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As of September 15, 2009 in Canada all boaters will be required to have the Pleasure Craft Operator Card in order to operate a powered watercraft. There is no grandfather clause or age exemption � this law applies to all boaters. Powered watercraft includes watercraft fitted with any size motor � even a trolling motor.
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The biggest jet-driven vessels are found in military use or the high speed passenger/car ferry industry. South Africa's Valour class frigates (approximately 120m long) are the biggest jet-propelled vessels so far. Even these German-built vessels are capable of performing "crash stops.
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You can easily repair your inflatable boat and its minor punctures (1cm or less), be it either in Hypalon or in Strongan/PVC fabric. Read basic repair instructions below, but when performing simple repairs follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Always use safety equipment. Seek a professional repair station for complete details, instructions and materials.


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40' - 45' Bluewater Cruiser?!

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 19:10:48 +0200
I'm looking to purchase my first sailboat and I am in need of some guidance. I was leaning towards a steel or aluminum hull but most do not have a swim step and walk through transom. It sounds kind of odd but the is a top criteria for me. Three reasons: it is easier to land big fish, it is easiers to board from a tender, and I have a dog who loves the water and if she jumps I need to get her back aboard somehow. Do you know of any steel hulled sloop or cutter rigs that have a walk through transom and a swim step?! I am looking at the 40'-45' range.

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Temporary closure of Durban Port

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 19:40:23 +0200
As a prelude to planning for for the widening of the Durban Port Entrance Channel, it is necessary to close the channel to undertake geotechnical drilling. We have been advised that the port closure for geotechnical drilling to be carried out have been scheduled on the following dates, weather permitting: 14th/15th of October

21st/22nd of October

28th/29th of October

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Sailing Crew Wanted - Atlantic Crossing U S To Med May 2009

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 19:20:44 +0200
We live aboard our beautiful 52-foot staysail schooner Marguerite (blue-water boat, built in 1983, major re-fits in 2000 and 2007, coast-guard approved, comfortable and sea-kindly) and plan to take her to the Mediterranean in late spring next year. "We" refers to Skipper Jim, First Mate Barbara, and First Mascot Sam. Despite her classic looks, Marguerite has modern equipment (roller furling jib, staysail, and foresail, in-mast furled main, state-of-the art electronics) that make it easy for the two of us, with occasional help by the cat, to sail her. For our transatlantic crossing (May/June 2008, via Bermuda and the Azores, with first landing in Portugal), though, we would like to have two additional crew members to share the experience and the watches. We are looking for experienced sailors who can stand watch by themselves and contribute to sailing and navigation.

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Boat Covers - Its Countless Uses

By David Faulkner

One should not entertain a second thought when buying boat covers. Their function should not be underestimated. Boat covers are the fastest and most economical way of protecting your boat. Investing in one would not be a waste since its use can be maximized over extensive storage time especially during the winter season.

Boat covers can also be utilized during sailing, hauling, and docking. As such, they can be tailor-made or semi-tailor made lift canopies designed for every boat that you can imagine.

There are tailor-made boat covers for a specific brand, built, and type of boat. Darts and tugs make it possible for boat covers to fit the boats to a T and thus offer maximum protection. The materials are of high-grade marine canvas but are reasonably priced.

These, plus the experienced craftsmanship involved in producing such boat covers, explain their popularity among customers. These are generally water-resistant boat covers. There are others that are made from tarpaulin. Either way, these serve useful functions in docking, winter storage, sailing, new or used boats, ski boats, pontoon, fishing, deck boats, v-hull, tri-hull, inflatable, or bass boats.

There are also boat covers with a wide range of fabrics of different hues to match the boat�s color. The fabrics are not of the ordinary kind. They are strong and durable and are cured against sun, mold, and mildew harshness. They are also made to be flexible, unbreakable, or not easily worn.

Product standards ascertain the boat covers' durability and strength. The main fabric material is further strengthened and protected by a heavy vinyl sewn as an underlining in particularly weak areas. The seams are sewn with two- to four-ply double stitches using thread that is rot- and mildew-resistant.

As an added reinforcement, ultraviolet-resistant polyester rope is stitched on the hem surrounding with durable web tie-down loops and D-rings to ensure the secureness of the boat covers.

The semi-tailored boat covers are also available in a wide array of shapes to suit different types of boats. They also offer similar protection and resistance features as their tailor-made counterparts. Boat lift canopies, while providing a certain degree of protection, are not as extensive as the tailor-made or semi-tailor made boat covers.

Boat covers may be obtained directly from suppliers and distributors and carry a five-year warranty on the products.

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Strictly speaking, Jet Ski is the trademarked name of a personal water craft (PWC) produced by the Kawasaki Motor Company, but the term "jet ski" has become a generic name for all types of personal watercraft. While Kawasaki first marketed a Jet Ski in 1973, a smaller company called Bombadier actually created a workable personal watercraft in the late 1960s. Years after the Kawasaki Jet Ski became a household name, Bombadier came back with the Sea Doo and managed to make a dent in the personal water craft marketplace. Another popular PWC model is called a WaveRunner.
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According to the Guiness Book of Motorboating, the history of the inflatable boat goes back as far as 880 BC, when the Assyrian king Ashurnasirpal II ordered troops to cross a river using greased animal skins, which they inflated continuously to keep the vessels afloat. In ancient China, during the Sung and Ming dynasties, inflated, airtight skins were used for crossing rivers.
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Your boat�s seaworthiness can depend on the load you put in it and where you put it. Too much weight can overload your boat and cause it to become unstable or allow small waves to come aboard. It will also reduce the amount your boat can roll before its sides dip under. Weight that is carried too high will reduce stability, making your boat more apt to roll and less inclined to return to an upright position
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Boating, Sailing And Marine Stories

Neil Pryde Sails France

8 Feb 2008 07:00:03 +0200
Neil Pryde Sails France. Neil Pryde Limited started in 1970 as a large scale manufacturer of sails for the boat building industry.
This company was built on our OEM business and in the early 1970's Neil Pryde was undoubtedly one of the largest supplier of sails to boat builders with major accounts including Albin, O'Day, Beneteau, Hobie Cat, Jeanneau and others.

Igloo changes hands again

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 07:55:49 GMT

A pervasive deep-freeze in global credit markets hasn't kept a Connecticut private equity firm from lining up financing to complete the acquisition of the country's largest ice-chest manufacturer.

Sailing Crew Wanted from Fiji To Auckland In November.

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 12:05:14 +0200
2 sailing crew (preferably a couple) required to join us for a few days cruising in Fiji prior to sailing from Lautoka (Fiji) to Bay of Islands and then on down to Auckland.

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