In boat terminology 101, the transom is the part where the sides of the hull join. It’s part of the stern—the rear end of the boat—and includes the vertical area. The area is ideal for mounting an ...

Preparing a trailer boat for on-road safety while towing to and from a launch ramp calls for securing the transom eyes to the trailer with a pair of properly rated transom ­tie-down straps, in ...

Boating is appealing to many people because of its association with leisure. But there’s a lot to know about boat design, function, and terminology when you begin shopping for your vessel. Starting ...

This is the first of a seven-part story on Boating editors’ favorite boat trailer accessories. We chose them because they add convenience in trailering, security in traveling with the boat and these ...

Even though the damage to the stern of the boat looked pretty nasty after the accident, it actually wasn't that costly to repair, Captain Glenn revealed during the reunion. "The people who painted the ...