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2025-07-11T06:31

To get the most enjoyment from a boat, it’s important to select a boat design that’s well-suited for how you’ll use your boat. Here’s a look at different boat designs and what they’re used for. Deck Boats Are for Hosting Parties Deck boats, as might be surmised from their name, have lots of room on their decks. They have many seats and plenty of storage (often beneath the seats), which makes them ideal for hosting on-water parties.READ MORE

2025-07-11T05:57

Boating in the winter offers a unique and exhilarating experience that many boat owners overlook. The serene beauty of snow-covered landscapes, the brisk, fresh air, and the opportunity to witness nature in its quietest form can transform your winter boating adventures into unforgettable moments. Whether you’re exploring calm, secluded waters or enjoying the thrill of winter fishing, boating in the colder months allows you to see your favorite waterways from a completely new perspective. Embrace the frigid temperatures and discover the unchartered joys of winter boating.READ MORE

2025-07-11

Boating safety became a national discussion after two Florida teens, Perry Cohen and Austin Stephanos, disappeared off the Jupiter Inlet in 2015. As of 2018, their families still wonder what really happened during the teens’ supervision-free sea session. Unfortunately, they may never know.READ MORE

2025-07-11

The Petzold Family recently had the pleasure of presenting Pat and Joe Gulino with an award for being our “Most Loyal Customers.” It all began in 1949 when Dr. Angelo Gulino took his 15 year old son Joe, to a boat show at Ocean Beach Park in New London. Dr. Gulino purchased his first boat, a 14’ Tomahawk Runabout complete with a 25 H.P. Evinrude motor and a Mastercraft Trailer for $1,500.00 from the founder of Petzold’s, Bill Petzold, Sr. and thus began Joe’s first customer experience with Petzold’s.READ MORE