BMO Fall 2024 Newsletter
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Thanksgiving Holiday Store Hours Bookmark this location of the page.
We'll be taking a break at the beginning of the week of Thanksgiving, and we will be closed from Sunday, November 24th, through Thursday, November 28th.
We will, however, be open for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday on the 29th and 30th. We hope to see you then!
New Boats Bookmark this location of the page.
Dagger Indra Bookmark this location of the page.
There's a new whitewater boat on the market, the Dagger Indra, a high-performance river runner designed for agility and stability. It comes with their new Contour Ergo Engage Thigh Brace System and features a wide-planing hull with a tapered deck to offer easily controllable downstream play. Available in two sizes, it's suitable for a wide range of paddlers.
Dagger Indra
Dagger's new Indra White Water Kayak
Bonafide XTR130 Bookmark this location of the page.
The largest fishing boat we've ever had here, coming in at 170 lbs. and 13 ft. long, the Bonafide XTR130 has been compared to a bass boat. What does that size get you? A generous 750 lbs. of capacity with a wide, walkable open deck including a standing casting platform toward the bow and the ability to add a second seat. Very motor and electronic friendly, it can accommodate bow or stern mount motors and batteries without affecting your ability to carry all the gear you want.
Bonafide XTR130
Bonafide XTR130 Fishing Kayak.
Wilderness Systems Tactical Pro 128 Bookmark this location of the page.
Wilderness Systems is introducing the Tactical Pro 128, a 12-ft., 160-lb. kayak arriving in 2025. With more fisherman motorizing their crafts, they've built in a bow trolling motor area and increased the bow and stern volume while optimizing their catamaran hull for motor use. With all the bells and whistles Wilderness Systems is known for, there's a variety of attachment points and an elevated swivel seat to enhance the fishing experience.
Coming Around Bookmark this location of the page.
If you haven't noticed, swivel seats are all the rage. With an elevated position and the ability to spin 360 degrees swivel seats have now expanded to several boat brands. Like NuCanoe's original design, Wilderness Systems, Native Watercraft and Bonafide have introduced similar models with the same versatility in mind.
The Native Watercraft Slayer Max will be featuring a swivel seat for 2025. Want to upgrade to the new seat? They will have an upgrade available for most of their previous Slayer Max models.
NovaCraft Canoe New Models Bookmark this location of the page.
Nova Craft introduced several new models in 2024, in stock now. For those seeking an ultra-stable canoe, Nova Craft reintroduced the Angler 15', which has a 37” waterline width and an 850 lb. capacity. The Nova Craft Angler provides a stable platform for sportsmen or anyone looking for a safe, secure ride. It also features tumble-home to bring the gunnel width to 33” for ease of paddling.
Nova Craft Angler
Nova Craft Angler Tandem Canoe
If you're looking to put a motor on a canoe, then square stern is the way to go. Nova Craft's Lure measuring at 15'7”, is a compact recreational canoe designed for use with a motor. They've added a tri-keel hull to improve tracking and efficiency sacrificed by the square stern design.
Nova Craft Lure
Nova Craft Lure Tandem Canoe
The Prospector 14 is a new solo version of the classic canoe series from Nova Craft. As a tried-and-true river running design, it's hard to argue with the responsiveness and versatility a Prospector offers. While the first one we received was out the door within 24 hours, we have one back in stock to check out while you're waiting for warmer weather.
Prospector 14 solo
Nova Craft Prospector 14 solo
New Model Year Pricing for 2025! Bookmark this location of the page.
2024 model year boats * and older model year boats * are marked down as followed:
| Model Year | Discount $$$ |
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| 2024 | 10% off* |
| 2023 | 15% off* |
| 2022 | 20% off* |
| 2021 & older | 25% off* |
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*(Some Restrictions apply due to manufacturer's policies.)
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The "Model Year Sale Price" is already calculated in the "Sale"
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boat inventory PDF files if applicable.
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New Accessories Bookmark this location of the page.
YakAttack Universal Smartphone Harness Bookmark this location of the page.
The phone holders have finally arrived, and they feature an articulating ball that can be added to gear tracks. If you don't need the full thing, we also have just the tethers in stock, so your phone doesn't get away from you.
Boonedox Groovy Console and Hook Hanger Bookmark this location of the page.
With all the gear accessible to kayak fishermen, the boats themselves are running out of places to hold it. The Boonedox Groovy Console offers an elevated track bar that is universal, so you just need to get the right risers, which we can help you with.
We've also brought in the Hook Hanger, a handy track mounted piece that will hold your lures separately with easy accessibility.
Boonedox Hook Hanger
Boonedox Hook Hanger
NRS Covered Poncho Bookmark this location of the page.
What could be more awesome than a warm, fuzzy poncho to throw on after a chilly day on the water? A warm, fuzzy poncho that you can get changed under! The NRS Covert Changing Poncho is available in two colors and offers just that. Packable and lightweight, it can be used for a variety of outdoor experiences.
NRS Covert Changing Poncho
NRS Covert Changing Poncho
Purple Lizard Heads to Maryland Bookmark this location of the page.
The newest map from Pennsylvania-based Purple Lizard is Deep Creek Savage River State Park in Maryland. Whitewater kayakers might want to take note, the map covers the Upper Youghiogheny and Savage River areas.
Purple Lizard Maps - Deep Creek
Deep Creek Savage River State Park in Maryland
Our Own Backyard Bookmark this location of the page.
It's easy to take for granted the paddling and sight-seeing opportunities in our own backyard. While not nearly as impressive as the higher mountains of the west, the Appalachian Mountain Range is the oldest in the United States. The Susquehanna River, the longest river on the east coast, is nearly as old. Our small section that runs through Perry and Dauphin Counties boasts the National Natural Landmark of five water gaps, cuts through a mountain ridge eroded by a stream. With ever-changing water conditions, the longest stone-masonry arch railroad bridge in the world, and our own version of Lady Liberty, there's something to be appreciated no matter how many times you paddle the same stretches.
Semantics Bookmark this location of the page.
What is the definition of paddling? As individuals with unique spirits, it means something different to all of us. Yet paddling is rooted in a common joy and appreciation we all share for being on the water. Whether you wax philosophical about the healing properties of running whitewater in a raw, wilderness setting or prefer a day out on quiet water in a tiny corner of a secluded pond, our paddling experiences have a way of defining themselves.
But just for fun, we Googled “paddling.” The definitions varied…
Oxford Languages: A flock of swimming ducks.
Merriam-Webster: To move the hands or feet about in shallow water.
Cambridge English Dictionary: To walk with no shoes or socks through water that is not very deep.
Wikipedia: The act of propelling a human-powered watercraft using at least one hand-held paddle.
The Free Dictionary: A spanking or beating with a paddle.
Pretty dry material. Let's stick to our stories and descriptions; our embellishments and inner-musings. They speak more to the nature of the word!
Don't forget, PA's cold weather life jacket requirements begin November 1st.
- The BMO Gang.
