Boat Rental Tips

If you’re brand-new to the world of boating, it can be helpful to rent a boat instead of going shopping for one first. Boat rental allows you to get a feel for the boating life and to try out a variety of boats so you can see which vessels might be the best for your particular wants and needs. Here’s what to know about renting a boat.

Rental Benefits

As noted above, boat rental can be very beneficial in the buying process. You’ll be able to try a pontoon, a center console, a deck boat, or a ski boat, and if you don’t like it, you’re returning it at the end of the day.

Renting is also more affordable than buying a boat, since you also don’t have to worry about maintenance costs or storage fees. Nor do you have to transport the boat anywhere; it’s already going to be waiting at the marina for you, ready to go in the water!

Considerations

When you’re thinking about renting a boat, you should count up your passengers and think about everything you want to bring along with you for the day. This will help you to get a boat of adequate size so that everyone is comfortable and you’re not overburdening a very small craft. Consider what types of comforts you might want; if you’re renting a boat in cold weather, an enclosed cabin might be a good idea.

Safety Precautions

You should be legally permitted in your state to operate a boat and you should probably look into obtaining a boating safety certificate if you’re intending to pilot a boat on a regular basis. Use provided safety equipment, such as life jackets and the throwable life ring. Also, never operate your boat while you’re under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs.

Contact German Brothers Marina today to schedule your boat rental so you can go adventuring on the water. Looking to buy a boat instead? Stop by our dealership location in Canandaigua, NY, to check out our selection of new and used boats for sale. German Brothers Marina serves our New York customers in the cities of Rochester and Syracuse.