Nov 16, 2023
Brighten up someone’s day!
The seaLeaf is a lightweight, rigid and rugged carbon fibre solar panel that clamps to railings, biminis and arches without struts or strings. The quick-release cam-lock hardware is simple to install yet provides instant adjustability to maximize solar intake. The Canadian-made seaLeaf only weighs 5 lbs and is abrasion and impact resistant.
MSRP: $855.00 CAD
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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
North Sails, the industry leader in innovation, has created a sustainable alternative to elastic bands or wool ties used to pack downwind sails. North’s Blue Book service procedure has added STOP TABS™ sewn on top of existing luff tape, eliminating the need for packing materials that inevitably litter the water. North’s convenient fix allows sails to maintain their performance while complying with ISAF’s environmentally friendly Rule 55.
At last month’s Toronto boat show, there certainly was a lot to see. One exhibitor Woodard and Company had a couple of brand new and noteworthy items that will be in marine stores soon.
John Bartnick is the developer of The Dry Boat System and he had a pair of identical fiberglass runabouts on display. Both were boats with foam cored construction but one had been cut open extensively to repair and replace the wet and damaged core while the other was being dried out using a dry air injection system applied to the bad core areas using
Designed to quickly convert the snaps on your boat cover into easy to use stretch fasteners.
Ratcheted strap allows quick, easy attaching.
Throw away the box, this is some fresh thinking
Seemingly part sailboat and part spaceship, the new Jeanneau Yachts 55 just busted through the boundaries of traditional yacht design. I couldn’t take my eyes off the bubble hardtop that met me at the dock and I stepped aboard with trepidation. A few hours later, I was planning how to spend my not-yet-won lottery winnings.
By Dave Rozycki
Over the past seven decades, Ontario’s marina industry has developed alongside some of Canada’s largest freshwater lakes. Boaters have been able to enjoy the beautiful scenery and create lasting memories on the water, with certain marinas dating back to the 1960s. As we reflect on this rich history, we can begin to see trends in how our footprint may have had an effect on the environment, in not-so-positive ways. However, by embracing innovative solutions and adopting sustainable practices, both marinas and boaters hold the key to preserving and enhancing the quality of our lakes and marine life for generations to come.
