{"id":989,"date":"2021-04-18T16:59:15","date_gmt":"2021-04-18T16:59:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/?p=989"},"modified":"2023-08-07T14:00:09","modified_gmt":"2023-08-07T14:00:09","slug":"how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Drive A Pontoon Boat For Beginners | BestRecreations"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Drive_A_Pontoon_Boat_For_Beginners\"><\/span>How To Drive A Pontoon Boat For Beginners<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">What you will learn in this Article<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66132c3bedae9\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66132c3bedae9\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners\/#How_To_Drive_A_Pontoon_Boat_For_Beginners\" title=\"How To Drive A Pontoon Boat For Beginners\">How To Drive A Pontoon Boat For Beginners<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners\/#Things_To_Know_Before_Buying_A_Pontoon_Boat\" title=\"Things To Know Before Buying A Pontoon Boat\">Things To Know Before Buying A Pontoon Boat<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners\/#Preventive_Measures\" title=\"Preventive Measures\">Preventive Measures<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners\/#How_To_Drive_A_Pontoon_Boat_For_Beginners_Boating_Basics\" title=\"How To Drive A Pontoon Boat For Beginners? (Boating Basics)\">How To Drive A Pontoon Boat For Beginners? (Boating Basics)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners\/#Step_1_Leave_The_Dock\" title=\"Step 1: Leave The Dock\">Step 1: Leave The Dock<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners\/#Step_2_Acceleration\" title=\"Step 2: Acceleration\">Step 2: Acceleration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners\/#Step_3_Handle_The_Steering\" title=\"Step 3: Handle The Steering\">Step 3: Handle The Steering<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners\/#Step_4_Docking_The_Pontoon\" title=\"Step 4: Docking The Pontoon\">Step 4: Docking The Pontoon<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners\/#Frequently_Asked_QuestionsFAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/how-to-drive-a-pontoon-boat-for-beginners\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Beginner\u2019s guide for driving pontoon boat will help the newbie to learn techniques to drive pontoon boat.<\/p>\n<p>The professionals find it very easy to drive a pontoon boat.<\/p>\n<p>When you are a beginner your first concern is how to drive a pontoon boat.<\/p>\n<p>Beginners need to learn some basic rules to drive a pontoon boat for an adventurous ride.<\/p>\n<p>You have to know the basic principles of hydromechanics for ensuring the safety of yourself and pontoon boat.<\/p>\n<p>Driving a pontoon is an easy task comparable to other ordinary boats or driving a car.<\/p>\n<p>Following article helps you in becoming a pro driver of pontoon boat being a beginner.<\/p>\n<p>Take a look : <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/best-pontoon-boats-fish-finder\/\"><strong>Inexpensive pontoon boat fish finders for this year<\/strong><\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_To_Know_Before_Buying_A_Pontoon_Boat\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">Things To Know Before Buying A Pontoon Boat<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.godownsize.com\/pontoon-boats-safety-issues\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pontoon boats are safest boats on the dock.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>These boats are equipped with the safety features and sink very rarely. Although, I recommend buy the best pontoon boat for additional safety.<\/p>\n<p>There are certain things that you have to consider. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Boating locations. (Oceans, lakes, ponds).<\/li>\n<li>Purpose of buying boat. (Professional or non-professional).<\/li>\n<li>Budget plan.<\/li>\n<li>How roughly you use the pontoon boat.<\/li>\n<li>Choose between the pontoon and tritoon (three tubes). Tritoon is easy to handle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Look for different models of pontoon boat and select the one compatible with your conditions.<\/p>\n<p>There are <a href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/most-popular-pontoon-boat-2021\/\">one-man pontoon inflatable pontoons boats<\/a> all the way up to party pontoon boats.<\/p>\n<p>For improved visibility, avoid high fence and expanded deck. Go for the high helm.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preventive_Measures\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Preventive Measures<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<ul>\n<li>Life jacket is mandatory for everyone sitting in the boat. You can also use other safety equipments.<\/li>\n<li>Check the fuel tank before leaving the dock.<\/li>\n<li>Examine that the radio is working properly.<\/li>\n<li>Check out the battery of your phone to make communication possible in case of emergencies.<\/li>\n<li>Safely place the equipments to ensure the safety of passengers.<\/li>\n<li>Trim the motor before setting off.<\/li>\n<li>Administer the weight evenly on the boat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Drive_A_Pontoon_Boat_For_Beginners_Boating_Basics\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt; color: #0000ff;\">How To Drive A Pontoon Boat For Beginners? (Boating Basics)<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Basic skills to learn for driving a pontoon boat are docking, steering, accelerating,, and reversing.<\/p>\n<p>Once you get the grip over the skills and your gear is ready, you can enjoy the fishing confidently.<\/p>\n<p>Basic boating skills can help you as a beginner.<\/p>\n<p>But, pontoon boats have different designs compared to the other V-hull boats.<\/p>\n<p>There are many more things you have to learn for beginning the trip on pontoon boat.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Leave_The_Dock\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Step 1: Leave The Dock<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Before leaving the dock, check out the list of preventive measures mentioned before.<\/p>\n<p>Wind affects the boat due to peculiar design of pontoon boat.<\/p>\n<p>Unfasten the deck ropes which attach the pontoon boat to the dock.<\/p>\n<p>Warm up the engine by turning on the ignition before leaving the dock.<\/p>\n<p>The power thrusts and drive adjustments are necessary to cope up with the wind gusts.<\/p>\n<p>Reverse the boat in case of strong wind to counter its action.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; height: 73px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 73px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 100%; height: 73px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Acceleration\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Step 2: Acceleration<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>On reaching the open water, accelerate the motor to speed up your pontoon boat.<\/p>\n<p>Slowly press the power button to drive the pontoon in waves and speed the boat.<\/p>\n<p>Follow the laws of travelling area to avoid any inconvenience.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Handle_The_Steering\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Step 3: Handle The Steering<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>It operates in the same way like the steering wheel of a car. Decide the direction in which you want to take your boat and point the wheel in that direction.<\/p>\n<p>Once you set the steering wheel in the desired direction, press the forward mode and softly hit the throttle.<\/p>\n<p>Sudden jerky movements and turns make it difficult to handle the controls of the pontoon boat.<\/p>\n<p>Slow and smooth movements allow the better control.<\/p>\n<p>Warn the passengers before taking a sharp turn.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Docking_The_Pontoon\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Step 4: Docking The Pontoon<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Coming back from where you started your journey is the final step.<\/p>\n<p>Be cautious for this final step as you are moving from the zone of deep water to the shallow water.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Decrease the acceleration as you approach near the dock. High speed can damage both the boat and the dock.<\/li>\n<li>Reposition the engine on the neutral mode to get into the right place.<\/li>\n<li>Adjust the steering wheel to avoid drifting on sides and keeping the pontoon on the track.<\/li>\n<li>Using the forward gear, transfer the throttle in the forward direction. It easily parks the boat slowly in the parking slot.<\/li>\n<li>To make parking perfect, you can use reverse movements. Keep balancing the wheel as there will be wind and water currents.<\/li>\n<li>Use the ropes of the dock to tie pontoon boat with it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_QuestionsFAQs\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>What Are The Safety Measures For Driving A Pontoon Boat?<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">A pontoon boat is different from other boats in many aspects. Keep the speed of the pontoon slow as there are no brakes.<\/p>\n<p>Check the boat before the drive.<\/p>\n<p>Make the turning points wider and smooth.<\/p>\n<p>Warm the engine before leaving the dock.<\/p>\n<p>Use safety jackets for the passengers.<\/p>\n<p>Improve safety by replacing the often dim courtesy lights with <a href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/marine-led-lighting-strips\/\">marine led lighting strips<\/a>.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>How Durable Is The Pontoon Boat?<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">The careful handling of the pontoon boat along with the proper maintenance can long up to 10 to 20 years.<\/p>\n<p>Defaults can be repaired or replacements can be made.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>How Can I Drive The Pontoon Boat In Waves?<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">Extra effort and practice is required to drive pontoon boat in the rough water.<\/p>\n<p>Waves are the disturbance in the water and challenge the boat driving.<\/p>\n<p>You have to be prepared to deal with the changing sudden water currents.<\/p>\n<p>Consider the following precautions when driving a pontoon boat in rough water.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t make sharp turn if the wind is not favorable.<\/p>\n<p>Extreme weather conditions are alarming for your safety. Quickly get back to the dock.<\/p>\n<p>Distribute the load equally on the vessel.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Driving a pontoon boat for the first time is exciting and risky. And now that you&#8217;re all set-up and ready to sail, why not get yourself the <a href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/best-pontoon-boats-fish-finder\/\">best depth fish finder for pontoon boats<\/a> out there.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t be hasty and don\u2019t risk your life in the state of excitement.<\/p>\n<p>First learn the basic skills mentioned above and then experience the first drive.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure your gear is ready to start the drive and check out the whether your pontoon is perfect to get started.<\/p>\n<p>How to drive a pontoon boat for beginners is no more a problem. 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