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When it comes to owning and operating your own watercraft, there are certain things no sailor should be without. These include important items for sailing straight and maintaining comfort and security while you’re out on the water. Powerhouse Marine of La Crosse, WI, has all the boat accessories you need to stay safe and have fun on your boat.

Here are a few must-have boat accessories:

  • Leather Gloves: First, every captain needs a pair of leather gloves. Guiding a watercraft requires a significant amount of manual labor, including manning the wheel, dragging cargo on board, and dealing with the numerous lines and cables aboard a ship. 
  • GPS: Obviously, it is important to make sure the captain knows where the boat is headed. Accurate, informative GPS devices have replaced the old-fashioned compass, and Powerhouse Marine strongly recommends all their customers equip their boat with one. 
  • wisconsin-boat-accessoriesRadar System: In addition to a GPS, radar is one of the essential boat accessories for locating other ships on the water and objects that might be concealed beneath the waves. These aren't items that’ll show up on a GPS, and it is important to avoid collisions on the water. 
  • Radio: Every captain should have a way to communicate with people on land. In the event of an emergency, the boat will have to put out a distress call. It is important to have a working system to send out emergency signals.
  • A Bilge Pump: You never know when you’re going to need to pump out more water than expected, so always be prepared. Ask a pro how to choose the appropriate pump for your boat’s size.

With these boat accessories in hand, you will be ready to set sail in style and safety. When you’re ready to shop, call Powerhouse Marine in La Crosse at (608) 784-9580 or visit their website for more information. 

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