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How to Buy a Boat

By Paul M. J. Suchecki

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Boating is an activity that you can do for life. Few things equal the fun of getting out on a body of water and being captain of your own vessel, whether it is a canoe or a yacht. This brief guide will walk you through the initial steps to ... more »

How to Clean a Wet Suit

By msmarymac

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If you are just learning to surf, you’ll find that besides your surfboard, a good wet suit is a great investment. Even in the warmest months, ocean water can be cold. But you need to take good care of your suit to keep to extend its life. Here’s how... more »

How to Clean Smelly Surf Booties

By msmarymac

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If you are just learning to surf and braving the cold winter and spring water, you should definitely invest in some surf booties. They’ll keep your feet warm, and keep you in the water surfing for as long as possible in the cooler months. Surf ... more »

How to Do a Floater on a Bodyboard

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Do this right and you'll hit the lip of the breaking wave with a lot of speed as it pitches out, and then you'll ride it to the other side in a god-like manner... more »

How to Low-Bounce on Trick Water Skis

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Bounce up and down on your trick water skis to get a feel for releasing your weight from the water. The low bounce is an essential part of just about every trick... more »

How to pack for safety in a sea kayak

By Natalie Hernandez

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Packing up for your sea kayak safety consists of packing the essentials that you will need in case of an emergency and also knowing how to use the equipment. There are many things that you are going to want in case you need to make a repair or ... more »

How to Perform a Back-to-Front 180 on One Water Ski

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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While skiing backward on one trick water ski, low-bounce up and spin 180 degrees to start skiing forward... more »

How to Pick a Boogie Board

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Ride the ocean waves with a boogie board at almost any age. Pick a boogie board based on body size, budget and the kind of waves at the beach. Unlike surfing, basic boogie boarding is easy to pick up within the first few runs, and the sport is as ... more »

How to Plan a White Water Rafting Trip in Telluride, Colorado

By eHow Travel Editor

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White water rafting is an extremely fun and exciting way to see the mountain scenery near Telluride, Colorado. Especially during the summer months with a group of friends. Finding a tour guide can be quick and easy, but these tips will help you ... more »

How to Play Underwater Rugby

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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If you're ready for a physical challenge and also ready to have some fun, learn how to play underwater rugby. Originating in Germany in 1961, underwater rugby officially became a sport in 1973. The first world championship was played in 1980. ... more »

How to Ride Drop-Knee on a Bodyboard

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Pull your body up on your bodyboard to ride with one foot on the nose and your knee down behind you to stabilize and steer... more »

How to Start Surfing

By msmarymac

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After living in Southern California for six years I decided it was crazy that I was not taking advantage of year-round good weather and regular visits to the beach. If you’ve ever considered taking up surfing, I can’t encourage you enough to at ... more »

How to Survive a Boat Capsize

By Paul M. J. Suchecki

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Boats capsize differently, producing varying scenarios for surviving each. The smaller the boat, the more likely is a capsize. The best way to prepare is to actually go through it in a supervised course, so that if it does happen inadvertently ... more »

How to Water Ski

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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There's no better way to spend a hot summer day than on the water with the breeze in your hair and water spray on your face. Following are some tips for enjoying time on the water being pulled around by a rope on water skis... more »

How to Cross a Wake on a Kneeboard

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Learning to cross in and out of the wake opens up a whole new dimension of riding for kneeboarders... more »

How to Detangle Your Hair After Swimming

By ehowNellie

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Chlorine and salt water can sure weigh down your hair. So make sure to detangle your hair right away before unnecessary breakage occurs... more »

How to Escape a Riptide

By rkayne

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A riptide is not as scary as it may seem, calmness is the key to survive. I have surfed for many years, so have met a few of them. Needless to say, I am writing this so I made it!.. more »

How to Launch a Windsurf Board

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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This is the most basic technique you'll need to learn to begin windsurfing from the beach... more »

How to paddle with a kayak

By Natalie Hernandez

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Paddling your kayak fist consists of you sitting in your kayak the proper way. Sit all the way back in your seat with your knees bent comfortably. If you sit with your feet to straight you put to much strain on your lower back... more »

How to Stay Warm While Surfing

By californiagirl

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Your friend is surfing with just swim trunks, but you think the water is freezing. Even if you feel like you are cold-blooded and cannot stay warm in the water, there are steps you can take to be warm while surfing... more »

How to Become a Yacht Owner

By MICHAEL SIMMERS

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The ins and outs of Yacht ownership... more »

How to Escape a Rip Current

By dhinkle

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Rip Currents are one of the primary dangerous when enjoying a day at the beach. They are fairly easy to spot if you know what to look for avoiding them is the simplest way to not get caught in one. Here a few tips if you manage to get swept out... more »

How to Find Skimboarding Contests

By Lindsay

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Skimboarding is a niche sport on the rise. Here's how to check out some of the action... more »

How to Ride a Wave on a Skimboard

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Riding up a wave and then back onto shallow water takes lots of speed, good timing, great balance and plenty of practice... more »

How to Sideslide on One Water Ski

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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As you ride on a single trick ski, low-bounce your weight off your ski and turn sideways into a sliding position. Slide, and then return to your forward position to ride on... more »

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