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Message From The Editor
The risk of “rock ‘n’ roll” boating.
One of the segments in boating that has done extremely well lately is the area of towed sports and in particular wakeboarding and wakesurfing. In the midst of a major uptick in the overall popularity of boating, these are segments that are outperforming. There’s a looming risk to this however, and that is public backlash from the “rock ‘n’ roll” of towed sports.
Earlier this summer, I spent the weekend with life-long friends on Lake Muskoka and we did a two-hour tour of our favourite places in their 17’ aluminum vee-bottom. The weather was warm, sunny and with just a slight breeze, yet several times we encountered huge rolling waves that sent our bow skyward.
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Andy Adams, Editor
aadams@kerrwil.com
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Feature
BoatTEST Shares Videos with Canadian Yachting and Pacific Yachting plus eight other International marine Media Companies
BoatTEST.com announced on August 17th, 2021 that it would share all of its boat test videos with 10 boating media companies, seven in North America plus three in the Pacific Rim. BoatTEST will be sharing 600 boat test videos on more than 400 boats that are in production, as well as its product demonstration videos of engines...
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Changing Scene
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USA Fuel Service expands distribution opportunities
USA Fuel Service, a leader in on-site marine and RV tank cleaning and polishing, has opened select prime markets for new distribution partners after experiencing 700% growth over the past four years. In addition to the mobile service business, the company also offers opportunities with its fast-growing brand of USA Fuel Service premium additives.
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Events
NMMA’s annual badges are now digital!
The NMMA has announced that for the safety of Industry Representatives attending the NMMA shows, NMMA has transitioned to a new contactless digital MOBILE MARINE TRADE BADGE. New Security Protocols: To ensure security of our INDUSTRY REPRESENTATIVES you will be required to show your mobile MARINE TRADE BADGE...
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Education
ABYC offers free Micro-Courses for Members & Certified Technicians!
Increase your industry knowledge and accumulate CEUs! These courses are for members and certified technicians - you will need to login to access.
DC Voltage Measurements
Mike Bonicker performs a couple rudimentary DC Voltage readings on a battery and charging system to discuss what the expected results may be.
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Marina & Boatyard Study Tour, September 27, 2021 in Tampa, FL
The Marina & Boatyard Study Tour is a full day mobile training course that takes participants on an exclusive tour of marinas, in the Tampa area, for an in-depth look at the operations of several types of facilities. At the end of the day, attendees participate in a facilitated roundtable discussion and SWOT...
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Product Focus
Hemp Wood teak finishing oil
An environmentally friendly product for refinishing your teak, hemp wood finishing oil is an all-natural product made from one ingredient only: pure Canadian oxidized hemp oil. This nontoxic oil is marine safe making it the perfect product to use out on the water.
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Product Focus
Raritan sanitation hose has impressive bend radius
Between the odor and working in confined spaces, replacing an onboard sanitation line is never a pleasant job. With Sani/Flex Odor Shield Marine Hose from Raritan Engineering, the task can be completed quicker and with fewer expletives. Incredibly strong, it has class-leading flexibility.
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Just Launched
Chaparral Boats debuts the 247 SSX
Chaparral Boats has released the much anticipated 247 SSX to its legendary SSX model lineup. The 247 SSX is a full-sized family boat which checks off a variety of family boating needs and offers an array of options which target multiple price points.
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People
IMTRA expands sales and support teams and celebrates retirement of industry veteran
IMTRA, the leading manufacturer and importer of quality solutions and products for the marine, energy and transportation markets, announced August 19th, that the sales team has been bolstered, anticipating the upcoming retirement of long-time sales and service representative, Dick Davidson.
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Calendar
Many Events have been canceled or postponed due to COVID-19.
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