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CY & BIC Bonus Read!
It is May. Yay! It was a long winter, but summer is right around the corner and we are ecstatic! The sun is shining most days and we have much to smile about. As the days become longer and boats splash, let’s take the “Fuel Tank is Half Full” approach to our day and start thinking of messing about in boats. Have you stocked up the maintenance products on your Boat Supplies list? Check out Boat LIFE’s featured products in this edition of BEN. Why not treat yourself to a few new gadgets – maybe a new Lithium Powered Power Station? Total Battery features the Grengine Ultralite Combo, just scroll down. Oh, and Father’s Day is also right around the corner – Boat Dad ideas below! Enjoy.
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Boat LIFE *New Formula* Boat Cleaner
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Many boat soaps rely on chemicals so harsh, they end up stripping wax from your boat and are toxic to aquatic life. BoatLIFE has redeveloped its boat cleaner as an eco-friendly formula that won’t remove wax or other protectants. Extraordinarily tough on dirt and grime, it gets the job done without the use of harsh chemicals. BoatLIFE’s Boat Cleaner can quickly clean gelcoat, clear coat, painted surfaces, varnished surfaces, marine canvas and sailcloth. Highly concentrated, only a mere 2 to 4 ounces is needed per gallon of...
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Boat LIFE Release Adhesive & Sealant Remover
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Have unwanted residue from removing stickers, decals, tapes, labels or adhesives? Release Adhesive & Sealant Remover is the solution. Remove unwanted glue residue using Release paired with a scraping tool. Ideal for use in the removal of cured sealants from fiberglass, wood, metal and glass surfaces. Release can also simplify the use of sealants by allowing for a fast clean up of tools. Simply spray on, scrape off residue and wipe! Safe to use on most carpeted, vinyl, plastic and painted surfaces.
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Boat LIFE Liquid Life Wax
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Called the "king of waxes," Carnauba is renowned for its ability to provide a long-lasting shine in extreme environments. BoatLIFE, a division of Life Industries, introduced Liquid Life Wax® in 2019, one of its newest products. Made in the USA and developed specifically for marine use, the spray-on, pure-carnauba formula delivers hard-wearing, high-gloss protection for fiberglass, carbon fiber, gelcoat and painted surfaces. Unlike creams and pastes, Liquid Life Wax is fast and easy to use. Simply spray on, spread and...
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Boat LIFE Fibreglass Powder Cleaner & Stain Remover
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When people think of boats, they imagine clean, white and glistening. Cleaning fiberglass hulls with only soap and water often leaves disappointing results. Using Fiberglass Powder Cleaner & Stain Remover from BoatLIFE, your watercraft will sparkle with a like-new shine! Made in the USA, it removes a wide range of stubborn stains and prepares the surface for waxing. Heavy-duty Fiberglass Powder Cleaner & Stain Remover eliminates dirt, rust stains, scuff marks and black streaks. It's non-scratching and ideal for non...
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Lithium Powered Portable Power Station - carry power anywhere you need it
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A knockout combo! The Grengine UltraLite and an ultra-portable folding 80-Watt solar panel. Combine the versatility of the UltraLite with a solar panel that weighs 1.8 kg and folds up to 35 x 19 x 9.5 cm. Go anywhere and power just about anything without the need for any technical assistance. Work or play, indefinitely. IS IT JUST A BATTERY? No. It’s so much more! A 480-Watt hour, portable, silent, emission-free, lithium-ion, go-anywhere-do-anything electric generator. Despite being powerful, the UltraLite doesn’t use...
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Big Boat Bumpers – now available in Canada
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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’. The larger size of an inflatable Big Bumper provides protection not offered by conventional smaller bumpers. They are perfect for private docks, marinas and rafting up to other boats. Big Bumpers are fully customizable with logos and graphics. Inflated or...
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Dometic Marine introduces next-generation Pro-Trim Engine Trim Control System
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Dometic Marine has introduced an updated, next-generation Pro-Trim Engine Trim Control System with new attractive design engineered for use on a range of outboard powered boats. With its clean, modern design, straightforward installation and single or dual-function capability, Pro-Trim is an ideal choice for a range of high-performance boats. It makes an easy DIY upgrade for bass boats, bay boats, flats rigs and other popular boats. Properly adjusted engine trim and engine height can help a boat pop out of the hole...
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Mercury SmartCraft Connect expands VesselView functionality to Garmin and Raymarine displays
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Mercury Marine®, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), recently launched SmartCraft Connect, which allows boaters to use Garmin and Raymarine multi‑function displays (MFDs) to access detailed information about the status and operation of their SmartCraft‑compatible marine engines. For years, Mercury has made advanced engine monitoring and alerts available to boaters through its powerful VesselView technology. Now, with SmartCraft Connect, the company is broadening access to VesselView...
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Qwik-Fill makes battery maintenance fast and easy
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Flooded marine 12V deep cycle batteries need regular topping-off with distilled water to ensure peak performance. The Qwik-Fill Onboard Battery Watering System from Flow-Rite is the fast and easy way to perform this important task. It allows boat owners to maintain optimal electrolyte levels from a single, more convenient onboard location. The cornerstone of the Qwik-Fill Onboard Battery Watering System is its manifolds. Two are installed onto each battery in place of its fill caps and linked via the manifold...
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Dank and musty? Not with Iosso Odor Buster
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No matter how clean it is, a dank and musty boat or RV is unwelcoming. But it's easy to remove these stale, moldy smells with Iosso Odor Buster. Simple to use, it turns the space fresh and airy without merely masking the odors with heavy fragrances. Iosso Odor Buster has no aroma, nor does it leave one. Environmentally friendly, the unique formula neutralizes and eliminates common odor problems naturally. People with chemical sensitivities are unaffected by the product and it's safe to use around children and...
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New Two-Stage Stainless Steel DC Electric Table Pedestal
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Scandvik Inc. has expanded its range of DC electric table pedestals with the addition of a two-stage stainless steel model. Manufactured from beautiful and durable 316L stainless steel with a high luster polished finish, this unique pedestal is designed to appeal to the most discerning of boat owners. The oval, wide body tubular shape is in keeping with modern design and provides support to handle larger sized tables without unwanted movement – and a lifetime of trouble-free service. The pedestal is IP67 rated and...
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Small JBL system fits anywhere
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For anyone with a limited amount of dash or bulkhead area, but a desire for high-quality sound, it's hard to beat the JBL PRV-275 from Prospec Electronics. The fully weatherproof Bluetooth-enabled stereo receiver has a 2-3/4" color LCD display and built-in amplifier, yet only takes up 4-1/8" of space—the same size as a standard small gauge. The cutout requires a 3-1/2" hole. The round JBL PRV-275 offers a wide range of listening possibilities. Aside from AM/FM and weather band, it has a USB port, and aux and...
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Book Locker: Navigation
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First, two Canadian titles from Dominique F Prinet. Coastal Navigation: for Class and Home Study, by Prinet, Dominique, for CAD $29.95. This book is based on the notes prepared for students by the author during 20 years of teaching navigation, initially to private or commercial pilots, and then to sailors and professional mariners. It is illustrated with graphics which explain chart projections, scales and symbols, and describe lights and other navigation aids. It demystifies the True, Magnetic and Compass Norths as well as...
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Books: Sea Over Bow – A North Atlantic Crossing
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She never imagined herself on a sailboat, much less in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. “… a wave breaks right over us with a mighty crash. The boat shudders sickeningly, then is still for a moment, and water pours out through the scuppers. Then it all starts again. What am I doing here? I could be back at my condo right now, sitting beside the fire, a glass of wine in hand, a big fat book open on my lap.” The book is artfully written from the first chapter, beginning from May 22 to June 16 and followed by Landfall and finally...
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