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New App Collects Recreational Boating Data to Reduce Accidents

August 13, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

The Center for Recreational Boating Research, which released the SOBOS app in May, has produced a video educating the public about the new tool, now available to view and download on SOBOS.org. SOBOS was designed to collect information […]

Paddling on the Sassafras River shows off the Bay that was

August 13, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

If Capt. John Smith could come back to retrace his Chesapeake journeys in the early 1600s, he might find portions of Foreman Creek much as he saw it four centuries ago. On this murky tributary […]

Speak Up Now to Reduce the Chance of Putting Harmful E15 Fuel in Your Boat

August 10, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

WHAT: The battle to protect your boat’s engine is not over. Right now, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comments on the amount of ethanol that must be blended into the nation’s fuel […]

FUGAWI.COM CHARTS NOW AVAILABLE ON OPENCPN ANDROID APP

July 26, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Industry leading online chart service fugawi.com, announced today that in collaboration with world-renowned OpenCPN (opencpn.org), that their extensive portfolio of raster charts is now available to OpenCPN Android App users. Building upon its experience in […]

‘Propane Systems on Your Boat’

July 24, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

If you want to heat your boat, cook aboard, or perhaps, run your refrigerator when you are away from shore power, propane is a common fuel source. But what are the most important safety concerns […]

Topwater Series proves a point in ICAST warm-up

July 16, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Angling Internationals Point Of View: On The Water – the popular warm-up act for ICAST – proved the ideal environment for Old Town kayaks to unveil its all-new Topwater Series. David Hadden, Brand Director for […]

BRP Acquires Alumacraft

June 29, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

BRP announced today the creation of the Marine Group with the acquisition of Alumacraft Boat, the premier private North American manufacturer of aluminum fishing boats, based in St. Peter, MN. By solidifying its position in […]

Boats and Ethanol Fuel: BoatUS Wants to Hear From You

June 22, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

With the start of the boating season, Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) wants to hear from boaters about their experiences with ethanol fuels in an online survey at https://bit.ly/2JM4AS5. The short, 13-question […]

CXO300 Diesel Outboard – Diesel Without Compromise (Video)

June 22, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

The CXO300 diesel outboard engine is quite simply revolutionary. Combining the power and torque of a diesel engine, with the flexibility of an outboard, Cox is redefining marine propulsion. The result is the most powerful, […]

Congress Recognizes Importance of Outdoor Industry

June 21, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

In government, data counts. If you can’t measure it, your chances of getting legislative support are nil. That’s why Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) applauds recent congressional action to authorize $1.5 million […]

Boat Safety a Major Focus Pending Recreation Cannabis Legalization

June 21, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

The Canadian Safe Boating Council (CBSC) is warning people of the dangers of operating a boat while impaired by any drug — not just alcohol — as the country gets ready to legalize recreational marijuana […]

BOATUS MEDIA ALERT: NEW YORK’S RECREATIONAL BOATERS NEED TO ACT NOW

June 19, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

The New York Senate and Assembly are considering legislation, SB 9092 and AB 9806a, that would require all boat operators in the Empire State to complete a boating safety course within one year. Currently only […]

Total Lighting Solutions for Kayaks And Small Boats

June 13, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

RAILBLAZA® USA provides total lighting solutions for kayaks, boats and dinghies with the Visibility Kit II and NaviPack. Both navigation lights improve on-the-water visibility to keep boaters and kayakers safe. “Staying safe while on the […]

Iridium Network Approved to Provide Global Maritime Distress Safety System

June 10, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: IRDM) announced today that the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) agreed to recognize that the Iridium network meets all the criteria of the IMO needed to provide mobile […]

C-Tug Sandtrakz All-Terrain Kayak and Canoe Cart Now Available

May 31, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

C-Tug® by RAILBLAZA® offers easy transportation of kayaks and canoes over a wide range of surfaces with the C-Tug Sandtrakz All-Terrain Kayak and Canoe Cart. Sturdy and compact, the kayak cart features puncture-free, tubeless […]

YakStick Gives Kayak Anglers Anchoring Opportunities

May 30, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

YakGear™ offers silent and effortless shallow-water anchoring for kayaks, canoes, SUP and small boats with the YakStick Floating Stake-Out Stick. The YakStick features a true mud foot to also serve as a push pole. YakGear offers two lengths […]

3 Mistakes Boaters Don’t Want to Make with a DSC-VHF Radio

May 29, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

For recreational boaters, sailors and anglers, having a Digital Selective Calling (DSC) VHF radio aboard to call for emergency help will always be the fastest way to summon assistance from your closest rescuers. That means […]

National Safe Boating Week promotes safe boating practices

May 17, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) is proud to join boating safety advocates nationwide to raise awareness about safe boating practices during National Safe Boating Week. Millions of Americans participate in the […]

3 Easy, No-Cost Ways to Be Safer on the Water

May 14, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

With the start of boating season and next week’s National Safe Boating Week, May 19–25, the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water has three tips to get boaters thinking about safety aboard any […]

FLIR Introduces Raymarine Magnum High-Performance Marine Radar

May 11, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today the Raymarine Magnum™ high-performance open array radar featuring superior bird mode and beam sharpening technology. Including many of the same radar technologies trusted by the United States Coast […]

FUGAWI.COM CHARTS NOW AVAILABLE ON OPENCPN

May 10, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Industry leading online chart service fugawi.com, announced today that in collaboration with world-renowned OpenCPN, it has made its extensive selection of downloadable raster charts available to OpenCPN software enthusiasts worldwide. This exciting development provides the […]

NY Sea Grant Clean and Safe Boating Educational Vessels for 2018

May 8, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

A 12-foot boat that folds. A paddleboard in a backpack. A kayak that blows up like a balloon. These folding and inflatable vessels are attracting attention as the Inflate-A-Fleet that is the centerpiece of the […]

Easy-To-Use Accessory Mounting Options for Aluminum Boats

May 7, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

RAILBLAZA® USA introduces full customization for a wide range of aluminum boat models with the new TracLoader StarPort and TracLoader SidePort gunnel accessory mounts. The new mounts provide a solid attachment point for the full […]

National Campaign for Awareness of Emergency Locator Beacon Importance

April 26, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

406 Day is a national campaign run by NOAA to spread awareness of the importance of emergency position indicating radio beacons, or EPIRBS, and personal locator beacons, or PLBs, in boating safety. In 2017, the […]

Save a Kid’s Life This Summer: Become a Life Jacket Loaner Site

April 25, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

A simple way to save a kid’s life is to ensure they have a life jacket when they go boating, sailing or fishing. But sometimes, it’s not easy to borrow a right-sized life jacket when […]

Paddle and Push Pole Storage Solutions

April 25, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

RAILBLAZA® USA introduces quick and easy kayak and marine storage solutions with the QuickGrip Hip Clip, QuickGrip Paddle Clip and QuickGrip Push Pole Holder. Whether paddling in a kayak or push-poling across shallow waters in a flats […]

Is Your Boat in Hurricane Country?

April 23, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Will you have a recreational boat located in hurricane country as of June 1? According to recently released predictions by experts at Colorado State University, the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season could be a doozy. If […]

5 Things Your Marine Surveyor Wants You to Know

April 20, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

For many people, buying a boat is the second largest purchase they will make in their lifetime, and at the center of this process is your friendly marine surveyor. Ensuring that you know everything you […]

BoatUS Warns Against President’s Proposal to Sell E15 Year-Round

April 18, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

A proposal by President Trump to allow the sale of E15 (15 percent ethanol) gasoline year-round has set off alarm bells at the nation’s largest boating advocacy group, Boat Owners Association of The United States […]

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Mercury Marine partners with FELL Marine

April 16, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Mercury Marine announces an exciting new partnership with FELL Marine, a leader in marine wireless technology, to co-develop Mercury-exclusive wireless and IOT connected products that will seamlessly integrate with Mercury’s SmartCraft suite of digital […]

How to Get a Boat Loan Without a Hiccup

April 6, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

With interest rates already on the rise, how can you ensure your boat loan goes smoothly without time-consuming hiccups? Here are 10 tips from Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) just in time […]

New Backwater Paddles by YakGear

March 30, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Backwater Paddles by YakGearTM provide paddlers unsurpassed performance and versatility with its unique design and feel. Both the Assault Hand Paddle and the Assassin Carbon Fiber Hybrid Paddle provide unique features for controlling a kayak or […]

ASA Supports American Boating Congress

March 29, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

On May 9-11, 2018 in Washington D.C., ASA will join a broad group of co-hosts to support the American Boating Congress (ABC). Numerous industry organizations have agreed to co-host ABC, joining the rallying-cry to strengthen the collective […]

Arizona Tips for Preparing Your Boat for Summer

March 29, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Boating season will be here before we know it, and many Arizonans are getting eager to pull their watercraft from storage to start preparing for sunny days out on the water. To ensure a safe […]

NEW Raymarine RV-100 All-In-One Transom Mount Transducer

March 26, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Raymarine’s RV-100 All-In-One Transom Mount Transducer lets you easily identify structures and locate fish with the life-like clarity of RealVision 3D sonar. The RV-100 is a 4-channel, Wide Spectrum CHIRP transducer with DownVision™, SideVision™, high […]

New Power From Yamaha

March 12, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Yamaha Marine Group kicks off 2018 with a new addition to the V MAX SHO® family, new power and rigging options, and a brand-new color choice for F300 and F350 offshore models; Yamaha White. This press […]

Yamaha Marine Launches Photo Contest

March 8, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Yamaha Marine Group announced today the launch of the 2018 “Yamaha Classic Photo Contest” on Facebook®, Twitter®, and Instagram®. The contest invites participants to send in their Yamaha photos and awards the entry that best […]

President of Bass Pro’s boat division confirms 130 new jobs

March 1, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Bass Pro’s boat making division is re-opening a facility in Bolivar, Missouri this April. The plant, which was closed in 2009 during the economic turndown, will add 130 new jobs in its first year of […]

Boaters Stand to Gain With Government’s Recognition

March 1, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Boaters Stand to Gain With Government’s Recognition of the Outdoor Industry. Department of Commerce Report: Outdoor Industry makes up 2 percent of US GDP. It’s no surprise that the industries that produce the most goods […]

Texas Game Wardens Get Rescue Drone

February 22, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Texas game wardens have a new high-flying tool for search and rescue missions. The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department on Wednesday announced the acquisition of a camera-equipped drone that can transmit live images. The drone […]

BoatUS Speaks for Boaters at ‘State of the Industry’ Capitol Hill Briefings

February 22, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) in partnership with the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) went to Capitol Hill to address Congressional Boating Caucus members […]

Coast Guard Mobile App for Recreational Boaters

February 22, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Are you a boater? If so, you’ve probably heard countless tips about how to keep yourself safe while on the water. You also probably have all the necessary safety equipment, such as a marine VHF […]

350 Realm From Whaler, A Miami Boat Show Winner

February 19, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Meet the boat that calls to mind cherished memories and empowers exciting new ones: the brilliant new 350 Realm. As the first in a new family of Boston Whaler express models, the 350 Realm combines […]

FELL and Mercury Marine Join Forces To Enhance Boater Safety Through Wireless Technology

February 17, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Mercury Marine announces an exciting new partnership with FELL Marine, a leader in marine wireless technology, to co-develop Mercury-exclusive wireless and IOT connected products that will seamlessly integrate with Mercury’s SmartCraft suite of digital technology […]

Mercury Marine Announces New 150 Pro XS Outboard

February 16, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Mercury Marine, is pleased to introduce its new 150 Pro XS outboard at the 2018 Miami International Boat Show. Building on the successful launch of the Mercury 115 Pro XS in 2016, the new 150 […]

Garmin and Navico End Dispute

February 15, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

Navico – the Norwegian-based parent company of the Lowrance, Simrad and B&G brands – has ended its three-year legal battle with Garmin International over sonar and auto guidance patents. The agreement includes a broad cross […]

Power-Pole Introduces Ultra-Lite and Heavy-Duty Spikes

February 8, 2018 ODU Admin Comments Off

JL Marine Systems, Inc., the leading manufacturer in shallow water anchor technology and the Power-Pole® shallow water anchor, is pleased to introduce the all-new Power-Pole® Ultra-lite Spike and Power-Pole® Heavy-duty Spike. Regardless of your fishing style, these new spikes deliver a strong and secure […]