If you’ve been a boater for many years, it’s likely that your fond memories out on the water all smear together summer after summer. Was that biggest catch ever two years ago or three? What year did you go so far from shore that your nephew thought you’d never make it back?

Maybe it’s time for a new era of maritime memories. That era begins by making a switch you’ve probably considered by now—converting from a conventional combustion-powered outboard motor to a modern electric model. The advantages of using an electric outboard motor rather than its traditional counterpart will launch better boating for you and your family this season. Let’s explore some of those advantages.

Don’t Disturb the Sound of Silence

If you fish far from shore, it's hard to beat the serenity that comes with finally turning the motor off and casting a line. That silence is beautiful. However, arriving there can be awfully loud. The whirr and snarl of a gas-fueled motor has been the soundtrack to life on the water, but it doesn’t have to be anymore. The near-silent operation of an electric motor means you’ll move across the water in relative peace with less ambient noise to shout over. If you’re on an angling excursion, less noise will spook those finicky fish.

Boating Is Better When You Breathe Better

It's not just sounds that can be distracting. The smell of a gas motor isn’t every boater’s favorite aroma. Exhaust-free electric motors are odorless, which is a boon to sensitive sniffers and people who simply want to appreciate that distinct marine scent.

Pick Up the Fishing Rod, Put Down the Wrench

Going electric isn’t just about less stress while boating. You’ll have greater peace of mind with fewer repairs between trips. The direct-drive designs of modern electric motors mean fewer moving parts, and anyone who’s had to fix a motor can tell you that means fewer things can go wrong. With less maintenance to perform, you’ll enjoy the advantages of an electric outboard motor on both land and water.

Get Ahead of the Trend

Californians know that combustion engines are becoming endangered species on dry land. The Golden State plans to ban the sale of all gas-powered automobiles by 2035. Governor Gavin Newsom followed up that landmark legislation by signing a bill to phase out small off-road engines, which power everything from ATVs to leaf blowers. While this bill has not yet targeted outboard motors, the clock is ticking on internal combustion, and it’ll pay to switch before the clock hits zero and demands skyrocket. Meanwhile, smaller jurisdictions have banned combustion motors from their lakes and rivers. Going green doesn’t just feel good—it’s your ticket to safe and legal boating across bodies of water.

RJ Nautical is here to assist if you’re ready to go electric. Consider the ePropulsion Spirit electric outboard motor with a gearbox-free construction and quiet, zero-emission operation that will help your family start a new era of boating. Now, all you’ll hear is the fun you’ll have together.