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Welcome to SGBoating DocksideNews
2014 marks exactly 30 years ago I bought my first boat back in 1984,
a very small Scamper 14 with a yet smaller 25 horsepower Johonson
outboard engine. I have seen many things over my 30 years in boating
as well as the boating business.
The most important thing I have seen is that boating changes people’s
lives by uniting them with their families and friends on the water.
Boating has had a very positive impact on my family, many friends
and me over the years. Every week I am either out water skiing,
cruising, fishing or enjoying the many benefits of boating. Teaching a child to ski, catch their first
fish, or explore a new destination is very rewarding. I feel so very proud when the wife of one of
our customers said to me that she appreciates seeing her husband relaxing, and watching the kids
spend time with their parents. Wow, that’s changing lives and giving families what they need – true
family bonding.
Boating is one of life’s greatest recreation and here at SGBoating, it is what gets me up each
morning, excited about life and our business. I am very proud of our team and their passion to serve
our customers’ boating needs as part of our SGBoating family.
That’s why SGBoating offerings are constantly evolving – we have great new products in our
line-up for this year, including Explorer Motor Yacht. We are very excited about working with our
manufacturing partners and sharing these impressive new products with you in the months to come.
The SGBoating mission however is the same. We take the hassle out of boating, treating our customers
with fairness and understanding, and helping them see all of the opportunities that boating brings to
their lives. It has been a tremendous privilege to bring the wonders of boating into your lives and to
be able to share in your journey as you discover family, freindships and beautiful destinations.
See you on the water….
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CONTENT PAGE
8 DISCOVER BOATING FUN
Bonding with Family and Friends Through
Boating. There has never been a Better Time
to be on the Water with your Loved Ones
and Friends.
18 EXPLORER MOTOR YACHTS
Every Explorer Motor Yacht is Unique. The
Option to select Bespoke Custom Elements
ensures that each Explorer is tailored to its
Individual Owner’s Specific Requirements.
10 CHAPARRAL – LEADING THE WAY 24 BEST BOATING APPS
With more Boat Models and New
Technology, Chaparral is Leading the Way in
Boating Experience
14 BEST OF BRITISH
Heritage, Passion, Sleek Styling,
Sophistication. The Attributes of British
Culture have been Seamlessly and
Beautifully Translated into Fairline collection
of Yachts.
16 PURSUIT BOATS
Pursuit builds a Versatile Boat with
International Appeal and each new Pursuit
customer receives the Legacy of Boat
Building Expertise and Passion from a
Legend in the Marine Industry.
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An iPad can come in handy in so many
ways when you’re on a boat. From checking
weather to locating the best fishing time
and tides.
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BOAT SPOTLIGHT
A round up of the latest boats from
manufacturers and upcoming new launches
and developments in the coming months.
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GEARS & ACCESSORIES
Great gifts on gears and accessories this
season for boaters
30 FASHION
The boating season is already in full swing.
Whether you’re planning an upcoming
getaway, cruise or romantic getaway to
somewhere warm and sunny, it’s important
to update your look.
32 WOMAN ON WATER
More women are getting wet on the water
these days and our goal at SGBoating is
making boating accessible and easy for all.
34 PETS ON BOARD
Great ideas to keep your pets safe and
happy on the water.
36 DESTINATIONS
The top destinations around our region for
your boating dreams.
GOING OFFSHORE TO
PURSUE YOUR DREAM
Sleek Styling. Serious Performance…Meet the Pursuit 385 Offshore! The
Pursuit flagship tips just under 40-feet with a time-tested and proven hull
design built for running through the rough stuff in dry comfort, while also
offering speed when you want it courtesy of triple 350-hp Yamaha V-8
outboard with optional Helm Master Controls. The Pursuit 385 Offshore
is equally at home just island hopping and cruising in lavish comfort or
trolling for blue water game fish in far-away shores
DISCOVER BOATING FUN
Bonding with Family and
Friends Through Boating
DocksideNews is more than just a magazine from
SGBoating. It lies at the very heart of the company,
which is bringing to you the joy of boating fun on the
water. While our technical age is less than a decade,
the company’s origins actually stretched back three
decades to the days when Eric Koh started getting
into boating and began buying/selling used boats
shortly thereafter. Fast forward 30 years and you see
the growth of SGBoating and the realization of a
dream: bringing the joy of life on the water to families
all over Singapore.
SGBoating is so much more than fiberglass and steel, blue water and boating
adventures. It is parents getting to know their children better, friends forming
new bonds and great new places unlocked by the magnifiance of water. With
world-class service, educational programs, and Rendezvous trips with other
boaters, we are unfolding amazing and joyous journey of discovery for all.
As SGBoating has grown into a boating know-how powerhouse in Singapore,
we have brought the transformative power of time on the water to an everincreasingly, diversive groups of people. We sell vessels that serve the needs
of customers whether their passion is leisure boating, fishing, watersports,
luxury yachts or vacations. SGBoating doesn’t just deliver boats to customers,
it delivers on the promise of a lifestyle that celebrates what is truly important –
time with friends, family, nature, even time for yourself. That is the central theme
SGBoating has adopted for the past decades.
The key to the SGBoating story is the way we deliver that dream. Selling a
customer a boat is just the start of a SGBoating relationship. We open doors
to a unique lifestyle – bringing together the ones that you love through life on
the water. We provide customers with a thorough in-water orientation of boat
operation as well as ongoing boat safety information,
maintenance, seminars, and demonstrations for the
entire family. The service extends well after the sale, too,
with organizing of boating Rendezvous & Rallies trips to
destinations, gatherings, and on-the-water events for you
to enjoy your boat.
SGBoating sells new and used pleasure and recreational
boats, fishing boats, trawler motor yachts, performance
crafts, luxurious yachts and charter boats. The company
also arranges boat financing, insurance, and extended warranty contracts,
provides boat repairs and maintenance services, and offers boat brokerage
services.
“At the end of the day it is about the people. It is people doing business with
people and building good relationships with customers, that leads to repeat
and referral business,” says Eric Koh. “We are all about the people and we’re
only as good as our people. “Our strategy is thus pretty basic. It’s what I had
fostered many years ago, and over the course of those years, which is, basically,
a customer centric strategy. It’s trying to remove the hassles of boating. We’ve
all heard the saying that the two best days are the day you buy it and the day
you sell it. Unfortunately, this has sort of been the approach that others have
created as most of them sell boats. And they treat the boat like a car: here it is,
and you take care of it in some cases, or we’ll take care of it if you bring it back
to us, and there’s no one to teach you how to use it and that type of thing. What
we try to do is we put the ‘ing’ in boating.
“It’s a pretty basic strategy, but it really fits the lifestyle that exists today. It’s
more about family today, and boating is one of the best family recreations that
I know of. If you want to know your kids, teach them how to ski, fish, scuba dive
and navigate. We can provide what families need today, and can support it to
make it a hassle-free experience,” Eric says.
TEKEK MARINA, PULAU TIOMAN
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CHAPARRAL: LEADING THE WAY
With more boat models and new technology,
Chaparral is leading the way in boating experience.
Chaparral has taken extensive steps to extend their product portfolio in recent years. Not only are
they on the cutting edge of technology. Chaparral is truly Leading the Way in boating experience.
“These new models epitomize the commitment to innovative thinking and inspired execution that
guides Chaparral consistent focus on enhancing the boating experience,” said Jim Lane, President
of Chaparral Boats.
Quality, innovation and experience come together like never before at Chaparral. Known the
world over, Chaparral operates with 1.2 million square feet under roof spanning more than 150
acres in USA. “Boats are our only business. Always have been. Centering our entire operation in
one location allows extremely high quality standards. Buyers enjoy the confidence of knowing
Chaparral maintains the most exacting and consistent quality and design manufacturing controls.”
Added Jim.
President Jim Lane and Founder Buck Pegg are a keen reason why
Chaparral has grown to become the world’s largest independent
manufacturer of stern drive powered pleasure boats. What started as
a friendship on the paddle ball courts of South Florida almost halfcentury ago has grown to become the most respected, experienced
and successful management duo in boating. Their accomplishments
are legendary. The partnership has mixed a conservative, fiscally
sound business approach with aggressive new product development.
Investments in new technology keep the company on the cutting edge.
Integrity is key. With the company’s 50th Anniversary just around the
corner, both remain accessible, open and involved every step of the
way. Their clearly defined roles have been the foundation of a perfect
partnership that is textbook business management at work.
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One difference that sets Chaparral apart from all other boat builders
is the people. Experience has no equal. Chaparral employs second and
third generation boat builders. Boat building is clearly in their bloodlines.
For most, building boats is not a job, but a passion and a pursuit of
excellence. There’s pride in the name Chaparral. You can see it in the
strength of the lamination schedule, in the lustre of the gelcoat, in the
innovative style lines and in the stitch work on the upholstery. No detail
is too small. No quality control standard too rigid.
From Chaparral family to you, always remember that you’re not just
buying a boat, you’re buying a Chaparral.
Chaparral 21 Sport H2O
Everything that has made Chaparral’s wildly popular
H2O Series the talk of the waterways, gets bigger and
better with the amazing 21 Sport. Who says value and
excitement don’t mix? The 21 Sport’s style is captivating,
but it’s appeal is more than skin deep. Stainless steel
hardware, Starlite seat bases, a cockpit drainage
system, Extended V-Plane running surface and a molded
fiberglass dash are in keeping with the Chaparral DNA.
MerCruiser power up to 260 horsepower delivers
crisp low-end, controlled midrange and exciting full
throttle performance. Step up to the 21 Sport and enjoy
wraparound seat backs in the bow, an anchor locker
forward and a sizable 10-passenger capacity plate.
Chaparral Xtreme Tow Boat
Wild, enticing and built right, the 244 Xtreme is a
tow boat without equal in this size range. Bold new
graphics and a next-generation high-tech dash make a
powerful statement. A premier water sports tow boat
with a monster wake, the 244 accelerates on demand,
is rock-solid at wakeboard speeds and has exceptional
get-me-home speed at day’s end. From the supportive
bucket seats, to the L-shaped cockpit seating, to the
new standard electric arch tower, the 244 Xtreme takes
comfort and wakeboard performance to new levels.
Chaparral 307 SSX Sport Boat
Just introduced, the new 307 SSX has Boat of the Year
written all over every one of its amazing style lines and
innovative features. The 307 is expertly detailed, plush
in every appointment and with single or twin engine
options, bred to perform like no other 30-footer. Marvel
at the dash and consider the possibilities of a versatile
seating design that is highlighted by a dual-wide
captain’s seat. Storage space is unmatched, the sound
system rocks and a have-it-your-way options list invites
you to customize to your heart’s delight.
Chaparral 330 Signature Cruiser
Since the day it was introduced, the best-selling 330
Signature has set the benchmark in Sport Cruiser design.
The look is bold, innovative and distinctly Chaparral.
The 330 is the only Signature available with two cabin
interior options. Helm seating includes a captain’s bucket
and a dual companion seat. The standard fiberglass
hard top is perfect for all-season boating. Well equipped
standard, you can customize from an options list that
includes underwater lights, a foredeck sun pad, a cockpit
gas grill and a sound system upgrade.
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BEST
OF
BRITISH
Fairline brings classic
& bespoke new British
design to Asia.
Heritage. Passion. Sleek Styling. Sophistication. The attributes of British culture
have been seamlessly and beautifully translated into the Fairline collection of
yachts, where made-in-UK style meets innovation. The Fairline collection –
Targa & Squadron – represents many ways to explore life on the water with
the unique hallmark of British style – sportiness, elegance, technology and
individuality bespoke finishes.
The Fairline credo is simple: “We work every day with one main goal: to provide
the ultimate cruising experience. For this we strive for the perfect synthesis
between the best technology and the user-friendliest interface available.
“Fairline technology is all about serving the boat owner as they develop
innovative solutions to allow for easier, more comfortable, and safer navigation
including IPS easy docking, the patented joystick control maneuvering system.”
Fairline is known worldwide for the latest technology and better known still for
its engineering dominance in the boat building world. The latest technology,
innovative materials, and the most spot-on service. Each day, a team of
architects, technicians, and skilled boat builders works towards the most
advanced solutions, imbuing each yacht with that special Made in England
style down to the very last detail, ensuring that every moment on board is
exactly how you imagined.
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Just look at the Fairline Squadron 48 Flybridge. On deck you will experience the
thrill of looking out at the open water, expansive feeling of the elegant spaces,
and the total relaxation of body and mind. The flybridge on the Squadron 48
is like an enormous living room with large and wide seating. Sophisticated
amenities have been designed to entertain and pamper the guests, with an
unmistakable touch of British style.
This is the latest and future of boat design. Nothing has been left to chance,
nothing surrendered to the mundane. With its new approach to space layout,
furnishing design, and interior lighting, the Fairline Squadron 48 combines the
allure of minimalism with the ultimate in comfort.
The beauty of design exemplified by Fairline yachts is the essence of British style
exported around the globe. To create this excitement on the water, the people
of Fairline strive for excellence every day in everything they do, engaging in
the most meticulous materials research and scrupulous component selection.
Months upon months of effort and work are required to create the one moment
when a Fairline owner experiences that extraordinary sunset at anchor, the end
of the most perfect of days.
TARGA
Power, performance, sleek styling
The Targa range sets a benchmark for the modern express cruiser, combining
powerful muscular grace with large, luxuriously equipped areas.
SQUADRON
Flybridge, space, sophistication
The Squadron flybridge range delivers exclusivity, elegance and performance in
equal measures. Free-flowing sociable living spaces are at the heart of every mode.
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PURSUIT BOATS
EXPLORE LIFE IN A
PURSUIT
Pursuit builds versatile boats with international appeal and each new Pursuit customer receives the legacy of boat building expertise and passion
from a legend in the marine industry, Leon R. Slikkers. His expertise is an integral part of each boat Pursuit manufactures. The Pursuit legacy and
reputation increase as each boat takes her passengers into more remote parts of the waters.
ST 310 - Winner of Boating Magazine
Boat of the Year
USA Boating Tech Team tested more than 60 boats….
and they spent time aboard dozens more boats,
enabling them to make the insightful comparisons
and the ST 310 ranks as the leader in the burgeoning
category of multipurpose boats. This boat was
specifically designed to deliver more comfort and utility
to Pursuit’s legendary center console platform. Nothing
can compare to the plush wrap-around lounge in the
bow, luxurious helm/companion seats for three at the
console and in the cockpit, forward and aft facing
seating offering a comfortable location for all.
Yacht-Caliber Comfort – OS345 Offshore
Pursuit has achieved the No. 1 Position among
competitive brands for the express style boats 25 to
38 feet in length and the OS345 Offshore series is
designed so that every minute spent on the water is
spent in the lap of luxury. The OS345 Offshore features
an expansive cockpit for fishing and a large cabin for
overnighting comfort. It’s air-conditioned enclosed
helm, integral hardtop and vented windshield afford
unobstructed visibility, optimal weather protection and
comfort during long, relaxing days on the water.
The Game Changer – SC365i Sport Coupe
Pursuit proudly delivers a game changing luxury design
that sets the standard by which all other vessels will
be measured with the brand new SC 365i - featuring
patent pending Integrated Outboard Technology
with dependable Yamaha F350’s and Helm Master
Joystick Controls. One of the primary advantages
of the outboard installation is the added mid-cabin
space gained down below. Add the benefit of low
maintenance and dependable high performance. The
DNA of Pursuit legacy outboard models, incomparable
modern styling and ground-breaking features not seen
on any competitive products is PURE PURSUIT.
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EXPLORER MOTOR YACHTS
An Exquisite Range of
Quality Motor Yachts
Whether you prefer the single level living offered by the Sedan range, the wrap-around visibility and long-distance credentials of the Pilothouse
models or the pugnacious look and sturdy go-anywhere build of the new Odyssey range, there is an Explorer motor yacht to suit your cruising needs
to a tee.
Combining classic design and new semi-planing hulls, the Explorer range delivers both speed and fuel efficiency. With cruising speeds between ten
and 18 knots, Explorer owners enjoy the best of both worlds with the exhilaration of pure speed or the option of displacement mode to take in the
scenery while conserving fuel.
EXPLORER 40
Explorer 40 is perfect for couples and small groups with a
single-level entertaining layout and two-cabin accommodation.
Fitted out with top-line appliances and the highest quality
bespoke finishes such as hand-made teak flooring throughout,
the Explorer 40 offers the perfect combination of luxury and
practicality. A single engine provides the power for extended
cruising to cover long distances, easy maintenance and
excellent maneuverability. Combined with plenty of space for
entertaining and relaxing inside and out.
EXPLORER 50
The Explorer 50 Sedan offers seamless open-plan entertaining
areas with ample room for family, friends and guests. The
solid build and elegant lines of the Explorer 50 Sedan are
complemented by generous space inside and out making it the
perfect yacht for cruising and relaxing. From bespoke handcrafted details to the top-of-the-range appliances, the level of
meticulous care that has been put into the 50 Sedan is clear
to the eye. With options of two or three cabin accommodation,
economical twin turbo diesel engines, the Explorer 50 Sedan is
ready to take you anywhere your heart desires.
EXPLORER 60/62
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Unharness your imagination and indulge in the ultimate in
yachting luxury with the Explorer 62. With an impressive cruising
range of 1,700 nautical miles, the world’s oceans beckon on
this motor yacht where sumptuous living meets cutting edge
performance. From the fascinating ports of the Andaman to the
stunning natural beauty of the Great Barrier Reef, a whole world
of adventure awaits with Explorer’s flagship vessel. Available in
both a 60-ft and a 62-ft version, this top of the range vessel
offers unparalleled comfort and amenities including state of
the art surround sound entertainment systems, cool granite
work surfaces and high quality galley appliances. Whether you
want to live aboard in understated luxury or cruise to far-flung
destinations, the Explorer 62 is the perfect choice.
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Robalo BOATS
There are fishing boats and then there’s a giant step up to Robalo Boats. Building on 45 years of experience, little things add up to make a big
difference when you’re fishing in a Robalo. Robalo Boats is the leading manufacturer of quality fiberglass saltwater fishing boats and produces
Walkaround family fishing boats, Center Consoles & Dual Console boats.
R200 CENTER CONSOLE
Sit down and make a checklist of exactly what you
want in your next fishing boat. A headache free
buying experience. Check. A space efficient interior
design including an enclosed head. Check. Reputable,
time-tested name brand. Check. Efficient overall
performance. Check. One ride and you’ll agree that
the sensational R200 can turn anyone’s wish list into
reality. Powered by a F115 Yamaha the R200 is a steal
of a deal that rivals can’t touch. Extensive rod storage,
a multi-purpose interior, a powder coated leaning post,
stainless steel hardware and Robalo’s award winning
style lines rank the R200 as a first-rate fishing boat.
Well equipped, the R200 can also be customized with
key options including a T-top, trim tabs, a porta-pottie
and Command Link gauges.
R227 DUAL CONSOLE
Boats like the R227 are the reason why dual console
outboards are one of the hottest sellers on the
water today. In what other 22-footer can you fish
at sunrise, wakeboard all day and cruise under the
moonlight? As a fishing machine, the R227 includes
secure rod storage, a raw water wash down, a self
bailing cockpit and a 20-gallon livewell. Up front, the
bow area easily converts from a casting platform to
wraparound seating. In the cockpit, the R227 features
a large enclosed head and a deep infloor ski locker
with lockable rod storage. Stainless steel hardware
including flush pull latches and electro-plated thru hull
fittings are what you’d expect from Robalo. Key options
include a must have Bimini Top with windscreen, ski
tow bar, snap-in carpet and a freshwater shower.
R265 WALKAROUND
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Name your pleasure and the R265 delivers like only
a Robalo can. Featuring a new-look cabin design,
the R265 is the perfect boat for those that want to
go on fishing trips 24-hours a day. Literally. Featuring
the best and most comfortable seating in its class, the
R265 mixes fishability and comfort like no other boat
in this size range. Full basic flotation provides an added
measure of safety. Below decks, you’ll enjoy overnight
provisions for two and an impressive 5’8” of standing
headroom. A fully enclosed head compartment
features a sink, shower, and a vacuflush head. A full
sized galley features a refrigerator, optional microwave
and storage.
DOCKSIDE SERVICES
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Good customer service leaves customers happy and they come
back for more. And they are happy enough to pass positive feed
back about our business along to others, who may then try the
product or service we offer and in turn become our customers.
Don't take our words for it; just ask around in marinas and from
boaters here in Singapore.
“I can see why a lot of people and forums I visit just rave about your products
and companies services. I’ve been dealing with technical and support people
for 35 years in my job as an Engineer and you folks definitely do it right !! “
In the event that your craft needs to be repaired, our in-house
service team and network of authorized and highly qualified
service agents will ensure we meet your service and maintenance
needs. Our network of authorized service agents can also supply
spare parts for any of the boats we sell.
“You guys have shown me that there are still companies out there that care
about their customers and are willing to go the extra mile to help. “
Barry McCarthy
“Can I nominate you all somewhere for a service responsiveness award?! In all
the years I’ve dealt with you, you have NEVER failed to respond promptly and
stick with me until the issue was resolved. From a totally devoted customer and
boater, THANKS! “
Joshua Liu
Peter Stillis
“I am truly grateful for all the help you’ve given. I have to say that from my
experiences of boating over the years, your customer service and technical
knowledge of the best I have ever found anywhere. I can’t express enough
how happy I am to be a SGBoating customer. Thanks again.”
Nicole Liu
BOATING APPS
BEST BOATING APPS
Great Ways to Use you iPad when you’re on the water. Laptops are
dead. The trend now and it’s a fast growing one – is to access and
share information via your smart phone
An iPad can come in handy in so many ways when you’re on a boat. From checking weather to locating the best fishing
time and tides, your iPad can be your best boating buddy with these boating apps recommended here.
NAVIGATION
Check out these apps for all of your navigation needs. They’ll get you where you
need to go and back home again.
Navionics is a powerful charting which offers marine charts that you can download
to the iPad. Once downloaded, they can function without an internet connection.
The app features tides and currents; route planning, waypoints and markers; route
tracking and satellite overlay on charts.
Navimatics Charts & Tides supports ActiveCaptain with offline updating and
reviews so you can add to the community. In fact the entire ActiveCaptain database
is stored on your iPad so you can access information about marinas, anchorages,
hazards, bridge and points of interest at any time.
WEATHER
No one wants to get caught on the water in a storm! Use these apps to make sure
the forecast is boat-friendly.
Buoyweather is a very powerful marine forecasting tool that can provide sea swell
information and wind forecast based on the point you create. (Premium services
provides 7-day forecast) Simply click any point on the map to view offshore wind
and swell forecast. You can also create stored favorite points for quick access. It’s
that simple!
FISHING
Your grandfather may have had a knack for choosing the right fishing spot and
bait, but you’ve got apps to help you. Pull out your iPad and download these great
fishing apps before you cast your line again.
IGFA Mobile by the International Game Fish Association allows you to search
current IGFA angling world records, identify your catch and log the fish you catch.
The app integrates with Facebook and email so you can share photos of your catch
and brag within minutes of landing the big one!
OTHERS
Windguru (free) – Worldwide coverage of current wind strength and direction
Sun & Moon ($0.99) – Sun and moon rising and setting times as well as moon-phase no matter where you are. Extra compass feature.
Windbuoy ($2.99) – Wind speed, direction, and gusts; wave period and heights; air and water temp from hundreds of buoys.
Bikini Blast ($2.99) – Rated PG-13, hot babes plaster themselves over your screen as wallpaper when your long boating voyages starts to get bored. Enjoy the
spread.
Clinometer ($0.99) – What’s the angle of the dangle? Are you listing to port? What’s your bow rise? This tells all.
Anchor Alarm ($9.99) – Sets and monitors your position, and let you know when the anchor is dragging your boat.
Distance ($0.99) – How far is that buoy? How long is a trip that touches every island? This tell to the inch
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Weatherbug (free) – Animiated weather forecaster with real-time cameras, satellite maps, and more. Radar isn’t animated.
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BOAT SPOTLIGHT
Explorer 50 Pilot House
The new Explorer 50 motor yacht currently in build at the
company's yard is designed to be equally at home on a passage
to distant islands or tucked safely in a sun-drenched bay.
The first boat has already been sold "off the plan" and the
company is working on custom elements with clients for the next
boats in production.
According to Explorer Motor Yachts CEO Mark Campion, the
company's efforts to offer custom elements throughout each
boat have proved a powerful attraction to boating enthusiasts.
"As a semi-custom builder, our craftsmen work to bring clients'
ideas to life," he says.
This new cruiser combines the luxuries of handcrafted timbers
and leather lounges with the benefits of a raised pilothouse
for long-distance navigation. The Explorer 50 Motor Yacht is
offered either with a single 380hp turbo diesel engine for casual
long-distant cruising or with twin engines for those with a
need for extra power and to take advantage of the boat’s semidisplacement planing capability.
16.50 m
Length overall (Incl boarding platform and bowsprit) 54ft 2 in
Beam
4.69 m
15 ft 5 in
Max draft
1.30 m
4 ft 3 in
Displacement (light load)
21.0 tonnes
Fuel capacity
800 US gals 3,028 litres
Water capacity
300 US gals 1,136 litres
Black Water capacity
70 US gals 265 litres
Standard power
2 x Cummins turbo diesel QSB
Fairline Boats announces new flagship Targa
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Billed as one of the most exciting models developed by Fairline
to date, the Targa 75 GRAN TURISMO due to be completed
in late 2014 ahead of her world debut during the 2015 show
season.
A submersible bathing platform is provided which can also be
used to launch the tender. A first for Fairline, the foredeck offers a
further entertaining area with seating, sunbathing and optional
hot tub.
Boasting a beautifully appointed spacious saloon, she will offer
luxurious seating, a 50” TV and surround sound system along
with Fairline’s renowned levels of refinement and quality. In the
cockpit, owners will enjoy an extended outdoor entertaining area
including a wet bar, spacious lounging areas, a vast triple sun
pad and a tender garage suitable for a Williams 445 Diesel jet.
The flagship Targa will be available with a comprehensive choice
of interior and exterior upholstery fabrics, as well as hand-crafted
joinery and panels. She will be offered with twin Caterpillar C32
engines, with power options of 1622, 1825 and 1925mhp, and
is expected to reach speeds in excess of 32 knots with the base
engines or towards 40 knots with the highest power offering.
Robalo All New R222 Center Console for 2014
Robalo is throwing its gauntlet down in front of builders of center
consoles with its new-for-2014 R222. She is the largest boat in the
Robalo fleet with a nationally advertised price powered by a Yamaha
F150XA outboard. She has a front-opening head compartment, 15
gallon livewell in the leaning post, two 30-gallon fish boxes, and a clever
foldaway transom seat that lifts up to access the electrical system and
pumps. Like all Robalos, she has decent bow flare and a relatively high
freeboard that’s perfectly at home in offshore conditions.
The R222 handled the chop like she was made to be there, which
coincidentally... She was. There was no pounding through the waves but
more of a clean slice through, with spray thrown well to the sides and
kept low for a dry ride. She tracks straight and true through following
seas with no tendency to stuff the bow or get pushed off course. All the
hallmark of a Robalo.
Specification
Length (feet)
22
Beam
8’6”
Draft
34”
Deadrise
21 Degree
Weight
3200 lbs
Chaparral 257 SSX Sport Boat
Step onboard the sensational Chaparral 257 SSX and experience
the perfect mix of classic elegance and high tech innovation. Bow to
stern, the eye appeal is simply stunning as you enjoy the pleasures of
handcrafted workmanship. A transitional lounge opens up all kinds of
entertainment opportunities. Showcasing innovative dual lounges, the
aft seats effortlessly “switch” from a performance-minded sport boat
to the ultimate in sun worship. Endless storage puts an end to onboard
clutter. Aft, the center walk thru design is an open invitation for family
fun.
Specification
Length (feet)
25’6”
Beam
8’6”
34”
Draft
Deadrise
22 Degree
Weight
4700 lbs
Fuel Capacity
273 Litres
Water Capacity
51 Litres
Pursuit OS315 Offshore
For yacht-caliber comfort in a manageable size, the OS 315 fits the
bill. Its enclosed helm, integral hardtop and vented windshield afford
unobstructed visibility, optimal weather protection and comfort during
those long, relaxing days on the water.
The expansive cockpit with its plush cushioned stern seat affords
additional space for entertaining guests or for lounging in the sun
in a remote spot. Anglers and cruisers alike will appreciate the close
proximity of the 38-gallon insulated cooler in the stern seat base.
For fishing, the OS 315 features a 32-gallon recirculating livewell, tackle
drawers and storage in the helm companionway and a convenientlylocated hatch for instant access to the ceiling mounted rod storage in
the mid-cabin berth.
The OS 315’s 284-gallon fuel capacity ensures you’ll have the range
to get to blue water or to the outer islands; the hardest part will be
deciding where you want to go.
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GEARS
AND
ACCESSORIES
1. Garmin Quatix
This Garmin Quatix is the only GPS-enabled device in existence to provide a range of marine navigation
features including automatic MOB detection, remote control of Garmin equipment, and the streaming of real
time data such as wind and depth info to your watch.
When paired with a Garmin GNT 10 NMEA Transceiver, you can wirelessly stream and view NMEA 2000 data,
such as wind speed and direction, water depth, and more on your wrist. This amazing watch also features
built-in remote capabilities. It allows you to control a Garmin autopilot so you can move around on the boat
while having information and control on your wrist.
2. Sea Doo Spark
Meet the Sea-Doo Spark, a fun new
way for your family to play on the water.
Expected to retail just above SG$10,000
when introduced into Singapore, it’s
easy to own, easy to tow thanks to its
light weight and compact size, and an
absolute blast to ride. A wide range of
colors and options help you customize
and make it exactly the Sea-Doo Spark
you want. Your family’s turn to join the
fun has finally arrived!
3. Arid Bilge System
Arid Bilge is a central vacuum bilge system that automatically and effortlessly maintains all
boat bilges compartment throughout the vessel 100% dusty dry and it really works. Installed
on several boats till date here in Singapore ranging from smaller 30-feet cabin cruiser to larger
motor-yachts, the Arid system will eliminate the #1 source of onboard odors, lower onboard
humidity, prevent condensation damage and stop mold and mildew before it starts to grow.
4. Aqualuma Spreader Lights
The new Aqualuma SL12 Spreader Lights comes in two versions; Flush Mount
and Bracket Mount allowing functionality and smooth styling for a wide range
of applications. The unit has built in thermo control to monitor heat and will
automatically ramp itself down if left on during excessively hot days. Both flush or
bracket mount versions of the light are easy to install, offering a fantastic output and
a neat appearance.
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5.Chaparral Mean’s Performance Pull-Over
Zip it up a cool, casual attitude in this midweight 8.5 oz. Chaparral Full Zip Hoody. You get a double
whammy….warm and looks great too.
6.FLIR First Mate Night Vision Camera
First Mate is the most popular line of handheld marine
thermal night vision cameras in the world, giving every
boater the power to see clearly whenever it’s hard
to see, even in total darkness. Applications of course
include life saving and safe navigation. As an aid to
night navigation in unfamiliar waters, the family of FLIR
night scopes is invaluable.
7.Kenyon Floridian Portable Electric Grill
With our Floridian All Seasons™ Portable Electric grill, you can retire the hassle
of your old traditional grill. Rain or shine, this grill empowers you to pursue your
passion for cooking whatever the weather. Slow down, put your flip-flops on and
throw your favorite food on a Floridian today. Comes in International 220Volts.
8.Costa Del Mar 580
Costa Del Mar Eyewear’s 580 uses patented technologies to
enhance colors and reduce glare by cutting out the yellow
light in the spectrum. Yellow light, near 580 nanometers
(which gives the lens its name), is difficult for the eye to
process, causing glare, eye strain and reducing optical
clarity. Every angler who strains for hours on the waters
knows the value of a good pair of lenses and the pain of
a poor pair.
9. Brunotti Wakeboard
The ultimate combination in flex and pop. You want a board which will give you some descent pop
for inverts, but you’re also looking for some good flex? Then this is your board. The woodcore gives
you the perfect flex for riding obstacles, and the durable sliderbase will make sure your board will
survive every session. The channels and double concave from tip to tip will give you all the pop and
control you need during inverts. This board will do it all and will give you all the control you need.
Both in the air and on the sliders.
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FASHION
IN THE SWIM
The boating season is already in full swing. Whether you’re planning
an upcoming getaway, cruise or romantic getaway to somewhere
warm and sunny, it’s important to update your look. When surveying
this season’s hottest swimwear trends, two words come to mind-classic and sexy. Classic vintage-inspired looks combine with fresh
and modern silhouettes to offer up a wide variety of swimming
ensembles that are as fashionable as they are practical. Whether
you’re into tiny little two-piece bikinis or you prefer to keep yourself
covered up in modest one-piece swimsuits, this season’s top
swimwear designers have created a wide variety of on-trend styles
that will complement any personality. Above all, this year’s swimwear
trends illustrate how fashion really does continue to repeat itself.
Designers have a preference for recreating tried and true trends and
making them new again. Whether your fashion personality is vintage,
classic, or ultra-modern and trendy, these timeless swimwear styles
will have you looking flawlessly on-trend all season long.
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WOMAN
ON
WATER
LADIES ONLY,
PLEASE!
At SGBoating, our goal is to make boating accessible and easy for all.
Sometimes, that means banning the men in order to give the ladies a chance
to captain their boats! SGBoating offers Woman on Water (WOW) boating
lessons, gatherings and classes to help women learn everything they need to
know so they feel confident piloting boats and enjoying the water.
“We find that offering separate classes for women allows them to ask
questions more freely and becoming more confident in operating their boats,”
says Captain William Francis who teaches WOW classes at SGBoating in Raffles
Marina.
This confidence is important whether the woman plans to take their friends
out in the boat, or they just want to be a solid backup captain should the need
ever arises.
The format SGBoating provides for its Woman on Water class includes basics
such as terminology, navigation (channel markers), safety issues, VHF radio
operations, and anchoring. The participants practise knot tying with cleats
mounted to boards in the classroom. Then the captain heads out to the boat
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with his students, to focus on docking and handling.
“I find out who knows what and I adjust accordingly. There was a lot of
questions and answers during the day,” Captain William says. Most of the
students also request to focus on docking and practices.
What do women learn from SGBoating boating classes? “I took the boating
class before my new boat arrives and SGBoating provided a courtesy boat for
my lesson. I want to feel confident not just driving but docking the boat. I
learned to stay in the same place and turn the boat 360 degrees. We practiced
lots of docking and backing up,” says Ms Joy Soh, who says she is confident
enough in her skills and looking forward to apply what she learns when she
starts driving her new boat soon.
Dora Cheok took the class so she could learn more about driving the boat
she owns. “I have a 27-foot Chaparral and I love it!” she says. “In the class, I
learned to dock the boat in a slip or alongside a boat dock. I highly recommend
the class to everyone who owns a boat from SGBoating. The instructor from
SGBoating was excellent.”
PETS
ON
BOARD
SOMETHING TO WAG
ABOUT
Great ideas to keep your pets safe and happy on the water
An avid boater and pet owner, Peter and his family loved taking their dog
Hanky out on the water. “We do all my boating at a nearby island just off
Sentosa and my dog looks forward to every weekend out on the water,”
Peter says. “Boating is what I enjoy and although Hanky is a dog I treat
him like another member of the family. He is always eager to get on board
and spend another beautiful day on the water!
But he found it particularly difficult to get his dog back in the boat after
he retrieved his toy in the water. After searching for something to solve
this problem, and coming up empty handed, he went to Chaparral online
forum with pet owners who shared his dilemma and found Doggy Boat
ladder. Without hesitation, he bought one online from Amazon. Today,
Peter and his canine are having more fun on the water and are boating
safely.
“I found out during my time online at Chaparral USA boaters forum
that Chaparral boat owners are very proud of their boats. Not only from
Chaparral owners here in Singapore but literally all over the world. They
are ever more so willing to share tips and offer suggestions to boater’s
everyday needs like myself. We truly believe that boating is something that
should be done as a family and we could not imagine Hanky not being
part of the enjoyment. He truly completes our family fun on the water!”
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Explore Beyond The Horizons
Explorer Motor Yachts is born of 25 years’ heritage in designing
and building quality trawler-style motor yachts for discerning owners
around the world.
Each models seamlessly combines the latest technological innovations
with graceful lines and a timeless classical styling to provide an elegant
cruiser that will stand the test of time.
Your Explorer motor yacht has been developed to deliver fuel economy
that comes from close attention to the running surface with optimal
weight and balance. So you can expect your Explorer to cruise
1,000 nautical miles and beyond from a tank of fuel when you
cruise within hull speed.
Even at the more sprightly planning speeds in excess of 18 knots,
in most models your Explorer will deliver an economy close to 400
nautical miles.
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DESTINATIONS
BOATING
RENDEZVOUS
& RALLIES
The top destinations around our
region for your boating dreams.
With the southern Riau Islands, Malacca Straits and the South China Seas, its water, water everywhere, not to mention the weather that accommodates yearround. Think emerald waters, white sandy beaches considered some of the best in the region, a wealth of secluded islands and hidden coves blended with pockets
of lively on-land activities, and that’s the boating grounds around us in a nutshell. Here are the top areas to find your endless summer.
Riau Islands
The hundreds of islands dotting just south of Singapore remain a sleepy
backwater ideal for leisurely exploration and just waiting to be discovered.
Surrounded by natural calm waters with many coastlines, beautiful coastal
villages, Riau Island group has a cavalcade of must-see destinations for the avid
yachtsman ands anglers. The larger islands of Batam & Bintan that are closer to
Singapore offer a unique destination, and just to the east of Bintan lies sandy
white beaches and many more smaller islands, some operated by boutique
resorts while others are simply uninhabited with a good diversity of living reefs
that are still well preserved. Riau has more value than all the beauty that has
not been contaminated by human hands. New developments set for Lagoi Bay,
just north of Bintan Island will include prime resort, a variety of entertainment
options and eventually a world-class marina. Offering boaters a base closer to
the waters east and south of Bintan and beyond.
Malacca Straits
Five hundred nautical miles north of Singapore along the Malacca Straits
will bring boaters far away to the paradise island of Phuket in Thailand. But
in between lies Pangkor Island, off the coast of Perak State with a cluster of
small islands with unquestionably some of the best beaches on the western
coast of Malaysia. The Pangkor Marina which opened in 2011 comes highly
recommended by boaters
Further up there’s always the bustling Penang Island for a stop-over to savour
the sight and sound of this metropolitan city before moving up to Langkawi,
the jewel of Kedah. Langkawi comes with an archipelago of 104 islands in the
Andaman Seas. Boaters will enjoy a stopover at the Rebak Marina, a 5-star
resort in Langkawi with great berthing facilities and also featured a fullyequipped marina, complimented by a range of yacht services and facilities.
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South China Seas
Tioman Island is an island off the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, acclaimed
as a geological wonder, ecological paradise and one of Southeast Asia's most
beautiful travel destinations. Located 32 nautical miles off Pahang state, but
connected through Mersing town in Johor, the island continues to enchant
boaters with its warm beaches, lovely seas and lush rainforests. Budget and
midrange hotels provide quick accommodation at every village, but there are
also luxury resorts nestled within private coves and beaches. A melting pot
of cultures, Tioman Island consistently attracts boaters heading north from
Singapore due to its close proximity (125 nautical miles). A government-built
marina is located at the village of Tekek, close to the island airport.
Near to Tioman is Pulau Tinggi, one of the most untouched islands with an
enchanting atmosphere and sheer physical beauty. Pulau Pemanggil further
offshore is an angler paradise that sits 30 nautical miles east of Mersing.
The island has captured the imagination of those who love the sea and its
tranquility. Very close are the islands of Pulau Aur, Dayang and Lang. A cluster
of islands famous to weekend divers from Singapore.
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EVENTS
AND
RENDEZVOUS
Mark your dates for these exciting events and rendezvous coming your way!
Raffles Marina Fishing Clinic
Date : Saturday, 26 April,
2014 3pm to 4pm
The experts from Hooked! will be
sharing tips on differentiating the
various types of knots, techniques
of tying a line, basics of fishing and
angling all in just an hour. Mark your
calendars now!
Anambas Cruise
Date: 26 April to 4th May, 2014
Aseanarean Bluewater Alliance (ABA)
Anambas Cruise will set sail! Mark
your calendar and come experience
this phenomenal cruise! Anambas
Islands are located 150 nautical miles
from Singapore. They are blessed with
fabulous white sand and crystal clear
waters and each one of them offers a
distinct and unique experience.
Rendezvous @ Tioman,
Malaysia
Date: 19 – 22 June, 2014
130 nautical miles from Singapore
and the turquoise water of Tioman
beckons! Be it super-yacht or small
boat owners, many make this boating
“pilgrimage” for the very same reason.
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Boating Fun on the Water! Come join
our annual largest overseas boating
rendezvous!
Grouper-Mania & SotongMania @ Pemanggil,
Malaysia
Date: 22 – 25 June, 2014
A new event this year especially for
our growing base of sport fishing
customers at SGBoating. Come join us
in a 3 days of intense sport fishing rally
to Pulau Pemanggil for the Grouper &
Sotong (Squid) opening season. Don’t
forget to bring along your ice-box as
we’ll show you the “spots” to fill up
your coolers!
Escape to Lagoi Bay, Indonesia
Date: 9 & 10 August, 2014
Come celebrate National Day weekend
with a quick and fun escape to visit
the northern shores of Bintan Island.
The shallow clear waters on this long
stretch of coastlines promises an
unforgettable weekend for all!
Raffles Marina Equipment
& Yacht Brokerage Show
Date: 6 & 7 September 2014
The annual “mini-boatshow” event in
the west will be back again this year
in conjunction with Raffles Marina
anniversary celebration. Expect to see
a large exhibit of used boats on
brokerage from SGBoating and also a
host of equipment and accessories put
up by the various vendors inside the
air-conditioned podium of the club.
The Royal Pahang Billfish
International Challenge,
Malaysia
Date: 12 & 14 September 2014
This event is the largest fishing
competition in Malaysia currently
which involved many local and
overseas participants. SGBoating will
again be organizing boaters from
Singapore to head up north for this
event.
Singapore Formua 1
Marina Bay Rendezvous
Date: 19 – 21, 2014
Missed the live coverage last year?
Make sure you don’t miss this year
event as we raft-up once again in
this annual formula 1 excitement at
Marina Bay. The Sunday night live fireworks inside the Marina Bay is not to
be missed!
Sibu Island Getaway,
Malaysia
Date: 24 – 26 October, 2014
With refueling and immigration now
possible through special arrangement
at Tanjung Leman Jetty, SGBoating
will put together another memorable
boating trip to visit the island of Sibu
and nearby Pulau Tinggi for a great
weekend of fun on the water.
SGBoating Year End
Raft-Up @ Lazarus
Island
Date: 14 December, 2014
Our largest on-water raft-up of boats
in Singapore comes alive again @
Lazarus Island as more than 20 boats
and hundreds of fun-loving boaters,
friends and their pets come together
for a great afternoon of fun. The
largest on-water BBQ feast takes place
as boaters whip-out their grills for
great gourmet food on the water!
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BRITISH LUXURY
ACROSS THE GLOBE
GOING OFFSHORE TO
PURSUE YOUR DREAM
Sleek Styling. Serious Performance…Meet the Pursuit 385 Offshore! The Pursuit flagship tips just under 40-feet with a time-tested and proven hull design
built for running through the rough stuff in dry comfort, while also offering
speed when you want it courtesy of triple 350-hp Yamaha V-8 outboard with
optional Helm Master Controls. The Pursuit 385 Offshore is equally at home
just island hopping and cruising in lavish comfort or trolling for blue water
game fish in far-away shores
Time-proven British craftsmanship
It’s what drives Fairline forward.
SQUADRON
42’
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SGBOATING PTE LTD
10 Tuas West Drive, Raffles Marina
Singapore 638404
Tel: +65 9119 1872
Fax: +65 6469 3430
www.sgboating.com
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