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of the 2012 show here 

and the 2011 show here

Let everyone know you'd rather be sittin' on the dock!

 

 

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Monday
May282012

2013 MasterCraft XStar

The next generation is here. Watch wakeboarding's reigning "rat pack" take on MasterCraft's newest machine... the 4th generation XStar

And for those who missed it...here's the trailer

Since it's crazy unveil at Surf Expo, the 2013 XStar has been MasterCraft's unicorn with no Boat Show appearances since.  The XStar hit the water at the first stop of the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard tour in Georgia...bigger wake and and iconic style in tow!

Monday
May282012

Go-Float Doubles up for 2012

Last year we raved over the Go-Float SL1 as the ultimate sun lounger.  Since then Minnesota Based, electric boat manufacturer Go-Float has been hard at work growing its sales and dealer/distribution network, and has expanded to include 5 models with prices starting from $2000. 

Based in Hopkins, Go-Float boats garnered their some of their first brand exposure on and around Lake Minnetonka. Go-Float launched to provide environmentally friendly watercraft to boaters. It initially offered just two models. The $1,995 SL1 resonated with those who wanted a slower, more-relaxing experience on the water, while the $9,495 RX1 could reach speeds up to 20 mph and was capable of pulling a water skier. Full article here.

For this season,  Go-Float have upped the ante with the Fusion model. "After hitting the trade shows hard this spring, the new Fusion [2 seater] has become our most popular boat and is selling well." says, Jake Eichenberger, Manager of Market Development at Go-Float.  The all new FUSION is the perfect way for you and that special someone to hit the water with style and comfort. Enjoy 
the serenity of a quiet sunset cruise for two. Or, bring a friend along for the 
fun of visiting your favourite swimming hole, fishing spot, or neighbourhood dock-chat circuit. 
Whatever motivates your journey, the good times will be shared in relaxed luxury on the Go-Float FUSION. 

This generous sun lounger is loaded with signature Go-Float features like comfortable recumbent seating, single arm steering, push button controls and hours of electric cruising…everything a dynamic duo could want for an effortless excursion.

 When it comes time to lounge, we can't think of a more relaxing, and greener, way to 'go-float' yourself around the lake unless you pick up a paddle and work it, but that's an entirely different subject. For more info visit Go-Float here.

Friday
May112012

Ethanol-Free Gas Stations for Cottage Country

pure-gas.org is a site dedicated to one, simple task: to list the gas stations in the U.S. and Canada that serve ethanol-free gasoline. Many cars, motorcycles, boats, aircraft and tools have engines that run worse, or have parts that deteriorate, when run on gasoline that contains ethanol. In addition, ethanol leaves residue on valves and other parts that can hinder performance. 

Upload a station!
This site started in the summer of 2009, and always needs more station uploads! Please enter ethanol-free stations that you know about. Take a look at the update chart to see how many stations have been added (and removed) per month since this site started.

Download a POI file!
If you've got a GPS navigator, chances are you can load a CSV POI file into it. Dowload the POI CVS file and give it a try!

Download a KML file!
Or, if you like to play with Google Earth or other apps that use KML files, download the KML file.

Is there an iPhone app?
Yes, there is! Download it from the iTunes store.

For the Ontario List click here

In case you'e unfamiliar with the effects of Ethanol on you're watercraft here's some clips that will explain much better than we can....

Thursday
Apr262012

Cottage Life Television Returns To Air

Need to get your Cottage Fix on the tube?  Cottage Life Television returns to air this weekend after a 17 year hiatus.  The last series ran from 1991-1995.  Check out the teasers below to get a taste of what's to come.  Season 1 is airing April 29th, 9pm on the Travel + Escape channel:

Rogers CH 267
Bell ExpressVU CH 527
Cogeco Cable CH 167
Videotron CH 145
Shaw Direct CH 572 (Classic) or CH 224 (Advanced)
Telus CH 147
MTS CH 302
SaskTel CH 104
Access CH 191
Westman CH 175

Click to read more ...

Tuesday
Apr032012

Yamaha on the Water for 2012

From entry level WaveRunners all the way up to the 242 Limited S Sportboat, they've got you covered.  We did our best to get the scoop at the Toronto Boat Show.

More info here.