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Summer Events Sizzle
As the season kicks into high gear,
power boaters coast to coast are experiencing one of the hottest
summers on record. With many events taking place across the country,
the boating spirit is at a fever-pitch and, from what I have seen,
there's no sign of slowing down as marinas and dealers are working
double-time to keep up with the hectic pace of fun-fueled boaters.
To keep you
current with the hottest trends, our staff has already started attending
special invitation-only launches and dealer meetings across the
continent to see what's on the burner for 2003. So far, some of
the hot news includes the unveiling of Meridian Yachts, a new line
of luxury vessels from U.S Marine. Introduced in New York City,
the lineup will range from 34 to 54 feet with plans to launch a
49' and a 58' as early as the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat
Show, October 31-November 4. Bayliner is also making waves with
its 175 BR, an economically priced family runabout that is guaranteed
to turn heads at upcoming shows. Be sure to look for reviews on
these models in upcoming issues.
If you're in
the market for a new model, check out the 12th annual Port Credit
In-Water Boat Show, August 23-25. Port Credit Harbour Marina is
the place to be for boaters shopping for a new boat or the latest
marine supplies. On September 12-15, the Toronto In-Water Boat Show,
held at Ontario Place, promises to be an action-packed showcase
of the most recent launches and a wealth of power and boat gear.
In Western Canada, be sure to visit Victoria's Inner Harbour Labour
Day weekend for the Classic Boat Festival. Up to 100 classic sail
and power boats from throughout the Pacific Coast will be on display.
And there's much more in store as marinas and communities add to
the summer sizzle with their own brand of summer fun. B
ON VOYAGE,
JACK PERDUE!
On a different note, we launch this issue with a fond farewell to
an old friend and longtime contributor, Jack Perdue, one of the
founding members of Power Boating Canada and a key member of our
Technical Advisory Council. Jack has graced our pages for more than
15 years, providing readers with his widely read (and immensely
enjoyed) Waterfront Watch column, in-depth boat tests and numerous
exciting boating destinations in North America and around the world.
It goes without
saying that each of Captain Jack's writings was insightful, vibrant
and informative. Jack enlightened us all with his vast storehouse
of nautical subjects, from the fundamentals of knot-tying and his
collection of unusual boating terms to his challenging nautical
quizzes.
But, as Jack
told me, the time has come to turn off his typewriter and travel
to the many exotic places he has always wanted to explore. We'll
certainly miss his keen insight, unique sense of humor and lively
stories that helped shape Power Boating Canada and place it as the
premier boating publication in the country today.
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