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and ruined. I have a waterproof box that I put my phone,
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wallet, and keys in. This way I know where they are all the
time and know that they are protected from the elements.
TIP: if you do keep your cell phone out and accessible
to take photos/video on it or take that quick call while you
are out of the office, make sure you have a high-quality
waterproof case for your phone.
TAPE
Tape, tape and more tape is never a bad thing to have in a boat. I always keep a roll of duck and electrical tape in my boat toolbox as you never know when something needs to get held together. From fixes to your motor or trolling motor, to wiring on your batteries a simply roll of tape can keep your day on the water enjoyable.
TIP: I keep a roll of white electrical tape on board and use a small piece around my rod to make note of what lb test line I have spooled up.
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BASIC TOOL SET
A selection
of basic tools
will take care
of many issues
that may arise
when you are
in a boat. The
way I begin to
put together
my toolbox for
the boat is that
when I install
any item on my
boat or work
on it when it’s
in the garage,
I make sure I
have that tool
in the boat in
my boat as
well. Here is a
quick rundown of tools you should have in your boat: Phillips & Flat Head Screw Drivers in different sizes, Prop Wrench, Knife, Socket Set, Pliers & Side Cutters, Wrenches, Wire Stripper
TIP: Keep these items in a waterproof case as well, as rusty tools make a mess and may be damaged and unusable.
BASIC PARTS
Keeping some simple parts for your motor will help keep your day moving forward and your line wet. A spare prop and hub kit for your outboard is important to have so you can make a switch should your prop become damaged. Keeping spare spark plugs, filters and fuses is also a good idea to help curb simple a simple problem.
TIP: If you aren’t sure what items you may need on the water, ask your marine mechanic as they have a plethora of information.
POWER
Carrying jumper cables or a portable car jumper system is important as if your starting battery fails to start, these items can help you get back underway. With jumper cables you can hook your cables up to your trolling motor batteries or flag down another boat for a jump. Or if you carry a portable and charged up car jumper box, just connect that to your starting battery and turn it on. This will at least get you back to a boat ramp or dock where you can switch out your battery.
TIP: If you carry jumper cables, check them for corrosion. If you carry a portable power box, be sure to make sure it is charged and ready for use.
A day on the water fishing should be a fun and enjoyable event, which is why keeping these ten items in your boat will help keep your boat moving forward and your line wet. •