September 29, 2017
Syntec Unveils New Textile Line
Syntec Industries has come out with a new line to keep boats looking stylish and comfortable. Sensations is a line of woven PVC textiles that can be used in a…
September 28, 2017
Hinckley Debuts Largest Picnic Boat Yet
When most boaters think of Hinckley, they probably picture the Picnic Boat, a model the company first debuted nearly 25 years ago. Despite its age, the Picnic Boat remains a…
September 28, 2017
HeyDay Introduces WT-1 Side Console
Building upon the popular WT-1, HeyDay’s new WT-1 SC boasts competition-grade wakes, updated seating options and a roomy layout thanks to the side console helm position. Heyday’s new “hot tub”…
September 28, 2017
CrewWatcher Alerts if MOB
Whether you have small kids on-board or a large party of people, sometimes keeping everyone on-board your boat — and safe — can be tough. CrewWatcher, developed by PanPan, is…
September 27, 2017
Private-Equity Firm Acquires West Marine
Earlier this summer, West Marine announced that it will now be privately held, due to a merger agreement with Monomoy Capital Partners, a New York-based private-equity firm. Under the agreement,…
September 25, 2017
Ethanol Opinions
A recent report by Boating Industry showed that a growing number of readers (boat dealers, manufacturers and marina personnel) are reporting ethanol-related problems, particularly with E15. According to the report,…
September 22, 2017
MasterCraft Announces 2018 Model Line Improvements
Get ready for some fresh features in MasterCraft’s 2018 model line. New 2018 MasterCraft boats will feature functional and cosmetic improvements, including redesigned board racks, a smarter dual-screen dash, premium…
September 21, 2017
Canadian Customs Eased for U.S. Boaters
Boaters who have ever stressed about veering into Canadian waters can breathe a sigh of relief: A new tweak in Canadian law allows American recreational boaters to cross into Canadian…
September 20, 2017
Happy Birthday, MBIA!
The Michigan Boating Industries Association is celebrating its 60th birthday with a fresh look. The organization now boasts a new, modern logo to match the recent rebranding of its boat…
September 19, 2017
Beneteau, Annapolis Yacht Sales Donate Adapted Sailboats
Beneteau, in partnership with Annapolis Yacht Sales, has announced that it will donate two adapted sailboats to Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating (CRAB), a nonprofit organization that provides sailing programs for…
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