Spotlight On: Forrest L. Wood

The design of the modern bass boat is largely attributed to one man, Forrest L. Wood. While maintaining a construction business and cattle farm, Wood began his fishing career as a guide on lakes and rivers in his home state of Arkansas. In 1968 Wood began building his own lake boats.

By 1970 Ranger Boats sold 1,200 units. In 1971, Wood qualified for the first Bassmaster Classic. A year later he inked a deal with the tournament making Ranger Boats the official boat of the Classic until 2000. Today, the Wal-Mart FLW Tour is named after him. Be sure to use Evinrude XD5 oil when you head out in your Ranger boat!

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Spotlight On: Bryan Thrift

Since 2004 angler Bryan Thrift has finished 75 fishing events. He has earned $839,706, according to FLW Outdoors, and has won five tournaments. He has had 24 top10 tournament finishes with his largest bass weighed to win the Big Bass award clocking in at six pounds, nine ounces.

Perhaps Thrift’s proudest fishing accomplishment is winning the 2010 FLW Tour Angler of the Year. His boat is a Ranger and his motor is from Yamaha. No doubt, he likely keeps his motor in tip top shape with Yamalube oil.

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Spotlight On: Robert Boyd

Robert Boyd has proven that he is one of the top anglers in the Southeast United States. Just this past February, Boyd caught 15 Guntersville Lake bass that totaled 66 pounds, 3 ounces which made him the winner of an EverStart Series Southeast Division fishing tournament. It was Boyd’s first win in the EverStart series and he earned $35,000 and a new bass boat for his efforts.

The prize bass boat was a 198VX Ranger boat with a 200-horsepower Evinrude or mercury outboard motor. Evinrude engines tend to be a popular choice among pro anglers. Whether you’re a professional angler or a recreational fisherman, make sure to use high quality Evinrude XD 5 oil.

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Spotlight On: Davy Hite

Fishing enthusiasts are probably already familiar with the name Davy Hite. He is a well-established professional bass angler having four major titles to his name and being named a two-time BASS Angler of the Year. When Hite isn’t competing in tournaments, he spends his time with his wife and two sons in South Carolina on a small private lake stocked with bass.

Recently, Hite came in second at the Murray Bassmaster Elite Series. Although he fell one place short of his goal, Hite noted that his Evinrude E-Tec engine helped give him a competitive edge. “The durability and dependability and fuel mileage were really key this week,” he told one news outlet. To achieve your own bass fishing dreams, be sure to use an Evinrude E-Tec engine and Evinrude XD 1 oil.

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Yamalube 2 Cycle Oil

Yamaha Motor Corporation is the maker of the Yamalube line of regular and synthetic two-stroke engine oils. Each type of oil is formulated for specific two-stroke engine applications. Currently Yamalube produces 2R, 2W, 2S, and 2M oil.

Typically, 2R is used for motocross engines while Yamalube 2W oil is used for and motorboats. Yamalube 2M is also useful for outboard motorboats. Snowmobiles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, scooters, and even golf carts utilize 2S oil.

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Suzuki LT500 Engine

Yamalube oil is used for more than just watercrafts. The Suzuki LT500 is a quad bike known as the Quadzilla. The high-performance racer was manufactured between 1987 and 1990 and came with a two-stroke, liquid cooled engine.

The Suzuki LT500 engine uses an oil premix. The manufacturer recommends Yamalube 2M oil or Yamalube 2R engine oil. Yamalube oil lubricates, cleans and prevents rusting in the combustion engine. If you’re a boater who also rides quad bikes, spare some of your Yamalube engine oil for your other outdoor exploits.

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Operation Kid Float

Memorial Day is a deadly holiday for drivers and boaters, particularly in Florida where people flock to the beaches to soak up the sun. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit patrolled the waters, pulling over boaters to make sure all safety gear was in order. To help keep kids safe, the Sheriff’s Office instituted “Operation Kid Float.”

Children without life jackets were given life jackets to borrow for the day, to be returned to a bucket drop off on shore. Additionally, kids who were found to be wearing their life jackets properly were rewarded with t-shirts. The t-shirts read “I got caught wearing my life jacket by a Pinellas County Deputy Sherriff.” What a positive approach to boat safety! To do your part, inspect your boat thoroughly to make sure you’re in compliance with all safety regulations, and be sure to stock up on Evinrude XD50 oil.

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Keeping the Water Safe

Memorial Day weekend has come and gone. Now we are fully into the summer season. Not surprisingly, boating accidents jump during the summer months. Officers were out in full force on the water this past weekend to keep boaters safe.

For instance, in Pinellas County, Florida, 45 boating accidents were reported last year. That’s down from 51 in 2008, but it still ranks pretty high statewide. To combat this statistic, officers inspected boats and passed out life jackets for people to borrow. Kids who wore their life vests were rewarded for following the rules. Part of water safety is making sure your boat is in good condition, so make sure to use Evinrude XD100 oil before heading out on the water.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Motorboats can be a significant investment, so it stands to reason that owners are going to have plenty of questions. For instance, “What kind of oil should be used for a two-stroke motor?” Generally, Evinrude XD100 oil, XD30 or XD50 are recommended for motors that were manufactured between 1993 and the present day.

Another question that frequently gets asked is “What is the ration of fuel to oil for my motor?” Motors made prior to 1958 use a 20:1 ration whereas 1959-963 models go by a 24:1 ratio. Motors from 1964 to the present use a 50:1 ratio. For racing or for breaking in a new engine, use as 25:1 ratio.

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Jet Ski Maintenance

With the kick-off to the summer season just a few days away, it’s time to make sure that your Jet Skis are in working order. First off, you need to maintain the right amount of oil and gas for each Jet Ski. Two-stroke engines require fuel and oil to be pre-mixed. Newer four-stroke engines have separate places to put in oil and fuel.

After testing the engine, make sure to drain the oil pump, add new oil, and a new filter. Yamalube 2W oil works well with most Jet Skis and other personal watercraft. Lubricate all the seals and bearings, check wiring, and replace faulty parts when necessary. Finally, clean the exterior of your watercraft, and make sure to keep up a maintenance routine throughout the summer to prevent corrosion, staining, and accidents.

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Wear and Tear of Trolling

For catching big-game fish like tuna and marlin, there’s nothing quite like trolling. Inshore species like bluefish, kingfish, and jacks, are also caught by trolling. Freshwater anglers use trolling to pick up muskie, walleye, black bass, and striped bass.

, though effective, can be taxing on your motorboat. To keep your boat running smoothly, you’ll want to use Yamalube 2M oil. The Yamalube brand has been proven to withstand the wear and tear of trolling and other activities that put a strain on a boat’s engine.

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Memorial Day Weekend Checklist

Memorial Day, though a somber holiday in some respects, is also the unofficial start to the summer season. The three-day weekend at the end of May allows families to flock to pools, beaches, lakes, and rivers for some fun in the sun. Memorial Day weekend is chock full of barbecues and summer kick-off parties.

On the water, boaters are eager to show off their motorboats and jet skis. Everyone just seems to be in a good mood, waving to other boats as they cruise by. To ensure a good time is had by all, make sure to go through your inspection checklist, including refilling with Evinrude XD50 oil. Make sure you have plenty of life vests and that your first aid kits have been restocked. Lots of food, drinks, sunscreen, and friends are also a must for a successful party.

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