Vortex Marine

16/06/2026

Product Highlight: RAILBLAZA RailMount 19-25 with StarPort

Add a solid mounting base to your round rails without drilling a single hole. This clamp-on mount is perfect for boat rails, grab bars, and kayak rails where you need a tidy, repositionable, or removable solution.

Key Features & Specs
Fits round rails from 19–25 mm (¾”–1”).
Includes rubber inserts and grip tape for a secure, non-slip fit.
✔️ Supplied with stainless steel hardware for quick installation.
✔️ Includes: RailMount 19-25 clamp and a standard RAILBLAZA StarPort base.

The RAILBLAZA RailMount 19-25 with StarPort is available to purchase on our website.

10/06/2026

Need a hand connecting Scout to your PredictWind Datahub? Check out our tutorial now live on YouTube.

In this video, we’ll show you how to connect your PredictWind DataHub to Scout, allowing Scout to receive live vessel data from your onboard instruments.

Once connected, Scout can display information from your NMEA network, giving you access to navigation, wind, depth, AIS, engine data and more.

Link in the comments >>>

09/06/2026

Product Highlight: RAILBLAZA E-Series USB StarPort.

Combine a secure mounting base with convenient power. The E-Series USB StarPort allows you to hold your devices using compatible RAILBLAZA accessories while simultaneously charging them, keeping your boat or kayak free of extra clutter.

Key Features & Specs
✔️ Provides a 5V 2.1A USB output for charging phones, tablets, GPS units, and action cameras.
✔️ Includes a weather-tight cap and gasket to protect the socket in marine environments.

The RAILBLAZA E-Series USB StarPort is available to purchase on our website.

08/06/2026

Island Cruising members - look out for Scout (and a cheeky discount code) in your June Cruise News! 🎉

07/06/2026

⚓ Polaris Spotlight: VortexAnchor

VortexAnchor is designed to help you monitor your position at anchor with clear visual tracking and reliable alarms. View your swing circle directly over satellite imagery and keep track of movement throughout the night for added peace of mind.

Key Features:
✔ Visual swing circle displayed directly on satellite maps
✔ Real-time scope ratio calculations
✔ Drift history tracking overnight movement
✔ Integrated barometer with pressure trend logging
✔ Persistent anchor alarm with two-second disarm protection
✔ Designed for overnight anchoring and changing conditions

04/06/2026

📣 RESTOCK! Great news, both the Micro and Raymarine Seatalk NMEA 2000 Wifi Gateways are back in stock! Available now on our website.

25/05/2026

💨 Polaris Spotlight: Integrated Weather Overlays ☀️

Scout & Polaris lets you overlay live and forecast weather data directly onto your satellite imagery and charts, helping you see changing conditions before you leave the dock or while offshore. Download forecasts ahead of time and keep them available even when you lose internet coverage. Access 24 hours ahead with our standard free Polaris plan, or up to 10 days ahead with Polaris+.

Key Features:
✔ Wind and swell overlays displayed directly on your maps
✔ Animated weather visualisations for easy route planning
✔ Forecast timeline controls to track changing conditions
✔ Offline forecast downloads for offshore use
✔ Supports GFS, ECMWF, and WaveWatch III weather models
✔ Works seamlessly with both satellite imagery and nautical charts

01/05/2026

A fantastic few days spent up in Opua with Island Cruising NZ and the Pacific Rally participants! Great discussion surrounding the benefits of using satellite imagery in addition to traditional charting. It’s always a pleasure working with Viki and was great to show off Scout and let people see the benefits in person. Thanks everyone who came!

01/05/2026

It is always a pleasure Island Cruising NZ! Thank you for having us!

Thanks so much to Tony & Jason from Vortex Marine for a fabulous tech session today for the Pacific Rally boats.