Hey all,<br /><br />I have a 14' center console tri-hull boat with a 4' beam. The boat has a 1986 30hp Mariner engine on it- the boat is rated for a 40hp.<br /><br />I have a cell phone, flares, good life jackets, compass, a horn, nav. lights, depth sounder, 100' ancore rope, small bilge pump, first aid kit, tool kit, electric trolling motor mounted on back as well (although I bet it wouldnt do much in the ocean).<br /><br />Ive been out in the ocean bay before (Casco Bay, Portland Maine) and I stay within the islands, but what are some tips to make sure I have a good, safe trip? I fear my engine will die out there, what would I do? If im in a lake and the engine dies who cares, I wont get taken out to sea! Thanks for the help.<br /><br />-John