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Boston Whaler 345 Conquest Wins

It was the feature that drew Boston Whaler fans from near and far to the Miami Convention Center: the Dynamic Cabin System on the all-new 345 Conquest, a must-see breakthrough in v-berth functionality that will […]

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SS Marine Products Incorporated Rebrands

United States marine accessory and traction mat manufacturer, SS Marine Products Incorporated, has rebranded the company under the new name of Gator Guards. In celebration of the company’s 20 year anniversary, their rebranding includes a […]

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Millions That Boost Boating and Fishing

Most dealers have heard of it, but can’t define it. Most manufacturers don’t know the details, either. Still, it’s a whopping $600 million program using public funds to annually boost boating and fishing and it’s […]

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VS1780 – Aluminum Deep V Series

Ranger’s acclaimed roster of aluminum bass, crappie and multipurpose boats continue to be one of the industry’s best-selling product lines as the brand’s strong heritage, quality construction and innovative design resonates with boat buyers. This […]

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Torqeedo “TorqTrac APP”

Leading electric outboard manufacturer Torqeedo has announced the introduction of TorqTrac, a smartphone app which greatly enhances the Torqeedo motors’ user experience. The renowned leader in marine innovation is continuing its drive toward the cutting […]

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Navionics Launches New Boating App

Navionics, the leader in content and location-based services for the recreational boating and outdoor markets, announced today the release of its newest app, Navionics Boating. Offering the same great detail found on GPS chartplotters, the […]

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Humminbird Units Discounted

The Miami Inter- national Boat Show (February 13-17) will feature best-in-class fishfinder technology embodied by ION™ (http://store.humminbird.com/category/748445/ION_Series), ONIX™ (http://store.humminbird.com/category/748448/ONIX_Series) and several completely redesigned fishfinder

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Getting Your Boat Ready

Do you want to operate your boat safely and effectively this year?  There is some preparation it needs done.  It is not difficult, but necessary.  It might even save money in the long run. Just […]

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ECO Fuel-Saving Propellers

Addressing the related topics of increasing fuel costs and environmental stewardship, Mercury Marine is pleased to announce the new Enertia ECO propeller has been released for sale today to the Mercury Marine dealer network. The […]

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Propane Powered Outboard

Since Lehr Outboard’s entrance into the marine industry just a few years ago, the rapidly expanding company has been turning heads and winning technology awards for its innovative small, clean-burning, propane-fueled four-stroke engines. Lehr, is […]

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Brunswick Nationwide Boater Education Program

Brunswick Corporation’s (NYSE: BC) dealer services team, Brunswick Dealer Advantage, is going nationwide with its education program promoting boater education at Brunswick marine dealerships in partnership with the nation’s leading boater education organization, United States […]

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Rigging The Ultimate Fishing Boat

North to South, cabin fever has countless winter-weary anglers gearing up for warm-weather fishing adventures ahead. For some, that means buying a new boat, while others opt to trick out their current fishing platforms. Whichever […]

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Endangered Duskytail Darter

An endangered fish in the headwaters of Lake Cumberland will likely prevent raising the water level in the reservoir to the traditional summer mark for the eighth year in a row, dashing the hopes of […]

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Win A Ranger Boat

Want to win a new Ranger use promo code Odumag! You’ve never seen a show like this before! You’ve never seen a show like this before, the world’s first virtual Boat, Sports, Fishing and Outdoor […]

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2075 Tyee Magnum

Lund Boats’ iconic Tyee adds the new 2075 Magnum edition to target massive freshwater lakes like Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, Ontario and beyond.  Designed as a big water trolling platform, the new Magnum is the […]

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Fishing generates big bucks for Texas

Texas Update-Other States should take note: Fishing is a popular pastime in Texas that generates some serious bucks for the state’s economy. How much? According to the results a Southwick Associates survey conducted for the […]

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REGISTRATION OPEN FOR TRITON GOLD

Triton Boats, a leading manufacturer of fiberglass and aluminum fishing boats, is announcing that registration is open for the 2014 Triton Gold angler contingency program. “Triton Gold is a program that allows all fiberglass and […]

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Writer Spotlight – Nici Haerter

Nici Haerter is an avid angler, freelance writer, and professional musician. She resides in Central Florida and enjoys angling and travel adventures around the globe. Her angling adventures have spanned across 3 continents, including piranha […]

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Aluminum all-stars

Made with serious tournament-ready features such as a raised front deck, recessed trolling motor pedal, generous storage, spacious rod lockers and a dash filled with performance instrumentation, the new Ranger aluminum boat offerings are going […]

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New Yamaha Aluminum Talon Prop

Yamaha Marine Group announced today it has launched a new series of high-performance aluminum propellers for its mid-range outboards that are standard-equipped with the exclusive Shift Dampener System (SDS™), bringing no-clunk, quiet operation to a […]

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Basics For Runabouts

There’s a lot to be said for owning small runabouts, center consoles or bow riders. While they are affordable, easy to store, and can keep everyone in the family happy, they have their limits, though, […]

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Kids Afloat PFD Program

Non-profit summer camps, schools, or local non-profit organizations providing on the water programs for kids have a strong need for safety, and having right-sized life jackets for kids is key. Now, the BoatUS Foundation’s Kids […]

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Invasive-Species Report Falls Short

In reviewing the detailed GLMRIS Report announced by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on January 6, 2014 to deal with the spread of aquatic nuisance specie into Lake Michigan, the Great Lakes Boating Federation(GLBF) […]

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Crestliner 1600 Vision

For the first time in the marine industry, consumers can fully customize their boat to fit their on-water ambitions right at the dealership.  Introducing the Crestliner 1600 Vision-boating’s next game changer.  This affordable 16-foot aluminum […]

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McMurdo Smartfind S20 MOB Device

The McMurdo Smartfind S20 is a personal AIS MOB device worn on a lifejacket and activated by sliding off the safety tab and lifting an arming cap to deploy the antenna. The compact, lightweight unit […]

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Yamaha debuts F175

Yamaha Marine Group said today that it added the F175 outboard to its group of inline four-cylinder engines and launched a new series of high- performance aluminum propellers for its mid-range outboards. The brand-new F175 […]

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Mustang Survival Child PFD’s

The Mustang Survival® brand will be showcasing its Lil’ Legends line of child flotation solutions at boat shows throughout the United States this winter. Redesigned in 2013, the Lil’ Legends line continues to deliver top […]

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Maritime Trade Students Scholarships

 The National Marine Representatives Association is offering scholarships to students pursuing education and training in the maritime trades. NMRA will award two $500 scholarships to outstanding students seeking careers in marine-related fields. “Our group is […]

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Triton Catch Of The Season Program

Triton’s new promotion “Catch of the Season” is a limited-time promotion that designed to enhance the buying experience this boat show season for purchasers of Triton’s fiberglass and carpeted aluminum models. The Catch of the […]

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OLD TOWN’s New Prowler Big Game II

Old Town, Maine Ocean Kayak, a recognized leader in the kayak fishing community, today introduced its new Prowler Big Game II fishing kayak. The Big Game II features a host of advancements designed to deliver […]

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A Review of The Old Town Penobscot 174

We hear and see so much about kayaks and kayak fishing these days. Undeniably, kayaks have certain advantages- they’re small, they’re very portable, and when you’re in a solo kayak there is no compromise. You […]

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Lund Boats Carves out Another Classic

Fresh from the legendary fishing boat manufacturer, Lund recently engineered an even larger, more athletic sport utility boat – the new 2075 Tyee. The prototypical family fishing rig for the next generation, the 2075 Tyee […]

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Friends of Animals Off Message Again

Soundings Reports: Animal rights activists are calling for a boycott of the Progressive Insurance New York Boat Show because they say an event called the Swampmaster Gator Show condones mistreatment of alligators. Friends of Animals […]

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Are You Slip Savvy

If you keep your boat in the water, these simple steps can help prevent engine damage and save you money. Do you keep your boat in the water during the season like thousands of other boat owners? […]

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Amphibious Ice Rescue Vehicle

The Landing School, a post- secondary institution focused on educating tomorrow’s marine industry professionals, is pleased to announce the collaboration of faculty members with WISE Technology, developer of the AIR Responder, a first of its […]

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Skinny Stick Anchor

New to the market, a quick release kayak anchor stake, The Skinny Stick, utilizes a simple Velcro release pad as a launching device. By releasing a Velcro tab attached to the kayak gunwale by your […]

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SlideMoor Boat Docking System

A new short video explains the unique SlideMoor Boat Docking System. “At just over a minute, our new explainer video is a simple but effective tool our dealers can use to illustrate to potential customers […]

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New Pontoon Line From Larson

Larson Boat Group announced the launch of the Escape, the company’s new line of pontoon boats. “After two years of development and testing the Larson team is anxious to finally take the wraps off this […]

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Senators Hearing On Ethanol

There was testimony once again on Capitol Hill regarding the Environmental Protection Agency proposal that would — for the first time since the Renewable Fuel Standard passed in 2007 — decrease the amount of biofuel […]