Canadian Yachting Onboard

Canadian Yachting's Onboard Bimonthly Digest for Power and Sail

Message From The Editor

Cruising means many things

What kind of boater are you? “Well, I am a cruiser”, is a frequent answer. That means a lot of different things to boaters, depending on their boat, their tastes, their predilection to challenging adventure.

For some, cruising means we pack up our lives, cast off and head to Polynesia. Will we be back? Maybe?

For a lot of Canucks, the idea is to head to the Greek Islands, or come winter, to BVI, Cabo or Sint Maarten. That’s cruising – a real adventure if you head out in your own boat or a milder adventure if you take up a charter company on a couple of weeks of golden bliss. (READ MORE)

John Morris
Online Editor
Canadian Yachting Magazine
CYonboard@kerrwil.com

People

CANSailGP’s Tom Ramshaw Talks with SinC

Right after CANSailGP wrapped up its surprisingly successful season, Sailing in Canada Editor, John Morris, caught up for a quick chat with Olympian, Sail Canada National Team member, and now CANSailGP grinder Tom Ramshaw, currently training in Puerto Vallarta. Since he started sailing on Stony Lake at age 8, Tom Ramshaw has been a winner. His many faceted career has included Laser, the Olympic Finn as a National Team member and earned him Rolex Sailor of the Year in 2018 and 2022 Sail Canada Male Sailor of the Year. Read More

What's News?

At CY Onboard we’re here for your news. Dock news? Cruise plans? Engine workshops? Awards presentations? Winter get togethers? Send a blurb, pictures, links. If it’s boating news we’re Onboard! Just let us know at CYonboard@kerrwil.com.

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New boats

Marex 310 Sun Cruiser

The Marex 310 Sun Cruiser is an award-winning vessel that has been recognized for its excellent design and functionality. Having bagged awards such as the Motorboat of the Year and the European Powerboat of the Year, the Marex 310 Sun Cruiser has proven itself to be a class leader. Read More

Events

2023 National #GoSailing Days set for June 16-18

Canadian sailing enthusiasts from across the country will be invited to celebrate their favourite sport during the 2023 edition of National #GoSailing Days to be held June 16-18. Throughout the weekend, Canadian sailors will be encouraged to post and share pictures... Read More

Ask Andrew

Is Sea Speed the Answer?

Every spring, boaters gather in paint splattered overalls to discuss their opinions on antifouling. My editor asked me to dive into something a newer product - and new for us: I’m writing sight-unseen. Typically, when doing a product review, it’s something that I use or test myself and I can report on it first-hand. In this case, I’m breaking down some myths and marketing jargon to (hopefully) let you make an educated decision on what’s right for you. Read More

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POTW

Georgia – Baby’s First PFD

Our Photo of the Week didn’t come far – Jillian is our creative designer at Canadian Yachting and an avid boater. Looks like her brand-new pup is too! “Hey CYOB Team… here is my Georgia in her lifejacket at about ten weeks old while still learning how to swim. Read More

New tech

New Volvo Penta Joystick Driving – Integrated Shift, Steering, Throttle Control

Volvo Penta is announcing a new level of joystick driving with the integration of shift, throttle, and steering into a single joystick control. Since 2012, joystick steering has been an integral part of the company’s helm-to-propeller experience. Read More

News

The Gordie Howe Bridge – From the River

It is a saga that begins with this insight: the single most important piece of infrastructure between the U.S. and Canada is the majestic Ambassador Bridge, suspended a half-kilometre over the Detroit River. More than a quarter of the $700-billion annual trade... Read More

News

Have your say on the proposed changes to Small Vessel Regulations for licensing a pleasure craft

You can have your say on the proposed changes to the Small Vessel Regulations. The proposed changes to the Small Vessel Regulations for licensing a pleasure craft have been published in the Canada Gazette, Part I. Read More

Boat Gallery

Parker 2520

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Cruising

Salty Dawgs head to Nova Scotia

If you are looking for an exciting adventure, come along with the Salty Dawgs on the Maritime Rally. The Rally starts either from Southern New England (Cape Cod area) or from Northern New England (Rockland Maine). After a passage across the Gulf of Maine, all participants clear customs... Read More

Canadian Yachting One Design

Send your ONE DESIGN news, results, pictures and everything else to cyonedesign@kerrwil.com.

Cruising

Lake Huron’s Lee Shore

Mark’s full story appears in the June issue of Canadian Yachting magazine or you can access it here. Lake Huron’s lee shore, an area including Port Franks, Bayfield, and Grand Bend, stretching roughly thirty nautical miles along Ontario’s west coast… Read More

Boat storage

Golden Enhances Its Elevator Lift

The Elevator Lift is the solution for owners who want the benefits of out-of-water boat storage, but either can't have or don't want piles installed on their waterfront. And with recent engineering enhancements, the lift has new configurations and capacities... Read More

Sail Techology

Sail Tech: Slugs, Slides, and Boltrope

Sails are attached to the sailboat rig using several different systems. Let’s begin with mainsails. The most basic attachment is with a boltrope that fits into a mast groove. This is very secure, and the sail is very well supported along the luff edge. Read More