Weather is the lifeblood of boating – it shapes every passage, every outing, and every decision on the water. This Father’s Day, Boating New Zealand and PredictWind are giving readers the chance to gift Dad something far more useful than another mug or gadget: the world’s leading marine weather forecasting package.
By subscribing or renewing your Boating New Zealand magazine subscription before 1 October 2025, you’ll go in the draw to win a one-year PredictWind Professional package valued at NZD $800.
PredictWind is trusted by more than a million sailors worldwide, from weekend boaties to offshore racers. Its high-resolution weather models deliver pinpoint accuracy for your exact location, providing detailed data on wind, waves, gusts, and pressure systems. Trip-planning and routing tools optimise courses using real-time forecasts, while custom alerts ensure you’ll never miss a critical change in conditions.
With global coverage, fast-charging updates, and an easy-to-use interface, PredictWind takes the guesswork out of planning time on the water. Whether Dad’s dreaming of coastal cruising or tackling bluewater passages, this tool helps him sail smarter, safer, and with confidence.
Subscriptions start at just $75, and this Father’s Day they could come with the ultimate bonus – a year of PredictWind Professional.