Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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Compass Mounts Anywhere Many owners skip installing a compass due to a reliance on GPS, but when throttled down due to fog, rain or unfamiliar locations, it can't display direction well — and not at all if stopped. The Helmsman HB-740 from Ritchie Navigation is the ideal addition to any boat. Its bracket mount fits virtually anywhere, making it perfect for everything from a sportfish flybridge to a wakeboard dash to the console of a small center console. Made in the USA, the Ritchie Helmsman m... Full story
Large fluid drums can sometimes prove challenging to open, especially the first time when breaching the original factory seal. The Wrench-70 container wrench from Beckson Marine makes fast work of 70mm and 3/4" slotted plugs, enabling users to get on with the job of transferring liquids to smaller containers. Crafted from fiberglass-filled nylon for light weight and exceptional strength, the Wrench-70 provides needed added leverage to help open fluid drum caps. Its ergonomic design is easy to... Full story
RV owners know that sun, ozone, embedded dirt, sweat and temperature extremes are hard on flexible outdoor materials like vinyl, rubber, leather and isinglass. They become dry and prone to cracking, as well as old-looking due to color fading. Vinyl and Leather Cleaner & Conditioner from Iosso Products helps prevent recreational equipment from aging prematurely. As it cleans, it restores the original suppleness and shine, and provides long-lasting protection in one simple-to-use product. Contact... Full story
Rolling boats cause unsecured gear to slide, falling to the deck or floor. The extensive line of Soft-Mate™ Equipment Holders from Beckson Marine safely secures a wide range of equipment, protecting items from damage. Soft-Mate Equipment Holders are manufactured from a soft, flexible PVC compound, specially formulated for marine use. Each is designed for a specific purpose, but offers imaginative boat owners unlimited uses. The white Binocular Holder secures delicate optics along with l... Full story
RiverPark Marine's JBL-R3500 source unit was built from the ground up for harsh weather. The stereo receiver overcomes rain, spray and rinse downs, yet delivers the rich, immersive sound quality JBL source units are known for. The JBL-R3500 is the first level in the WAKE series. Beyond AM/FM and weather band reception, it offers BT5.0 with ID streaming. BT5.0 provides greater control distance and faster data speeds compared to older generations of Bluetooth. With USB and aux ports, it... Full story
Opening port lights are great for filling a cabin with sunshine and fresh air. But above all else, they need to keep water outside. Few do this better than Newport self-draining ports from Beckson Marine. Equally ideal for DIY and OEM use, they're designed for ease of installation and built for harsh marine environments. The Newport Self Drain Opening model comes with a molded angled ramp that promotes drainage and allows for simple through-bolting. The internal incline sits tightly against the... Full story
Many marina owners know they can generate a modest income stream through daily personal watercraft (PWC) launch fees. More are discovering the real money is in dry-stack storage. An all-electric PWC Launcher from CAPRIA S.A. is easy to add to any small, unused portion of waterfront-whether it's a steep embankment, concrete seawall or second-story structure. The opportunity to increase customer satisfaction and owner revenue is now in place. Perfect for incorporating into a new or existing... Full story
ICE IT -- Whether splitting ice or marking the exact location of a drill hole, Shipmate Stainless Steel Pick/Probes from Beckson Marine are a tool no boat owner should be without. With a low price and available gift box, they make a thoughtful present.Contact local dealers or Beckson Marine, 165 Holland Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06605. Email: orderdesk@beckson.com; Visit www.beckson.com.... Full story
As northerners are winterizing their boats, southerners are well into the boating season. Both need the 109PC Siphon-Mate® Pump from Beckson Marine. The self-priming pump makes it easy to get a siphon started and simple to stop the process when the desired amount of liquid is moved-all without sucking on a dirty tube. Beckson's 109PC Siphon Pump is non-metallic, so it won't scratch surfaces and is safe to use around combustibles. Built from sturdy marine-grade plastic, it won't rust or becom... Full story
Boats and buckets go hand in hand. Owners fill them with soapy water while boatyards, marinas, dealers, and manufacturers often use them for toting heavy parts and used lubricants. Either way, moving them can be back-breaking toil without the Lil' Dolly Bucket/Pail Dolly from Beckson Marine. It's the safe and easy way to move up to 75 lbs. in a full pail. With an 11" inner base, the rugged Lil' Dolly is sized to accommodate 5-, 6- and 7-gallon buckets. Manufactured from durable polypropylene,... Full story
Whether after sockeye on the Columbia, teal in Louisiana or a quiet picnic near an Arizona lake, the PacBak P88-MK Cooler keeps adventures fresh. Built in Alaska, this 88 qt. cooler is unlike any other on the market. Every design aspect provides optimum functionality, including simultaneously keeping contents both hot and/or cold, an integrated cutting board, a removable table and the ability to withstand 24 hours with a 1,250-pound Alaskan Kodiak Brown Bear. The thick insulated walls of the thr... Full story
DANGER AND DAMAGE - Lifting a boat by its cleats or standard bow eye can damage the vessel and be downright dangerous. Accon Marine's Round and Oval Lifting Eyes were designed specifically for this purpose. They handle up to 4,000 lbs. when installed correctly. Contact local dealers or Accon Marine, 727-572-9202; Fax: 727-572-7621. www.acconmarine.com.... Full story
For owners who want to use their boats for watersports but don't have a dedicated pylon, the 198 Ski Tow from Accon Marine is ideal. Flush-mounted on the transom, it provides a secure spot to attach a tow rope and is a far better solution than putting strain on a cleat or chock. The 198 Ski Tow is designed to accommodate all standard tow rope diameters, without having any part of the fitting protrude and create a snag point. Solidly constructed, the patented four-piece assembly includes the... Full story
Clear deck plates for visual monitoring of controls or gauges mounted behind panels are popular with boaters and boatbuilders alike. But, they can be difficult to open when used in high-pressure or near-vacuum conditions-a challenge compounded when positioned in confined spaces like engine rooms. High-Torque Access Plates from Beckson Marine solve this problem. Their unique design facilitates removal when required, while maintaining surface clarity for easy viewing of protected instruments.... Full story
Sleek Folding Chocks Are Easy DIY Upgrade While chocks are a welcome hardware addition to help wrangle dock lines, installing yet another protruding accessory on a boat's crowded deck can cause second-guessing. Surface Mount Folding Chocks from Accon Marine offer two benefits: they eliminate the need for large installation holes, and they lay flat when not in use. This helps to maintain a cleaner, safer deck without sacrificing convenience. Crafted from marine-grade 316 stainless steel for excep... Full story