Docking a jet ski on a floating dock is an easy process. The main part to get right is control of the throttle while docking. A jet ski is not a cheap investment, and if you don’t want to leave it in the water, even if you keep your jet ski at the water. A…
Jet ski is a great exercise; you burn a lot of calories, get some cardiovascular work, learn how to maintain proper balance, release a lot of stress, and you can even work many different muscle groups. The most important thing is that this activity is also fun, which has mental health benefits. If you think…
It is bad to leave your jet ski in the water for too long. Saltwater is especially bad for any metal part that can suffer from corrosion. This can occur In freshwater too, but at a slower rate. Aquatic growth will start to show up on the mechanical parts and hull below the waterline after…
When you think of a jet ski, you think of fun under the sun – not sitting still in the water with a jet ski that won’t start due to the battery. A dead battery also kills the day of fun. There are several possible reasons your jet ski’s battery is consistently dying. In this…
When taking your child on a personal watercraft, they must never sit in front of the driver. It is best if they sit between two adults or behind the driver. Children younger than 12 years old may not drive a jet ski, and children between 12 and 15 may operate a jet ski if supervised by someone older…
Most modern jet skis have a reverse feature that allows them to move backward. But the impeller does not reverse direction. Rather, there is a wide curved deflector (the bucket) that covers the jet nozzle and redirects water underneath the jet ski, causing to move backwards. Contrary to what other sites or common sense might…
The good news is that you can definitely tow your jet ski trailer over any long distance trip that you decide to take. These trailers will tolerate long distance towing just as well as campers or racing trailers. Be sure to keep the trailer maintenance up to date. If you are like me, you probably…
Electric boards work by using an electric motor and a rechargeable battery to push rider through the water. The drive is a smaller version of an impeller setup in a personal watercraft. Even if there are no waves, a person can still use an electric surfboard in calm surf, lakes and rivers. One of the…
In general, jet ski trailers with the correct tire ratings can be towed up to 80 mph. Choice of tow vehicle matters. Most newer and well-maintained older jet ski trailers can handle speeds of at least 65 mph. Both the trailer and the tow vehicle must be kept in good running condition. Some states in…
There’s nothing like the thrill of strapping a flyboard on to your feet and flying effortlessly over the water, while challenging gravity. Flyboarding is an amazing extreme sport that enhances any vacation. Like any extreme sport, there will be some restrictions and limits for safety reasons. Most companies have minimal Flyboard restrictions, but there are some weight,…
With exposure to water and weathering, the seat cover on a personal watercraft (PWC) might need to be repaired or replaced. Boat owners have the choice between purchasing a seat cover or making one themselves. How do you replace a personal watercraft seat cover? Replacing a PWC seat cover involves installing a new vinyl seat cover…
Whether for leisure or maintenance, towing your personal watercraft is an essential part of owning one. However, towing a jet ski with a car is a unique situation. There are a few vital points to consider so that you can tow your jet ski safely and worry-free. Most cars, even compact 4-cylinder ones, can tow…
