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A Tale of Two Cities Author Michael Lindley showcases the romantic past and present of Charlevoix, Michigan.

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Surf SUP Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP) is gaining momentum all across the country — including the Great Lakes.

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A Taste of Traverse City Sample the many sights, sounds and flavors this northern Michigan gem has to offer.

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from the helm August 2012 | Volume LXVI, No. 8

The Greatest Part of the Greatest Loop I recently returned from a cruise aboard a 34-foot Beneteau Swift Trawler. The folks at Beneteau coordinated the cruise as part of their Greatest Loop promotion, inviting boating writers from around the country to take a portion of the Great Loop, starting in Annapolis Maryland for points north, through the Trent-Severn Waterway in Trenton, Ontario, looping down to Florida and back up the Intracoastal Waterway to Maryland.

We were lucky enough to get the Trent-Severn portion. Although there isn’t a lot of high adventure on the Trent-Severn, long-time “loopers” will tell you it’s probably the most scenic part of the cruise.

I agree. It’s the last place the glaciers uncovered and has a clean, new look to it, with incredible flora and unforgettable rock formations.

The waterway is about 250 miles long, and you have to go through 44 locks. That sounds dreadfully tedious, but it most certainly is not.

The “lift locks” take very little time to get through and are interesting structures. Some look space age; some look like Daniel Boone might have helped construct them out of unfinished timber.

Secondly, the people you meet at the locks could not be friendlier or more helpful.

We got through the Trent-Severn in about five days, which includes a 36-hour delay due to backing into a deadhead suspended just below the surface and bending the prop.

Overall, the trip was exhilarating and served to remind me what I like best about running a boating magazine. And that would be boating.

Traverse City, Michigan is one of those great places that is tourist-friendly, but not touristy. It exemplifies what happens when civic leaders of a waterside town realize what a wonderful resource they have and do as much as possible to show it off, but keep its charm.

This issue, writer Brandy Wheeler penned a great story about Traverse City. I’ve been through TC

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several times by land and water. The 35-mile cruise down to the city from the mouth of Grand Traverse Bay takes you along rolling hills covered with vast cherry orchards and is well worth experiencing.

As Brandy’s story reveals, Traverse City has a long and storied history. Part of that history started in 2006, when the Traverse City Beach Bums, a professional baseball team not affiliated with any major league team, took to the field.

The Beach Bums are members of the 12-team Frontier League, and according to their website anyone with a couple years of college or pro baseball experience and who is younger than 27 has a chance to make the team. You pay $50 and can try out for the squad.

“I’ve been to just one game, and it was a blast,” says Jerry Dennis, Traverse City native and author of the must-read “The Living Great Lakes.”

Players stay with host families in town, one or two Beach Bums per family. For 99 cents you can even get the Beach Bums Trivia Game app.

Sample question: “Who was the starting pitcher in the very first Beach Bums game in 2006?”

I don’t think many sports trivia experts from outside TC would fare real well with that game.

Hope you’re doing plenty of boating this season and see you on the water!

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After many readers wrote in with requests to extend the deadline for our “Cruising Destinations Contest,” we’ve obliged and pushed the deadline back to September 1, 2012. You wanted more time to cruise and submit your stories and pictures, and we listened. We’re asking you to write in and tell us about your favorite Great Lakes cruising hotspots.

Where do you like to venture with your boat... and why?

In 400 words or less, we want to read about your all-time favorite cruising destination, and what it is about this place that keeps you coming back again and again (or why you’ll be planning another trip back there soon).

To enter, please submit write-ups, along with any high-resolution photos of your favorite cruising destination (at least 300 dpi, or 1 MB), via e-mail to staff@lakelandboating.com, or send a “snail mail” to: “Cruising Destinations Contest,” c/o Lakeland Boating, 727 S. Dearborn St., Suite 812, Chicago, IL 60605.

A winner will be announced in the November/

December 2012 issue of Lakeland Boating, and the winning write-up (and photos, if submitted) will be published. The grand prize is a Hovie Scout Paddleboard (pictured at left), with an adjustable paddle. First runner-up will receive the Marine 400 from Adventure Medical Kits. Second runner-up will receive Cleaner Cook’s protective barbecue mat.

Please include your full name, mailing address and e-mail address along with your contest submissions.

Good luck, and happy cruising!

Keepers Kudos My husband, Ken Mulder, and I are longtime subscribers to your magazine.

In the July 2011 issue you ran a nice article about Cheboygan, Michigan (“Small Town, Big Fun,” pages 49-55). On page 50, your article mentions the Cheboygan Crib Light and the Cheboygan River Front Range Light, but you do not give credit to the Great Lakes Lighthouse Keepers Association (GLLKA) for restoration and operation of these lights to make them open to the public. — Dianne Taeckens LB: Dianne, you are absolutely right. In the article, we should have made mention of GLLKA and the fine work those folks do keeping the region’s lighthouses operational and accessible to all. Their omission was most certainly an oversight on our part.

We did some digging on the GLLKA website, and it turns out GLLKA has an ongoing understanding with the City of Cheboygan, serving as keepers of both the Cheboygan Crib Light and the Cheboygan River Front Range Light. Many updates and repairs have been made to each thanks to the funding efforts of this group. The hardworking individuals at GLLKA maintain these lights (and many others) year-round for all area visitors and residents to enjoy. They also arrange and host lighthouse excursions throughout the Great Lakes.

For more information about the association and its work maintaining and preserving Great Lakes lighthouses, or to become a GLLKA member, visit gllka.com.

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calendar JULY 27 – AUGUST 5 Coast Guard Festival

Grand Haven, MI coastguardfest.org

JULY 31 – AUGUST 5 Traverse City Film Festival

Traverse City, MI traversecityfilmfest.org AUGUST 1 – 5 Door County Fair

Sturgeon Bay, WI doorcounty.org/fair AUGUST 2 – 4 Harbor Days

Rome, NY romerotaryny.org/canal Harbor Days Celebration & Boat Show

Winthrop Harbor, IL 847-847-0292, ext. 1084 Sail Regatta

Put-in-Bay, OH i-lya.org Summer Slam Fishing Tourney

Erie, PA epsfa.com

AUGUST 4 – 11 Cheboygan County Fair

Cheboygan, MI cheboyganfair.com

AUGUST 4, 12, 18 & 25 Lighthouse Tours

DeTour Village, MI drlps.com AUGUST 5 Make-A-Wish Swim Benefit

Kelleys Island, OH kelleysisland.com

AUGUST 4 – 6 Scandinavian Festival

Elk Rapids, MI elkrapidschamber.org

AUGUST 3 – 6

AUGUST 2 – 5

Port Colborne, ON canaldays.ca

AUGUST 5 – 7

Detroit, MI commanderclub.com

AUGUST 3 – 26 (WEEKENDS)

Beaver Island, MI walstrom.com

AUGUST 3 – 4

DeTour Village, MI drlps.com

Chris-Craft Commander Rendezvous

Madison Area Antique & Classic Boat Show

Madison, WI glacbs.org

AUGUST 3 – 5 Don’t miss the Bay Harbor Arts Festival August 4-5 in Bay Harbor, Michigan.

Canal Fest

Antique Boat Show & Auction

Clayton, NY abm.org

Canal Days Marine Heritage Festival

Lightkeeper Program

AUGUST 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 Bay Harbor Open Air Markets

Bay Harbor, MI villageatbayharbor.com AUGUST 4

Bayside Music Festival

St. Ignace, MI stignace.com

Boats on the Boardwalk

Traverse City, MI wwcacbs.com

Washington Island, WI 920-847-2179 Walstrom Marine Annual Summer Cruise

AUGUST 7 Mackinaw City Antique Show

Mackinaw City, MI 231-436-5504

AUGUST 9 – 11 White Lake Area Maritime Fest

Whitehall, MI whitelake.org

AUGUST 9 – 12 National Blueberry Festival

South Haven, MI southhaven.org

AUGUST 10 – 11 Port Sanilac Antique Boat Show

Mackinaw Area Historic Festival

Mackinaw City, MI mackinawhistory.org AUGUST 4 – 5

Bay Harbor Arts Festival

Bay Harbor, MI villlageatbayharbor.com

Port Sanilac, MI portsanilac.net

Toast of Ohio Wine Festival

Sandusky, OH sanduskymaritime.org AUGUST 10 – 12

Grand Marais Music & Arts Fest Classic & Wooden Boat Show & Festival

Sturgeon Bay, WI dcmm.org

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Grand Marais, MI grandmaraismichigan.com Orillia Waterfront Festival

Orillia, ON orillia.com

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Pelee Island, ON peleefest.com AUGUST 10 – 19 Bill Johnston’s Pirate Days

Alexandria Bay, NY alexbay.org AUGUST 11

Charlevoix Waterfront Art Fair

Charlevoix, MI charlevoixwaterfrontartfair.org

AUGUST 17 – 19 All Classics Weekend

Huron, OH lboa.net

Classic Boat Regatta

Buckeye Lake, OH buckeyelakeyc.com

Festival on the Bay

Petoskey, MI petoskeyfestival.com Hastings Waterfront Festival

Door County Festival of the Arts

Sister Bay, WI doorcountyfestivalofthearts.com Les Cheneaux Islands Antique Wooden Boat Show

Hessel, MI lchistorical.org

Hastings, ON hastingsfestival.ca

AUGUST 23 – 26

Ladies of the Lake Women’s Kayak Symposium

Michigan City, IN michigancityboatshow.com

Grand Marais, MI grandmaraismichigan.com

Sturgeon Bay Offshore Challenge Ottawa International Antique & Classic Boat Show

Manotick, ON manotickclassicboatclub.ca

Sturgeon Bay, WI sturgeonbayoffshorechallenge.com AUGUST 18 Lake Erie Solo Challenge

West Fest

Sturgeon Bay, WI sturgeonbay.net AUGUST 13 – 20 Chicago Navy Week

Chicago, IL navyweek.org

AUGUST 15 Paul Bunyan Fest

Eagle River, WI wistravel.com

AUGUST 15 – 19 Venetian Festival

Lake Geneva, WI wistravel.com

AUGUST 16 – 19 Antique Raceboat Regatta

Clayton, NY abm.org

AUGUST 17 – 18 Bay Harbor High Stakes Salmon Shootout

Bay Harbor, MI villlageatbayharbor.com

Monroe, MI solosailor.org

Pewaukee Antique & Classic Boat Show & Art Fair

Pewaukee, WI glacbs.org

Pig Roast/Luau

Middle Bass Island, OH jfwalleyes.net VanderLeek Cup Hospice Regatta

Holland, MI vanderleekcup.com

Washington Island Fair

Washington Island, WI washingtonislandchamber.com AUGUST 18 – 19 Chicago Air & Water Show

Chicago, IL chicagoairandwatershow.us AUGUST 22 – 24 Family Boat Building Class

South Haven, MI michiganmaritimemuseum.org

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Michigan City In-Water Boat Show

South Haven, Michigan makes way for the 49th Annual National Blueberry Festival August 9-12.

AUGUST 24 – 25 Traverse City Summer Microbrew & Music Festival

Traverse City, MI porterhouseproductions.com AUGUST 24 – 26

Port Credit In-Water Boat Show

Mississauga, ON portcreditboatshow.ca

TugFest Georgian Bay

Midland, ON tugfestgeorgianbay.com AUGUST 25 Outboard Motor Swap Meet

South Haven, MI michiganmaritimemuseum.com Wooden Boat Show

Pentwater, MI pentwater.org

AUGUST 25 – 26 Mackinaw City Arts & Crafts Show

Mackinaw City, MI mackinawcity.com

Toledo Antique & Classic Boat Show

Toledo, OH toledoboatshow.com AUGUST 28

Lake George Rendezvous

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Operation Summaries From the 9th District U.S. Coast Guard.

04/19 Fishing Vessel Grounded St. Marys River A USCG boatcrew assisted two people who were aboard a 48-foot commercial fishing vessel that ran aground near the north side of Neebish Island on the St. Marys River. There were no injuries, and the vessel does not pose a hazard to maritime navigation. Names of the crewmembers are not being released. Watchstanders in the command center at USCG Sector Sault St. Marie, Michigan were contacted on VHF-FM marine radio at 04:38 by a crewmember who stated the vessel had run aground. The fishing vessel crew stayed aboard and kept in radio contact with USCG as a Station Sault Ste. Marie rescue boatcrew launched aboard a 45-foot Response Boat-Medium (RB-M). When the RB-M crew was unable to get on scene due to shallow water, they launched aboard the station’s 25-foot Response Boat-Small (RB-S), arriving on scene at 08:02. The boatcrew confirmed the vessel was not taking on water and there were no injuries. A Sector Sault Ste. Marie pollution responder was also aboard and confirmed there was no pollution as a result of the grounding. The station boatcrew brought both people back to shore at 09:53, releasing them in good health. The vessel owners are currently coordinating commercial salvage. case pends Small boats moor up at USCG’s Maritime Security Incident Command Post near Chicago’s Navy Pier in preparation for security operations for the NATO Summit held May 20-21.

USCG partnered with other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to patrol the Chicago River and parts of Lake Michigan.

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04/16 Three Rescued From Sinking Vessel Lake Erie Rescue crews from USCG stations Marblehead and Toledo, Ohio rescued three people aboard an 18-foot pleasurecraft that was taking on water in Lake Erie near West Sister Island. All three people aboard were wearing life jackets. Their names and ages are not being released. Watchstanders at USCG Sector Detroit received a distress call transmitted over VHF-FM radio channel 16 at about 10:00. A USCG Air Station Detroit helicopter crew aboard an MH-65C Dolphin rescue helicopter was already in flight and diverted to assist. The crew from Station Toledo launched aboard a 41-foot Utility Boat (UTB), and the crew from Station Marblehead was already underway aboard a 33-foot Law Enforcement Special Purpose Craft (SPC-LE) with a de-watering pump. The boatcrew from Station Marblehead embarked all three passengers onto the 33-foot SPC-LE, then transferred them to the 41-foot UTB. The cause of the flooding is unknown. A commercial salvage company towed the vessel to Cooley’s Canal. case closed

04/22 Four Rescued From Sinking Vessel Lake St. Clair USCG rescued four people after the recreational boat they were aboard began taking on water in Lake St. Clair about a half mile off East 11 Mile Road in St. Clair Shores, Michigan. The vessel’s operator used a cell phone to call 911 about 12:30, reporting that engine failure caused waves to overcome the vessel, completely submerging the boat’s stern. A boatcrew from USCG Station St. Clair Shores immediately launched aboard a 33-foot SPC-LE and arrived on scene 10 minutes later. USCG brought all four people aboard the SPC-LE, placed the recreational vessel in tow and brought it and the boaters to the Lac Sainte Claire Ramp in St. Clair Shores. One of the boaters was showing signs of mild hypothermia but declined medical treatment.

No other injuries were reported. The USCG boatcrew also reported only one of the boaters was able to don a life jacket after the boat began taking on water because the other three life jackets on board the vessel were floating away as a result of the flooding. case closed PHOTO BY USCG PO ALAN HARAF

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Boat Biz

News from around the industry.

The Save Our South Channel Lights organization (SOSCL) is inviting the public to see the lighting of the lighthouse on Harsens Island near Algonac, Michigan for the first time in more than 100 years Tuesday, August 7. The “Light the Night” event features an evening cruise, silent auction, raffle and snacks. For cruise tickets and more information, visit soschannellights.org.

Sportsman’s Inn Resort and Marina on George Island at Killarney, Ontario recently opened the Island Spa, offering pedicures, manicures and massages.

For more information, visit sportsmansinn.ca or call 877-333-7510.

The Great Lakes Commission, based in Ann Arbor, Michigan now offers the myBeachCast app for Smartphones, delivering real-time information on water quality, weather and water conditions of Great Lakes and inland lake beaches. Funded by the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, the app was designed for the Android platform by LimnoTech, a water resources and engineering company, also located in Ann Arbor.

To download, go to beachcast.glin.net.

Stingray Boats of Hartsville, South Carolina recently added Makin’ Waves Marine in Bancroft, Ontario as a new dealer of the company’s line of pleasure boats. Makin’ Waves Marine is a full-service facility helping customers with everything from family leisure to pro fishing. New this year is bait and fishing gear. In-house financing is available for new and used boats. The dealership prides itself on no-stress boat repair service, offering free pickup and delivery of boats. For more information, visit makinwavesmarine.com or call 613-332-3777.

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scuttlebutt AFTICA I have been boating for the past seven years and have always been a “lot of toys” kind of guy. When I bought my first boat, I named her Aftica, which stands for “Another Freaking Toy I Can’t Afford.” Aftica resides on Lake Erie’s Catawba Island.

—Jason Hellinger, Catawba Island, OH Feline Crewmember: KATIE LYNN We introduced Katie Lynn to the great life of boating 10 years ago, when she was just a baby. She enjoys opportunities to explore other boats, hide in unexpected places like cupboards, or just hang with us on the back of the swim platform.

Katie has boated all over. She took a trip with us to Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands, and has even traveled from Stillwater, Minnesota to Lansing, Iowa for our honeymoon voyage.

She loves the boat, but would rather not swim!

— Kyle & Krista Kielty

LOW BUDGET Low Budget is a 1953 14-foot aluminum AeroCraft Runabout. It was sitting in a parking lot in Ludington, Michigan after spending much of its life in a barn. The price was $700, including a trailer. We are Ray Davies/Kinks fans and also love the song, so this name was a natural fit. We live on the Fox River in Barrington, Illinois and everyone loves to see Low Budget out and about. She can run all day on a few gallons of gas, in keeping with her name.

—Joann Davis, Barrington, IL

STEAL AWAY This is our tenth season on this boat. We could never agree on a name until now. The boat went nameless for the first nine seasons, and now we finally have one picked out! We named the boat Steal Away because we love to “steal away” on the boat for weekends. Our boat reminds us of the hit song “Steal Away” by Robbie Dupree in 1980. We dock the boat at Wheeler Landing Yacht Club in Bay City, Michigan. It’s the third boat we’ve docked here over the last 20 years.

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SIREN MARINE Pixie & Sprite Tracking Monitor and track your boat with Siren Marine’s GPS anti-theft technology. The Pixie monitors position, bilge water and battery levels, and temperature. It can also detect unauthorized entry, pump run times, low oil pressure, and turn on/off external devices or lights. Query the built-in GPS to see your boat’s position. It is controlled exclusively through text messages, with no third-party service fee. You can even shut the boat down if it’s stolen and running. Pixie’s sister product, Sprite, has all the same functionality but also features 9 feet of external temperature probe, a shore power sensor and two pigtails for 12V accessory monitoring. Pixie retails for $499; Sprite is $599. SIRENMARINE.COM

AUTOTETHER Wireless Alarm Autotether’s wireless lanyard can track the skipper’s whereabouts — and the whereabouts of up to three passengers — and act as a kill switch. It clips into the ignition and works via a transmitter that sends radio waves to a receiver. If the boat operator falls overboard, the engine stops and an alarm sounds. The system is powered by AAA batteries, which provide around 100 hours of service. The kit includes one ignition switch clip, belt clips, one transmitter, two personal sensors and AAA batteries. It retails for $299; additional sensors are $69 each. AUTOTETHER.COM

MARAMAPS Custom Tables Need a gift for the boater in your life? Check out these custom tables by MaraMAPS. Each has an embedded chart you can choose from listed locations, or for an additional $25 tell them which public domain chart — or section of a chart — you’d like highlighted. Specify a color that matches your personal décor and request graphic additions such as your home location, name, local landmarks or a picture of your boat. You can order round (24") or rectangular (24" x 16") tables with wood or PVC legs that fold or are rigid, in white or natural wood color. Tables range in price from $125 to $350. MARAMAPS.COM

YACHT INNOVATIONS Fender Hooks If you have guests who aren’t used to tying knots or you don’t want to stoop down to attach a fender, consider this clever solution by Yacht Innovations. Fender hooks hang from your railing and feature a line guide at the bottom and a heavy duty cam cleat on top. Hooks are available in vinyl or powder coated finishes and are a breeze to slip onto rails from 1" up to 2 ¼" in diameter. Prices range from $109 to $155. YACHTINNOVATIONS.COM

RULE AquaCharge Pump The AquaCharge portable pump by Rule can help you move water on your boat or at home without bailing. This submersible, rechargeable, 12V pump weighs only 3.6 lbs. and measures approximately 10" x 4" x 13." It can pump 50 gallons of water out of a kayak or dinghy in about 10 minutes and is easily operated with one hand. It has a removable filter for easy cleaning. The AquaCharge can move up to 200 gallons (about 40 minutes of continuous operation) on a single charge and can be repowered via 110V or 12V. The AquaCharge comes with 8 feet of garden hose. It retails for $79. AQUACHARGEPUMP.COM

ZUZANA PROCHAZKA is a U.S. Coast Guard 100 Ton Master with 20 years boating experience.

Her work has appeared in numerous national boating magazines, and she authors a popular gear and boat review blog, TalkOfTheDock.com.

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electronics

Let There Be Light

Laser-powered rescue locators make their way to market. BY ROG E R M

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ccidents happen. And when they do, sometimes they help unpack larger, more complicated issues that beg for debate.

Such was the case recently, when a pyrotechnical locator flare accidentally discharged on board an acquaintance’s boat. Following the incident came general discussion about flare safety. That, in turn, led to a conversation about regulatory flare requirements and growing marine regulations enforcement. And that dialogue eventually unearthed talk about the new laser “rescue locators” currently making their way into the marine market.

These new devices are often referred to as laser “flares,” although they aren’t really flares at all. They can, however, perform the same function in helping locate mariners in distress.

Pyro vs. Laser The purpose of most safety flares is to provide an attention-grabbing light enabling searchers to find the person being sought. A traditional pyrotechnical flare used in the marine field produces light for between one and three minutes. Regular roadside “accident” flares may burn up to an hour, depending on their construction.

A laser flare will emit light for up to 72 hours, depending on the type of battery used.

The pyro flare must be replaced at regular intervals, every four or five years in some jurisdictions, and they must be disposed of as “dangerous goods.” In some jurisdictions, boaters could drop off old flares at local U.S. Coast Guard stations; but that practice is coming to an end. Soon, old flares will likely require disposal at commercial disposal depots.

Laser flare shelf life is limited only by the shelf life of the battery contained inside.

Above right: The pyro flare (left) burns out, but the laser flare burns on. Above left: Green laser flares are said to have a longer range than red. Left: Laser flares send out a fan-shaped beam that can be seen for up to 30 miles at night, or 5 miles in daylight.

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Most lasers flares use either the CR123 Lithium or AA standard, so replacement batteries are readily available.

There’s no shelf life on the flare itself.

Laser flares are not like the laser pointers most folks have a relative familiarity with. Traditional laser pointers focus the laser beam as a single point. In contrast, laser flares send out a fan-shaped beam that can be seen for up to 30 miles at night, or up to 5 miles in daylight (distances depending on color; green laser flares have a longer range than red).

Using Laser Flares Anyone using a laser locator flare need only move it back and forth horizontally and searchers will see a flash of color each time the fan of light passes in front of their eyes. They can then follow the light to its source.

While no laser flares currently on the market are Coast Guard approved in place of pyro flares, the U.S. Coast Guard Research and Development Center (RDC) is conducting research to identify technologies “...that are a suitable alternative to current requirements for pyrotechnic VDSDs as the final link in distress alerting and locating.” Source: U.S. Coast Guard memo HSGC32-11-1-R0007

Clearly, even USCG recognizes problems related to pyro flares and is looking for viable, safer alternatives.

Alaskan company Greatland Laser, which produces its laser flares in the U.S., says it sold 32,000 rescue flares to various outdoorsmen around the world. The flares vary in price from $89.95 to $189.95 and can be ordered online. They’re also available at many marine retailers. A four-pack of regular pyro handheld flares costs between $30 and $50.

Luckily, the accidental flare discharge referenced above merely scorched some paneling. But it could have been worse. After all, accidents happen.

ROGER MCAFEE has been boating for more

than 60 years. A former journalist and lawyer, he contributes regularly to many of North America’s top marine magazines. As a member of Boating Writer’s International, McAfee has served as a judge on the Innovation Awards committee at both IBEX and the Miami International Boat Show.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF GREATLAND LASER

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A Shore Bet

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Guarantee safe and reliable AC shore power. BY CAPT . FRAN K LAN I E R

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ith the increased demand to have all the electrically powered comforts of home on board, it should come as no surprise to boaters that most AC electrical fires involve overheated shore power cords, plugs and receptacles. Let’s take a look at how to make sure your AC shore power system remains both safe and reliable.

Barring improper use or some owner-induced MacGyverism gone bad (jury-rigged adaptors, botched plug installations, etc.), overheating and corrosion are the primary causes of shore power system problems.

Loose or corroded connections generate heat and the potential for fire, a problem especially prevalent among vessels that continually run high energy loads, such as water heaters and air conditioning units.

Inspection tips Start by turning off your boat’s main AC breaker, then the shore pedestal breaker. Next, unplug the shore power cord at both ends and verify all other sources of power (generators, DC to AC inverters, etc.) are turned off and their respective breakers placed in the “off” position.

Inspect the power cord for chafe, cracks, split insulation or electrical tape repairs, any of which are grounds for replacement. Plugs and inlets (both at the boat and dock) should be checked each time you disconnect shore power (prior to getting underway, for example) or monthly at a minimum. Look for discoloration (an indication of overheating) or corrosion on or around pins and plug inlets.

Another good practice is checking the “feel” of the connection when plugging in. Those that feel loose or don’t seem to make firm mechanical contact likely won’t provide good electrical contact, either. Avoid using worn or damaged pedestal plugs and report them to marina personnel immediately.

Repairs While repair of a faulty shore pedestal outlet is typically the responsibility of the marina, replacing a shore cord plug, connector or boat inlet is within the ability of most boat owners, although it’s always a good idea to have your work inspected by a competent, ABYCcertified marine electrician. The important thing is to carefully follow all wiring diagrams and instructions.

When replacing a plug or connector be sure to inspect the wire ends for charring or oxidation; if conductors are PHOTOS BY CAPT. FRANK LANIER

Classic example of a MacGyverism gone bad.

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discolored or damaged, cut them back until you reach clean copper wire to make the connection.

A pound of prevention In addition to regular inspections, keep your plugs and connectors dry and corrosion free to head off potential problems. If a plug is accidentally dropped in the water, secure power to the cord immediately, allow the connector to dry thoroughly, then spray it with a good marine-grade contact cleaner/preservative to help prevent corrosion.

Avoid storing cords in non-weatherproof lockers (where water can pool), cockpits or other open areas where exposure to rain or spray can promote corrosion.

Storage bags (available through most marine retailers) are an excellent investment in this regard; they keep cords and adaptors readily accessible while protecting them from dirt and moisture.

Securing your power cord at the dock power pedestal with a small length of line provides strain relief and helps prevent the plug from coming loose. You’ll also want to provide support to the rest of the cord so it doesn’t hang in the water or generate undue strain at the boat’s receptacle (securely tightening the retaining ring where it plugs into the vessel will help considerably).

Finally, it’s good practice to keep a can of electrical contact cleaner and a small brush (an old toothbrush works fine) in your tool kit for use in cleaning contacts, both at your home dock and while traveling to different marinas.

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1: A burnt receptacle (inlet to the boat). The burnt one is obvious, but if you look closely you can also see some browning of the plug at the base of the pin to the right. This browning indicates heat due to excessive resistance. It should be taken as a warning sign that trouble is brewing; the plug needs to be opened and inspected. 2: A good example of a burnt female plug (note two of the receptacles are damaged). 3: Another charred female plug. 4: A charred male plug. 5: A group of charred shore tie plugs. All were found on the same vessel.

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Azure 258 Bow Rider

Exemplifying the sporty side of the KCS family.

Specifications LOA: 25' Beam: 8'6" Weight (dry): 5,150 lbs.

Fuel Capacity: 68 gals.

Power: MerCruiser 350 Mag Bravo 3 Base Price: Contact dealer

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ompletely made in Wisconsin by a parent company known for high quality cruisers, Azure Sport Boats’ new 258 Bow Rider is ready for big lake fun, while still trailerable to different waters and ports.

The first 258 rolled off the Azure line in Oconto, Wisconsin in May, the first production boat since KCS International Inc. announced it acquired the pleasureboat brand back in February. Azure joins Cruisers Yachts and Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts under the KCS umbrella; each impressive, well-made vessels.

Originally located in South Carolina, the production of Azure boats moved to the KCS base in Oconto and is expected to create 170 jobs over the next couple of years.

The 258 Bow Rider fits toward the middle of the planned Azure offerings, which start with a 23-foot, 8-inch model and include 27- and 29-foot models as well. Also in the Azure lineup are sport decks, cruisers and cuddies, with a total of 10 models expected to be complete by the end of July.

If the 258 is an example of what’s to come, Great Lakes boaters will certainly find things to like about these boats.

The 258 comes standard with a MerCruiser 350 Mag Bravo 3 sterndrive, built in the Mercury Marine plant in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin — meaning the boat is 100 percent assembled in The Badger State.

The 258 features a 12-gallon freshwater tank for its transom stainless steel shower. After a day on the boat you can rinse off back at the harbor for in-port shopping.

A port-side head with a portlight provides comfort and a place to change, too.

Other amenities for day cruisers include a rear sun

deck that’s adjustable three ways. Want to keep this boat in a slip? Two bilge pumps automatically drain rainwater. A nice touch absent from many pleasure boats is the non-skid cockpit sole with overboard drains. This arrangement makes it a breeze to rinse the deck clean and help keep the boat shipshape.

For enjoying the day, listen to your tunes by plugging your iPod into the boat’s holder, and keep beverages handy in an integrated 48-quart cooler. Stainless steel cup holders that drain outside of storage compartments are positioned where the crew needs them. The driver will like the option of flipping up the bolster so he or she can stand and lean while navigating, too.

It seems obvious other little design elements were incorporated into the 258 by people who actually boat.

For example, the engine compartment has its own task light. A battery disconnect switch is standard. A locker in the cockpit is set aside specifically for dock and anchor lines. The canvas top comes standard (sometimes getting out of the sun on a hot day is a real joy), as are the bow and cockpit covers. To extend your boating day into evening, the boat is equipped with halogen docking lights.

The 258 is also ready to provide some fun for those behind it on skis or wakeboards.

This is a solid boat, built for fun. Our advice: Sea trial one at your local dealer.

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Grady-White 285 Freedom

Classic lines and super versatility.

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hree things you can always depend on with a Grady-White boat: It’s built like a tank. It takes outboards. It will make a really nice fishing boat.

Well, the new open bow 285 Freedom, a 28-foot, dual console designed for twin outboards, also makes an excellent all-around family boat. And most anglers will really like some of the accommodations for comfort, too.

For instance, say you want to take the kids trolling and have your son and three of his friends along. You can have all four youngsters sit comfortably in the padded bow area while you and your mate set lines.

One of the things we really like about this new Grady is how it’s a fishing boat with some niceties that make it a wonderful ride for non-fishing purposes — not a pleasure boat that added a couple of things to make it easier to fish out of.

For instance, the boat has two fish wells for keeping the catch cold — both insulated against the summer sun. One is 135 quarts and under the starboard bow seat, and there’s a 185-quart box in the transom bulkhead. A 32-gallon livewell is on the port side of the transom for taking along live bait or keeping the catch alive. Four gimbal-mount rod holders are along the gunwale, two on each side of the cockpit, ready to accept removable rod holder track systems from a manufacturer such as Traxstech. You can stow three extra rods in a rack inside the port console, which also encloses a head with a portable marine toilet. Three more rods stow under the starboard gunwale. Anchoring for perch fishing is easy with an anchor roller in the bow that includes a

Specifications LOA: 28' Beam: 9'6" Draft (hull): 20" Weight (w/o outboards): 5,980 lbs.

Fuel Capacity: 218 gals.

Maximum HP: 600

stainless steel strike plate to protect the gelcoat. Open the hatch to find a stainless steel windlass.

While all passengers who covet some shade will appreciate the hardtop, it also serves well for suspending an array of electronic display units.

Families who enjoy competing in salmon tournaments will like this boat. Not only does it have a nice open fighting cockpit, but it’s fast — faster than most of the traditional competition that fishes out of pokier inboards.

Grady-White performance data was accumulated with twin Yamaha F-250 four-strokes and the big Yamaha F-300 four-stroke outboards. The data shows a top speed of about 51 mph with the 250s and 56 mph with the 300s. Both sets of outboards delivered excellent mileage at cruising speeds: The F-250s got 1.92 mpg cruising at 24.5 mph while turning 3000 RPM. The big 300s got 1.93 mpg cruising at 28.8 mph also cranking 3000 RPM. The boat’s fine ride and stingy fuel consumption is partially the result of the company’s well-liked and innovative SeaV2 hull, which, with the deck liner, is 100 percent hand-laid fiberglass.

This is a big-feeling boat, capable of delivering big family fun. Check it out at a Grady-White dealer near you.

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Marquis 630 Sport Yacht

Enjoy high seas adventure in the lap of luxury.

Specifications LOA (w/platform & bow rail): 65'8" Beam (w/gunnel molding): 17'2" Draft (w/fuel & water): 4'6" Weight (dry): 71,500 lbs.

Fuel Capacity: 1,030 gals.

Water Capacity: 255 gals.

Base Price: Contact dealer

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arquis has unveiled the 630 Sport Yacht, which boasts a design pedigree from the creative minds of the Nuvolari-Lenard design team.

Longtime yacht designers Nuvolari-Lenard like to use real leather, stone and beautifully finished wood in its designs, aiming for “simple elegance,” according to the firm’s Carlo Nuvolari.

“The yacht has a high level of engineering, and we want the interior to reflect these positive characteristics.

We are introducing a concept of ‘simple elegance.’

This simplicity is linked to comfort. The quality of the craftsmanship must be high because there is no point to creating a beautiful concept and then not executing it.”

The company, based in Pulaski, Wisconsin, says this new 63-footer demonstrates ultra premium execution when it comes to quality. Looking at the distinctive profile, there’s no doubt it’s a Marquis. Under the exterior beauty, Marquis touts the craftsmanship and joinery as the finest found in any yacht, regardless of size, and adds that materials selected to craft the interior and exterior features are supreme.

The hull form was designed specifically for the 630 Marquis to optimize performance. You can see an example of this performance by viewing an outstanding video on the company’s website, marquisyachts.com. If you don’t want to sea trial one after watching the 630’s video, you better check and see if you have a pulse. Sport yacht performance is provided by perfectly matched twin diesel engines coupled to joystick-activated pod drives.

Entertaining is made simple with this forward-thinking design, which features an integrated lower helm station, galley, salon, cockpit and swim deck. You can walk from

area to area unimpeded by restrictive bulkhead doors, multiple steps or narrow hallways. The yacht’s cockpit and swim deck bring you closer to the water, too. Marquis says the yacht’s bridge “is an elegant environment in which to command the vessel and witness gorgeous seascapes.”

No doubt. The new Marquis 630 delivers a high level of quality, prestige, reliability and hospitality to its owners and those fortunate to be invited onboard.

The yacht’s sleeping accommodations include a master stateroom, VIP stateroom and a guest stateroom, all with their own heads. Crew quarters and a crew head are optional.

Marquis’ corporate headquarters and yacht yard are located just a few miles from the Bay of Green Bay on Lake Michigan, where generations of skilled craftsmen have been building some of the world’s most recognizable yachts and ships since the early 1800s. Each Marquis is hand-built by a team of experienced yacht builders and technicians, Marquis says, pointing out that instead of outsourcing the design and installation of electrical and plumbing systems, cabinetry, upholstery and other critical components, the company builds nearly every subcomponent and critical system.

Combining superb, proven design with excellent construction and experienced craftsmanship produces a yacht capable of cruising the world — or staying right at home, exploring the Great Lakes. The Marquis 630 Sport Yacht belongs on your list of yachts to sea trial.

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Princess Yachts V39 Now life begins before 40.

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hoever came up with the headline in the full-page ad for the new Princess V39 is a copywriting genius. It simply states “Now life begins before 40,” and shows a sort-of spectral image of the V39, with a link to the company’s website.

Fast, agile and spacious, the V39 is a stunning return to the under-40 size range for Princess and a compact sports cruiser. Princess is well known for high-quality yachts, but until the company launched the V39 this year, it hadn’t made a boat shorter than 40 feet in about a decade. This one looks to deliver a spectacular yachting experience in a smaller package — yet without compromising the “pleasure” part of pleasure boating.

Consider: The V39 has a spacious front cabin, as well as a comfortable cabin aft. The forward cabin features an en-suite head with secondary access to the salon, whilst the aft cabin can be fitted with optional sliding berths to provide easy conversion to a double berth.

The V39, built in the United Kingdom, provides a sociable cockpit with generous seating and wet bar, which includes a sink, top-loading cool box and an optional electric barbecue.

Food preparation can be done with the combo microwave/ conventional oven/grill. And your larder can include some of those “difficult to find at sea” items, as the refrigerator features a deep freeze compartment.

The contemporary styled lower accommodation features a spacious salon with U-shaped dining area, which can be converted into a double bed if additional space is required.

A big-yacht feature on the V39 is the teak transom platform, which is large enough to accommodate a tender. Don’t use a tender much and want it out of the way? Deflate the dinghy and stow it in the transom locker

Specifications LOA (incl. pulpit): 42'6" Hull (excl. swim platform): 39'3" Beam: 12'5" Draft (drives raised): 1'10" Draft (drives lowered): 3’4” Displacement (approx.): 20,062 lbs.

together with the outboard. Swimmers will appreciate the hot shower available at the transom.

Another nice touch are the standard electro-hydraulic trim tabs that mesh with the unique hull design and six-cylinder, high-performance engines. Power is a pair of Volvo D6-330 DP diesel engines, cranking out 330 horsepower each and able to get the boat running at 38 knots. The engines allow rapid transition onto plane and a wide range of efficient cruising speeds — not to mention exceptional performance. Dynamic and agile handling at speed combines with ease of maneuverability when docking, made all the easier with the V-P Duo Prop outdrives.

The pilot who has all this power at his or her fingertips will find the helm a comfy place, too, starting with a double helm seat that allows sitting or standing while steering. Steering, by the way, is designed to be simple, assisted by hydraulics. The skipper will find an adjustable steering wheel and won’t be sightless in rain thanks to twin, two-speed windscreen wipers. Other nice things here include a high-speed compass, chart table, sonar sounder with alarm, remote control anchor winch and bilge pump controls with visual “pump running” warnings.

This is truly an elegant, well-thought-out, smaller yacht, chock full of big-yacht features.

Fuel Capacity: 185 gals.

Water Capacity: 73 gals.

Base Power: T-Volvo Penta D6-330 Midwest Dealers Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales 866-490-5297 jbys.com Spring Brook Marina 815-357-8666 springbrookmarina.com princessyachts.com

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IT’S ALL IN THE FAMILY.

24 FASDECK RX

n the 1970s, the television show “All In The Family” changed the situation comedy genre forever. Filmed in front of a live studio audience, the sit-com featured two generations with two different lifestyles living under the same roof. How they managed was the premise of the comedy, and the commentary of the times.

The Regal 24 FasDeck RX is a sport deck engineered from keel to sport tower to suit the needs and desires of even the most discerning family member. Much like the groundbreaking sit-com, the 24 FasDeck is attempting to shatter all preconceived notions of what a recreational boat can deliver.

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BY MARK KELLUM

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Other boatbuilders have attempted to engineer models that promise tow-sport capabilities combined with family friendly features. But when boats are designed to serve more than one function, they exhibit average performance across the assigned spectrum, yet fail to excel at any one particular task.

My first clue Regal succeeded where others have failed is recognizing that Regal is a family-owned and -operated company, established in Orlando, Florida in 1969.

With the third generation now working for the company, one would think they understand a thing or two about boat dynamics and what really matters to boaters.

Another clue: Regal President and CEO Duane Kuck, his wife, Cindy, and their five children represent two of those three generations. They frequently boat together as a family and enjoy different boating activities.

So the question remained: Could a boat be designed to perform well as a tow-sport boat and a family-friendly recreational deck boat all at the same time?

“The Regal 24 FasDeck RX was developed for a family that does not want to spend the type of money it takes to own a highly specialized boat, and then not be able to enjoy simple recreational boating activities,” explained Frank Steober, Regal’s fleet captain. “Ski-boats and wake-boats are expensive, and they cannot be trimmed or maneuvered well at slow speeds. The 24 FasDeck RX has all the features you’d expect from a high-end runabout combined with the performance characteristics needed to deliver an exceptional tow-sport experience.”

For Tow-Sport Fans Several innovations make the Regal 24 FasDeck RX suitable for tow-sport enthusiasts.

Powerful hole-shots and quick-planing characteristics are a hallmark of tow-sport boats.

By adopting its FasTrac Hull to the deck boat configuration, Regal successfully exceeds the requisite performance for an excellent tow experience. The hull has a sharp bow entry that transitions to a deep-V deadrise. The bow entry cuts any chop, and the deep-V makes the ride soft and smooth. A big difference here is Regal created a full-width step in the hull that introduces air to the pad, reducing suction under the hull. Regal also added oversized strakes and reversed chines to make the boat track straight when towing.

To allow for easy retrieval of skiers and deployment of water toys, Regal provided a full-width swim platform that’s merely inches from the water. Its large size nicely covers the outdrive for a safe in-water experience. A large storage locker off the port side aft sunpad boasts plenty of room for wakeboards and ski vests.

Another standout innovation is the PowerTower. Regal introduced its PowerTower in 2010, on the Regal 2300. With the ability to automatically raise and lower at the touch of a button, life with a tow-sport boat became much simpler. Putting the boat and trailer into a garage, accessing dry storage or clearing low bridges is much easier and more convenient than manually folding a traditional aluminum tower.

Adding the “fun” into function, the 24 FasDeck RX features tower-mounted, cannon-style speakers that keep the tunes pumping. Tower-mounted board racks swing in and out for easy access and give the boat a serious tow-sport look.

For hardcore tow-sport enthusiasts, our test boat was equipped with an optional PerfectPass GPS-based speed controller. Simply program in the speed each rider prefers, and every session’s pace will be replicated exactly.

For Thrill Seekers Regal offers four engine options on the 24 FasDeck. Our test boat was configured with a 300-horsepower Volvo 5.7 Gi V8. Regal placed the throttle binnacle and armrest in perfect juxtaposition to create effortless and precise acceleration. The boat jumps to plane in seconds. The power steering combined with FasTrac hull made cornering remarkably controlled. The total driving experience is nothing short of sports car-like.

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Allowing Steober a turn at the helm, I sat forward on the lounge seating. The deep freeboard, inside pop-up armrest and gunwale-mounted grab rail made riding at full tilt exciting yet secure. The boat never felt jarring, even when we went back through our own chop at speed. She topped out at just over 45 mph at around 4800 RPM.

For Sun Seekers Regal’s six-position UltraLounge should please those who want to enjoy time in the sun. The aft sunpad has a multi-position backrest that can sit upright facing forward or backward. It can be further lowered to an aft-facing lounger or all the way down for a huge sunpad that wraps into the aft-facing lounge seating on the port side. With the sunpad fully deployed, the aft portion of the pad lifts to form a forward-facing, two-position lounger. Very clever.

If there somehow isn’t enough room for sun seekers to spread out on the UltraLounge, the forward bow seating converts to a sunpad with the addition of an insert stowed under the starboard seat.

For Entertainment Enthusiasts The Regal 24 FasDeck has a maximum seating capacity of 13. Like all Regal models, the 24 FasDeck comes with a portable cooler and special storage under the starboard side refreshment center.

Rock the party and crank up the tunes with the eight-speaker Fusion stereo offering four zones of sound level control. The unit is waterproof and features an internal iPod dock. The RX comes standard with six cockpit speakers, two tower speakers, two amplifiers and a subwoofer.

There’s ample storage for everyone’s gear. The aft-facing, port side lounge seating lifts with a gas-assisted strut to reveal a large storage area. Additional storage is housed under the forward seats, beneath the center deck hatch, and in the seatback of the starboard side forward lounge.

For Pleasure Seekers The Regal 24 FasDeck comes with a standard port side head compartment that’s a step up from the typical deck boat head. Regal added style with a Flexiteek deck, pressurized freshwater sink, wood veneer vanity and an upholstered liner.

Our test boat came equipped with the optional table and three mounting brackets: One for transom mount, one in the cockpit, and the third in the forward seating area. The swim platform has a covered boarding ladder for safety and a deck pad to protect water toys and knees. Standard on the RX is a Soft Step or Flexiteek inlay.

For extending the season, our test boat was equipped with a bow walk-through door. The cockpit is better protected from wind and stays warmer with the door and center windshield closed.

Another option on our test boat worth mentioning — because it shows the level of commitment Regal has to make boating a better experience for owners — are twin batteries connected through a Voltage Sensitive Relay (VSR). The VSR allows two batteries to charge at the same time. When the engine is started on a single battery and the start battery reaches 13.7 volts, the VSR engages, allowing both batteries to charge simultaneously. When the voltage drops below 12.8 volts (i.e. the engine is stopped), the VSR disengages, separating the batteries. This system eliminates the possibility of draining both batteries.

With its 24 FasDeck, Regal has created a boat that’s as innovative as it is comfortable and versatile. Whether you decide to ski in the morning and island hop in the afternoon, or simply cruise to a waterside restaurant for a family-friendly evening meal, the 24 FasDeck’s got you covered.

Regal 24 FasDeck RX

Principal Features

Limited lifetime hull warranty; PowerTower electrically actuated folding sport tower; FasTrac stepped hull design; Fusion marine stereo w/six speakers; UltraLounge, six-position sunpad and lounge seating; aft-facing port side seating that wraps into aft bench seating; hand stitched dash; private head compartment w/pressurized fresh water; premium vinyl upholstery; automatic fire suppression system in engine compartment; in-mold gelcoat boot stripe; bow scuff plate; swim platform; transom mounted trim switch; six stainless steel cleats; digital depth sounder; five-position tilt steering; waterproof, illuminated helm toggle switches; Bimini top; bilge blower; power assisted steering; NMMA, ABYC, USCG & CE certified.

Specifications LOA: 24'3" Beam: 8'6" Weight: 4,320 lbs.

Fuel Capacity: 42 gals.

Water Capacity: 54 gals.

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keep propellers in good working order.

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ne project that lends itself particularly well to the long winter months is servicing your boat’s propeller, a task many owners fail to include in their preventative maintenance schedule despite its pivotal role in determining boat performance.

Here’s a quick look at how to inspect and maintain your boat’s propeller.

Propeller inspection As with any boating system, regular inspection and maintenance is the key to propeller performance and longevity. During the boating season your prop is subject to damage from a number of sources, from impact damage due to contact with rocks or floating debris, to cracks and corrosion issues. Each of these can lead to vibration, poor performance, increased fuel consumption or (in extreme cases) blade failure if not corrected promptly. Catching and correcting minor damage early can help prevent more serious problems and costly repairs later on, both to the propeller and other engine components.

Start by inspecting your propeller for problems such as nicks, dings, cracks and corrosion while also keeping an eye out for rolled tips or bent blades. Blades that are distorted or even slightly out of true due to “soft damage” (a result of running through silt or sand, for example) can decrease performance and cause vibration.

Worse still, as blade damage in such cases is rarely uniform, imbalance vibrations can cause additional damage to engines, drives and transmissions. Props with worn blades can also allow an engine to accelerate beyond recommended RPM, possibly causing engine damage.

Common problems One common issue associated with outboard or sterndrive props is failure of the center hub, which allows the prop to spin freely, resulting in a loss of thrust. Hub failure can occur due to a number of reasons, from engine overheating to dry rot of the rubber around the splined center. If the propeller itself is in otherwise good shape, rehubbing is a viable option — and significantly cheaper than a new prop.

Some propellers have hubs that can be owner replaced, while those using pressed-in hubs will generally require installation by a propeller repair shop.

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PREP Minor dings can sometimes be corrected by removing the prop and lightly tapping damaged areas back into place with a hammer. But inspection and repair by a propeller shop is always a good idea.

Galvanic corrosion can easily destroy a prop and is a sign of inadequate sacrificial anode (zinc) protection.

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It’s a good idea to periodically pull outboard and sterndrive propellers to inspect the shaft and other components for damage. While some props may require special tools, most can be removed using common hand tools. These typically include pliers, an appropriately sized deep well socket and ratchet, medium to large flathead screwdriver, rubber mallet, a small section of two-by-four, and a pair of leather gloves.

as with any boating system, regular inspection and maintenance is the key to propeller performance and longevity.

Prop removal While you’ll want to follow the manufacturer’s instructions to remove your particular prop, the following steps are generic enough to cover most jobs. The first

step is removal of the prop nut retaining device, which will most likely be either a locking tab washer or a cotter pin. Carefully note the order and orientation of all components during removal to make reassembly easier (pictures are an excellent way to record this).

Remove cotter pins by first straightening them with a pair of pliers, then pulling them out by grasping the ring end with the pliers and twisting slightly or gently tapping the opposite end. For locking tap washers, insert a flathead screwdriver beneath the downward facing tabs and pry them up past the notches in the washer (there should be more than one, so check carefully to ensure you get them all).

Once the retaining device is removed, you can pull the propeller nut, spacers and finally the prop itself. You’ll want to wear leather gloves for this, as the blades will be sharp. Wedge the section of two-by-four between one of the prop blades and the drive to prevent rotation, then use the socket and ratchet to remove the nut. If you don’t have a large enough socket to remove the nut, you may be able to get by with a 12" adjustable wrench.

There may also be a thrust washer in front of the

Propeller Maintenance Tips ■ For best performance and longevity, have your prop serviced annually or after incurring any damage.

■ Treat your prop right; invest in a prop cover to protect it while trailering and storing ashore.

■ Always carry a spare propeller and the necessary tools and parts required to replace it. A spare prop is cheap insurance and can mean the difference between getting home quickly in the event of an emergency or being stranded. It can also keep you on the water should your primary propeller be damaged and need to be sent in for repairs or servicing.

■ Consider a prop upgrade to improve performance. Propeller upgrades are a relatively inexpensive way to improve most aspects of boat operation, from pickup and higher top end speeds to increased fuel efficiency or better load carrying performance. There are a number of characteristics that determine how a new propeller will perform when installed on your particular boat; however, the primary factors

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to consider are construction material (aluminum, stainless steel, etc.), diameter, pitch angle, and number of propeller blades. While focusing on one specific characteristic may make sense in some cases, keep in mind a propeller that maximizes one desirable attribute typically does so at the expense of others. Look for props that deliver a happy medium; ones that improve the characteristic you want, but also deliver good overall performance.

■ If upgrading to a higher performance prop, have your existing prop serviced and use it as your spare.

■ If your boat vibrates, check the prop first to eliminate it as the cause (to reduce potential wear and damage to engines and drives).

■ Replace damaged props sooner rather than later. Never run your boat for extended periods with a damaged prop. Nursing a damaged prop to limp back to the dock is one thing, but prolonged operation can cause further damage to the prop, as well as the engine and drive.

■ If your boat’s motor is running properly but can’t achieve the manufacturer’s recommended RPM, have your propeller checked ASAP.

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propeller, which should be removed for inspection as well. You may find the thrust washer stuck to the shaft, in which case you can normally free it with a few light taps from the rubber mallet. If stuck to the propeller, use the flathead screwdriver to gently pry it off.

If none of the tabs align, tighten the nut until at least two tabs can be engaged and bend. For cotter pin retainers, install a new pin into the hole as far as possible, then bend the ends at a 90-degree angle using the pliers.

Cleaning and maintenance

Repair or replace?

With the propeller and components removed, inspect the The good news is that damaged shaft for any signs of damage. Clear the shaft of foreign propellers can often be reconditioned objects (fishing line, plants, etc.), which can hinder by a prop shop for much less than the cost of a new propeller. Small exhaust gas and water flow. Inspect all components for problems such as worn or damaged washers, spacers and cracks and damage along the outer the like. Thrust washers should be free from distortion, edge of the blades can be welded fit snuggly and have no cuts or deep scratches. If in and repaired easily enough, but doubt, now’s the time to replace. propellers missing more than a Once your inspection is complete, apply a thin coating third of a blade or showing cracks of waterproof grease to the spline (grooved area) of the at the root or base of the propeller are likely candidates for replacement. shaft to prevent seizing and reassemble all components while checking for excessive play or looseness. Torque The same is true for those suffering from the prop nut to manufacturer’s recommendations and severe corrosion (electrolysis, saltwater, etc.). install the nut retainer system to prevent accidental loss.

Your local prop shop can advise you on the best For installations using locking tab washers, install a new course of action once they’ve had a chance to conduct an inspection.

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SS Delphine 258' x 15' draft Crew of 55 Built in Michigan in 1920 by Great Lakes Engineering Works for Horace Dodge of Detroit, Michigan

A Tale of Two Cities Author Michael Lindley showcases the romantic past and present of Charlevoix, Michigan.

BY HEATHER STEINBERGER

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f you’re planning a late-summer cruise, or perhaps a weekend excursion sometime after Labor Day to enjoy the blazing fall color, you might be looking for new bookshelf titles that can be two things: The perfect vacation read, and the perfect window into the vibrant life and history of a northern Great Lakes community. I recently discovered two novels by a Michigan-based author that serve both purposes quite well.

With his first novel, “The Seasons of the EmmaLee,” and its sequel, “On Past Horton Creek,” Michigan native Michael Lindley brings one of the Great Lakes’ most beloved cruising destinations into sharp relief. In his capable hands, the 150-year-old city of Charlevoix comes to life, allowing readers to experience the post-World War II years as well as the present day. They also will meet hard-working locals, wealthy tourists and genteel seasonal residents, and they will witness relationships challenged by class, racial barriers, past tragedies, betrayals and broken dreams.

Then, of course, there are the classic boats.

Tales of Charlevoix “The Seasons of the EmmaLee,” published in 2005 and a No. 1 regional bestseller by 2008, is a juxtaposition of two love stories — that of Jonathan McKendry and Emily Compton in the 30 LAKELANDBOATING.COM AUGUST 2012

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In Living Color

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hen creating the yacht EmmaLee for his debut novel, author Michael Lindley drew inspiration from the luxury yachts that cruised the Great Lakes prior to World War II. One was the 190-foot Sylvia, owned by a prominent Charlevoix summer family. Depicted on the book cover, the yacht was built in 1926 for Logan G. Thomson at the Defoe Boat and Motor Works in Bay City, Michigan.

In March 1942, the U.S. Navy acquired Sylvia for WWII service, and she was commissioned USS Ability. On his website, Lindley notes that the yacht’s current condition and whereabouts are sadly unknown.

Another inspiration was the 258foot Delphine, launched in April 1921 at Great Lakes Engineering Works in River Rouge, Michigan, near Detroit. She was commissioned by the Dodge family, American manufacturing royalty. The Dodge brothers founded their company in 1900 to supply parts and assemblies to Detroit’s burgeoning auto industry; they began making their own vehicles in 1914.

Horace Dodge, the younger of the two brothers, loved boating and ordered his first launch in 1904. He named Delphine after

his only daughter and designed her unusual quadruple-expansion steam engine, but he never got to enjoy her. Dodge passed away in December 1920, just 11 months after his brother, John, died of pneumonia. While officially it was cirrhosis, the story goes that he actually died of grief.

Delphine, however, went on to have quite a full life — or more than one, as the case may be. Initially she remained in the Dodge family, used for cocktail parties and for watching Horace Dodge Jr.’s speedboat races. She cruised the Great Lakes and occasionally made the voyage to the Atlantic via the Welland Canal and St. Lawrence River.

Her first life ended in 1926, when she

caught fire in New York and sank. Anna Dodge, Horace’s widow, insisted on the yacht’s recovery and restoration.

The U.S. Navy acquired Delphine in 1942 and transformed her into USS Dauntless, flagship of Adm. Ernest King, commander in chief of the U.S. fleet and chief of naval operations. Anna Dodge bought her back after the war and refitted her. She spent years docked at a private pier, with three crew aboard as caretakers.

The family donated her to the People to People Health Foundation in 1967, and one year later she became part of the Lundeberg Maryland Seamanship School (continued on p. 29) 31 LAKELANDBOATING.COM AUGUST 2012

mid-20th century, and Alex Clark and Sally Thomason in the modern day. Both center around EmmaLee, a cruising yacht modeled after similar vessels found in the region prior to World War II. One such yacht was the 190-foot Sylvia, owned by a prominent Charlevoix summer family, which is depicted on the book’s cover. She eventually was sent east and hunted German U-boats during the war.

“The book really struck a chord with people,” Lindley said. “They came out of the woodwork. At a book signing in Charlevoix, I met a woman in her 90s who knew Sylvia’s owners and lived in the area during the 1930s and ’40s. Then there was a gentlemen in his 90s who used to work on Delphine.”

Delphine was a luxury cruising yacht owned by the Dodge brothers. Without a doubt, Lindley’s story resonated with the people who knew Charlevoix, its boats and its characters best.

“On Past Horton Creek,” which debuted in 2008, continues the saga of the McKendrys, the Comptons and George Hansen in the 1950s, as well as that of the Clark family and Will Truegood, a Native American resident, today. The characters find themselves embroiled in an assault scandal, murder mystery, personal vendettas and a developer’s disturbing plot.

Lindley is a masterful storyteller, effortlessly moving between the past and present, connecting generations and advancing the various plot lines with increasing suspense. I even found myself skipping ahead a few pages, anxious to get a quick peek at what happens next, and the characters left me wanting to know even more about their backgrounds, relationships, struggles, hopes and dreams — even their darkest secrets. I was achingly curious about Luke McKendry, a strangely compelling figure who embodies both brooding menace and inevitable tragedy.

When asked if there might there be a third book, perhaps a prequel, in the offing, Lindley laughed.

“Maybe,” he said. “I like that idea. Revisiting the 1930s may well be the next project — Jonathan and George in their teens.”

A Writer’s Journey Lindley discovered creative writing as a seventh-grader, and it was a love he never quite let go.

“I started three books in college,” he recalled. “I tried writing crime novels, but then I put it aside and got on with my career.”

After graduating from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in advertising and communications, Lindley went to work in the advertising agency business. He worked for many years on national and regional accounts that involved traveling throughout the country and the Caribbean.

In addition to his professional writing, however, he continued to write works of fiction.

His passion pulled him toward magazine features, short stories and, ultimately, novels.

“As Mary Chapin Carpenter says, ‘Don’t be late for your life,’” he commented. “I found the motivation to get going, to pull out old story ideas.”

He turned to historical fiction, a genre he had enjoyed for years.

Choosing the setting wasn’t difficult. Lindley has a deep-seated love for the North Country. His great-grandparents immigrated from Germany to Boyne City, Michigan, in the early 1900s, and his great-grandfather became an accomplished carpenter and builder.

He built many homes and cottages on Lake Charlevoix and Walloon Lake, including Windermere, the boyhood summer home of Ernest Hemingway.

Later, the family ran a small marina and boatyard on Lake Charlevoix.“I spent

Michael Lindley’s novels, “The Seasons of the EmmaLee” and “On Past Horton Creek,” seamlessly weave together tales of Charlevoix present and past. The books can be purchased at select retail locations, and online at Target, Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

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summers up there as a kid, and I remember the boatyard in the 1950s,” Lindley said. “The books aren’t autobiographical, though. The characters are composites of many different people.”

In preparation for writing “The Seasons of the EmmaLee,” Lindley spent considerable time at the Charlevoix Historical Society and Public Library. He drew a map to help keep track of the complex, interwoven story lines.

“I particularly needed it when I started the second book,” he explained. “I wanted just enough references that you didn’t need to read ‘EmmaLee’ to enjoy ‘Horton Creek.’”

He admitted that his process wasn’t entirely seamless. He ended up rewriting the first half of “EmmaLee” when he decided to have the yacht return to Charlevoix in the present day.

“You try to outline the story, but as you get into the characters, the story changes,” Lindley said. “I had several different endings in mind. But having the stories develop along the way is the fun part of writing.”

It took Lindley four years to complete “The Seasons of the EmmaLee.” “A first book is kind of a mystery,” he said, chuckling. “With the second book, I was more confident and knew how the process worked. It took just a year. The characters were more developed, and I was more focused.”

A Rising Star Lindley continued with historical fiction for his next project, although he shifted away from the Great Lakes. His new book, titled “Grayton Winds,” moves to Paris in the years following World War I and then travels on to Atlanta, New York City and a small beach village on the northern Gulf Coast of Florida during the 1920s Prohibition era. It was published in December 2011.

“There’s a fascinating history down there (on the Gulf Coast),” Lindley said enthusiastically. “The story involves a young man from a prominent Atlanta family; there are hurricanes, tragedy, a colorful cast of characters. It was fun to research and write.”

There’s no doubt Lindley is a rising talent. The Charlevoix books, printed by Sage River Press in Ada, Michigan, garnered significant regional attention and quickly became book-club favorites. They are available at Michigan bookstores, at select locations elsewhere in the Great Lakes and online through Schuler Books, Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

You also can get one of his books for your e-reader, as Lindley recently decided to embrace e-book technology.

“Seasons of the EmmaLee” is now available through Smashwords, a publishing and distribution platform that is accessible to all e-reading devices, from Kindles to Nooks to iPads. To purchase “EmmaLee” for $2.99, visit www.smashwords.com/profile/view/ MichaelLindley.

And now that the Gulf Coast book has been released? Perhaps a return to Charlevoix and that prequel…

For more information about Michael Lindley, visit michaellindley.net.

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as Dauntless. She served as a training ship for merchant seaman for two decades.

In 1989, Sea Sun Cruises purchased the yacht and intended to restore her in Singapore. She made her first and only Atlantic crossing, but never made it to Singapore; instead, she sat in Marseilles, France, unrestored, for four years.

A European businessman purchased her there in 1997, and based on his daughter’s extensive research the yacht finally underwent a full restoration in Bruges, Belgium. The end result: The Great Lakes luxury yacht recaptured her former glory — with all the modern comforts and amenities necessary for the charter business. On September 9, 2003, Princess Stephanie of Monaco rechristened her Delphine, and she started yet another new life.

With Monaco as her home port, Delphine remains active as a charter yacht in the Mediterranean. She can accommodate up to 26 guests on charter and up to 250 guests in port. She boasts 13 elegant guest suites, each with its own en-suite head, and her public spaces include a lounge, formal dining room, music lounge with two pianos, smoking room, Jacuzzi swim spa, massage bath, Turkish bath, sauna, fitness room, hair salon and nearly 11,000 square feet of deck space.

Also recapturing the spirit of the Roaring Twenties are the two classic tenders, built in 1927. In addition, Delphine carries two inflatable tenders, four PWCs, waterskiing and wakeboarding gear, inflatable donuts and a “banana boat,” snorkeling gear, wetsuits and fishing equipment.

There is a significant price tag for bringing Michael Lindley’s EmmaLee experience into living color, although the backdrop won’t be Lake Michigan and Charlevoix.

Prospective holidaymakers hoping to explore Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Malta and Croatia aboard Delphine can expect to pay 360,000 Euros (about $450,000) per week during the July-August high season and 245,000 Euros (about $306,000) per week during low season.

To learn more about Delphine, visit ssdelphine.com.

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Surf P

art surfboard. Part kayak. Part yoga mat? The stand-up paddleboard (SUP) has become one of the hottest recreational platforms on the water.

Though stand-up paddling is said to have originated off the beaches of Hawaii, it’s accessible on nearly any body of water and to people of all ages and skill levels.

“SUPing” is clearly on the rise in the Great Lakes region and, as a sport still in its infancy, is rapidly evolving.

SUPin’ USA

One of the sport’s innovators is Michigan native Linda Brown. Early on a clear June morning she sets off aboard her SUP, dipping a long paddle into the still harbor waters of Kean’s Marina in Detroit.

“The beauty of an early morning SUP is amazing,” says Brown, who introduces beginners to the sport not only at the Detroit River marina, but all across the state.

“The sun is coming up and the water is glass. People are beginning to bring their coffee up onto the decks to welcome a new day, you quietly paddle by their boats, and are usually greeted with a smile and a ‘good morning.’

There is never anyone not happy to see you on a board.”

Brown is something of an evangelist for the sport of stand-up paddling. At the marina, she teaches everything from paddling courses in the harbor to Pilates on the dock and yoga in the resort marina’s pool.

“I think that coupling the sport of stand-up paddling with a marina is a perfect way to bring another element of fun and fitness to people,” says Brown. “Being on the water in the marina is different than on a lake, but there are plenty of things to look at and explore.”

The origins of the sport, however, arose far from the Detroit River.

History and design

The sport of stand-up paddle surfing traces its roots to the “beachboys” of Waikiki. These local surf instructors needed a stable platform from which to instruct — and snap photos of — their tourist clients. This was back in the first half of the 20th century, before the advent of waterproof cameras, when the beachboys would hang a camera around their necks, remain standing while paddling out, and ride the waves back to shore alongside the tourists, taking photos to be developed that night and sold to tourists the next day.

“It started less as a sport and more as a necessity,” says Bruce Hansen, a native Wisconsinite who wound up on the island of Maui building surfboards, and who is a person familiar with the history of the sport. “It was a discipline that only a few people practiced.”

Beachboy-style surfing was really only prevalent at Waikiki’s beachboy games — “like an ocean rodeo,” according to Hansen — until about 10 years ago.

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PHOTO COURTESY OF SURFTECH

SUP Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP) is gaining momentum all across the country — including the Great Lakes.

BY MICHAEL HAUENSTEIN

who now designs and builds the Maunalua line of SUPs in the United States, in addition to selling NSP brand surfboards and paddleboards around the world.

Stand-up paddling’s popularity grew among older surfers — heavier, or with bad knees, who had trouble paddling out or getting up and down quickly to catch waves — and was well established in Hawaii six or seven years ago.

It soon spread to the mainland and beyond, attracting new participants of all ages and backgrounds.

“As it’s evolved now, I’d say the majority of participants don’t come from a surfing background,” says Hansen.

“It’s become a way for the average person to get out on the water, and it’s very balanced, male-to-female,” compared to the male-dominated world of surfing.

The sport’s accessibility is a major draw.

“It’s fairly easy to learn, and something people can pick up here and take back with them,” says Hansen.

“With traditional surfing that’s not the case; surfing isn’t as good anywhere else as Hawaii.”

Hansen says he sees stand-up paddling’s appeal as a combination of factors: The allure of surfing culture, an exciting new way to get out on the water, and the fact that the boards are small enough to fit in a garage or on top of a car. There’s even an inflatable version of SUP that Hansen says is popular among boaters because it folds up to the size of a backpack.

A typical SUP board is about 11 feet long, weighs 25 TOP PHOTO BY TED FINES; RIGHT PHOTO BY HOLLY HOVNANIAN

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“Coupling the sport of stand-up paddling with a marina is a perfect way to bring another element of fun and fitness to people.”

to 35 pounds, and is built on an expanded polystyrene (EPS) closed-cell foam core — think of a foam cooler — covered with layers of fiberglass and epoxy resin.

Average prices for this type of board range from $1,000 to $1,200. As with anything, prices vary depending on size, materials and construction.

Hansen has been involved with the construction of molded EPS boards as well as hand-built EPS boards (such as his Maunalua line, which is finished with a wood veneer). Other construction methods include rotationally molded plastic — similar to many kayaks — and the aforementioned inflatable boards. Board designs, he notes, are derived from either surfing/windsurfing technology or from the canoe/kayak family.

“Both designs have their merits, and the sport is young enough that there’ll probably be some variation in designs in the short term,” says Hansen, whose background is in graphic and industrial design. “I originally started this journey in the ’80s building windsurfing boards, which was a young and growing sport, and the equipment wasn’t very good.”

Now Hansen has a front-row seat to witness stand-up paddling’s explosive growth in the Midwest and elsewhere.

“The appeal has gone a lot further than I would have imagined,” he admits.

great way to keep my abs and core muscles in shape. Plus it’s extremely fun; I fish and do some SUP yoga, and the added element of having to balance on the paddleboard makes the yoga more challenging and rewarding.”

Potzmann is also an avid fly fisherman.

“Fly fishing from the paddleboard is incredible,” he says. “Standing up, you can see all the fish. It’s amazing how you can stalk up literally right on top of the fish without them knowing.” For example, it’s relatively noiseless in comparison to fishing from a metal canoe.

Potzmann took lessons from Linda Brown. He suggests other beginners take lessons to figure out if the sport is for them and, subsequently, to choose a specific paddleboard to suit their styles. Some boards are actually designed with racing in mind, while others are designed for stability, turning ability or rough water handling.

Potzmann participates in daylong paddles called “downwinders.” He says that with a little help from the wind, keeping up a 7-knot speed is not as difficult as it seems. (Hull speed for most paddleboards is between 7 and 8.5 knots, according to Potzmann.)

“It’s an avenue for incredible adventures,” says Potzmann.

Following that adventurous bent, he and Brown have actually been debating crossing one of the Great Lakes — in a narrow section — in the future.

A worthy souvenir

Flat-water surfing

Augie Potzmann first tried stand-up paddling while on his annual family vacation to Hawaii.

“I’m a decent surfer but I only go once a year, so I’m not in great surfing shape,” says Potzmann, 35, who is in fact quite athletic — he competes in triathlons and ultra marathons in addition to sailing, fishing and downhill skiing. “I saw a gentleman ‘SUPing’ and thought, ‘That’s the ticket for me.’”

And unlike conventional surfing, Potzmann was able to bring the sport of stand-up paddling home to Detroit when vacation ended.

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Though big-wave surfing legend Laird Hamilton is a devotee and proponent of the sport, no surf is required whatsoever to enjoy a SUP. Mitch Mode is the owner of Mel’s Trading Post in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, which has been stocking paddleboards for three summers now.

“The first summer we brought them in no one knew what they were — including us,” says Mode, whose wife twisted his arm and convinced him the sport was about to take off.

Mel’s began renting boards and, by the second year, more people were ready to buy. The benefits are clear, as Mode sees it: The boards are light, easy to handle and PHOTOS BY TED FINES

can be used for fitness or recreation. Paddlers in the North Woods can keep the boards at their lake houses or use them on the go.

“They can paddle a different lake every weekend for the rest of their lives,” says Mode, who says Mel’s carries everything from intermediate boards to $1,200 epoxy models, just as they carry a full range of snow skis.

“We’re having a lot of fun with the boards, and that’s why it’s starting to move.”

‘Workout in disguise’

Brown was working for surfboard manufacturer Surftech in Santa Cruz, California, when stand-up paddling emerged on the West Coast about six years ago.

“I was able to get on the boards and try them out, and that’s when I really fell in love with the sport,” she says.

Shortly after that, she moved back to Michigan to care for her parents, both of whom were battling cancer.

But something was missing, she says: The surf she had grown to love during her time in Santa Cruz. Thousands of miles from the Pacific Ocean, stand-up paddling was there to fill the void.

Brown has now owned her SUP business, Paddle the Mitten, for three years. She sells Hovie SUP boards, teaches lessons and leads specialized courses such as yoga, Pilates, and even “SUP with Your Pup” for dog lovers. She also runs Stand Up Paddle Michigan, which organizes a variety of paddling adventures around the state, from rustic camping expeditions to spa weekends.

Interest in the sport is higher than ever, she says, and people are seeking her out. She calls the difference in just the past year “amazing” and notes that people of all ages are getting in on it.

“I have clients from 7 years old to 80 years old,” says Brown.

She estimates that an hour of stand-up paddling burns between 800 and 1,000 calories. She herself suffers from rheumatoid arthritis and finds paddling to be a low-impact way to stay in shape, referring to it as a “workout in disguise.”

“Paddling is a full-body workout, and it uses more muscles to balance and push yourself through the water than most think,” says Brown, who begins the day paddling and warming up her joints before teaching classes. She says the sport is a great way to stay active for people diagnosed with diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis and lupus; for people with knee or hip replacements; and for general balance maintenance as we age.

“Paddling is a full-body workout, and it uses more muscles to balance and push yourself through the water than most think.”

“Many of my clients are more mature and are able to continue to get out and enjoy nature through paddling,” she says.

Board designer Hansen suggests introducing yourself to the paddleboard by first sitting on the board, followed by kneeling, and proceeding to a standing position. He also says that some people who lack balance or really don’t want to fall in the water use the boards from a kneeling position at all times — and there’s no reason you can’t.

Given the boards’ relatively small size and established versatility, they’re a worthy addition to any boater’s fleet.

Hansen notes that a paddleboard takes up precious little storage space on a dock.

“The board might be an interesting replacement for a dinghy,” he says, “but probably in a warmer climate.” r

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estled at the base of twin bays lies the heart of a vibrant northern Michigan community called Traverse City.

Michiganders know it best as the Cherry Capital

of the World, thanks to the renowned National Cherry Festival held each July. But the famed wonder fruit is not the only star in this show. With the natural beauty of the waterways, the growth of the wine and food industry, a thriving downtown district and

expanding list of festivals, Traverse City has become a year-round destination for visitors from across the nation. Having landed on countless Top 10 lists in National Geographic, Midwest Living, Travel & Leisure and more, it’s clear Traverse City is staking it’s claim as the place to visit in Northern Michigan. a city between the bays A trip to Traverse City by water means traveling along the Mitten State’s pinky finger and exploring the two peninsulas that protect the central harbor town. To the west is Leelanau peninsula, home to many small coastal villages and the area’s most famous landmark, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. After being named America’s Most Beautiful Place by “Good Morning America” in late summer 2011, this region has exploded in popularity. Port towns like Empire, Leland, Northport and Suttons Bay are great places to dock and explore when skirting the peninsula. Each village is dotted with beautiful beaches, unique shops and restaurants to enjoy within walking distance of the marinas. The Leelanau peninsula is home to numerous wineries, with more than 25 tasting rooms scattered across it. Drivers can follow scenic highway M-22 for the best tour of the Third Coast, which leads into the hub of Traverse City.

Jutting 18 miles between West and East Grand Traverse Bay is Old Mission Peninsula. This crooked finger of land is host to 150-year-old cherry orchards, the pride of the agricultural community. An August drive along M-37 up the spine of Old Mission will lead you past farm stands lush with local cherries, apricots, peaches and flowers. Restaurants and wineries are tucked in among the weathered barns and churches, fields and orchards that cover the landscape.

Stop by the Old Mission General Store for a trip back in time, where penny candy is still sold by the barrel. Reach the northernmost point of the Bay to find the Old Mission Lighthouse guarding the shore. Built in 1870, the lighthouse is no longer active; however, a beacon guides vessels safely around 40 LAKELANDBOATING.COM AUGUST 2012

the point from 2¼-miles offshore. One of four lighthouses in the area, the Old Mission Lighthouse and grounds are open to the public daily from April through October.

from orchard to vine and beyond The history of the cherry industry dates back to the Presbyterian missionary Rev. Peter Dougherty, who planted the first cherry trees in 1852 on Old Mission Peninsula. The sandy soil and temperate weather proved successful for the fruit trees; they not only survived, but thrived in the region. By the early 1900s, the tart cherry industry in Traverse City was well established. Today, Michigan grows between 70 to 75 percent of the U.S. tart cherry crop, as well as a large supply of sweet cherries.

What began as a Blessing of the Blossoms ceremony in 1910 evolved into the well-known National Cherry Festival, held annually in July as a way to celebrate the region’s agricultural heritage. This weeklong festival filled with parades and family fun contests — from pit-spitting and pie-eating to turtle races and princess teas — draws hundreds of thousands of visitors.

In a typical year you can find cherries at fruit stands and farm markets throughout the region. Unfortunately, 2012 isn’t a typical year. With temperatures that climbed into the 80s in March and fell below freezing when the delicate buds opened in April, the vast majority of the local cherry crop for 2012 was lost. But cherry stores like The Cherry Stop in downtown Traverse City are still open and providing a taste of the best this area has to offer. From dried cherries and preserves, to salsas, candies and BBQ sauce, cherries are still a must-have souvenir from a trip to Traverse City.

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In the early 1990s fruit market prices plummeted, and pressure from developers seeking properties with breathtaking views soared. The agricultural community struggled to protect the land and preserve their farming traditions. Diversification into the grape and wine industry proved a successful alternative.

In 1974, the first grapes were planted by Edward O’Keefe Jr. of Chateau Grand Traverse. Today, Old Mission Peninsula is home to seven distinct wineries with award-winning vintages. The microclimate created by the bays is perfect for growing cool climate varietals like Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc. Perhaps it comes as no surprise their location along the 45th parallel — shared by neighboring Leelanau Peninsula — also bisects the most renowned wine regions of the world, including France, Croatia and Italy.

With more than 36 wineries in the area, “enotourism” is drawing a growing number of visitors each year. Wineries are scattered throughout both peninsulas, including a few tasting rooms in the heart of the city. A tour in either direction will lead to an adventure in wine tasting that rivals a trip to Napa — for a fraction of the cost.

Local winemakers will tell you, “It takes a lot of beer to make good wine.”

Perhaps that’s the reason the craft beer industry has quietly, but steadily strengthened. In 1996 Mackinaw Brewing Company opened the first brewpub in downtown Traverse City. It wasn’t long before the Schelde organization decided to join the fray, with North Peak Brewing Company a mile down the street. Then came Russell Springsteen with a most unusual concept. Right Brain Brewery opened in 2004 along with the Salon Saloon, where guests can get a haircut while enjoying a beer from next door. Soon the warehouse district on Traverse City’s west end was the place where creativity flourished in the form of beer. Imagine ale made from asparagus, roasted sweet corn or coffee, and stouts aged in bourbon barrels. Right Brain Brewery and Short’s Brewing in Bellaire put this region on the map. So much so that Draft Magazine listed Traverse City as one of Americas’ three newest Emerging Beer Towns.

If beer and wine don’t put you in the spirit, perhaps a visit to Grand Traverse Distillery will. Their production facility is located off 3 Mile Road, just south of Cherry Capital Airport. Utilizing beautiful copper stills and working with locally grown grains, Grand Traverse Distillery produces the internationally acclaimed True North Vodka and True North Cherry Vodka. They’ve recently expanded their product line and locations with tasting rooms in Leland and The Village.

a feast for the foodie While managing to keep a small town community feel, Traverse City is drawing big time attention as one of America’s top destinations for culinary tourists.

Ranked on Top 5 lists by Livability.com, Midwest Living and Bon Appétit, Traverse City has earned a reputation as the Midwest’s best “Foodie Town.”

So, how does a quiet city on northern Lake Michigan earn the attention of national magazines… and become a second home to Iron Chef Mario Batali?

It takes passionate artisans, well-trained chefs, and an abundance of homegrown ingredients to support such a reputation. Farm markets are scattered throughout every northern Michigan village and town, as the motto “Buy Local and Sustainable” has become a battle cry for area residents. Stop by the 100-vendor Sara Hardy Farmers Market across from Clinch Park Marina every Wednesday and Saturday through October to pick up artisan bread, plants, fruits, vegetables, honey, eggs and organic products. Shop Old Mission Multigrain for a loaf of honey oat bread, or grab some smooth raclette from Leelanau Cheese CHEESE, WINE TASTING AND GRAPES PHOTOS BY BRANDY WHEELER; PIE AND COMMONS PHOTOS COURTESY OF TRAVERSE CITY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU

The Village at Grand Traverse Commons Known to locals as the Old State Hospital, this 480-acre parcel in the heart of Traverse City is one of the largest historic redevelopment sites in the nation. It took two years to build the Northern Michigan Asylum for the Insane in 1885. The hospital once housed more than 3,500 patients and was the largest employer in the region. The structures occupy 60 acres of land, with more than 400,000 square feet in Building 50 alone.

The hospital closed in 1989, leaving its beautiful VictorianItalianate architecture to quietly decay. Along came developer Ray Minervini. He envisioned a community reminiscent of European cities where people worked, ate, entertained and lived together in the presence of history.

Today, the Village at Grand Traverse Commons is growing into that vibrant eclectic gathering place he imagined. Building 50, with its towering red spires, is home to restaurants like Trattoria Stella and Mana, an art gallery, clothing stores and TASTES of Black Star Farms, one of two wineries on the grounds.

On your trip to the Village be sure to stop by Left Foot Charley for a pint of the regions best hard cider from winemaker Bryan Ulbrich.

Pick up a loaf of parmesan-olive bread from Pleasanton Bakery, the best artisan bread in the land. And for a sweet treat stop by Underground Cheesecake to sample cheesecake on a stick.

One of the most unique dining options in town can be found at TASTES of Black Star Farms. This small tasting room inside the Mercato in Building 50 offers a traditional Matterhorn dinner, where you melt locally made Leelanau raclette on a table grill and pour over meats, potatoes and vegetables while enjoying a sampling of Black Star wines. thevillagetc . com

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Where to Stay Whether you’re looking for historic and quaint, or modern and convenient, Traverse City offers accommodations for every type of guest.

Park Place Hotel The green roof atop its 10-story tower is an iconic symbol in downtown Traverse City. This historic hotel, first built in 1873 and purchased by town founders Perry Hannah and Tracy Lay, established a reputation for opulence and world-class service. Located on the corner of Park and State streets. Enjoy a drink at the Beacon Lounge with panoramic views of the city. park - place - hotel . com Antiquities’ Wellington Inn This fully restored 1905 neo-classic mansion is located just blocks from downtown on historic Sixth Street and Wellington. Operated as a bed and breakfast by Barb and Hank Rishel, it’s a treasure to behold. Stay in one of the well-appointed chambers for a trip back in time, or rent one of the two-bedroom carriage houses complete with kitchen and sitting room. wellingtoninn . com Cambria Suites The newest arrival on Munson Avenue is Cambria Suites. Selected as Hotel of the Year for 2012 and 2011 by the Cambria Suites Brand, this all-suites hotel offers modern facilities, spacious rooms, a large, comfortable lobby, and one of the best happy hours in town. Try the cherry bread pudding at the Reflect Bistro for a mouthwatering treat. traversecitylodging . com Chateau Chantal Bed & Breakfast Located 12 miles outside of the Old Mission Peninsula is the winery and inn at Chateau Chantal. In rooms named after Van Gogh and Monet, imagine waking to views of vineyards and the smell of maple syrup and fresh scones. Walk through the inn to the winery for a tasting and tour. chateauchantal . com

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Company. Try artisan chocolates from Mimi Wheeler at Grocer’s Daughter Chocolates. The community abounds with so many mouthwatering choices.

On a walk along Front Street in downtown Traverse City you’ll discover Fustini’s Oils & Vinegars featuring healthy flavor-infused balsamics and olive oils. Guests can create and taste their own unique combinations from more than 50 varieties bottled and sold locally. American Spoon Foods is celebrating 30 years of preserving the regions sweetest flavors in spoon fruit, fruit butters and tasty gelato. Follow your nose to the entrance at Kilwin’s Chocolates as they secretly waft the luxurious, sweet aromas out onto the street. Murdick’s Fudge keeps their family tradition alive by mixing signature flavors in front of guests on a giant marble slab near the front window. From popcorn to potato chips, and of course the local wonder fruit, gourmet foods are big business in Traverse City.

But a culinary reputation cannot be earned from ingredients alone. Traverse City is also home to some highly trained creative chefs. In fact, some didn’t have far to travel. Graduates from the Great Lakes Culinary Institute are lucky enough to study overlooking beautiful Grand Traverse Bay in one of the regions top culinary schools. Students enrolled in the Northwestern Michigan College program “learn by doing” in the 90-seat Lobdell’s restaurant on site.

Graduates include chef Eric Nittolo of the Boathouse in Bowers Harbor on Old Mission Peninsula. Traverse City is also home to the 2011 James Beard Award Nominee for Best Chef Great Lakes, Miles Anton of Trattoria Stella.

Perhaps the brightest feather in the local foodie cap is worn in the form of orange Crocs. Chef Mario Batali spends most of the summer enjoying his Northport haven on West Grand Traverse Bay. His favorite haunts include The Cooks House, a tiny farm-to-table restaurant in Traverse City where everything is made to order and seasonal, and the wood-fired pizzas of Chef Paul Carlson, who has found a new home this summer in Lake Leelanau at the brand new Florentine restaurant Bella Fortuna North.

Traverse City and the surrounding communities are full of unique chef-owned restaurants where dress codes are unnecessary, and they don’t take reservations. On a busy summer evening be prepared to enjoy a glass of local wine while you wait for a table. This foodie town loves to eat dinner out.

a community at heart At the center of this thriving city is a downtown that has seen its share of ups and downs. But through determination and innovation, downtown Traverse City has reestablished itself as the beating heart of the city.

It was the lumber barons who put Traverse City on the map as a summertime destination for visitors flocking to town on steamships and by train to enjoy the scenic beauty of northern Michigan. The City Opera House opened in 1892 for ballroom dancing and dinner. It was the social gathering place for everything from political campaigns to bawdy theatrical productions to high school graduations. When motion pictures came on the scene, owner Julius Steinberg opened the Lyric Theatre just down the street in 1916. A fire destroyed the Lyric, which was rebuilt in 1923. The Fitzpatrick-McElroy chain took over management and closed the Opera House to prevent competition with the newly popular “talkies,” forcing the Grand Dame to lie dormant and disintegrating. A second Lyric Theatre fire in 1948 lead to the construction of the State Theatre the following year.

During the late ’80s and early ’90s, downtown Traverse City saw a dwindling retail market. Shoppers were drawn to the new mall further inland. The slow BEACH MUSIC, SYMPHONY AND LADIES PHOTOS COURTESY OF TRAVERSE CITY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU; WATER TO WINE PHOTO COURTESY OF UNCOMMON ADVENTURES

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departure of flagship department stores left many holes to fill. But the idea of shopping at small gift stores and dining in family-owned restaurants kept the city center alive. A Downtown Development Authority was established and set to work revitalizing the corridor. They added a river walk along the Boardman River, created festivals and preserved the area as a Historical District. In 1985 the City Opera House began a massive $8.5 million renovation. And in 2007, the shining lights of the State Theatre marquee once again drew crowds when it reopened for the annual Traverse City Film Festival, after nearly 30 years of darkness.

Today, downtown Traverse City sparkles year-round as a vibrant destination for visitors and locals. Boaters can pull into the Clinch Park Marina where Union Street ends at West Grand Traverse Bay. Transient slips can be rented up to 14 days for as low as $29 per day. The new harbor building offers bathrooms, showers, a lounge and an upstairs pavilion with grills for enjoying the view of the 119-slip marina. Following the tunnel under Grandview Parkway onto the streets of downtown you’ll find shopping, dining, entertainment, coffee,

Wine Tasting A trip to Traverse City wouldn’t be complete without a wine tasting tour. Here are a couple stops you won’t want to miss.

Black Star Farms With wineries on Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsula, as well as a full tasting room located in The Village in Traverse City, Black Star should be on everyone’s must-visit list. The Inn at Black Star Farms in Suttons Bay includes a luxurious bed and breakfast, equestrian facility, creamery and on-site winery. From the sweetest of ice wines to classic varietals to fruit brandies, the offerings are as diverse as Black Star Farms’ three locations. For a unique gift bring home a pear wine, with a pear grown right in the bottle. blackstarfarms . com Bel Lago Vineyard & Winery Bel Lago means “beautiful lake.” Looking across their vineyards over the crystal blues and greens of Lake Leelanau it’s no wonder they chose that moniker. But the agricultural diversity at Bel Lago is one of the reasons to put them on your list. They grow more than 100 varieties, including Auxerrois, Siegerrebe and Cayuga White, as well as test varieties for grape breeding programs at Michigan State University, University of Minnesota and Cornell University. The Leelanau Primavera is the perfect summer sipper for an afternoon on the boat. bellago . com Verterra Winery Pull into port at Fishtown in Leland and you can walk to one of the newest gems on the Leelanau wine trail. Verterra Winery has made a name for itself in a short time bringing home international medals in competitions from San Francisco to New York. The small tasting room in a former pool hall offers a quaint atmosphere for exploring the flavors of Gewurztraminer, Pinot Blanc and even a hard cider called Chaos. verterrawinery . com Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery Transforming an 80-acre cherry orchard into a retirement dream come true is the love story that is Brys Estate. Walter and Eileen Brys bought

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property on central Old Mission Peninsula with the hope of creating a boutique winery and building a new family legacy. Along with South African winemaker Coenraad Stassen they produce 100 percent estate grown wines from eight varietals. Looking for a perfect backyard BBQ pairing? Try the Pinot Noir Riesling — Pretty in Pink. brysestate . com Uncommon Adventures Water-to-Wine Day Trip For an adventurous tour you won’t soon forget try a Water-to-Wine day trip from Uncommon Adventures. Enjoy a kayak paddle to Power Island off the coast of Bowers Harbor, where your guide will provide a gourmet beach lunch. Spend time hiking and exploring the island before returning to Old Mission Peninsula for a visit to nearby wineries for tours and tasting. Offered Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays through September, weather permitting. uncommonadv . com

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brew pubs and bookstores all within a few block radius. Grab lunch at the Grand Traverse Pie Company, known not just for their fabulous fruit pies, but chicken pot pies, sandwiches and salads, too.

Feeling thirsty? Check out two of Traverse City’s newest hotspots: 7 Monks Taproom, with 46 beers on draught; or slip into Brew, where a barista can make a mean mocha, super smoothie or pull a draft beer from the tap. If you can’t make it to the area wineries, you don’t have to miss out on all the wine-tasting fun. At Uncorked Wine Bar order a flight of tastes and compare selections from several local wineries without leaving your bar stool.

Family entertainment is not hard to find in Traverse City. Friday Night Live runs July 20 through the month of August. Front Street is closed for an old-fashioned block party complete with street vendors, live entertainment and fun for the whole family. During the Traverse City Film Festival a giant inflatable screen is erected on the grassy area at Clinch Park for a free movie showing at dusk every evening. Bring your blankets and snacks, or even watch from your boat.

On the west side of the bay along highway M-22 in Greilickville, the Great Lakes Children’s Museum offers hands-on exhibits for kids of all ages. And when the weather turns inclement, or you’ve had enough of the sun, head over to Lucky Jack’s, where the kids will love the bowling, laser tag, laser maze and giant arcade, and mom and dad can enjoy a relaxing dinner and game of billiards.

exploration by air, land and sea To truly appreciate the natural beauty of the Traverse City region, the hidden crystal blue lakes, crooked peninsulas and rolling green topography, there’s no better view than from above. Flying into Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) is one way to take in the scenery. Or book a flight with experienced pilot Jeff Geiger and float gently upward with Grand Traverse Balloons. Here you’ll glide over vineyards, golf courses, orchards and streams before landing with a champagne toast.

Traverse City is a walkable town, with plenty to do within amiable distance from the city center. Hop on the T.A.R.T. trails, which cover nearly 60 miles of Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties, with seven multi-use trails of various lengths and surfaces.

If riding is more your style, there are several tour companies geared toward exploring various aspects of this great city. Join a winery tour with Celtic Shuttle and leave the driving to those not drinking. Or check out the brand new Magical History Tour, a 90-minute bus ride from the History Center on Sixth Street through Traverse City’s historic Victorian neighborhoods and into the 480-acre “Central Park” known as the The Village at Grand Traverse Commons. This tour runs through the summer on Mondays, and daily Wednesday through Saturday.

One of the best ways to discover the beauty of Traverse City is by water.

If you’re arriving by boat or towing a vessel there are several marinas in the area, including Clinch Park Marina, Elmwood Township and Harbor West.

Looking to demo a boat while you’re in town? Check out Great Lakes Power Cats demo center behind Center Point building in Harbor West. You’ll see why a catamaran is the safest, smoothest ride on rough water.

To enjoy the view with less responsibility consider a two-hour cruise aboard the Tall Ship Manitou, a 114-foot replica of an 1800s schooner sailing three times daily. Help hoist the sails, then watch as she plies easily through the

Traverse Traveler App Whether you’re planning your trip weeks in advance or just arrived in town and are looking for things to do, the Traverse Traveler app is your handy mobile guide to the Traverse City region.

Search by categories including Dining, Wineries, Lodging, Events, Activities and more. Using locationbased technology, the app automatically sorts and organizes listings by distance, so it’s easy to find a nearby restaurant or book a last-minute hotel room as you roll into town.

Discover a new favorite dish at one of the recommended hotspots. Share it with your friends on Facebook and Twitter, or send an e-mail right from the app. Save your favorite places for quick reference or to create a customized tour.

It’s great navigating the back roads from one winery to the next with the confidence of a local. Each listing appears on the map and indicates your current location, so getting directions is a breeze.

From shopping to museums, lighthouses and churches, you can find it all on the Traverse Traveler app. And best of all: It’s a FREE download for iPhone and Android users! TRAVERSETRAVELER . COM

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waters of Grand Traverse Bay. Or hop aboard the Nauticat for cocktails and a pleasure cruise.

Anglers love northern Michigan, where fishing is nearly a year-round sport. Charter boats search for king salmon, coho, whitefish and lake trout in the bays, while the Boardman River is known as one of the best fly fishing streams in the state.

If diving underwater is what you had in mind, you’ll discover the Grand Traverse Bay Underwater Preserve is home to several shipwrecks, sunken docks and even unexpected treasures, including a ’72 Ford Pinto.

Beachcombers will enjoy searching for the elusive Petoskey stone, beach glass, granites and fossils that wash up along the sandy beaches. Take your stones into Korner Gem and have them made into jewelry to remember the trip. A day on the water in Traverse City is something you’ll never forget.

The state motto of Michigan reads, “Si quaeris peninsulam amoenam, circumspice,” which is Latin for, “If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you.” From the wineries to the beaches to the streets of downtown, the state founders must have been in Traverse City when they wrote it.

Brandy Wheeler lives in Lake Ann, Michigan with her husband and two sons. She is the owner of Mealtickets & Unusual Ideas® and creator of the Traverse Traveler app, which promotes northern Michigan businesses to area visitors. You can find her on Twitter@TraverseTravelr.

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Rope Rundown

Select, care for and maintain ropes properly.

BY MAR K COR KE

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ccording to boating lore, there’s only one “rope” on a boat, and that’s the bell rope. All other ropes technically go by other names: Halyards, sheets, lines, and so forth, depending on their function and positioning on the vessel.

Whatever you call them, all ropes perform different duties, and it’s important when selecting rope to choose the correct one, or you could end up wasting money.

Years ago rope was made from manila, the fiber obtained from the wild banana plant. Another natural rope is hemp, which is made from the fibrous stem of the cannabis plant. Both these and other natural fibers served sailors for centuries. In fact, there was little other choice until synthetic rope became available in the 20th century.

Nylon vs. polyester

MARK CORKE is an accomplished journalist, author and sailor.

He’s the creator of the popular blog onboardwithmarkcorke.com, which focuses on various DIY boating projects.

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Excluding expensive and exotic materials such as Spectra and Kevlar, there are only two materials from which all rope is made that are of interest to boaters: Nylon and polyester. Nylon was the first synthetic material suitable for making rope. It was developed in the 1930s by scientists in New York and London; the name is an amalgam of the two cities.

Nylon has some stretch, which makes it an ideal choice for mooring ropes, tow ropes, anchoring ropes — any application that may be subject to shock loads. Although nylon rope loses some of its strength when wet, it is resistant to chafe and rot. If a reasonable amount of care is exercised in its use and storage, nylon rope should last for many years.

Alongside nylon, the other type of rope traditionally used by boaters is polyester, which is also known as Terylene and Dacron, especially in Europe. Polyester has very little stretch, which makes it ideal on sailboats for halyards, sheets and other applications where stretch is undesirable.

Polyester comes in different forms. One form is as a core surrounded by a smooth cover. This makes it easy to handle and ensures it runs freely over blocks, sheaves and around winches.

Not only does a boat owner need to know which type of rope is appropriate for what job, but it’s also important to choose a rope of the correct diameter. A rope that’s too thin could slip or break; conversely, a rope that’s too thick may be overkill and improperly fit cleats, winches and other hardware on the boat. Most major rope manufacturers have excellent websites that are a good place to seek out reference information on the size, type and application of various nylon and polyester rope products.

Care and maintenance Ropes are expensive, so it pays to take care of them.

Sun, dirt and general wear and tear all conspire to break down rope fibers. Regularly inspect ropes, checking for chafe and general wear. Avoid putting ropes away wet if possible. Ideally, ropes should be neatly coiled and hung up where air can circulate and prevent mold from forming. It’s also a good idea to remove ropes from boats during the off season; take them home and wash them.

At a minimum, dunk ropes in plenty of clean, fresh water then hang them out to dry. Better yet, tie ropes into loose coils held together with sections of string and launder them in the washing machine on a warm wash cycle with a little soap powder. Rinse well with plenty of clean water. A word of caution: Although laundering your ropes in this way works wonders, don’t be tempted to toss them in the dryer. Let ropes air dry naturally by hanging them outdoors. The heat generated inside the dryer can damage rope fibers and shorten their life.

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38 2005 Regal 3860 $199,999 B3566 Ron Silvia 508-400-2964

44 1988 Viking 44 MY $169,900 B4403 Ron Silvia 508-400-2962

22 2003 Regal 2200 Bowrider $21,900 B2202 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059

39 2001 Maxum 37 $109,000 B3561 Ron Silvia 508-400-2962

45 1995 Sunseeker 45 Apache 52 2007 Carver 52 Voyager $124,900 B4354 Ron Montoya 810-459-3661 $499,900 B5141 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059

24 2012 Regal 24 FasDeck Call for Pricing 1189 866-490-5297

40 1998 Trojan 400 Express 45 1997 Ocean 45 Super Sport $93,900 B4383 Ron Montoya 810-459-3661 $219,000 B4369 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059

52 2006 Vicem 52 Classic $609,000 B5152 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649

25 2007 Bayliner 25 Trophy Cntr Console $49,500 B2196 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059

40 1990 Trojan 12 Meter Express 45 2000 Silverton 453 MY $61,900 B4397 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662 $216,000 B4389 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649

53 2012 Sunseeker 53 Predator Call for Pricing X228 866-490-5297

28 1976 Bertram 28 Flybridge $26,900 B2186 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059

40 1998 Tiara 40 Express $199,000 B4407 Ron Silvia 508-400-2962

50 1991 Sea Ray 500 Sedan $144,900 B5142 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649

45 2008 Rampage 45 Convertible 54 2004 Neptunus 54 Express $499,000 963B Jim Stefano 419-466-2649 $597,000 B5112 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059

29 1986 Cruisers 29 41 2000 Sea Ray 41 Express Cruiser 47 1997 Sunseeker 47 Camargue 55 2002 Sea Ray 55 Sundancer $20,995 B2198 Tony Leitgeb 616-638-9123 $189,000 B4401 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649 $159,900 B4392 Ron Montoya 810-459-3661 $367,000 B5108 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649 31 2001 Tiara 3100 Open $122,900 B3464 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059

41 1999 Tiara 41 Open 48 2001 Sea Ray 48 Sedan Bridge 56 2003 Sunseeker 56 Predator $225,000 B4376 Judy Krueger 562-715-6329 $349,000 B4303 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649 $479,000 B5147 Ron Montoya 810-459-3661

31 1999 Tiara 3100 Open 41 1992 Silverton 41 Aft Cabin 48 2001 Sea Ray 48 Sedan Bridge 58 1999 Viking 58 Enclosed Bridge $109,000 B3563 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662 $78,900 B4400 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649 $349,000 B4385 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662 $649,000 B5090 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649 32 2007 Sea Ray 32 Sundancer $129,900 B3555 Ron Silvia 508-400-2962

42 1990 Egg Harbor 40 Convertible 48 2000 Sea Ray 48 Sedan Bridge $149,000 B4408 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662 $329,000 B4398 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059

58 1975 Bertram 58 Motoryacht $199,900 B5139 Tony Leitgeb 616-638-9123

34 1984 Silverton 34 Convertible 42 2000 Cruisers 4270 Express 48 1989 Viking 48 Convertible $13,900 B3544 Tony Leitgeb 616-638-9123 $198,000 B4252 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662 $229,000 B4370 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059

58 2009 Tiara 5800 Sovran $1,239,000 B5146 Ron Silvia 508-400-2962

35 2004 Regal 3560 Commodore 42 2001 Cruisers 4270 Express $144,500 B3526 Judy Krueger 562-715-6329 $196,500 B4305 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059

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61 2006 Viking Sport Cruisers 61 MY $989,000 B6042 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662

35 1999 Cruisers 3575 $83,900 B3548 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059

50 1999 Viking Sport Cruisers 50 FY 61 2006 Viking 61 Enclosed Bridge $595,000 B5062 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662 $1,599,000 B6043 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662

42 2000 Silverton 42C $189,000 B4386 Ron Silvia 508-400-2962

36 2000 Cruisers 3672 Express 42 2006 Ocean Yachts 42 Super Sport 50 1999 Cruisers 50 Sedan 61 2005 Viking 61 Convertible $123,000 B3489 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662 $445,000 B4390 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649 $349,000 B5103 Ron Montoya 810-459-3661 $1,346,000 B6047 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649 37 1995 Tiara 3700 Open 42 2013 Viking 42 Open $139,000 B3533 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662 Call for Pricing 1395 866-490-5297

50 2001 Viking 50 Convertible 64 2009 Fairline 64 Targa $499,000 B5130 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662 $1,499,000 B6046 Ron Silvia 508-400-2962

37 2004 Sunseeker 37 Sportfisher 43 1998 Tiara 4300 Open $199,000 B3532 Ron Montoya 810-459-3661 $219,000 B4406 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649

50 2002 Carver 506 75 2000 Sunseeker 75 Predator $369,000 B5136 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662 $989,000 B7006 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662

38 2000 Carver 38 Santego 44 1993 Sea Ray 44 Sundancer $109,900 B3568 Greg Krueger 810-459-3662 $114,900 B4408 Jim Kehrig 810-459-4059 38 2008 Sea Ray 380 Sundancer $229,000 B3567 Ron Silvia 508-400-2962

44 1994 Sea Ray 44 Sundancer $133,000 B4368 Tony Leitgeb 616-638-9123

38 2001 Sea Ray 38 Sundancer 44 2002 Sunseeker 44 Camargue $126,900 B3562 Jim Stefano 419-466-2649 $299,900 B4321 Tony Leitgeb 616-638-9123 38 1986 Ocean Yachts 38 Super Sport $104,000 B3535 Ron Silvia 508-400-2962

44 2000 Sunseeker 44 Camargue $189,000 B4322 Ron Silvia 508-400-2962

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SkiSafe executive vice president Howard Reiff explains how to save money on boat insurance.

LB: How can boaters save money on insurance policies?

Reiff: A safe, experienced boater with a proven ownership history should be rewarded with lower rates.

If you don’t yet have that experience, take courses to qualify for lower rates. Also, be sure to keep your motor vehicle record clean.

CONTACT SkiSafe One Hollow Lane Lake Success, NY 11042 800-225-6560, ext. 208 howard@skisafe.com skisafe.com facebook.com/skisafe

LB: What coverage should a boater look for?

Reiff: Agreed Value policies cost a bit more, but you know exactly what you will collect. On the other hand, Actual Cash Value policies value a boat at the lower end of its fair market value, or replacement cost less depreciation. If you carry a loan on your vessel, after accounting for depreciation, your vessel may actually have a market value of less than the loan. Many folks are comfortable insuring their boat for its current market value. Just make sure you understand your policy and are comfortable with the terms.

LB: Are there different types of hull coverage?

Reiff: Some companies offer “named perils” coverage that only protects against losses specifically named in the policy. Instead, seek out an “all risk” policy that won’t leave you without a paddle when a loss occurs.

LB: Why do I need both comprehensive and indemnity insurance?

Reiff: Your greatest exposure is a large liability claim.

Marine P+I protection goes beyond basic bodily injury and property damage to include salvage, fuel spills and contamination.

LB: What is Consequential Loss coverage?

Reiff: Imagine your boat sinks due to a worn hose or catches fire due to a leaking fuel pump. Your insurance company determines that the ensuing loss is excluded due to wear and tear of the parts. But that doesn’t have to be the end of the story. Some insurance companies include coverage for the ensuing sinking or fire regardless of the origin of the wear and tear. Always read your policy.

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LB: Does boat usage affect the price of insurance?

Reiff: Typically, the number of hours a boat is used does not impact the premium; however, many insurance companies recognize that boating is a seasonal hobby and offer significant discounts if the boat is “laid up” for all or part of the year. Some carriers offer additional discounts if the vessel is stored on land.

LB: Is a boat covered by auto insurance when towed?

Reiff: No, but your auto policy should provide liability coverage for injury or damage to someone else’s property while towing a boat.

LB: How do I know if an insurance company is reputable?

Reiff: A.M. Best’s and Moody’s ratings are available to the public. There’s no reason to choose a carrier with anything less than an “A” rating.

LB: Is there a specific policy for watersports liability?

Reiff: Most companies will automatically include this coverage at no additional charge. Others offer it as a premium option.

LB: What deductible should I choose?

Reiff: If your boat is financed, the bank may require a minimum deductible. Otherwise, it’s smart to choose the highest deductible you can afford. You’ll save money in the long run, as a higher deductible means a lower premium year in and year out. Plus, this will make you think twice before putting in a small claim; and staying claims-free will keep your premium lower.

You may also choose a disappearing deductible. With this, the company rewards you for staying claims-free by reducing your deductible 25 percent per year. If you choose this option, after four years you have no deductible.

SkiSafe is the managing general agent for SkiSafe and SeaSafe programs underwritten by Axis Insurance Co. Dedicated exclusively to recreational marine insurance programs since 1980, SkiSafe underwrites in all 50 states.

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ocated on the western tip of Lake Erie’s Catawba Island, about 20 miles due west of Sandusky, the family-owned Catawba Island Marina South got its official start in 1986, but its origins date back to the 1940s.

The semi-private marina is closely affiliated with the adjacent Catawba Island Club and its private marina, which means access to the club’s fuel dock, pump-out and full-service repair offerings.

Originally established in 1928 as The Catawba Cliffs Beach Club Inc., the facility was purchased in 1967

by James Stouffer Sr., son of Stouffer Foods founder Vernon Stouffer and rechristened Catawba Island Club.

“Catawba Island Club is a premier private recreational facility,” says Ken Williams, director of golf and marketing, citing its 18-hole golf course, 350-slip marina and two communities (with a third in progress).

“That same culture of expertise and service extends into the marina operations. A lot of people don’t realize all of that is available right here in Port Clinton.”

All of the club’s facilities have expanded over the years. The club’s marina started in 1967 and grew over the years to include the main harbor basin and the

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south harbor basin. The South Marina was originally an all-rack operation before expanding into its own full-service marina in 1986.

Of the marina’s 60 slips, which can accommodate vessels up to 70 feet, few are typically available for transients; it depends on how many boats are gone.

Making reservations in advance is recommended.

Today, the marina offers 168,000 square feet of indoor heated storage and a 40-ton lift. It also has one of the few 70-ton lifts in the Western basin.

But that’s not all.

“The views are majestic,” says Jack Madison, general manager of marina operations. “It’s kind-of a unique spot for boaters to enjoy.”

And there’s more in the works. The long-term master plan for the club includes a beach, an expanded marina, an ice rink, and an indoor pool.

The bottom line, Madison says, is that the location just can’t be beat. “We’re in a well-protected harbor with deep channels, and we’re only a two-hour boat ride from Cleveland. That, combined with access to service and expertise of the club, makes this a special place.” r PHOTOS COURTESY OF CATAWBA ISLAND CLUB

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Address Catawba Bay 5333 E. Swan Dr. Port Clinton, OH 43452 Specs Bedrooms: 3 or more Baths: 2 or more Square Footage: 1,690-3,800 Acreage: 125 acres Price for remaining lots: $69,900 to $165,900 Price for lots with homes: From $255,900 Price for townhome condominiums: From $297,000 Contact Anna Piacentino Director of Sales, Catawba Bay 419-797-2100 Email: sales@catawbabay.com Website: catawbabay.info

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ocated on 125 stunning acres of Catawba Island’s west harbor, the Catawba Bay development sits adjacent to Port Clinton, Marblehead and Sandusky and is within easy reach of sparkling Lake Erie.

It’s hard to believe that until 2003, the land was a trailer park; that’s when developers Bill Van Der Giessen, Pete Weimer and Bob Snyder saw potential in this private parcel and began developing what is now Catawba Bay. The development will have 185 homes onsite by the time it’s completed in 2017. To appeal to buyers of all kinds, Catawba Bay incorporates a range of properties, including 62 single-family homes, 113 condominiums, 10 villa homes and 12 cottages. All properties have water views, many floor plans to choose from, and plenty of customization options.

While some available sites are already finished, many are not, which gives buyers the unique opportunity to customize.

“We have many single-family-home floor plans available and do a lot of custom home building,” says Anna Piacentino, director of sales for Catawba Bay. “On the interior, we have many finishes available, including wood, ceramic, porcelain, marble and carpet for flooring,” Piacentino says. “For countertops, we have

granite, Silestone, Corian, concrete and laminate, and our custom cabinet maker has various woods, stains and styles.”

On the exterior, there are various choices in terms of siding colors, roof colors and stone arrangements.

The condominiums, which offer door-to-dock access, also have the option of adding a basement to create additional living space. Slips are available exclusively for lease by Catawba Bay residents at a cost of $1,200 per year.

There are plenty of additional perks to living within Catawba Bay. Lost Lake is a perfect spot to jet ski and kayak, and a 2-mile nature trail surrounds the development. There is currently one marina onsite, one pool and a clubhouse with fitness center, and plenty of common green space.

Plans call for two additional marinas and a second pool.

While there’s no actual Lake Erie frontage within Catawba Bay, there’s plenty of water to enjoy — from the channel, to Lost Lake, to the three marinas. And Lake Erie is easily accessible.

“It takes approximately 20 minutes to get from the marina through the west harbor to the lake,” says Piacentino. “There are several stops that can be made from this point to the lake, such as gas docks and restaurants.” r PHOTOS COURTESY OF CATAWBA BAY

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1989 SLICKCRAFT 279SC, 330hp, SS prop, waterheater, video depthsounder, marine radio, camper canvas, much more. well kept. dual axle float on trailer. $13,500.

651-470-7548.

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2003 SEA RAY 320 SUNDANCER, 32’, Twin 350MAG, 300hp Mercruiser inboards, Raymarine electronics, sleeps 5, 2 refrigerators, microwave, stove. Only $99,900. Contact 574-210-4640. NOV12

1987 SEA RAY 340 SPORT FISHERMAN. 34’, Low hours, twin 454s, freshwater only, heated storage in winter.

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1978 34 MAINSHIP I TRAWLER. Perkins Diesel, Radar, Davits, Windlass, Fresh Water Boat. Needs some deck work. $34,900 Negotiable. 905-389-5719.

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1997 SEA RAY 280 CUDDY CABIN. 150 hours, lightly used, very clean, bottom paint, GPS/color chart, twin 5.7s, vhf, trim tabs, swim platform, stereo, CD/MP3, new frig, wet bar, extra vests, shore power, head, inside storage.

630-466-1919 SEP12

2004 FORMULA 31PC with Twin 350 Mag MerCruiser Bravo lll. Raymarine electronics. Pristine condition $107,000.

630-926-9027 or stevetheis@yahoo.com AUG12

1997 CROWNLINE 330 EXPRESS CRUISER, Mid-cabin, T-260 HP MerCruiser 5.7L, Bravo III drives, air/ heat, generator, cockpit ice maker, large swim platform, 2008 Garmin 8.4” chart, 18HD radar, GPS, digital sounder, ICOM VHF. MI. $59,000.

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1993 CARVER 350 VOYAGER, 35 x 13’3”, Always Fresh Water, Well Maintained, Winters Heated Storage,Widow must sell, $500 Gas Card to buyer @ closing. $59,900, info@winterha.com or 315-676-9276.

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1972 GRAND BANKS 32' SEDAN. Wood, Ford Lehman 120 diesel. Completely restored 1999, new canvas 2010. $24,900. Make offer 218-525-4522.

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2003 SEA RAY 340 SUNDANCER. One owner. Low hours, new batteries and bottom paint, kept in heated storage.

Loaded. Pictures available. 231-218-0668.

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1999 TIARA 3500 OPEN, LOA 35’-6”, Beam 13’-3”, 7.4 Crusader Gas Engines 485 hrs., Canvas like new, Full electronics, Teak/holly sole, Air conditioning, Professionally maintained, Lake Erie boat, $128,900.00.

419-433-8071 or pewman@mac.com NOV12

RARE 1968 36’ CHRIS CRAFT CORVETTE. Twin 327’s/ V-drives. Excellent condition, fresh water boat. Pictures available. E.J Mertaugh Boat Works. $89,000.

906-484-2434.

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2000 SEA RAY 380 SUNDANCER T7.4 Merc. HorizonsGarmin. 2010 GPS, low hours (280). Excellent. Like new. Best offer. 315-469-1712 days, 315-476-3901 eve and weekends.

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2002 MAXUM 4200 SC. 1 owner. Pristine Condition! Fully loaded! Twin Turbo Cummins Diesels. 430 Hours. 2 state rooms, 2 heads. Pictures available. $184,900.

519-590-5959.

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1988 BERTRAM 37 CONVERTIBLE Twin CAT 3208 4 Cycle Engines with 950 original hours, 100% Freshwater, Two Owners, Newer Electronics, Generator, Inverter, Full Canvas, NEW LISTING - MUST SEE! Asking $139,900.

Call Brent @ Reed Yacht Sales 616-402-0180 RYS

NEW FOUR WINNS 2010 38 FT IPS twin diesels, nav pack. $329,000. 231-733-2433. haroldh@hallssportcenter.com SEP12

40’ 1967 CHRIS CRAFT CORINTHIAN. Rare awesome award winner. Needs nothing. Nov ‘08 survey.

Please, serious inquiries only. 586-243-6861. SEP12

1990 42’ “GOLDEN EGG” EGG HARBOR. 45’10” LOA. Beautiful Fresh Water Boat. Never Fished. Professionally Maintained. Indoor Heated Storage. Twin 400 HP Detroit Diesels. Many Upgrades. $159,900. www.eggharborboatforsale.com. 616-335-3318 OCT12

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2000 CRUISERS YACHTS 4270, Exc Cond, new radar, plotter, GPS, complete bottom job 3\12, dinghy and motor.

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2007 TIARA 4300 SOVRAN 38’ 1995 CARVER SANTEGO, Under 600 hrs. Great Condition, GPS, Radar, Optional bedding to sleep 6, Ice Maker/Wet Bar, Generator, dual heat/air, plus more. $65,900. tomrayl@aol.com, 260-341-5220.

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1989 SEARAY 420 SUNDANCER

2007 TIARA 4300 SOVRAN. Big Volvo IPS Power!

Factory installed joystick. Recently reduced! $439,900. Contact Mike@WaypointMarineSales.com, 419-344-7518.

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1987 38’ CARVER MOTOR YACHT. Contains cruising extras.

Continually updated Great Lakes boat. Owner Retiring.

Currently in Michigan. $65,000. 216-496-2162.

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1989 SEARAY 420 SUNDANCER new int/ext, camper, gen, auto, air/ht, radar,sat nav,ice mkr, 12disc cd, fresh wtr,low hours,340 mercs, oil chg sys, nice finishes, pictures. excellent, $75,000. 231-622-2347, jvanderzee@hargray.com NOV12

51 FOOT, 2000 SEA RAY 450 EXPRESS BRIDGE, very low hours, immaculate condition, big Cummins, loaded, always under cover, fresh water Ky. Lake, $199,750. frankit2@msn.com, 618-713-2220.

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2000 380 SEA RAY SUNDANCER 37’ 1967 CHRIS CRAFT ROAMER. Aluminum, 6v53 Detroit Diesels, only one ever built. Completely restored, Fresh Water, under cover, $69,900. 618-578-8982.

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Charters BAREBOAT CANADA’S FABULOUS NORTH CHANNEL, LAKE HURON. 25 power and sailboats, 27’-50’, cruise and learn, skippered. Canadian Yacht Charters, Gore Bay, Ontario. 800-565-0022. email: info@cycnorth.com, www.cycnorth.com RUC

1981 HATTERAS 48 MOTOR YACHT Excellent Condition!

Generator, Full Electronics, Tender with Outboard, Full Helm and Aft Enclosure, MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! Asking $209,900. Call Paul Reed @ Reed Yacht Sales 419-304-4405 RYS

STUNNING 2000 54’ NEPTUNUS EXPRESS. Fully-equipped, powerful & rare C-12 Caterpillars w/low hours, never in salt water, luxurious leather & cherry wood throughout, well-maintained, everything works and ready to go for summer! Steal it for $350K. Contact Charles: 312-793-5480; klf860@gmail.com.

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Powerboat 1998 SILVERTON 312 SEDAN CRUISER Original Owner 170 Hours Excellent Condition Loaded With Extras East Chicago, In. D-30. $55,000. Ron 708-447-3225.

AUG12 34’ 1981 MAINSHIP. 200hp Perkins 3k hrs. Dual helm, good canvas, newer upholstery, updated electronics. Stored indoors. Good condition. $26,000. 989-323-0792 AUG12 REDUCED! 1996 CARVER 370 Aft Cabin, twin 454 EFI Crusaders, 650 hrs. Gen set w/70 hrs. Sleeps 6, master with head & shower, forward stateroom with head & shower, GPS, radar, Depth, VHF, synchronizer, $89,500.

419-367-8646 OCT12 2005 RIVIERA 40 FLYBRIDGE. One owner, Like new. Many extras. $369,000. Contact jameskosiur@gmail.com AUG12

2005 GB EASTBAY 49 SEDAN 2005 GB EASTBAY 49 SEDAN. Single Owner! Custom Hard Enclosure! Flag Blue Hull! Only 335 hours.

Always Fresh Water! $699,000. Contact: Mike@ WaypointMarineSales.com 419-344-7518.

AUG12

DOCKOMINIUMS FOR SALE DUNCAN BAY BOAT CLUB, 40', 60', 88'. Clubhouse, pool, floating docks, WiFi and more. Cheboygan, Michigan.

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866-993-3625, sales@duncanbay.com FEB13

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CAPT. LARRY LOWE WILL MOVE YOUR BOAT, 1983 53FT HATTERAS Motoryacht 8V71TI, Low Hours, Freshwater, Stabilized, Flybridge, Enclosed Aftdeck, Professorially Maintained, Heated Storage, Many Upgrades, Bristol, $299,000, 989-385-9024.

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2001 HATTERAS 55’ CONVERTIBLE Twin CAT 3412E, 1400 bhp, 765 hours, 100% Freshwater, Excellent Condition, Raised Panel Cherry Interior, Newer Electronics, 3 Staterooms/2 Heads, Many Options and Customs, NEW LISTING - MUST SEE! Asking $624,900. Call Brent @ Reed Yacht Sales, 616-402-0180 RYS

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Can You See Me Now? Radar becomes mainstream. BY DAVE WALLACE

F Eventually, every need finds a solution, and radar visibility became a serious need.

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og was never a threat to me, until I graduated to Great Lakes cruising. After years of inland water innocence, I collided with a totally opaque fog bank while running offshore in a friend’s sailboat. The event left me with damp pants and great respect. The only guide I had to orient me with the shoreline was the distant sound of a power lawnmower; invisible, but too damn close for comfort.

This was the era radar was just breaking into the recreational boating market, and only high-end cruisers could afford the space and investment required. When fog rolled in unexpectedly, only the largest and fastest vessels had radar eyes. Those of us out there in lesser vessels could only pray our low profiles and skinny masts were enough to reflect a blip of warning on those grainy old black and white screens.

Eventually, every need finds a solution, and radar visibility became a serious need. We welcomed the arrival of the first low cost radar reflectors for vulnerable boats to use as a defense. Reflectors were particularly popular among the rag baggers whose profiles were the lowest, and whose masts offered the most effective place to hoist one.

I’m sure you’re familiar with those distinct shapes. They remain the same today as they did back in the dark ages of their introduction. An assembly of thin, metallic discs about the diameter of a dinner plate and assembled to provide a multi-directional honeycomb of reflective surfaces.

There was no practical way to test their performance, but they were cheap and easy to fly from a mast.

Everyone with a sailboat on our dock had one, so the sheer volume of use increased our confidence. This confidence was never tested out on open water, so the true effectiveness of these low cost reflectors remained a mystery for as long as we sailed.

Years later, we upgraded to a hefty trawler. Marine radar had advanced in both quality and affordability, to the point where having one on board a cruising boat was no longer a big deal. Neither was the fog. We learned to steer around blips on the screen as easily as we steered around buoys in the sunlight.

One foggy day, we were negotiating the narrow waterway between the Manitou Islands and the northern Michigan shoreline. Old-timers called it the “slot” because it was just tight enough to make passing freighters maneuver through rather carefully. We were

making our way in the haze, paying special attention to the radar screen. It was then that a seriously major blip came into view. Obviously a large vessel worth avoiding.

As the blip moved closer, I was careful to give it plenty of passing room. Then, in a brief patch of thinning fog, I saw the faint outline of a sailboat moving north under power. At that same moment, a call came over the radio: “Southbound trawler on my starboard, can you see me on your radar?”

“You project a freighter-sized blip,” I replied. “Had me fooled!”

At that point I could barely make out the thin profile of his mast, but I could see a large cylinder attached above the spreaders. The curious skipper thanked me and confirmed he had just invested in this unique new reflector upgrade and wanted to make sure it was working as advertised.

DAVE WALLACE has been boating in the

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