Keep Your Keys Afloat and Your Gear Dry
Independent buying guides for key floats, kill-switch lanyards, waterproof cases, key safes, boat security and dock essentials.
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Guides for Boaters
Answers to the questions boaters ask before they buy, from buoyancy ratings to the federal kill-switch rule.
Best Floating Keychains for Boats
Match buoyancy to your real key ring, not the package.
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How to Choose a Boat Kill Switch Lanyard
Corded or wireless, plus what the federal ECOS rule requires.
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Waterproof Phone Cases vs Dry Bags for Boating
What each protects, what IP ratings mean, and when you need both.
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What Happens When You Lose Your Boat Key
What to do next, and how a spare plan keeps you from being stranded.
Read guide →Do you have to wear the kill switch lanyard?
On many boats under 26 feet, federal law says yes when you're on plane. Learn the rule and how to choose a link you'll actually wear.