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Member Spotlight | Sharlene

Come along for a New York Harbor cruise with your fellow Ripl member.

Have You Heard of Veer?

The latest in personal watercraft is a mix of innovation and exploration.

WWBD | What Would Boaters Do?

Advice for boaters, from boaters

15 Second Challenge | What to Bring Aboard

How many items can you name?

Spinning vs. Baitcasting Gear

Professional Angler, Brian Latimer, walks us through how to choose the right angling equipment.

Let's Talk about Snacks!

We asked: What’s your favorite boating snack?

Fear and Loathing of Bananas

A long-standing superstition has it that a banana on board is unluckier than stepping on a crack on Friday the 13th.

Top 3 Fears of New Boaters (and How to Get Over Them)

Practical steps to get over common fears of new boaters.

The 10 Items to Have on Every Boat

Stow and stock these essential supplies on your boat before every outing.

The Basics of Boating at Night

Here’s how to boat safely after sunset.

Breaking It Down | Docking Essential Steps

Ride along with a pro captain as he walks through the steps for learning how to dock.

Let's Power Down | How to Anchor

Learn how to safely drop and retrieve your anchor.

Brian Latimer | Answering YOUR questions Part 2

Some rapid-fire Q&A with Brian during the off-season. Check out what he had to say.

Ripl x Lowe | Summer of Lowe Concert Giveaway Recap

One lucky Ripl winner won the trip of a lifetime in October 2022 - hear all about their trip to Orange Beach, Alabama.

All Tied Up | The Basic Boat Knots

Get a professional captain’s tips on tying the essential knots for boating.
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