September 12, 2023
Mercury Marine launches Avator™ 20e and 35e electric outboards – raising the bar for performance, ease of charging and connectivity
Sept 12, 2023 Mercury Marine today introduced the Avato…
September 12, 2023
Gear: Folding Line Chocks Offer Surface Mount Versatility
Chocks that hold mooring lines in position enhance the functionality of any boat but can be difficult to install where they’re needed most, such as over bulkheads, adjacent to railings, on swim platforms or on narrow deck spaces. Accon Marine 502 series Surface Mount Folding Chocks not only boast a low-profile design but eliminate the need for cut-outs altogether. They facilitate quick and easy DIY installation just about anywhere, requiring only three screws.
August 22, 2023
Upgrade Boat Hardware in Minutes
Some owners hesitate to upgrade their boat’s hardware b…
August 9, 2023
Metal Polish from Iosso Products
Getting metalwork to gleam is an important part of any…
July 25, 2023
Keep Your Boat Hull Clean and Smooth for Fast Sailing!
When it comes to owning and maintaining a boat, there’s…
July 25, 2023
Environmentally Friendly Sunscreen
Research shows that close to 14,000 tons of sunscreen w…
July 11, 2023
New products: Chartplotter Integrates Shadow-Caster Lighting Control
Shadow-Caster has partnered with Johnson Outdoors to in…
July 11, 2023
New gear: Sleepless Summer Nights
“Why do I always wake up in the middle of the night in…
June 20, 2023
weBBoat Provides Web Access to Any Size Boat
Boats of all sizes are increasingly dependent on intern…
June 6, 2023
New tech: New Volvo Penta Joystick Driving – Integrated Shift, Steering, Throttle Control
Volvo Penta is announcing a new level of joystick drivi…
June 6, 2023
Zipwake Dynamic Trim Control System: FAQs
Zipwake has two different Series of products, Series S…
June 6, 2023
Boat storage: Golden Enhances Its Elevator Lift
The Elevator Lift is the solution for owners who want t…
May 23, 2023
The Book Locker: Off the Beaten Track
You’ve cruised Georgian Bay, Desolation Sound and The T…
May 23, 2023
Birds Can’t Rest on Wind Indicator with BirdSpike
Birds perching on top of a mast will quickly make a mes…
May 9, 2023
New products: Tank Monitoring on Smart Phone – “Smart Idea”
The Gobius C tank monitoring system distributed by Albi…
April 25, 2023
Speakers aim directly at skiers, boarders, surfers and tubers
Most marine stereo speakers produce music that bounces off the transom and reflects off the water, turning it into a distorted mush for anyone behind the boat. This is especially true when the volume is cranked up to be heard above the roar of an engine.
April 11, 2023
Marine toilet flushes wet or dry, manual or electric
Raritan Engineering’s first product was a simple toilet named the PH. Designed for recreational boating, it was so reliable it was chosen by the US Navy for use on its vessels.
April 11, 2023
Gear: Side Mirror – An Idea to Reflect On
Most boats don’t come equipped with a mirror. With the new Side Mirror Mount from SeaSucker, virtually any boat can have this important piece of safety gear without permanent installation. It’s perfect for helmsmen keeping an eye on skiers, tubers and wake surfers—and the occasional rowdy party guests.
April 11, 2023
Sponsored: Sea Coat SCL – Sea Speed Product White Paper
SEA-SPEED bottom paint is a revolutionary high-performance Silane-Siloxane bottom coating technology now available for pleasure craft vessels.
March 21, 2023
New ideas: KeelCrab Underwater Drone: A Revolutionary Way to Clean Boat Hulls
Storing, cleaning and maintaining a boat takes time, money and effort. Now the boating public has an exciting new tool to help with their upkeep: underwater drone technology.
March 21, 2023
Plugboats: IONized
There is always a lot of action going on at boat shows, but I was a bit startled at the Miami show to be walking along checking out exhibitors when just to my right I heard the music of Jimmy Buffett start up and looked over to see a small machine that was blinking away and lighting up like a robot from Star Wars.
March 17, 2023
Plastic Hinges Make Sense
Few people think about hinges until they begin to corrode and squeak and become difficult to operate. On a boat, plastic hinges make more sense than metal.
March 17, 2023
Start your spring prep with some reading
These volumes provide the in depth info you need from knowledgeable experts to get your boat in shape for the season.
March 7, 2023
New Gear: Compact Antenna Brings TV/FM Onboard
Televisions on a boat are increasingly commonplace. With the simple-to-install Glomex Avior VT300 Omnidirectional TV/FM antenna from GA Communications, it’s never been easier to bring analog and digital broadcasts onboard—at a price that’s hard to ignore.
March 7, 2023
Gear: Cascade Mountain Tech Steelcore 1000 Lumen Flashlight
With enough brightness to cut through the darkest nights, the Steelcore 1000 Lumen Flashlight has ample power for almost any boating adventure at an affordable price. A poly-nylon outer shell is durable and comfortable, while the steel core and IPX8 rating add abundant durability.
February 22, 2023
News: Hot off the Presses – the 2023 Boating Ontario Directory is Out
Boating Ontario proudly represents over 500 private & municipal marinas, boat dealerships and trade members across Ontario. However you love to enjoy your summer on the water, the 2023 Boating Ontario Directory has you covered.
February 22, 2023
Gear: Spring Fever – One Handle. Forty Tools
Mechanics use sockets instead of individual wrenches because it’s convenient and the tools take up less storage space. It’s no different with the Shurhold One-Handle-Does-It-All-System. Boat owners need only a single handle and any of over forty specialized quick-attach tools to get the job done fast.
February 21, 2023
Book Locker: Power to the Readers
Here are some titles that will keep you A-wake (groan). Pike’s long overdue analysis and review of modern powerboat design and operation explores how and why powerboats developed, and how design affects control and performance…
February 7, 2023
External Fluid Level Sensor Masters Varied Tank Shapes
From cone to cube, the Gobius C from Albin Group Marine precisely measures the exact volume and fluid level in tanks of virtually any shape, no matter the number of sides or angles, or composition. Taking only 15 minutes to install and configure, the maintenance-free device mounts externally.
February 7, 2023
Find the Roll in the Rolling Sea
Whether it’s in a wet head on a sailboat or a rocking cruiser, rolls of tissue are typically either limp and soggy from exposure to moisture or simply can’t be found. But with the Toilet Paper Holder, when nature calls, SeaSucker is ready to assist.
February 7, 2023
Yamaha introduces new 450-Horsepower XTO Offshore® Outboard and Integrated Steering in F200/F175/F150 Models
Yamaha Motor Canada kicks off 2023 with new product offerings including a new XTO Offshore outboard, which delivers greater convenience, enhanced technology and 450 horsepower.
January 24, 2023
Gear: Quick Release Drink Holders Install Where Others Won’t
Plentiful drink holders have become expected amenities on today’s boats but can be tricky to retrofit to older models, especially if the owner is uncomfortable taking a hole saw to their vessel or unsure of the precise location of hidden wiring and plumbing lines.
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.