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Jan. 09, 2018

Technology Throws Us a Lifeline

CrewWatcher is a smart system that constantly checks if everyone is still on board using your phone and a beacon. In case of a man overboard, the app will automatically sound the alarm in 3 seconds and provide guidance to aid with recovery. Read More >
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Apr. 06, 2017

Cool Gizmos for Sailors : The MarkSetBot

The MarkSetBot is the world’s first robotic race mark, which allows a race committee to set up or change a race mark more quickly and accurately. Read More >
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Oct. 20, 2016

Cool Gizmos for Sailors : The Chart Magnifier

We saw this new Chart Magnifier and thought it would be a handy instrument to throw in the nav desk onboard your sailboat. Read More >
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Nov. 06, 2015

Marine Flares Expired? Consider This Alternative

The Sirius Signal SOS Distress Light aims to replace traditional marine flares – it is the first LED Visual Distress Signal Device to be USCG approved. Read More >
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Oct. 22, 2015

Cool Gizmos for Sailors : The Rope Shackle

The rope shackle is lightweight, flexible, and can be made any length – perfect in a pinch or situations where a hard metal shackle could do more harm than good. Read More >
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