Y Marina Boat Talk Blog
Explore our blog for valuable insights to guide your boat-buying journey before you make a commitment.
How Yamaha outboard sizes work, from horsepower to shaft length
Learn how Yamaha outboard sizes work, from shared engine blocks and fuel use to shaft length and jet versus prop...
What makes a boat safe for crossing the Coos Bay bar
Learn what makes a boat bar-capable on Coos Bay, how to run the Coast Guard's L/10 + F freeboard formula...
Used Boats for Sale in Coos Bay, Oregon: Mistakes to Avoid
Shopping for used boats for sale in Coos Bay, Oregon? Here are the inspection, paperwork, cost and financing mistakes to...
North River Seahawk vs Offshore: Choosing Within the Line
Which North River hull fits how you fish? A ranked guide to the Seahawk and the Offshore models for bay,...
Yamaha Outboard Problems: Signs You Need Service in Coos Bay
Hard starting, rough idle, lost power, a weak tell-tale stream, smoke or an alarm each point to a different cause....
What Drives Yamaha Outboard Repower Cost on the Oregon Coast
Yamaha outboard repower cost on the Oregon Coast depends on the engine, the rigging and the boat. See each cost...
Boat Winterization in Coos Bay: An Off-Season Checklist
A working checklist for boat winterization in Coos Bay: fuel, engine, water systems, battery and storage, with the jobs that...
Hewescraft vs North River for Coos Bay Anglers
How to choose between a Hewescraft and a North River welded aluminum boat package for the bay, the rivers and...
