Zhik’s elite and deck gloves are the ultimate high-performance gloves (and gifts!) for sailors. The elite gloves with impact protection are a great gift for the avid sailor, and the deck gloves cater to anyone for all-around sailing and hand protection. Features include enhanced grip, silicone palm pads, stretch and breathability and a finger tab for easy removal. Gloves come in sizes XS to XXL in both full-finger or half-finger designs.
MSRP: $69.95 CAD
May 8, 2025 As we launch for another season, it’s critical to have the right equipment onboard. The Steiner Optics 7x50c Commander Binoculars with Compass feature an easy to grip, open bridge design and foldable winged eyecups to keep lateral light out of the eyes. With antireflection, high-definition lenses delivering sharp, clear images by day…
By Canadian Boating Staff Boating season is nearly here, and those winter daydreams are about to become a reality. Water sports, fishing, cruising, relaxing days at your favourite boat access beach… the possibilities are as endless as they are tantalizing. Which means it’s time to start thinking about getting the right gear for your ideal…
Dec 19, 2024 The internet is overflowing with witty boat shirts, but there are just a few that are dignified enough for our Xmas list. Your OnBoard research team did round up some last minute picks. Happy holidays! If you missed it, Part 1 is here Expensive toys Have you always wanted a Riva? …
By Mike Gridley Whatever your boating style, your time on the water is certainly enhanced by great tunes in your favourite music genre. Whether you enjoy listening to relaxing tunes or rocking out with the waves, there are many options for marine stereo systems for every budget and size and type of boat. Not unlike…
Sept 26, 2024 Looking for a way to document those upcoming boating adventures? Especially if your headed down south this winter, it’s probably time to invest in a waterproof camera. Unlike regular cameras, marine cameras are designed with water resistance in mind. Plus, they’re durable, dustproof, shockproof, weatherproof, and — of course — waterproof! Waterproof cameras…
June 27, 2024 The Weems Wayfinder 7 x 50 Binoculars (#BN30C) replaces the recently discontinued EXPLORER 7 x 50 Binoculars (#BN20C) and continues Weems & Plath’s tradition of providing high-quality optical instruments tailored for mariners and outdoor enthusiasts. The Wayfinder 7 x 50 Binoculars are designed to offer superior performance and durability in marine environments and…
By Craig Ritchie
Photos by Starcraft Marine
Building great boats has always come down to a mix of art and science, and that’s particularly true when it comes to meeting the biggest challenge of all—creating an appealing yet affordable family runabout. Buyers want a boat that is affordable but not stripped to the bare bones.
Enter Starcraft and its delightful SV 16 OB, an all-new-for-2025 family deck boat that elegantly balances comfort, amenities and affordability.
By Mark Stevens
Photos by Sharon Matthews-Stevens
As I shift our chartered canal boat into neutral, I’m soothed by the soundtrack of bird calls, the occasional plaintive horn of a distant train and the hum of our engine.
I reach for the VHF to radio the lockmaster in charge of Erie Canal’s Lock 32 dead ahead. Our boat spins gently in the current like a maple key in a mud puddle.
“This is Onondaga,” I say. “Headed westbound and requesting passage.”
