This Saturday on Global TV, Steve continues the epic journey on the “pocket cruiser” from Toronto to New York via Montreal. But first, a detour to Oka to install a Canadian-made stern thruster and – with the help of a Quebec-based company – has a custom-made swim platform extension installed before tackling the historic Lachine Canal and heading into Lake Champlain – and the two dozen locks between Montreal and NYC.
June 27, 2024 Display mount enables quick and easy deployment of all Sirius Signal SOS eVDSD models. Sirius Signal, the world’s leader in marine safety distress signal innovations, has announced the launch of a suction cup mount for all SOS distress lights it makes. In seconds, the mount can be deployed on any flat, smooth surface — horizontal and vertical…
Nov 23, 2023 The Paul R. Tregurtha is the longest active lake freighter on the Great Lakes at 1013.5 feet long, 105 feet in the beam, and has a depth of 56 feet. She is a bulk carrier powered by 2 × MaK 6M43C four-stroke diesel engines, 8,160 HP (6 MW) each at 514 RPM….
July 25, 2024 What are they, when can they occur and what should you do if you encounter one while boating. What is a Waterspout There are two types of waterspouts depending on their origin. The tornado type (the most intense) results when a tornado moves out over the water. This waterspout has all the…
Electronics are usually the single biggest difference between a brand-new boat and one that you might have bought five or ten years ago. The tech advances have been coming thick and fast for several years now and show no signs of slowing down. In this feature, we have selected a series of the latest electronics products with an emphasis on great new Multifunction Displays since those are the gateway to the world of functions that you can add to your boat.
Sponsored Content July 25, 2024 The Annapolis Sailboat Show (October 10-14) is an easy sell. Simply put, it’s the largest sailboat show in the world with over 200 sailboats and more than 550 exhibitors. If you’re looking to see the best of what the sailing industry has to offer, rendez-vous with likeminded sailors, or brush…
In preparing for this article, I bounced a few ideas around, from interviewing other parents to finding “experts” in childcare or sourcing the best products for childproofing, but then I remembered something I heard a lot when our son was born that, at first, sounded dismissive but in retrospect was sage wisdom: “You’ll figure it out yourself.”
Throw away the box, this is some fresh thinking
Seemingly part sailboat and part spaceship, the new Jeanneau Yachts 55 just busted through the boundaries of traditional yacht design. I couldn’t take my eyes off the bubble hardtop that met me at the dock and I stepped aboard with trepidation. A few hours later, I was planning how to spend my not-yet-won lottery winnings.
By Dave Rozycki
Over the past seven decades, Ontario’s marina industry has developed alongside some of Canada’s largest freshwater lakes. Boaters have been able to enjoy the beautiful scenery and create lasting memories on the water, with certain marinas dating back to the 1960s. As we reflect on this rich history, we can begin to see trends in how our footprint may have had an effect on the environment, in not-so-positive ways. However, by embracing innovative solutions and adopting sustainable practices, both marinas and boaters hold the key to preserving and enhancing the quality of our lakes and marine life for generations to come.
