Tested: Hargrave 76 Flushdeck
The Hargrave 76 captures the essence of her owner’s vision. Her performance is solid and her fit and finish beyond reproach, but it’s the whole package taken together that’s truly extraordinary. Read our boat test of the Hargrave 76 here.
Delivering (and Testing) the MarineMax 484
Having the luck of Executive Editor Capt. Bill Pike would make us blush. He slipped his name onto the delivery crew list for MarineMax and drew a leg on the brand-new 484 powercat from Florida to the BVI. Well, if you didn’t know already, the man can spin up a sea story. See what happened on the MarineMax 484 here.
Power & Motoryacht's Boat Test of the Austin Parker 42.
When an Italian builder creates a lobster yacht, we would expect a different take on what was once a distinctly American design. But what came of this combination in the hands of designer Fulvio De Simoni is something else entirely. See what happens when two design traditions converge here.
Power & Motoryacht's Boat Test of the Maritimo M50.
Adding feet and inches to an established design is a proven way to bring customers along and update a model lineup. But Maritimo has refined the method with the introduction of the M50, which riffs on the much-loved M48, but takes the use of interior space to the next level. Check out what we’re talking about here.
Power & Motoryacht's Boat Test of the Sunseeker Predator 80
Superlatives will surely follow the Sunseeker Predator 80 on every leg of her voyage. From incredible available performance to luxurious interior appointments, this suave and sophisticated cruiser conjures images of international intrigue, evening trysts, and port arrivals under cover of darkness. Find out more about the Sunseeker Predator 80 here.
No WorriesMaritimo’s Aegean 55 succeeds by leveraging a proven formula and keeping things simple.Ever since it began building boats back in 2003, Maritimo’s been known for a laser...
The Maestro 82 is maneuverable, Americanized, and as comfortable as a five-star hotel.
We’re gonna try to park this vessel alongside that?!” I asked, pointing at a...
A Matter Of ChoiceRiviera’s new Enclosed Flybridge lets you pick your power and your point of view.Some boaters are all about choice—they want options and plenty of them. Others...
Beating The HeatThe Sessa C54 is an elegant and nimble boat that’ll keep you cool, literally and figuratively.The Miami heat is unbeatable in June. And I’m not talking about...
Ticket to ParadiseThis Italian-made yacht is built for fun in the sun, and she plays the part well.I distinctly remember going to the zoo when I was a kid and seeing a cheetah in...
Like A RocketPershing lives up to its name with a yacht that flies across the water with guided-missile speed.Pershings seem to defy the laws of physics. It is normal for one to...
Sophisticated LadyConventionally styled and propelled, the Horizon E88 is out there in terms of technology.I carry a pocket knife. Yeah, I usually carry an iPhone as well during...
Turkish TravelerThis 78-footer combines a classic profile, a modern interior, and generous cruising range.I’ve seen and tested a fair number of cold-molded mahogany Vicems over...
A Beauty And A BeastAzimut’s newest addition to its s collection is fast, chic, and suffice to say, she’s got a bit of an edge to her.In one of the more memorable lines from the...
Game OnBeneteau’s newest Fast Trawler proves it’s serious about attracting American cruisers.I first encountered Beneteau’s Swift Trawlers in France last summer. I spent most of...
A Little Flash for the FamilyLooking for performance and posh but need room for kids and grandkids? Fairline’s got it.A few months ago I tested the Fairline Targa 58 (see April...
The Complete YachtThis boat’s standards list includes dynamic positioning and a Seakeeper gyro-stabilizer. There’s no denying the striking one-of-a-kind appearance of Island Pilot...
Poetry In MotionViking Yachts puts a new twist on propulsion with a fast, fun super-performer. Now this was going to be interesting! Viking Yachts was making its first foray into...
A trip to the Bahamas shows that this 63-footer has taken fishablity, speed, and comfort to the next level. The expanse of violaceous Gulf Stream water off of Pompano Beach,...
Pure IndulgenceEver wish you could forget about practicality? This boat will make you believe you not only can but should.I studiously avoid comparing boats and cars, feeling that...
High Flyer This 64-foot Italian Import offers owners a blend of speed, grace, and class.Set firmly at the midpoint of its flying-bridge range, Azimut’s new 64 bears the hopes of...
West Coast CachetCoastal Craft Uses Its Commercial Roots To Build An Exceptional Welded-Aluminum Cruiser.While taking a look at Coastal Craft’s new 400IPS for the first time in...
One Man’s PassionHaving built his ultimate battlewagon, this accomplished angler now wants to build one for you.A successful businessman develops an interest in sportfishing that...
Triple ThreatThis 44-foot hardtop-equipped express is equally at home chasing billfish, dayboating, or cruising.Three out of four live ballyhoo-rigged circle hooks went down as...
Performance Wizard
The latest Sea Ray makes magic on the water thanks to careful engineering and Zeus-inspired maneuverability.
I first caught sight of the...
American BeautyThe Tiara 4500 Sovran is everything a sportscruiser should be . . . and more.As some of you may have noticed, I’m new here. I came onboard PMY back in July in part...
Aboard Absolute’s newest sport yacht, the compromises are few and well-considered.
The first time I heard there was a new boat company called Absolute, I got it. Or I...
American MasterThe gozzo morphs into a cruising boat that’s been tailored to American tastes.Take one look at the Maestro 65 and you can tell she’s got fishing in her bloodlines....
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