What's new: June 08

A jacket that thinks for itself
The new Henri Lloyd Atmosphere Jacket is part of the Atmosphere 360 range and is constructed by one of the most technically advanced fabrics ever made by Henri Lloyd
TP AC is a new waterproof, windproof and extremely breathable fabric that is temperature sensitive. It works by responding to the wearer's body temperature, by either encouraging both heat and vapour to escape, helping cool the wearer, or by restricting the loss of heat therefore helping to maintain warmth. The outer fabric has also been treated with a super-durable water-repellency finish, which helps to shed water, therefore accelerates drying times and increasing comfort.
All seams are micro-stitched and taped to ensure an extremely durable and fully protected jacket. The shape is contoured to reduce windage, articulated for ease of movement and the differential hem offers both more protection and ease of fit.
The jacket is available in dark navy (S to XXL) and white (S - XL) and retails for $250.
For your nearest retailer please email sales@burkemarine.com.au

Navico appoints key sales staff
Navico has appointed two highly-experienced people to key sales roles with a focus on growing the Northstar and Simrad brands in Australia.
As Northstar/Simrad regional sales managers, Kenneth Thompson (Thompson, having previously worked for Pacific Marine and Quin Marine, recently relocated to the Gold Coast from Adelaide to take up his new position at Navico's Southport sales office.
Graham is ex-Raymarine and has commenced at Navico's Sydney-based headquarters.
With pending Australian launches of the Simrad GB40, IS20, NX40 and NX45, along with a host of Northstar products, both said they were looking forward to the challenge.
For more information on Navico products ph (02) 9936 1000 or visit: www.navico.com Navico is the parent company to seven well-established marine electronics brands: B&G, Eagle, Lowrance, MX Marine, Navman, Northstar and Simrad.

Soar like an Eagle on the airwaves
Eagle has introduced a new range of high-performance marine VHF radios.
The fixed-mount EVR-150 and EVR-100, and the handheld EHR-10, are innovative and functional solutions for consumers seeking exceptional performance at an affordable price.
Eagle's new EVR-150 is a powerful, fixed-mount, 25/1-watt radio that offers full DSC SC-101 automatic distress operation plus high-res position polling and group calling.
The new EVR-100 7/1 watt, fixed-mount VHF radio has 14 times the RF transmission power of standard FRS radio. Also delivering all international marine channels, the EVR-100 has a 52mm segmented LCD screen and a five-key speaker microphone for left-handed or right-handed use.
Eagle's marine VHF line-up also includes innovation for the handheld market segment, with the new EHR-10 with 5/1-watt transmit power.
All radios come with a full two-year warranty.
RRPs start from $199 (EHR-10) and round out at $349 (EVR-150), excluding antennas.
For more information contact Navico Australia ph- (02) 9936 1000 or visit: www.eaglesonar.com.au

Seabreeze turns to water
Gold Coast-based distributor Seabreeze Industries has secured the distribution rights for the world-leading FCI Watermakers range of reverse osmosis systems.
Seabreeze Industries has forged a reputation of providing high quality marine air-conditioning, refrigeration and sanitation systems, and now watermakers complement their product range even further.
Seabreeze will initially concentrate on the Aquamiser Plus and Max Q Series from FCI, with the Aquamiser range perfect for smaller boats and yachts, and the Max Q Series designed for larger vessels.
Seabreeze is based at Norwell in Queensland and has service agents around the country.
For more information visit www.seabreeze-industries.com.au.

Wine that will travel
Quality wine is now available in an environmentally friendly crushable and recyclable B-Pak carton.
The Long-Flat B-Pak range includes semillon sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, cabernet merlot and shiraz and is available from more than 1000 stores Australia-wide..
The Brique range is exclusive to BWS, Dan Murphy's, Woolworths and Safety and comprises a classic dry white and a delicious medium-body shiraz cabernet sauvignon.
A one-litre B-Pak weights 20 percent less than a 750ml bottle of wine.
The sauvignon blanc retails for $9.99 and shiraz cabernet sauvignon for $8.99.

New from Beneteau
Handsome and well thought out, Beneteau's new Oceanis 37 follows in the footsteps of her bigger sisters, with a stylish and contemporary below-decks interior and clean dynamic external lines.
Above decks, the 37 is beautiful and functional. There is plenty of cockpit seating with enough room to walk easily around the helm. The helm station has a binnacle for all instrumentation and chartplotter easy and genoa winches are within easy reach of the helm.
Fractionally rigged with a 105-percent overlapping genoa, the 37's mainsail traveller is on the coach roof, keeping the cockpit clear and all control lines are led back to cockpit.
The 37 comes in a two or three-cabin layout, both with single head. There is exceptional stowage throughout.
Propulsion comes from a 30hp diesel engine, with a fuel capacity of 140L and a 346L fresh-water capacity.
Beneteau's new First 45 was also launched in Australia at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show.
The vessel features twin steering and is designed for lovers of fast, comfortable cruising or for IRC racing. The "S" version focuses on comfort with functionality while the "Regatta" version focuses on a performance program more suited to racing. This version comes with a choice of aluminium or carbon mast.
The Oceanis 37 (For more information ph (02) 9327 2088 or email sales@vicsail.com


In the hunt again
Another in the popular US-built range of Hunter yachts has arrived in the country, debuting at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show last month.
The Hunter 45DS replaces the highly successful Hunter 44, retaining some of that model's most positive characteristics while making improvements in key areas as a result of customer and dealer feedback.
Highlights include twin-wheel configuration, improved transom access from the cockpit with a wide, unobstructed walkway and an aft-facing pivoting chartplotter bracket which holds an optional Raymarine E-120 networked to a smaller full-function display at the navigation station.
There is a double ended mainsheet and stainless-steel traveller arch.
The Hunter 45DS is priced from $435,000.
For more information ph (02) 9281 4422or visit www.usyachts.com.au

Say no to barnacles
Australian-made Barnacle Guard is an innovative, non-toxic, eco-friendly antifouling device that floats around a marine structure with natural movement keeping it free from sludge, barnacles and oysters. The ring-shaped device scrubs a pylon 24 hours a day, preventing any marine life from accumulating on the surface.
Barnacle Guard is priced from $99.
For more information ph 1300 559 169 or visit www.barnacleguard.com.au

Fair-dinkum propellers
Australian manufacturer Tristream Propeller Company has released three-blade and four-blade folding stainless-steel propellers.
Manufacturers of the world's first stainless-steel folding yacht propeller, the company uses new technology to fully CNC machine the propellers in house. Any pitch and diameter combination is available, and the 90-degree folding blades fold down into a bullet like shape to allow minimal drag which gives substantial advantages under sail.
The propeller is geared so each of the blades moves simultaneously. Centrifugal forces open the spinning propeller and each blade is engineered with the majority of the weight on each outer edge.
A price was not available at the time of going to press.
For more information ph (02) 6025 7822 or visit www.tristream.com.au