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20 Suzuki Grand Vitara test
Editor Dean Castle puts the flagship Suzuki
Grand Vitara through its paces, with a boat in
tow at Quaggaskloof Dam and answers some
of the questions that are often asked about
this cleverly positioned brand.
22 What SUP?
No doubt you’ve seen a stand up paddleboard
(SUP) on your favourite stretch of water, and
wondered what it’s all about. SUPs offer a
great vantage point to quietly explore the
shallows and depths. It’s really not nearly as
difficult as it looks.
26 Mercury active trim
Leisure Boating chats to Rob Naysmith, owner
of Offshore Sportfishing Charters, about the
new Mercury Active Trim that he recently had
fitted to his charter boat.
30 Without a glitch
Summer is upon Summer is upon us and as
winter fades into the hot balmy days, so we
take the covers and tarps off our boats and get
them ready for action. Let’s look as some of
the best tips to getting your boat out on the
water without a hitch.
34 Trimmed for summer
Getting the trim just right on your new boat
takes a bit of practice, but we all know that
practice makes perfect. It won’t be long before
your boat is gliding across the water and you
have become a seasoned pro at getting your
boat trimmed.
38 Austral Marine
An exciting new chapter is unfolding at
Austral Marine with founder Don Jarret
retiring after 35 years at the helm. Jacques
Brümmer, the newly appointed CEO, has
the exceptional vision to take the company
forward. We find out how and why.
42 Squadron 53
Boating World announces exciting news about
the Squadron 53 Flybridge that will be gracing
Cape Town waters in July 2018. Find out just
how to own your very own piece of her.