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  • Arizona Boating & Watersports News Publications

    Your Favorite Stories

    Jim Allen, Arizona Boating And Watersports New Publications|Sep 1, 2020

    Do you have a story about you or your family that has appeared in one of our publications? Or, an article that was of special interest to you? Chances are if it appeared in our print version it will also be available in our glossy print version. You may find your favorite story here . Clicking on the MagCloud button will take you to a list of our glossy print issues. Take a look. There have been many great stories and pictures of our great outdoors. Clicking on the covers will take you to the... Full story

  • Vintage U.S. Post Office Boxes For Sale

    Jim Allen

    Vintage U.S. Post Office Boxes, Circa 1950's $1,200. jim@azbw.com for Information.... Full story

  • Balboa Motorhome Wanted

    Jim Allen|Aug 1, 2020

    Looking to buy a Balboa Motorhome. Please contact joe@homesofsandiego.com . We are only interested in the Balboa Motorhome. Thank you....

  • Crown King

    Jim Allen|Jul 1, 2020

    10-Miles Across The Desert And Up Crown King adventure is waiting for you, Crown King, the top of the mountain, adventure, adventure, adventure.... Carol and I just returned from a few days in Crown King, Ariz. This was not our first trip but as always it was an adventure. And, not only an adventure because of the 28-miles of rough and winding road. Part of the adventure for us was in going just a few miles north west of the valley with its' several million people and finding this very small... Full story

  • VFW 3513 Vandalism

    Jim Allen|Jun 1, 2020

    Please don't vandalize.... Full story

  • Kokopelli Trailers & Jet Reneu

    Kokopelli Trailers & Jet Renu

    Jim Allen|May 1, 2020

    Kokopelli Trailers now offers Jet Renu products. Among Jet Renu's long list of products is Renu Hand Sanitizer. Renu Hand Sanitizer Kills 99.9% of most Illness causing germs. Jet Renu's hand sanitizer contains 75% Alcohol. Renu Hand Sanitizer not only kills those nasty germs but also leaves your hands feeling soft with a fresh peach fragrance. Renu Hand Sanitizer Complies with U.S Department of Health and Human Services and FDA compounding Guidelines. Jet Renu supplies products for the Automotiv... Full story

  • Lions Light

    Lions Light

    Jim Allen|May 1, 2020

    This online-publication software makes publishing easy. By Jim Allen, Publisher Arizona Boating & Watersports/Western OutdoorTimes It dawned on me today while I was putting up stories on our website how much simpler the process has become since we started using ROAR. ROAR is online-publication software provided by Lions Light Corporation. This is a personal thank you to Dan and Lea Wilcox from my wife Carol and me. I thank them for having taken a task that was awkward and time consuming and... Full story

  • Iosso Water Repellent

    Jim Allen|May 1, 2020

    Without proactive maintenance, RV awnings, pop-up camper tenting, boat covers, cushions, upholstery and patio umbrellas can lose their vibrancy and impermeable qualities. Iosso Water Repellent is the easy way to protect outdoor fabrics against UV rays, dirt, grime, mold, mildew, oil, bird droppings and insect sap. Iosso Water Repellent is invisible protection for Sunbrella and other technical acrylics, canvas, vinyl and leather. It isn't solvent-based and has no silicone, so fabrics maintain... Full story

  • Dual Action Polisher Pro

    Jim Allen|May 1, 2020

    Many RVers have time on their hands. A great solo project is polishing the trailer or motor home with a Dual Action Polisher Pro from Shurhold. A powerful tool that's easy to use, it brings new life back to fiberglass and paint that's looking old and tired from oxidation, UV rays, salt and dirt. Using too robust a tool can cause burns and swirls. The Shurhold Dual Action Polisher Pro has a large, 21mm random orbital motion at 1,800–4,800 opm. This all but eliminates the damage other polishers ca... Full story

  • RV By Life

    Jim Allen|May 1, 2020

    Even the most cared-for RV will eventually show its age. Wind-borne debris and UV rays dull outside walls, leaving it looking old and tired. However, it's easy to bring back a showroom shine with RV by LIFE's two-part restoration process using PolyShine and Life Wax. PolyShine is a premium polish formulated specifically for use on fiberglass. Starting with a clean RV, the easy-to-use liquid polymer is applied by hand or electric buffer. If the vehicle is seriously oxidized, a rubbing compound... Full story

  • Shipmate Stainless Pick Probes

    Jim Allen|May 1, 2020

    Sometimes even a compact knife is just too big for the job. That's when Shipmate Stainless Pick/Probes from Beckson Marine shine. They have a multitude of uses aboard every boat, from functioning as a useful tool to helping make a cocktail. Shipmate Stainless Pick/Probes are made from durable, corrosion-resistant stainless steel with a marine resin handle designed not to roll and built to provide years of dependable service. The sharp, rigid blade won't flex under normal use, making it ideal... Full story

  • Boaters Guides To Proper Lubricants

    Jim Allen|May 1, 2020

    LIQUI MOLY USA has expanded its popular Oil Guide-both in app and online formats-to include its recently launched marine line of oils, fluids and additives in the US and Canada. This will become invaluable to boat owners to identify and learn about the correct products for their inboard, outboard and sterndrive engines. The Oil Guide lists nearly every marine diesel and gasoline engine built going back decades. With three simple drop-down selections, the tool lists the ideal product, including i... Full story

  • Iosso Mold & Mildew Stain Remover

    Jim Allen|Apr 1, 2020

    From cotton duck to modern acrylic textiles, all outdoor fabrics collect stains and eventually begin looking old and tired. Scrubbing with water and mild detergent may remove some of the surface dirt, but organics such as mold, mildew and algae need to be handled differently so they won't grow back. What's needed is biodegradable Mold & Mildew Stain Remover from Iosso Products. It rejuvenates fabric, vinyl, wood and plastic without harsh chemicals that bleach-out colors and deteriorate... Full story

  • BoatLIFE's Two-Part Restoration Process

    Jim Allen|Apr 1, 2020

    Even the most cared-for boat will eventually show its age. Wind-borne debris and UV rays dull outside walls, leaving it looking old and tired. However, it's easy to bring back a showroom shine with BoatLIFE's two-part restoration process using PolyShine and Life Wax. PolyShine is a premium polish formulated specifically for use on fiberglass boats. Starting with a clean hull, the easy-to-use liquid polymer is applied by hand or electric buffer. If the vessel is seriously oxidized, a rubbing... Full story

  • AirWave Marine Splitter

    Jim Allen|Apr 1, 2020

    Traditionally, each onboard radio requires a separate antenna. This is expensive and unnecessarily adds clutter and weight aloft. Saving space, time and money, the VHF & AM/FM Splitter from AirWave Marine connects both devices to a single dual-band antenna with crystal-clear performance. Made in the USA, the AirWave Marine VHF & AM/FM Splitter uses a state-of-the-art passive filter design. The 3' dual-shield, low-loss white cable has an anti-UV coating for long service life. Installing the VHF... Full story

  • Raritan Engineering Toilet

    Jim Allen|Apr 1, 2020

    Most marine toilets are either manual or electric. The PH PowerFlush from Raritan Engineering can be both. Ideal for the cruising sailor or powerboater, it delivers the ability to add a gearbox for powered operation and quickly convert back to manual operation, if necessary. Plus, its mounting base footprint matches industry standards to make it an easy and fast upgrade. With Raritan's P105E Conversion Kit, it's easy to transform the manual PH SuperFlush to a PH PowerFlush with smooth and quiet... Full story

  • RV Social Distancing

    Jim Allen|Apr 1, 2020

    With large public events being canceled due to concerns over coronavirus COVID-19, RVing is perhaps the most enjoyable way to spend time with immediate family while still social distancing. Even away from the crowds, there are still everyday germs to contend with in and around a trailer, camper or motorhome. Shurhold, the leader in RV cleaning and maintenance products, has a Clean-N-Simple Tip to help sanitize the RV using a quality soap and Serious Shine. In a home, neatness counts when it... Full story

  • Life-Calk

    Jim Allen|Apr 1, 2020

    Even a minor water leak can cause serious and expensive damage to a motorhome, trailer or camper. That's why it is important to use a quality, industrial-grade sealant like Life-Calk® from RV by LIFE. Formulated specifically for use with RVs and made in the USA, Life-Calk is a long-lasting, permanently-flexible polysulfide compound for exterior or interior use. Unlike many sealants, high-quality Life-Calk bonds to fiberglass, wood, metal, glass and itself. It is resistant to gasoline and die... Full story

  • Brush Handles

    Jim Allen|Apr 1, 2020

    When using an RV brush or mop, few things are as frustrating as rubbing it up against the finish and leaving a scratch. Shurhold's Handle Mate PFD prevents this from happening. Slipped over the aluminum shaft of any of the company's Telescoping or Fixed Length Handles, it protects paint, fiberglass, chrome, acrylic and vinyl graphics from forehead-slapping accidents. Plus, if it does doubly-duty on a boat, it'll float the tool if dropped overboard. Handle Mate PFD is made from soft, durable... Full story

  • Arizona Spay And Neuter Clinic

    Jim Allen|Mar 1, 2020

    Publishers Note - VFW 3513 Auxiliary has officially adopted this project naming it VFW Alley Cats - Operation Paws. Our purpose is to humanely control the population and condition of the colony that currently exists as Post 3513. Our goal is to connect the spayed/neutered animals with a veteran who will give it a good home. This can be good for the animals as well as the veterans. Donations for this project can be made to VFW Post 3513 or directly to Arizona Spay And Neuter Clinic. We are... Full story

  • Newspapers Newsletters

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    It dawned on me today while I was putting up stories on our website how much simpler the process has become since we started using ROAR. ROAR is online-publication software provided by Lions Light Corporation. This is a personal thank you to Dan and Lea Wilcox from my wife Carol and me. I thank them for having taken a task that was awkward and time consuming and making it easy. My wife Carol thanks them for providing a system that works so she doesn't have to listen to me grumble about one that... Full story

  • Snap Tool Multi-Key

    Jim Allen|Nov 1, 2019

    Carrying around 19 different tools requires a lot of pockets. Or, if it's a Snap Tool Multi-Key from Davis Instruments, just one. Whether pleasure boating, sailboat racing or fishing, it's the one palm-sized item that will always be ready to twist, cut, pry, snap and take care of any number of needed onboard jobs. A veritable toolbox, the patented Snap Tool Multi-Key has three metric and four SAE hex wrenches, slotted and Phillips screwdrivers, a scraper and a recessed cutting blade. Three deck... Full story

  • BoatUS App's New 'Connect to Local Towing Captains'

    Jim Allen|Sep 1, 2019

    BoatUS App's New 'Connect to Local Towing Captains' feature shortens response time. When boats break down on the water, run aground or run out of fuel, many recreational boaters use the free BoatUS App to summon TowBoatUS for routine on-water assistance. The app's new Connect feature will automatically link app users with the closest local TowBoatUS captain, eliminating the need to call to BoatUS national dispatch and providing better service to boaters by shortening response times from the... Full story

  • Polishing Your RV

    Jim Allen|Aug 1, 2019

    Even after washing and thoroughly rinsing an RV, it's easy to have water spots left behind. Not only are they unsightly, but over time, being mineral deposits, they can actually etch and permanently mar the finish. Fortunately, with the right tools, removing them is easy. Shurhold, the leader in marine cleaning and maintenance, has a Clean-N-Simple tip that will save a great deal of time and effort when doing so: utilize a test spot. When polishing an RV, many owners start at one end and work... Full story

  • Moldaway Cleans The Natural Way

    Jim Allen|Jun 1, 2019

    Keeping an RV spot-free is a constant battle, with many owners resorting to harsh, toxic chemicals and lots of elbow grease. Moldaway from Shurhold Industries is different. It's an oxygenated cleaner that's effective on a wide range of surfaces and removes stains the natural way. Made in the USA, scientifically formulated Moldaway contains no bleach or chlorine, so it's safe to use on colored vinyl, canvas, plastic, carpeting, interior and exterior cushions, awnings and wood. It removes mold,... Full story

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