The Big Screen
With more and more integrated navigation systems coming to the market, there is a huge trend towards larger monitors that have split-screen functionality. Furuno recently introduced two new screens, a 12.1″ and a 15″...
Monthly Archive: June 2004
EPIRBs, Less Search And Quicker Rescue
Although EPIRBs are not required on private yachts, they do save lives. Here’s a story on how they do that and what different systems are available. I’m sure it is worth your consideration if...
Maptech i3 An Amazing Combo
I’ve written before about Maptech’s i3 solution, bringing together a radar, GPS, chartplotter and fishfinder. Motor Boating Magazine has a short review of it, and they highlight some of the nicer features. “Maptech�s i3...
Aqua FM Swim Snorkel Radio
I’ve highlighted some more entertaining diving gear in the past, but Gizmodo now has a really good one… The Aqua FM Swim Snorkel Radio from Aquanaut. “Even better, the Aqua FM snorkel uses no...
Electronics That Can Save Your Life At Sea
Of course you can read this weblog to learn all about marine equipment that might save your life someday, but now there’s also a new three-part video series called “Taking the Search Out of...
The Early Adopters Of Marine Electronics
The early adopters of marine electronics can be found in the competitive fishing scene. Here’s a story on a guy who outfitted his boat to the fullest extend. Like the article says: “he’ll be...
What’s On Board: Billy Joel’s Vendetta
Singer Billy Joel appears to be a marine electronics fanatic as well… Apparently he asked Raymarine to outfit his new 57 Shelter Island Commuter, named Vendetta… “When commissioned in early fall, Vendetta will be...
A Radar Buyer’s Guide
Motor Boating Magazine has a buyer’s guide for picking the right radar for your boat. They help you decide what kind of radar you should buy, and they give some examples ranging from $1,000...
Light Your Way
There are many technologies and gadgets that will assist you when trying to catch some fish. Barnegat’s solution is one that will please non-fishers as well. “Barnegat Light Marine Products introduces a light that...
Send An SMS While Crossing The Pacific…?
MegaYacht has an article (free subscription required) on Altobridge’s system that allows you to use your regular cellphone onboard, anywhere at sea… I’ve written about their solution two months ago as well. “The Altobridge...
