Posts by Richard Metz

If you want your craft’s VHF radio system to work correctly, have a great range and last, it’s important to have a high-quality VHF antenna. The last thing you want is to be stranded on open water with a VHF system that isn’t working properly. You can have the absolute best marine radio, but it…

When shopping for your boat’s new VHF antenna, do you know what to look for? There are different heights, multiple colors, fancy names, and differing circumferences. However, they are basically the same when you tear them apart. That doesn’t mean you should purchase the first antenna you come across because the antennae do transmit differently…

When it comes to communication on your boat, your VHF antenna is critical to the VHF installation. You are more likely to have high-quality communication between yourself, shore stations, and other boaters when you have the correct antenna. A VHF attend provides a radiator for the transmitter and radiates energy in the right direction. For…

Modern boats include a great deal of electronics. Much of this centers around the communications equipment, including radios, emergency EPIRBs and radar systems. Any boat meant for regular ocean use should have at least a VHF radio and a matching marine antenna. Larger boats will have significantly more requirements, of course. What Are You Required…

When out on the water, even mariners with lots of familiarity with the local area should use tools to ensure the safety of their vessels. Tides, storms, and the natural daily movement of the water can create drastic changes in depth that could threaten a vessel if a mariner is unaware of the change.  Thankfully,…

Sailing is a great pastime that offers fun and adventure for the whole family. Having reliable communication on your sailboat greatly enhances the overall experience and provides additional safety for those on board. There are several communication devices to choose from, and with the right marine antenna, you can connect your boat with those on…

A long-distance journey by boat can be an amazing adventure, but it can also quickly turn into a disaster if you’re not prepared. If you’re planning a lengthy trip by yacht or ship, you need to take safety seriously and have your vessel equipped with supplies like a marine antenna and a lifeboat. Here are…

Although boats often move much more slowly than cars or trains, there are still many dangers involved in traveling by sea. These hazards are made even more serious given that mariners are often miles away from land, making immediate assistance almost impossible. Marine radio antennas, however, make the seas much safer in a few key…

Different boats require distinct types of marine radio antennas. The comfort, safety and performance of your craft are all dependent, in part, on these onboard electronics. Here are the four categories of antennas available to seafaring individuals. 1. Power Obviously, maintaining your boat’s source of movement is priority number one. If your system becomes overworked…

Although it might seem like seafarers are off the grid, there are actually many ways people can communicate while at sea. One method, radio, is a necessity for every nearly every craft, with the exception of some boats shorter than 65.5 feet. If you expect to spend some time at sea, be prepared with a…