Buying Guide

Industry Terms

  • Gunwale

    The upper edge of the boat.

  • Beam

    Measurement of the widest part of the boat. Measured from the top of one gunwale to the other.

  • Length

    Measured from the tip of the bow across the top of the boat to the end of the transom.

  • Max Horsepower

    This is the maximum horsepower that the boat has been rated for by the Canadian and the U.S. Coast Guard.

  • Footprint

    Boat's width at the waterline. FYI, a boat may have a wide beam but a very narrow footprint!

  • Transom

    This is the back end of the boat where the motor is mounted.

  • Hull

    The hull is the structural framework of the boat. This will help determine the longevity and safety of your boat.