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Latest News Boating in Freezing Weather![]() Monday, October 17, 2022 The holiday season is fast approaching and, while most boaters in your neighborhood have winterized and stored their boat and engine until spring, you still have some late-season fishing and/or hunting on your to-do list. Several sections of the US offer outdoor activities late in the year – and all Mercury Marine outboards are rated to operate at temperatures as low as -15C/+5F. However, no matter how invigorating late-season boating can be, you'll need to ensure your outboard and boat are ready to withstand the cold. Before you set the alarm clock for early tomorrow morning, keep these facts and recommendations in mind.
REMEMBER: When the air temperature sinks below freezing, always keep the motor in its down position when it's not running.
Following these simple tips – and the advice offered in the owner's manual for your engine – will keep you boating longer now and in the coming spring. *Also, don't forget to protect yourself with the appropriate cold-weather gear and clothing. ALWAYS wear a lifejacket, and during cold weather consider a float coat and protective bib pants. If you fall into cold water, you have just a few moments to get back on board before your mobility starts to decline. Think about cold-water reboarding as an important part of your preparations. Editor's Note: This blog was originally published in November 2019 and has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
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