June 30, 2021 - Articles
Cooking Aboard: Planning Dinner on the Boat
The idea sounds great: Let’s invite the Smith’s out on the boat for an afternoon cruise, anchor over in the cove and cook up a nice dinner! At first glance, a great idea! But then comes the execution of that idea, and the logistical challenges start to add up. Food prep on your boat can be a rewarding, and delicious, experience, but it does take a little planning and forethought for it to come together. Planning to cook a meal on board doesn’t have to be daunting, but it does take a little preparation.
May 17, 2021 - Articles
Attention Boaters: New Kill Switch Law Now in Effect
Boat owners and operators should be aware of a new federal law that went into effect on April 1. Those piloting boats less than 26 feet in length with more than 3 hp engines are now required to use their Engine Cut-Off Switch (ECOS) during most operations with their boat.
May 12, 2021 - Articles
Barletta: The Pontoon That Pretends Its a Boat
What’s the difference between a pontoon and a boat? When looking at one of the Barletta models, it’s hard to tell.This Indiana-based company makes top-of-the-line pontoons designed for fun with family and friends with all the features one expects from a pontoon: expansive seating space, an extended aft deck for swimming or towing the kids, and a solid, dependable ride.
March 25, 2021 - News
Spring Newsletter
Introducing the all New 2021 Barletta Corsa The all NEW sporty, sexy Corsa follows the beloved L-Class maintaining much of the same DNA. More standards, simple yet refined options, comfort, quality and excellent customer experience…all the hallmarks of a pontoon boat built by Barletta. You can also find the favored Ultra Entertainer floorplan in the […]
March 22, 2021 - News
Tips for the Early Season
A warm spell gets us all excited about getting our boats out of storage and into the water. We all want to feel the sunshine in our face and the wind in our hair and see all our friends and fellow boaters onshore and out on the lake. But it’s still a bit Early for many boaters. Even bright sunshine might not be enough if the ambient air temperature is under 40 degrees. And here in Colorado, we’ve been known to see snowfall and frost as late as the middle of May.
November 25, 2020 - News
Holiday Edition Newsletter – Giving Thanks & Spreading Cheer
Giving Thanks and Spreading Cheer CBC HOLIDAY EDITION This year reminded us to slow down, make time for family, and give thanks for the blessings in our lives. We are grateful for you, for being a part of our boating family, supporting local business, and for welcoming us into your families as you create unforgettable moments […]
September 25, 2020 - News
Now is the Time to Schedule your Winter Services
Now is the Time to Schedule your Winter Services NOW IS THE TIME TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR WINTERIZATION BEFORE THE FIRST FREEZE CBC offers shrinkwrapping and 6 months winter storage Contact Us Today, Space is Limited! Schedule Winter Services Now or Call us directly at 970-663-6473 3850 SE Frontage Rd, Johnstown, CO 80534 • […]
September 1, 2020 - News
Summer 2020 Special Edition
SPECIAL EDITION A recap of the 2020 boating season and a reflection of the past 30 years at CBC. Destination Staycation We may have stayed close to home this summer, but the CBC Boating Family had an Epic Staycation! We imagined, we connected and we voyaged, safely. If you didn’t have your best summer yet, contact […]
August 21, 2020 - Articles
Woofin’ It – Boating with your dog
No member of your family is as excited to go out for a ride on your boat as your dog. With the sun, the fresh air, the water and a bunch of playmates contained within the gunwales of your boat, what’s not to love, from the dog’s perspective.
May 20, 2020 - Articles
Fuel Facts: Ethanol and Your Boat
It’s that time of year when our service department starts getting lots of questions from customers about fuel. Specifically, they ask if it’s OK to use gasoline combined with ethyl alcohol, or ethanol.
April 23, 2020 - Articles
Pontoon News: Starcraft and CBC – A Winning Combination
We’re very excited that CBC is now an official dealer of the Starcraft Marine line of pontoons. This Indiana-based company has been making fine boats since 1903...five generations of the same family!
April 2, 2020 - Articles
Invasive Species Awareness
Invasive Species Awareness - This is the time of year when boaters are thinking about getting their vessels back on the water. And it’s a good time to review Colorado’s Aquatic Nuisance Species rules and regulations.
