Mar 19, 2024 Whether it’s a simple cotton or a modern synthetic, seams are often the weakness in waterproofing. Exposed to UV rays, wind and extensive use, even the most well-constructed gear can leak at stitch points. Seam Sealer from Iosso Products creates an invisible barrier at these stress points to keep water out, without…
Mar 29, 2024 Jobe Towable being towed by an Axopar powerboat. Photo credit Scanstrut There are a lot of inflatable water toys out there on the market. To help you narrow down your selection, Scanstrut has put together a handy guide. From tenders to towables, sofas to slides, paddleboards to pools, donuts to docks there…
Mar 19, 2024 AnchoRight anchor chain marking system AnchoRight is now distributed in Canada by Western Marine & Transat Marine. Markers won’t pop out unlike other solutions – they’re screwed in place and designed specifically to stay put. A colour-reference guide plate is included in every set for ease of seeing how much anchor chain…
Mar 5, 2024 Opening port lights are great for filling a cabin with sunshine and fresh air. But above all else, they need to keep water outside. Few do this better than Newport self-draining ports from Beckson Marine. Equally ideal for DIY and OEM use, they’re designed for ease of installation and built for harsh marine environments….
Mar 5, 2024 Furuno is proud to introduce two new stand-alone Fish Finders that include all-new features that fishermen will love, built on the foundation of award-winning Furuno features that fishermen rely on. The 5.7” FCV600 and NMEA “2023 Best New Product” award-winning 8.4” FCV800 can drive either a CHIRP or dual-frequency CW (Continuous Wave) transducer, allowing fishermen…
Feb 27, 2024 After a long day on the water, having ample supplies of hot water for multiple showers and meal preparation is a welcome luxury. The 1700 Series Marine Water Heater from Raritan Engineering was created specifically for marine use. With a proven long-life design, it’s available with a 115V AC or 240V AC heating…
Feb 27, 2024 Rolling boats cause unsecured gear to slide, falling to the deck or floor. The extensive line of Soft-Mate™ Equipment Holders from Beckson Marine safely secures a wide range of equipment, protecting items from damage. Soft-Mate Equipment Holders are manufactured from a soft, flexible PVC compound, specially formulated for marine use. Each is designed for a specific purpose,…
Feb 27, 2024 VOKOL Acoustics announces the debut of world-renowned Boston Acoustics into the OEM marine audio sector with an exclusive partnership. This strategic collaboration combines Boston Acoustics’ expertise in audio engineering with VOKOL Acoustics’ experience in marine audio systems to develop high performance sound solutions for the marine industry. Features that made Boston Acoustics an industry pioneer – like the patented lens in front…
Feb 13, 2024 Dickinson Marine is so excited to finally introduce a new product that they have been working on for some time, The Dickinson Marine, Newport Explorer Propane Fireplace. This unit has been CSA approved for all RV’s, cabins, tiny homes and boats. It has many new and improved features that makes this fireplace the ideal heating appliance…
Feb 13, 2024 North Sails’s president, Ken Read discusses NPL at Dusseldorf introduction Last week at the Dusseldorf boat show and simultaneously around the world including in Canada, North Sails launched RENEW, a North Panel Laminate (NPL) sailcloth for cruising boats 25 to 45 ft. RENEW sailcloth is constructed from more than 90% sustainable sources,…
Feb 6, 2024 At a marina, there’s no better use of space for storing boats than a drystack facility, but they can be maintenance and personnel-heavy. Replacing forklifts with a semi-automated CAPRIA Ground-Running Stacker Crane can greatly increase productivity. Getting customers’ boats in the water in a fraction of the time it would take a forklift contributes…
Feb 6, 2024 Norwegian marine tech startup, Orca, announces the expansion of its chart coverage in North America, to cover the Canadian coastline and the Great Lakes. From today, Orca’s modern navigation system is available across the U.S. and Canada. The Canadian updates to the chart coverage will be available to all Orca app users, with immediate integration into Orca’s suite of smart planning…
Feb 6, 2024 Continuing to take the fishing, boating and outdoor industries by storm, PacBak’s newest product won two major awards at the recent Big Rock Sports Outdoor Expo distributor show. The new P60-MK Combo is an innovative multi-purpose cooler with an included industry-first portable vacuum sealer. Top honors for both Best Camping/Outdoor Product and Best Overall…
Feb 6, 2024 With the new Single Zone Lighting Control from Shadow-Caster, gaining complete control over a wide range of interior, exterior and underwater RGBW marine lighting fixtures becomes simple. The plug-and-play device uses a standard push button switch to cycle through an LED light’s color array and adjust their brightness. The innovative controller debuts at the…
Feb 6, 2024 The DuraSafe G-Cradle Bracket on a Garmin ECHOMAP Ultra unit with E-LOCKs. DuraSafe, a leading provider of innovative lock solutions for outdoor enthusiasts, is proud to announce the launch of its new G-Cradle Bracket lock for the Garmin® ECHOMAP™ Ultra 10” and 12” screen units. This revolutionary new security product is the only lock system available that prevents…
Jan 23, 2024 No matter how much you daydream about spending every day aboard your boat taking in some incredible adventure, the truth is that most of us aren’t that fortunate. The average boater gets out on the water on weekends when schedules allow. In between those trips, the boat sits idle for days or even weeks. Then there’s the…
Jan 23, 2024 By Morten Fogh After reading Interlux’s statement on the discontinued VC17 antifouling paint, we have prepared some of our recommendations: Bottomkote-CA Pros: Least expensive of the three available antifouling paints. Ablative paint (wears off as it loses its effectiveness), so minimal layer build up over time. Cons: Not as effective as the…
Jan 16, 2024 Simrad Yachting, a leader in marine electronics and navigation, has introduced the NSX® ULTRAWIDE, the world’s first fully-featured ultrawide marine display. Delivering all the benefits of dual screens in one place, the new NSX ULTRAWIDE is up to 63% wider than the NSX* and provides a more streamlined and immersive experience resulting in an elevated…
Jan 9, 2024 Bennington pontoon boats has announced the launch of an all-new apparel and accessories line designed specifically for owners wishing to elevate their experience and display their brand loyalty. With more than 100 new items, the product lineup includes apparel, hats, boating accessories, drinkware, coolers and more. “Bennington is known for premier offerings, and our new line…
Jan 2, 2024 Boats and buckets go hand in hand. Owners fill them with soapy water while boatyards, marinas, dealers, and manufacturers often use them for toting heavy parts and used lubricants. Either way, moving them can be back-breaking toil without the Lil’ Dolly Bucket/Pail Dolly from Beckson Marine. It’s the safe and easy way to move…