WATERSPORT DIRECT OFFERINGS
Watersport Direct offers a simple, safe and convenient way to shop for all your Marine and Boating equipment online.
We specialise in boating equipment. Place your orders online or call us direct, we will have the goods delivered to your door.
If you cannot find a product on our site please contact us and we will try to find it for you.
We also offer the following:
- ∙∙ Inland and coastal skipper training
- ∙∙ Annual vessel surveys for your boat certificate of fitness
- ∙∙ VHF radio operator courses (SRC)
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Propeller basics
Propeller: Basics By Kobus Kotze / Indian Ocean Skippers Training. Here are just a few basics. There are a variety of different propellers. There are propellers with two, three or four blades. There are also propellers that turn clockwise or anti-clockwise when moving forward. A propeller works by converting torque (a force that causes it to rotate) into thrust (forward movement). A turning propeller moves water downwards and behind the blades, in other words an action which produces a thrust of water from the...
Towing a boat trailer
A trailered boat opens up possibilities to explore and experience more dams, rivers, lakes and waterways and to get the most out of boating. When towing a boat the number one concern should always be your safety. Towing a trailered boat is not difficult. Follow these basics tips and use the trailer checklist before every trip.
The tow vehicle
Your vehicle should be serviced and in good order. Check the condition and the pressure of the vehicle tyres. Have the brakes and the handbrake inspected and...The 12 most common reasons for boating accidents and mishaps
By Kobus Kotze / Indian Ocean Skippers Training. Operator inattention: Boat operators have to be vigilant and constantly monitor their boat, the weather and lookout for dangerous conditions or objects. Conditions at sea can be unpredictable, therefor operators should lookout for early warning signs. Improper lookout: Conditions at sea can be unpredictable, therefor operators should lookout for early warning signs Inexperience and operator error: Operators must understand the basics of boating and rules of navigation. They must be prepared to handle emergency situations. Excessive...