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MUST HAVE OF THE WEEK: A Boater’s Safety License

30 Wednesday Jan 2013

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Are you a licensed boater? Do you have YOUR boater safety license?  Are your kids driving your Sea-Doo watercraft? Are they licensed? These are important questions to ask BEFORE you are stopped by Marine Patrol on your local waterways. Many PWC riders and boaters have learned this lesson the hard way with a hefty fine.

Each state in the US has different rules and requirements related to age and licensing restrictions for both boats and personal watercraft. For instance, in the state of Florida you can legally ride a Sea-Doo personal watercraft at 14.  Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1988, who operates a vessel powered by 10 hp or more, must pass an approved boater safety course.  In Minnesota, boaters ages 12-17 who wish to operate a boat with greater than 25 hp or PWC operators ages 13-17 must complete a course approved by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

The Boat US Foundation has a comprehensive website where you can simply click on your state and read the outline of the boating safety rules relative to your geographic location.  This map can be found at www.BoatUS.org.  They also offer a free on-line boater safety course that consists of 6 lessons and a final exam. Each lesson has a 10-question quiz at the end that you must pass before advancing to the next module.  The final exam is 75 questions and you must pass with a score of 80% or better to receive your Boater Safety license.  Once you obtain this card it is good for a lifetime. It takes about 3 hours to complete the exam, if you were to complete it in one setting. The course does allow users to take modules separately and save your progress, so you are able to complete the course at your leisure.

This course covers everything from Navigation Aids and Emergency situations , rules of the road, safety to protecting the marine environment. Upon passing, you can print a certificate of completion and finally, on your way to becoming an aware and educated boater.

Click HERE to access the BoatUS website.

MUST HAVE OF THE WEEK: The LifeProof phone case and LifeJacket

23 Wednesday Jan 2013

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Now they have thought of everything….a Life Jacket for your phone? The new LifeProof Floating LifeJacket is the perfect accessory to accompany you on your Sea-Doo water adventures.  The LifeJacket adds buoyancy and drop protection to the LifeProof waterproof phone case.

This new LifeJackets with lanyard is ideal for boater and personal watercraft enthusiasts.  Many of us have stopped to take a photo or answer a phone call and have accidentally dropped our phones into the water—never to be seen or heard from again.  This case, made from high-density foam, is designed to protect your phone and float for easy retrieval. MSRP is $39.99, much less expensive than buying a new phone.

The LifeProof LifeJacket features include:

  • Day-glow orange color ensures visibility in dense brush or water
  • Buoyant — will float to the surface if dropped in water
  • Light-weight construction gives a comfortable grip
  • All buttons and features of iPhone are accessible while in the LifeJacket, including speaker and microphone
  • Made from durable high-visibility, shock, tear, and stain resistant foam
  • Quick release lanyard and wrist strap can be attached to eyelets on each corner
  • Easy and quick to install and remove, no tools required

 

Must Have of the Week: A trip to your local Boat Show!

09 Wednesday Jan 2013

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Dreaming about the coming summer and looking forward to spending endless days cruising up and down your favorite waterways? Thinking about accessorizing your PWC and getting it ready for the first ride of the summer? Ready to trade up to a newer Sea-Doo model?  Interested in learning more about the 2013 technologies?  Boat shows offers consumers an opportunity to discover all of this and much more!

It is Boat Show season and, chances are, there is a boat show near you!  Boat shows provide you with the opportunity to check out 2013 models, learn about updates and investments in technology and learn all about our Boat-Show-Only promotions.  Many dealers also offer exceptional deals on any remaining 2012 models.

BRP Sea-Doo corporately exhibits at many boat shows throughout the season and you can ALWAYS find local dealers exhibiting at almost every show in North America.

 

 

BRP Corporate will be exhibiting at the following shows:

Date Event Name Location
January 4 – 13, 2013 HOUSTON BOAT SHOW Reliant Center, 8400 Kirby Dr., Houston, TX 77573
January 10 – 13, 2013 ATLANTA BOAT SHOW Georgia World Congress Center 285 Andrew Young International Blvd., NW (Hall “C”) Atlanta, GA 30313
January 9 – 13, 2013 CHICAGO BOAT SHOW McCormick Place 2301 S. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, Illinois 60616
January 31 – February 3, 2013 MINNEAPOLIS BOAT SHOW Minneapolis Convention Center 1301 2nd Ave. South, Minneapolis, MN 55403
January 25 – February 3, 2013 SEATTLE BOAT SHOW Qwest Field 800 Occidental Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98134
February 6 – 10, 2013 ATLANTIC CITY BOAT SHOW Atlantic Convention Center Atlantic City, NJ
February 7 – 10, 2013 MID-ATLANTIC BOAT SHOW Charlotte Convention Center 501 S. College St., Charlotte, NC   28202
February 7 – 10, 2013 LOS ANGELES BOAT SHOW Los Angeles Convention Center 1201 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA
February 14 – 18, 2013 MIAMI BOAT SHOW Miami Beach Convention Center 1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139

Discoverboating.com has a comprehensive list of all of the boat shows in North America.  Here is a link to their comprehensive boat show listing: http://www.boatshows.com/calendar.aspx. This website allows you to search via keyword, zip code or you can drill down to event specifics using the Advanced Search mechanism.

Make sure to stop by the Sea-Doo booth and say HELLO… you’ll be glad you did!

 

DOCTOR DOO – Keeping Your Battery Charged

26 Wednesday Dec 2012

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Many of you have already stored your Sea-Doo for the winter, or are in the process of storing your Sea-Doo.  A very important aspect of winterization is battery maintenance.  Proper storage techniques can be make the difference between a dead battery or a battery that roars to life after a long winter’s slumber.

Reasons for keeping a constant charge

– It keeps the battery from being depleted from non-use.

– Help maintain battery life

– Battery is ready when you go to de-winterize your Sea-Doo watercraft.

Tools needed

–       Phillips head screwdriver, Flat head screw driver or 10mm nut driver

–       Trickle Charger (Sea-Doo carries the Yuasa smart shot automatic battery charger, part # 529035773. See your local dealer for details)

Important Note

–       Never charge or boost battery while installed in the watercraft

–       Always charge a battery in a well vented room

–       Always make sure trickle charger or battery charger is unplugged before connecting charger cables or before removing charger cables.

Instructions 

1.  Locate the battery in your Sea-Doo watercraft.

2.  Next take a look at the bolts that secure your battery cables to the battery and determine what tool must be used to remove the cables.

3.  Be sure to remove the negative (-) black cable first and make sure it does not come in contact with the battery or any other grounding component (such as any exposed hardware) during the next steps.

4.  Remove the positive (+) red cable from the battery.

5.  Disconnect the vent hose from battery.

6.  Install a piece of hose (same type as vent hose) with a cap or a small hose pincher onto the battery to prevent electrolyte spillage when removing the battery.

7.  Remove any straps or brackets that may be securing the battery into the battery tray.

8.  Remove the battery and place it on a workbench or something comparable. Be sure to place it out of the reach of children.

9.  Make sure your trickle charger is unplugged and then connect the charger to the battery, making sure the positive (+) red cable is hooked up to the positive end on the battery and the negative (-) black cable is hooked up to the negative end of the battery.

10.  Plug in the charger to a wall socket and you are ready to stay charged!

Additional instructions – If the battery terminals seem to have corrosion or rust of any sort, use a wire brush to remove before connecting to the charger.

The best way to maintain proper battery life is to keep a constant charge, so keep up on your battery maintenance to maintain that showroom like quality all year round.

 

 

MUST HAVE OF THE WEEK: The GoPro Floaty Backdoor

19 Wednesday Dec 2012

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Share your Sea-Doo riding style by capturing the on-water fun with a GoPro camera.

Billed as the world’s most versatile camera, your GoPro can ride along on your Sea-Doo and chronicle a great day out on the water!

GoPro has many different cameras to choose from, depending on your budget and needs. There is one primary accessory that they offer that will make shooting from your Sea-Doo a bit easier and a bit more secure — The Floaty Backdoor.

The Floaty Backdoor is a floatation device that lets your Go Pro float in the water.  Industrial strength 3M adhesive attaches to the Floaty directly to thewaterhouse backdoor.  They even include a spare waterhouse backdoor in case you need it.  The Floaty Backdoor is compatible with all HERO3, HERO2 and HD HERO Original cameras.

If you have a GoPro camera and some awesome GoPro footage, please share YOUR GoPro Sea-Doo videos with us on our Facebook page!