January 24, 2023
Book locker: Cruise into 2023
January weather got you down? Dive into a Cruise guide (from Canada or down south) and get away from it all.
January 10, 2023
New Gear: Web Connectivity Made Easy with the WeBBoat Link
The need for onboard web connectivity has become commonplace—for both vessel systems and passengers and crew. The Glomex weBBoat® Link IT1304 series of Internet devices from GA Communications offers scalable solutions to receive satellite, Wi-Fi and North American 3G/4G cellular signals up to 20 miles offshore.
December 22, 2022
Explore Lake Ontario and The 1000 Islands with the NEW PORTS The Cruising Guide
The NEW edition of PORTS Cruising Guides: Lake Ontario and The 1000 Islands is available NOW!
December 20, 2022
Book Locker: Dorothy’s picks
The fine folks at the Nautical Mind have been stocking their shelves and website with one thing – boating books, charts, PORTS guides –boat topics, especially from Canadian sources, exclusively. This dedicated bookstore that has been a fixture on Toronto’s waterfront for years, remains true to its roots. Count us lucky!
December 6, 2022
Getting connected for safety first
The December issue of Canadian Yachting once again featured the magazine’s Annual Marine Electronics Special compiled by Andy Adams. While the feature is packed with a wide variety of brilliant electronic gear, Andy also took time to laud the VHF, the one piece of equipment virtually all of us have onboard.
November 29, 2022
Marine Electronics – Staying Connected in 2023
The world of marine electronics is just on fire in terms of development. You can almost name any function that you could dream up and somebody is offering it. We are just heading into the traditional boat show season and this year there is a big difference from past years.
November 22, 2022
Gear: Tiny Phone Controller Fits Paddle to Steering Wheel
On the water, most people store mobile devices in safe but relatively inaccessible spots. This makes music playback and receiving calls difficult— but here’s the JBL Click Bluetooth wireless controller. Easily attached to a steering wheel, stanchion, bimini rail, wakeboard tower or paddle, it provides instant control of an Android or iOS smartphone.
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 22, 2022
Gear: Bluetooth Device Addresses Marine Tank Sensor Problems
Internal mechanical marine tank sensors are plagued with problems that cause inaccurate readings. Jostling fluid will move the float—even in containers with baffles—and over time, arms and pivot points tend to get sticky. Capacitive sensors can likewise fail once they accumulate calcium, magnesium, phosphorus alloys and other chemicals.
November 22, 2022
Book Locker: Let’s go around the world (or at least dream about it)
When the weather turns ugly, how many of us contemplate just taking off, maybe forever. Long distance cruising requires commitment, skill and a certain kind of mindset. Here’s some approaches to consider as winter closes in.
November 15, 2022
ICE MAKER – READER’S CHOICE
Nothing is worse than going to the freezer to find that you’re out of ice. With a portable ice maker, your worst nightmare will no longer come true.
November 15, 2022
GOVINO WINE GLASSES – READER’S CHOICE
Highly regarded by our readers as some of the best wine glasses for marine use out on the market are Govino wine glasses.
November 15, 2022
TEAK WINEGLASS RACK
Teak accents and accessories are always a good idea. Keep your glassware safe with this appealing teak wineglass rack that can hold up to 8 wine glasses.
November 15, 2022
TUBING’S GONE BANANAS
The Hot Dog Banana Tube (aka “water weenie”) guarantees a summer full of laughter and fun.
November 15, 2022
MAN OVERBOARD!
(Hopefully not!) Give the gift of safety this year with the Outils Oceans Magic Re-Board Emergency Ladder.
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.
November 15, 2022
KEEP WARM AND STAY STYLISH
Elevate your style onboard this season with Gill’s OS32J Men’s and Women’s Coastal Jackets.
November 15, 2022
MERCURY QUICKSILVER INFLATABLE
Quick to set up and quick to stow, the Quicksilver inflatable is the perfect inflatable for portable and affordable fun.
November 15, 2022
PUT YOUR HANDS UP!
Zhik’s elite and deck gloves are the ultimate high-performance gloves (and gifts!) for sailors.
November 15, 2022
SAIL SMARTER THIS SEASON WITH CYCLOPS
Gift a sailor in your life a new gadget this season with Cyclops Marine’s smarttune and smartlink wireless sensors.
November 15, 2022
PADDLE YOUR WAY THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS
The Aqua Marina Vapor Inflatable SUP Paddle Board is the perfect gift to get excited about for exploring the waterways this upcoming season.
November 10, 2022
Explore the Trent Severn Waterway with PORTS The Cruising Guide
Gift the cruising boater’s essential companion to one of the most popular Canadian boating destinations.
November 10, 2022
CANADIAN POWER AND SAIL SQUADRON MEMBERSHIP
Give the gift of a CPS membership this year to join a community of passionate boaters who are committed to safety, boating education, and having fun on the water.
November 10, 2022
GARMIN GPSMAP 743XSV
The GPSMAP 743xsv plotter has a new slimline design featuring edge-to-edge glass and a smaller unit footprint making it easier to retrofit in a wider range of dash configurations.
November 10, 2022
MUSTANG MiT 100 AUTO ACTIVATION PFD
It’s always a great idea to upgrade your PFDs. Especially those old, thick and bulky ones sitting in your locker that you make all your guests wear.
November 10, 2022
FUSION APOLLO MS-RA770 MARINE STEREO
The DJs in your life will thoroughly enjoy the Fusion Apollo marine stereo.
November 10, 2022
GIVE THE GIFT OF SAVINGS THIS SEASON
Gift a Dock Links Membership – a discount program that’s all about bringing boaters more benefits, more savings, and more fun.
November 10, 2022
ENHANCE YOUR MARINE ENVIRONMENT CONCERTS WITH JBL
JBL’s new R3500 Wake Series Source Unit is the perfect gift for music connoisseurs.
November 10, 2022
ADD SOME SPARK THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
The CAMCO Stow N’ Go 160 Grill by Kuuma is the perfect BBQ for your grilling enthusiasts.
November 10, 2022
RAYMARINE AXIOM 9, MULTI-FUNCTION 9″ DISPLAY WITH NORTH AMERICA NAVIONICS CHART
Upgrade your electronics this year with the performance-tuned Axiom Plus – a new generation of Raymarine multifunction displays.
November 10, 2022
GIVE THE GIFT OF STRESS-FREE BOATING
C-Tow is Canada’s largest on-water towing fleet that provides 24/7 emergency response, 365 days a year from coast to coast.
November 10, 2022
STEINER NAVIGATOR BINOCULARS 7×50 WITH COMPASS
The Navigator, with a 50mm lens diameter and 7x magnification, is the perfect gift for under the tree this year.
November 9, 2022
Pump Help for Winterizing
Preparing a boat for winter storage involves moving a lot of liquids before the cover goes on. With Beckson Marine’s 109PC Siphon-Mate® Pump, removing the last remains of bilge, freshwater tank, and holding tank water, and other fluids is fast and easy.
October 25, 2022
Formula restores lustrous shine to metals and more
Metal exposed to the elements quickly tarnishes, rusts or collects limescale, losing its lustrous shine. With Peek Polish from Sudbury, it’s quick and easy to bring new life to stainless steel, chrome, brass, bronze and other boat and RV surfaces. Its four-in-one action cleans, polishes, restores and protects 38 different solid materials.
October 25, 2022
Book Locker: How about cruising in the Mediterranean?
Winter getaways usually mean the Caribbean but if you go right now or in the spring, the weather might work for you. Here are some titles to assist the dreaming.
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.
October 12, 2022
New Products: Extinguisher Stops Lithium Battery Fires
Fires resulting from lithium battery cell failure are notoriously volatile and fast evolving. Conventional fire suppressant and extinguishing agents are not designed to combat them.
September 20, 2022
Book Locker: Looking South
What happened. Where did our summer go? Well, never mind that, it’s time to start thinking about winter getaways. Here are some titles to prime the dreaming.