July 23, 2013
Water-Resistant Lines Let Boaters Tie With Confidence
Essential marine accessories, fender and docking lines help protect the boater’s valuable investment. Adding to its lineup of high quality Titan Marine chain products, Canada Metal (Pacific) now offers some of the most well-constructed dock and fender lines on the market. Made from a low-stretch polypropylene material with water-resistant coating, these durable lines remain strong yet supple. The company’s controlled manufacturing ensures that its pre-spliced Titan dock lines stay balanced and torque-free, with no unlaying, even under the heaviest loads. High twist yarns and strands create a dense, round rope resistant to abrasion and snags.
May 17, 2013
Portable CLAM Excels at Measuring Water Quality
One critical issue after the catastrophic Deepwater Horizon spill was detecting pollutants suspended in the water column. The spill’s sensitive nature demanded direct, quantifiable measurements of ultra-trace levels of oil and toxins. C.I.Agent Storm•Water Solutions came to the rescue with its Continuous Low-Level Aquatic Monitoring (C.L.A.M. ) System, providing valuable extraction data for 3 months. While thankfully such post-disaster monitoring is rare, the portable C.L.A.M. essentially brings the water quality laboratory to the field for many other applications. This state-of-the-art, small submersible extraction sampler uses EPA approved SPE (Solid Phase Extraction) media to sequester oil, gas, pesticides,
May 17, 2013
Rocker Stoppers Put Brakes on Boat Roll
Boat roll while at anchor or drift fishing is at the least, uncomfortable and at the most , nausea-inducing. Rocker Stoppers from Davis Instruments help dampen this annoying sensation with a simple, inexpensive device that is easily configured and installed. Rope is strung through Rocker Stoppers at equal 18″ intervals with a 5-10 lb. weight attached at the bottom. Hanging amidships off each side of the boat, three Rocker Stoppers per side will steady boats up to 26′ long. For larger craft , a graduated scale of 4 to 8 units per side help stabilize boats from 27′ up to 50′ . They are effective on both power and sailboats. When used without a weight, Rocker Stoppers assist drift fishing by slowing movement substantially. They also are great to hang below the end of a floating dock to reduce swaying.
February 26, 2013
Keep the Tension Where You Need it with a CamJam Tightener
Whether you’re setting up equipment or bundling and attaching extra gear to your bag, Nite Ize’s new CamJam and CamJam Small Cord Tighteners will make any tightening a stress-free task. Compact and lightweight, this innovative new product is designed to lock light loads securely into place with a simple pull of a cord. Simple in structure and versatile in use, this CamJam Cord Tightener will be any outdoor enthusiast’s new best friend! The CamJam Cord Tightener is an easy, knot-free way to tighten, tension, and secure cords. It may be small in size, but if offers big functionality where you
January 31, 2013
Bennett SLT Trim Tabs
Bennett, a well-regarded manufacturer of hydraulic trim tabs, has recently introduced “passive” trim tabs that do not need power. These are available in six-inch width for boats 10 to 14’, and in 10-inch width for boats 14 to 20’. Using only unpowered hydraulic actuators of Bennett’s own design, these tabs will provide bow-down control at speed, at prices below $200, much less than their powered siblings.
January 31, 2013
Pirit Heated Hose
Fresh water freezes in winter so what do you do when you need water all winter? Recognizing this need, Paulin & Co. developed just the product, an electrically heated garden hose. With heating elements fabricated right into its walls, the 5/8-inch hose has its power supply through an electrical cord at the supply end. It can be set to operate automatically and turn on at 45 degrees F (7 degrees C) and off at 57 degrees F (14 degrees C) or higher.
January 31, 2013
Scotty Trap Puller
Scotty has a winner with their new trap puller. Fitting into a standard Scotty gunwale mount, this puller will haul up about 100 lbs, enough for up to three prawn traps and perhaps two crab traps. The 12-volt high-torque motor draws only about 15 amps. With a horizontal windlass and an extension arm and directional pulley, it is easy to mount and use. It can also be dismounted when it’s time to switch to a down-rigging fishing system. Finally, fishing and trap gear on one mount. About $500.
January 28, 2013
Time for a Greener Choice in Boating Anodes
When it comes to making environmentally friendly choices, the tradeoff is not always paying more for something that doesn’t work as well. Boat owners seeking a “greener” sacrificial anode have an option that works better than the old, familiar zinc versions while costing less: aluminum anodes. Aluminum is a far better environmental anode choice than zinc. Though zinc is a heavy metal—not particularly desirable to have in excess quantities in water—the bigger concern is with the percentage of cadmium that zinc anodes must contain in order to work as anodes. Cadmium is a nasty heavy metal, with its use and disposal becoming increasingly restricted and regulated. In anodes, it’s of considerable concern to scientists studying estuarial pollution and its inevitable presence in aquatic life, especially once in the human food chain.
January 24, 2013
Don’t Let a Clogged Head Cut The Cruise Short!
With Raritan’s Atlantes Freedom Toilet, boat owners can declare their independence from clogged heads. Now this excellent performing toilet features the company’s Vortex-Vac discharge system. This technology creates a vacuum internally, so no remote vacuum pump or tank is required. It also eliminates the need for foot pedals and other mechanical components that can fail. Unlike typical vaccuum toilet systems, a convenient, built-in shredder with stainless steel blades transforms waste into small particles to reduce clogs. A unique discharge loop eliminates odours and enables the bowl to hold water, similar to home toilets. Vortex-Vac is quiet, efficient and has both low-power consumption and
January 24, 2013
Retrofit a Sunroof to Your Current Boat
Almost all the latest cruisers feature an electric sliding sunroof because enjoying the fresh air and warm sun is one of the best parts of boating. But, what if you have an older boat with a hardtop? With Webasto’s new Series 40 Marine Sunroofs, boat owners can bring more of the outdoors inside. This new roof platform offers a sleek, low-profile and is designed to fit in smaller boat roofs. The Webasto Series 40 features a reliable, intelligent E-Drive system that self calibrates. This sliding sunroof operates on 12V DC. With an attractive design and safety glass, it offers a 74″ x 54″ opening. Similar to other Webasto Sunroofs, the Series 40 is extremely quiet and has a watertight seal. Options include a sunblind/fly screen, fixed panel for panoramic views
January 23, 2013
Remote Controlled Tender Lift
FreedomLift has manufactured a unique tender lift system, designed to enable boat owners to carry their tender or PWC (Personal Water Craft) with consummate ease. Some tender lift solutions are expensive, some are poorly designed, unattractive or heavy. FreedomLift has technology which allows tenders to be affixed to boats and carried with minimal hassle and effort. FreedomLift’s Removable Lift Arms enable the tender to be elevated much higher above the water, providing it with safety and protection from rough sea conditions and ensuring that the tender remains in good condition.
August 24, 2012
Pro-Furl Spinex Spinnaker Furler
Setting a spinnaker just got easier thanks to the introduction of a totally new approach – a top-down roller furling mechanism from Pro-Furl. This impressive product helps tame one of the most frustrating, and sometimes dangerous jobs in sailing, setting and retrieving a spinnaker. Traditionally this has meant some monkey-like fore deck work and some awkward retrieving sail hardware from a little-used storage bag, then reversing the process and trying to stuff a large and sometimes wet sail into a bag that seems too small, and doing all this with poor footing on a heaving deck with no hand-holds for steadying.
June 27, 2012
Electro-Scan Waste Treatment System
With increasingly stringent waste discharge legislation in both Canadian and US waters, boaters looking for waste removal solutions have at least a couple of options. Holding tanks are the obvious first-level fix but, of course, these need a pump-out station and there are not many of those on this coast. Raritan has another option for vessels up to 65’ in length.
June 27, 2012
Anchor Rode and Chain from CMP
The new integrated chain and rope anchor rode from Canada Metals (CMP) is a welcome addition to ground tackle for any boat. Canada Metals (CMP) is no stranger to West Coast boaters – most of us have been using their anodes for years. In an effort to expand their product offerings, this past year CMP management purchased Rocna anchors to complement their Titan brand chain products.
May 8, 2012
Footprint Boats
This entirely new boat design is definitely from the “and now for something completely different” school of design. Why not a family-oriented boat that incorporates a number of features from the inexpensive and compact, pop-up tent trailer designs? Pop-up tent trailers were introduced decades ago for motoring families and they opened up comfort camping to those who wanted a bit more in the way of amenities than ground-pitched tents could provide. We used one for many years when we camped throughout northern areas in our younger years BB (before boats).
May 8, 2012
Softlines Mooring Lines
Spring commissioning is a great time to take a close look at mooring lines – is an upgrade or replacement in order? After handling mooring lines all last summer, we quickly became fans of softer polypropylene ropes, especially those from Softlines. These are the ultimate in softness in the hand and are super flexible, even in the cold. Like all poly lines, they float and so are less of a danger of fouling props or running gear. We also like how Softlines provide eye-splices through strongly stitched nylon webbing. Tests show the line will fail before the web attachments do.
May 8, 2012
Maxwell RC Series Anchor Windlass
Maxwell has put some effort into designing a windlass system with a gypsy that will accept any manufacturer’s chain profile. This was a challenge as there is no common standard of profile of chain even for a given size, including G4, Metric, BBB or proof coil, for example. And it’s further complicated as many boats use a length of chain that is spliced to nylon line for the remainder of the rode. A windlass has to be able to handle all these variations. The result is a new series of anchor windlasses, the RC6, 8 and 10. Each has been designed to accept common chain sizes and its accompanying nylon line.
May 8, 2012
Harken Performa Winches
Sailing hardware manufacturer Harken is offering a new set of performance winches that are specifically designed for sport sailboats or performance cruising sailboats from 30 to 50 feet in length. Performa winches are midway between Harken’s two existing winch sizes and are specifically designed for smaller diameter, high-strength lines such as Dyneema and Kevlar /PET-covered lines that are common on this size of sailing craft today. The winches are built of rugged components and have composite self-tailing jaws, which are shaped for easy line entry and give the best in gripping power on the winch drum.
April 18, 2012
Protect Your Boat From Chafing With “No-Wear” Guards
Chafing and rubbing from mooring lines, sheets, halyards and fender ropes can ruin the appearance of your boat and cost a fortune to fix. No-Wear Guard can stop the chafing damage on almost every kind of boat. No-Wear chafe guards are the first in the world to combine high-quality, flexible marine grade stainless steel with an aircraft-quality adhesive, creating a product that will look great and protect your gel coat, wood or plastic for years to come.
October 26, 2011
Whale Pump
Whale electric products, including the universal freshwater electric pressure pumps, are designed to retrofit any existing pump location with flexible feet that absorb vibration and reduce noise.The Whale Gulpers for toilet and shower waste both boast a unique, virtually unblockable valve design and multi-directional head means that they can be mounted almost anywhere. The Whale Quick Connect plumbing system does not require collet clips and therefore is less expensive, easy and fast to install. The unique 'Double Gripper' and o ring seal combination prevents leaks.
October 26, 2011
MARINE PRODUCT – Lewmar CPX Windlass
Lewmar identified the need for a high-quality product that is lighter than the all stainless steel deck unit. Subsequently, the CPX deck unit features an alloy base. With an emphasis on reliability, Lewmar has reduced the number of parts without compromising on performance, making the windlass easier to service. Lewmar strives to keep up to date with new developments in the motor/gearbox industry, constantly testing new products coming to market, and the CPX Windlass is no exception. The result is a highly reliable, light weight, high performance windlass.
October 26, 2011
Big Orange Holding Tank
The Big Orange holding tank vent filter is easily installed on the vent line of your holding tank and begins working immediately by filtering the air coming from your holding tank to remove the odour. In fact, the Big Orange holding tank vent filter uses the same activated carbon pellet technology that is used in industrial exhaust scrubbers to eliminate the odour coming from your holding tank. Big Orange boasts a large carbon pellet volume, more than any other vent line filter available on the market. It lasts longer and works better. Unlike "the other guys", the Big Orange holding tank vent filter uses an easily refillable cartridge so you don’t need to buy a new filter every year.
October 26, 2011
Raritan Atlantes Freedom ® Toilet
The Raritan Atlantes Freedom ® Toilet has powerful bronze cutting blades designed to "shred" most objects. It is now available in two bowl sizes: standard household and elongated. Enjoy the freedom from clogged toilets and marine size bowls. There are no fuses or relays inside the unit and timer module (A8 model only) can be removed and the toilet will still operate.
October 29, 2010
Interchangeable Accessory System From Tallon Marine
Tallon Marine won a 2007 NMMA Innovation Award Recipient in the Hardware Fittings category for its very clever and practical Tallon Marine receiver systems. They offer both non-powered receivers and powered receivers that can be factory-installed or retrofitted in almost any type of vessel in minutes! The Tallon Marine receiver consists of a bracket that is the main platform for such accessories as beverage holders, rod holders, equipment brackets and even chart table lamps, courtesy lamps and more. Galley Guy approved!
June 22, 2010
Harken’s New Radial Winches
You could say that the winches are the engine of every large sailboat, helping the sailor to haul in far higher loads, far faster than their strength could normally manage and also trimming the sails by playing out sheet with control and precision…at least until the winch grinds or jams from salt or grit.
November 16, 2009
Attwood ‘s Water-Buster Battery-Powered Pump
A versatile pump with many uses, including removing water from dinghies alongside the dock. Three D batteries (not included) pump for 5 hours. 200gph open-flow capacity. Submersible. 42" hose stows neatly around the pump.
November 16, 2009
Pela Oil Extractor
The PELA 2000 is a scaled down version of the popular PELA 6000. With all the same convenient features, simply pump 4 to 10 times to create a powerful vacuum. Then watch the oil drain neatly into the calibrated container. The PELA 2000 is designed for those who have small jobs but don`t want to pay the higher prices of the bigger pumps.
November 16, 2009
HRO System’s Seafari 170 Mini Watermaker
Gain the luxury of high quality in a smaller capacity watermaker. The HRO Seafari 170 contains the most advanced features, equipment and benefits available on any reverse osmosis watermaker of its size. It is manufactured with a low maintenance design for easy use and simple routine service. The Seafari 170 is the most cost effective and dependable way to solve your fresh water needs. Enjoy drinking water with no worries.
November 16, 2009
Rule-Mate Bilge Pump
The Rule 1100 offers impressive pumping power for its size and cost. Competitive models in this pumping range are much larger and far more expensive. 12 Volts DC.
November 16, 2009
PLASTIMO’s Flexible Water Tanks
Flexible, light and form-fitting, these tanks use a PVC bladder inside a tough, abrasion-resistant nylon outer “envelope.” Maintenance is easy because the inner bladder can be removed for cleaning and inspection. The bladder is slightly oversized so pressure is exerted on its nylon shell, rather than on the heat-welded seams. 1 1/2" 90° fill and 1/2" straight outlet fittings ready to install.
November 15, 2009
Accon’s Stainless Hangers Keep Fenders In Place
Fastening fenders to the side of a boat can be tricky and time-consuming. Accon Marine's 401-R Fender Hangers enable boat owners to easily place and remove fenders without repetitive tying and untying.
November 15, 2009
Master Lock’s 3-Pack Keyed Alike Laminated Steel Padlocks w/Molded Covers
1-9/16" (40mm) wide laminated steel body for superior strength High-tech thermoplastic shell designed to withstand the elements Hardened steel shackle with molded cover
November 15, 2009
Bomar’s Flagship Series Stainless-Steel Elliptical Portlights
Style, functionality and simple installation are all features designed into the Flagship Series portlight. The elliptical portlight’s sleek design offers a large viewing area through a smoked 3/8" tinted acrylic lens. The exterior is beveled so it doesn’t collect water, allowing installation in angled cabin sides.
November 15, 2009
Seafit Stainless-Steel Samson Post
A classic, beautiful way to make large lines fast to your vessel. Top-of-the-line stainless steel with a pre-drilled stainless backing plate . 8'' x 4.5'' x 7.25''H Requires 1/2'' bolts
November 15, 2009
Fortress Anchor FX07
Precision-machined from an aluminum alloy that is as strong as steel, but only half the weight. Easy to manage weight Rustproof
November 15, 2009
Bridgeline’s Braided Dock Lines
Nylon double-braided dock l are made with 100% white nylon yard or Firestone-coloured yard and are specially designed to provide excellent strength, flexibility and colour retention. Nylon double-braid offers predictable controlled elongation, UV protection, and resists abrasion, oil, rot and mildew. Bridgeline's specially designed torque balanced construction is fully splice-able and is the ultimate choice for dock lines, anchor lines and fender lines.
November 15, 2009
Taylor Made Dock Corner Bumpers
Taylor Made dock corner bumpers protect those water toys from jarring impacts with the most unforgiving part of the dock. Marine grade PVC is strong, pliable and attractive, yet extremely functional. Avialable in white. 10-1/2 x 10-1/2 x 3-1/2
November 15, 2009
Lewmar Delta Anchor
Lewmar anchors lead the world in innovation engineering in a range that provides a solution for any anchoring requirement. The range encompasses galvanized, stainless steel, dropped forged and fabricated anchors. Each model displays unique design features making it easy to find the anchor specific to your needs.
November 15, 2009
Lofrans Cayman Windlass
Lofrans Cayman windlass features horizontal chain or rope for boats from 26-46'. Sturdy, sleek and compact. This windlass features a 1000W motor, standard manual override, all chain retrieval and separate rope capstan. Mounting studs thread discreetly into the housing. Windlass available in a white painted or anodized aluminum finish.