by Zisser Marine | Aug 28, 2026 | How To
Windlass Not Working: Troubleshooting Guide You go to drop the anchor and nothing happens. The windlass just sits there. Or it starts pulling up the chain, then quits halfway, leaving you standing on the bow wondering what to do next. We get calls like this often at...
by Zisser Marine | Aug 24, 2026 | How To
VHF Radio Check: How to Test Your Boat’s Radio A VHF radio is only as good as its last successful transmission. Plenty of boat owners flip the switch, see the display light up, and assume everything’s fine. They never actually test it. Then something goes...
by Zisser Marine | Jul 13, 2026 | How To
It always seems to happen at the worst time. You are two hours out of the marina on a July afternoon, the sun is hammering the deck, and the AC that was working fine last weekend is now blowing warm air. A quick look below confirms your fear; something is wrong, and...
by Zisser Marine | Jun 25, 2026 | How To, Tips
Lithium vs AGM Marine Batteries: Which Is Right for Your Boat? If your battery bank no longer lasts through the night, your electronics are cutting out under load, or you are planning longer trips away from shore power, you have probably started looking at battery...
by Zisser Marine | Jun 25, 2026 | Reviews, Tips
Best Dock-and-Dine Restaurants in San Diego San Diego and boating go hand in hand. With year-round sunshine, scenic waterfront neighborhoods, and one of the most beautiful natural harbors on the West Coast, it’s no surprise that local boaters and visiting...
