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Operation
The Best of New York Boating Experiences
September 16, 2025
There is something intoxicating about boating in New York that transforms even the most landlocked urbanite into a dreaming mariner. …
Outboard Motors vs. Inboard Engine: Choosing the Right Power for Your Cobalt Boat
July 31, 2025
When shopping for a new Cobalt Boat, one of the most common questions we hear is: Should I choose outboard motors or …
How to Double Anchor a Boat
July 24, 2025
Every boater eventually runs into those tricky situations. For example, perhaps you’re battling unexpected currents during a saltwater fishing trip …
Ten Premier Coastal Destinations in Florida & Texas For Your Next Cobalt Boat Cruise
July 15, 2025
With our growing lineup of offshore ready Cobalt Boats, including the new R35 Outboard Coupe, coastal cruising has never been more accessible …
Boating with Children and Pets: Your Complete Guide to Safe Family Adventures
June 24, 2025
There is nothing quite like the joy of watching your child’s face light up as you glide across the water …
Behind the Scenes: The Art and Science of Cobalt Boat Design
June 8, 2025
For over 50 years, Cobalt Boats has been a leader in luxury marine craftsmanship. But what does it really take …
Cobalt Surf Gate: The Award-Winning Wake Surfing System
December 7, 2023
Did you know that the Cobalt Boats Surf Series includes our award-winning Surf Gate™ system? There’s no easier, safer, or …
The Cobalt Outboard Series: The Ultimate Lifestyle on the Water
November 22, 2023
Imagine a boating experience that combines exceptional performance, luxury and versatility, tailored for various activities on the water. The Cobalt …
Public Dock and Boat Ramp Etiquette
September 28, 2023
Our Definitive Guide to Get You In And Out Of The Boat Ramp With Ease A great season of boating …
Bowrider Boats Shootout: Cobalt R35 Outboard vs Sterndrive
September 27, 2023
We Consider the Differences Between Two of the Best Bowrider Boats on the Market The Cobalt R35 boat is the …
R33 Sterndrive vs. R33 Outboard
May 25, 2023
Bigger and Better With the introduction of the R33 Series, Cobalt has offered buyers two ways to experience more luxury, …
Day Trip Safety
November 14, 2022
A Fine Day Out Ahh, the weekend is here, and what could be more wonderful than spending it in your …
Wake Surfing: Trending Hot
November 14, 2022
The Hottest New Watersport If you’re a long-time boater, you can be forgiven for still thinking the most popular watersports …
Wake Surfing Responsibly
May 2, 2022
As I am sure you know, Wake Surfing has taken over boating sports in the last few years, far surpassing …
End of season checklist
January 5, 2022
There are several things that need to be done to properly store your Cobalt for the winter. Most of these …
Get to Know Your R6/R8 Sterndrive
March 22, 2021
An instructional review of some key operation features in the Cobalt R6 and the R8 sterndrive models. The same type …
Get to Know Your R6/R8 Outboard
March 12, 2021
Cobalt Boats’ Alex Barry reviews the key operational points of the R6 and R8 outboard models. This video is similar …
Proper Use of Navigation Lights
August 14, 2020
Your Cobalt is equipped with Navigation Lights and they are known as International Navigation Lights. This means they are legal …
Anchoring Your Cobalt
July 23, 2020
First, some basic pointers regarding anchoring in general. You have to have a basic knowledge of the area you are …
Single vs Twin Engines
April 21, 2020
There are many differences between single and twin engine boats. So, let’s talk about a particular model Cobalt that …
TruWave Surf Operation v2 – 2019 & 2020 models
April 21, 2020
See how simple a great day of wake surfing can be with a Cobalt. Alex Barry reviews the proper …
Getting Underway with Power Trim
April 21, 2020
An instructional discussion of getting underway and how to use power trim to get the most out of your …
TruWave Surf Operation v1 – models 2018 and older
April 21, 2020
See how simple a great day of wake surfing can be with a Cobalt. Alex Barry reviews the proper …
Startup Procedure
April 21, 2020
xThe general procedures for the beginning of the day starting up in a Cobalt boat.
A40 Operation – Daily Startup
April 21, 2020
Alex Barry reviews the startup proceedures of the Cobalt Boats A40 systems.
A40 Operation – Anchor Windlass System
April 21, 2020
Alex Barry reviews the propper operation of the Cobalt Boats A40 anchor windlass system.
A40 Operation – General Features
April 21, 2020
Alex Barry reviews the propper operation of some general features in Cobalt Boats A40.
Cobalt A40 Basic Operation
April 21, 2020
Alex Barry reviews some basic operations in the Cobalt Boats A40.
Care & Maintenance
How Do You Check Boat Engine Hours?
July 24, 2025
If you’re considering buying a used boat or wondering how long your current engine will last, one of the first …
Cobalt Owner Assistance
August 21, 2023
Come to the Cobalt Source In addition to building high-quality day boats, our other objective here at Cobalt is to …
Summertime Reminders
November 14, 2022
Keep the boat dry! Obviously the boat gets wet while being used from the weather and just plain fun. But …
First-Time Boat Buyer Checklist
October 28, 2020
Is there a more exciting time than buying your new Cobalt and getting ready for a full day of fun …
Vinyl Interior and Upholstery Care
April 21, 2020
The vinyl and interior fabric in your Cobalt boat has been specially selected to take the tough punishment of the elements …
Stainless Steel and Chrome Care
April 21, 2020
Stainless steel, though highly resistant, is still capable of rusting, particularly in the marine environment. Initial signs of rust and corrosion, …
Swim Platform Mat Care
April 21, 2020
Mat General Cleaning Regular cleaning can be accomplished by simply washing the mats with mild soap and water and a medium to …
Deck and Hull Cleaning and Care
April 21, 2020
The finish on your Cobalt boat is known as gelcoat. The gelcoat used by Cobalt Boats is the finest available on …
System & Features
Cobalt versus the Competition: What Sets Cobalt Boats Apart
August 27, 2025
If you are reading this, you are either already part of the Cobalt family or you are considering joining us. …
Cobalt Boat Customization: Personalize Your Boat with Premium Options and Features
August 6, 2025
When you invest in a Cobalt, you’re not just buying a boat. You’re building a reflection of your lifestyle. Cobalt …
Luxury on the Water: How Cobalt Boats Redefine Premium Boating
June 13, 2025
Few boatbuilders understands the importance of luxurious details better than Cobalt Boats. While many others focus solely on speed or …
Walkthrough the new R35 Surf by Cobalt Boats
March 20, 2025
The all-new 2025 R35 Surf by Cobalt Boats is here! Check out this walkthrough for an inside look at this …
Walkthrough the All-New R31 from Cobalt Boats
March 2, 2025
The Cobalt R31 is here, and it’s everything you’d expect from a new Cobalt Boats model. Unveiled at the 2024 …
Cobalt Surf Gate: The Award-Winning Wake Surfing System
December 7, 2023
Did you know that the Cobalt Boats Surf Series includes our award-winning Surf Gate™ system? There’s no easier, safer, or …
A Boat for Every Boater
December 1, 2023
Day Boating, Your Style With the current lineup standing at more than 20 Cobalt models, some people are moved to …
Cobalt Boats: Unrivaled Quality Since 1968
November 22, 2023
Choosing the right boat – whether it’s your first boat, a new boat, a used boat, or your tenth boat …
Bowrider Boats Shootout: Cobalt R35 Outboard vs Sterndrive
September 27, 2023
We Consider the Differences Between Two of the Best Bowrider Boats on the Market The Cobalt R35 boat is the …
The Cobalt A36 BR: The Bowrider Boat with a Cabin
August 28, 2023
Find Out Why the Cobalt A36 Is One of the Best Bowrider Boats on the Market As the largest model …
R33 Sterndrive vs. R33 Outboard
May 25, 2023
Bigger and Better With the introduction of the R33 Series, Cobalt has offered buyers two ways to experience more luxury, …
Joystick Docking & Maneuvering
May 24, 2022
The optional Joystick system is a tried and proven option that will greatly improve your command over your boat in …
E-Step, electrically powered swim-step.
August 25, 2020
With the innovation of the new patent pending E-Step, Cobalt has taken a great thing and made it even better. …
Comparing the R6 and R5 Bowriders
August 17, 2020
Cobalt Boats dealer, Action Water Sports takes you through a side-by-side look at the Cobalt R6 and R5 bowrider boats. …
Comparing the R6 and R5 Bowriders
August 17, 2020
Cobalt Boats dealer, Action Water Sports takes you through a side-by-side look at the Cobalt R6 and R5 bowrider boats. …
Hydraulic Swim Platform
August 17, 2020
The Cobalt swim-step and hydraulic swim platform shown on the Cobalt model A29.
Glass Cockpit, Returning to the Factory Settings
August 17, 2020
An introduction to the Cobalt Glass Cockpit, and how to get back to the factory settings if you don’t like …
Volvo Penta Easy Drain System
June 5, 2020
The Volvo Penta Easy Drain system allows boaters to quickly drain all raw water from a gasoline sterndrive engine. Topics …
Volvo Penta Gas Engine Walk Around
May 6, 2020
The Volvo Penta gasoline engine line up with a review of key features and benefits. Topics covered in this video …
Types of Marine Heads
April 21, 2020
There are three basic types of marine heads offered by Cobalt. Not all three are offered in all models with …
Deploy and Stow an Arch Bimini Top
April 21, 2020
How to deploy/stow a bimini top on Cobalt arch w/folding bimini, presented by Cobalt Dealer Candlewood East Marina located …
A29 In Practice
April 21, 2020
Cobalt Boats Univeristy instructional information on the new A29 systems and features. Topics covered in this video include: Bow …
Getting to Know the A36BR Systems
April 21, 2020
A Cobalt Boats University instructional video on the key systems of the A36BR. Topics covered in this video include: Top …
How To Prepare For Your Boat Show Visit
January 24, 2024
It’s boat show season and apart from the fact that our team is getting very little sleep right now, it’s …
A Boat for Every Boater
December 1, 2023
Day Boating, Your Style With the current lineup standing at more than 20 Cobalt models, some people are moved to …
Cobalt Owner Assistance
August 21, 2023
Come to the Cobalt Source In addition to building high-quality day boats, our other objective here at Cobalt is to …
Sportswear and More
May 25, 2023
The Cobalt Sports Store If you’re interested in the boating lifestyle, spend a little time at the Cobalt Sports Store, …
Yacht Certification
November 14, 2022
Is It Only About Size? Did you ever wonder at the term ‘Yacht Certified’ when you see it listed in …
Cobalt Color Matched Gelcoat
April 21, 2020
How can I obtain gelcoat to match the color of my Cobalt? Gelcoat or gelcoat patch kits are available for models …
Plant Tours
April 20, 2020
Can I Take A Tour Of The Cobalt Manufacturing Facility? You can join a factory representative as you walk through …
Parts for My Cobalt Boat
April 20, 2020
Can I Take A Tour Of The Cobalt Manufacturing Facility? You can join a factory representative as you walk through …
CE Certification
April 20, 2020
If a boat is built for U.S. waters can it be CE Certified for transporting to another country? Cobalt Boats …
A Trailer For My Cobalt
April 20, 2020
Where can I purchase a trailer for my Cobalt? We do not sell or manufacture trailers. Please contact your local or …
Cleaning Cobalt Upholstery
April 20, 2020
What Product(s) may I use to clean the upholstery on my Cobalt? Please reference your owner’s manual at: Owner Resources.
Performance Charts For My Cobalt
April 20, 2020
Where can I find performance charts for my Cobalt? Due to many reasons including, but not limited to variances in …
Cobalt Apparel and Accessories
April 20, 2020
Where can I purchase Cobalt apparel and accessories? Please visit CobaltSports.com. Where Can I Learn More Information About Cobalt Wine? Please …
Where to go for service.
April 20, 2020
How can I find a Cobalt Dealer in my area to service my boat? Click here for our dealer locator: Locate …
Engine/Outdrive Technical Support
April 20, 2020
Where Can I Find Engine/Outdrive Parts Or Technical Support? Mercruiser – call 1-920-929-5040, or online at mercurymarine.com/en/us/contact Volvo – call 1-800-522-1959, …
Owners Manuals
April 20, 2020
How Can I Obtain An Owner’s Manual? You can access a PDF of your specific manual by going to the Owner …
The weight of Cobalt Boats
April 20, 2020
How Can I Determine The Weight Of My Cobalt Boat? Dry weights are listed in the Cobalt Owner’s Manual for …
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