February 20, 2024
Mercury introduces Joystick Steering for Single-Engine Vessels
Feb 22, 2024 Mercury Marine, on February 14th, introduc…
February 20, 2024
KLK Tips: Quality Boat Canvas Means Quality Window Material
Feb 22, 2024 Clear plastic (Polyvinyl or Polycarbonate)…
February 6, 2024
Water Heater Offers Heat Source Choices
Feb 8, 2024 After a long day on the water, having ample…
December 19, 2023
Extraordinary Cooler Keeps Adventures Fresh
Dec 21, 2023 Whether boating, fishing, paddling or camp…
November 13, 2023
The “Marriage Saver” 2Talk Bluetooth Headsets
Nov 16, 2023 Cut the noise and improve communication du…
November 13, 2023
Bespoke Carbon Fibre Steering Wheels for Sailboats and Powerboats
Nov 16, 2023 Upgrade your wheels with a new carbon fibr…
October 24, 2023
Equipment: Lifts for Larger Boats
An elevator lift Owners of larger cruisers, offshore pe…
October 10, 2023
Genesis GV80: Towing plus Sex Appeal
Oct 12, 2023 Like boats, vehicles present some needs to…
September 26, 2023
New Outboards: Honda Brings All-New BF350 to Canada
Sept 28, 2023 Honda Marine just announced the launch of…
September 12, 2023
Mercury Marine launches Avator™ 20e and 35e electric outboards – raising the bar for performance, ease of charging and connectivity
Sept 12, 2023 Mercury Marine today introduced the Avato…
September 12, 2023
Gear: Folding Line Chocks Offer Surface Mount Versatility
Chocks that hold mooring lines in position enhance the functionality of any boat but can be difficult to install where they’re needed most, such as over bulkheads, adjacent to railings, on swim platforms or on narrow deck spaces. Accon Marine 502 series Surface Mount Folding Chocks not only boast a low-profile design but eliminate the need for cut-outs altogether. They facilitate quick and easy DIY installation just about anywhere, requiring only three screws.
August 22, 2023
Upgrade Boat Hardware in Minutes
Some owners hesitate to upgrade their boat’s hardware b…
July 11, 2023
New gear: Sleepless Summer Nights
“Why do I always wake up in the middle of the night in…
June 6, 2023
Boat storage: Golden Enhances Its Elevator Lift
The Elevator Lift is the solution for owners who want t…
May 23, 2023
Birds Can’t Rest on Wind Indicator with BirdSpike
Birds perching on top of a mast will quickly make a mes…
April 11, 2023
Marine toilet flushes wet or dry, manual or electric
Raritan Engineering’s first product was a simple toilet named the PH. Designed for recreational boating, it was so reliable it was chosen by the US Navy for use on its vessels.
April 11, 2023
Gear: Side Mirror – An Idea to Reflect On
Most boats don’t come equipped with a mirror. With the new Side Mirror Mount from SeaSucker, virtually any boat can have this important piece of safety gear without permanent installation. It’s perfect for helmsmen keeping an eye on skiers, tubers and wake surfers—and the occasional rowdy party guests.
March 21, 2023
New ideas: KeelCrab Underwater Drone: A Revolutionary Way to Clean Boat Hulls
Storing, cleaning and maintaining a boat takes time, money and effort. Now the boating public has an exciting new tool to help with their upkeep: underwater drone technology.
March 21, 2023
Plugboats: IONized
There is always a lot of action going on at boat shows, but I was a bit startled at the Miami show to be walking along checking out exhibitors when just to my right I heard the music of Jimmy Buffett start up and looked over to see a small machine that was blinking away and lighting up like a robot from Star Wars.
March 17, 2023
Plastic Hinges Make Sense
Few people think about hinges until they begin to corrode and squeak and become difficult to operate. On a boat, plastic hinges make more sense than metal.
February 22, 2023
Gear: Spring Fever – One Handle. Forty Tools
Mechanics use sockets instead of individual wrenches because it’s convenient and the tools take up less storage space. It’s no different with the Shurhold One-Handle-Does-It-All-System. Boat owners need only a single handle and any of over forty specialized quick-attach tools to get the job done fast.
February 7, 2023
Find the Roll in the Rolling Sea
Whether it’s in a wet head on a sailboat or a rocking cruiser, rolls of tissue are typically either limp and soggy from exposure to moisture or simply can’t be found. But with the Toilet Paper Holder, when nature calls, SeaSucker is ready to assist.
February 7, 2023
Yamaha introduces new 450-Horsepower XTO Offshore® Outboard and Integrated Steering in F200/F175/F150 Models
Yamaha Motor Canada kicks off 2023 with new product offerings including a new XTO Offshore outboard, which delivers greater convenience, enhanced technology and 450 horsepower.
January 24, 2023
Gear: Quick Release Drink Holders Install Where Others Won’t
Plentiful drink holders have become expected amenities on today’s boats but can be tricky to retrofit to older models, especially if the owner is uncomfortable taking a hole saw to their vessel or unsure of the precise location of hidden wiring and plumbing lines.
November 22, 2022
Tenders: Luxury RIB for Bigger Yachts
Many consider a tender a utilitarian means to an end—mere transportation. Argos Nautic’s RIB tender, such as its semi-custom GT14, is statement about the yacht. With room for seven adults, the 13′ 10″ outboard-powered vessel reflects the same levels of refined quality and luxurious comfort as its mothership.
November 15, 2022
NODUS FACTORY SOFT FITTINGS
We all know a particular sailor when it comes to gear and performance out on the water… and The Nodus factory soft shackles and fittings are the perfect gift.
October 12, 2022
New product: Telescopic Shade 2500
The versatile new Telescopic Shade 2500 from Webasto Thermo & Comfort North America, Inc., is an industry-changing accessory to provide boaters relief from the sun, whether they’re relaxing in the bay or running out to a cruise.
September 20, 2022
Products: Hatches Open 180 Degrees
Worn plastic hatch covers can detract from a boat’s appearance and its functionality, especially once cracks develop around attachment points.
September 2, 2022
New gear: Speedy Wireless Trailer Lights
More than 3/4 of all recreational boats (power and sail) are under 26 feet and towable.
August 23, 2022
Atlantes Freedom Provides Residential Comfort
Many boat toilets have dimensions similar to a five-gallon bucket—and are nearly as uncomfortable. The Atlantes Freedom from Raritan Engineering offers residential-style comfort in both full household and elongated bowls, and the option for the familiarity of a traditional stainless steel flush handle.
August 23, 2022
Technology: MarsKeel Uses Dissimilar Metal Combination Keel For 76-Foot Yacht
Working alongside a US-based designer and boat building company, Burlington ON-based MarsKeel Technology recently provided a dissimilar metal combination keel for a 76-foot yacht.
July 19, 2022
Pumps Feature Interchangeable Cartridges
With Albin Group Marine’s new line of Cartridge Submersible Bilge Pumps, Aerator Pumps and Twinport Aerator Pumps, it’s easy to swap the motor cartridge between models.
May 11, 2022
Quick release hardware eases bimini top operation
While collapsible bimini tops offer boaters a welcome escape from direct sun, deployment and storage can sometimes prove a real chore. Accon Marine 400-Series Quick Release Bimini Top Hinges make it easy for even novice boaters to set up or take down shade structures in minutes.
April 20, 2022
Volvo Penta launches Assisted Docking retrofit upgrade
Volvo Penta is launching its Assisted Docking system as a retrofit upgrade for many yacht owners with Volvo Penta IPS (Inboard Performance System), from the year 2012 and onwards.
April 1, 2022
Zipwake Interceptor System
I’ve been doing powerboat reviews for Canadian Yachting magazine for over 40 years now and I want to confess to a bias I have – I don’t use the trim tabs in my reviews. I want to feel how the boat naturally runs without using the tabs to adjust the ride angle or the side-to-side trim.