In comparison to the topsides, where everything is visible, thebilges can be a mystical world chock-full of equipment, hoses, wiring and other ancillary items. Boat owners who rarely inspect the bilge areas are often surprised when they need to go below to do a repair.
The bilge is among the more important areas aboard any boat. It’s worthy of regular inspections and routine care. Here’s a list to make sure every visit below is time well spent.
Let’s start with offensive smells. Stubborn odors that invade
