Jerry Brookes, Author at Pontoon Helper

Jerry Brookes

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Hi I'm Jerry, founder of PontoonHelper.com. I've been pontooning for over 30 years believe it or not and have learned a thing or two about pontoons. As my passion project Pontoon Helper is aimed at educating any reader on all the different things you need to know before pontooning. I consider myself somewhat of an expert in this industry as it has become my life since retirement. Feel free to submit a comment or question on the website and I'll try to get back to you.

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 […]

Top Fishing Rod Holders for Pontoons

There’s nothing fishy about fishing from a pontoon boat. In fact, as the most versatile boat there is, the pontoon boat is also one of the best choices you can make when your fishing trip is at stake. There’s really nothing better than a nice, stable platform with inviting, comfortable seats which will definitely not […]

Buyer’s Guide to Fish Finders for Pontoons

You can spend days looking for fish finders online and still not find useful enough, practical information to actually make a sound decision and buy one. It’s probably because people who buy one are too busy spending their days on a lake, mapping the depths and the fish schools, to waste their time writing a […]

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 […]

Humminbird 410210-1 HELIX 5 CHIRP GPS G2 Fish Finder Review

One of the main reasons why people purchase pontoon boats is that they want to enjoy a relaxing fishing session. If you’re part of that category, then you know for sure how annoying is to not find the fish anywhere in a big lake. As such, a fish finder is the next sensible investment, in […]

Best Upgrades for a Pontoon Owner

You’ve finally worked enough, won the lottery, inherited some cash from your rich aunt you never knew existed, or you otherwise managed to get your hands on some $30,000 or so. You’re now ready to buy the pontoon boat of your dreams! But wait… the Tuscany leather seats are an extra $2,000. The gold-plated sound […]

Our Review of the G3 SunCatcher Pontoon

We understand that you’re on this website for two possible reasons: you’re already the owner of a pontoon boat, and you’re looking for a couple of nice and fun ideas on what to do with it, or you’re planning to buy a boat. In this latter case, we’d like to present you with our top […]

Is It Possible to Ski Behind Your Pontoon?

The short answer is… yes. Pontoon boats are extremely versatile and water skiing is one of the things they do pretty well. The long answer is still yes, but a couple of amendments need to be made in order to ensure optimal entertainment. In other words, you can have water riding fun with pretty much […]

Essential Guide to Docking your Pontoon

Bringing your pontoon boat to the dock and getting it back up on the trailer can be pretty tricky, especially for a beginner. There’s nothing to be ashamed about, as it takes a bit to get the skill necessary to perform this operation without getting any dents in your pontoons. What’s more, there are certain […]

Pontoon Boat Insurance Figures

If you plan on getting a pontoon boat anytime soon, you’ll have to take a couple of costs into consideration; first, there’s the boat cost itself, the upgrade you might need, and, of course, the insurance. Insurance is a thing we usually don’t give too much though when we are young. You’d think a boat […]

Best Towable Tubes for Children

There’s nothing quite as entertaining for children as holding on with all their tiny might to a floating hot-dog and being dragged around on a lake until they can’t hold on and fall into the cold water. There’s also nothing quite as entertaining for you as the helpless screams of your annoying teenage kids when […]

How to Install a Downrigger on Pontoon

Fishing is one of the main activities pontoon enthusiasts get to indulge into. Whether it’s trout, bass or kokanee salmon, these fish are known to be quite intelligent – it might also be due to many pontoon boaters going for them in the last couple of years. That’s why you need to be prepared for […]

The How to Increase Pontoon Boat Speeds

Pontoon boats are not designed for high speed – they’re made for relaxing cruising down the lake or river, a slow and satisfying fishing session or a nice towing tube ride. For the last one, you might need quite a bit of acceleration going on. It might be hard to find some boosting devices that […]

Airhead Hot Dog Towable Tube Review

Who doesn’t love a good towable tube? You’ll see them everywhere around the country – they fit any waters just perfectly, be it a river, a lake, a bay or even a calm sea beach. They’re a hit with all ages – kids love the feeling of adventure it offers, teens and youngsters enjoy that […]

Average Speeds for Pontoon Boats

The faster, the better, right? Well, not exactly. Just like any other vehicle, pontoon boats have speed limitations for very good reasons – both due to safety hazards and actual physical limitations. Pontoons are not speedboats and they’re not made to reach high speeds anyway, but there are a couple of moments when you need […]

Shaft Length for Pontoon Trolling Motors

Most of us like cruising amidst our familiar waters on a pleasant day. An enjoyable experience is determined not only by the horsepower of the motor, but also a correct adjustment of your trolling shaft length. The shaft length is truly a decisive aspect of fishermen’s ship. Selecting the right length may depend on your […]

Horsepower Outputs for Various Pontoons

An efficient horsepower is an essential characteristic for a pontoon boat. It should be carefully chosen, as these types of boats may be very sensitive to higher powers. This could even become dangerous if not properly planned out- and we don’t want anything ruining your pontoon experience. The motor is the heart of the boat, […]

Gift Ideas for Pontoon Enthusiasts

Some of the gifts for pontoon lovers listed below could be great for most boat enthusiasts because they fall pretty much in the same category. Nevertheless, many of these gifts refer particularly to pontoon fans, and in some cases could even be the perfect choice for whole families who are passionate about pontoon activities. A […]

Average Pontoon Boat Costs + Upgrades

Buying a brand new pontoon boat should be very exciting, but it might also be quite the challenge – especially if you’re a total newbie to this hobby. How about the prices? They depend on various criteria, which you might want to sit down and list your needs out before going out searching for the […]

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