November 24, 2021
Gear: The new Steiner Navigator series
The new Navigator Binoculars take Steiner’s marine series to the next level with innovative product features: The new open-hinge design reduces weight and enhances handling. Steiner’s poro-prism system offers auto-focus which keeps everything from your boat deck to the horizon crystal clear.
October 12, 2021
Honda Marine redesigns Honda BF115 and BF150 outboards – BF225 and BF250 Intelligent Shift and Throttle (iST®) models added to Canadian lineup
Updated features and benefits offer next level of product excellence by integrating innovative Honda cross-platform technology into high-demand marine products…
September 8, 2021
Schenker Watermaker
Watermakers take ocean water and create perfect drinking water using reverse osmosis. A Schenker Watermaker will allow you – whether you own a yacht, a sailboat or any vessel – to extend your cruising duration and increase your independency from marinas.
September 2, 2021
Gear: Tuffy Console Security Safe
If you’re headed out for a weekend afloat or on a week-long cruise you often must park your vehicle unattended and to keep your valuables dray and safe, it’s best to leave them in the car.
August 25, 2021
Raritan sanitation hose has impressive bend radius
Between the odor and working in confined spaces, replacing an onboard sanitation line is never a pleasant job. With Sani/Flex Odor Shield Marine Hose from Raritan Engineering, the task can be completed quicker and with fewer expletives. Incredibly strong, it has class-leading flexibility.
August 25, 2021
Cars on board: Mitsubishi’s striking new Outlander
For many boat owners who have gear to tote and the occasional stretch of bumpy road to negotiate, a mid-size SUV is just the ticket. Recently, I borrowed a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander and found it to be a fine ride with quite a few bonuses.
June 8, 2021
SUV on board: Test of the Subaru Ascent Limited
Most SUVs drive about equal but the Subaru Ascent is just that little bit different or quirky making it just that more fun and interesting to drive. The four trim-level Ascent line on a whole, are well equipped; it is the top model in Subaru SUV lineup. The Ascent I tested was the Limited edition with the second row captain’s chairs, which is optional on this model.
May 25, 2021
A Destroyer Wheel for virtually any boat
With 10 diameters from 11″ to 30″, there’s a Schmitt & Ongaro Marine stainless steel Destroyer Wheel to fit virtually any boat. The sleek polished wheel equally suits main or secondary helm stations. Its sophisticated design matches both classic and modern interiors, yet is rugged enough to shrug off the weather when installed outside.
May 11, 2021
Big Boat Bumpers – now available in Canada
Big Bumper Company brings to the marine industry one of the most effective inflatable boat bumpers and boat fenders ever created. Big Bumpers are much larger than traditional bumpers and fenders, available in large 18” and 24” diameters and lengths from 2’ to 12’.
April 28, 2021
THE GIFT OF ONBOARD SAFETY WITH HARKEN’S MARINE GRIP
If someone you care about is not so sure-footed these days, here is a thoughtful and affordable gift. You can apply Marine Grip on the boat, or on the dock.
April 6, 2021
Trucks on Board: Canyon and Colorado
First time in many years I was lucky enough to test both the GMC Canyon and the Chevrolet Colorado back-to-back. Now you might be surprised to find out that these two truck siblings do have little differences in trim and options. But for the most part they are the same when it comes to engines and drivelines.
March 24, 2021
New products: Yamaha Introduces Upgraded V MAX SHO
Yamaha Motor Canada has launched an upgraded 4.2-litre V MAX SHO® outboard, offering a full 40 percent more charging capacity and contemporary styling as it enters a new era of reliable service.
February 23, 2021
Mercury Marine Introduces New V12 600hp Verado Engine
On February 11, 2021, Mercury Marine, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), introduced the new 7.6‑liter V12 600hp Verado outboard engine.
December 15, 2020
Jeeps on Board: Rubicon Two Door
Over the years I have had a real soft spot for the Jeep Wrangler line of models. Recently I had the opportunity to spend some time with the go anywhere Rubicon and test its off-road and on-road capabilities plus how it could tow.
November 17, 2020
Vehicles OnBoard: Road Test of the 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 R
The problem with driving any full-size Pickup Truck or Sport Utility Vehicle is that when you are not towing anything, generally fuel consumption is not that exciting. For those of you who like to keep fill ups to a minim, Volvo just might have the answer.
November 16, 2020
Manson Supreme Anchor Holds Roberts 44 Through Hurricane Sally
PENSACOLA. FLORIDA (USA) – The owner of a Roberts DS440 credits his Manson Supreme Anchor with keeping his steel sailboat seaworthy when Category 2 Hurricane Sally struck the Florida panhandle on September 16.
October 29, 2020
ZIPPERED RIGGING SLEEVE
Protect your cables and hoses with this easy to remove rigging sleeve.
October 29, 2020
SAHARA MK2
Attwood is proud to introduceSahara Mk2, the ONLY automatic bilge pump that eliminates airlocks. What makes Sahara Mk2 so innovativeis thepatented X-Air™ Impeller.
October 21, 2020
Marquis Yachts Adds Outboards to the M42 Series
Almost a year ago to the day, Marquis Yachts re-launched the Marquis brand and introduced the world to the M42. Now they have added the triple outboard powered M42 for the buyers that want to seize the day. The outboard powered M42, in fact, is actually the standard power configuration for this model, and the inboards introduced a year ago are an option.
October 21, 2020
Vehicles on board (formerly cars on board): The GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation
Every once in a while I test a vehicle that I really find exceptional and this was the case with the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation 4WD. In the past, the vehicles I have tested from GM have generally been good but have never really stood out. The new Sierra I tested was equipped with the new 3L inline 6-cyclinder Turbo-Diesel that did make it stand out.
October 1, 2020
Spinlock XTX Softgrip Clutches
Drawing on experience in both mechanical and textile product design the new XTX Soft Grip Clutch uses a combination of new materials to offer mid load rope holding in a lightweight, compact device.
September 24, 2020
Kingston Anchors LTD Bow Roller Wheels
Your anchor launch and retrieval will go a lot smoother if your boat’s bow roller wheels are maintained.
September 24, 2020
Unimer U-Cleat Mooring Compensator
High quality mooring compensators are essential in line maintenance.
September 24, 2020
STREX Stretch Fastener
Designed to quickly convert the snaps on your boat cover into easy to use stretch fasteners.
September 24, 2020
Spinlock XTX Softgrip Clutches
Drawing on experience in both mechanical and textile product design the new XTX Soft Grip Clutch uses a combination of new materials to offer mid load rope holding in a lightweight, compact device.
September 22, 2020
Cars OnBoard: Test of The Ram 1500 Rebel Diesel
Editor’s Note: Our Cars on Board column has been taking you for a spin in cars and trucks that we feel are suited to the needs of boaters. That could be getting to your boat, towing it, hauling gear – that sort of thing.
August 27, 2020
SeaSucker Strap
Dive tanks are notoriously difficult to stow on a boat and can be outright dangerous if left unsecured in even a light chop. SeaSucker’s Single Tank Strap is the smarter alternative to permanently installed solutions.
August 27, 2020
4Ocean SeaSucker Trash Band
Waterways around the world are increasingly becoming choked with plastic trash. To stem the tide of this environmental crisis, SeaSucker’s partnership with 4ocean offers boaters a unique product that stores the trash they create and find, plus supports an environmental cause.
August 27, 2020
QuenchSea Desalinator
QuenchSea is an up and coming low-cost, portable, manually-powered device that instantly turns seawater into drinkable freshwater.
August 27, 2020
Big Orange Original Filter
The Big Orange Original Filter is connected to the vent line leaving your boats holding tank. Before any air can travel from your holding tank to the vent it must first pass through Big Orange and therefore eliminating odour.
July 30, 2020
MarineShrink by Layfield – The Boat Wrap with a Sustainable Approach to Plastic Waste
We all know that plastic and plastic waste is a huge issue globally. Driven by innovation and consumer demand for sustainable packaging options, Canadian manufacturer Layfield recently introduced BioFlex™ MarineShrink Boat Wrap coast to coast.
July 30, 2020
Magic Marine Tow
Don’t leave your toys at the dock this season. Wouldn’t it be great to take them with you?
July 30, 2020
Blue Guard Smart Bilge Pump Switch with Oil and Fuel Detector
With precise oil and fuel detection accuracy down to 0.04″, the BG-One minimizes the chance of environmental spills through selective pumping.
July 30, 2020
Pet Loader H2O and H2O XL
With Pet Loader H2O dog ladder your dog will no longer have to struggle to reboard your boat from the water.
July 30, 2020
Apropos Marine Overboard Boarding Ladder
When are you too old to cruise? When you can’t jump four feet off a moving boat onto a dock!
June 10, 2020
Rutgerson clutches now available in Canada, with advantages
Rutgerson is a world leading hardware manufacturer specialized in yacht equipment such as sail and deck fittings, blocks, clutches, tracks, hatches and portlights.