Are you a sailing enthusiast looking at affordable options? But there are many parameters and options: available time, experience, areas you're planning to sail in, preferred...
You have made the choice to become a boat owner soon. Congratulations! But among the many possibilities, do you know which boat to choose? In this article, the Band of Boats team...
Are you looking for a fast yet comfortable boat for exciting getaways? Can't choose between sailing boats, yachts and catamarans? Find out why a catamaran could be the ideal boat...
What type of sailing boat you should choose for the voyages of your dreams: Here is our advice to guide you on choosing the vessel best suited to your plans and your budget.
Boats ads work very well online and mean you don't have to wait for an annual event to go right ahead and purchase your boat. But the end of summer is approaching, heralding the...
A pleasure boat is like a hole in the water into which you throw banknotes… This old quayside joke is a little over-the-top and not to be taken too seriously! Nevertheless, the...
If there’s one debate that really gets people talking on boat forums, then it’s which material inflatables should be made from! However, it’s not just about only materials,...
Sailing throughout the year on your own boat is a wonderful idea, but how do you go about choosing a boat? Selecting your future boat firstly requires a consideration phase. The...
With the average time to get a berth in France currently around five years, what’s it like to buy or rent one elsewhere? Great Britain has extensive waterways with plenty of...
Cash purchase? Traditional credit? Rent-to-own (RTO)? Band of Boats will explain your options, and then it’s up to you to decide!Summary 1 - Cash purchases 2 - Consumer credit 3...
Surprisingly enough, getting an insurance policy for your boat is not required in France. However, Band of Boats considers navigating without insurance to be like driving without...
Sea fishing is a quintessential activity for all sailors, and even more so on board a boat. Are you about to embark on a fishing trip? Let us introduce you to the different types...
Fed up of not having a berth at the port? Want to discover lots of locations across Europe? Trailers become useful tools to transport your boat. A trailer is indispensable for...
You like boating, and to you, boating means water sports! You really enjoy waterskiing, wakeboarding or tubing with your friends! But you need to choose the right boat for those...
At first glance, the trawler might seem intimidating, but don’t be deceived: behind its robust appearance lies a boat with many advantages. Band of Boats examines the good...
The rudder is the submerged part of the helm assembly, which deflects the water flow under the hull of the boat. The pivoting of the rudder steers the boat. For an effective...
The propeller is an important component that should be chosen carefully. The propeller design differs according to your navigation and your boat model. Band of Boats takes a...
Your boat is your companion when you head out to sea, but your best friend for discovering magical places is the dinghy! A dinghy is a must-have when you're sailing. You may not...
Many different boats come under the heading ‘Dutch Barge’. But what are their characteristics? How do you identify them? Band of Boats invites you to discover these atypical...
There are many pieces of equipment that are not mandatory but whose ability to improve your sailing experience make them valuable. This applies to the bow thruster. With the bow...
Choosing the hull material of your boat is an important decision. Before picking aluminium or polyester, you need to consider the pros and cons of each material.Summary 1 - The...