go out on the weekends with the family in your pontoon boat, you need to make sure that your boat…
Continue ReadingRegal installed a combination livewell/wine chiller on the new 38 SAV. That piece of equipment alone tells the story of what the 50-year-old builder is seeking to accomplish with this boat: A perfect mix of cruising attributes in a very fishable, open design. When Regal introduced its 33 SAV (Sports Activity Vessel) a couple years…
Continue ReadingWell that escalated quickly: the holiday season is already here! It seems like we were just enjoying the hot summer days on the beach and the Fourth of July. But the reality is that we are now dealing with the cold temperatures, snow, and the reality that most of us are done boating for 5-6…
Continue ReadingWith the 35 Sport Coupe line, Regal Boats has continually exceeded the standards of a mid-sized cruiser. The 35 Sport Coupe brings to an end the unfortunate situation of being out on your boat and the weather turning bad with its retractable roof, opening up the sky overhead. This allows you to enjoy your boat…
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