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Industry insights, pricing tips, and marketplace news for tour, rental, and recreation equipment professionals.
COI vs. Six-Pack: What New Boat Tour Operators Need to Know About USCG Regulations
Before you buy a tour boat, you need to understand the difference between a COI vessel and a Six-Pack operation. This decision shapes everything from your boat purchase to your insurance costs.
Pontoon Boat vs. Tiki Boat: Which One Is Better for Your Tour Business?
Thinking about adding a tour boat to your fleet? The pontoon vs. tiki boat debate comes down to your market, your customers, and your operating style.
Jet Ski Rental Business 101: What It Really Costs to Get Started
Everyone asks 'how much does it cost to start a jet ski rental business?' Here's an honest breakdown with real numbers, not the fantasy version.
The 10 Best U.S. Markets for Starting a Tour or Rental Business in 2026
Not all tourism markets are created equal. Here's where the numbers, foot traffic, and operator demand actually support a new tour or rental business right now.
I Bought a Used Party Bike Fleet. Here's What I Wish I Knew.
A first-person look at what goes right and wrong when you buy used pedal pubs and party bikes for a new tour business. Real lessons, not theory.
How to Price Your Used Tour Boat So It Actually Sells
Pricing a commercial tour boat isn't like pricing a family runabout. Here's how operators and dealers can land on a number that moves metal without leaving money on the table.