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Racing Champion Fabio Buzzi Killed During Speed-Record Attempt
Fabio Buzzi, the legendary Italian engineer, boat designer and powerboat racing champion, died in an accident yesterday (Sept 17, 2019) during the closing stages of an attempt to beat his own speed record between Monte Carlo and Venice.
Inspecting the new MJM 53 and remembering the man who built it
The largest outboard-powered MJM to date launched at the 2019 Newport boat show. We take a look at this new model and remember the man who founded the company that built it.
Van der Valk BeachClub 660 Flybridge
The BeachClub 660 Flybridge from Van der Valk Shipyard takes the beach club concept to a whole new level. This boat needs to be seen to be believed.
The Importance of Tuning the Rudders on Your Boat
Think rudders are simple? Nope—it takes complex geometry to produce maximum running efficiency.
Tested: Aquila 32 Power Catamaran
Meet a dayboat you can actually spend the night on in air-conditioned comfort, no generator required.
Book Excerpt: The Frozen Frontier
Jane Maufe can trace her lineage to Sir John Franklin, the Arctic explorer who died trying to find the Northwest Passage in 1847. She set out to complete his quest.
Restless Soul
Whether you’re the owner of a six-outboard Scout or sometimes borrow a dinghy powered by an antique Evinrude, we’re all really searching for the same thing: Adventure.
Boats
Meet the Black Shiver 220
If Batman needs a 50-knot, 70-footer with a pair of Rolls-Royce jet drive engines, Sardinia's Novamarine has the Dark Knight covered. Meet the Black Shiver 220 at the 2019 Cannes Yachting Festival.
Van der Valk BeachClub 660 Flybridge
The BeachClub 660 Flybridge from Van der Valk Shipyard takes the beach club concept to a whole new level. This boat needs to be seen to be believed.
Tested: Aquila 32 Power Catamaran
Meet a dayboat you can actually spend the night on in air-conditioned comfort, no generator required.
Tested: Paul Mann 77
The luxuriously appointed and wildly practical Paul Mann 77 “Full Time” is built for hunting big gamefish.
Tested: Regulator 26XO
Whether you’re fishing the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico or planning a weekend’s worth of water sports, the Regulator 26XO has you covered.
Volvo Penta’s Latest Diesel Powerplants
Volvo Penta’s new D4 and D6 engines are only the beginning of what the manufacturer has in store.
Drawing Board: Wheeler 38
Wes Wheeler assembled a dream team to design and construct a modern version of the world’s most famous sportfisherman, Ernest Hemingway’s Pilar.
Still Waters Run Deep
A cruise to Tillicum Village opens a door to the past, and the people keeping Native maritime cultures alive today.
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Racing Champion Fabio Buzzi Killed During Speed-Record Attempt
Fabio Buzzi, the legendary Italian engineer, boat designer and powerboat racing champion, died in an accident yesterday (Sept 17, 2019) during the closing stages of an attempt to beat his own speed record between Monte Carlo and Venice.
Book Excerpt: The Frozen Frontier
Jane Maufe can trace her lineage to Sir John Franklin, the Arctic explorer who died trying to find the Northwest Passage in 1847. She set out to complete his quest.
SPECIAL REPORT: How To Support the Bahamas in the Wake of Hurricane Dorian
Spurred by the devastating destruction of the Bahamas, boaters are looking to help. Here’s one resource you should consider supporting.
Logbook: Mistakes Made
Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding learns that even a small engine repair can leave you with a severely damaged ego.
Inside Angle: Old-School Cool
Some yacht yards are so clean you could eat off the floor, others you shouldn’t enter before getting a tetanus shot. Yacht designer Bill Prince makes the case for the latter boatyards.
Voyaging
Waypoint: Apostle Islands, WI
Explore the sea caves, fish, hike and more on the shores of Lake Superior.
Still Waters Run Deep
A cruise to Tillicum Village opens a door to the past, and the people keeping Native maritime cultures alive today.
Living Aboard: Frequently Asked Questions
Laura Stein–wife of electronics editor Ben Stein–answers questions about her family’s decision to live aboard and how they make it work.
Cruising a Prestige 460 to Martha's Vineyard
It's funny how memories made at sea have a way of lasting the longest. #PrestigeSummer
Visiting the Martha's Vineyard Museum
History is all around us, you just need to stop and look for it. The editors learn about their new home-away-from-home at the Martha's Vineyard Museum.
Tested: Ranger 41
Cruising the Ranger 41 from Seattle through the San Juans showcases what boating in this special part of the world is all about.
Boat Business
A couple days cruising with colleagues aboard an Everglades 435CC blurs the line between work and play.
Electronics
The Technically Rich and Powerful Cortex
Vesper unveils combination AIS, VHF radio and boat monitor.
How To: Control Your Boat’s Systems When You’re Not There
What does it mean to have a “smart boat,” and how does the boat of the future function?
Upgrading the Sound System on Your Boat
Nothing accentuates a good time on the water like a top end stereo system—and of course a killer soundtrack.
Digital Security on Your Boat
With an increased number of connected devices on board, it’s time to rethink your boat’s digital security.
Maintenance
The Importance of Tuning the Rudders on Your Boat
Think rudders are simple? Nope—it takes complex geometry to produce maximum running efficiency.
How to Choose the Right Generator for Your Boat
The good news is there’s a generator to fit almost any boat. The tricky part, of course, is picking the right one.
How To: Choose the Best Varnish for Your Boat
Life's too short to spend it maintaining brightwork, so you'll want a varnish that lasts. But which one is best? We ask the experts.
How To: Make Sure Your Turbo Runs Forever
When was the last time you gave your turbo some TLC? If you took more than a few seconds to answer that question, maybe the time is now to show it some love. Learn what you need to do here.
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Dyna Yachts introduces brand new model Dyna 68
Experience everything that a quality 70ft yacht can offer aboard the Dyna 68 from Dyna. Dyna 68 is the brand new model launched by the Taiwanese yacht manufacturer Dyna Craft Ltd. in 2019. This exciting model was created through a dynamic collaboration between Dyna Yachts and Cor D. Rover Design of the Netherlands, and made her debut in Palm Beach International Boat Show 2019.
Sea Vision by Underwater Lights USA is the exclusive North American representative for the Italian manufacturer Foresti & Suardi
Designer Christian Grande and Foresti & Suardi have started working together and have developed a line of innovative and beautiful folding armchairs to bring style to yachts, villas and apartments. Each piece is made combining chromed brass and teak, the end result is a top quality aesthetic piece with Italian style.
Best Restoration Awarded to RMK Merrill-Stevens’ Refitted Yacht During Vintage Weekend
Cielito, a 43’ trunk cabin motoryacht designed in 1930 by the Stephen Brothers, won the 2018 Vintage Weekend award for Best Restoration, which was completed by Florida’s original shipyard, RMK Merrill-Stevens.
Historic, Modernized Florida Shipyard RMK Merrill-Stevens Announces Job Openings
RMK Merrill-Stevens (RMK MS), a full-service shipyard dedicated to the refit and repair of the world’s finest yachts and vessels, has announced the opening of ten new positions at the historic shipyard. Dating back to 1885, RMK MS is Florida’s most storied shipyard, being the first shipyard in the state. The company recently unveiled plans to update both the North and South Shipyards with new amenities, capabilities, and opportunities, including the addition of new team members. The updates include a 2,700-ton shiplift and a 100-ton travel lift.