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Monday, May 22, 2017

Siren Marine LLC, a pioneer in Connected Boat™ technology, has announced a late-May 2017 release date for its breakthrough MTC™ boat monitoring and tracking system, and companion iOS and Android apps. More than two years in development, Siren Marine’s MTC™ technology enhances the overall boating experience by

tags: safety, Software & Apps

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

KJM Applied Concepts announces the Nauti-Glide Mooring System, a better way to tie-off your boat. Nauti-Glide is a patented boat tie-up system that provides safe and secure dock tie-off for pleasure boats 20–60 feet. The system consists of a pair of marine grade aluminum glides with cleats that allow boats to safely weather the

tags: Accessories, safety

Monday, May 8, 2017

Fort Lauderdale, our home, famous as the “Yacht Capital of the World” and the “Venice of America,” is the epicenter for yacht enthusiasts, builders, re-fitters, and equipment suppliers. Yet even as boat sales tripled in the last 30 years, Fort Lauderdale and the rest of the industry saw very few aftermarket

tags: Furniture

Friday, May 5, 2017

Boat Fenders are one of the most important accessories any boater needs to have on their vessel. It should be the first item purchased when venturing out on any boat in any condition. They are the only protection a boat will have against docking or rafting with other boats. That is why it is important to purchase quality fenders, and

tags: Accessories

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

It's launch time! And with it comes thoughts of weekend cruising, gorgeous mornings on the lake and beautiful summers. So what if you could simplify some of the enjoyment on your boat by adding some great tasting drinking water without the need to lug cases of bottled water on board? Imagine that hot cup of fresh-brewed coffee made

tags: Accessories, Do It Yourself (DIY)

Friday, April 28, 2017

By: Mark Pocock, Rocna Anchors, www.rocna.com Anchoring can be stressful! But with the right ground tackle and a bit of preparation, it opens up a whole world beyond the marina experience. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your next cruising adventure. 1) Start with the right gear and setup. Next generation anchors,

by: Mark Pocock, Rocna Anchors

tags: Anchors, Boating 101

Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Get onboard and out to sea with everything you need with a pair of DryFins! Make sure your summer cruise is smooth sailing with these comfy trunks. Bring them along on any family cruise without feeling the annoying chafing like you did from your old swim trunks. DryFins’ anti-chafing swimwear keeps you comfortable as you race

tags: Clothing & Shoes

Friday, April 21, 2017

Sea Hawk Paints, the world's leading premium nautical coating provider, announced the addition of several new colors to the Aluma Hawk line, a comprehensive aluminum boat paint lineup, which provides even more variety to boat owners for protecting and enhancing the longevity and performance of their vessels. The introduction of Jon

tags: Hull, Paint

Thursday, April 20, 2017

In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of underwater LED lights available on the market. While they look good on the shelf in their shiny packaging, the old saying “you get what you pay for” rings true. When buying underwater lights, you need to consider the following points: Does the light have

tags: Lighting

Wednesday, April 19, 2017

IMTRA, the leading manufacturer and importer of quality marine and commercial products, announced today the release of the Offshore and PitMaster series LED deck lights engineered and manufactured by Vision X for the recreational and commercial marine markets. The new lights provide superior illumination with durability and

tags: Lighting

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