Downeast Boats originated in Maine and derive their name from the geographical orientation of the Maine coastline. The original Downeast boats themselves are the backbone of the Maine lobster industry. In some cases the commercial…
Eastbay Helmdeck Door
If you have an Eastbay and cruise with small children, you may wish to have a permanent door on the helmdeck area. You also may want to close off the area for other reasons, but…
Flybridge Hardtop
For a really unique look that is durable and weather resistant, you may wish to consider a hard top in lieu of the standard canvas fly bridge coverings. In addition to being a good looking…
Fiberglass repair done right
If you have a fiberglass boat, chances are you will be needing repair done at some point. We have seen some pretty shoddy repair work come through but we will not do repair work like…
Are you ready for the season?
In the winter, we decommission vessels. During that process many things happen that keep the boat from freezing, many of which leave the boat in an “unready” state for use. When spring rolls around we…
An uplifting experience
Having a dinghy aboard can be a luxury, a convenience or even a lifesaver. But the hard part is getting it on and off the boat. Years ago we devised a way to use the…
Beneath it all
A good bottom job is hardly just slapping a coat of paint on. There is much prep to be done to the bottom and the related gear. We use a check list that we adhere…
The Power of the Propeller
The prop, in conjunction with your engine, is the muscle of your boat. It is amazing the amount of difference there is when a prop is conditioned properly. The prop is tuned for a combination…
Spring Maintenance Routines
Owning a boat means caring for a boat. The most important time for boat care is during the Spring Maintenance Routine. There is never a good reason to skimp on maintenance, especially at the beginning…
Marine Finish
When your gelcoat finally gives up the ship, it is time to revive the finish. The best way to accomplish this is with Awlgrip or Alexseal marine paints – which is the marine industry standard…
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Learn about the history, changes over the years and current capabilities.
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