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 ...

If you’re going to mount the trolling motor to the bow, take that into consideration when building the deck. Michael R. Shea The carp spawn is almost here. And we all have more time on our hands now.

One of the prerequisites of a good day of fishing is positioning yourself where the fish are biting. But once a boat’s motor is turned off, fine-tuning position is next to impossible. Enter the ...

If you want to make the time aboard your boat more enjoyable and catch more fish while you’re at it, a trolling motor is well worth the investment. It takes the work out of maneuvering a boat, lets ...