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Tracker 2015 aluminum fishing boats now come with a new five-year, full coverage warranty

February 21, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Tracker Marine Group is announcing a new five-year, bow-to-stern factory warranty covering 2015 TRACKER Boats. This 2015 Tracker Boats warranty coverage includes a three-year warranty on the powder-coat finish, factory-installed trolling motor and factory-installed depth […]

Garmin Introduces New Transducer Mount for Kayaks

February 20, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Garmin is pleased to announce the addition of an in-hull transducer mount built specifically with kayak fishermen in mind. With the In-Hull Kayak Mount, users can mount a transducer inside the hull of a kayak, […]

RANGER BOATS ANNOUNCES 2015 OPERATION TROOP SALUTE SALES INCENTIVES

February 20, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

In recognition and appreciation of the thousands of service men and women across the country, Ranger Boats is offering engine horsepower rebates and other exclusive items to current and former military personnel through the 2015 […]

BoatUS: Lightning Facts

February 19, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

The odds of getting struck by lightning are about one in a million. But if you own a boat, the odds of it being struck by lightning are significantly higher – about one in a […]

RANGER BOATS SENDING 16 PROS TO 2015 BASSMASTER CLASSIC

February 16, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Legendary boat brand Ranger Boats will be represented by 16 of the world’s top professional bass anglers when the 2015 Bassmaster Classic is contested on South Carolina’s Lake Hartwell on February 20-22. The highly anticipated […]

MinnKota Offers Mail-in Rewards on On-Board Chargers

February 14, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Minn Kota® aims to keep anglers charged up and ready to hit the water in 2015 by offering mail-in rewards on the purchase of select Precision and Digital on-board chargers between January 1 and July […]

SeaStar Optimus Electronic Power Steering for Outboards

February 14, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

As new boats increase in power and sophistication, power steering has emerged as a “must-have” option for today’s discerning boat buyer, and Optimus Electronic Power Steering (EPS) from SeaStar Solutions has lead the way in […]

High ethanol fuel is bad for engines

February 11, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Did you know that the higher the level of ethanol in your fuel, the more likely you are to destroy your engine? When levels go above 10 percent, fuel burns hotter and often reduces engine […]

Buyer Beware of Ethanol Fuel in North Carolina

February 8, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

The Altoona, Pennsylvania based convenience store chain Sheetz announced on January 21 that it would offer E15 fuel – gas containing up to 15% ethanol – at 60 of their North Carolina locations beginning in […]

Lund Boats’ SPRING CATCH deal arrives early, stays late

February 8, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Among winter’s saving graces, boat shopping season offers anxious anglers the opportunity to stroll the aisles at boat shows and marine dealers to admire this year’s new rigs. What a feeling it is to climb […]

Want Better Charts? Go Boating, Says Navionics

February 6, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Go boating with Navionics and see the difference! SonarCharts™, our HD bathymetry map, is superior to any other charts in bathymetric detail and accuracy because Navionics accepts sonar logs from all major plotter brands as […]

Bill Introduced to Protect Boat Owners From E15

February 5, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Renewed effort is underway to protect boater owners from putting unsafe ethanol-based fuel in their boats. “The new bill would recognize the failure of the current Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and its out-of-date ethanol-mandate, and […]

Tall Ship Falls Over: Could Your Boat Do This?

February 3, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

When a tall ship stored on the hard at a boatyard blew over during last week’s brutal blizzard, the loud crash – unlike a tree in the woods – was heard by many. But now […]

Justin Lucas A.R.E. Truck Cap Testimonial

February 3, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

SI-TEX Adds Large-Screen Chartplotter/Sounder Series

February 2, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

SI-TEX Marine Electronics has expanded its advanced chartplotter and chartplotter/echosounder line-up with the addition of two new models for 2015. With their advanced features and large, high-resolution color LCD displays, SI-TEX’s new SVS-880 and SVS-1010 […]

Triton 260 LTS Pro Bay Boats

February 2, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

The new 260 LTS PRO (Light Tackle Series) spans 25 feet 5 inches at the centerline and boasts a roomy 8 foot beam. It rates for outboards ranging from 250 to 350 hp, and delivers […]

Humminbird® Introduces ChartSelect™

January 28, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Anglers can now purchase individual HD lake maps – all with full access to exclusive LakeMaster features. ChartSelect™ is the latest digital cartography product available from Humminbird. With ChartSelect you can now select, purchase, and […]

Time to Take a BoatUS Boating Course

January 25, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

When cold weather conspires to keep boaters off the water, it’s time to move inside by the fire and take one of many online boating safety courses offered by the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety […]

Now in Production – Larson-Built Gekko Watersports Boats

January 22, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

The first Larson Boat Group (LBG) built Gekko Sports Revo 6.7 boat just rolled out of its dedicated production line ready for delivery. Back on July 16th, Larson Boat Group and Gekko Sports announced a […]

Humminbird® Introduces ONIX™ NT

January 21, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Following a “Best of Electronics” win at ICAST 2013 in Orlando, Florida, Humminbird is proud to announce additional models to the acclaimed ONIX™ fish-finder family. Humminbird’s new ONIX™ NT (Non-Tactile) offers anglers and boaters the […]

Cequent Unveils Uniquely-Designed Drop-In Hitch

January 21, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Cequent™ Performance Products is proud to announce the recent release of its Drop-In™ Fifth Wheel Hitch by Reese®. This custom 20K hitch, made specifically to fit the RAM 2500 HD and 3500 HD trucks with […]

Local Boat Towing Captains in Buffalo, San Diego, Honored for Heroism

January 20, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

When you spend every day on the water helping recreational boaters with unexpected breakdowns get back to the marina or launch ramp, eventually you’re bound to run into trouble. That’s when the routine turns into […]

Lund’s Progressive 1750 Rebel XS

January 20, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Boosting its already enduring status as the leading American builder of premium fishing boats, Lund recently announced news of another exceptional model introduction, the all new 1750 Rebel XS. At 17 feet, 6 inches in […]

Boaters Have Something To Do By the Fireside This Winter: Improve Their Game

January 14, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

When cold weather conspires to keep boaters off the water, it’s time to move inside by the fire and take one of many online boating safety courses offered by the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety […]

Humminbird® Introduces New LakeMaster Regions and More

January 11, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Humminbird is now ready to bring the LakeMaster experience to more anglers across the U.S. than ever before. Our survey team has expanded the High Definition map coverage into the MidAtlantic and NorthEast regions with […]

Minn Kota Ulterra

January 6, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

With Auto Stow/Deploy and Power Trim, we won’t blame you for getting excited about the all-new Ulterra™. Especially once you realize it comes with your choice of i-Pilot or i-Pilot Link, a redesigned foot pedal […]

Help Save a Child’s Life – Join A Life Jacket Loaner Site

January 5, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Waterfront businesses, local organizations or government agencies can help themselves, and at the same time, also possibly help save a child’s life. All they have to do is join the nation’s largest Kids’ Life Jacket […]

New Lowrance With DownScan Imaging

January 5, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Lowrance®, a world-leading brand in marine electronics since 1957 – announced today the newest addition to its Elite-3x family of value fishfinder-only products, the Elite-3x DSI. Designed to enhance any fishing experience by providing crystal […]

Navico Launches Dedicated “GoFree” Brand

January 4, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Navico, the world’s largest manufacturer of marine electronics and parent company to the Lowrance, Simrad and B&G brands, announced today the launch of its newest brand, GoFree. Designed to deliver content and services to consumers […]

Torqeedo Innovations at METS

January 4, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

In addition to its first hybrid drive system, Torqeedo is displaying a compelling array of new products for the 2015 season at the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS) in Amsterdam. The company is launching even […]

Garmin Scanning Sonar Black Box

January 4, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the GSD 25, a premium sonar module that offers traditional sonar, 1kW CHIRP, CHIRP DownVü and CHIRP […]

NEW – Crestliner Pro Tiller Series

January 2, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Meet the all new Crestliner Pro Tiller Series. Built around the driver this tiller series’ intuitive layout positions storage, live wells and total control within easy reach. With thick high-quality aluminum and all-welded strength, every […]

The IRL Paddle Adventure 2014

January 2, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Join us for a day, a week or the entire Indian River Lagoon (IRL) Paddle Adventure. This year’s 2014 IRL Paddle Adventure kicks off at sunset on November 29th at the Marine Discovery Center (MDC) […]

On Mn Statute 86B.13

January 1, 2015 ODU Admin Comments Off

Bob Bohland Blog – The Minnesota Legislature passed a law involving invasive species that goes into effect January 1, 2015. While many elected official may think that something like this is the solution to the […]

Seabreacher “Killer Whale” PWC is Submersible

December 31, 2014 ODU Admin Comments Off

Think cool when you see this new PWC. Don’t ride it in Pudget Sound though. Innespace Productions, the innovative design and fabrication company that released their shark inspired Seabreacher X last year, has just unveiled […]

SeaStar Solutions Two Newest Hydraulic Jackplates

December 30, 2014 ODU Admin Comments Off

Advanced Hydraulics and Available SmartStick® Position Sensor Provide Fast, Accurate Engine Positioning To Maximize Acceleration, Speed And Handling For Today’s High Performance Outboards. SeaStar Solutions engineers have been working on enhancing the performance