Taking delivery of a new boat is exciting for any boater or angler. This is certainly the case for Garrett Paquette, a professional angler who just closed out his 2021 season competing within the Bassmaster Elite Series.

Tonia Becker, the host of PartsVu Xchange Talks boating, takes you behind the scenes with Garrett as he prepares to take delivery of his new boat. He walks us through his new configuration and points out some of the new technologies he'll have onboard.

We discussed:

• Why Garrett really likes the Bass Cat Cougar FTD
• The performance of his Mercury 250 Pro XS
• His new Humminbird electronics configurations
• Tricks for wiring boat electronics for better performance and more dependability
• His Minn Kota trolling motor and shallow water anchoring system set up

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Jeff Perez is an avid kayak angler in South Florida and is the man behind Project Reel. Project Reel is a YouTube channel dedicated to fishing, gear reviews, and how-tos.

Tonia Becker, the host of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating, talks with Jeff about the ins and outs of fishing Florida waters in his kayak, including his love of accessing remote waters that would be impossible to reach in a powerboat.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The types of waterways Jeff commonly fishes
• Rigging his kayak
• Differences between powerboat and kayak fishing
• The mission behind Project Reel

Follow Jeff and Project Reel on:

YouTube
Instagram - @project.reel
Facebook

Jeff is a proud member of the Hook'd Fishing Gear Pro Staff.

PartsVu is here to support all of your boating needs. Customers particularly like our Yamaha outboard service kits, Mercury outboard service kits, and Mercruiser service kits.   

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Shannon Dutruch is a bow angler from Husser Louisiana. PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating host, Tonia Becker, talks with Shannon about how she got started bow fishing (hint: she placed second in the state of Louisiana within a recurve bow archery competition). Shannon also discusses what she loves about the sport and advice to those interested in giving it a try.

Interestingly, bow fishing is one of the fastest-growing outdoor sports. It makes sense why people would like it because it is a fascinating marriage of bowhunting and being out on the water fishing. 

In this episode, we discuss:

• How Shannon got started bow fishing
• Pretty funny techniques she uses to practice at home
• The all-important gear
• Advice for those interested in getting started 

 Finally, PartsVu is here to support all of your boating needs. If you are looking to upgrade your boat’s electronics, PartsVu offers a wide selection of electronics from leading brands like Humminbird, Raymarine, Simrad, Icom, Standard Horizon, and more. 

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Hi, this is Tonia Becker, the host for PartsVu Xchange Boating - a weekly podcast where we talk with fascinating people across the marine world.

This podcast is for you if you love boating, fishing, and being out on the water. My guests have recently included a surf shark fishing guide, marine electronics experts, insights from a Bassmaster Elite Series angler, marine safety experts, and representatives from leading boat manufacturers.

So follow along by subscribing here on Facebook, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, Tune In, and Sticher.

To whet your appetite a little, here's an episode featuring Captain Mike Roy where he discusses catching big fish on light tackle on the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound.

Enjoy, and don't forget to subscribe!

Fishing from the shore on the Bolivar Peninsula, how hard can it be? All you need is a fishing rod and a few minnows, right? Wrong.

As it turns out, surf fishing for big game fish like shark, redfish (or bull reds), black drum, stingray, Spanish mackerel is a bit more complicated.

Cody Davis, owner and a guide with Green Tide Surf Fishing, based in Crystal Beach, Texas shares a bit about the ins and outs, as well as the excitement, of surf fishing.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The craft of surf fishing and technology advancements that have changed the short
• Skills needed
• Seasonality in the Bolivar Peninsula
• Bait strategy
• Recent record-setting shark catches
• Project Keep. Release.

Interested in exploring surf fishing in the gulf, learn more about Green Tide Surf Fishing.

Green Tide Surf Fishing website
Follow on Instagram @greentidesf
Facebook

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In this episode of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating, we are joined by Captain Frank Lecardo, the Owner and an instructor at the Naples School of Boating.

We talked about the ins and outs of  EPIRBs, related emergency communications technologies like PLBs and AIS technology. Most importantly, some thoughts on how to select what is right for your needs.

In this episode, we discussed:

• What an EPRIB is, generally how it works
• What are the differences between an EPIRB and PLB?
• How does AIS fit into the marine safety communications mix?
• Selecting technology for your needs. 

PartsVu is here to support all of your boating needs. Customers particularly like our Yamaha outboard service kits, Mercury outboard service kits, and Mercruiser service kits.   

Also, check out our comprehensive offering of marine electronics.

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In Southwest Florida and looking for on-the-water training?? Check out the Naples School of Boating.

Want more information about the technical details and history of the system/network EPIRBs and PLB operate on? Visit these websites - really interesting.

https://www.sarsat.noaa.gov/
https://www.cospas-sarsat.int/en/

In this episode of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating, we talk with Justin Bourque and Matthew Bongi of Seachoice.

We dedicated the episode to boating safety products. Specifically, we discuss an overview of what different boaters should have aboard their vessels based on the types of boating they are doing and, in other cases, the types of boats they have. 

We chatted about safety products in general but focused on personal flotation devices (PFDs) because boaters often have many questions.

We discussed:

• An overview of required and recommended safety items for near-shore and offshore boating
• Breakdown of PFD classifications
• Considerations for child PFDs
• Inflatable PFD applications and US Coast Guard considerations
• PFDs meeting both US and Canadian requirements

PartsVu and Seachoice worked together to create a special offer for listeners of this podcast episode. Use coupon code PVTALKSSEACHOICE for free shipping on any PartsVu order containing a Seachoice product. Shop PartsVu's more than 3,700 Seachoice products  by clicking here

In this episode of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating talks with Phil Maiorano, the founder of Hook’d Fishing Gear.

Phil is an avid angler and launched Hook’d Fishing Gear to provide stylish sun protective clothing to his fellow anglers. 

In this episode, we discuss:

• Fishing in the northeast
• Difference between sunblock and sun-protective clothing
• Why anglers need both sunblock and sun-protective clothing

PartsVu is proud to carry Hook'd Gear products. To learn more about the company and the full product line, visit https://hookdgear.com/

Finally, PartsVu is here to support all of your boating needs. Customers particularly like our Yamaha outboard service kits, Mercury outboard service kits, and Mercruiser service kits.   

Use coupon code PVTALKSBOATING for free shipping for your next www.partsvu.com order.

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In this episode of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating, host Tonia Becker talks with Captain Mike Roy.

Captain Mike Roy is the founder and operator of Reel Cast Charters, a fishing charter based out of Connecticut. Reel Cast Charters specializes in fishing for striper on the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound—a lot of big fish on light tackle.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Northeast fall fishing tips  
• Fishing seasons in Connecticut and the New England region as a whole
• Boats and Suzuki  outboard engines Reel Cast Charters operate
• Some of the most rewarding aspects of growing his charter business

Interest in fishing for striped bass on the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound? Big fish, light tackle, great captains - reach out to Reel Cast Charters to reserve your outing. Click here to visit their website.

Finally, PartsVu is here to support all of your boating needs. Customers particularly like our Yamaha outboard service kits, Mercury outboard service kits, and Mercruiser service kits.   

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If you are thinking about buying a boat, this will come as no shock, but boats are expensive. For most people, the decision shouldn't be taken lightly.

PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating host, Tonia Becker, sat down Chris Judd, a senior salesperson at Naples Boat Mart in Naples, Florida. Chris has been in the marine industry for more than 29 years, so he was a perfect person to talk about longstanding considerations and some recent changes to boat buying due to supply chain challenges.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How the pandemic and resulting supply chain challenges have changed boat buying in the short term 
• Thinking through the commitment of boat ownership and the best boat for a buyer's use
• Familiarizing yourself with the boat you buy

Finally, PartsVu is here to support all of your boating needs. If you are looking to upgrade your boat’s electronics, PartsVu offers a wide selection of electronics from leading brands like Garmin, Humminbird, Raymarine, Simrad, Icom, Standard Horizon, and more. 

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A special thanks to Chris Judd and Naples Boat Mart. If you are in Southwest Florida and are in the market for a new or used boat, or need a marine service partner, consider Naples Boat Mart. You can find them on the web at www.naplesboatmart.com

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