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How to Get a Pontoon Boat Loan Explained

If you’re not one of those lucky lads whose great-grand-aunt left them a small fortune when she passed away, you might not be able to afford a pontoon boat off the top of your head – or at least aren’t willing to spend all of your life savings on it at once. But when a […]

5 Tips on Saving Gas In your Pontoon

Gone are the good ol’ days when you could get a gallon of gas for one dollar. With gas prices getting higher and higher by the year (predictions say $2.47/gal in 2019 and $2.62/gal in 2020), it’s probably time to start saving fuel – not just in order to spend less, but also protect the environment. […]

Pontoons in Winter: A Short Guide for Boaters

I’m gonna be honest with you – it’s super hard to find anything to write about boating in the dead of winter. We are all looking forward to better times – when the sun finally comes out and the weather heats up and the wind slows down so we can take our good ol’ toons […]

How To Make Your Pontoon Accessible for Wheelchair Passengers

Before we start on the topic, I’d like to take a moment to thank you all for following, reading, commenting, and supporting Pontoon Helper. I’m sure it has been a wonderful ride (both on and off water) for all of us, with lots of wonderful memories and experiences to learn from. The whole purpose of […]

Pets on Board? Tips for Animals on a Pontoon

I’ve already talked a lot about safety measures and fun activities for children and teenagers on board. But what if you’re thinking of taking Spot the golden retriever along? Or Snowball the cat? Here’s the few things I can tell you about bringing pets on board (I admit I do not have a lot of […]

Food on Board: What to Take and How to Store

Unless you’re one of those enthusiastic fishermen who only got their boats for weekly fishing trips at ungodly hours in the morning, you’d probably agree with me that nothing makes a day out on the boat like a good barbecue and a few cold ones. I’ve already written about the best grills you can get […]

How To Tow a Pontoon Boat Safely

Although most pontoon owners probably live fairly close to a river, lake, or bay where they can take the boat out easily, some of us aren’t that lucky and might have to tow their pontoon boat several hundred miles down the highway to that perfect sailing spot. Some people prefer keeping their boats in the […]

Pontoon Flooring 101: Carpet vs Vinyl

We are finally here to tackle the age-old question of carpet versus vinyl when it comes to pontoon flooring. If you’ve been in the pontoon/boating community for at least 3 years, you might have witnessed the ‘ascend’ as a boat flooring material. Most of the boats made before 2010 have default marine carpet for flooring, […]

Should I Buy A Used Pontoon Boat?

A pontoon is no small investment – and if you decided that you really want one, it’s crucial to choose a boat that will last you a long time, and one who has all the features you’re looking for in a boat. However, few people can splurge twenty grand on a brand new pontoon straight from […]

How To Sell Your Pontoon in 4 Simple Steps

Whether you’re looking to upgrade to a better pontoon, a tritoon, or have decided that boating is just not the lifestyle for you (hard to believe, but that does happen), you might be thinking of selling your ‘toon. And, much like selling anything bigger than a bike, selling a boat is no easy job. In […]

4 Steps to Choosing the Perfect Pontoon Boat

Still on the look for the perfect pontoon boat? Then this article is here to help. We know how hard it can be to decide on a boat – especially if it’s your first boat, and if you want to be 100% sure you made the right decision the moment you put your money down. […]

Pontoons vs. Tritoons – Which is Better?

Every pontoon owner out there has probably wondered about the possibility of upgrading to a tritoon sometime in the future. And there’s nothing wrong with that – except the fact that tritoons cost at least twice as much as their two-tube counterparts. Granted, they are worth every penny, as they top pontoons in both horsepower and stability. […]

Can Pontoons be used in the Ocean?

If you live anywhere near a coastal area, you’ve definitely wondered if you can take your pontoon boat for a cruise out in the ocean. And the short answer is yes, you can take the average pontoon out in the open – but probably not more than a couple miles from the shore. You might […]

Are Pontoons Safe in Rough Waters?

Whether you’re still thinking of buying a pontoon or you already have one chilling in the local marina, you might be wondering whether your boat is safe to use in rough waters. Rough waters can be everything from still waters during a storm, or even the open sea during a sunny but rather windy day. […]

Towable Tube Safety 101: All You Need To Know

Riding an inflatable towable tube is one of the most exciting and thrilling activities you can engage in when you’re out on the lake on your ‘toon. However, your family or guests’ safety is paramount – and you must make sure that each and every person about to ride behind your boat is equipped with […]

3 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Grill for Your Pontoon

Going out on the lake on a sunny summer afternoon sounds like the textbook definition for a perfect day. So does spending the day in your backyard and flipping burgers for your friends and family. But what if you were to combine the too and throw a little BBQ party right there on your deck? […]

4 Safety Measures for When You Have Kids on Board

Kids on your pontoon are always a challenge. While it can be fun for both you and the little ones, it’s a ton of stress for the adults on board – especially when it comes to making sure the kids are safe. We’ve already covered the best ways to keep your children entertained during those […]

5 Ways to Cure Seasickness When Sailing

Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a beginner, and whether it is you who is struggling with seasickness when out on your ‘toon, you have to know how to deal with it. There are a few things you can do before you step on the boat to prevent seasickness, and a few remedies for when […]

3 Reasons Why You Need a Pontoon Changing Room

After you’ve put down the big bucks to furnish your ‘toon, bought all the fishing equipment you’ve always wished for, and even got a big towable tube for the kids, you might think it’s finally time to relax and set sail. However, there’s one more thing you might want consider getting before throwing your first […]

How to Make Pontooning Fun for Kids

We all know how little kids are easily entertained, but we also know how they easily get bored of everything you do and start messing around with the first object they see, jump on the couch, and generally act like the kids they are. This may be fine when they’re at home, but certain things […]

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