December 5, 2024 Published by Canadian Boating for the Members of CanBoat
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Published by Canadian Boating for the Members of CanBoat
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New Boats

Coastal Vokey—Small Town Canadian Boats Turning Heads

Coastal Vokey Canadian boat builders Coastal Adventures are making a splash across North America with their Coastal Vokey line of vessels designed for deep lakes and offshore waters. Based in King’s Point, Newfoundland, Coastal Adventures has spent the last two decades quietly expanding their Coastal Vokey series and gathering a dedicated following of east-coast boaters who appreciate a vessel that’s custom-built for rougher conditions. Read More

Written in partnership with Saniflo

Four Factors to Consider When Selecting Marine Plumbing

Sanimarin Maxlite Plus When it comes to boating, plumbing might not be the first thing on your mind. However, for extended stays on the water, a reliable marine plumbing system is as essential as fuel or navigation equipment. Saniflo’s Sanimarin systems offer a cutting-edge solution for marine plumbing needs, combining efficiency, comfort, and eco-friendliness. Read More

CBOB Holiday Merch

From the Boat Brands’ Gift Sites

Ornaments Your OnBoard Team has taken a look through the various boat brands’ merch collections to add some items that will look good under your tree. AirHead’s Inflatable Punk Duck – a delightful 1-2 person float measuring 70 inches by 57 inches (177 cm x 144 cm). Keep your beverage close with a built-in drink holder. Read More

Media

Catch Waterways on TV and a New Batch Online Starting Tomorrow

Waterways Season 2 The Award—winning Waterways with Steven Bull explores just about every aspect of boats and boating including safety, boating destinations and more. You can catch the show Water Ways: Ontario on Global TV – the Ontario Series, the first of a planned rollout of regional shows, with BC and Florida next on the list takes deeper dives in regions with locally-relevant tips and staycation inspiration. Read More
The Moorings

POTW

Nordic Tug 32 'Unsalted'

Unsalted (with a Perfect Rainbow)

Our Nordic Tug 32 “Unsalted” at a dock in Hilton Beach harbour, St. Joseph Island this past summer after a brief storm went through. David Bannister writes “That’s as far north/west as we travelled on our trip from Kincardine through the North Channel, with perfect weather most days.” Read More

Ask Andrew

Santa Andrew

Ornament Hanger The wife of one of my long-term clients reached out last week to get some advice. In a very timid email, she wrote and asked what I thought their boat might need for next year, and if I could prepare a quote or two for some things that might make life easier and more enjoyable aboard in 2025. She was hoping to ‘gift’ an upgrade or some project labour as a Christmas present to her sailor husband. Read More

Products

Eww, look at that stain. Grab the Moldaway

Shurhold Moldaway Even the cleanest boats have mold, mildew and algae lurking in the corners. That’s why pro marine detailers grab Shurhold Moldaway when tackling tough stains. The oxygenated formula cleans and renews a wide range of surfaces without the harsh chemicals that alter colors and deteriorate materials. Read More

Len's Cove Lessons

Fenders 101

Len's Cove Lessons If you are proud of your boat and/or you don’t want to damage it, you are going to want to have fenders on board to protect it. We see lots of errors when it comes to how many, how to use tem, etc. Read More
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