In this article, I’ll cover what happens if your bow gets wet, how to protect it from the rain, and how to inspect and maintain your bow after using it in rainy conditions. Whether you’re doing some target practice or bowhunting big game, it’s unlikely that some rainfall is going to hold you back.

Jun 15, 2018 · We did a lot of Intracoastal boating in the little 18' bow rider I had, really not much better than a ski boat in terms of taking water over the front with rollers that big. Its common to pass large boats 35-45' going 20-25 mph in a pretty narrow channel.

Sep 18, 2012 · Ok I have 19' cuddy and I have just found out there is water in the closed compartment of the bow. I inspected the bottom of the outside hull and there are a couple of soft spots in the fiberglass where I believe the water came in through.

Feb 24, 2012 · I noticed that water is getting trapped in the bow of my 2001 BR196. My anchor locker drains into the bilge. It builds up on both sides of the bow, but does not drain out of the left side.

Sep 7, 2020 · Have you ruled out rain water coming through the anchor rope locker. If it drains into the bilge instead of overboard, that is a possible source. There are several possibilities though ranging from a water system leak, through hull fitting, discharge hose, air conditioner condensate, etc. etc.

Jul 20, 2009 · Considering you took water over the bow you should expect some water down there. The drive shaft allows some water in as a way to cool the shaft so you can expect some from that. Also, people getting in and out of the boat will bring some water in as well.

Jan 23, 2004 · My 21" WAC has about an inch of water in the bow. The auto bilge in the bow will take it down to this level because of the height of the platform it sits...

Jan 12, 2024 · Studying how to stuff your bow into a wave is a great way to avoid such a catastrophe. When a strong outgoing tide meets a stiff onshore sea breeze, some inlets can grow treacherous for recreational boats heading in and out of channels.

Sep 30, 2012 · Running safely in rough water water requires a balance between a number of adjustments: Slow down but remain on plane. Running with your bow up will give you a dryer ride but a rougher ride (Do not bring your bow up so high as to reduce your visability).

Nov 9, 2020 · 1. Improve ventilation. The sealed bow and under-kitchen compartment don't allow enough (any really) airflow to prevent condensation when that hull surface gets cold. You can add a permanent fan down there, put a temporary fan down there, or route an air duct down there. These will all help.