memory through a built-in SD card reader/writer. With memory expansion cards the XL can store virtually unlimited waypoints, routes and track logs, according to Thales. Additional charts, including MapSend BlueNav XL3 Charts and MapSend Lakes USA, can be purchased on SD card or downloaded from the Magellan Web site. Suggested retail price is $449. Thales Navigation, San Dimas, Calif. Phone: (909) 394-5000. www.magellangps.com
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Target weights are 604 pounds for a 25-inch shaft model and 615 pounds for a 30-inch model, according to Suzuki. Suggested retail prices are $23,625 (25-inch model) and $23,940 (30-inch model). Also new for 2007 and available on the DF300 is the Suzuki Precision Control fly-by-wire electronic throttle and shift system ($1,500 to $2,000 per engine). Suzuki Marine, Brea, Calif. Phone: (714) 996-7040. www.suzuki.com
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The line has a 12-inch spliced loop at one end and a stainless steel clip at the other. Designed for boats up to 35 feet, it is available in 3/8-inch ($39.95) or 1/2-inch ($49.95) sizes, with black or white line and several color options for the storage bag. Cormorant Corp., Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Phone: (208) 667-3135. www.thequickline.com
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A display screen shows the status of the system and user-selected settings at all times. The unit is UV resistant, waterproof, and runs off AC power. Suggested retail price is $225. Bird-G-Gone Inc., Mission Viejo, Calif. Phone: (949) 472-3122. www.birdbgone.com
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Specific Area Message Encoding to program county codes for local information, 5-inch black-and-white television, cell phone charger, and hand crank rechargeable backup power. Powered by nine C batteries, it has a suggested retail price of $99.99. Vector Manufacturing, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Phone: (866) 584-5504. www.vectormfg.com
