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| PRIDE MARINE MONTHLY (October Issue) | 1 October 2010 |
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THE OCTOBER BLOW-BY-BLOW
Greetings!
 Thanks as always for shopping with Pride Marine!
Now the experience is even better; in the last month, we've revamped various areas of our web site by adding more wizards, product guides, product-status indicators, and further reduced shipping fees on medium-to-large parcels and express shipments.
Our Autumn/Winter hours are now in effect; Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm Eastern.. but of course, the web site is always open! |
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How-To Advice: Sizing up Alternators
Does your engine need a new alternator? Want to play matchmaker?
Finding the perfect alternator for your engine doesn't have to be a headache - we've beefed up our Alternators/Regulators page so you can determine step-by-step which Balmar alternator is best for you both! |
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Replacing your Rigging: Don't be Frayed!
 A recent study indicates that sailors who try to replace forestays and shrouds in April or May are far more likely to experience Delayed Launch Syndrome (DLS).
Prevent DLS! This is a gentle reminder to thoroughly inspect your rigging in the Autumn, and GET IT REPLACED NOW. This will ensure you get a perfect start on next year's season!
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Can't find the Fountain of Youth? Better install a windlass!
Was this the season that nearly broke your back? If hauling up the anchor and heavy chain is a job that seems to get harder every year, consider installing a windlass; with the touch of a button, your anchor can go from bottom to bow in seconds! Windlasses can also significantly increase your boat's resale value. Learn more about windlasses here. |
 Product of the Month: Source LED Chart Light
There's nothing finer than a night at sea, and charting your course at a well-lit chart table is part of a positive experience! A low-draw chart light with red-light option and flexible arm will be your best friend; may we recommend Source LED's Touch-on Chart Light?
Simply tap the light to turn on 16 'warm white' lights, tap again for 4 red, tap again for all 20 lights, and once more to turn off. It draws only 0.07-0.24 Amps with 170 Lumens / 12W of light and is waterproof! At only $58.99 CAD, it makes a great gift!
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New 2011-2012 Harken catalogue!
 Harken's latest catalogue is hot off the presses with mind-blowing new hardware! Need a copy? Next time you place an order with us, in Step #5 (Notes Section) of the Shopping Cart, just add a note asking to include a copy, and we'll throw one into your shipment for free. Digital copies are available from Harken online but do you really want to get drool all over your keyboard?
HOT TIP: Need a Harken price in a pinch? Take the Harken part number and check out the 2010 Harken Price List PDF in our Resource Center. 2011 Prices will be online early in the new year! |
Tip for Surviving the Winter: The Jug Method
 Covering your boat with a tarp this year? We've had some positive feedback about the Jug Method and thought we'd pass it along.
Recently tested against Hurricane Earl, the Jug Method is winning over hearts and minds across the land. Why not give it a try?
For detailed instructions, you can click here. |
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For more details, please visit our web site at www.pridemarine.com, drop by the store or give us a ring toll-free at 1-888-732-8883!
David Wilby, Janice Wilby, Clive Webber and Chris Hall
(The Lean, Mean, Pride Marine Team)
"There is nothing -- absolutely nothing -- half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats. In or out of 'em, it doesn't matter. Nothing seems really to matter, that's the charm of it. Whether you get away, or whether you don't; whether you arrive at your destination or whether you reach somewhere else, or whether you never get anywhere at all, you're always busy, and you never do anything in particular; and when you've done it there's always something else to do, and you can do it if you like, but you'd much better not."
- Ratty, Wind in the Willows
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