New Antifouling in North America – Hempel’s Silic One

New Antifouling in North America – Hempel’s Silic One

Mar 20, 2024 Hempel, the Denmark-based worldwide coatings company, announced its innovative, high-performance, copper-free, and biocide-free antifouling coating – Silic One will be available in the United States and Canada. Sold exclusively in North America by SeaWide Distribution, Hempel’s Silic One is a revolutionary bottom coating that is environmentally friendly while reducing time spent cleaning…

The Boat Nerd: Using Electronic Visual Distress Signals in Place of Pyrotechnic Distress Signals
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The Boat Nerd: Using Electronic Visual Distress Signals in Place of Pyrotechnic Distress Signals

Jan 3, 2024 As a pleasure boater with a vessel that is over 6m in length and operating over a mile from shore I am required to carry distress signalling devices. For years this has been satisfied by pyrotechnic flares. These flares are only certified for four years from date of manufacture and are difficult to…

Technical Apparel

Technical Apparel

November 1, 2023 Helly Hansen’s Hydro Power collection sets a benchmark in comfort and protection among inshore sailing apparel. It uses Ocean Bound materials for a low environmental impact, with a whole new line for women in 2023. SS23 Highlights Women’s HP Hybrid Insulator 2.0 The HP Hybrid Insulator combines the best technologies of an…

Gill Verso Women's Drysuit

Women’s Drysuit

October 18, 2023 The new women’s specific design of the Verso Drysuit from Gill features a unique entry system combined with a drop seat function for added convenience. Fitted to accommodate thermal layers and allows unrestricted movement making it ideal for colder days on the water.  Featuring a grown on hood with 2 way adjustment…

Introducing Orbit Winches

Introducing Orbit Winches

Ronstan’s Orbit Winches™ are a new benchmark in high performance alloy winches. With a combination of fresh design thinking and proven manufacturing expertise, Orbit Winches weigh significantly less and offer lower line entry heights than any other winch in their class. Remarkably easy to service, they require no tools for disassembly or maintenance.