Charter chatter
Charter captain Rob Naysmith takes us along on the charter of a lifetime. With a Yellowfin weighing in at 98.32 kg and four very pleased charter clients, sometimes you’ve got to haul out the big guns to catch the big ones.

Fish the night away
Grab your rods, reels, tackle boxes and head-mounted flashlights because we’re going night fishing. Beat the heat and take a load off your feet during the hot summer months with some recreational fishing... after dark.

Take the noon pontoon - Releasing the stress that has accumulated over the working year can be as simple as taking family and friends out on your pontoon for some fun in the sun. Leisure Boating points you in the right direction.

Elf 1350 Fisherman - If dynamite comes in small packages, then the Elf 1350 is fully nuclear! Packing enough punch to fight outside of its own class, this trusty fun runabout is the perfect, affordable way to spend the day fishing the dam or ocean...

Present the perfect boat - Every year there are literally thousands of secondhand boats on the market. With so much competition to find the right buyer, how can you as the seller put together a presentation that has people lining up to sign on the dotted line?.

Boating World - When it comes to yachts over 50 foot, Fairline offers six amazing options spanning two ranges that take luxury boating to the next level...

Outboard care - We find out just how to keep your outboard motor ticking over like clockwork. The simple maintenance tasks you can take care of yourself with ease. Let’s look at which of these tasks can be done right away.

Bring out the bling - All proud boat owners enjoy keeping their prized possessions in the best possible condition. Here are some top tips to assist you in keeping your boat looking like a shining beacon of light..

Underwater lights, camera … action! - If you spend many evenings on your boat or you’re an avid fisherman, then increasing the amount of hours you get to spend on the water is a simple as installing underwater lights on your boat.

In for a pound - It might not be that noticeable, as the extra weight on your boat tends to accumulate over a period of time but eventually, it will have a negative effect on the performance of the boat, increasing fuel consumption and making the motors work harder than they should.

Surviving shipping lanes Large vessels take exceptionally long distances to slow, turn and stop, and in light of this, smaller vessels need to operate with great care in shipping lanes, Boat inspection Checking your boat after use is equally as important as checking it before use. Take the tour with us as we go through the checks you need to undertake after use...

Father’s Day gift guide - Buy dad the best gift on Father’s Day. You’ll get some great ideas from the gift guide we’ve put together.

Good old boat - Is restoring a boat all that it’s made out to be? If you’re thinking about buying an old boat to restore it, think again. Unless you have unlimited funds, lots and lots of time and the technical knowhow, you should not be considering a restoration...

Heat Street - Keeping cool on your boat in the heat of summer will certainly improve your enjoyment factor. But, just how can you cool things down when the sun is turning up the heat?

Steering fail! - Let’s look at how to get your boat home if your steering fails. You’re stranded at sea, a few miles from home, and the boat’s steering packs up. What now?

Wakeboarding – It’s a bind: Don’t let incorrect wakeboard bindings get in your way. They can cause you untold misery if they’re too tight and reduced control over the board if they’re too loose. Simply, wakeboarding bindings need to fit properly for the best possible ride.

Venerable vinyl - There are certain dos and don’ts regarding the care of vinyl on your boat. Take the tour with us as we find out the correct methods for vinyl care.

Waterski bulletin - Waterskiing is a great sport and it comes with a variety of health benefits. Over and above the pure adrenalin and enjoyment of the activity, it’s a great way to keep fit and improve overall muscle tone in the body.

Beating overheating - Your single outboard motor is running like a dream until you take a closer look at the temperature gauge and your heart skips a beat when you notice the temperature is abnormally high and rising rapidly. We look at determining the overheating problem. Don’t panic!

Waterski bulletin - One of the main contributors to skiing errors is slack line. All skiers will experience varying levels of slack line but eliminating as much of it from your slalom routines is important for improved results.

Concrete ships - Concrete ships played an important part in naval history when shortages of raw materials such as steel and timber threatened to halt the building of warships. Let’s take a closer look at this clever idea..

Pontoon at noon: Pontoon boats come in a variety of shapes and sizes
offering more maneuverability, greater power options,
increased comfort and even the possibility to undertake
water sports such as skiing and fishing. But, are the
various different types of pontoon boats quite different in
their operation to traditional V-hull boats?, The poke bloke - wakeboarding:
You’ve put in the hours and you’ve mastered the basics,
but are those enough to make you stand out from
the crowd? It’s time to develop your all-important
wakeboarding style and take your shredding to a whole
new creative level...

Thirteen fuel saving tips - Peruse our quick-glance guide on how to save fuel on your boat. Whether it’s simply reducing the revs or doing regular servicing and maintenance on the motors, all help to reduce consumption.

Five top tips to catch more game fish - Take a look at our simple solutions and tactics to maximise your catches when you’re out game fishing..

Countess 170 cc - Last year saw the launch of the all-new Countess 170 cc and it quickly stole the heart of the Editor who said, ‘it’s the best 17-foot craft for the year’. Sporting new cosmetic upgrades for the 2017 facelift model, we see if this craft is as comfortable on Cape Town’s open ocean as she is on the lagoon in her hometown, Knysna.

Oracle Sport - Join us on our journey as we discover what makes this deck boat such fun for friends and family. With easy access to the comfortable seating appointed throughout this boat, which can take 10 people for a pleasurable cruise, the Oracle Sport is an entertainer’s dream. It’s a fantastic all-rounder with great performance coupled with the serious injection of fun. Climb aboard with us as we find out why deck boats are all the rage... and the life of the party.

Righteous rigging - Charter captain Rob Naysmith answers our questions on how to do outrigger spreads for better fishing success. In this Q & A we take the outriggers apart piece by piece and cover everything from initial setup to lure placement and more.

Princess 43 - Sexy and sleek, this Princess was created for royalty. Exuding utter luxury and carrying an air of elegance to grace South Africa’s coastline, there’s no surprise why this vessel claimed ‘Boat of the Year 2014’ shortly after her unveiling. But, there can only be one true Queen in the South – can this Princess take that title? Check out our exclusive review.

Shaping Up - Leisure Boating delves into the finer details of boat, motor and trailer maintenance to keep your boat looking and running at its best. Undertaking general maintenance on your boat on a regular basis is imperative to keep it in top condition.

Talking trailers -  One of life’s assurances is that when you least expect it, your trailer’s lights are going to pack up. Frustratingly, this usually occurs seconds before you are about to pull out of your driveway for a leisurely day of recreational fishing or wakeboarding. When your trailer starts showing its age through lights that are on the blink, it’s time to replace the wiring harness.

Wake mistake -  Finding out about wakes  most often comes from hard lessons learnt on the water. For this reason Leisure Boating looks at some of the most common wake mistakes and how they can be avoided...

Soothsayers, surveyors and a catfish called Claude
Purchasing a boat usually involves a large outlay of cash, and for this reason it is imperative to get the qualified advice from a marine surveyor, before you sign on the dotted line.

SANCCOB
Leisure Boating spent an afternoon at SANCCOB to find out more about their wonderful conservation work, and how you can protect and caring for marine birdlife..

Ground Swell 28
Recently launched and all-new, this locally-built 28-foot hydrofoil-assisted cat is sure to impress boaters who are looking for a smooth, comfortable ride in especially choppy conditions. Is the Ground Swell 28 the ideal sports fishing craft, or is it better suited to day cruising? Join the Editor in Gordon’s Bay and see what this craft has to offer.

Thunderstruck
If you are an avid  boater, at some stage in your boating career you will encounter a thunderstorm and this is when you’ll need to draw on your years of experience to outwit, outlast or outrun the storm. It’s your own real life game of Storm Survivor...

Get your motor running
Maintaining your boat’s motor is one way of keeping the costs of your pleasurable pastime to a minimum. Follow our tips on everything from water separators to changing gear case lube and enjoy trouble-free boating that won’t impact negatively on your bank balance.

Perfect pitch
Propeller efficiency is critical for the smooth operation of all boats. If a propeller is corroded, rough, bent or has surface damage, its efficiency is dramatically reduced. Leisure Boating sources the top propeller care tips to keep your motor running at its best...

Responsible Watersports: We’ve elected you as the Environmental Minister of Boating Safety and Security. By accepting this mantle you’ll need to shoot a straight and fair arrow, conserving the environment and finding a balance between the adrenalin filled rush of the ride and the safety of those around you, Safe on the Skiff : Annually, the rate of accidents involving fishermen is nearly 10 times that of water skiers and wake boarders. We find out the reasons why boating safety is as important for fishermen as it is for all boaters...

BOAT REVIEW
Beneteau Antares 42 Beneteau’s Antares 42-foot cruiser is fully equipped and ready for the ultimate adventure. With its fine attention to detail, aesthetically pleasing appointments and quality materials used in its design, this motoryacht is sure to please, whether you choose to load it up with the whole family or a flotilla of friends.

All washed up
Within the total volume of the vast expanse of earth’s water, there is no shortage of strange and wonderful objects deep within. Some of the items that get washed up on our beaches even make the headlines. Find out what our top 20 weird and wonderful beach finds are....

BOAT REVIEW
Panache 2450 Wake Edition
Linex Yamaha invited us to review the latest Panache 2450 to hit the water – the exciting Wake Edition. The excellent build quality aside, this craft is packed with accessories and creature comforts, all brought together with exceptional ride comfort. Get your summer off to a good start with this Wake Edition.

Ocean’s 11 essentials
Certain equipment should be standard fare on all boats. From safety equipment to thermal cameras, we cover the lot in an effort to make your boat safer than it’s ever been...

Destination: 
Wriggleswade Dam Join us on our journey to one of the Eastern Cape’s best kept secrets – Wriggleswade Dam. With its mix of fabulous camping and caravanning facilities, a quaint clubhouse and some excellent fishing, this scenic getaway is a must for the whole family, The Richard’s Bay Port Festival We find out what went down at the action-packed Richard’s Bay Port Festival. With a variety of stunning on-water disciplines and off-water fun, this is an event that should be on every family’s radar, each year. With thrilling high-speed jetski action and perfect weather to accompany the SAJSBA Jetski KZN Regionals, throttles were cranked open as wide as they would go...

Catch of the month: Do you have a picture of yourself and the fish that didn’t get away? Send it to us! Not only could you have bragging rights over your friends, but you’ll get to see your picture in our magazine. This month's winner has also caught themselves a pair of Mako Eyewear sunglasses worth Rs 400! and more....

Trailer Trash
Purchasing a second-hand trailer for your boat can be fraught with problems. We went undercover to find out just what to look for before signing on the dotted line. Buying a trailer requires a keen eye and a sensible head.

Toe-to-Toe with Zenon Bilas
After more than 30 years as one of the leaders in the sport of barefoot skiing, we go toe-to-toe with Zenon Bilas to find out how he walks on water. Zenon tells us all about his illustrious career and why giving back is as important as achieving greatness...

Destination Swartvlei
Are you tired of going to your usual boating hotspot – or just looking to get away
from the masses? Then start planning your next getaway to Swartvlei. Pack the boat
and get the family in the car because the adventure awaits you.

Boating World interviews
We catch up with local luxury importers, Boating World, as well as meet their two
newest staff members to see how the company emphasises ‘life, passion, adventure’
in a stress-free package...

Leisure Boating is every powerboat enthusiast’s must-read. The magazine publishes 11 issues a year with the June/July copy being a combined edition. Every month the content is aimed squarely at the many thousands of prosperous recreational boaters, families and friends. Each month we review the latest and hottest craft, ranging from runabouts and RIBS to high performance watersports craft – and even multi-million rand cruisers.

Leisure Boating is every powerboat enthusiast’s must-read. The magazine publishes 11 issues a year with the June/July copy being a combined edition. Every month the content is aimed squarely at the many thousands of prosperous recreational boaters, families and friends. Each month we review the latest and hottest craft, ranging from runabouts and RIBS to high performance watersports craft – and even multi-million rand cruisers

6 Bizarre Boating Solutions
We’re willing to wager that you never thought your pantry,
broom closet or your wife’s underwear drawer could contain
items that could save lives in certain boating emergencies.
Find out what they are and stock your boat with them!...

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