When most boating anglers consider fuel economy, they think in terms of miles per gallon (mpg). Yet in this age of $4 or even $5 per gallon fuel, perhaps it’s better to extend that thinking to miles per dollar (mpd). When it comes to your fishing budget, that’s what really matters.There are a number of ways to maximize this measure of fuel economy. Of course, new more-efficient hulls and marine engines can significantly improve mpd over older designs. But short of buying a new boat or motor, what can you do to boost mpd? Here are 10 tips:1. Avoid Marina Fuel Docks. If you have a trailer boat, avoid filling up at the gas dock. Fuel prices in the marina can be a $1 or more higher per gallon than at terrestrial pumps, whether you’re filling up with gasoline or diesel. If your boat averages 2 mpg at cruise, and filling-station fuel is $4 ...![Sport Fishing Mag]()
