Marine Batteries Shipped to Narragansett, RI
Narragansett, on Rhode Island’s south coast, is home to Point Judith and the Port of Galilee, the state’s main commercial fishing port, and the Block Island ferry docks.
Marine Battery Source ships marine batteries to Narragansett, RI. There’s no local storefront here, so everything ships from us: lithium batteries over $150 and lead-acid and AGM batteries go free by curbside truck freight, and chargers and accessories are free over $150.
Where Narragansett boaters launch and cruise
Point Judith Pond, a salt pond, lies behind Galilee, and the Harbor of Refuge breakwaters shelter the entrance off Point Judith. Point Judith Lighthouse marks the point, and Narragansett Bay lies to the north.
Most recreational boats are hauled for winter. Galilee’s docks are packed with draggers, lobster boats and party boats, and Point Judith Pond’s marinas and moorings hold many of the area’s recreational boats. Block Island, about a dozen miles offshore, is a popular summer run, and the open water between Point Judith and Block Island can be rough when the wind opposes the tide. Charge batteries fully before hauling for winter, and keep lead-acid batteries on a maintainer.
What people run and fish for in Narragansett
Striped bass, bluefish, fluke, black sea bass and scup are fished, and offshore boats run for tuna. Commercial boats, center consoles and charter boats share the harbor.
Battery types and sizes for Narragansett
Offshore center consoles
Offshore boats depend on their batteries more than any other boat on Point Judith Pond: radar, sonar, chartplotters, livewells and VHF all draw power while drifting over a ledge. Size your house battery for a full day of electronics with the engines off, and keep it isolated from the cranking batteries with a switch or combiner. A multi-bank onboard charger keeps every battery topped up at the dock.
Flats skiffs and bay boats
Most bay boats on Point Judith Pond run a 24V or 36V bow-mount trolling motor plus a separate cranking battery for the outboard. A 36V lithium bank, such as a single EPOCH 36V or Interstate 36V battery, replaces three Group 27 or 31 lead-acid batteries and drops well over 100 pounds from the stern, which helps a skiff float shallower. Keep the cranking battery separate so a long day on the trolling motor never leaves you unable to start.
Sailboats and cruising boats
If your sailboat on Point Judith Pond uses a lot of power at anchor, lithium is worth a look. It provides more usable capacity per pound and accepts charge faster. Before you switch, check that your alternator, charger and solar controller support lithium.
Keeping batteries healthy in Rhode Island
Point Judith is exposed, and the water around it can get rough, so mount batteries firmly.
New England and Long Island boats are usually hauled for winter. Charge batteries fully before storage, and keep lead-acid batteries on a maintainer or remove them. A discharged lead-acid battery can freeze and crack.
The boating season is short, so it pays to have batteries ready in spring. Test them before launch, and replace any that won’t hold a charge.
How shipping to Narragansett works
- Free lithium freight: lithium batteries over $150 ship free, curbside, to the lower 48.
- Parts and chargers: free shipping when your cart subtotal is $150 or more.
- Lead-acid and AGM: free curbside truck freight to the lower 48, the same as lithium.
- Scheduling: the carrier calls the delivery phone number you give at checkout to set a delivery window. An adult needs to be there to inspect and sign.
Products to start with
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- Interstate 31M-AGM 12V Group 31M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 925 CCA (12V 100Ah AGM, 925 CCA, Group 31M footprint)
- EPOCH 36V 50Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.92kWh) (36V 50Ah LiFePO4, Group 31 footprint, 35 lb, internal heating for cold charging)
- EPOCH 12V 300Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (3.84kWh) (12V 300Ah LiFePO4, Group 31 footprint, 58 lb, internal heating for cold charging)
- Interstate 27M-AGM 12V Group 27M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 850 CCA (12V 85Ah AGM, 850 CCA, Group 27M footprint)
- Interstate LI31M36V50 36V 50Ah Group 31M Lithium Marine Battery (36V 50Ah LiFePO4, Group 31M footprint)
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Interstate
Interstate 31M-AGM 12V Group 31M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 925 CCA
$459.95or 4 interest-free payments of $114.99
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EPOCH
EPOCH 36V 50Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.92kWh)
$749.00or 4 interest-free payments of $187.25
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EPOCH
EPOCH 12V 300Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (3.84kWh)
$1,249.00or 4 interest-free payments of $312.25
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Interstate
Interstate 27M-AGM 12V Group 27M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 850 CCA
$414.95or 4 interest-free payments of $103.74
Questions from Rhode Island boaters
How do I keep salt corrosion off my batteries in Narragansett?
Rinse the battery area with fresh water after salty trips, keep terminals tight and coated with a marine terminal protectant, and check cables for green or white buildup every few weeks. Sealed AGM and lithium batteries don’t vent acid, so they keep compartments cleaner than flooded batteries.
How do lead-acid batteries ship?
Lead-acid and AGM batteries ship free by curbside truck freight to the lower 48, the same as lithium.
Is lithium shipping really free to Narragansett?
Yes. Lithium batteries over $150 ship free by curbside truck freight to addresses in the lower 48 states, including Narragansett.
Do chargers and accessories ship free?
Chargers, accessories and lithium batteries of $150 or less ship free when your cart subtotal is $150 or more. Otherwise a flat shipping rate applies, shown at checkout.
Other Rhode Island shipping locations
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