Jet Skiing

Musclecraft like the Kawasaki Ultra 310R and the Sea-Doo RXT 300 epitomizes the rapid development of personal watercraft. These two for their respective companies represent the pinnacle of performance and engineering from two stalwarts of the industry. Yet, this matchup of muscle boats highlights that these are two very different craft, and the distinctions might …

Superboat Showdown: Kawasaki Ultra 310R vs. Sea-Doo RXT-X 300 Read More »

Way back in the day, some of us carried our jet skis to the beach in the back of our pickups, and manhandled them into the water. No trailers, no troubles. Of course, I’m talking literal Jet-Ski, 550 and 650 stand-ups, and the occasional Yamaha SuperJet – twin-cylinder two-strokes that weighed in at about 275 …

PWC on wheels: A guide to Jet Ski dollies Read More »

Sea-Doo parent company Bombardier first flirted with the PWC market way back in the late 1960s with an abbreviated two-year run, then went back to snowmobiles for the next 20 years. But when Sea-Doo reentered the field in 1988, it quickly became a favorite and the company would go on to capture about half of …

Eight Sea-Doo Issues – How to Address Them [Video] Read More »

Of all the major personal watercraft manufacturers, Honda was late to the party. Somewhat lost to the annals of time is that a big part of Honda’s entry into the personal watercraft market was its push for single-line dealerships. Whatever the impetus for its introduction, Honda’s AquaTrax line of personal watercraft was a welcome addition …

Honda AquaTrax: Gone but not Forgotten Read More »

For most owners the initial purchase or entry into the waters of personal watercraft is prompted by the desire for sheer relaxation and recreation: Leisurely touring rides are oft the only agenda. But for those with a penchant for competition, or more sporting pursuits, errant thoughts of racing can begin to creep in. Racing your …

You Want To Race Your PWC: A Do It Yourself Guide Read More »

Every summer, thousands of Americans enjoy the freedom of the Great Lakes on their jet skis. But did you know that it’s possible to cross the entire lake on your jet ski? It may sound crazy, but in 2019, three teenagers from Southern Michigan did exactly that, crossing the lake from Michigan City to Chicago …

How to Jet Ski Across Lake Michigan? [Ultimate Guide] Read More »

If you enjoy spending time on your jet ski, you probably know how important it is to take every precaution with regard to safety. In 2012 alone, jet skis were involved in 19 percent of all boating accidents in the United States and accounted for 770 deaths. Jet skis are subject to the same laws …

How to Get a Jet Ski License? [Each State Requirements] Read More »

Long-time watercraft enthusiasts and newcomers alike might understandably be a bit puzzled when considering whether to buy a new or previously owned recent Yamaha FX or VX Waverunner. Yamaha’s VX series was originally introduced in 2004 as a less expensive alternative to the company’s flagship FX line, but has since grown in comfort and performance …

Yamaha Waverunner FX vs VX: Discerning the Differences Read More »

Adventure is wherever you find it. Misadventure is whatever you make of it. Adventure riding on a personal watercraft is certainly above and beyond taking a spin at your local lake. Going point to point across ocean waters is not to be taken lightly, but it sure is fun. Everyone should put it on their …

Jet Ski from Florida to Grand Bahama – All You Need to Know Read More »

When we buy a new boat or personal watercraft, our imagination dances with possibilities as we plan to use our new toy every single weekend. And then, inevitably, life gets in the way. Next weekend sometimes becomes next month before you know it. One of the very best things you can do for the long …

Sea-Doo After-Ride Care – 3 Easy Steps! [Video] Read More »