Canadian Yachting December 2022

CY 12/22 Cover

Nov 10, 2022

The December issue of Canada’s Boating Magazine comes to you with a big red bow on it this time! You won’t want to miss our annual Holiday Gift Guide and Marine Electronics issue where our own Allegra Smith-Herriot and Andy Adams have curated an amazing list of favourites and upgrades for your boating loved one’s (and maybe a little prezzy for yourself, too – shhh, we won’t tell).

In Boat Reviews, Andy shares the amazing Neptunus 650 Fly. Andy and CY Ambassador, John Armstrong visited Neptunus earlier this fall and spent the afternoon on this beautiful craft. You won’t be disappointed. This is yet another fine vessel produced by the experts at Neptunus.

In our DIY section, Andrew McDonald shares his experience in Part 2 of the 26’ Contessa electric re-power. If you have ever considered repowering your own boat, be sure to read this! If you haven’t already done so, read Part 1 in the October CY, written by boat owner Matt Bera.
Destination Lake Superior! Jennifer M. Smith’s story of her unique Great Lakes boating experience is not to be missed.

As always, the Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons offer great boating articles in The Port Hole, their featured supplement. CPS-ECP offers many boating courses that can only make you and your family better boaters. Why not sign up for your Fall & Winter courses now that summer is over. Check their course calendar at www.cps-ecp.ca .
Shop On with the CY Holiday Gift Guide & Marine Electronics issue. Enjoy!

 

 

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