Marine Safety It can be very enjoyable to be out on the water, but you do not want to forget about marine safety. Making sure you protect yourself as much as possible matters, and you also want to keep all of your boat's passengers safe, too. We have the accessories you need to raise your level of safety and increase your peace of mind anytime you take the boat out of the dock. Our options for personal locator beacons and safety lights can help protect you, and our waterproof bags & cases help you make sure you do not damage any of your personal belongings, either.   Make sure you remember to take an emergency weather radio, and we offer EPIRBs, Flotation Coats/Pants, Fume Detectors, Immersion/Dry/Work Suits, Life Rafts, Man Overboard Devices, Personal Flotation Devices, Personal Locator Beacons, Safety Lights, and Waterproof Bags & Cases and Medical Kits to protect yourself and the people you care about . Your passengers will thank you when they feel safe on your boat, and you will have less to worry about. Then you can have more fun out on the waterways, and really appreciate the beauty of nature and all the fun a boat can bring.

The joys of on-the-water paddle sports are many. Paddling your own canoe, kayak, paddleboard, or  surfboard takes individual skill, where you set your own pace and experience a sense of calm and quiet serenity as you glide across the pristine waters. You will encounter fewer & wild parties with large, raft-up boat flotillas crowding the waterways. Stand Up Paddle Boarding Stand-up paddleboarding originated in Hawaii, and while it is a recent addition to the list of paddle sports, some believe that it has been around for longer. Experts say it has existed for decades but came to prominence in the 2000s, evolving into the recognized sport today. Its earliest roots trace it back to the 18th century when native Hawaiians paddled along the Pacific from island to island. The modern applications of stand-up paddle boarding, or SUP as some call it, emerged in the mid-20th century with the extreme popularity of surf culture in the 1960s. The shores of California first welcomed SUP in 2005, where it caught on instantly among the locals. Today, SUP has spread across the country, with more than 22 million Americans participating in stand-up paddleboarding.   Simply put, stand-up paddleboarding involves getting on a surf-like board with a long SUP paddle which you will use to propel the board while standing up straight. This paddle sport is excellent for photographers as they can get a much better view while standing up. There is more than one way on how to paddle a stand-up paddleboard. You can race, tour, and surf. Many marinas have partnered with yoga instructors to offer on-the-water stand-up paddleboard yoga classes. It is refreshing to watch a class of yogis as they attempt perfect balance in a headstand on an unanchored, less than steady paddleboard! You can even turn your SUP into a kayak. More recent is white water paddle boarding for the thrill-seekers. Kayaking may have been the fastest-growing paddle sport, but stand-up paddleboarding has taken over this title. New variations of stand-up paddleboards have hit the market. Some boards are inflatable, some can be folded up into thirds with hinged sections, and newer paddleboards include tall seats and pedals. For SUP equipment information, click this link at CLR Marine. https://www.clrmarine.com/462m4/paddlesports.html.   SAFETY FIRST and WEATHER ALERTS WHEN PADDLE BOARDING While enjoying any paddle sport, such as paddle boarding, canoeing, or kayaking, be aware that weather can change in an instant. A calm stream can suddenly become a raging river if weather conditions suddenly change higher up at the stream's headwaters.    PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE (PFD) Wearing or carrying a PFD on-board is essential to paddleboard safety. Stand-up Paddleboards are considered "vessels" under the United States Coast Guard regulations when used out of designated swimming, surfing, or bathing areas. Individuals 13 years of age and older must have a PFD on board, and those 12 years of age and younger are required to wear a PFD at all times on the water. Not only can a PFD save your life, but it can also make it easier for you to climb back aboard after falling or jumping in the water. https://www.clrmarine.com/462m4/marine-safety/personal-flotation-devices.html   WHISTLE A whistle can be a simple, inexpensive item to carry that can make a huge difference in an emergency. You can use a whistle to alert motorized boats to your presence if needed or to get help from the shore if you have trouble on the water. A whistle can also be heard in the fog when visibility is at a minimum. https://www.clrmarine.com/m4/10020--acr-survival-res-q-whistle-w-18-lanyard.html   PERSONAL LOCATOR BEACON Personal locator beacons are handheld devices that signal 406 MHz, the same frequency used for newer emergency locator transmitters. Activate a PLB—in most cases, simply by extending the antenna and pressing the On button—and it transmits a powerful distress signal with a unique digital code. https://www.clrmarine.com/462m4/paddlesports/personal-locator-beacons.html   LEASH If you fall off your SUP while in the water, the leash will keep your board easily accessible. Wind, currents, and waves can quickly sweep your SUP away from you. Fasten the cord securely & around your ankle.   WETSUIT If you plan on going out on cold water, you should consider a suit to keep you warm. Hypothermia escalates rapidly. An accidental fall into a cold mountain lake or cold ocean water would ruin your trip. Remember that you won't have a stack of warm blankets or warm, dry clothing with you.   HELMET If you're going to take your SUP down a river, you should consider a helmet for the trip. Kayakers wear them, and their heads are much closer to the water than someone standing on a paddleboard. Falling onto hidden or exposed rocks from a standing position could cause a devastating impact. Protect your brain. Wear a helmet.   WEATHER Always be aware of the current weather conditions for your SUP outing and pay attention to the forecast for the day. Weather conditions can change rapidly in some locations, and getting caught in bad weather can be very dangerous. The wind is always a threat. The wind can quickly unbalance a paddle boarder, make it difficult to paddle, or even carry the board quickly away from a dismounted paddler. Have a weather app on your phone, and hopefully a signal will transmit while you are on the water. PADDLE with a PARTNER The best way to enjoy your SUP is with a friend. It is also one of the best ways to stay safe on the water. Paddling buddies can double-check gear before heading out and watch out for each other while out on the water. Let friends know where you will be. Leave your itinerary with someone on land. If you don't return at your designated time, your land buddy will start the search. Should your itinerary change, get in touch with your person on shore. Cell service may be limited on the water. Don't count on your cell phone to be your lifeline.   SUNSCREEN The sun is known to cause cancer in all states, not just California. Protect any exposed skin.    KNOW YOUR LIMITS Remember that you have that same distance on your return trip for every mile that you have traveled out. While the wind may be at your back on the way out, a headwind at the return will be a challenge as your energy is diminishing. Paddleboarding is an excellent way for you to blend in with your surroundings and slide from one area to another. Be safe. Know the distance to your destination or how much exertion you want to make at each outing. In addition, to stand-up paddleboarding, other paddle sports to enjoy are kayaking, surfing, and canoeing. We will explore these paddle sports in a future blog. Fair winds and smooth sailing.   To obtain more information about the products and services mentioned in this article, please contact CLR Marine https://www.clrmarine.com/. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________    Award-winning author Cheryl Kuba has been at the helm for more than 30 years sailing the Great Lakes, with side trips to the British Virgin Islands and St. Maarten. She has served as past- Commodore of Great Lakes Fleet 21 -Chicago region. 3happycampers.com ©Copyright Cheryl Kuba, 3happycampers.com, 2021.

Raymarine has identified a problem with Sport Drive autopilot drive unit. As a result the mechanical clutch assembly may fail, causing the steering of the vessel to lock in one direction with possible risk to the safety of the vessel and crew. See PDF for more information.

Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland last week signed legislation to enhance boating safety on state waterways.   The new law establishes “failure to control” as an enforceable boat operator rule. Many accidents occur as the result of operator inexperience or the forces of nature. These are not the result of a “rules of the road” violation or caused by reckless operation, but may result in minor property damage or injury.   The law also increases the horsepower limit on Pymatuning Lake in northeastern Ohio to 20-hp. About two-thirds of the lake is within the boundaries of Pennsylvania, which passed legislation to allow for the increase several years ago.   Also, the Ohio law creates a “no wake zone,” requiring boat operators to reduce their speed when passing a boat actively engaged in providing public service, including law enforcement, fireboats, search-and-rescue teams, dredges and towing services. This is similar to the law requiring motorists to proceed with caution and change lanes or slow down when approaching a stationary public safety vehicle displaying an emergency light.   Additionally, the law permits boaters to “slow tow” ski tubes and other towables in no-wake zones and areas outside of the designated speed and ski zones, and requires children under 10 years of age who board a watercraft under 18 feet in length to wear a swimsuit-style life jacket. The children's Type V personal flotation device was approved by the U.S. Coast Guard several years ago and is designed to be more comfortable and better suited to the activities of children participating in family boating.   The law also allows for the transfer of electronic titles for outboard motors. This provision reduces the time it takes to transfer titles by preventing the need for a watercraft dealer to first issue a physical title.   Also in the news today;   Maine offers online renewals for watercraft registration   Maine Gov, John E. Baldacci last week signed a bill that allows state residents to renew their watercraft online.   “Since taking office five years ago, I have made it a goal for Maine government to be more open and accessible to her people and this includes making more government services available online,” Baldacci said in a statement. “I'm very pleased that we are helping Maine people access an array of such services, putting everything from volunteerism opportunities to dog licenses and now boat registration renewals, at their fingertips.”   The legislation allows Maine residents to renew watercraft registration through a safe and secure Web site. The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife will continue to administer the registrations both online and in person.   Officials estimate that 125,000 watercraft are registered in Maine.  

NEWS ... Mustang Survival HIT Inflatable PFD Safety Alert   In keeping with Mustang Survival's commitment to the highest levels of quality and safety, we are notifying the public of an urgent advisory for specific Hydrostatic inflatable PFDs manufactured during April and May of 2012. A portion of these PFDs may be subject to delayed or non-inflations. To determine if you are impacted by this precautionary advisory please reference the instructions attached. Click for more information.

I have recently been made aware that there is a safety issue with Electronic Navigation Charts (ENCs). Specifically, when the user is utilizing either Base or Standard Display in an ECDIS, soundings are normally turned off. While using these display modes, if there is an isolated sounding that is shoaler than the surrounding depth contours, it will not be highlighted in the navigation system. The International Hydrographic Office (IHO) has already come out with a notice and the attached one-page sheet was produced by NOAA. NOAA is in the process of determining how best to fix the issue. Please refer to the following link for a more detailed explanation of the problem: http://www.nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/staff/headline-ecdis-issue.html Please forward this e-mail on to anyone you feel needs to know this important information and has not been included on this mailing list. If you have further questionss regarding this issue, please do not hesitate to contact me (information below) or you may submit your questions via the Office of Coast Survey's inquiry page. Inquiries submitted by this method are numbered and tracked to make sure an answer is sent. You can find the inquiry page at http://ocsdata.ncd.noaa.gov/idrs/inquiry.aspx?frompage=ContactUs   Sincerely, Brian Link NOAA - Office of Coast Survey Navigation Services Division -------------------------------------------------------- Brian Link USDOC, NOAA, OCS, NSD 1431 Beach Street Muskegon, MI 49441 231-759-1252 brian.lin(at)noaa.gov

Quantum 2 Q24D Dopper Radar - No Cable The Raymarine Quantum 2 Radar has Doppler collision avoidance technology. The Quantum 2 next generation CHIRP pulse compression radar by Raymarine provides superior target awareness at both long and extremely short ranges. Using advanced Doppler processing, the system instantly highlights moving radar contacts and color codes them to indicate whether they are inbound or outbound. Quantum with Doppler makes it easy to discern potentially dangerous targets when navigating in high-traffic areas. Easily Identify Dangerous Targets Raymarine Quantum 2 Doppler target processing readily identifies and color codes moving radar contacts for instant recognition and reduced risk of collision. Safer Navigation Quantum 2’s exclusive Safety Sector feature provides the maximum level of visibility to dangerous targets in the path of your vessel (both mobile and stationary). Superior Collision Avoidance Doppler-enabled MARPA provides an effortless means of dangerous target tracking by eliminating the need to setup guard zones. Raymarine MARPA target tracking is the same technology trusted by the United States Coast Guard. Features: Doppler moving target display allows for superior situational awareness at-a-glance Fully automatic ARPA target tracking, along with manual MARPA mode Adjustable TrueTrails target history shows the motion history of moving contacts CHIRP Pulse Compression detects contacts as close as 18-feet for zero-visibility navigation 24-mile range for early detection of traffic, navigation aids, landfall and weather Immediate awareness – Quantum starts up and is ready to go in seconds Superior interference rejection eliminates noise from other radars Simplified installation with Wi-Fi or thin wire network connectivity Easy upgrade – Quantum 2 fits the same bolt pattern as other Raymarine scanners Lightweight and easy to install – Quantum weighs up to 50% less than comparable magnetron radars Safe emissions – mount Quantum anywhere onboard Low power consumption for extended battery life under sail How Doppler Radar Works: Microwave energy waves are bounced off of a distant target, just like conventional radar. Moving targets send back echoes whose frequencies shift upward or downward from what was originally transmitted. For inbound targets, the frequency increases as the leading edge of the returning echoes are received more frequently as the target’s range decreases. For outbound targets, the frequency drops as the returning echoes spread out as its range increases. Doppler radars are engineered to detect these small shifts in wave frequency, and use them to classify moving radar targets. Doppler Target Processing Doppler radar is tuned specifically to detect the radar echo frequency shift returned by moving vs. stationary targets. Quantum 2 then uniquely color codes moving targets to indicate whether they are getting closer, or moving away. Inbound targets are colored red Outbound targets are colored green Color coded targets make it simple to pick out moving traffic from other stationary targets like land, navigation aids or stopped/anchored vessels. Quantum 2 Safety Sector Doppler does an excellent job of bringing attention to moving targets, but it does downplay stationary targets, that can be equally as dangerous. Safety Sector provides equal attention to these imminent threats by coloring them as inbound targets. Potential targets include: Buoys Exposed Hazard (rocks, pilings, etc...) Slow moving, low visibility vessels Quantum 2's Safety Sector spreads 15° from the bow to a distance of approximately 200m NOTE: The safety sector is not visible on the display. Quantum 2 automatically processes and highlights targets within this region in red. The Quantum 2 also features fully automatic target acquisition and tracking. Configure custom safety or alarm zones and be alerted to new radar contacts entering the zone. Quantum 2 can begin tracking those contacts automatically, calculating their course, speed, closest point of approach and more. You’ll be alerted to dangerous contacts with audible alerts and easy to understand on-screen graphics. Quantum 2 also features Raymarine’s True Trails target history display. The True Trails features enables you to see a historical “wake” behind every moving contact. This additional information makes it even easier to interpret the motion of other vessels, and make smart maneuvering decisions to pass safely. Like every Raymarine Quantum system, you’ll also benefit from a rugged and lightweight design that is super-easy to install. Quantum 2 has very low power consumption making it especially friendly to vessels running exclusively on battery power. Quantum 2 with Doppler can be installed in a traditional wired configuration, or use its built-in Wi-Fi technology to connect it to your Raymarine MFD. The Quantum 2 with Doppler truly sets the standard for on the water safety and collision avoidance.

Quantum 2 Q24D Radar Doppler with 10M Power & Data Cables The Raymarine Quantum 2 Radar has Doppler collision avoidance technology. The Quantum 2 next generation CHIRP pulse compression radar by Raymarine provides superior target awareness at both long and extremely short ranges. Using advanced Doppler processing, the system instantly highlights moving radar contacts and color codes them to indicate whether they are inbound or outbound. Quantum with Doppler makes it easy to discern potentially dangerous targets when navigating in high-traffic areas. Easily Identify Dangerous Targets Raymarine Quantum 2 Doppler target processing readily identifies and color codes moving radar contacts for instant recognition and reduced risk of collision. Safer Navigation Quantum 2’s exclusive Safety Sector feature provides the maximum level of visibility to dangerous targets in the path of your vessel (both mobile and stationary). Superior Collision Avoidance Doppler-enabled MARPA provides an effortless means of dangerous target tracking by eliminating the need to setup guard zones. Raymarine MARPA target tracking is the same technology trusted by the United States Coast Guard. Features: Doppler moving target display allows for superior situational awareness at-a-glance Fully automatic ARPA target tracking, along with manual MARPA mode Adjustable TrueTrails target history shows the motion history of moving contacts CHIRP Pulse Compression detects contacts as close as 18-feet for zero-visibility navigation 24-mile range for early detection of traffic, navigation aids, landfall and weather Immediate awareness – Quantum starts up and is ready to go in seconds Superior interference rejection eliminates noise from other radars Simplified installation with Wi-Fi or thin wire network connectivity Easy upgrade – Quantum 2 fits the same bolt pattern as other Raymarine scanners Lightweight and easy to install – Quantum weighs up to 50% less than comparable magnetron radars Safe emissions – mount Quantum anywhere onboard Low power consumption for extended battery life under sail How Doppler Radar Works: Microwave energy waves are bounced off of a distant target, just like conventional radar. Moving targets send back echoes whose frequencies shift upward or downward from what was originally transmitted. For inbound targets, the frequency increases as the leading edge of the returning echoes are received more frequently as the target’s range decreases. For outbound targets, the frequency drops as the returning echoes spread out as its range increases. Doppler radars are engineered to detect these small shifts in wave frequency, and use them to classify moving radar targets. Doppler Target Processing Doppler radar is tuned specifically to detect the radar echo frequency shift returned by moving vs. stationary targets.Quantum 2 then uniquely color codes moving targets to indicate whether they are getting closer, or moving away. Inbound targets are colored red Outbound targets are colored green Color coded targets make it simple to pick out moving traffic from other stationary targets like land, navigation aids or stopped/anchored vessels. Quantum 2 Safety Sector Doppler does an excellent job of bringing attention to moving targets, but it does downplay stationary targets, that can be equally as dangerous.Safety Sector provides equal attention to these imminent threats by coloring them as inbound targets. Potential targets include: Buoys Exposed Hazard (rocks, pilings, etc...) Slow moving, low visibility vessels Quantum 2's Safety Sector spreads 15° from the bow to a distance of approximately 200m NOTE: The safety sector is not visible on the display. Quantum 2 automatically processes and highlights targets within this region in red. The Quantum 2 also features fully automatic target acquisition and tracking. Configure custom safety or alarm zones and be alerted to new radar contacts entering the zone. Quantum 2 can begin tracking those contacts automatically, calculating their course, speed, closest point of approach and more. You’ll be alerted to dangerous contacts with audible alerts and easy to understand on-screen graphics. Quantum 2 also features Raymarine’s True Trails target history display. The True Trails features enables you to see a historical “wake” behind every moving contact. This additional information makes it even easier to interpret the motion of other vessels, and make smart maneuvering decisions to pass safely. Like every Raymarine Quantum system, you’ll also benefit from a rugged and lightweight design that is super-easy to install. Quantum 2 has very low power consumption making it especially friendly to vessels running exclusively on battery power. Quantum 2 with Doppler can be installed in a traditional wired configuration, or use its built-in Wi-Fi technology to connect it to your Raymarine MFD. The Quantum 2 with Doppler truly sets the standard for on the water safety and collision avoidance.

Quantum 2 Q24D Radar Doppler with 15M Power & Data Cables The Raymarine Quantum 2 Radar has Doppler collision avoidance technology. The Quantum 2 next generation CHIRP pulse compression radar by Raymarine provides superior target awareness at both long and extremely short ranges. Using advanced Doppler processing, the system instantly highlights moving radar contacts and color codes them to indicate whether they are inbound or outbound. Quantum with Doppler makes it easy to discern potentially dangerous targets when navigating in high-traffic areas. Easily Identify Dangerous Targets Raymarine Quantum 2 Doppler target processing readily identifies and color codes moving radar contacts for instant recognition and reduced risk of collision. Safer Navigation Quantum 2’s exclusive Safety Sector feature provides the maximum level of visibility to dangerous targets in the path of your vessel (both mobile and stationary). Superior Collision Avoidance Doppler-enabled MARPA provides an effortless means of dangerous target tracking by eliminating the need to setup guard zones. Raymarine MARPA target tracking is the same technology trusted by the United States Coast Guard. Features: Doppler moving target display allows for superior situational awareness at-a-glance Fully automatic ARPA target tracking, along with manual MARPA mode Adjustable TrueTrails target history shows the motion history of moving contacts CHIRP Pulse Compression detects contacts as close as 18-feet for zero-visibility navigation 24-mile range for early detection of traffic, navigation aids, landfall and weather Immediate awareness – Quantum starts up and is ready to go in seconds Superior interference rejection eliminates noise from other radars Simplified installation with Wi-Fi or thin wire network connectivity Easy upgrade – Quantum 2 fits the same bolt pattern as other Raymarine scanners Lightweight and easy to install – Quantum weighs up to 50% less than comparable magnetron radars Safe emissions – mount Quantum anywhere onboard Low power consumption for extended battery life under sail How Doppler Radar Works: Microwave energy waves are bounced off of a distant target, just like conventional radar. Moving targets send back echoes whose frequencies shift upward or downward from what was originally transmitted. For inbound targets, the frequency increases as the leading edge of the returning echoes are received more frequently as the target’s range decreases. For outbound targets, the frequency drops as the returning echoes spread out as its range increases. Doppler radars are engineered to detect these small shifts in wave frequency, and use them to classify moving radar targets. Doppler Target Processing Doppler radar is tuned specifically to detect the radar echo frequency shift returned by moving vs. stationary targets.Quantum 2 then uniquely color codes moving targets to indicate whether they are getting closer, or moving away. Inbound targets are colored red Outbound targets are colored green Color coded targets make it simple to pick out moving traffic from other stationary targets like land, navigation aids or stopped/anchored vessels. Quantum 2 Safety Sector Doppler does an excellent job of bringing attention to moving targets, but it does downplay stationary targets, that can be equally as dangerous.Safety Sector provides equal attention to these imminent threats by coloring them as inbound targets. Potential targets include: Buoys Exposed Hazard (rocks, pilings, etc...) Slow moving, low visibility vessels Quantum 2's Safety Sector spreads 15° from the bow to a distance of approximately 200m NOTE: The safety sector is not visible on the display. Quantum 2 automatically processes and highlights targets within this region in red. The Quantum 2 also features fully automatic target acquisition and tracking. Configure custom safety or alarm zones and be alerted to new radar contacts entering the zone. Quantum 2 can begin tracking those contacts automatically, calculating their course, speed, closest point of approach and more. You’ll be alerted to dangerous contacts with audible alerts and easy to understand on-screen graphics. Quantum 2 also features Raymarine’s True Trails target history display. The True Trails features enables you to see a historical “wake” behind every moving contact. This additional information makes it even easier to interpret the motion of other vessels, and make smart maneuvering decisions to pass safely. Like every Raymarine Quantum system, you’ll also benefit from a rugged and lightweight design that is super-easy to install. Quantum 2 has very low power consumption making it especially friendly to vessels running exclusively on battery power. Quantum 2 with Doppler can be installed in a traditional wired configuration, or use its built-in Wi-Fi technology to connect it to your Raymarine MFD. The Quantum 2 with Doppler truly sets the standard for on the water safety and collision avoidance.

Safety First when it comes to Trailer Lighting   Safety is important, not only on the water, but on the road going to and coming from the water. If your trailer is more than a few years old, most likely you have had or are having some issues with the lights and the electrical system on your trailer. Fortunately, most issues are pretty easy to fix.   The first thing to do is to test the lights by hooking up to the vehicle harness and checking all lights to make sure they are bright and working. If any are dim or not functioning, connect a tester to the vehicle harness to see if there might be an issue with the electrical source. Cleaning the connectors of the harness on both the vehicle and trailer side is critical, and can easily be done with a can of electrical connector spray and a fine wire brush. Also, clean the ground contact and tighten the ground wire.   Make sure to check the ground screw and replace it if it is corroded. Most bulbs are easily replaceable by simply twisting them to remove and install them. You can also clean up corroded sockets by gently sanding away the corrosion with fine sandpaper. It's possible you may have to replace wiring, which can be purchased as part of a complete kit that includes new lights, connectors, and lenses. We suggest if you do not have LED light on your trailer to switch over to them. Led lights are brighter, more efficient and has multiply bulbs so you will never have a taillight completely unlit if one bulb burns out.   CLR Marine carries trailer lights and lighting kits, which are complete with license plate holder, wiring and side lights. Along with any other trailer accessory you may need.       Specials   Closeouts    Remanufactured    Rebates  

Ray90 VHF Radio & AIS700 Bundle Ray90 VHF Radio Raymarine’s fixed mount Ray90 modular VHF radio brings multi-station communications to a whole new level of power, performance, and flexibility. The Ray90 is a black-box design with a transceiver that hides out of sight while the ergonomic RayMic handset and remote speaker provide full control of the radio with crystal clear audio. Features: Black box, multi-station capable VHF radio Wireless handset and active speaker available Wired handset and passive speaker included Expandable to 2 handsets Built-in loudhailer and fog signal generator Optional external GPS Simple NMEA2000 and NMEA0183 Networking Ray90 is equipped with a powerful 25-watt transmitter and commercial grade electronics for long life and superior performance. Channel scanning, dual-watch, tri-watch and weather alert are standard. Class D Digital Selective Calling radio and integrated GPS makes setting up the advanced safety and calling features easy. Simply input your vessel’s MMSI number during setup and you’re ready to go. For GPS operation the optional GA150 passive GPS antenna is required. Position Tracking Use Ray90’s position tracking feature to keep tabs on up to 5 nearby DSC equipped vessels. Their positions are automatically shared with your Raymarine MFD. Keep an eye on other boats in your cruising party, monitor vessels of interest, or manage your local fleet. In Europe the Ray90 supports the ATIS system on navigable inland waterways. Loudhailer Ray90’s built-in loudhailer will make you heard on-deck and across the harbour. Connect an optional hailing horn and make your presence known with 30-watts of audio output, plus 2-way talkback. When things get foggy, the loudhailer can also be set to automatically sound required fog signals for power and sailing vessels underway and at anchor. Waterproof & Ruggedized Ray90’s transceiver unit is cast in solid aluminum for shock and vibration resistance and maximum heat dissipation. RayMic handsets feature super-bright backlighting for easy viewing in all conditions and oversized keys provide a sure grip with easy access to commonly used functions. Expand Your System The Ray90 system includes 1 RayMic wired handset and a passive speaker kit. Expand your system with an additional RayMic handset and remote speaker. For noisy environments choose the optional active remote speaker. No matter how small or how large your vessel is, the Ray90 all the power and performance you need for essential communications on the water. In the Box: Ray90 / Ray91 VHF DSC Radio (including fitted power and data cable)             Raymic handset cradle             Raymic handset             Raymic handset adaptor cable (12 pin female to 12 pin male with RCA Audio)             Passive speaker             Passive speaker mounting gasket             Passive speaker mounting screws x 4             Documentation             VHF radio mounting screws x 4             Handset cradle mounting screws x 4             DeviceNet to SeaTalkng® adaptor AIS700 Class B AIS Transceiver with Antenna Splitter **As the FCC requires all units sold in the US to be programmed by a qualified technician. Please submit the form below for programming at time of purchase. A copy of the MMSI registration or FCC Ship Station License is required along with the vessel master or owner's signature on the completed programming form.** Click here to download form. The AIS700 from Raymarine is a Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) transceiver designed for use with Raymarine multifunction navigation display systems.  AIS is an international marine navigation safety system that allows participating vessels to silently exchange key navigation information including vessel name, identification, course, speed and more.  AIS contacts can be displayed on Raymarine multifunction displays, chartplotters, radar displays and select instruments.  As a Class B AIS transceiver, the AIS700 not only receives broadcasts from other vessels, it also transmits your own boat’s information too helping you to be seen on other vessels’ systems. The AIS700 is engineered using the very latest SO-TDMA (Self Organized Time Division Multiple Access) networking technology which allows it to perform faster and at longer ranges than d speed over previous generation AIS products.  For ease-of-installation, the AIS700 has a built in VHF-band antenna splitter which allows it to share a single antenna with your current VHF radio.  AIS700 also has its own internal, dedicated 72-channel GPS receiver with external antenna as required by international standards.   AIS700 also supports both hardware and software-enabled Silent Mode.  This allows you to temporarily restrict broadcasting your vessels own data, while continuing to receive updates from surrounding traffic.  Silent Mode can be particularly useful when transiting waters where extra security is a concern, or even in competitive tournament scenarios when you might want to prevent other from finding out the location of the hot bite.  Normal AIS safety broadcasts can be easily reinstated with a few simple touches of the AIS controls in your Raymarine MFD, or with the flip of a switch for hardware-silenced systems. The AIS700 is super-compact for easy mounting inside your helm, in a service locker, or other out-of-the-way location. It can connect to your other onboard electronics using the latest NMEA2000 networking. AIS700 also has a built-in NMEA0183 multiplexer to assist in connecting it to older MFD’s and VHF radio systems. AIS700 also has a built-in USB 2.0 connection that can be used to tie the transceiver into a computer or laptop running AIS compatible navigation software. AIS700 has a Secure Digital (SD) memory slot that can be fitted with an owner-suppled flash memory card for continuous recording of the AIS data stream. Features: Full transmit and receive AIS for enhanced situational awareness and safety Latest SO-TDMA networking for longer range and faster performance Built-in antenna splitter simplifies installation with existing VHF radio antenna NMEA2000, NMEA0183, PC and SeaTalkng Compatible Software or hardware switchable Silent Mode for enhanced security when needed In the Box: AIS700 Class B AIS Transceiver with built-in VHF antenna splitter GNSS (GPS) Antenna, gasket and pole mount kit Power and data cable (2 meters) VHF Radio antenna interconnect cable (1 meter) DeviceNet to SeaTalk NG Cable (1 meter) Mounting Hardware Pro-AIS Programming Software CD-ROM Documentation kit

Sea Tow Services International formed the Sea Tow Boating Safety & Education Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring on-water safety for recreational boaters.   Sea Tow CEO Joe Frohnhoefer, in a statement, said most boating accidents and deaths can be attributed to people who have never taken a safety course. Under the direction of executive director Michelle Knox Zaloom, a two-time Olympic rower, the foundation will focus on programs that will reduce recreational boating accidents, fatalities and property damage. A board of directors also has been appointed.   The foundation will work in tandem with the Boater Education Steering Committee, which is committed to identifying a minimum level of boater education courses approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators that can be implemented on a national scale.   The committee was formed last September, and its key representatives come from the Coast Guard, NASBLA, the Marine Retailers Association of America, the National Marine Manufacturers Association, Brunswick Corp. and INAMAR Recreational Marine Insurance.

Ray91 Modular Dual-Station VHF Black Box Radio System with AIS The Ray91 modular VHF radio brings dual-station communications and traffic management to a whole new level of power, performance, and flexibility. The Ray91 is a black-box design with a transceiver that hides out of sight while the ergonomic RayMic handset and remote speaker provide full control of the radio with crystal clear audio. Features: Black box, dual-station capable VHF radio Built-in Automatic Identification System (AIS) Class B Receiver Wired handset and passive speaker included Expandable to 2 RayMic handsets Built-in loudhailer and fog signal generator Optional external GPS receiver and Class D Digital Selective Calling Simple NMEA2000 and NMEA0183 Networking The Ray91 is also equipped with an integrated Automatic Identification System (AIS) receiver. Us the Ray91 to receive navigation and safety broadcasts from nearby AIS-equipped vessels and share them over NMEA2000 or NMEA0183 with compatible MFDs. AIS equipped vessels can easily be identified along with their vessel name, course, speed, CPA, and other voyage information. Communications Powerhouse Ray91 is equipped with a powerful 25-watt transmitter and commercial grade electronics for long life and superior performance. Channel scanning, dual-watch, tri-watch and weather alert are standard. Class D Digital Selective Calling radio and integrated GPS makes setting up the advanced safety and calling features easy. Simply input your vessel’s MMSI number during setup and you’re ready to go. For GPS operation the optional GA150 passive GPS antenna is required. Position Tracking Use Ray91’s position tracking feature to keep tabs on up to 5 nearby DSC equipped vessels. Their positions are automatically shared with your Raymarine MFD. Keep an eye on other boats in your cruising party, monitor vessels of interest, or manage your local fleet. In Europe the Ray91 supports the ATIS system on navigable inland waterways. Loudhailer Ray91’s built-in loudhailer will make you heard on-deck and across the harbour. Connect an optional hailing horn and make your presence known with 30-watts of audio output, plus 2-way talkback. When things get foggy, the loudhailer can be set to automatically sound required fog signals for power and sailing vessels underway and at anchor. Waterproof & Ruggedized Ray91’s transceiver unit is cast in solid aluminum for shock and vibration resistance and maximum heat dissipation. RayMic handsets feature super-bright backlighting for easy viewing in all conditions and oversized keys provide a sure grip with easy access to commonly used functions. The Ray91 system includes 1 wired handset and a passive speaker kit. Expand your system with an additional wired station to keep you in communication from the tuna tower, flying bridge, helm, salon or even in staterooms! No matter how small or how large your vessel is, the Ray91 from Raymarine has all the power and performance you need for essential communications, safety and situational awareness on the water.

  CLR Marine May Safety Specials Save on all of your safety necessities with select products from VIKING, Mustang, Full Throttle, Kent , Onyx, ACR, Raymarine, Simrad, McMurdo, SI-TEX, Ocean Signal, B&G, Lowrance, Globalstar, Inmarsat, Iridium, Icom, Standard Horizon, Johnson Pump, Rule, Fireboy-Xintex, GME, ProMariner, PENTAX and Bushnell. *The May Safety Specials are valid May 1st until May 31st, 2016.  Closeout items are valid while supplies last.                    Specials     Rebates    Close Outs     Remanufactured

  CLR Marine May Safety Specials Save on all of your safety necessities with select products from VIKING, Mustang, Full Throttle, Kent , Onyx, ACR, Raymarine, Simrad, McMurdo, SI-TEX, Ocean Signal, B&G, Lowrance, Globalstar, Inmarsat, Iridium, Icom, Standard Horizon, Johnson Pump, Rule, Fireboy-Xintex, GME, ProMariner, PENTAX and Bushnell. *The May Safety Specials are valid May 1st until May 31st, 2016.  Closeout items are valid while supplies last.              Specials     Rebates    Close Outs     Remanufactured