The term DNA is something you’ve most likely heard in a science class or your favorite forensic drama on late-night TV. I distinctly remember learning about DNA in that one scene in Jurassic Park when they’re explaining how they recreated dinosaurs.

If you’re in the market for a new pontoon and have stumbled upon Barletta, you may have noticed there’s something different about the way these pontoon boats are built.

So you’ve just bought your first pontoon boat. You kicked off boating season with a new ride and it’s everything you could have hoped for in a boat. The family is comfortable, everyone has their own spot to kick back while you cruise.

Where do you live? Are you in a state that gets chilly in the winter? Do temps dip down below zero mid-January leaving you dreaming of the boating season? Is your hometown known for the hot sun and warm temps?

You’re planning on buying a new pontoon boat, and you’re starting to make a list of accessories you will need in order to get on the water.

If you’ve got kids at home, you may have searched the internet for the most family-friendly vehicle. If so, you’ve read articles about minivans, SUVs, or even the original family-mobile, the station wagon.

Boat dogs are a captain’s best friend, and that’s exactly the reason my dog Chunk is the first one to board our pontoon boat every time we take off. The minute he hears the words “boat ride” he takes off for the port side gate where he waits patiently for us to let him onto our Barletta pontoon boat.

We use technology in almost every aspect of our lives. From online shopping to ordering pizza to conducting business meetings, there’s an app for that. Heck, there’s even an app that connects to my toothbrush and reports back how well of a job I did brushing.

If you’re new to the boating scene, you might be trying to soak up every bit of knowledge before hitting the water. I assume that’s what brought you to this blog and I commend you for wanting to learn everything you need to know in order to be a safe boater.

My boat docking situation is less than favorable. Let me set the scene. My pontoon boat, including the motor, comes in around 29’ in total length. Our dock is located in a narrow channel and the pier itself runs parallel to the seawall.