December 10, 2014
Electric Bicycle Gocycle G2 Launched
Offers Test Driving Experiences Throughout South Florida Global yacht brand expands lifestyle collection to include revolutionary, award-winning electric bicycle VanDutch is launching the newest addition to its deluxe lifestyle collection—Karbon Kinetics Limited’s Gocycle G2, the ultimate high-tech, electric two-wheeler, which received at its August 2012 inauguration the EUROBIKE Award honoring innovation across the bicycle industry.
December 10, 2014
Cruising World Names Leopard 48’ Best Catamaran
Sidney’s Coastline Marine Yacht Sales, Canada’s only Leopard Catamaran dealer, announces that Cruising World Magazine has rated the Leopard 48’ sailing catamaran, their #1 Best Catamaran EVER. Leopard catamarans are built in South Africa, by long time catamaran builders, Robertson & Caine.
December 10, 2014
New Vancouver Island Marina Becoming a Reality after 30 Years in the Works
The Victoria International Marina will be Canada’s first luxury Marina catering exclusively to larger recreational yachts and their owners. With just 30 slips ranging in length from 65 to 140 feet this Marina represents an unprecedented opportunity to secure a west coast home for only a few discerning clients.
December 10, 2014
British Cycling Grows By Over 500%, Can Sailing Do The Same?
On Monday 17 November, an impressive line up of speakers at the 13th International Sailing Summit (ISS) shared ideas and best practice from around the world, demonstrating how the sailing industry can change to increase and retain participation, through innovation, technology and cultural changes.
December 10, 2014
Jingle Bells and Downwind Tales
The 2014 Christmas Caribbean Rally starts on December 14th, from Marina Rubicon in Lanzarote, bound for Nelson’s Dockyard Antigua. The theory is that by mid-December the trade winds are better established, making for a faster and more comfortable crossing; last year, the quickest cruising boat completed the crossing in just 13 days. If this proves to be correct again this year, the first arrivals are expected into Nelson’s Dockyard, Antigua from around 27th December, with the majority of the fleet arriving in time to celebrate New Year in the Caribbean.
December 10, 2014
Use Bitcoins to Purchase Luxury Yachts
Yachting industry leader Denison Yacht Sales has announced that it will now accept the online peer-to-peer payment system, Bitcoin, for yacht purchases and yacht charters. The cyber currency is becoming an increasingly popular way to purchase many different types of goods and services including electronics, food, automobiles, travel and even education.
November 26, 2014
Georgian Bay Water Levels Bounce Back
Observers caution it’s too early to say rise more than a blip. Water levels in the middle Great Lakes have bounced back dramatically nearly two years after hitting historic lows. But just because the water is higher doesn’t mean the problem is solved, say those working to keep the issue of low water levels in the public eye.
November 26, 2014
St-Barth Cata Cup :New Winners on the Island
Morgan Lagravière and Arnaud Jarlegan first at the St-Barth Cata Cup. Architectonik wins the 7th edition of the regatta. Everyone was expecting a battle between Besson and Cammas. In the end, Morgan Lagravière took the Champion’s title of the 7th edition of the St-Barth Cata Cup with a near-perfect journey. The Marché U day ended with a friendly race to Public.
November 26, 2014
Yet Another successful PINK Boat Tour, Sponsored by Naden Boats in Support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation
The 2nd PINK Boat Tour came full circle in North Bay on October 5th, when the winners were selected at the annual Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure North Bay. Janice Heidman of Parry Sound is now the owner of a Pink Naden, one of only two ever made. Heidman takes the helm of a 14-foot Pink Naden Fisherman aluminium boat package that includes a 15-hp Tohatsu motor, Yacht Club Trailer and a safety and mooring package.
November 26, 2014
Navionics Boating App Now Integrates a Fishfinder Screen for iPhone Or iPad
Use it as a supplement to onboard systems with convenient wireless access anywhere on the boat, or as an affordable option for smaller vessels like runabouts, dinghies, or kayaks.
November 26, 2014
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2014 – BAVARIA YACHTBAU Opens Office in the USA
In October BAVARIA opened its new office in the USA at Fort Lauderdale in Florida. This is the second direct representation from the German Shipyard and follows the Bavaria Shanghai office opened recently. Under the name of BAVARIA YACHTS AMERICA, this office based in Florida will supervise the US market, Canada and the entire South American region. The BAVARIA YACHTS AMERICA operation is represented by Vincent Guiot, Sales Director at BAVARIA.
November 26, 2014
Teagel Is an Eco-friendly Air Purifier Which Naturally Removes Stubborn Onboard Odours
Unlike other products that simply mask odors, TEAgel® harnesses the unique properties of authentic Australian Tea Tree Oil to naturally degrade odor-causing mold, mildew and bacteria, leaving only a pleasant odor behind. It is available in (US) 4 ounce, 8 ounce and 16 ounce jars.
November 26, 2014
Dockshockle Line Snubber Reduces Shock Loads
Davis Instrument’s DockShockle is a fast, easy way to add a shock absorbing element to dock lines. Available in black, the 12″ DockShockle safely absorbs shock loads on smaller, lighter boats up to 40′. It features a patented line limiter and progressive tension design to ease constant or sudden shock loads. It also has a 316 stainless steel carabiner on each end to allow for quick, simple and easy adjustment.
November 26, 2014
iPad Case with Protection, Power and Embedded GPS+GLONASS Navigation
Snow Lizard’s SLXtreme case for iPad goes beyond waterproof, rugged protection to embed Bad Elf’s GPS+GLONASS receiver right inside the case, instantly adding worldwide location support to WiFi only iPad (Generation 4) – without an internet connection or monthly subscription.
November 26, 2014
New Aquatic AV® Marine Audio Products at METS 2014
New In-Dash Mount Media Players For Digital Devices Aquatic AV will introduce two models of media players that can be mounted in dashboards. The new models will accommodate large smartphones and media devices including the Samsung Galaxy Note and the new iPhone 6 Plus.
November 19, 2014
Jefa Steering Wins Dame 2014 – Design Award Mets
Bill Dixon, Chairman of the Jury, presented the prestigious DAME Award 2014 at the commencement of METS this morning to the Steering Traveller from Jefa Steering ApS of Denmark. The jury praised the product for the way it offers a genuine solution to chain/wiresteering. In addition to this overall winner, six category winners of the DAME were also announced during the Breakfast Briefing, the official start of METS 2014 which will be held until Thursday 20 November in Amsterdam RAI.
November 14, 2014
Lost in a Nova Scotia Fog
You have all run in a fog at some time or other in your yachting careers! It is a safe bet that none of you like to do it – in spite of the satisfaction that comes when you pick up your buoy, or begin just where it should be, after you have run your distance down – and most of you agree with the men who follow the sea for a living rather than for pleasure that they would sooner face gale of wind than a fog of any duration. When you get them both together, however, you are indeed in hard straights, especially when the land is close aboard.
November 12, 2014
2015 Vancouver Boat Show Kicks Off The Boating Season
Annual event returns in January to launch a new year on the water. Western Canada’s premiere boat show, the Vancouver International Boat Show, presented by Boating BC, is returning in the New Year, giving boaters an early start to the upcoming season. Running Wednesday, January 21 to Sunday, January 25, 2015, the 53rd annual event will host more than 250 exhibitors showcasing the best and biggest selection of boats and boating products.
November 11, 2014
November 11 2014: Remembering All Our Fallen and the Great War
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the commencement of the First World War. It was called the “Great War” and the “War to End All Wars”. (If only the latter were true. No one thought to call it the First World War, until there was a Second.) Many historians are of the view that the Great War was a defining moment in the history of Canada marking the birth of a truly independent nation. This month, is the month that we traditionally pause to reflect and honour ALL those who sacrificed life, limb, youth and opportunity in both World Wars, and all the many other engagements in which Canada has participated, to preserve the freedoms that we enjoy today.
November 10, 2014
He Didn’t Even Have Time To Sew His Wings Onto His Uniform
Downed Second World War plane recovered from Lake Muskoka
November 10, 2014
MeyGen Project Tidal Array Development Wins Prestigious International Award in Halifax
The 398MW MeyGen project has been awarded the first ever ‘Navigator Award’ at the International Conference on Ocean Energy (ICOE), in recognition of the project’s significant contribution to global marine renewable industry.
November 10, 2014
Sea Ray® Is Honoured With Four More Awards For Excellence In Customer Satisfaction
Sea Ray has been recognized for excellence in customer satisfaction for the tenth year in a row, earning four 2014 Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Awards from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and bringing the company’s total to an unprecedented 59 CSI Awards over the years of the honour.
November 10, 2014
West Marine Announces Canadian Store Closures – Probable Future Web Focus
During their recent message to West Marine shareholders in the West Marine 3rd quarter conference call, Matt Hyde, CEO announced that West Marine will close all of their Canadian stores in 2015.
November 10, 2014
The Moorings Debuts Crewed Charters on the 4800 Sail Catamaran in Nice
The Moorings has introduced crewed yacht charters on the 4800 Sail Catamaran in Nice, France. Complete with an onboard captain and gourmet chef, a crewed charter provides travellers with an all-inclusive and highly personalized vacation at sea. From expertly crafted cuisine and cocktails to gorgeous vistas accessed with ease, a journey aboard a crewed yacht charter is an exceptional way to explore Nice and the French Riviera.
November 10, 2014
Your Voice Can Affect Change: Trent Severn And Rideau Input Needed
Canadian Yachting magazine has closely followed the changes in policy/services/fees along the Trent Severn waterway and Rideau canal waterways that have been legislated over the recent past. It is possible to guess at the ramifications of changes to hours of operation, maintenance crews and other staff and locking fees on both marine-related businesses and boaters alike. However in order for meaningful change to be affected, the government needs to know exactly what your experience has been. As a boater on these waterways what have the changes meant to your experience? Have you changed your boating habits as the regulations of the waterways have gone back and forth? What are you hearing from other boaters, cottagers, businesses along the waterways?
November 10, 2014
CPS-ECP Announces Members Of Board Of Directors And Executive Committee For 2014-2015
Last week the CPS-ECP held their annual AGM in Quebec City, QC. The event was held at the gorgeous Chateau Laurier and was well attended. Participants enjoyed a fun and productive few days in the heart of Old Quebec. The Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons have now announced their list of members of the Board of Directors as well
November 10, 2014
Harbour West Marina Looking to Attract Larger Boats
New 80-ton Con-O-Lift from Kropf Industrial of Parry Sound Ontario boosts Marina’s ability to serve recreational market. Harbour West Marina, operated by the Hamilton Port Authority (HPA), has acquired a new lift for recreational boats, capable of handling vessels up to 80 tons.
November 10, 2014
Seattle Boat Show Offers Special Travel Packages
West Coast’s largest boat show just one of many reasons to visit Seattle in January. The Seattle Boat Show (Indoors +Afloat) is so popular it attracts visitors from 41 US states, six Canadian provinces and as far away as Dubai.
October 29, 2014
What’s Your Pleasure for Winter Getaways?
The ‘experts’ are predicting that the winter of 2015 is going to be as intense in Canada as last year’s, complete with an early start and a late finish and lots of snow. Record numbers of Canadians set out on both pre-planned and last minute sun vacations in 2014 to try to beat the winter blues. At Canadian Yachting we are interested to know how you plan to not let winter get you down this year. It’s always nice to read and dream about cruising and getting away during the winter months but when we are hit with a long, hard season it’s even better to plan a trip. So what’s your pleasure?
October 22, 2014
The Trent-Severn Waterway closed for another year on October 13, 2014
Parks Canada encourages the public to use caution in and around canal structures and channels. From mid-October to the end of May, the canal’s lock stations are closed and their use is at one’s own risk. Unmarked hazards may exist. Wet leaves, ice, and snow may remain on stairs and walkways and ice conditions on the waterway can vary. Over the non-navigation season, aids to navigation may be missing, off-station or inoperable until next spring.
October 21, 2014
What to Watch for in the December Issue of Canadian Yachting Magazine
It’s our special annual Marine Electronics issue with the theme – “Are You In A Fog About Electronics? ” Starting with two interesting ‘reads’ about being lost in fog, the December Canadian Yachting magazine brings our readers a definitive Guide To The Latest Marine Electronics chosen for their capabilities to get you home safely in dense fog.
October 21, 2014
Got a Boating Question? It’s Your Turn to Ask the Experts
CY is working with long time sailing instructor, author and founder of InformedBoater.com, Rob MacLeod. Rob is constantly amazed at what he doesn’t know about boating and sailing. Fortunately, coming up to his 40th anniversary in the boating industry, Rob has a long list of ‘experts’ that he can call on to get the information he needs.
October 21, 2014
On Board Reference Doubles As Log Book
What’s the VHF channel to hail the fuel dock? When’s the last time the oil was changed? Will a friend know where to find the shackle key? Boaters will find a wealth of such information in Bernard Engraving’s Boating Manager series.
October 21, 2014
Friendly US rivalry on the Island
St. Barth Cata Cup should be one of the most exciting in the history of the event. Top international sailors like Leff Dahl, Franck Cammas, Emmanuel Boulogne, Patrick Demesmaeker and Patrice Ivaldihave all signed-up for this year’s edition of the race. For sailors Michael Easton and Matthew Whitehead, it will be an opportunity to put all past rivalry aside since they will be teaming up for the regatta.
October 21, 2014
Kingston Marine Museum Hopes To Stay Afloat
Long before Kingston Penitentiary was closed down by the federal government, its fate left swinging in the winds off Lake Ontario, there was the sad tale of the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes.
October 21, 2014
Alistair Murray Recognized with First Annual United States Sailboat Show Sailing Industry Distinguished Service Award
Celebrating a successful opening day of the 45th United States Sailboat Show, the Annapolis Boat Shows hosted a launch party to welcome a star-studded cast from the sailing industry to Annapolis.
October 21, 2014
Mercury Marine and Florida Sport Fishing TV Educate Boaters on Invasive Species
Mercury Marine, the world leader in commercial and recreational marine propulsion and technology, has partnered with Captain Mike Genoun of Florida Sport Fishing TV to educate boaters and divers on invasive species and the irreparable damage they can cause to the ecosystem.
October 9, 2014
Beneteau Presents Top Gun Award to Blanche Morgan at Annapolis
At the Beneteau dealer meetings held at the US Sail show in Annapolis, Blanche Morgan of Anchor Yacht Sales of Port Credit Ontario was presented with both The Top Gun Award for highest sales volume for Beneteau Yachts in North America but also the top sales person for the sales of boats under 40 feet. Blanche received both trophies and the honourary Pain Killer from Group Beneteau.
October 8, 2014
Ten Thousand Bucks Available For The Best Safe And Clean Boating Outreach Projects
Clean BoatApply for a BoatUS Foundation Grassroots Grant – Available to both Canadian and US entrants. Like the name implies, the goal of the boater-funded BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is to educate boaters about safe and clean boating. The Foundation is looking to fund Grassroots Grant projects that utilize new, innovative approaches that encourage safe and clean boating among the boating public.