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PRIDE MARINE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER For breaking news, join our live feeds:  
Pic of the month: Jim's fishing adventures on Charleston Lake, Ontario
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 THE DECEMBER BLOW-BY-BLOWGreetings!Thanks for reading our December newsletter. It was a big month for the boating industry as the huge marine trade show (METS) was held as usual in Amsterdam and all the shiny new toys were unveiled. You'll see many of these products at the various boat shows this winter, but if you want a sneak peek, check out some of the DAME (innovation award) winners. Spinlock's Deckvest Lite is one of our favourites. If anything catches your eye, let us know and we'll investigate!
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The Ongoing Destruction/Renovations at Pride Marine
 Due to our ongoing renovations, the store showroom will continue to be closed until mid December, but that hasn't stopped some of you from dropping by to witness the action (and carnage).
Although the showroom is officially closed, we will continue to accept web orders and special orders during this period.
We appreciate your patience and are excited to announce our grand re-opening shortly!
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 Product Spotlight: Spinlock Deckvest Lite
Spinlock's latest inflatable lifejacket won't be available until January 2012, though we have already added it to our web site. This revolutionary vest features vibrant colours and is an ultra-light solution for the faster power and day-sailing applications where lightness and agility really matter.
Check it out in the New Products list below.
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December's Hot New Products
Check out our New Products page to learn about:
- Garelick Hydraulic Outboard Motor Bracket
- Gill's new line of fabric cleaners and "casual" clothing
- Amazing Sailing Stories hardcover novel
- Standard Horizon's new touchscreen chartplotters (7 and 10 inch)
- Standard Horizon's new handheld and fixed mount VHF radios
- Lewmar's CPX windlasses
- Raymarine's E7 Touchscreen Multi-function Display (finally!)
- Raymarine's i70 multi-function instruments
- Ganz solar panels and accessories
- Jackson Grills and Kuuma's latest BBQs
- Mustang floater coats and jackets, and lifejackets for children and youth
- Spinlock Deckvest Lite
- and more!
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 November Pop Quiz Results
Last month we asked you to identify the highlighted anchor part. We're proud to announce that 72% of you answered "fluke", which was the correct answer. Technically, we should have called them "flukes" because two are highlighted, and we're happy that no one called us on it.
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Poll Question: LYRA 2012 Regatta
 LYRA's (Lake Yacht Racing Association) 2012 Regatta will be held in Oswego, NY on the first weekend of August 2012. This event normally hosts 2 days of racing for the PHRF fleet (in contrast to the 3 days for other fleets), but a discussion is taking place on this particular subject.
Since many of the participants travel large distances to attend, should this year's event have 3 days of course racing for the PHRF fleet, or should it keep the current 2-day format? Potential race attendees are asked to submit their preference.
For more information and to voice your opinion, visit our News/Events Page |
Deal of the Month: Free Gill Beanies and Rescue Knives
 Purchase $189.00 or more of Gill products and receive a Gill Cable Knit Beanie Hat free! Purchase $389 or more of Gill products and also get a Personal Rescue knife for free! Purchases must be made before December 25, 2010. Limit 1 per customer per household. To receive your free item, submit a Holiday Promotion Coupon by February 1/2012. You can find Gill items on our site under the Clothing category.
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 Searching for Christmas gift ideas?
Check out the Featured Items list on our home page. We've added plenty of goodies that will knock the stockings off your favourite boater!
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 Perko has announced a recall on their angled deck fills, manufactured between April and May 2011. We didn't sell any of these models, but if you purchased one elsewhere, you might want to check the Perko recall page.
 Spinlock has announced an upgrade to the jaws on their ZR1014 clutch. The new jaws feature a more defined anodised surface and a PTFE bearing strip on the lower jaw which is profiled to move dirt away from its surface and remain lubricated for longer. Customers with these clutches are entitled to a free upgrade - contact Spinlock directly!
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 Marooned? No Big Deal!
Yachting on the high seas has its potential dangers. Have you ever laid awake at night wondering what you would do if you were shipwrecked on a deserted island with no streams or visible source of drinking water? Worry no more!
Thanks to HowStuffWorks, we know know how to create a beach well - a useful skill when you find yourself in this particular situation. As for distilling it into rum, you're on your own.
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Deck Hardware Vocabulary 101: Bow Chocks
Straight bow chocks:  Skene bow chocks: 
Class Dismissed!
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New Site Feature: Enhanced Searching
 We've beefed up our site's search function! Not only can you add or remove search filters, but as well the results include photos, product details, and product codes - all three should help you find the item you're looking for faster and more effectively. Take it for a spin! P.S., We've also beefed up our links page with local marine services (Kingston), weather links and a "partial list" of the brands we carry.
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That's all folks! As usual, we hope you enjoyed this newsletter. Read more on our web site, www.pridemarine.com, drop by the store (well.. maybe not yet) or better, give us a ring toll-free at 1-888-732-8883. Cheers! David & Janice Wilby and the crew: Clive, Chris, Fiona and Erika. (The Lean, Mean, Pride Marine Team) "Who is staring at the sea is already sailing a little."
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