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Launch Day! Top 5 Spring Launch Service Checks
As spring marches closer and everyone wants to be on the water, we came up with our top 5 Spring Launch Checks that we, at CYW, find most important. Is your boat ready? Safety First. Check for frayed lines, ragged fenders and expiration dates on your flare kits or...
Hustle Chicago Fundraiser with Team Chicago Yacht Works!
We are back for the annual Hustle Chicago event! This Sunday, February 24th, Team Chicago Yacht Works will climb up 94 flights of stairs to support the Respiratory Health Association. Our team will be logging 1,632 steps in the iconic building at 875 N. Michigan...
Spring Class Schedule: March-May 2019
To say this winter has given all of us a good taste of cabin fever would be an understatement. We are counting down the days until spring and luckily, it's not too far away. We are glad to see all of you signing up for classes to dust off your boating knowledge - or...
2019 Is Off…Full Speed Ahead!
Are you settling into the New Year yet? We have decided to dive right in here at Chicago Yacht Works and we’d love for you to join us. After all, it’s the best way to get out of the winter slump that some of us experience this time of year. Come on out and get...
2019 Class Announcement!
It's that time of year again! Wrapping up 2018, getting ready for the holidays and trying to navigate the cold, wintery days of Chicago. At CYW, we prefer to stay focused on the warm boating days ahead. In the spirit of preparing to get back out on the water, we've...
Wintertime Activities at CYW
It’s winter time in Chicago and, as boaters, we know it can be a dreary time because there is now six months until we can relax with family and friends on the water again. However, at Chicago Yacht Works, we have plenty to keep us busy all season long. In addition to...
Spring 2019 Boating Season Starts Now!
With your boat stored away for the winter, you may be thinking that boating season is over. Wrong! The 2019 boating season is just beginning, and your boat needs annual maintenance and repairs before launching next spring. We encourage customers to book Service...
Boat Season 2018 Wrap Up
Can you believe we are in the midst of the fall season already? This season flew by for us! Even though we are sad to see boat season come to an end so quickly, we can’t help but think about all the fun times we’ve had out on the water! The Moonglade Launch After 36...
When Is The Best Time To Purchase Your Boat?
There are so many ideas on which is the best time to purchase or trade in your boat. We’ve kept track of this closely over the years and have determined when you should keep your eyes open. The Results Are In! The end of the boating season may be the best time to buy...
SERVICE FAQ’S: What does my boat need?
When owning a boat, the most exciting part is to get out on the water as quickly as possible. In Chicago, the boating season can be limited and we want to help with your boat service needs so you can make the most of your summer. To make your boating season as long as...