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  • Seth Green Video

    Ask the Boater
    Ask the Boater
    29 Apr 2012 | 9:54 am
    Those around the Lake Ontario area are familiar with Seth Green, the research vessel.  This video about the boat is very informative.

  • Communicate Clearly – Campbell Sailing

    Torresen Sailing and Boating News
    Larry
    7 May 2012 | 7:44 am
    One of the easiest ways to lose a sailboat race is to not communicate clearly. Whether its with other boats on the course, as we talked about in Week 11, or within your own boat, any words between sailors should be concise, effective and with the other sailor’s interest in mind. Because I’ve talked about communication with other boats so much I’m going to focus on internal communication within one boat for this week’s rule. From 420s to 100 footers, the effectiveness of our communication with one and other can be critical to the outcome of our day on the racecourse. Effective…

  • Yachtsman calls for new Royal Yacht

    YBW News
    16 May 2012 | 10:59 am
    Plans for a 127m vessel

  • Beneteau Sense and Oceanis video

    Yachting World News
    11 May 2012 | 11:33 am
    Video from Yachting World's test of four new Beneteau models: the Sense 55, Oceanis 48, Oceanis 45 and Oceanis 41. Full report is in the new July issue of Yachting World, out now

  • A Modern Magellan Demonstrates Power of the Sun

    NYT > Boats and Boating
    8 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    The Swiss-born adventurer Raphaël Domjan finished an around-the-world trip in a boat fueled by solar energy to show the potential capabilities of alternative power sources.
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  • Seth Green Video

    Ask the Boater
    29 Apr 2012 | 9:54 am
    Those around the Lake Ontario area are familiar with Seth Green, the research vessel.  This video about the boat is very informative.

  • Grilled Fish – Boater’s Delight

    Ask the Boater
    22 Jan 2012 | 3:38 pm
    You may ask why I called this grill recipe Boater’s Delight.  It is easy to prepare on the boat, easy to clean up, and tastes great.  In addition, it is a low calorie, low carb recipe for your healthy life style! 6 ounce portions of salmon or other thick fish Garlic powder Montreal Steak Seasoning (not the fish or chicken or the low sodium – this one tastes best) Dried Minced Garlic Dried Minced Onion This is how I prepare much of my fish.  Of course, salmon is the favorite.  The natural oil makes it moist and rich, but this will work just as well with other thick fish. On a…

  • Lady M Captured on the Columbia River

    Ask the Boater
    9 Oct 2011 | 3:44 pm
    Bernadette writes, “Just saw the Lady M zip past our home on the Columbia River!  We’re in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge, and I managed to grab the camera and shoot 3 or 4 pics before it disappeared.  This is the same location as some of the filming of the movie “Maverick” with Jodie Foster and Mel Gibson.” Thanks for the great shots, Bernadette!

  • Incredible Shots of Lady M

    Ask the Boater
    4 Jul 2011 | 10:39 pm
    Well, folks – lots of discussion about Lady M and Lady MII in the comments.  Here are some great photos that were sent in by readers.  Eckart Pradel from Bonn, Germany took these photos of Lady M in Fethiye Turkey while on his honeymoon in September 2009.  Great shots and thank you for sending.

  • More About Lady M

    Ask the Boater
    4 Jul 2011 | 10:37 pm
    Deedee had some good explanations for us and sent this photo.  If you click to enlarge this and some of the other photos of Lady M, it will make it easier for you to make a determination.
 
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    Torresen Sailing and Boating News

  • Communicate Clearly – Campbell Sailing

    Larry
    7 May 2012 | 7:44 am
    One of the easiest ways to lose a sailboat race is to not communicate clearly. Whether its with other boats on the course, as we talked about in Week 11, or within your own boat, any words between sailors should be concise, effective and with the other sailor’s interest in mind. Because I’ve talked about communication with other boats so much I’m going to focus on internal communication within one boat for this week’s rule. From 420s to 100 footers, the effectiveness of our communication with one and other can be critical to the outcome of our day on the racecourse. Effective…

  • City of Muskegon-owned Lakeshore Trail land to get shoreline restoration

    Larry
    30 Apr 2012 | 7:37 am
    MUSKEGON, MI – Cost savings on waterfront restoration on a dozen sites along Muskegon Lake’s south shore will allow for more environmental work to be done this summer. Dave Alexander | Muskegon ChronicleThe city of Muskegon-owned land below Lakeshore Drive will have shoreline restoration work done this summer. The $10 million National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration grant will now pay for work along the Lakeshore Trail bike path below Lakeshore Drive. The work will be along the city of Muskegon-owned waterfront property from the Lakeshore Yacht Harbour on the east to the former…

  • Down To The Wire — Ryan DeVos Wins East Coast Championship

    Larry
    30 Apr 2012 | 7:34 am
    Down To The Wire — Ryan DeVos Wins East Coast Championship West Palm Beach, Fla. – Two more crazy races were conducted in Palm Beach, Florida on Sunday leaving Ryan DeVos on Volpe with winning America’s Cup helmsman Ed Baird as tactician and crew of Scott Nixon, Sam Rogers, Mike Hill, Drew Weirda and Scott Martins as 2012 Melges 32 East Coast Champions. In second overall, Jason Carroll on Argo finished with equal points, yet lost the tiebreaker to DeVos. From Italy, Lanfranco Cirillo’s Fantastica remained in the hunt all day to finish third overall. The 2012 East Coast…

  • Battle for Charleston Supremacy Begins

    Larry
    20 Apr 2012 | 7:59 am
    Battle for Charleston Supremacy Begins   Old and New Rivalries Heat Up the Sea For Sperry Top-Sider Charleston Race Week 2012   CHARLESTON, SC — (April 19, 2012)—America’s biggest regatta will see 17 different divisions of racing boats on six different courses battle it out over the next three days as sperry Top-Sider Charleston Race Week takes to the waters of Charleston Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. Sailors from 10 countries and 29 states will race up to 12 races between Friday and Sunday, with champions crowned Sunday night at the regatta’s beachside regatta village. …

  • Taking a Penalty in Match Racing IV (MR04)

    Larry
    17 Apr 2012 | 8:56 am
    As promised this next instalment about penalties in Match Racing is taking one around the pin-end of the finish. The rules prescribe that you are not allowed to taken penalty within the zone. But that is only for the zone of a rounding mark! The pin-end of the finish is not a rounding mark, it is a passing mark. Therefore penalties are allowed in that zone. The big advantage of taking your penalty around that mark is that you can finish directly after having completed your penalty – even with little boat speed – by bearing away to the line. It is one manoeuvre that – if…
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    Yachting World News

  • Beneteau Sense and Oceanis video

    11 May 2012 | 11:33 am
    Video from Yachting World's test of four new Beneteau models: the Sense 55, Oceanis 48, Oceanis 45 and Oceanis 41. Full report is in the new July issue of Yachting World, out now

  • Volvo Ocean Race: Puma's Second Win

    9 May 2012 | 4:17 pm
    Ken Read's team wins Leg 6 into Miami, Camper is second

  • GBR Team Complete

    9 May 2012 | 9:19 am
    The remaining Olympic team members in 49er, Laser Radial and 2.4m were announced today in Weymouth

  • Kiteboards enter the Olympics

    7 May 2012 | 5:42 am
    Kiteboards, womens' skiffs and a new catamaran are in, Windsurfing Stars and Elliotts are out for 2016

  • 4 J-Class will be in Ocean Village

    5 May 2012 | 9:50 am
    During the J-Class Solent Regatta in July, four of the five competing J's will now be based in Ocean Village, Southampton
 
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    NYT > Boats and Boating

  • A Modern Magellan Demonstrates Power of the Sun

    8 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    The Swiss-born adventurer Raphaël Domjan finished an around-the-world trip in a boat fueled by solar energy to show the potential capabilities of alternative power sources.

  • Touring Hong Kong’s Waterways

    2 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    Hong Kong's waterways can be as busy as the city streets themselves. The harbor has wooden junks vying for space with luxury cruise ships and slow-moving ferries.

  • Lost at Sea

    19 Apr 2012 | 11:00 pm
    Sailing experts are trying to make sense of tragic accident that occurred during the Full Crew Farallones Race, which claimed the lives of five people; rough conditions are expected in sailing, but personal locator beacons, safety harnesses and advanced life rafts should prevent loss of life. Photos (M)0

  • Amid a Tax Crackdown in Europe, Boat Owners Search for a Safe Port

    18 Apr 2012 | 11:00 pm
    As Europe's indebted nations search for new revenues, tax-avoidance maneuvers by boat owners are facing heightened scrutiny.

  • Allure of Asia's Cruising Grounds

    18 Apr 2012 | 11:00 pm
    Superyacht chartering in Asia is still in its infancy compared with the Mediterranean or the Caribbean, but agents see it as an area with great potential for growth.
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    gCaptain - Maritime & Offshore

  • Shell Takes a Bold Leap into Social Media, Gains Valuable Perspective

    Rob Almeida
    16 May 2012 | 1:06 pm
    In about two months, energy supermajor Royal Dutch Shell gained a Facebook following of almost 1 million.  The world’s largest shipping company, Maersk, now has a following of nearly 300,000 on Facebook.  Chevron has 190,000, and ExxonMobil, in stark contrast, doesn’t even have a Facebook page. One might look at these numbers and say, “well, they’re both huge global brands with hundreds of thousands of employees worldwide.  Getting a huge followership on Facebook should be a simple task.” Not true at all.  In fact Shell only has 1,000 followers in the…

  • IMO Secretary-General Addresses the Issue of Armed Merchant Vessels

    gCaptain Staff
    16 May 2012 | 11:09 am
    Opening address by IMO Secretary-General, Koji Sekimizu, Image: IMO Maritime Safety Committee (MSC), 90th session, 16 to 25 May 2012 (High-level segment on arms on board) Opening address by IMO Secretary-General Koji Sekimizu Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Excellencies, distinguished delegates, As I mentioned in my opening remarks to the meeting, this is the first ever high-level segment of the Committee and its importance is underscored by the presence here today of the President of the Assembly and the Council Chairman.  I am particularly pleased to welcome and receive the support of the host…

  • MOOOO!!! Groot Lands Livestock Ship Design Order

    Rob Almeida
    16 May 2012 | 10:47 am
    Livestock carrier design, image: Groot Ship Design KUALA LUMPUR – A unique contract was signed yesterday between Dutch naval architecture firm, Groot Ship Design, South Korea’s Sungdong shipyard, and Malaysian shipowner PBHH/BH, for the design and delivery of two types of livestock carriers. Groot Ship Design created two concept designs for Sungdong, a design for the transport of 7000 cows (Livestock carrier 7000) and a design for the transport of 11000 cows (Livestock carrier 11000). These designs are to be further completed in the coming months. Groot Ship Design shall also…

  • Fairstar Receives “Poison Pill” Offer, and a $2.9 Million Heavy Lift Contract

    gCaptain Staff
    16 May 2012 | 8:53 am
    The FJELL transporting the Perro Negro jackup, image courtesy Fairstar Fairstar Heavy Transport N.V. (FAIR) announced today the award of  a new contract to transport the jack-up drilling rig OFFSHORE VIGILANT from Port of Spain, Trinidad to Vung Tau, Vietnam on Fairstar’s semi-submersible vessel FJELL. The contract value is USD $2.9 million and the loadout is expected to commence at the end of MAY. Willem Out, COO of Fairstar, commented: “It is business as usual at Fairstar. This voyage positions FJELL almost perfectly to be in the Far East just in time to begin her work on the Gorgon…

  • Maersk CEO on 2012: “Optimistic That We Can Achieve a Small Profit”

    gCaptain Staff
    16 May 2012 | 7:58 am
    Edith Maersk on her way to Rotterdam, Image courtesy Maersk Line COPENHAGEN (Dow Jones)–Danish oil and shipping conglomerate A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S is increasingly optimistic that its container-shipping arm Maersk Line can return to profit in 2012, after freight rates have seen a positive upward trend since March, Maersk Chief Executive Nils Smedegaard Andersen said Wednesday. For the container shipping industry, 2011 was an annus horribilus, when surging bunker fuel prices, lower freight rates, tough competition and increasing over-capacity combined to send the entire industry deep…
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    I didn't mean to but...

  • Sailing already

    25 Apr 2012 | 4:19 am
    What a difference having a very much smaller, more manageable, boat has made to my life already.The picture shows us cruising along at just over seven knots in what I thought was quite a strong wind, just past Lymington.It has to be said that this trip was undertaken under the steady guidance of skipper John, who you all know of through Lady Jane's previous journeys. I have so much to learn, but the fun part is Arctic Rose is so much more practical to go places in than Lady Jane ever was.

  • A new chapter

    18 Apr 2012 | 1:08 am
    Finally, my new boat.Arctic Rose - a Fisher 37.The deal was done on Friday.

  • The dream lives on.

    2 Apr 2012 | 9:37 am
    I know it's been a while since posting, but finding the perfect vessel to continue the dream has taken some time.With luck, the search is nearly over...

  • Slipping

    3 Aug 2011 | 10:23 am
    Here is a quick clip showing LJ on her way down the slip, and back into the drink. No sudden dramatic drop or anything.That's John you can see pacing up and down, itching to get at the controls.

  • End of

    2 Aug 2011 | 4:22 am
    Lady Jane is now sold, for scrap. The deal was done yesterday.On the plus side, the combination of the sheer size of her and the current high price of scrap steel means I do at least walk away with some cash, less that I'd have liked but not a complete loss.I've spent a busy week stripping out everything of value, including my tools and equipment, and stashing it in the container I'm renting at Hythe Marine Park.The house is also bulging with all kinds of stuff from the galley and accommodation spaces.The next stage will be to sort through all the stuff I've rescued, and separate it out into…
 
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    Daily Boater Boating News

  • Marine Product Review: Boat Wax-Off

    16 May 2012 | 10:07 am
    This week's marine product review on the Daily Boater really shines...  Photo: Mark Sutton of MarineProductReviews.com One of the most dreaded boat chores is waxing. Every spring the debate is whether or not to pay the boatyard big bucks to do it or just take a day to do it yourself. Anyone who has waxed more than a dinghy can see why the boat yard charges so much to wax. It takes time, it’s hard work and there is a bit of an art to getting that sweet shine. In the latest installment of the Daily Boater Marine Product Review, Mark Sutton of MarineProductReviews.com put three premium…

  • Captain John: When in Doubt... Anchor Out!

    16 May 2012 | 9:14 am
    Captain John recalls a little trip he once took up the coast... Guest blog by Captain John Captain John Jamieson, a regular contributor to the Daily Boater, is author of Seamanship Secrets and publisher of the popular boating education website SkipperTips.com Hurricane Hugo on September 21, 1989. (Image courtesy of NOAA) A weary crew aboard the 135' Coast Guard ship tied up to the pier in St. Pete, Florida, late one September afternoon. It'd been a hell of a long trip, working aids to navigation from Tampa Bay around the Straits of Florida to Miami. After securing our little buoy…

  • Pica: Breaking All The Rules

    15 May 2012 | 8:37 am
    Vin Pica discusses THE RULES - and when to break them to prevent a collision at sea... Guest blog by Vincent Pica Chief of Staff, First District, Southern Region (D1SR) United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Image source: "Popular Mechanics" Magazine December 1911 You may remember saying to your parents, “but the other kids were doing it!” It didn’t work then - and it won’t work in front of an Admiralty or Maritime Board either… But this time you will be looking for an excuse for following the rules - when you actually should have broken them... Full story » Read more…

  • Top 5 Gear Buying Tips for the Galley

    14 May 2012 | 9:15 am
    This week's Boat Galley article helps you make smart decisions when outfitting your galley... Guest blog by Carolyn Shearlock Carolyn Shearlock, author of The Boat Galley, appears weekly on the Daily Boater with tips for getting the most out of your boat's kitchen. Photo: Carolyn Shearlock, theboatgalley.com Galley gear can be expensive... and there’s not much space to have a lot of stuff... so how do you choose what to buy? Today’s Topic: Buying Galley Equipment... Full story » Read more boating news like this. Visit DailyBoater.com Get FREE boating news sent to your inbox,…

  • Mother's Day Maritime Events

    11 May 2012 | 11:28 am
    Forget brunch. This Mother's Day weekend you'll find boat shows, power boat races and nautical festivals around the world... Mom, meet Miss Geico. Photo from a recent boat show in CT, © Andrew Canepari / Nautical Sites Media What to do for Mother's Day... hmmm... How about taking her to a boat show? There aren't many of them this weekend, but there are a couple of maritime festivals - one in Seattle and one on Long Island. No? How about a tug or power boat race? No? Well, you can always go to one of these events by yourself on Saturday. Here is this week's boating event…
 
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    1 May 2012 | 3:41 pm
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    Megayacht News

  • Topaz Takes to the Water at Lürssen

    Diane M. Byrne
    16 May 2012 | 8:19 am
    PHOTO: Claus Schäfe/TheYachtPhoto.com Today, the fifth-largest megayacht in the world launched at Lürssen. She’s Topaz, and she’s taking yacht spotters and the industry alike by storm. In fact, Topaz has been a topic of conversation for some time, despite (and, in some respects, because of) being a confidential project. It was just over one year ago that we showed you how super-size Topaz was taking shape. At that point, essentially just the bare structure of the steel hull and aluminum superstructure were completed, being transferred from one build shed to another. The photo above,…

  • Oceanco Celebrates Launch of Nirvana, Dutch Style

    Diane M. Byrne
    15 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    Forget “Congratulations!” In Holland, at least where Oceanco is concerned, the way to celebrate a megayacht launch is with a raw herring and some local suds. That’s how the shipyard personnel and the crew of Nirvana, a.k.a. Y707, commemorated the launch of the 290-footer (88.5-meter). Technically, the festivities took place a few days after the actual launch. But who’s counting? Nirvana’s Capt. Brett Fillis and the crew were invited to enjoy the traditional Dutch delicacies. And they were no mere slivers of fish, mind you. It’s hard to see in the photo, but each person is holding…

  • Horizon RP97 Megayacht Summer Wind Completes Sea Trials

    Diane M. Byrne
    15 May 2012 | 8:03 am
    On the heels of launching its largest-ever megayacht, the EP148, Horizon is set to deliver Summer Wind, part of its RP97 series. Commissioned  by an Australian owner, Summer Wind isn’t the first Horizon RP97, but she’s reportedly the lightest and fastest of the all-fiberglass series. The weight savings comes from continuously improving technology, which in turn also affects speed. As for speed, Summer Wind is said to be capable of a 16-knot cruise and 22-knot top end at full load. That’s about 2 knots swifter than previous deliveries. Summer Wind is powered by twin 1,600-hp Caterpillar…

  • May 2012 Motoryacht of the Month: Feadship’s Tango

    Diane M. Byrne
    15 May 2012 | 12:00 am
    At 255 feet (77.7 meters), Tango makes quite the impression. It’s heightened by an unusual paint job: a combination of metallic grey swaths and blue paint on the superstructure, paired with a white hull. Imagine what that looks like when Tango is cruising at her reported top speed of 21 knots, powered by quadruple (yes, quadruple) MTU diesel engines. Well, imagine no more. This video combines aerial and on-water footage of Tango, which was built by Feadship’s Royal Van Lent yard in 2011. You’ll get good looks of her flowing lines and flowing decks, which include a contra-flow pool and…

  • Rene van der Velden 110-Foot Megayacht Cruiser Concept Project

    Diane M. Byrne
    14 May 2012 | 11:00 pm
    While other designers are researching hybrid technology for more fuel-efficient megayacht designs, Rene van der Velden is confident economy-minded owners can remain that way with traditional diesel power. That’s one of the features of the 110-foot cruiser concept seen here. In fact, the Rene van der Velden 110 Cruiser includes a variety of basic systems and machinery, eschewing the trend to go high-tech. As the head of the eponymous design firm puts it, owners looking for lower construction and operating costs don’t always want overly sophisticated technology. For propulsion, the 110-foot…
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  • Marine surprises NFL Cheerleader- His wife…

    15 May 2012 | 6:38 pm
    Marine surprises NFL Cheerleader- His wife…

  • The Coast Guard Auxiliary announced today its sponsorship of...

    15 May 2012 | 5:44 pm
    The Coast Guard Auxiliary announced today its sponsorship of “Ready, Set, Wear It!” - 2012.  The Coast Guard Auxiliary joins participants around the globe to heighten awareness of different life jacket types that are available, including inflatable life jackets and set a world record for the most inflatable life jackets worn and inflated. The annual event is hosted by the National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) in partnership with the Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC) and serves as the kick-off to National Safe Boating Week, May 19-25, and the official launch of the 2012 North American…

  • Funny Boy Fishing - Catches His First FISH!

    13 May 2012 | 10:49 am
    Funny Boy Fishing - Catches His First FISH!

  • Why do so many take to the water without knowing what they’re doing?

    11 May 2012 | 2:07 pm
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  • VIDEO: Force 10 /11 sea trial - via Soundings On-line What are...

    10 May 2012 | 4:39 pm
    VIDEO: Force 10 /11 sea trial - via Soundings On-line What are the elements of a seaworthy boat? They are smartly designed, well-built and resistant to capsizing and sinking. They have reliable power, are capable of relatively high speeds in rough water, have good steering control and the ability to accelerate quickly, and more. Look for a special report on seamanship and safety in the July issue of Soundings. Pilot boats, of course, are among the most seaworthy craft you’ll find on coastal waters. In this country, C. Raymond Hunt Associates designs a line of a rugged, fast, deep-vee pilot…
 
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    Boating Industry

  • RBFF and Discovery Education team up for 'Explore the Blue'

    15 May 2012 | 7:47 pm
    ALEXANDRIA, Va. - The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) and Discovery Education are collaborating on a program designed to generate interest in boating, fishing and the outdoors. The program, Explore the Blue, is an educational resource for parents and teachers filled with information designed to engage students K-5 in a dialogue about the importance of outdoor recreational activities. The RBFF is building on its successful

  • Tigé announces addition to dealer network

    15 May 2012 | 7:47 pm
    ABILENE, Texas - Tigé Boats Inc. recently reported the addition of Heinen's Motorsports to its worldwide network of authorized dealers. Heinen's will offer sales and service support for Tigé owners from their location in Minnesota. Heinen's Motorsports is located in Osseo, Minn., northwest of the Twin Cities metro area. The dealer is family-owned, and has a long history of success in the Twin City area. "We look forward to welcoming new and existing Tigé customers," Paul Heinen, owner of Heinen's Motorsports, said in a release, "and we... Read More

  • MarineMax launches new vacation charter company

    15 May 2012 | 7:47 pm
    CLEARWATER, Fla. - MarineMax Inc. is expanding its range of offerings with the addition of MarineMax Vacations, a sail and power yacht vacation chartering company, to be based in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, with more charter locations will be added over time. Raul Bermudez, who has over a decade of experience with the charter industry, will be the vice president for MarineMax Vacations. "We are fortunate to have Raul Bermudez, vice president, MarineMax Vacations, who brings over 10 years of charter industry experience to lead our... Read More

  • Scout Boats awards top dealers at annual dealer meeting

    15 May 2012 | 7:47 pm
    SUMMERVILLE, S.C. - Scout Boats Inc. recently awarded its Top 10 Dealer Sales Awards at the company's 2012 Model Year Dealer Meeting, held Sept. 11-12 in Charleston, S.C. The awards are given to the top 10 Scout dealers from around the world based on sales figures from the previous year. The Top 10 Dealer Sales Award Winners for 2011 were: Seven Seas Yacht Sales - Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Marine Max East - Miami, Fla. Sea-Ray Scout of Charleston - Mt. Pleasant,... Read More

  • BoatUS: 'Hurricane Haulout' boat values total $216 million

    15 May 2012 | 7:47 pm
    ALEXANDRIA, Va. - The total value of boats in the path of Hurricane Irene that were hauled out of the water covered by BoatUS' marine insurance hurricane haul-out provision reached more than $216 million, according to a report by the Boat Owners Association of the U.S. Having a boat hauled out of the water and secured before a storm is the safest way to prepare it for a potentially damaging storm, according to BoatUS. Because of the the risk of damage that boats take in-water during a hurricane, BoatUS does not raise rates or premiums for... Read More
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  • Water Safety and Teaching Your Child How to Swim

    ChasingAmy
    11 May 2012 | 7:37 am
    It’s that time of the year when the temperature is getting up there and nothing feels better than jumping into the Gulf of Mexico or your backyard pool. I have a three-year-old daughter, Olive, and since she started crawling, being around the water has been a little stressful as a parent. She loves the water [...]

  • “Are You There Margarita? It’s Me, Amy” My Homosassa Survival Guide

    ChasingAmy
    4 May 2012 | 6:30 am
    A couple weeks ago, my family and I took our annual weekend trip to Homosassa. Last year, we went to “Homo” to celebrate my mom’s 60th birthday and this year, we went for Carrie and Dave’s (my sister and her hubby’s) 34th and 44th birthday…yes, they share the same birthday, 10 years apart. So, we [...]

  • How to Catch Bait for Tarpon Fishing and How to Throw a Cast Net

    ChasingAmy
    26 Apr 2012 | 6:30 am
    Before you catch a tarpon, you have to get the right bait, so with the tarpon season approaching, we were wondering, what is the best bait for tarpon and snook and how do you catch the bait? So, we asked one of our favorite fishing guys, Captain Mike Adams. Captain Mike has been a licensed [...]

  • Early Spring Brings Early Tarpon and Mixed Bag of Sea Treats

    Ray
    17 Apr 2012 | 6:30 am
    For April, the water temperatures are certainly warm. On hot, sunny days, temperatures are topping out at 80-degrees, but hey, they were also doing that  back in March. Fish in the Gulf of Mexico/Tampa Bay area are definitely loving the weather we’re having right now. Tarpon have been around now for three months or so, [...]

  • Euphemia Haye’s Chef Ray’s Red Snapper Portuguese

    LucyLu
    10 Apr 2012 | 6:00 am
    One of my favorite fish dishes is the Red Snapper Portuguese from Chef Ray Arpke at Euphemia Haye.  I was lucky enough to participate in one of his cooking classes and thought I would share his recipe with you. Of course I have Chef Ray’s blessing and permission to do so. Also I should mention that [...]
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  • Green and Eco-Friendly Boat Cleaners and Soap Products

    Diane Seltzer
    20 Apr 2012 | 2:50 pm
    These boat cleaning supplies are less harmful for the environment and are good choices for responsible boaters that want greener boating productsAs boaters it is important for us to protect our most valuable resources – the environment and the water sources we enjoy. Choosing green and environmentally friendly cleaning products for our boat is one easy step we can take to keep our waters clean.So what are green boat cleaning products and why are they important? Green or eco-friendly boat cleaning products are made of organic, phosphate-free and biodegradable soaps that will have the least…

  • Boat Cooking and Galley Gear Ideas for Convenient Storage and Less Power Usage

    Diane Seltzer
    25 Mar 2012 | 7:08 pm
    Make dining while boating more convenient by stocking up on cookware, tableware and food storage gear for your boat that saves storage space, requires less power to operate and functions well in a marine environmentEveryone works up an appetite while boating, but having meals on a boat can sometimes be challenging. Space is limited for cooking... and even more limited for stowing a variety of cooking equipment. If you are out on the hook for a meal you want to conserve power - or you may not have power at all - which also limits your cookware options. Boaters tend to keep things simple…

  • Bed Options for a Newborn Infant or Baby Sleeping on Board a Boat

    Diane Seltzer
    12 Mar 2012 | 2:49 pm
    When boating with a baby, here are choices for safe and space-saving compact bed solutions for having a newborn infant or baby sleep inside a boat cabinInfants and babies tend to sleep very well on board a boat. The gentle water movement and rocking of a boat is very soothing and calming for a baby. Both of our babies slept their longest hours through the night for the first time on the boat. We have had two babies sleep on-board our boat since they were only a few weeks old, and we have experience with a variety of sleeping arrangements while boating. If you have a boat with a cabin there is…

  • Advantages of Boating in Winter, Spring or Fall Off Season Months

    Diane Seltzer
    20 Feb 2012 | 10:58 am
    Extend your boat season beyond warmer peak boating months - here are some ideas to maximize your boating season during the winter, early spring or late fall months.Boating seasons can be too short in colder climates. So if you are a die-hard boater you try to take your boat out every weekend you can throughout the summer months. But too many boaters start their boating season too late or end their boating season too early. And they are missing out on a lot of good boating advantages and experiences during the typical off season.Boating during the off-season is a little bit cooler, but your…

  • Family Boating Safety and Cruising Tips

    Diane Seltzer
    13 Feb 2012 | 10:32 am
    With a focus on boat safety and special accommodations for cruising with kids, you can make boating as a family both enjoyable and safe Boating can be one of the most enjoyable ways to spend time together as a family. Family boating is a great way to slow down the pace of your daily life - getting back to nature, cruising to new destinations and making family memories that last a lifetime. Of course boat safety should be at the forefront of all family boating activities. The number one concern for families with kids on a boat – especially young kids – is to keep them safe around water.
 
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  • C-Shel Launch 2012

    Sheldon Regular
    3 May 2012 | 12:24 pm
    Well with the heat wave we had in March, we are ahead of the game. We managed to splash the boat earlier than ever before. We are usually in the water just before the May long weekend, this year we were in before May! An early start to the season, and if we go till the end of Oct like we usually do, it will be a full 6 months of floating pleasure. See you on the water!

  • How to Fit One Thousand Islands on an iPad

    Sheldon Regular
    1 May 2012 | 5:59 pm
    Released today, from famous regional photographer Ian Coristine, an app that displays one of my favourite places on the planet, the 1000 Islands.In an interactive e-book, Ian showcases the 1000 Islands in high resolution glory. Though this app will work on all iPads, it is specifically tailored to take advantage of the 3rd gen iPad's retina display. I can't wait to be able to see it, I need that iPad first though. (Honey! Where's my check book?)Catch the video for a taste of what is in store.By the app here, http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/one-in-a-thousand/id518088485?ls=1&mt=8

  • Vacation Cruise 2011

    Sheldon Regular
    2 Feb 2012 | 7:04 pm
    Well its a little late coming. 2011 was a busy year for sure. The vacation cruise has been uploaded to YouTube.  Three parts, Rideau River, Lake Ontario, and the St. Lawrence River/1000 Islands. There are a couple of places here we have never been before; Waupoos and its Winery, along with a trip to Sackets Harbor NY. Both very lovely places and worth a visit. I hopefully will write separate posts showcasing our experiences at those places. We hope you enjoy the videos. Here's to a wonderful 2012 boating season, that will soon be upon us.

  • Descend Kingston Mills Locks in 4.5 Minutes

    Sheldon Regular
    30 Nov 2011 | 6:21 pm
    In the vain of one of our 2010 vacation videos, where the end featured a quick descent of the Ottawa Locks on the Rideau River System, we have put together a quick video of our down bound lockage of Kingston Mills Locks heading toward Kingston, Ontario in the summer of 2011. This is a 45min - 1 hour lockage, but here it is done in 4.5 minutes. Enjoy!

  • 10 Ways Evernote Can Organize & Streamline Your Boating

    Sheldon Regular
    6 Nov 2011 | 8:36 pm
    Evernote is a platform to capture everything you would ever want to make a note of; from handwritten notes, e-mails, pages out of books, checklists, pictures, webpages, documents, audio notes, and pretty much anything else you can snap, write, or record. Capture anything from your life, and it will all stay in sync across all your devices. So what on earth could we do with this on the boat?If you try to track and organize anything for your boat, you know how quickly those efforts get outdated, disorganized, and unmaintainable.  Do you have a drawer that is overflowing with this stuff, or…
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  • Charter a Yacht to Club 55 for the Ultimate St Tropez experience!

    admin
    10 May 2012 | 4:14 am
    Soak up the Club 55 atmosphere May is without a doubt the most glamorous month in the calendar for the Cote d’Azur. With both the Monaco Grand Prix and Cannes Film Festival taking place in the same month, the coast is packed with the world’s elite, drawn there by the atmosphere of luxury that these events are renowned for. Perhaps the most exclusive and chic of all the Riviera ports, St Tropez is the destination of choice for those who wish to revel in the intimate luxury of Club 55 St Tropez and other attractions. A luxury yacht charter from this famous port is a once in a lifetime…

  • Enter your Yachting Pictures to Win an iPad!

    admin
    7 May 2012 | 8:43 am
    With Summer just around the corner, it’s that time of year when many of you will no doubt be getting ready for your summer holidays chartering a yacht. Whether it’s in the tranquil French Riviera or the tropical Caribbean there is one universal feeling which will no doubt sum up all your summer luxury yacht charter experiences: ‘It just doesn’t get much better than this’. Inspired by this sentiment, boatbookings.com is sponsoring a contest to find the best yacht charter picture which encapsulates this theme, the winner of which will win a brand new iPad 3GS! Just upload your yacht…

  • Experience a Luxury Yacht Surf Charter on your next Family Holiday in the Maldives!

    admin
    3 May 2012 | 7:55 am
    Maldives Yacht Charter - Maldives Luxury surf charter ‘Luxury’ and ‘surfing’ are two words which, until now, have never gone hand in hand. My own memories of summers spent surfing in North Cornwall as a child involve sub zero temperatures, hours spent waiting for a decent wave, and the dreaded barefoot journey back from beach to home often in torrential rain. However, the typical image of surfing holidays could be about to undergo a complete transformation with the recent introduction of ‘Sultans of the Seas” brand new luxury Maldives Surf Charter…

  • Chartering a Luxury Yacht during the Monaco Grand Prix – There’s still time!

    krisha
    30 Apr 2012 | 9:01 am
    Along with the Cannes Film Festival, the last week of May brings even more excitement to the Riviera with the highly anticipated Monaco Grand Prix. Whether you’re entertaining clients, a racing fanatic, want to spot some celebs or just want to party; chartering a luxury yacht is the perfect way to enjoy the buzz of Monte Carlo during this event. With the racing days on just Saturday and Sunday, there are plenty of other reasons to come down to the Cote d’Azur this May and really make a holiday out of a luxury yacht charter. From super yachts berthed on the front line of the Monaco…

  • A day in the life of an intern in the Yachting Industry – Antibes Boat Show 2012

    krisha
    24 Apr 2012 | 2:08 pm
    Antibes Yacht Show 2012 Well, not just any day, last Friday, the 13th April, and the 2nd day of the Antibes Yacht Show. Having been invited to an exclusive ‘Yacht Hop’ event, which involved a four-course meal, each course on a different yacht, I knew from the outset that I was in for a treat.   It kicked off with a champagne reception with appetizers on the sleek Sunseeker, NEW BEGINNINGS OF LONDON, where we were able to admire the elegant decoration of this beautiful charter yacht. Next was starters aboard D5, where we experienced the chef’s delightful gazpacho and…
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  • Boating Spring Fever

    Peter d'Anjou
    14 May 2012 | 6:08 am
    Have you begun your spring prep? It may be tough if spring fever has not hit you just yet.

  • 2012 Cypress Cay Cozumel 250: Video Boat Review

    Staff
    11 May 2012 | 6:46 am
    Editor’s Note: Pontoon boats are providing fresh competition for the decked boat market, with new hull configurations that rival v-hulls in performance and handling while still offering plenty of space for a party. To find out more, watch this Boats.com video boat review. Read Jeff’s 2012 Cypress Cay Cozumel Boat Test Notes Transcript of Cozumel [...]

  • Crestliner 1750 Pro Tiller Video Boat Review

    Staff
    4 May 2012 | 6:39 am
    Editor’s Note: The Boats.com video boat review team looks over a fishing boat that updates an old school steering approach: the tiller. Read Charles’ Crestliner 1750 Pro Tiller Boat Test Notes When I was a kid, you sat in the back of a fishing boat with your left hand on the motor. Steering wheels were [...]

  • Boat Trailer Brakes: Surge vs. Electric-over-Hydraulic

    Brett Becker
    30 Apr 2012 | 6:38 am
    Whether you're selling or searching for a trailerable boat, be aware of the pros and cons of the different trailer brake systems.

  • Prop Primer: A Short Course in Propeller Terminology

    Brett Becker
    26 Apr 2012 | 6:19 am
    Knowing what’s behind the prop-speak will help you understand and manage all the elements at work.
 
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  • Green and Eco-Friendly Boat Cleaners and Soap Products

    Diane Seltzer
    20 Apr 2012 | 2:50 pm
    These boat cleaning supplies are less harmful for the environment and are good choices for responsible boaters that want greener boating productsAs boaters it is important for us to protect our most valuable resources – the environment and the water sources we enjoy. Choosing green and environmentally friendly cleaning products for our boat is one easy step we can take to keep our waters clean.So what are green boat cleaning products and why are they important? Green or eco-friendly boat cleaning products are made of organic, phosphate-free and biodegradable soaps that will have the least…

  • Boat Cooking and Galley Gear Ideas for Convenient Storage and Less Power Usage

    Diane Seltzer
    25 Mar 2012 | 7:08 pm
    Make dining while boating more convenient by stocking up on cookware, tableware and food storage gear for your boat that saves storage space, requires less power to operate and functions well in a marine environmentEveryone works up an appetite while boating, but having meals on a boat can sometimes be challenging. Space is limited for cooking... and even more limited for stowing a variety of cooking equipment. If you are out on the hook for a meal you want to conserve power - or you may not have power at all - which also limits your cookware options. Boaters tend to keep things simple…

  • Bed Options for a Newborn Infant or Baby Sleeping on Board a Boat

    Diane Seltzer
    12 Mar 2012 | 2:49 pm
    When boating with a baby, here are choices for safe and space-saving compact bed solutions for having a newborn infant or baby sleep inside a boat cabinInfants and babies tend to sleep very well on board a boat. The gentle water movement and rocking of a boat is very soothing and calming for a baby. Both of our babies slept their longest hours through the night for the first time on the boat. We have had two babies sleep on-board our boat since they were only a few weeks old, and we have experience with a variety of sleeping arrangements while boating. If you have a boat with a cabin there is…

  • Advantages of Boating in Winter, Spring or Fall Off Season Months

    Diane Seltzer
    20 Feb 2012 | 10:58 am
    Extend your boat season beyond warmer peak boating months - here are some ideas to maximize your boating season during the winter, early spring or late fall months.Boating seasons can be too short in colder climates. So if you are a die-hard boater you try to take your boat out every weekend you can throughout the summer months. But too many boaters start their boating season too late or end their boating season too early. And they are missing out on a lot of good boating advantages and experiences during the typical off season.Boating during the off-season is a little bit cooler, but your…

  • Family Boating Safety and Cruising Tips

    Diane Seltzer
    13 Feb 2012 | 10:32 am
    With a focus on boat safety and special accommodations for cruising with kids, you can make boating as a family both enjoyable and safe Boating can be one of the most enjoyable ways to spend time together as a family. Family boating is a great way to slow down the pace of your daily life - getting back to nature, cruising to new destinations and making family memories that last a lifetime. Of course boat safety should be at the forefront of all family boating activities. The number one concern for families with kids on a boat – especially young kids – is to keep them safe around water.
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  • Two Propellers leave Bahamas on World’s Biggest Transport Jet

    kardinalmarine
    23 Apr 2012 | 8:58 pm
    Open wide! The other day in Freeport, an AN-124 landed at MYGF to pick up two very large pieces of cargo.  In fact, it was two large propellers made locally at Grand Bahama Shipyard.  The final destination was Italy.  The flight crew of 11 rushed them off the very next day. Contact Kardinal Marine today, and we will put you in contact with someone from our sister company Amanzi Marine that handles logistics and yacht/ship chandlery around the globe. that's a lot of frequent flyer miles!       Chloé Fernagut liked this post

  • The fastest and greenest superyacht

    kardinalmarine
    22 Sep 2011 | 3:53 pm
    Superyacht Emax E-Volution Sauter Carbon Offset Designs just released their latest design, a sailing yacht able to cruise up to 28 knots with hybrid engines and plenty of eco-friendly features. The Emax E-Volution is to be built by Nedship. The 66m design can produce 2 MWs of renewable energy supplied by wind, sun, waves and currents, and also 2MWs of hybrid power supplied by MTU 2000 series Tier 4i engines. The bow thruster is solar powered, and the Epoxy structure can generate up to 300 MWs of solar energy per year (providing for all hotel services and 4,000 nm of Carbon Neutral Cruising at…

  • NISI 2400 awarded “Best Design” at the Cannes Boat Show

    kardinalmarine
    19 Sep 2011 | 5:24 pm
    NISI 2400, awarded "Best Design" in Cannes Saturday night at the Cannes International Boat Show, the NISI 2400 we presented in a previous post won one of the most prestigious award: the 2011 World Yachts Trophy for “Best Design” under 24 m. The other finalists were the Ferretti 720 and the Dominator 720. The company describes their newest yacht as a “groundbreaking design infusing casual opulence, legendary styling and unsurpassed engineering in a 78-foot yacht”. The NISI 2400 was also a finalist in the “Most Innovative” category. At Kardinal we…

  • Coral reef-like resort on the Miami Herald Property

    kardinalmarine
    15 Sep 2011 | 3:22 pm
    The innovative design by Arquitectonica Genting Malaysia Berhad released the plans for their new project replacing the Miami Herald building overlooking Biscayne Bay. The resort was designed by the Miami-based architectural firm Arquitectonica, inspired by coral reefs and sea life. The property was bought in May by Genting for $236 million, and is about to become one of Florida’s largest projects ever. The resort would feature 5,200 hotel rooms, 50 restaurants and bars, 60 luxury shops, a convention center and 2 residential towers behind the Boulevard Shops. The possibility of…

  • A Columbus 125 Hybrid ordered at Palumbo

    kardinalmarine
    12 Sep 2011 | 4:46 pm
    Columbus 125 Three months ago Palumbo shipyards announced the launch of Prima, a Columbus 177, and now they have received a new order from a Russian owner for their Columbus 125 Hybrid. The vessel was designed by Sergio Cutolo from Hydro Tec Naval Architecture. Inside the Columbus 177 The Columbus 125 Hybrid will have 3 decks, with 3 guest cabins and an owner suite, able to accommodate up 8 people and 4 crew members. The optional diesel electric hybrid propulsion system required by the owner ,as well as the hull and superstructure in aluminum, reduce the fuel consumption and the impact on the…
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  • 14 May 2012 | 9:03 am

    zigy
    14 May 2012 | 9:03 am
    The 188-foot Abeking and Rasmussen Dream has just announced new availability for charter this summer in the Mediterranean. “This yacht used to be known as Excellence III, and she has always been one of the most luxurious megayachts available for charter,” says Yachtstore charter broker Gina Robertson. “She recently got a new owner who re-christened her Dream, and I’m thrilled to see that he is returning her to the charter market in all her well-earned glory.” Dream (Excellence III) The cabin configuration aboard Dream is ideal for adult couples chartering with children. Four of the…

  • Yacht Charter Croatia: Megayachts O’Pati, Inevitable Have Summer Availability

    zigy
    9 May 2012 | 9:49 pm
    Croatia is fast becoming a must-visit destination in the Eastern Mediterranean. With ancient walled cities like Dubrovnik and stunning bays where development has yet to encroach, Croatia’s Adriatic coastline is a paradise for yacht charter during the summer months. “Yacht charter itineraries in this region generally include both Croatia and Montenegro, which is also incredibly beautiful,” says Yachtstore charter broker Gina Robertson. “People who have cruised all over the world say the Bay of Kotor, in Montenegro, is among the prettiest they’ve ever seen.” O’Pati Two leading…

  • 6 May 2012 | 9:09 pm

    zigy
    6 May 2012 | 9:09 pm
    New England is a fantastic destination for summer yacht charter, with itineraries that can include historic ports and islands such as Newport, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard. “This region really does offer something unique in the world for yacht charter,” says Yachtstore charter broker Gina Robertson. “The history of New England is in great part the history of the early United States. Your charter yacht can even pull into Plymouth, Massachusetts, just like the Mayflower did with the Pilgrims all those centuries ago. Plus, the cruising is absolutely beautiful.” Newvida Two…

  • Yacht Charter Industry Adapts to Avoid Athens Riots

    zigy
    3 May 2012 | 1:07 pm
    Riots in Athens, Greece, have been a large part of international news coverage in recent months. The scenes unfolding in the capital city have hit the tourism industry hard, as travelers seek to avoid the scene being broadcast around the world. “What’s unfortunate about the news coverage is that it paints the entire nation of Greece with one broad brush,” says Yachtstore charter broker Gina Robertson. “The truth is that with yacht charter, clients don’t have to go anywhere near Athens. The Greek Isles sprawl all across the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, and charters can start and end on…

  • Yacht Charter New England: America’s Cup World Series this Summer

    zigy
    27 Apr 2012 | 1:18 pm
    The America’s Cup World Series is scheduled to take place June 23 through July 1 in Newport, Rhode Island. The New England port will be the final stop on the 2011-12 World Series and will be the location where the winner is crowned following one final, dramatic, winner-take-all race. “Watching these boats practically fly across the water promises to be an incredible experience,” says Yachtstore charter broker Gina Robertson. “This summer’s event in Newport will mark the first time that wing-sailed catamarans have raced in American waters, and some of the world’s finest competitive…
 
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