Author: Derek Sands

Derek provides essential guidance on saltwater maintenance, focusing on sacrificial anodes, corrosion prevention, and the durability of marine-grade aluminum.

Mercury Verado Optimization

Why Your Outboard Overheats at Idle | Water Pump and Cooling System Diagnosis
ByDerek Sands August 11, 2026May 25, 2026

If your outboard overheats at idle, it could be a bad water pump impeller or a cooling system blockage. Here is how to diagnose and fix it.

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Waveglider Triple Tube Performance

Why Your Avalon Pontoon Won’t Plane Properly | Common Causes and Easy Fixes
ByDerek Sands August 4, 2026May 25, 2026

Struggling to get on plane? Discover the common reasons why your Avalon pontoon won’t plane properly and how to fix them.

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Propeller Selection & Pitch

Best Propeller Upgrades for Avalon Pontoon Boats | Better Hole Shot, Speed & Fuel Economy
ByDerek Sands July 28, 2026May 25, 2026

Improve boat performance with the best propeller upgrades for Avalon pontoon boats. Find the right pitch and diameter for your motor.

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Pontoon Cleaning & Detailing

Avalon Pontoon Cleaning Schedule | Daily, Weekly & Seasonal Maintenance Explained
ByDerek Sands July 21, 2026May 25, 2026

Keep your boat looking brand new with our structured Avalon pontoon cleaning schedule, covering daily, weekly, and seasonal upkeep.

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Garmin Tech & Fusion Audio

Battery Management Systems: Dual-Bank Setup for High-Output Audio Gear | Never Miss a Beat While Anchored
ByDerek Sands April 23, 2026March 18, 2026

Never miss a beat while anchored. Discover how to wire a dual-battery system that keeps your music playing without risking a dead starting battery.

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Service, Winterization & Storage

Avalon Boat Trailer Essentials | Transport Your Pontoon Safely and With Confidence
ByDerek Sands April 17, 2026April 1, 2026

Master the road with our Avalon boat trailer guide. Everything you need to know about secure transport and trailer maintenance.

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Fusion DSP Tuning

Fusion DSP Tuning: Customizing Frequency Response for Open-Water Acoustics
ByDerek Sands April 16, 2026March 18, 2026

Standard audio settings don’t work at 40 MPH. Learn how to use Digital Signal Processing to cut through wind noise and deliver studio-quality sound.

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Acid Washing & Polishing | Pontoon Cleaning & Detailing | Winterization & Seasonal Prep

Avalon Boat Maintenance Guide | Protect Your Investment and Keep Your Pontoon Looking Like New
ByDerek Sands April 13, 2026April 1, 2026

Protect your investment with regular maintenance. From tube polishing to winterization, here is how to keep your Avalon looking like new.

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Avalon Hub | Saltwater Series & Protection

Avalon Boat Safety Checklist | Essential Gear and Precautions for Every Trip
ByDerek Sands April 9, 2026April 1, 2026

Don’t leave the dock without checking this list. We cover the mandatory and recommended safety gear for every Avalon pontoon owner.

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Pontoon Engineering & Hulls

Nose Cone Design: Reducing Drag and Spray in Heavy Chop
ByDerek Sands April 9, 2026March 18, 2026

The front of your boat does the most work. Understand how nose cone geometry determines how your pontoon handles rough water and spray.

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