April 25, 2024
Ask Andrew: How to Keep your Brightwork Bright
Before Photo Apr 25, 2024 In the early spring, just aft…
April 19, 2024
Trailering: Go boating where you want with a trailer boat rig
There are lots of important rules (Federal and Provincial law and the Highway Traffic Act) with respect to trailering. The most important first considerations should be: Can my vehicle handle the job? Is my trailer road-worthy? Do I have all the components in working order that will allow me to be safe and secure while driving?
April 8, 2024
Ask Andrew: Understanding Fiberglass
Most of the boats on the water in Canada today are made using fiberglass – which is essentially a layer of fibrous stands, infused with a resin that will chemically react with a hardener, to make a strong, solid block.
March 26, 2024
Written is partnership with ML Marinas: Boating Season is Upon Us – Is Your Boat Launch-Ready?
Mar 28, 2024 This early spring-like weather has left ma…
March 26, 2024
Len’s Cove Lessons in Boating: Is 2024 a Good Year to Buy a Boat
Mar 28, 2024 After years of a rollercoaster boat market…
March 26, 2024
Ask Andrew: What Story is Your Gelcoat Telling?
Mar 28, 2024 Note the chalky appearance As kids we’re t…
February 20, 2024
Ask Andrew: Mid-winter boat hugs
Feb 22, 2024 obvious engine damage – likely water was l…
February 13, 2024
Thinking of Becoming a Looper? Tips from a Looper who has done the Loop Twice
My husband Pat and I had always had the urge to head south when we retired. We heard about the Loop when a couple of our friends decided to do it. As Canadians, we joined the America’s Great Loop Cruising Association (AGLCA) for the wealth of information they have on their website.
February 13, 2024
Expand Your Horizons with Adult Learn to Sail
Growing up our dad had a beautiful wooden Knarr and when he could no longer get his daughters to sand and varnish the hull, he bought a new Islander 36. I have fond memories of sailing with Dad, however, none of his daughters was ever allowed to take out the boat without him. Thankfully he purchased an Albacore for his girls to sail… and race.
February 6, 2024
Marine Surveys – The What, How and Why – Part 2 My Survey
Feb 8, 2024 By Marc Robic In Part 1 of this series, Mar…
January 23, 2024
Marine Surveys – The What, How and Why – Part 1 Intro
Jan 25, 2024 by Marc Robic It is important to note that…
January 23, 2024
Sponsored: A New Boater Guide to Finding Your Dream Boat
Jan 25, 2024 Finding the boat of your dreams should be…
January 23, 2024
Maintenance: Why It’s Important to Stabilize Fuel
Jan 25, 2024 From Mercury Marine No matter how much yo…
January 23, 2024
Ask Andrew: Dealing with Pesky Pests
Jan 25, 2024 bird droppings cover a deck A boat trip ca…
January 9, 2024
Be Safe Around Cold Water This Year!
Jan 11, 2024 The Canadian Safe Boating Council hosts bo…
January 9, 2024
Ask Andrew: Off-season Prop Repairs
Jan 11, 2024 With boats out of the water and underwater…
December 20, 2023
How to Plan a Yacht Charter
Dec 21, 2023 By Ian Pedersen The yacht charter vacation…
December 20, 2023
The Boat Nerd: Using Electronic Visual Distress Signals in Place of Pyrotechnic Distress Signals
Dec 21, 2023 As a pleasure boater with a vessel that is…
December 19, 2023
Ask Andrew: Customers and Boat Yards – Part 2
Dec 21, 2023 In Part 1 I took a look at how customers f…
December 5, 2023
Ask Andrew: Customers and Boat Yards – Finding the Right Match
Dec 7, 2023 I hear stories about boaters’ experiences w…
November 21, 2023
Know-how: A Guide to Boating Etiquette
Nov 23, 2023 Everyday good manners are only common cour…
November 21, 2023
Ask Andrew: Winter battery storage
Nov 23, 2023 a great time to clean up wiring and termin…
November 6, 2023
Ask Andrew: VC17 – Some Facts and Suggestions
Nov 9, 2023 The News: Boaters were met with signs like…
October 24, 2023
Ask Andrew: Post haul-out checklists
Oct 26, 2023 The end of the boating season is not on th…
October 10, 2023
Five Common Questions About Proportional Speed Control Bow & Stern Thrusters
Sponsored Content: Oct 12, 2023 Most electric motors we…
October 10, 2023
When is the Best Time to Buy | Fall?
Oct 12, 2023 By Sean Horsfall It seems natural to ask w…
October 10, 2023
Ask Andrew: Pre- haulout checklists
Oct 12, 2023 review of the engine systems Boat yards, m…
September 26, 2023
Safety: What’s Different About Fall Boating? 3 Tips
Fall is the time to increase your boating safety preca…
September 26, 2023
Ask Andrew: Electrical Testing Onboard
two examples of common digital multimetersSept 26, 2023…
September 12, 2023
Ask Andrew: Diagnostics explained
Occam’s razor is a problem-solving principle that I often use in my work as a marine technician. It’s simple but is also often overlooked; and it’s easy to when we’re confused or scared of the outcome and its effect on our investment.
September 12, 2023
Sponsored – Be safe on the water this season
Sept 12, 2023 According to the Drowning Prevention Rese…
August 22, 2023
Outboard or Sterndrive – which is better for you?
Not sure if outboard or inboard/outboard (sterndrive) p…
June 6, 2023
The Importance of Practicing Boater Etiquette
Heading out on the water should be an enjoyable experie…
