Whether it’s following a summer heat spell or a long winter’s storage, opening a closed-up boat can be an overwhelming olfactory experience. Port rain shields by Beckson Marine help protect boats from water ingress while allowing fresh air to freely circulate. This can mitigate interior mildew formation and the inevitable buildup of stagnant air.
This serves as a notification that Walker Bay Boats, LLC is discontinuing the production of the following products effective immediately: Genesis, Superlights, Walker Bay 8, Walker Bay 10, and Sailkits.
Seawater plumbing systems must be maintained to prevent clogging. Many users don’t realize how quickly calcium carbonate builds up in the hoses and connections when flushing with seawater. Plus, whether using fresh or saltwater, uric scale adds to the problem.
Extremely adaptable, Schmitt & Ongaro Mini Horns will fit in the tightest of spots and can be top- or flush-mounted, or hidden inside the boat. Betraying their compact size, the six 12V models produce clear and commanding tones of up to 114db to comply with ABYC A-23 standards. Recordings are at www.bit.ly/HornTones.
Building on the legacy of the GPSMAP 78 series, the GPSMAP 79 series introduces an all-new design with modern display features that are specially crafted for a life on the water.
Center consoles, pilothouse fishing boats and other vessels that have had to “make do” with uncomfortable porta-potties can now benefit from a top-quality, self-contained gravity toilet system from marine sanitation leader Dometic.
Adding a quality marine stereo solution with a wireless Bluetooth® controller has never been easier than with the JBL-R3500 WAKE source unit and paired wireless JBL Click. Available from ProSpec Electronics, the combination of all-weather products are simple to install and use, and deliver audiophile-level sound at a highly competitive price.
Boating Industry Canada News Week was on hand at the Raymarine introduction of Cyclone™, the newest range of open-array radars, conceived and crafted to give mariners the confidence to tackle the harshest conditions, gain distinct advantages in the hunt for fish, and safely navigate busy waterways. The introduction was at the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show, October 26.
Increasingly, modern boat hulls are offered in gray—the same color traditionally used for non-glare decks. When it’s time to install a fitting or rebed a port, white and black caulk just doesn’t look right. That’s why premium Life-Calk® from BoatLIFE now comes in gray. It has all the same benefits the sealant line is known for but designed to match surrounding surfaces perfectly.
Constant exposure to sunshine, rain, tree sap, bird droppings and dirt can make even the most cared-for outdoor fabrics look dingy. Iosso Water Repellent is the easy way to protect synthetic and natural textiles and maintain their water resistance and original vibrant colors.
Hubbell Marine’s line of Intelligent Dockside Power Pedestals will set any marina apart from its competition. They deliver a prestigious bespoke dockside experience for owners and captains while streamlining the power delivery operation for dockmasters.
It’s frustrating to begin a washing project only to find a tool or cleaning product is missing. With Shurhold’s Deluxe One Bucket System, it’s simple to store everything in one place. Made in the USA, the innovative wash station takes boat detailing to a new level.
Boost your riding experience with the new BRP GO! App. This just-released, free app connects the power of your smartphone with the easy-to-view, full-color, 7.8-inch-wide gauge display for access to a variety of ride enhancing functions. BRP GO! takes smartphone integration to a new level on select Sea-Doo watercraft models, with music functions and navigation functions.
Smartgyro is a gyro stabilization technology specialist with a mission to elevate the entire boating experience with its complete range of advanced gyro stabilizers. Ideal for new builds and refit installations on recreational powerboats and light duty commercial vessels…
At the International BoatBuilders Exhibition & Conference (IBEX), Honda Marine unveiled HondaLink® Marine, putting smart boating into the hands of boat owners. The new, integrated smartphone application provides owners with complete, remote monitoring capability and ownership information for boats anytime from anywhere.
Boaters with NavNet TZtouch, TZtouch2, or TZtouch3 systems and limited space for a Radar antenna will be excited to learn about a new option from Furuno that encompasses all of the Solid-State Doppler features that make their NXT Radars a must-have.
The new XPLORE Battery Charger from Xantrex, the first of its kind that can charge batteries in a vessel containing multiple battery chemistries – for example, a lithium-ion house battery and lead-acid engine start batteries – all from a single charger!
Dockmate®, manufacturer of advanced wireless remote controls for yachts, has announced expanded compatibility and new functionality for select engines.
Attwood, a division of Advanced Systems Group (ASG) by Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) has announced the launch of the all-new PowerBase Series at the 2021 IBEX tradeshow in Tampa.
Even the most mundane in-water service project can turn into a headache if the boat being worked on accidentally hits something, resulting in a marred finish.