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Speedlink, the new trigger snap shackle is ultra lightweight has an excellent weight /performance ratio. It has an easily controlled opening and excellent working and breaking loads. Speedlink was developed using finite element analysis software and has an optimised design. Its…
Storm Performance is proud to announce their appointment as the Australasiandistributor for Dubarry of Ireland, the famous Irish Lifestyle brand. Dubarry's success with footwear is not limited to just deck shoes. It has recentlyadded a casual clothing line to its…
Continuing to do what it does best, producing well-mannered and equipped cruisers, Bavaria has once again hit the spot with its new 38, reports Kevin Green. The revamped range of cruisers from the southern German yard of Bavaria has produced a…
Bavaria goes upmarket with the new Vision 40, 44 and 50, reports Bob Ross. Bavaria's new Vision series of deck saloon yachts emphasises outdoor as well as indoor comfort, which should appeal to Australian cruisers and cruiser/racers. The Vision 40,…
2007 BOATS The European boat shows of recent months have showcased a mass of innovative new yachts. Expect many of these to be heading to the Australian market through 2007. The French, German and Swedish builders have all added significant…
Money a little tight in the current economic climate? Caroline Strainig checks out a trailer-sailer new to Australia that will get you on the water without stretching your bank balance to breaking point.“Cruising is a state of mind.” I don’t…
Caroline Strainig checks out a yacht with a lot of pluses for its size – the Beneteau Oceanis 31. “A small yacht with big-boat features.” That’s how one of the Beneteau staff summed up the Oceanis 31 when he showed it…
Stella Systems is proud to announce their appointment as the exclusive Australian distributor for OpenOcean Watermakers. OpenOcean designs and manufactures a new concept in watermakers, one that works all the time, is easy to operate and doesn't break the bank….
Tackticks MN30Tacktick's new mn30 wind system is ideal for sailing or power cruising yachts 11.5m and under, whether replacing an existing system or installing for the first time. Wind speed and direction information is delivered wirelessly from the wind transmitter,…
Dunbier Marine Products has released a new range of ultra-strong aluminium multi-roller trailers.With models available to suit boats up to 6.1m, 6.6m, 7.0m and 7.5m, the Australian-made trailers boast superior strength-to-weight ratios – for lighter, more economical towing on the…
Garmin, provides a GPS device for the most amphibian of creatures – an ultra portable and rugged touchscreen navigator which accepts not only marine charts but can also utilise street and topographic maps.The GPSMAP 620 comes with a worldwide basemap…
Real quality and performance gains have been made in the latest production boats, as the team at Australian Yachting found out during the last year, reports Kevin Green. Bavaria Vision 40 and 44 The Oceanis range has a lineage going…
The mid-30ft range is a competitive arena to do business in because this is a big volume market sector, so for the giants of Beneteau and Jeanneau, it's an important area, reports Kevin Green. That's why Jeanneau has kept the…
Catamarans are a compelling design for the cruising sailor as the Australian-built Seawind range testifies to, reports Kevin Green. Seawind catamarans are one of the biggest successes of our production boat building industry and continue to push their market share….
Dehler has successfully used its racing pedigree to create a refined performance cruiser, reports Kevin Green. Dehler is not a name synonymous with sailing in Australia but this could very well change as the revitalised company introduces its newly designed…
ITT Jabsco are proud to introduce the new 233SL Remote Control Dual Beam Searchlight with 200,000 candlepower. The new Jabsco 233SL has been designed to offer the best combination of beam spread (width) and intensity (length). Several innovative design solutions…
Have you been looking for your own place to sit in the stern pushpit ? No problem the new seats made by Niro-Petersen enable you to do that now. It hangs in the stern pushpit and is supported by the…
Bavaria Yachts is delighted to announce the introduction of the new Cruiser 32. Continuing the exciting collaboration with Farr Yacht Design and BMW Designworks USA (part of the BMW Group), the new Cruiser 32 will retain the market leading benefits…
Musto's new logo is contemporary and powerful and will easily identify it in the market place. The new strap line of “Performance Anywhere” unifies all areas of this leading brand and reinforces Musto as the brand of choice for discerning…
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