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Defender Resource Center
Your source for practical how-to guides, tips and tricks, checklists, and more.
We will continue to update this page with information to help you enjoy your time out on the water.
Minimum Equipment Requirements Quick Guide
Make sure your safety equipment is complete and up to date to comply with US Coast Guard Requirements!
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Safety Guide & Resources
Learn how to stay safe on the water with these helpful tips, suggestions, and links
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PFD Classifications
Learn about the New vs. Old Classification Systems to know which PFD is right for you
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Seasonal Hull Prep Checklist
Don't let your project get derailed by forgotten tools and materials
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Seasonal Hull Prep DIY Guide
Helpful tips and tricks to prepare your boat's hull for a seasonal coat of bottom paint
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Bottom Paint Explained
What is the best antifouling paint to use for the conditions you boat in?
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Battery Selection Guide
The Types of Batteries & their Different Applications
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Flooring Options
What type of flooring material is right for your boat?
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Headed to the Caribbean?
Download the Offshore Racing Checklist to be sure you have everything you need
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Storm Preparation
Be prepared with the gear and the know-how to protect your loved ones and your boat from storms and hurricanes
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More Than Just a Chartplotter - Fishing Edition
Integrated and network sonar modules turn your display into a fishing powerhouse.
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More Than Just a Chartplotter - Sailing Edition
Integrated network instruments and smart software enable you to turn your display into a sailing supercomputer!
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What is AIS & What are the different types?
How AIS is important and an explanation of the different types of AIS devices.
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Anchors & Holding Features
A quick guide to the different types of Anchors and their holding features.
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Why are Anodes Important & Which do I Need?
Information to help select the right Anode to keep your engine and electrical equipment safe from damage.
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What is CHIRP?
Information about CHIRP Technology & How it has greatly improved Sonar viewing
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Commissioning Equipment Checklist
A checklist for everything you should need to properly outfit your boat during Seasonal Commissioning
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Flag Etiquette
How to properly display Flags on your boat to Dress it up!
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Safety & Maintenance Tips
Tips of Safety equipment and other essentials to have on-board to make your day on the water as perfect as it can be!
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Mooring Tackle Primer
What is required to be sure your boat is securely moored?
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Determining Rope Strength
How is Tensile or Breaking Strength determined?
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Windlass Selection Guide
What are the important criteria to consider when choosing a Windlass?
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Marine Wire Color Coding
The Marine Wiring Color Code for DC Electrical Systems per the ABYC
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Marine Wiring Tips
Tips to keep your boat's electrical system fault-free for reliable and safe wiring
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Shrink Wrapping
How do I choose what size Shrink Wrap to buy? How many Vents will I need?
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