A Regal Game Changer

Regal has begun production on two all-new deck boat models, the Regal 27 FasDeck and the Regal 27 FasDeck RX. These new models sport Regal’s UltraLounge aft bench and convertible sun pad. The Regal UltraLounge has a multi-position back-rest that is designed to easily convert from an aft facing bench seat to a forward facing bench seat, then to an aft facing lounger and finally to a flat sun-pad that is integrated into the cockpit arena seating. The FasDeck has a fully-enclosed head with sink and plenty of storage, plus the swim platform is mounted only inches from the water for easy boarding. Both versions offer the high-performance and fuel efficiency of Regal’s FasTrac Hull design. Regal’s full width stepped hull draws air under the planning surface of the FasDeck, literally, “un-sticking” the boat from water tension that builds up under traditional hulls. This makes the Regal 27 FasDeck models operate like high performance sport boats, while achieving exceptional fuel economy. “With our FasTrac hull, we made it sporty, similar to what Porsche accomplished with their Cayenne Coupe when compared to other SUVs,” said Duane Kuck, President and CEO. regalboats.com

Raritan Innovation For Better Discharge Control

Raritan knows more about effluent than anyone and that’s why they are interested in helping you to protect the environment by following mandated waste discharge regulations. To that end, Raritan offers the Tru-Design Electronic Aquavalve. Ideal for use in applications where remote push-button diversion and control of discharge flow is needed, Aquavalve can be integrated into a vessel’s electronic system to give owners full electronic control from one location. The control panel also has a Holding Tank Lock feature, which when paired with responsible holding tank use, helps prevent accidental discharge. raritaneng.com

Flexible Solar Panels  – Equal In Strength And Power

At least that’s what the folks at CBC Corp, manufacturers of the Ganz Eco-Energy Flexible Solar Panels claim. Made expressly for marine use, their solar panels are highly efficient, weatherproof and designed to provide clean, quiet and reliable power in 6W, 12W, 30W, 40W and 55W units. These solar cells have the industry’s highest conversion efficiency, providing maximum power while taking up less space on deck. An unbreakable plastic film surface with semi-flexible aluminum backing make these panels ideal for mounting on flat or gently curved decks. Each panel has 4 grommet-finished holes for mounting along with 10 feet of outdoor rated power cable that connects directly to your battery or a charge controller. These panels provide an excellent electrical source to trickle charge 12V batteries and other devices. cbcamerica.com

The Perfect Bungee?

We’ve all had bad experiences with bungee cords. They lose their stretch and fall apart from sun and salt air exposure. The Perfect Bungee from Just Ducky Products is designed to not crack, break, split, become brittle or scuff, and can withstand exposure to salt water, oil, ozone and even comes with a lifetime guarantee. Made of super-strong polyurethane, the Perfect Bungees stretch up to twice their original length. Available in a variety of sizes and colors, the Perfect Bungee is the perfect tool to have while enjoying a day on the boat.
The Flex Web Bungee is perfect for securing anything trying to jump ship. String several fixed end cords together via a central ring to create a 4, 6, or 8 arm “web” in two different lengths. Then toss them into your locker without a worry!
Just Ducky also makes the Boat Snubber which can withstand 1,000 pounds of pull and can accommodate up to a 3/4-inch diameter mooring line. justduckyproducts.com

Dual Touch Display With Fingertip Control

Are you addicted to the pinch and wipe associated with really smart devices like the iPhone/iPad? Now there’s a marine multi-touch monitor available with the same technology from Kessler-Ellis Products (KEP) Marine. The new KEPM GB Dual Touch Glass Bridge Display series offers fingertip control on a haze- and glare-free screen. Designed to enhance the use of nav software such as Furuno MaxSea, Nobeltec TimeZero Trident and others, the KEPM GB series comes in 15-, 17-, 19- and 22-inch (widescreen) displays. kepmarine.com

One Mean Looking Anchor

If the newest anchor on the market has a bite that’s as mean as its look, then the XYZ Extreme is bound to succeed. Founded in 2005, XYZ Marine Products has created a precision, heavy duty, light and compact anchor with a holding power equal to 2-3 times that of other anchors. The XYZ delivers almost instant and deep setting with a related 360-degree performance. Its design enables setting even on very hard-to-penetrate bottoms such as slippery weeds, corals and mixed sand/weeds/rocks. The modular XYZ offers a choice of flukes and is made of 316L stainless steel or light marine grade aluminum (3/8”/10mm solid machined plate). The anchor’s saw cutting blade is machined with the precision of ultra hard 17-4PH stainless steel. The fluke area of the 18lbs/8kg Extreme is about equal to the fluke area of a 45lbs/20kg
CQR or Bruce. The shank is built from mirror polished 2205 stainless steel. Practical Sailor Magazine gave the XYZ Extreme high marks stating, “We awarded it a top pick based on its performance. This boat anchor will not break out, even when overpowered. Competitors were Delta, Bruce, Spade, Bulwagga, CQR and all the other best boat anchors in the world.” xyzanchor.com