June 2021
IT’S EASY BEING GREEN
Modern engineering makes it easy to reduce boating’s environmental impact while saving money at the same time.
SECOND SKIN
ZHIK’S 2021 edition Z-Skin Top is one of the thinnest-ever skinfitting neoprene tops.
The perfect performance top for wakeboarding, paddling, body bo...
MAKE IT A MINI
The QuickX3 Mini Gyro made its New Zealand debut at the recent Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show, mounted in the belly of the new Tino Marine 770 AMPH amphibiou...
Yesterday’s Charm
When Mason Clippers were advertised in Sea Spray magazine in the ‘60s the byline read: “The world’s finest powerboat – for those people in the positio...
The beauty of junk
There are books and then there are dangerous books. Dangerous books cannot be forgotten and can change your life. Sailor/author Annie Hill wrote a dan...
TRUMPY ICON FOR SALE
Launched in 1947, an elegant motor launch designed and built by one of America’s best-loved naval architects is on the market after a three-year, US$4...
Caring for your anchor rode
When did you last wash your anchor warp? Not a common maintenance item, but something that may be worth considering, especially if your boat’s more th...
SAFE ANCHOR
Burnsco's soft anchor bag is especially designed for personal watercraft (PWCs).
Easily stored in the front hatch, it won’t damage the gelcoat. Simpl...
SLEEP TIGHT
Kakapo Linen makes high-quality, customised bedwear for boats and RVs.
Born out of the founders’ desire for bedwear to fit the odd mattress shapes an...
KEEP ACTIVE
The importance of protecting your skin from harmful UV, even in cloudy conditions, is well understood.
Using a fine gauge, soft interlock weave, Zhik...
COASTAL BEAUTY
GILL’S NEW Coastal Jackets offer coastal and inshore boaties superior protection against the elements.
Made from XPLORE twolayer waterproof, windproo...
Bracing for winter
I always feel a little sad when the last vestiges of summer disappear and winter can no longer be denied.
Riviera welcomes its 800th team member
More than half of the more than 100 motor yachts the company builds annually are exported around the world.
Stabicraft earns second Red Dot award
The Red Dot Awards is one of the world’s largest design competitions where 20 international professionals judge thousands of submissions on innovation...
BBS Timber LTD
NZ owned and operated, BBS Timbers are dedicated to supplying a comprehensive range of high-quality timber and panels to construction companies, architects, designers, builders and individuals all o...
Douglas B Foote Ltd (DBF)
For over six decades, Douglas B Foote Ltd (DBF) has been a trusted name in precision engineering, providing high-performance marine hydraulic solutions to boatbuilders, shipyards, and marine operators across New Zealand. From its humble beginnings in a Takapuna garage in 1958, DBF has evolved into a specialist in CNC machining, hydraulic hose solutions, and manufacturer of its signature range of stainless steel hydraulic fittings, catering to the unique challenges of the marine environment.
DBF...
LATEST NEWS
Astender AST 400 Centre Console
Introducing the AST 400, the pinnacle of dinghy tenders. Meticulously designed and crafted, this all-new model, unveiled in 2024, offers unparalleled performance and versatility for the modern boater.
1972 Delta Delta 36
“Katinka” is a well-maintained example of the 1972 Delta 36, a proven bluewater cruiser with a rich sailing history and robust pedigree.