Seipel Marine 10-Foot Boat Bumper
Having proper fenders for your boat is a must, but they are rarely convenient to store when not in use. The Seipel Marine 10-Foot Inflatable Boat Bumper is an oversized fender engineered to provide maximum hull protection during docking and while your boat is moored. With a 20-inch diameter and a full 10-foot length, the bumper delivers a wide, cushioned contact zone that shields your boat from the scrapes, dings, and dents that can result from contact with docks, pilings, or other vessels. Constructed from durable inflatable materials, the bumper features a smooth, cylindrical surface and a convenient inflation valve for easy setup and adjustment and, best of all, it can be deflated for compact storage when you leave the dock. The fender comes in two colors: gray and black.
Price: $79.95 www.SeipelMarine.com
Dubarry Cowes Waterproof Trainer
Optimized for performance like an Admiral’s Cup raceboat, Dubarry’s new Cowes sailing trainers are waterproof as well as lightweight and highly breathable, with full anti-odor treatment. NonSlip-NonMarking™ outsoles with unique water dispersion channels give a sure-footed grip on wet decks and flexible mesh uppers and supple soles keep you nimble during fast-paced maneuvers. Overlays of stiffer material hold your feet precisely in place and protect your toes in contact with things like winches and cleats. Shock-absorbing midsoles cushion your feet when you’re standing at the helm or working on deck. The waterproof lining goes up to the ankle and the shoe is designed to dry quickly, with removable footbeds, when they get wet inside.
Price: $200 www.Dubarry.com
Raymarine RCU-1 Wireless Autopilot Remote
Raymarine recently announced the launch of the RCU-1 Wireless Autopilot Remote, which works in conjunction with their Evolution autopilot systems. The unit allows users to manage the vessel’s heading and navigation data from anywhere on deck via a Bluetooth connection to a dedicated gateway. It also functions as a secondary data instrument, giving you real-time vessel data, including heading, speed, depth, and active waypoint information through the sunlight-viewable color display. One of the most innovative features of the unit is the Solo Sailor Mode, which is specifically designed for crew overboard scenarios. If the Bluetooth link between the remote and the gateway is severed—indicating the wearer has fallen overboard or moved beyond the 98-foot operational radius—the system automatically initiates a recovery maneuver. The RCU-1 and WG-1 Starter Kit includes the handheld remote and the wireless receiver unit required for network integration.
Price: $549.99 www.Raymarine.com
