Boating should be a fun and stress-free experience, and at Colorado Boat Center, we’re dedicated to helping our customers feel confident at the helm. That’s why we’re inviting you to join us at Boyd Lake State Park on Monday, May 19, 2025, for our exclusive Women Making Waves & Men Know Boating classes. Whether you’re a first-time boater or looking […]
Colorado Boat Center is excited to announce the fourth annual Barletta Owners Regatta, scheduled for July 29th at Horsetooth Reservoir in Fort Collins. This event for owners of Barletta Pontoons has become one of our favorite summer events. As in past years, we’ll begin with a Barletta boat parade around the reservoir, followed by a […]
Boat operators are required to ensure their vessel is equipped with the proper navigation lights when away from the dock between sunset and sunrise, and during periods of reduced visibility due to fog or rain. Navigation light requirements differ according to the type and size of boat. These are navigation light configurations and requirements for […]
Be aware of the small-vessel regulations pertaining to engine power and load capacity. Federal law mandates that boats of less than 20 feet in length must have a capacity plate in the steering or helm area. As a boat owner or operator, you should know the recommended gross load capacity that can be safely carried […]
OUTBOARDOutboard engines are mounted on the transom of the boat. The steering of outboards can be controlled by a hand tiller or a steering wheel, which moves the entire engine when steering is adjusted. In the past, outboards were typically two-stroke engines, but manufacturers have since switched to four-stroke engines. Two-stroke engines require oil to […]
Here are some additional terms that boaters should be familiar with before operating a boat: AFT – near or at the stern of the boat.BEAM – the width of a boat, also the direction at right angles to the centerline of a vessel.BILGE – the lowest point of a boat’s interior hull.DRAFT – the vertical […]
Specific terms are used to describe the various parts of a boat. Each end and side of the boat, its length and width, and its accessories have specific terms. Every boater should be familiar with the following terms before operating a boat.
Check out our website: http://www.learnwake.com/?ref=youtube In this video we breakdown and analyze a heelside front flip video clip. We show the basic principles of the trick with the clip showing the proper techniques for approach, take-off, and more.
Public Service Announcement to prevent destructive the spread of zebra and quagga mussels, as well as other dangerous aquatic species, to Lake Tahoe. Devastating species of mussels have crossed the Rocky Mountains traveling on boats and trailers. Their destructive spread threatens boats and Lake Tahoe’s pristine waters. Expect mandatory boat inspections at all public boat […]
Our Frequent Flyer program is our Customer Rewards Program.
Every time you make a purchase at our dealership you will instantly receive Loyalty Rewards Points which can be used to purchase store Gift Certificates!Our Loyalty Rewards program is completely automated and does not require you to carry a Loyalty Card or fill-out any application forms. Once you make a purchase at our dealership, you will instantly receive an e-mail informing you of all the points you earned and how to redeem those points for a store Gift Certificate.
