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3 Essential Boat Knots

Mark from MISSION covers three essential knots that all boaters should know. These three essential boat knots will help make a day on the water easy and comfortable.

There are hundreds of knot options for very specific purposes, but the Cleat Hitch Knot, the Clove Hitch Knot and the Bowline Knot are truly the best basic boating knots to get you through your day (and make you look like a pro!) on the water.

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How To Dispose of Your Floating Foam Water Mat
How-To Guides · Inflatable Mats · REEF ·
How To Dispose of Your Floating Foam Water Mat
Did you finally get tired of hauling a floppy foam burrito on the back of your boat and decide to upgrade to one of our REEF inflatable water mats? Good choice. Now the question is: how do you dispose of that funky floating burden?
17 Helpful Tips About Winterization For Your Inboard Boat
Boat Management · How-To Guides ·
17 Helpful Tips About the Winterization of Your Inboard Boat | Checklist
Unless you’re lucky enough to live in a climate that allows for year-round boating, or you’re just really hardcore, the boating season must eventually come to an end. When the time comes to start thinking about the dreaded day when our boats come out of the water and go onto the shelf for hibernation, here's a little checklist. It's OK. We'll get through it together!
Elements of a Wakesurf Board
How-To Guides · Wake Surfing ·
Elements of a Wakesurf Board | Understanding Wakesurfers
Surfboard design has ebbed and flowed along an evolving wave of styles, concepts, and applications – especially once surfers began taking their boards from the ocean to lakes and rivers. Understanding how a wakesurf board is designed and how the different elements combine to create a unique ride will help you choose the one that fits your surf style.
Launching and Loading Your Boat
Boat Management · How-To Guides ·
What Kind of Boat Trailer Do You Need? | Questions to Consider Before Buying a Boat Trailer
Whether you trailer your boat every weekend or just at the bookends of each season, your boat trailer is the only thing that can get you from point A to point B safely and reliably. So if you’re not an expert, there are some mission-critical features that you should be aware of.
What Kind of Wakesurf Board Should You Get?
how-to-guides · Wake Surfing ·
What Kind of Wakesurf Board Should You Get? | Consider These Things When Shopping
Choosing a wakesurf board is a tough decision, whether you're an experienced surfer or brand new to the sport. This blog will walk you through some of the basics wakesurf board elements, the difference between board styles, and how to pick the best one for your needs and surfing style.
How to be a good boat passenger
How-To Guides ·
How to Be a Good Boat Passenger | Boating Etiquette | Things to Know
Accepting an invitation for a day out on someone’s boat is easy, but it’s important to be aware of all the hard work the boat owner does just to get things ready. Learn what to bring and how you can help the next time you are invited out on the water.  
Different Types of Boat Anchors | Not All Boat Anchors Are Created Equal
Boat Management · Comparison ·
Different Types of Boat Anchors | Not All Boat Anchors Are Created Equal
The anchor you need will depend on your boat model and boating environment. Get to know some of the most common anchors for recreational boating and learn which one is right for you.
How To Weight Your Boat For Wakesurfing
How-To Guides · Wake Surfing ·
How To Weight Your Boat For Wakesurfing
Learning how to properly ballast your boat and set up your aftermarket wakeshaper will help you create a clean, surfable wake without having to drop $100,000+. All it takes is a little know-how and the right gear.
Inflatable Water Mats vs. Floating Foam Pads
Comparison · Inflatable Mats · REEF ·
Inflatable Water Mats vs. Floating Foam Pads

When it comes to floating water mats, the majority of them are made with flimsy, floppy foam that doesn’t hold its shape and takes on water the second you climb aboard – whether you like it or not. Our latest article explains the difference between our REEF Inflatable Mat and regular foam mats.

Which Wake Shaper Is Right For You?
Comparison · How-To Guides · Wake Surfing ·
Which Wake Shaper Is Right For You? | Understanding How Shapers Actually Work
Deciding which wake shaper is right for your aquatic shenanigans doesn’t have to be harder than trying to pick your next binge-athon on Netflix while your dinner gets cold. Let us help you understand the different options so you can choose what's best for you.
Dock Your Inboard Boat Like A Pro
Boat Management · How-To Guides ·
Tips for Driving Your Inboard Boat | Docking Like a Pro
Whether you’re snuggling up to your own dock after a long day on the water or pulling into a slip at a crowded marina for lunch, docking your boat is never as easy as it seems. Our latest blog post gives you the "how-to" on docking your inboard boat like a pro.
How To Prepare Your Boat For The New Season | Checklist
Boat Management · How-To Guides ·
How To Prepare Your Boat For The New Season | Checklist
Oh yes, friends – boat season is here! That means it’s time to get our boats out of hibernation and onto the water. But before we can do that, we need to make sure everything is shipshape and ready for you and your crew to enjoy. Check out our comprehensive checklist on how to prepare your boat for the new season.
How To Drive Your Inboard Boat For Wakesurfing
Boat Management · How-To Guides ·
How To Drive Your Inboard Boat For Wakesurfing
Driving a boat for wakesurfing is a big responsibility. You need to know the rules on your chosen body of water, you need to be on the lookout for other boaters and possible hazards, and you need to give your passengers a safe, smooth ride. Here are some tips from the MISSION Boat Gear team.
Wakesurfing A 70' Charter Yacht with the MISSION DELTA 2.0
Lake Life · Wake Surfing ·
Wakesurfing A 70' Charter Yacht with the MISSION DELTA 2.0
Here at MISSION we often receive the question "Will DELTA work on my length boat?" The answer is always yes, the principle of delaying wake conversion, in theory, should work on any length boat. To prove it we wake surfed behind a 70-foot yacht on Lake Minnetonka.
Creating The MISSION DELTA Wakesurf Shaper
Our Story ·
Creating The MISSION DELTA Wakesurf Shaper
Wondering where the MISSION DELTA wakesurf shaper originated? Kris and Mark, founders of MISSION Boat Gear, share their story.
DELTA product review by Wakeboarding Magazine
Reviews · Wake Surfing ·
DELTA Wake Shaper Product Review by Wakeboarding Magazine

The team over at Wakeboarding Mag took the time to put together a review of the DELTA Wake Shaper.

Thanks, guys!

DELTA Wakesurf Shaper Review :: Boarders Magazine
Reviews · Wake Surfing ·
DELTA Wakesurf Shaper Review :: Boarders Magazine
Huge shout-out to Tyler at Boarders Magazine for taking the time to put together a compressive review of our DELTA Wake shaper.