Marine Batteries Shipped to Chincoteague, VA
Chincoteague, on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, is an island town best known for the wild ponies of neighboring Assateague Island and the annual Pony Swim across Assateague Channel each July.
Boaters in Chincoteague order from us online and we ship to them. Every lithium battery over $150 and every lead-acid or AGM battery ships free by curbside freight anywhere in the lower 48 states, and parts and chargers ship free on orders of $150 or more.
Chincoteague waterways
Chincoteague Bay lies behind the barrier islands, and Assateague Channel separates Chincoteague from Assateague, where the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge protects marshes, beaches and the pony herd. Chincoteague Inlet leads to the Atlantic. NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility is just to the north.
Salt air is hard on terminals, so rinse and coat them often. Most boats are stored for the winter.
Fishing near Chincoteague
Flounder, striped bass, red and black drum and sea trout are fished in the bays and inlet, and the area is famous for its clams and oysters. Small center consoles, bay boats and kayaks are the most common boats.
Recommended setups
Bay boats and flats skiffs
In Chincoteague, a typical inshore setup is a cranking battery for the outboard, two or three deep-cycle batteries for a 24V or 36V trolling motor, and an onboard charger to bring them all back overnight. Lithium is the popular upgrade because it holds full thrust until it is nearly empty and recharges quickly, but a good AGM deep-cycle battery is still a solid, lower-cost choice.
Offshore center consoles
Center consoles that run offshore from Chincoteague usually have one cranking battery per engine plus a house battery for electronics, pumps and lights. For cranking, a Group 27 or 31 AGM with high marine cranking amps is the common choice. A lithium dual-purpose battery like the EPOCH 172Ah can serve as a house battery and an emergency start, and it weighs a fraction of an equivalent AGM.
Kayaks and small boats
For paddlers and small-boat owners on the Assateague Channel, lighter is better. Lithium batteries weigh less than half as much as lead-acid batteries of similar usable capacity and are rated for far more charge cycles.
Climate, storage and winterizing in Chincoteague
The bays are shallow and full of shoals, so boats spend a lot of time idling and drifting, which puts load on house batteries.
The Mid-Atlantic has a real boating season, from spring through fall, and most boats are hauled or laid up for winter. Before winter storage, charge batteries fully and either remove them or keep them on a maintenance charger. Lead-acid batteries can freeze if left discharged.
Standard lithium batteries should not be charged below freezing. If you plan to charge in cold weather, choose a lithium battery with internal heating, or charge only when temperatures are above freezing.
Shipping details
- 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.
- Curbside means the driver brings the shipment to the end of the truck at your curb or driveway.
- Inside delivery, or hard-to-reach spots like marinas with restricted access, may cost extra, so a home or business address is usually best.
Products to start with
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- EPOCH 36V 50Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.92kWh) (36V 50Ah LiFePO4, Group 31 footprint, 35 lb, internal heating for cold charging)
- Interstate 31M-AGM 12V Group 31M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 925 CCA (12V 100Ah AGM, 925 CCA, Group 31M footprint)
- Battle Born 30Ah 12V LiFePO4 Deep Cycle Battery – Base Series (12V 30Ah LiFePO4, 48.6 lb)
- Interstate LI31M36V50 36V 50Ah Group 31M Lithium Marine Battery (36V 50Ah LiFePO4, Group 31M footprint)
- Interstate 27M-AGM 12V Group 27M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 850 CCA (12V 85Ah AGM, 850 CCA, Group 27M footprint)
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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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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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Battle Born
Battle Born 30Ah 12V LiFePO4 Deep Cycle Battery – Base Series
$249.00or 4 interest-free payments of $62.25
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Interstate
Interstate LI31M36V50 36V 50Ah Group 31M Lithium Marine Battery
$1,204.95or 4 interest-free payments of $301.24
FAQ
How do I keep salt corrosion off my batteries in Chincoteague?
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.
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.
Can you ship to my marina?
We can ship to most addresses, but marinas with restricted access or no way to receive freight may cost extra or need special arrangements. A home or business address is usually easiest. Contact us before you order if you want to ship to a marina.
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.
More of Virginia
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