Class B AIS still awaits FCC approval, but ACRs Nauticast B will be a complete and well-made solution. It comes with both GPS and VHF antennas along with cabling capable of sending position and target information to both a plotter and a PC simultaneously. Included software simplifies setup and lets a user easily enable silent mode or send a Mayday. Testing done outside U.S. waters suggests that
Because IBEX is a show for professionals, some of the gear and technology on display isnt yet available to the public (or has only recently been released). But just because it’s industry news, doesnt mean you shouldnt know about it. Here are three new items to keep an eye out for.Fusion MS-IP500 Stereo UnitForget CDs, digital music is the way of the
While the IBEX innovation award judges are busy deciding this years winners (check back next week for the results), here are three nominees that caught our attention. Admittedly, IBEX skews toward the powerboat side, but there was plenty or gear, gadgets, and technology that could easily be used on a sailboat. Rapid PatchThis low
If your boat is equipped with Karver blocks, you can now add an additional upgrade by investing in Karvers rope shackles (compatible with KB6, KB8, KB10, KN12, KB8c, KB10C, and KB12C blocks). The rope shackles are lighter per given strength rating than stainless steel shackles, wont scratch up your deck, and are noiseless. Moreover, the rope shackles are purported to be easier to open than
Edited by David SchmidtMap Lovers DelightCharts and maps are one of sailings great legacies, as most exploring expeditions brought back charts of previously unknown waters as part of the trips bounty. Now, Latitude Kinsale of Ireland makes handmade, custom, three-dimensional to-scale maps, allowing sailors of a different era to share in this same
Edited by David SchmidtWeatherlyIf you love historic boats and like to keep an eye on the weather, Majestic Weathervaness line of high-end rooftop accoutrements is worth a look. Built of aluminum and steel, each weathervane is an exact replica of a historic vessel, built to its original blueprints. These models-cum-vanes are designed to withstand anything short of
Edited by David SchmidtRemote controlledIf you want to harness the full power of your yachts flat-screen TV, high-end stereo, theater-area lighting and more, you can do it with Remote Technologiess T4 Universal Controller. The touch-panel device features an integrated 802.11 WiFi card, onboard speakers, and a 6.4-inch LCD display with full VGA resolution,
Edited by David SchmidtSwing TimeNothing beats lounging in a hammock with a good book after a sail. Cool Net Hammocks recently introduced its namesake product, which is easily set up via a three-point connection system. The hammock can be attached either forward of the mast (attaching to the forestay, the mast, and a shroud) or behind it (using a
Edited by David SchmidtShock AbsorbedAronowitsch and Lyth ABs Bungy device provides a simple way to moor and anchor your boat safely and can help tame gybes, too. Simply snap a few Bungys onto your anchor gear and youre done. When storms hit, Bungys add shock-absorbing stretch to your mooring pennant or anchor rode; each Bungy is designed to regain its shape,
Nothing beats lounging in a hammock with a good book after a sail. Cool Net Hammocks recently introduced its namesake product, which is easily set up via a three-point connection system. The hammock can be attached either forward of the mast (attaching to the forestay, the mast, and a shroud) or behind it (using a shroud, the mast, and the backstay), depending on your boats layout. The hammocks
It should come as no surprise that lots of owners want a boat that can do it all. Monohull sailors, in particular, tend to love
I gazed aft over Hazel James’ port quarter and patted her well-travelled 31ft hull. “It’s time to sail, girl. We’ve got a long way to
The Hanse 460 combines easy sailing with easy living, making for an all-around simple, luxurious package. All the sailhandling can be done from the twin
The Neel 47 trimaran bridges the gap between the Neel 45 and Neel 51. It also shares the same outstanding interior volume and clever use
The Marine Elegance was specifically designed to fit in tight spaces on boats where the addition of a toilet seems to be an afterthought. Originally the smallest footprint in a one-piece china allowing it to fit on “the step” in head areas. A variety of model choices including the most popular SeaFresh version.
KVH’s ultra-compact TracNet™ H30 delivers integrated satellite, cellular, and Wi-Fi with automatic switching, DC power, and single-cable installation so you stay connected to the best communication options. Plus, KVH’s Tracking Avoidance Zones (TAZ) and layered satellite network enable uninterrupted communications, avoiding blockage from carbon sails, aerofoil masts, and more.
EWOL sailboat propellers are made of stainless steel super-alloys assuring the highest mechanical and corrosion resistance. Under sail blades feather to reduce drag, while micrometric pitch-setting allow to optimize thrust to lower RPM with consequent fuel savings. Blades flip 180° giving exceptional thrust and reduced prop walk while docking Dynamic balancing and a central pinion for blades synchronization kill vibrations.
G/flex is a toughened epoxy that makes permanent, waterproof structural bonds. Known for tenaciously adhering to plastics, this formulation is also excellent for bonding metal, glass, masonry, wood and fiberglass. It is even effective on typically hard-to-bond substrates including dense, oily or damp wood varieties. Perfect to keep on hand for small repair jobs on-the-go.
