tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17709209721073498262024-02-26T23:09:02.821-08:00Marine Supply Blog - The Best in Boating & Fishing GearUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger92125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-82144082472455719222011-05-03T07:56:00.000-07:002011-05-03T07:56:54.881-07:00Introducing our New Boat Prop Finder & a Sneak Peak at New Prop Offerings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk9HjVAhzfmFr1YSa1ECglcjjuFwST3_qCKMvz5VLeZ-aj4oxcLyUyX045lH54ZZwjQX1S5vIW0wACzI8coQ5jRjTFc0w479ZOBRoS3kqw5CcsI0PzwgGVBBxPpp3Q3aHWqMYbaetz2yE/s1600/typhoon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk9HjVAhzfmFr1YSa1ECglcjjuFwST3_qCKMvz5VLeZ-aj4oxcLyUyX045lH54ZZwjQX1S5vIW0wACzI8coQ5jRjTFc0w479ZOBRoS3kqw5CcsI0PzwgGVBBxPpp3Q3aHWqMYbaetz2yE/s200/typhoon.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>You probably already know that SavvyBoater offers a wide selection of <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-27-solas-propellers.aspx">stainless steel boat propellers from Solas Propellers</a>, and you might know that we have exceptional prices and free shipping on all Solas stainless propellers. But did you know we just launched our <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-88-boat-propellers.aspx">new boat prop finder</a> to make it even easier for you to pick the perfect boat prop?<br />
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With only 3 quick clicks, you'll find a selection of props designed for your outboard motor or sterndrive. Quickly sort through your options based on number of blades, pitch and rotation, it could hardly be easier.<br />
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Along with our new finder, we're also expanding our offering to include Mercury's QuickSilver line of propellers for selected Mercury outboards and sterndrives. Whether you're looking for the prop, the removable hub kit or both, we'll have a good selection at very competive prices. These new props should start coming on line this week.<br />
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If you're looking for a PowerTech Prop, give us a call at 866-560-1330. We've been a PowerTech dealer for several years, and will be going beyond special orders to add this line to our finder in the near future. Powertech props are forged in North America and finished in the PowerTech facility in Lousiana. Their attention to detail and deep offerings have made them popular with boaters looking for high-pitch performance propellers. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-51582724948895033732010-11-24T15:22:00.000-08:002010-11-24T15:22:06.050-08:00Black Friday / Cyber Monday Specials at Savvyboater.com<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://wwww.savvyboater.com/g-5-gift-ideas.aspx"><img alt="Cyber Monday savings On Great Boating Gifts" border="0" height="191" ox="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidLrXu5dFabRb5x2lJxzqOhls9GNkET22ncn7W1SiIt4EF7v31A_Bdt00DpKQOUu69bsKdqXNfl3FA-TJYvp_MMmo9AYt4rzC7aZ69k5FR69bpXbganik2h_-LqMideKKLYyJUi_AJRtw/s400/sale_black_friday_cyber_monday_2010.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>Looking for a Christmas gift for the boater in your life? We've got some great gift ideas on sale now, but you don't have to wait until Black Friday or Cyber Monday to take advantage of these deals. All deals are valid anytime - day or night - from now through Tuesday, November 30th. And don't worry, there's no lengthy lines or 4 a.m. wake up call here. <br />
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</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">The covers accommodate a 120" beam and lengths from 24' to 30'. Each cover has a 100" long slot with hook and loop (think Velcro) closure that will accommodate a radar arch and a bimini top. The design will handle bow rails up to 30" and a cut-out in the bow accommodates an anchor roller. Rope ratchets are included to tighten the rope in the cover's hem for a snug fit. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">If you're looking for a cover for your cabin cruiser, visit our boat covers page or give us a call at 866-560-1330, we're happy to help you explore your options.</div><br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">We also offer a number of other products that will help you outfit our cabin cruiser including <a href="https://www.savvyboater.com/v-23-polyform.aspx">Polyform fenders</a> and <a href="https://www.savvyboater.com/p-231-polyform-true-fit-ss-fender-holder.aspx">stainless steel rail mount fender baskets</a>. We offer a selection of anchor <a href="https://www.savvyboater.com/v-53-quick.aspx">windlasses by Quick</a> and <a href="https://www.savvyboater.com/v-52-maxwell.aspx">Maxwell</a>, and a wide range of <a href="https://www.savvyboater.com/c-51-boat-ladders.aspx">stainless steel ladders</a>. We also offer the <a href="https://www.savvyboater.com/v-27-solas-propellers.aspx">Solas</a> and PowerTech lines of propellers to fit most outdrive applications.</div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV23A1Lx_mo3_QuL48t1CbOCgFn1KJJN21Jsqg5JRjgOFiVxfdrAJFgvPCcriy97kzDPjyqKW82w-33SWMWlqfQatm0_dJNwN4IHDYGzlFwxQCJ-F1-yAnQG_BjRDjhiXg3XsCEi7yJlU/s1600/side_view.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Carver Industries new boat cover accomodates radar arches, part numbers 86224P, 86225P, 86226P, 86227P, 86228P, 86229P, 86230P adn 86231P" border="0" height="172" ox="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV23A1Lx_mo3_QuL48t1CbOCgFn1KJJN21Jsqg5JRjgOFiVxfdrAJFgvPCcriy97kzDPjyqKW82w-33SWMWlqfQatm0_dJNwN4IHDYGzlFwxQCJ-F1-yAnQG_BjRDjhiXg3XsCEi7yJlU/s400/side_view.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The new boat cover line for cruisers 24' - 30' with radar arches by Carver Industries</td></tr>
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</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-82324889022704303432010-11-18T13:59:00.000-08:002010-11-18T13:59:24.927-08:00Sustainable Boating - Solar Powered Boat Turanor is traveling around the world<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBYPyFSxu-cdQB9kfkP2OPh9gOGKDvRW_8xgZWVsl2ZWN7BLqGA8dEezc64yNF4LjhlKS6MnAymUi5kYS0Y4WVl182tPZAOM_6olSbKlLuqV3gSW8Il24Q2sl8sp6BN5C0tdLt4mFWATI/s1600/Turanor_2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="157" ox="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBYPyFSxu-cdQB9kfkP2OPh9gOGKDvRW_8xgZWVsl2ZWN7BLqGA8dEezc64yNF4LjhlKS6MnAymUi5kYS0Y4WVl182tPZAOM_6olSbKlLuqV3gSW8Il24Q2sl8sp6BN5C0tdLt4mFWATI/s320/Turanor_2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I recently ran across the PlanetSolar project to sail the boat Turanor around the world. 51 days into the voyage they have crossed the Atlantic, leaving from Monaco and are currently in the Caribbean near the island of St. Maarten. The expedition crossed the Atlantic in 25 days. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">The Turanor is a 31 meter catamaran with a 23 meter beam including the solar "flaps" weighing 95 tons, she carries 537 square meters of solar panel that offer 18.8% efficiency. It's a pretty amazing undertaking, circumnavigating the world on solar power, stopping in major ports along the way to spread the word on solar power and sustainable options. Their two major stopovers in the US will be in Miami and San Francisco.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div>You can check out the project at <a href="http://www.planetsolar.org/index.en.php">http://www.planetsolar.org/index.en.php</a>. The site offers a lot of information, some great pictures, videos and interactive tracking applications. It's well done and worth a visit.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-3447714698588208542010-09-24T17:08:00.000-07:002010-09-24T17:14:48.214-07:00Savvy Boater is now on Facebook. We'd love it if you'd like us!<strong class="headline">Savvy Boater is now on Facebook. We'd love it if you'd like us! </strong><br />
By liking us on Facebook you'll find:<br />
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</ul>To like us, visit our<strong> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Portland-OR/Savvy-Boater/125293840856772?v=app_7146470109&utm_source=SavvyScoop&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FacebookIntro">Facebook Page</a> </strong>and press the "like" button at the top of the page. <br />
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<div align="left"><img height="252" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/facebook//bad-boat-launch.jpg" width="389" /></div>All the ways you can follow us: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Portland-OR/Savvy-Boater/125293840856772?v=app_7146470109"><img align="absBottom" border="0" height="35" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/icons/facebook-logo.png" width="35" /></a><a href="http://twitter.com/SavvyBoater"><img align="absBottom" border="0" height="35" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/icons/twitter.gif" width="35" /></a><a href="http://www.youtube.com/savvyboater"><img align="absBottom" border="0" height="35" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/icons/youtube_logo_small.gif" width="35" /></a><a href="http://www2.savvyboater.com/pt/blog/"><img align="absBottom" border="0" height="35" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/icons/rss.gif" width="35" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-35867890599975602982010-08-06T10:49:00.000-07:002010-08-06T10:51:26.977-07:00Fighting Mold and Mildew on Stored BoatsMost boat owners have had to deal with condensation and the subsequent mold and mildew that can quickly grow in damp conditions. Put your cover on your boat when the carpet is damp and you’ll trap in moisture. When the air under the cover cools at night, the moisture precipitates out and makes the perfect habitat for molds.<br />
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The first line of defense is to have a <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-43-boat-covers.aspx">good boat cover</a> made of a breathable, marine grade polyester or acrylic. Breathable fabrics will allow water vapor to escape through the cover. Some covers come with built in venting, or aftermarket <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-6259-carver-adjustable-support-pole-w-vent.aspx">vented support poles</a> can be added. These provide an additional way for warm moist air to escape from under the cover.<br />
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The second line of defense is to <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-59-air-dryers-dehumidifiers.aspx">install a boat air dryer or dehumidifier</a>. These products are designed to reduce humidity in an enclosed area and work on a couple of different principles. <br />
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<h2 style="font-size: 14px;">Chemical Boat Dehumidifiers </h2>Chemical dehumidifiers come in a couple different forms, including disposable tub and packets, and reusable silica gel cartridges. Chemical air dryers are popular because:<br />
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<li>They are not particularly temperature sensitive</li>
<li>They are fairly inexpensive.</li>
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<ul><li>The need to monitor and replace or recharge regularly</li>
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</ul><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/PRODUCT/icon/6288.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Starbright No Damp Dehumidifier" border="0" bx="true" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/PRODUCT/icon/6288.jpg" /></a>Tubs of calcium chloride or similar chemicals are sold under a variety of brand names. They are fairly inexpensive, but they have to be emptied and have a limited life span before they are thrown away. The potential for mess is there as the water can be spilled or overflow and may be somewhat caustic. In addition, care must be take to keep it located where pets and wildlife won’t be exposed or tempted to take a drink of collected moisture. See the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-6288-no-damp-dehumidifier.aspx"><strong>No Damp Dehumidifier</strong></a> </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/PRODUCT/icon/6286.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Eva-Dry reuseable Silica gel boat dehumidifier" border="0" bx="true" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/PRODUCT/icon/6286.jpg" /></a>Silica gel based options like the Eva-Dry use silica gel enclosed in a protective casing. (Think of the little “Do Not Eat” packets in your vitamins or other moisture sensitive products.) Silica gel absorbs water, transforming the crystals from a hard grain like consistency to a glob of clear heavy gel. Silica gel can be dried back out and used again. The Eva-Dry De-humidifiers tell you when the gel is saturated. You can then take unit to a well ventilated place, plug it in and dry out the crystals in about a day. Once dry, it is ready to be re-installed and go back to work. The Eva-dry Dehumidifiers will last up to 10 years and the gel is enclosed where it doesn’t pose a threat to animals or furniture.</div><div>See the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-48-drywave-boat-air-dryer.aspx"><strong>Eva-Dry Dehumidifiers</strong></a> </div><h2 style="font-size: 14px;">Electric Boat Air Dryers</h2><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/PRODUCT/icon/6287.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Davis Air Dryer by Davis Marine" border="0" bx="true" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/PRODUCT/icon/6287.jpg" /></a></div>Electric Boat Air dryers are special low wattage heaters designed to gently raise the temperature in an enclosed space and reduce the humidity. Because they are heating the air, they are effective through the temperate and coastal parts of the country where cool, wet winters prevail. They are not effective in extreme cold, or temperatures much above 60 degrees. Electric boat air dryers typically draw about as much power as a light bulb, and while very warm to the touch, the element is protected inside the unit. With no moving parts the units are designed to be safely used for extended periods of time without direct supervision (when properly installed and used) </div><br />
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<li>It is inconvenient to access the air dryer on a regular basis </li>
</ul>2 of the most popular brands on the market are the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-6287-davis-air-dryer.aspx"><strong>Davis Air Dryer</strong></a> and the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-48-drywave-boat-air-dryer.aspx"><strong>DryWave Boat Air Dryer by Ironwood Pacific Outdoors</strong></a>, <br />
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<div>For more information on Boat Air Dryers and Dehumidifiers, check out our <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/s-83-air-dryers.aspx"><strong>Boat Air Dryer and Dehumidifier Resources</strong> at SavvyBoater.com</a>. </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-3912024781927416092010-08-04T10:18:00.000-07:002010-08-04T10:30:57.604-07:00Thanks Coast Guard!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp16H3qA6xsFFz_Omx8YHtAWo26N-1TWIYMYV45lamv9t0Fyeyu9VpW4PfnK7_P_XW4TllO0KpegpgdviaHor2fC99c6fEdEJccNl9Cq0LRc9hBNf7ip5nXNWHmoIY7SI4nN-S21gMe7c/s1600/coastguarddrill600.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Coast Guard Helicopter Practicing rescue maneuvers in Astoria, Oregon near Columbia River Bar" border="0" bx="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp16H3qA6xsFFz_Omx8YHtAWo26N-1TWIYMYV45lamv9t0Fyeyu9VpW4PfnK7_P_XW4TllO0KpegpgdviaHor2fC99c6fEdEJccNl9Cq0LRc9hBNf7ip5nXNWHmoIY7SI4nN-S21gMe7c/s320/coastguarddrill600.jpg" /></a></div>Today marks the <a href="http://coastguard.dodlive.mil/index.php/2010/08/commandants-coast-guard-day-message/">220th year of service for the US Coast Guard,</a> and a great time to say thanks for all they do, day in and day out.<br />
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President George Washington and the First Congress created the Revenue Cutter Service in 1790. In 1915 it merged with the US Lifesaving Service and was christened the Coast Guard. In 1939 the US Lighthouse Service was added and the Steamboat Inspection service in 1946. In 1967 the service was transferred from the department of treasury to the Department of Transportation, and in 2003 it move to the Department of Homeland Security.<br />
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While that outlines a long history intertwined with the growth of our nation; what that doesn't tell you is the daily heroics and around the clock vigilance that marks the Coast Guard's contribution to boaters and mariners in US waters. I grew up in Newport, Oregon's fishing community where tales of the local commander who only took his cigar out of his mouth if the surf boat was about to roll, were a staple. We watched from the cliff side while they raced boats across an impossible bar to pluck the crew off a sailboat just before it drifted into the surf and disintegrated. When a faulty diesel injector turned the exhaust system of our fishing boat into a blast furnace, they saved family and friends that were aboard and helped recover the vessel and on more than one occasion, they have evacuated friends with life threatening injuries. These are the smaller stories that mean everything in the world to those involved.<br />
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Happy 220th Coast Guard, We're glad you're here.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-67197249526225243512010-06-06T13:38:00.000-07:002010-06-06T13:38:24.647-07:00Hot June Savings at SavvyBoater.comWe've got a lot of exciting specials to help you kick off the boating season without breaking the bank. Stop by our <a href="http://savvyboater.com/g-1-current-specials.aspx">Current Specials</a> page to see our full line up of specials<br />
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Our Free Shipping special on all <a href="http://savvyboater.com/v-27-solas-props.aspx">Solas Boat Props</a> has been so popular, we've decided to continue the special through June. Just buy a prop from our extensive inventory during June and we'll ship it to you free*. <br />
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Now is the time to pick up that <a href="http://savvyboater.com/c-77-bimini-tops.aspx">new Bimini Top you've been wanting</a> and enjoy protection from the sun all season. We are offering Free Shipping* and a 5% savings on all Carver Bimini Tops with coupon code GOTYOUCOVERED.<br />
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Save 5% off any of our <a href="http://savvyboater.com/c-51-boat-ladders.aspx"><strong>extensive line of boat ladders</strong></a> with <strong>coupon code UPANDOUT</strong>. This includes quality stainless <a href="http://savvyboater.com/v-46-dive-n-dog.aspx">ladders by DiveNDog</a>, <a href="http://savvyboater.com/p-438-crone-a-step-up-pontoon-ladder.aspx">Crone's popular Underdeck Pontoon boat ladder</a> and the many great value Boater Sports Ladders.<br />
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If you're shopping for a Dad or Grad that loves boating, check out our selection of <a href="http://savvyboater.com/g-6-gift-ideas-for-dad.aspx">boating gift ideas</a>. Whether you're looking for <a href="http://savvyboater.com/c-169-nautical-gifts.aspx">quality nautical clocks and weather instruments by the craftsmen at Weems & Plath</a>, or a fantastic high performacen marine cooler we've got ideas for you. We are offering express 3-day shipping on all Weems and Plath Gifts and even better, it's free on items over $100. <br />
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Mentioning Marine Coolers reminds me that we are offering free shipping on many of <a href="http://savvyboater.com/c-86-electric-coolers.aspx">Engel's popular Portable Electric Fridge Freezers.</a><br />
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Last but not lease, we are offering case discounts on the leading <a href="http://savvyboater.com/v-23-polyform.aspx">boat fenders by Polyform</a> and Taylor. <br />
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*Free Shipping via ground to addresses in the lower 48 united states. Alaska, Hawaii, US Possessions and international orders excluded.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-69205884116570140052010-04-29T09:31:00.000-07:002010-04-29T09:35:01.105-07:00Measuring to Get the Correct Bimini Top For Your Boat.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQaQ5SMV17g6jqvVcyXO5UrOv_UIVg_dUsQQXFNgzYsOMXqGzr3wXrYpEJMWMCKXJQ6tErNpRmigfRAYO-PHpPKRQqivISLjDGgmtMCmkdDC3ND1Ti3ESjFEGjKzZMwv6MbC1Mx2BOT6k/s1600/Bimini-top-measure.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="139" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQaQ5SMV17g6jqvVcyXO5UrOv_UIVg_dUsQQXFNgzYsOMXqGzr3wXrYpEJMWMCKXJQ6tErNpRmigfRAYO-PHpPKRQqivISLjDGgmtMCmkdDC3ND1Ti3ESjFEGjKzZMwv6MbC1Mx2BOT6k/s200/Bimini-top-measure.gif" tt="true" width="200" alt="Measuring for your Bimini boat top" /></a></div>If you're thinking of buying a <strong>bimini top</strong>, take a few minutes to measure before you start shopping.<br />
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There are a number of <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/biminitopfinder.aspx">Bimini Top Finders</a> on-line, designed to recommend a bimini top based on the make, model and year of your boat. They provide a good way to narrow down the options, but the best way to be sure of a good fit is to take your actual measurements..<br />
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Figure out where you plan to mount your bimini top. Remember that the mounting point will be in the center of your top, so if you have an 6' long top, you'll have 3' of cover forwards and 3' backwards from your mounting point. Mark that spot with a piece of masking tape.<br />
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Width is the most critical factor on getting the right size. Measure in a straight line between the two mounting points you marked. Bimini tops are adjustable in width so you'll want to select one with a width adjustment that will accommodate your measurements.<br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">To get the correct height, measure up from your mounting point in a straight line. The total clearance of you top will be the height from the deck to your mounting point and from the mounting point to the height of your selected top. For example, if you mounted your 46" Bimini top on the gunwale where it is 24" above the deck, the total height would be 70" or 5'8" above the deck. Make sure this will give you ample head room to move about under your cover.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">With a good idea of the Width, Height and Length you'll need, you be quickly able to select the Bimini Top that is correct for your boat.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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One of their articles, <a href="http://www.hitchinfo.com/index.cfm?event=news.article&newsItemId=1159"><em>Trailer Maneuvering Basics</em></a> offers tips on handling your boat like a pro on the ramp. It also includes videos <a href="http://www.hitchinfo.com/index.cfm?event=viewpage&contentpieceid=5155"><em>How to Launch a Boat</em></a> and <a href="http://www.hitchinfo.com/index.cfm?event=viewpage&contentpieceid=5156"><em>Boat Launch Manners</em></a>.<br />
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All told, this site has a lot of great information for anyone towing or using a hitch mounted cargo application, and it looks like we can expect a lot more from it. It's on my bookmarks list.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVHxv7noLFUkOv0f9_NhrpM2teCoyVffHkvaNr_GpOQNHBghAaH2hHitJScI_XvnA4yiOc-DFG85DY4xCEoIWZRFnDQUU4vexuETgMZFlRPD1tONOmJ0MrpjFnH_ZFlT0UuBBmbwKFhDw/s1600/hitchinfo_screenshot.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="hitchinfo.com screenshot of information on towing boat trailers" border="0" height="311" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVHxv7noLFUkOv0f9_NhrpM2teCoyVffHkvaNr_GpOQNHBghAaH2hHitJScI_XvnA4yiOc-DFG85DY4xCEoIWZRFnDQUU4vexuETgMZFlRPD1tONOmJ0MrpjFnH_ZFlT0UuBBmbwKFhDw/s400/hitchinfo_screenshot.jpg" width="400" wt="true" /></a></div><br />
Check out my adventures in <a href="http://marine-supply.blogspot.com/2009/10/outfitting-our-new-rig-with-kayak-racks.html">outfitting our new Nissan Xterra to handle our kayaks and gear</a>. I'm now waiting for a Boat Roller system to arrive so loading up our canoe will be less of a chore (and less of a menace to the Xterra too). It will also accommodate a car toppable punt we are thinking about adding to the armada. The boat rollers should arrive Friday and I'll keep you posted on how it works after I've had a chance to try it out. (Hopefully with a fishing trip to Hagg lake this weekend if the weather permits.)Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-47415577820952501802010-04-05T14:36:00.000-07:002010-04-05T14:39:14.089-07:00April Boating Sale at SavvyBoater.com<div class="separator" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="April specials on Polyform, DiveNDog & Marine Ice Chests" border="0" height="320" nt="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheuxVRj5yb8Ez_gSiwkeZTs45FCubzwJ0P0MHQLF6pgHsecyap1OXObIpcfLFl37_fiGXNYXF6NuuZkZwdI77UpjjbECWXK6QPXYvhOHA-IPcGhly2he5H4cwzAYS8a9qDOMGrZiu2YWg/s320/april_image.jpg" width="160" /></div>Check out our specials on marine supplies this month. <br />
<ul><li>Save 5% on <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-46-dive-n-dog.aspx"><strong>Dive N Dog stainless steel</strong></a> boating gear including <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-46-dive-n-dog.aspx"><strong>boat ladders</strong></a>, <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-55-bow-rollers-chain-stoppers.aspx"><strong>bow roller and windlass chain stops</strong></a>. Use coupon code <strong>DIVE45</strong> during the month of April for automatic savings.</li>
<li>Save 5% on the popular <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-85-ice-chests-high-performance-plastic.aspx"><strong>high performance marine ice chests</strong></a>. Use coupon code <strong>APRILCOOLS</strong> when you check out. this offer excludes <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-86-electric-coolers.aspx"><strong>portable Electric Fridge Freezers</strong></a>, but we've got you covered there too, with Free Shipping on many models.<br />
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<li>Save 5% off our already low prices on <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-23-polyform.aspx"><strong>Polyform buoys and boat fenders</strong></a> with coupon code <strong>SAVEONPOLYFORM</strong>.<br />
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<li>Buy any <strong>Carver Boat Cover or Bimini Top </strong>over $100 and we'll ship it to you for free. <span style="font-size: x-small;">Free shipping is via UPS or FedEx ground in the continental USA (Excludes Alaska, Hawaii and US territories and protectorates.</span> </li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">We are featuring <strong>Free Shipping</strong> on <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-27-solas-props.aspx">Solas Propellers</a> over $100.</span> Free shipping is via UPS or FedEx ground in the continental USA (Excludes Alaska, Hawaii and US territories and protectorates.</span></li>
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7UB4gsDFNa-fI266aZGDKkWAq_IEapC6fc6miiKDoQGSro_S4Wh5_7qIMYO2Z1bruncGxLbMYHXfB8rcZP0bVBd3PyuNN00pwPUZze_0HD29hgVZogHVN55cm4XBnEFKt1dTj1nHobNE/s1600/Makai-stowaway2s.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Our Lab Makai love the water, her name means Towards the Sea in Hawaiian" border="0" height="162" nt="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7UB4gsDFNa-fI266aZGDKkWAq_IEapC6fc6miiKDoQGSro_S4Wh5_7qIMYO2Z1bruncGxLbMYHXfB8rcZP0bVBd3PyuNN00pwPUZze_0HD29hgVZogHVN55cm4XBnEFKt1dTj1nHobNE/s200/Makai-stowaway2s.jpg" width="200" /></a>The site is dedicated to sharing water safety tips for when you take you 4 footed pals boating. It very inclusively lists cats (and notes that they should have a life jacket, particularly if they will be going into the water), as I'm sure that there are plenty of ships cats out there. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Being a <a href="http://marine-supply.blogspot.com/2009/10/outfitting-our-new-rig-with-kayak-racks.html">Dog Person myself</a>, it was interesting to see their tips, which go way beyond the basic life jackets. It's worth a visit if you take your pup (or cat I suppose) out on the boat, whether it's for a paddle down the slough, or a month of cruising. Our black lab Makai loves the water. Whether it is a water bowl, puddle or lake, if it is wet, she'll be in it. She's a great swimmer, but even so, we have a life jacket for her when we go out as she isn't always the best judge of when to call it quits and climb back in the boat. We haven't gone as far as the brimmed hat or dog sun glasses they suggest for <a href="http://marine-supply.blogspot.com/2009/07/protecting-yourself-and-your-family.html">protection against the sun</a>, but it would probably be a great idea if she were a little more sedate.<br />
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</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">If you're looking for <strong><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-200-dog-life-jackets.aspx">dog life jackets</a></strong>, or <strong><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-161-dog-ladders.aspx">a dog boarding ladder</a></strong>, stop by SavvyBoater.com. We offer a great selection of <strong><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-35-life-jackets.aspx">life jackets</a></strong> for pets and people too. There are still a few days left to take advantage of our <strong><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-51-boat-ladders.aspx">March Boat Ladder Sale</a></strong> - Save 10% off all ladders including <strong><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-46-dive-n-dog.aspx">Dive N Dog</a></strong> with coupon code MARCHLADDERSAVINGS. </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-20037762482427627252010-03-03T09:09:00.000-08:002010-03-03T09:36:44.335-08:00March Specials on Boating Gear at SavvyBoater.com<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpBvyxx6SFhrQyCXduZBYmS5doOdN1CEQ6u4LYjRg3p7o58fHozcj8olw1D5IlLOJ_EbTUch4JXuOj9nxpFhMlFrFGb_iGMRf6gI-0Np1xb8kG5krAryaIA5HVphlrq2BnO_11Zuo6MfU/s1600-h/savvyboater_Logo_350.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Discount Boating supplies at SavvyBoater.com /></a></div>We've got a number of exciting specials for March at SavvyBoater.com. <br />
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<div class=" border="0" kt="true" separator?="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpBvyxx6SFhrQyCXduZBYmS5doOdN1CEQ6u4LYjRg3p7o58fHozcj8olw1D5IlLOJ_EbTUch4JXuOj9nxpFhMlFrFGb_iGMRf6gI-0Np1xb8kG5krAryaIA5HVphlrq2BnO_11Zuo6MfU/s320/savvyboater_Logo_350.jpg" style="clear: both; text-align: center;" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwxHYUe4_GOXTYZZKdjR3lRrg6igSU3d992WDql10dpaJgtUjeX2PBNV-LZmyY3Pxny-B_ZzkhqNccapyTwEhs1Cel6ekYN9viTCg_C0FwEf65EycdfHdYiA7uUby8wdXicChUo9g224o/s1600-h/march_sale_blog.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="savings on Boat Ladders, Polyform Fenders, Trolling plates and more at savvyBoater during hte month of March" border="0" height="400" kt="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwxHYUe4_GOXTYZZKdjR3lRrg6igSU3d992WDql10dpaJgtUjeX2PBNV-LZmyY3Pxny-B_ZzkhqNccapyTwEhs1Cel6ekYN9viTCg_C0FwEf65EycdfHdYiA7uUby8wdXicChUo9g224o/s400/march_sale_blog.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><h2 style="margin: 0px;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-51-boat-ladders.aspx">Boat Ladder Sale</a></h2>If you've been thinking of replacing the ladder on your boat, now is the time with an additional 10% off our already low prices. <strong>Use coupon code MARCHLADDERSAVINGS and take 10% off of any of the boat ladders</strong> in our broad ladder selection. Whether you are looking for a value priced Boater Sports ladder, a reliable standby like the Detmar or Garelick designs, or one of the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-46-dive-n-dog.aspx">innovative stainless steel ladders by DiveNDog</a>, we've got what you need.<br />
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<h2 style="margin: 0px;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-23-polyform.aspx">Polyform Buoy and Fender Event</a></h2>We offer the full range of Polyform buoys and fenders, from the popular <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-70-polyform-fenders-g-series.aspx">G fenders</a> and <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-71-polyform-fenders-htm-series.aspx">HTM Series boat fenders</a> to the commercial grade <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-2159-polyform-f-series-commercial-grade-mooring-fenders.aspx">F Series fenders</a>. Find any of the round <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-73-polyform-a-series-buoy.aspx">inflatable A Series buoys</a> from the 11.5" A-1 buoy to the massive 42" A-7 Buoy, or the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-5886-polyform-ld-series-low-drag-buoy.aspx">low drag LD Series buoys</a> at unbeatable prices.<br />
<strong>Use Coupon Code SAVEONPOLYFORM to save 5% off any Polyform Fenders or Buoys.</strong><br />
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<h2 style="margin: 0px;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-29-trolling-plates-socks.aspx">Trolling Plates at Unbeatable Prices in March</a></h2>We've rolled back prices on the popular <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-447-happy-troller-trolling-plate.aspx">Happy Troller Trolling Plate</a> and the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-35-easytroller-trolling-plate.aspx">EasyTroller Trolling metal trolling plates</a> to <strong>$99.95</strong>. Or get the automatic nylon <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-130-trol-a-matic-trolling-plate.aspx">Trol-A-Matic trolling plate</a> for <strong>only $79.95</strong>. Compare those prices anywhere and you'll know why we are the savvy angler's choice for trolling plates.<br />
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<h2 style="margin: 0px;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-86-electric-coolers.aspx">Engel Portable Fridge Freezers</a></h2>We are currently offering <strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> on most of Engel's legendary line of portable electric fridge freezers. Make sure you check out the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-5994-engel-portable-electric-marine-cooler.aspx"><strong>MR040 40 qt. Marine Cooler Freezer</strong></a> and the newly redesigned <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-5977-engel-electric-travel-cooler-12v-dc.aspx"><strong>MD14F 14 Quart Electric Travel Cooler</strong></a>. the new 14 quart cooler now features the latest generation compressor for improved efficiency and quieter operations.<br />
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<h2 style="margin: 0px;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-20-carver.aspx">Boat Covers and Bimini Tops by Carver</a></h2>We are offering a <strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> Special on Semi-custom and Custom Boat Covers by Carver. Made in the USA of US manufactured materials, these covers are the tops in fit and quality. Order in March for free shipping on any <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-77-bimini-tops.aspx">Bimini Top</a> or <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-43-boat-covers.aspx">Custom Boat Cover</a> over $100.<br />
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<h2 style="margin: 0px;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-27-solas-props.aspx">Solas Boat Propellers</a></h2>In the world of boat propellers, the Solas brand stands out for the depth of their offering and the quality of their props. SavvyBoater offers over 300 Solas Props in stainless and aluminum, and through our connections with Solas, we can find you any Solas prop that is currently in stock anywhere in the United States. Shop our extensive selection of Solas Props and get <strong>FREE SHIPPING on any boat prop over $100</strong>.<br />
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You can <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/g-1-current-specials.aspx">View all of our boating gear sales by visiting our Current Specials</a> page.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-50895614225662657362010-02-26T16:16:00.000-08:002010-02-26T16:19:59.395-08:00Dreaming of Fishing<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUH55gnFXbBdnn7d32-2K0FQLN18YeZ1YKWt9nrqLDEItqHYdp_1se6x_S21DWfZ_h9OjJjkckJUGPyf5rXnY-1X2tl34XqkdWI7Lhlm2g8Up06JeCdYqofjJ2ffamzXggEWdrIKEUQSI/s1600-h/TAking_A+Child_Fishing_RBFF.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Teach a child to fish" border="0" kt="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUH55gnFXbBdnn7d32-2K0FQLN18YeZ1YKWt9nrqLDEItqHYdp_1se6x_S21DWfZ_h9OjJjkckJUGPyf5rXnY-1X2tl34XqkdWI7Lhlm2g8Up06JeCdYqofjJ2ffamzXggEWdrIKEUQSI/s320/TAking_A+Child_Fishing_RBFF.jpg" /></a></div>It's still winter, as the heavy snow snarling parts of the country will attest. However the first signs of spring are arriving, foremost of which is that I'm getting anxious to get the fishing rods and kayaks out. I'm not the only one. Last week my 10 year old nephew started asking me when we could go fishing again.<br />
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It is a good time to start thinking about fishing, particularly if you have youngsters as fishing buddies. There are a number of organizations that have great web sites, activities and books to help us all hone our skills.<br />
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Here'se a list of a few good resources for teaching kids good fishing skills.<br />
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<ul><li><a href="http://www.futurefisherman.org/" target="blank">Future Fisherman Foundation</a> - Home page of the FFF, dedicated to helping introduce America's youth to fishing.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.futurefisherman.org/resources.html" target="blank">FFF Resources</a> - Books for kids and fishing instructors by the FFF</li>
<li><a href="http://www.rbff.org/page.cfm?pageID=1" target="blank">Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation</a> - Home of the RBFF</li>
<li><a href="http://www.rbff.org/page.cfm?pageID=231" target="blank">RBFF - Passport to Fishing & Boating</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.takemefishing.org/fishing/family/little-lunkers-learning-center" target="_blank">RBFF Little Lunkers</a></li>
<li><a href="http://mdc.mo.gov/conmag/1997/05/40.htm" target="blank">Missouri Department of Conservation - Introduction to Fishing</a> - a nice little introduction to fishing wherever you are</li>
<li><a href="http://www.boatingsidekicks.com/gofishing.htm">Safe Boating Sidekicks - Go Fishing</a> - a collection of fishing oriented games and activities for kids by the safe Boating Council.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.backyardbass.com/">Backyard Bass</a> - Fish shaped casting targets and plugs to hone casting skills in your backyard or gym. Also offers a variety of resources for teaching fishing skills.</li>
</ul>Spend a rainy (or snowy) weekend finding some fun fishing activities and get your whole crew ready to go fishing come Opening Day! <br />
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Let me know if you find other great fishing sites out there. We would love to hear about them and share them with others.<br />
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LorenUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-26873343776737349482010-02-04T16:59:00.000-08:002010-02-04T17:06:40.823-08:00New Boat Ladder Launch<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/product/Ladders/ladder_underwater_S.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" kt="true" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/product/Ladders/ladder_underwater_S.jpg" alt="New Boat Ladders at SavvyBoater.com"/></a></div>We've just complete a major renovation of our <strong>Boat Ladder</strong> category. You'll find a wide selection of ladders in stainless and aluminum for just about any boat. Our line up includes excellent deals on quality boat ladders by <strong>Garelick</strong>, <strong>DiveNDog</strong>, <strong>Detmar</strong>, <strong>Boater Sports</strong> and <strong>Crones Marine</strong>.<br />
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Our <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-148-recreationalski-boat-ladders.aspx"><strong>Recreational / Ski Boat Ladder</strong></a> section includes a broad selection of transom and swim platform mounted ladders as well as gunwale and bow mount ladders.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/product/Ladders/BS-4-16_use2_M.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" kt="true" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/product/Ladders/BS-4-16_use2_M.jpg" alt="DiveNDog Boarding Staircase on a Pontoon Boat" /></a></div>Our <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-153-pontoon-boat-ladders.aspx">Pontoon Boat Ladders</a> selection includes fixed and removable ladders for the front or read deck as well as side gate ladders. One of our most popular pontoon ladders is the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-438-crone-a-step-up-pontoon-ladder.aspx">Crones Pontoon Ladder</a> that mounts under the deck where it is totally out of the way. We're also excited about the additon of the DiveNDog Boarding Staircase. (right) <br />
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If you have a <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-159-sailinglarge-boat-ladders.aspx"><strong>Larger boat or Sail Boat and are looking for a ladder</strong></a>, we've got 20 styles and sizes up to 6 steps and 67" in length. These include <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-5973-dive-n-dog-boarding-staircase.aspx">DiveNDog's innovative Boarding Staircase</a>, their <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-5984-dive-n-dog-ladder-platform.aspx">in-water Platform Ladder</a> gives you a place to rest at the bottom of the ladder and their <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-5990-dive-n-dog-prestige-triple-wall-telescoping-laddder.aspx">triple walled Prestige Series</a>.<br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">We are also offering a selection of <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-160-dock-ladders.aspx"><strong>Dock Ladders</strong></a>, <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-158-dive-ladders.aspx"><strong>Dive Ladders</strong></a> and <strong><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-161-dog-ladders.aspx">Dog Ladders</a></strong> to round out our offerings.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/product/medium/5989_3_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" kt="true" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/product/medium/5989_3_.jpg" alt="Diver using the In-water platform on a DiveNDog Platofrm ladder" /></a></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-68787922211119504172010-01-08T09:08:00.000-08:002010-01-08T09:08:03.223-08:00Ice Eater UpdateIce Eaters are still available in all sizes but are currently requiring an additional business day to ship due to the overwhelming number of orders passing through the warehouse at the moment. At the moment there are a limited number of P500 1/2 HP units that can ship today and can be overnighted for the standard shipping rate.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-11584866537740156432010-01-07T09:29:00.000-08:002010-01-07T16:13:15.918-08:00Demand for De-icers and Ice Eaters is High as Arctic Blast Slams Eastern and Central States<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikzHKIOYxs7m0stKSoWAqqgb2l0kC2llBHECJSjHufkiMrYQu58sMf2oZ_djLYjEEzHyh9UcOMdGfhB_2olVpku9aVWbBjk97zN_DG7i1U5VtYgteVN_lg0WTh-bo6__59iuOmfQDFeF4/s1600-h/deicer5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" ps="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikzHKIOYxs7m0stKSoWAqqgb2l0kC2llBHECJSjHufkiMrYQu58sMf2oZ_djLYjEEzHyh9UcOMdGfhB_2olVpku9aVWbBjk97zN_DG7i1U5VtYgteVN_lg0WTh-bo6__59iuOmfQDFeF4/s320/deicer5.jpg" /></a><br />
</div>With the recent frigid weather that has slammed the eastern and central states, we've seen demand for dock de-icers skyrocket. Reports of many local dealers being out of stock have led large numbers of dock and boat owners to search on-line for available units that can ship out quickly.<br />
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We're happy to say that we have all sizes of the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-474-kasco-de-icers.aspx"><strong>Kasco Marine De-icers</strong></a> and <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-54-powerhouse-ice-eaters.aspx"><strong>PowerHouse Ice Eaters</strong></a> in stock and ready to ship. Most orders will go out the same or next business day. Our de-icer warehouse is in Maryland which makes for short delivery times to the eastern seaboard and the Great Lakes. Shipments to the mid-west take about 3 busniess days by ground.<br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH6idOflv9KppKJ54Ap9g-ogwQcHyPXqDDuMnTQubitswyW6Ymaoqk8i8MDBZ42U9fvEkexgOojJS5bsA7XuEZQJCwvZy0XIptOyLWlCk-BAhejtgOsi1PrbaEIgduV9zDGTN2-7zQApY/s1600-h/deicer1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: right; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ps="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH6idOflv9KppKJ54Ap9g-ogwQcHyPXqDDuMnTQubitswyW6Ymaoqk8i8MDBZ42U9fvEkexgOojJS5bsA7XuEZQJCwvZy0XIptOyLWlCk-BAhejtgOsi1PrbaEIgduV9zDGTN2-7zQApY/s320/deicer1.jpg" /></a>We have slashed our prices on Powerhouse Ice Eater units, so you'll find that our prices on both brands are extremely competitive. We also have parts and accessories, whether you need a replacement propeller a de-icer thermostat, or a special dock mount, we can help.<br />
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</div><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-55-deicers-ice-eaters.aspx">Visit our De-icer and Ice Eater section</a> or give us a call at 866-560-1330 if we can be of assistance.<br />
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By the way, we work with a number of marinas, resorts and commercial entities, so <strong>if you are looking for 5 or more units, contact us about bulk order discounts.</strong> We can get you individual units, or pallet loads.<br />
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Stay warm, <br />
Loren<br />
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<a href="http://www2.savvyboater.com/pt/blog/default.aspx?id=34&t=DeIcers-and-Ice-Eaters-in-stock-and-rea"><strong>Read the recent SavvyScoop on our De-icer & Ice Eater Sale</strong></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-38210059242769534592009-12-16T07:41:00.000-08:002009-12-16T07:44:53.298-08:00December 17 2009 is the last day to order nautical gifts and get them by Christmas<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Hi All, <br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/CATEGORY/icon/169.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" ps="true" src="http://www.savvyboater.com/images/CATEGORY/icon/169.jpg" alt="Nautical Clocks by Weems and Plath are great boater gift"/></a>We just wanted to remind you that if you are looking for <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com//c-169-nautical-gifts.aspx">great nautical gifts for your boater</a>, order by December 17 to be sure you get it by Christmas. We are offering 3 Day Express standard shipping on these items from Weems & Plath as a Holiday Special, and even better, it's FREE on items over $100!...<br />
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</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-59675788095389322182009-12-10T07:43:00.000-08:002009-12-10T07:47:18.074-08:00Christmas Ship Parades<div align="right" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB36hGIoTh78PinxMU7g_Dl_MASq9R8Es7xTrh_CUW8bmpVr-yiR-5vE1hJDzuu8yVbWAmq9-i1EKrHLEygR2rUcFC_-iQBQlsJa9HDO4TBjw90CfwZ2pQufA6QEgAztuzrIX5n97n7Vc/s1600-h/christmas_boat.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="cssfloat: right; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Flying Buoy christmas ship in Portland Oregon Christmas Ship Parade" border="0" ps="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB36hGIoTh78PinxMU7g_Dl_MASq9R8Es7xTrh_CUW8bmpVr-yiR-5vE1hJDzuu8yVbWAmq9-i1EKrHLEygR2rUcFC_-iQBQlsJa9HDO4TBjw90CfwZ2pQufA6QEgAztuzrIX5n97n7Vc/s400/christmas_boat.jpg" /></a><br />
</div>Portland, Oregon has a venerable tradition (55 years and counting) of parading lighted boats up and down the Willamette and Columbia Rivers during the holiday season. It's a lot of fun to pull up on the lawn or dock of one of the many riverside parks, wrap up in a blanket and watch the imaginative boats parade by. If the weather doesn't cooperate, you can catch them the next day at a different stretch of river Andrew Curtis produced a <a href="http://vimeo.com/2609277" target="blank">great little video of the 2008 Christmas Ship Parade</a> that runs through the entire parade in about a minute set to Vince Guaraldi Christmas music. <br />
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For more info on the Portland Parade visit the Christmas Ship Parade web site at <a href="http://www.christmasships.org/" target="blank">http://www.christmasships.org/</a>.<br />
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If you're not in Portland, there are dozens of similar parades around North America. Blue Water Sailing has a <a href="http://www.bwsailing.com/BWS_newsandnotes_Lighted-Boat-Parades-from-coast-to-coast.html" target="blank">current schedule of events around the US and Canada</a>.<br />
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Still looking for a great gift for the boater on your list? Check out <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-169-nautical-gifts.aspx">SavvyBoater's nautical gift ideas for the boater or sailor on your Christmas list</a>. Standard shipping has been update to 3-day Express and it's free for selected items over $100. Order by December 17th for delivery by Christmas.<br />
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Have a joyous holiday season!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-56481980616236017902009-11-20T08:56:00.000-08:002009-11-20T16:35:46.847-08:00Boating Gifts - Find the perfect gift for the boater or sailor on your listLooking for the perfect gift for the boater in your life? We've got some ideas and specials to make your shopping easier.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii2ZY7QZv5AIs4rJqIwTnhz9jcZ8Y03Vao4D5A8-dU4YTCxhC_I59cMG6BMyK0cSp5VFxxHvNdpewuHcjLFcYrlvGuol4A22Oi6GZulZVK30WEpMv3nwRwm3oqXOuo7CrJOT_uXKDzLJ4/s1600/porthole_clock.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 125px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 125px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5406342530734269154" border="0" alt="Weems & Plath Nautical Clocks" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii2ZY7QZv5AIs4rJqIwTnhz9jcZ8Y03Vao4D5A8-dU4YTCxhC_I59cMG6BMyK0cSp5VFxxHvNdpewuHcjLFcYrlvGuol4A22Oi6GZulZVK30WEpMv3nwRwm3oqXOuo7CrJOT_uXKDzLJ4/s200/porthole_clock.jpg" /></a>If you'd like something to remind them of boating year around, we are offering some great deals on <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-171-nautical-clocks.aspx"><strong>fantastic clocks</strong></a>, <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-172-weather-gauges.aspx"><strong>weather instruments</strong></a> and other nautical gifts by Weems & Plath. We've upgraded our standard shipping to 3 day express on all our Weems & Plath items, and to make it even better, we've are offering FREE Express Shipping on Weems & Plath items over $100!<br /><br /><br />In addition to their most popular collections of <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQRuXGqVqWTqXUgpTTCOHEv-S2HSZhzJL45ofOF93B5l-M0_42zQ8MPCQp2jUsDAWmYeU_9UwkF8CD5nq8HdcseqWoEfOHDn3AtJlPikV5VUl7LaYKQWrRAfGMzgu0upRKjkvzOjj29_o/s1600/storm-glass.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 190px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 190px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5406343607247322178" border="0" alt="Weems & Plath Brass Storm Glass" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQRuXGqVqWTqXUgpTTCOHEv-S2HSZhzJL45ofOF93B5l-M0_42zQ8MPCQp2jUsDAWmYeU_9UwkF8CD5nq8HdcseqWoEfOHDn3AtJlPikV5VUl7LaYKQWrRAfGMzgu0upRKjkvzOjj29_o/s320/storm-glass.jpg" /></a>clocks and instruments, we have a selection of decorative and functional brass <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-182-chart-weights.aspx"><strong>chart weights</strong></a> and <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-6081-weems-plath-ship-bells.aspx"><strong>ships bells</strong></a> as well as <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-183-lamps-accessories.aspx"><strong>brass yacht lamps</strong></a>. I'm planning on picking up a <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-184-stormglass.aspx"><strong>Storm Glass</strong></a> for our "sailor that has everything". This antique weather instrument was developed in the British Royal Navy and grows different crystal patterns in response to atmospheric conditions. exactly how it works remains a bit of a mystery, but it is a novel and handsome addition to any mariner's collection.<br /><br /><br /><br />Buying boating gear for a boater can be a challenge unless you are quite familiar with their boat. Here are a few things that any boater will find useful:<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFbFRRCvjyPk_MOL3sAUeFbaogQSa5_N2joDKGKBEWuf3ffkdGKHH797dgKeyh40-1RSAeqykIhQt_TTbHMMUGd0Td5HUFfNRrS013CLMAibwOfKi_lwzbmG_Xvwn_Mvm6U69mvYad66c/s1600/Engel-MR040.jpg"><strong><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 125px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 125px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5406344272924064242" border="0" alt="Engel Electric Marine Cooler" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFbFRRCvjyPk_MOL3sAUeFbaogQSa5_N2joDKGKBEWuf3ffkdGKHH797dgKeyh40-1RSAeqykIhQt_TTbHMMUGd0Td5HUFfNRrS013CLMAibwOfKi_lwzbmG_Xvwn_Mvm6U69mvYad66c/s320/Engel-MR040.jpg" /></strong></a><strong>Engel Marine Coolers -</strong> Whether your boating, fishing, camping or hunting, nothing performs quite like an Engel Cooler. The <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-2060-engel-rugged-plastic-marine-cooler.aspx"><strong>High Performance Ice Chests</strong></a> feature 2+ inches of top quality insulation, freezer grade gaskets and a super tough roto-molded plastic body with molded in hinges make this a cooler that will last a lifetime. When used properly, these coolers can keep ice for up to 14 days which makes them popular with boaters of all walks. <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-86-electric-coolers.aspx"><strong>Engel Electric Coolers</strong></a> run on 12V or 110V. With a reliable power source they function like a refrigerator, or turn down the thermostat and freeze your catch while you're still at sea.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYGoVrK1Yk9rzIYs8PB9n5fBYbFZ6u0ys0jUNHGdAsD9cn8TBbSdZNSnNl8AlImenTuwNFbKxkZ4h3Z2M1vL0BweFXysMuYm4_wPbpYYkrZ9olC4lTybn1b81tsbjKvtrAKPs01SDlXa0/s1600/top_snap-deckmate_comb_S.jpg"><strong><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 125px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 125px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5406345474253612994" border="0" alt="Top Snapper Snap Tool and Top Snapper Deckmate Tool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYGoVrK1Yk9rzIYs8PB9n5fBYbFZ6u0ys0jUNHGdAsD9cn8TBbSdZNSnNl8AlImenTuwNFbKxkZ4h3Z2M1vL0BweFXysMuYm4_wPbpYYkrZ9olC4lTybn1b81tsbjKvtrAKPs01SDlXa0/s200/top_snap-deckmate_comb_S.jpg" /></strong></a><strong>Top Snapper Snap and Deck Tools</strong> - The <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-52-top-snapper-canvas-snap-tool.aspx"><strong>Top Snapper by Ironwood Pacific</strong></a><strong> </strong>makes working with canvas boat snaps a well... snap. The main blade on this tool can effortlessly pop open even the stickiest snap, and it can be used to snap snaps on the outside of the windshield from inside the cockpit. The short blade at the bottom of the handle makes it easy to snap difficult snaps, even on shrunken canvas. Pick up the matching <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-50-deckmate.aspx"><strong>DeckMate</strong></a> to add 7 of the most common deck tools in one clever package.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoUw3lrFZMTMnbaEcSF6mLofKWMPM0GJwkbIiGhpcM8acTngyBLVYl1ANuN4oa1CS3baYEKV-QnNCswewlsxcUZbyE4YXEocz4QG9OJZ9atchjt4S0bu2mljgQmppi4g09wWQYaMNL1DQ/s1600/Backyard_Bass_S.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 125px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 125px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5406345984644833522" border="0" alt="backyard Bass Fishing Game" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoUw3lrFZMTMnbaEcSF6mLofKWMPM0GJwkbIiGhpcM8acTngyBLVYl1ANuN4oa1CS3baYEKV-QnNCswewlsxcUZbyE4YXEocz4QG9OJZ9atchjt4S0bu2mljgQmppi4g09wWQYaMNL1DQ/s200/Backyard_Bass_S.jpg" /></a>Backyard Bass</strong> - If you'd like to introduce youngsters on your list to fishing, the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-91-backyard-bass.aspx"><strong>Backyard Bass game</strong></a> is a great way to teach casting. they are fun and simple, and best of all, can be played with in a garage, hall or gym, even when the weather keeps you indoors. Each set includes 3 colorful plastic fish and a casting plug. Just set the fish out cast to them and with a little skill catch and reel them in. I can tell you from experience that the kids had to fight the adults for a chance to use the set I got for my nephew.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-25626444291640528062009-11-13T09:11:00.000-08:002009-11-13T10:13:49.921-08:00Ice Eater Functionality Extended with Shallow Water StandOver the years we've helped a lot of customers <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/s-53-deicer-installation-guidelines.aspx">find the right de-icer configuration</a> to meet their specific deicing circumstances. One of the toughest to solve has been shallow water situations, whether it is a pond or lake with a shallow slope or a wetland/water interface. The <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-6004-shallow-water-stand-for-ice-eater.aspx">Shallow Water Ice Eater Stand by MallardView</a> now makes it easy to mount your <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-54-powerhouse-ice-eaters.aspx"><strong>Ice Eater</strong></a> in 18" to 48" of water.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB_ztOg8eM3S2y1tPQn3Gbo171QW-8wWe6EdHB5t4kTPULufknNH2jNodNb6Jz9TjQ_LzKnrpAE1hEs2I0l8LnHgxRsiwKrfMJO4jwyTDLtXKV0wpmag0Y-B_MAvkiHlvOEWvQuQ71NWQ/s1600-h/ice-eater-stand.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 203px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5403646181462163426" border="0" alt="Shallow Water stand for Ice Eater deicers" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB_ztOg8eM3S2y1tPQn3Gbo171QW-8wWe6EdHB5t4kTPULufknNH2jNodNb6Jz9TjQ_LzKnrpAE1hEs2I0l8LnHgxRsiwKrfMJO4jwyTDLtXKV0wpmag0Y-B_MAvkiHlvOEWvQuQ71NWQ/s320/ice-eater-stand.jpg" /></a>This metal stand features 4 legs that can be sunk securely into the bottom and adjusted for the depth of the water . The Ice Eater mounts to a bracket in the middle of the frame that allows for the angle to be adjusted from nearly horizontal to nearly vertical.<br /><br />How can you use a shallow water Ice Eater stand? It was originally designed to open water holes in the ice in flooded fields for waterfowl, but that isn't the sole use. It could be applied to open water in shallow ponds for livestock or wildlife. In one recent application, our customer had a viewing platform at the edge of a marsh. The platform was exposed to the open water of the lake and had sustained ice damage during the past couple winters. Unfortunately the water was only 2' -3' deep which blocked the normal installation of an Ice Eater. With the new shallow water stand, the customer was able to mount the Ice Eater in the shallow water in front of the platform, circulating warmer water from the depths of the lake, back around the dock.<br /><br /><hr /><br /><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJWHGd3vtHpB0fUY4TWNVFBJXQpr7_Dlo6Azy0konLmiqAQGl6rhHdKgiocZp7_9rW1qXhPX4EilbUORXKe9kvTMQs9t_xyaqkKylrFgq30Qye9wkxmqNg_z5vWQckRDGcbScFonJTRgw/s1600-h/ice-eater_sale_logo_S.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 125px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 125px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5403646760616400082" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJWHGd3vtHpB0fUY4TWNVFBJXQpr7_Dlo6Azy0konLmiqAQGl6rhHdKgiocZp7_9rW1qXhPX4EilbUORXKe9kvTMQs9t_xyaqkKylrFgq30Qye9wkxmqNg_z5vWQckRDGcbScFonJTRgw/s200/ice-eater_sale_logo_S.jpg" /></a><a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/g-1-current-specials.aspx">Check our Current Specials</a></strong> and save up to 35% <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-55-deicers-ice-eaters.aspx">Ice Eater De-icers</a>. We've got the best prices of the season on the full array of the Powerhouse Ice Eaters as well as the <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/p-474-kasco-marine.aspx">Kasco Marine deicer line</a>.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />We've recently expanded our <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-39-powerhouse-inc.aspx">PowerHouse</a> and <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/v-35-kasco-marine.aspx">Kasco Marine</a> offerings to include <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-166-aerators.aspx">Pond Aerators</a>, <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-167-aerating-fountains.aspx">Aerating Fountains</a> and <a href="http://www.savvyboater.com/c-164-circulators.aspx">water circulators</a> for year round management of your water quality.<br /><br /><br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 235px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 213px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5403650536076810370" border="0" alt="Kasco VFX Aerating Fountain improving water quality on a small lake" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnb3pDRPOpB9rT-37BjG8ZGlQWmrwE7q-Y76R-8rZx64c-GyLfo5wBwdXDr75Ck5w5M3PVA6ORX8sY5-hlhx3jPXmu4twea9adQG18u86NlRy43AEipnfNCntpWvs1GcFAR9dnKvyZBAw/s320/3400vfx.jpg" />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-63980773437437755452009-10-08T08:45:00.000-07:002009-10-13T06:55:28.425-07:00Outfitting Our New Rig with Kayak Racks and Gear StorageWe recently bought a new Nissan Xterra and needed to outfit it for hauling our kayaks and gear on trips. I turned to the folks at FastTrackRacks.com for some help and they were great. Here's how it rolled out. <img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 325px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390625283598106066" border="0" alt="Makai with the Stowaway Cargo Carrier we added to our Xterra" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7UB4gsDFNa-fI266aZGDKkWAq_IEapC6fc6miiKDoQGSro_S4Wh5_7qIMYO2Z1bruncGxLbMYHXfB8rcZP0bVBd3PyuNN00pwPUZze_0HD29hgVZogHVN55cm4XBnEFKt1dTj1nHobNE/s400/Makai-stowaway2s.jpg" /><br /><strong>Phase One - Add a Trailer Hitch.</strong> <a href="http://www.fasttrackracks.com/v-94-curt-hitches.aspx">We added a CURT trailer hitch</a>, which cost, including installation, at about 1/2 the price we were quoted for the Nissan factory option.<br /><br /><strong>Phase two -<a href="http://www.fasttrackracks.com/c-182-kayak-racks.aspx"> Add Kayak Racks</a></strong>. The factory racks on an Xterra are stout, but pretty narrow and we wanted to load two kayaks. We decided on adding a set of wider 65" cross bars and went with the <a href="http://www.fasttrackracks.com/v-79-inno-racks.aspx">Inno Racks</a> - a brand which is big in Japan, but relatively new to the US. Quality and option wise Inno gives Yakima and Thule some strong competition, but they are a much better value. In addition, they have square cross bars which make it easier to get racks to stay in place and not "roll". We added two <a href="http://www.fasttrackracks.com/p-228-yakima-mako-kayak-rack.aspx">Yakima kayak racks, each composed of a Yakima "Hully Roller" in the back and the Yakima Mako Saddle in the front</a>. I haven't fully decided whether I would go with the Hully Rollers in the future, or go with a second saddle. The rollers help a little bit, but are less stable and guiding than the saddle seems to be.<br /><br /><strong>Phase Three - Gear Storage</strong>. Since our Lab, Makai normally goes everywhere with us, we needed some extra room for gear. I wasn't too excited about throwing paddles, wet boots and life jackets into the back seat, so we invested in a <a href="http://www.fasttrackracks.com/p-752-stowaway-max-swingaway-carrier.aspx">Stowaway Cargo Box</a>. This gives us a 16 cubic foot trunk, which is a lot of space. It was the perfect solution for us as our roof rack is already occupied, and frankly, it is a lot easier loading stuff in at waist height than having to climb up to the roof to access the box. It's easy to install and takes me about 5 minutes to hook up or remove. It fits into the trailer hitch and pins into place. Since it has a swingaway style frame, we are able to gain full access to the back.<br /><br /><strong>The Results</strong> - We are totally stoked about the new system and loving the Xterra. It makes it really easy to load and transport our kayaks and gear and it's fun to drive. Since it is the end of the season, we haven't put too many miles on all the racks, but enough to know they were a good decision. We've found the Stowaway extremely useful for all kinds of things ranging from bringing 40 pounds of tomatoes home, to hauling products and display items to trade shows.<br /><br /><strong>Disclosure</strong> - We are right nextdoor to the FastTrackRacks office and I know the people there well. They gave us a good deal and lots of helps selecting our new gear. If you are in the market, be sure to check them out, I think you too will find a great deal and helpful service at FastTrackRacks.com.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-24346207131063134372009-09-17T08:25:00.000-07:002009-09-17T09:20:40.839-07:00Take in a Boat Show<h1>List of Upcoming Boat Shows - Fall 2009</h1><p>There are several great boat shows coming up. Here is a list of a few of them.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.boatsafloatshow.com/index.htm" target="blank"><strong>Lake Union Boat Afloat</strong></a><strong> - Seattle, WA - September 16-20, 2009</strong><br />Features 200+ new and used boats from basic run abouts to the 143' <strong>M/Y Devotion</strong>. go sailing on beautiful Lake union, or tour the <strong>Sea Star</strong> featured on the <strong><em>Deadliest Catch</em></strong> series.<br /><br /><strong><a href="http://www.cedarpointboatshow.com/cp-features.shtml" target="blank">North American In-Water Boat Show</a> - Sandusky, OH - September 16-20, 2009</strong><br />Billed as the largest in-water boat show on the Great Lakes. Browse Boat displays or take a test drive at the demo dock. Check out the LCM-8 landing craft<br /><strong></strong><br /><a href="http://jerseyboatexpo.com/" target="blank"><strong>Jersey Shore Boat Sale and Expo</strong></a><strong>, Lakewood, NJ - September 18-20, 2009</strong><br />30+ boat lines on display, Maine Delares and fishing and boating seminars.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.usboat.com/us_sailboat_show.php" target="blank"><strong>United States Sailboat Show</strong></a><strong>, Annapolis, MD - October 8-12, 2009</strong><br /><a href="http://www.usboat.com/us_powerboat_show.php" target="blank"><strong>United States Powerboat Show</strong></a><strong>, Annapolis, MD - October 15-18, 2009</strong><br />Great In-water shows back to back in Annapolis. Be sure to stop by Providence Marine System Tent A40A to learn more about <a href="https://www.savvyboater.com//v-1-kasco-de-icers.aspx">Kasco Deicers</a>.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.showmanagement.com/fort_lauderdale_international_boat_show_2009/event/" target="blank"><strong>Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show</strong></a><strong> - Fort Lauderdale , FL - October 29-Nov 2, 2009</strong><br />50th anniversary show will take place at 6 venues in Fort Lauderdale.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.showmanagement.com/st_petersburg_power_sailboat_show/event/" target="blank"><strong>St. Petersburg Power and Sail Show</strong></a><strong> - St. Petersburg, FL - December 3-6, 2009</strong><br />Billed as the Largest Boat show on the Gulf coast<br /></p><br /><p>Let us know about your favorite Boat Show. </p><p><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 296px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382469836880289074" border="0" alt="United States Boat Show Annapolis MD" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS38rP6AXHseAZfUzoixznUGRvbeJDocRUnsaG9N9MRXgIm56MTr-qnireAfhf_Ncp5hgpM9cLBd_r2bppHEya02jLOjJpjx2KI8Z9QZFTMAxT3XdKq0Qg4sq5JB8b8vCG4GnifP1GFMI/s400/US-BOAT-SHOW-ANNAPOLIS.jpg" /> --------------------------------------------------------</p><p><strong>Are you looking for Boat Show Savings right now? Check out the </strong><a href="https://www.savvyboater.com//g-1-current-specials.aspx"><strong>Sales and Specials on Boating Gear at SavvyBoater.com</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-47488391769656067362009-09-08T15:12:00.000-07:002009-09-08T15:23:25.816-07:00New Sailing Speed Record<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9ylBLPzeI0KvFRPVRbi2uxeH63UpSay-yYWh0AdxWpclBgnX58_hgGRQcK208RYziFw4mBNkRY8xG2xHFCXwseQoj-YJi6zYlF1r0EHTcaKbQ-qjnZNKqL0V1d5RiAaJA2jFH7RGOkfI/s1600-h/hydroptere-sailboat.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 281px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379224879442860594" border="0" alt="sailboat l’Hydroptère breaks sail speed records" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9ylBLPzeI0KvFRPVRbi2uxeH63UpSay-yYWh0AdxWpclBgnX58_hgGRQcK208RYziFw4mBNkRY8xG2xHFCXwseQoj-YJi6zYlF1r0EHTcaKbQ-qjnZNKqL0V1d5RiAaJA2jFH7RGOkfI/s400/hydroptere-sailboat.jpg" /></a> <div>It never ceases to amaze me how fast people can get going under sail power. To quote Captain Jack Aubrey, "Gentlemen, this is the shape of the future. What an amazing modern world we live in."<br /><br />The <em>l’Hydroptère</em> sustained 51.36 knots over 500 meters and peaked at 55.7 knots making it the fastest wind powered boat on the water. See <a href="http://www.yachtpals.com/sailing-hydroptere-7018">Yachtpals for the complete story and video</a>.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1770920972107349826.post-87673173335938190382009-09-02T14:02:00.000-07:002009-09-02T14:34:18.523-07:00Future Fisherman Foundation Announces Program Grants and Resources for 2009-2010 School YearAs I mentioned in a <a href="http://marine-supply.blogspot.com/2009_07_01_archive.html">post back in July</a>, "The <a href="http://www.futurefisherman.org/">Future Fisherman Foundation</a> is an organization dedicated to exposing America's Youth to angling and the outdoors." They provide and facilitate a lot of resources to develop and maintain programs that meet these ends.<br /><br />They just came out with a release listing a variety of grants and resources that are available for the upcoming school year.<br /><br />If you have questions or would like to get more information on the organization or opportunities, contact:<br /><strong><br />Teresa Rodriguez</strong><br />Director of Education<br />Future Fisherman Foundation<br />703.402.0004<br /><a href="mailto:trodriguez@futurefisherman.org">trodriguez@futurefisherman.org</a><br /><br />The Program Resource List for Educators - September 2009 is listed below:<br /><br />------------------------------------<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong>Program Resources for Educators</strong><br /></span><br />The following grants and resources will help you start, expand or enrich your angling, boating and aquatic conservation educational program.<br /><br /><strong>Applications Invited for Target Field Trip Grants Program</strong><br />Grants of up to $800 will be awarded to K-12 education professionals conducting art, science, and cultural field trips, community service or civics projects, career enrichment opportunities, and other events or activities away from the school. Deadline: November 3, 2009<br /><br /><strong>Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation Invites Nominations for Inclusion Champion Award</strong><br />Individuals who have made significant efforts to promote the full inclusion of youth with disabilities in society will be acknowledged with a $1,000 donation to the charity of their choice.<br /><br /><strong>CVS Caremark Community Grants Program Accepting Grant Applications for Programs Serving Children With Disabilities and the Uninsured</strong><br />Grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded to nonprofits and schools working to provide disabled children and youth under age 21 with health and rehabilitation programs and active play opportunities alongside their non-disabled peers. Deadline: October 31, 2009<br /><br /><strong>Pacific Forest and Watershed Lands Stewardship Council Offers Funding for Youth Outdoor Programs</strong><br />Grants of up to $250,000 will be awarded to improve the lives of young Californians through connections with the outdoors, including those which protect and enhance watershed lands and uses. Deadline: Various<br /><br /><strong>Every Body Can! AAPAR’s Physical Activity Video Contest<br />Promoting Adapted Physical Activity & Education</strong><br />Every Body Can! is a nationwide video contest that will promote, celebrate, or teach adapted or inclusive physical activity and raise awareness about the opportunities for and accomplishments of people with disabilities. Have your students make a video of how fishing is an ideal activity for people of all ability levels. For more information and contest guidelines visit AAPAR’s website.<br /><br /><strong>Applications Invited for State Farm's Youth Advisory Board Service-Learning Grants Program</strong><br />Grants of up to $100,000 will be awarded to nonprofits, educational institutions, and government agencies in the U.S. and Canada sponsoring student-led service learning projects on environmental, societal, or financial issues in higher education. Deadline: October 2, 2009<br /><br /><strong>North Carolina Teachers Invited to Apply for Bright Ideas Grants<br /></strong>Grants of up to $2,000 will be awarded to certified North Carolina K-12 teachers conducting innovative energy-related classroom projects. Deadline: September 18, 2009.<br /><br /><br /><strong>Siemens We Can Change the World Challenge Invites Students and Teachers to Address Environmental Issues<br /></strong>Students and teachers in grades K-8 will be awarded grants and publicity for their solutions to classroom environmental issues. Deadline: Various.<br /><br /><strong>The Pay It Forward Foundation administers a mini-grant program for Pay It Forward activities</strong> designed by and involving youth in service to their school, neighborhood or the greater community. Mini-grants up to $500 are available to schools, churches and community-based groups of youth for service activities of all types.<br />A Pay It Forward project is defined as one or more service activities that benefit a school, neighborhood, or the greater community and include learning goals for its youth participants.<br />Contact Information: <a href="http://www.payitforwardfoundation.org/educators/mini-grant.html">http://www.payitforwardfoundation.org/educators/mini-grant.html</a>...<br /><br /><strong>Toyota TAPESTRY Program Now Accepting Entries for the 20th Annual Science Grant</strong> Competition $550,000 Available to Teachers for Innovative Projects in Science Education<br />The Toyota TAPESTRY Grants for Science Teachers program, one of the largest science teacher grant programs in the nation, is now accepting entries for the 2009-2010 competition. Sponsored by Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., and Inc. and administered by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), the program offers grants of up to $10,000 to K-12 teachers for innovative science projects that enhance science education in their school and/or district over a one-year period. The 2009 - 2010 competition marks the 20th anniversary of the Toyota TAPESTRY program.<br /><br />Fifty large grants and a minimum of 20 mini-grants totaling $550,000 will be awarded this year. Individual science teachers or a team of up to five teachers can submit proposals in one of three categories: physical science application; environmental science education; and integrating literacy and science. A judging panel convened by the NSTA will select the award-winning projects based on several criteria, including their innovative approach in teaching science and ability to create a stimulating and hands-on learning environment.<br /><br />Applicants must either be an elementary teacher who teaches science in the classroom or a middle or high school science teacher. Applicants must be residents of one of the 50 states or a resident of Washington, D.C.; Puerto Rico; or the U.S. territories including American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br />For more information visit <a href="http://www.nsta.org/pd/tapestry/">http://www.nsta.org/pd/tapestry/</a>.<br />Application deadline: Jan.18, 2010 .<br /><br /><br /><strong>State Farm Youth Advisory Board Service Grants</strong><br />The State Farm Youth Advisory Board is calling on educators and school-based service-learning coordinators to submit applications for their service grants. Grants are awarded to groups who develop service-learning projects that address one of the following areas: natural and societal disaster preparedness; driver safety; accessing higher education/closing the achievement gap; financial education; and environmental responsibility.The number of grants to be awarded will depend on the number and quality of requests received. Grant amounts will vary according to the nature of the proposal and availability of funds. However, at least one service-learning project will be funded in each of the thirteen State Farm zones which include the three provinces in Canada. Contact Website: <a href="http://www.statefarmyab.com/apply">http://www.statefarmyab.com/apply</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0