Lenny Rudow
With over three decades of experience in marine journalism, Lenny Rudow has contributed to dozens of boating and fishing publications and websites. Rudow lives in Annapolis, Maryland, and is currently Angler in Chief at Rudow’s FishTalk; he is a past president of Boating Writers International (BWI), a graduate of the Westlawn School of Yacht Design, and has won numerous BWI and OWAA writing awards.
7 Ways to Increase the Value of Your Boat
Let’s take a look at eight creative ways you can bolster your boat’s value, whether it’s a sailbo...
Best Family Boat Brands for Watersports, Fishing, Cruising, and What’s Best for ...
The ideal boat is out there for every family, and one or more of these best family boat brands wi...
Buying Storm Damaged Boats: Risks & Opportunities
Hurricane damaged boats offer tremendous opportunity to used boat buyers on a budget, but the ris...
Best Bay Boat Brands, the Most Popular Fishing Boats on the Market
The best bay boat brands will help you catch more fish and have more fun doing it.
Best Pontoon Boats for Fishing Big Water and Small
Pontoon boats make great fishing boats in many venues, and these top picks will have you casting ...
The Best Mini Yacht Brands for Cruising and Luxury
The best mini yachts pack all the luxury and amenities of larger vessels in a small, easily handl...
Hurricane Preparation: Plan to Keep Your Boat Safe
When a hurricane threatens the coast, you need to take immediate action to ensure your boat stays...
10 Steps to Launch Your Boat Safely from a Trailer
Our guide will have you launching your boat with ease from day one.
Deck Boat vs. Bowrider: Which Runabout is Best?
Deck boats and bowriders are similar but have some distinct differences, too. Which one is the be...
Best Center Console Boats: The Best Brands Across the Spectrum
If you’re looking for the best center console on the water today, be sure to check out these brands.
The Best Wake Boat Brands, a Complete Guide
The best wake boat brands will have you surfing, boarding, and skiing until that adrenaline is fl...
How to Dock a Boat with Joysticks, Single Engines, and Twins: Tips and Technique...
These tips will make docking a boat easier than ever.
Best Marine Binoculars: Which Features Make a Difference?
You have plenty of options when it comes to choosing marine binoculars for boats, but some are fa...
Best Bass Boat Brands By Hull Construction, Affordability And Size
The best bass boats deliver high-octane performance and fishable layouts designed to help you tur...
The Best Real-Time Imaging Sonar for Fishing-Finding
Real-time imaging sonar is the latest and greatest in fish-finding electronics.
Best Center Console Boats Under 25 Feet
Small center console boats are among the most popular types of boats around, and these brands top...
Best Cheap Fishing Boat Brands, Affordable to Cheapest of All
If your budget is a major concern, these relatively affordable fishing boats will hit the mark.
Best Jet Boat Brands Among All Types of Small Craft
If your search for the best jet boats has brought you here, you’ve come to the right place.
Best Sport Fishing Boats, Convertible and Express to Center Console
The best sport fishing boats are ready to take you far beyond the horizon in pursuit of pelagic f...
Best Wakesurf Boat Brands, V-Drive, Jet-Drive, Forward-Drive & More
The best wake surf boats throw a massive curl that lets you spin, slide, and jump.
The Best Flats Boats Brands, Special Boats for Skinny Waters
If you want to score big fishing the shallows, the best flats boats put you in the pole position.
Best Aluminum Fishing Boat Brands: Tougher, Lighter and More Affordable
Aluminum fishing boats are ideal for pursuing your quarry on many waterways, and these boat brand...
Could a Marine Lithium Battery System Replace Your Onboard Boat Generator
Could a marine lithium battery system eliminate the need for an onboard boat generator? Thanks to...
Best Cheap Boat Brands for the Budget Conscious
The best affordable boats get you out on the water without breaking the bank.
Boat-Stabilization Tech: Attitude Control for Pitch and Roll
You’re sick and tired of all that pitch, heave, and roll while you’re running. Finally, thanks to...
Best Runabout Boat Brands for Value, Luxury, Fishing, and More
Any one of these best runabout boat brands can boost your family’s fun-factor by 10.
Best Electric Boat Brands per Type
These electric boat brands will get you out on the water free of fossil fuels.
BOAT TECH: Best New Outboard Engine Innovation
The best new outboard engines are jam-packed with a serious dose of technology.
12 Best Cuddy Cabin Boat Brands and Why They Still Sell
There are fewer cuddy cabin boats for sale today than there were a few decades ago, but these bra...
16 Best Cabin Cruiser Boat Brands With Range That Can Plane
If you’re looking for a cabin cruiser for your type of cruising, these brands stand out.
Best Offshore Fishing Boat Brands By Size And Region
If you’re looking for the best offshore fishing boats, you’ve come to the right place.
Aluminum Center Console Boat Brands: A Comprehensive Guide to Offshore, Inshore,...
How are you supposed to know which are the best center console aluminum boats around? Truth be to...
Best Catamaran Fishing Boat Brands
Power catamaran fishing boats are more popular than ever, and these top picks fit the bill for an...
How to Winterize a Boat: Steps, Checklist and Costs
If freezing temperatures are a possibility, you need to winterize your boat.
Best Trailerable Trawler Brands: Pocket Cruisers to Go Anywhere
There are many different types of boats with cabins, but if you want to do some serious adventuri...
Fishing in the Gulf of Mexico: Popular Fish To Catch
The Gulf of Mexico in the Western Hemisphere is one of the most ecologically diverse bodies of wa...
Top Skiff Boat Brands: A Buyer's Essential Guide
Small skiff boats may not impress the neighbors, but they’re excellent fishing boats that are eas...
Painting a Fiberglass Boat: A Detailed Guide
If you want to keep your boat looking as good as new but it’s in need of a facelift, few things w...
Best Jon Boat Brands: Top Choices, Types, Pros and Cons
Few boats are as popular and plentiful as the Jon boat, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that a...
Deck Boat Vs Pontoon Boat: Which is Better?
Which is better, a deck boat vs pontoon boat? We take an in-depth look at the difference between ...
Outboard vs Inboard: Which Engine is Best for You?
Which is better, an outboard engine or an inboard engine? It’s one of the most debated questions ...
Best Outboard Motor Brands for Your Boat
Which is the best outboard motor brand? Ask that question at your local marina and you’d better b...
Internet for Boats: How to Get Online on the Water
Love it or hate it, staying connected has become a part of modern life—especially if you plan on ...
Best Bowrider Boat Brands for Every Boater
There are a million and one bowriders for sale at any given time, mostly because they are some of...