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Marlow Explorer 70E
New features like a "Captain's Cabin", a design update to the country kitchen and some tweaks to the engine room give us plenty to like aboard the 70E.
New Boat: Jarrett Bay 67
The builder's 63rd custom yacht blends classic and modern styling, with 7 feet of headroom to boot.
MCY 66 and 76. The evolution of the Monte Carlo Yachts' new Vision
Monte Carlo Yachts is now ready to present other two new models, MCY 66 and MCY 76, which will capture the nautical scenes in spring and summer respectively and will be displayed as World Premiere at Cannes Yachting Festival 2019.
Out of the Loop
Reflecting on a family’s decision to live aboard and all the good, bad and unforgettable that comes with it.
Boating Advice For Cruising South In The Fall
Captain Frank Nicolois packed up his gear and began his trek south from Staten Island Marina on his client’s Princess 62 to his final port of Fort Lauderdale.
Boats
Tested: Sunseeker 74 Sport Yacht
The finest attributes from Sunskeeker’s Predator and Motoryacht line shine aboard the 74 Sport Yacht.
The Basics of Hull Design Explained
Understanding hull design will ensure your next boat is your best boat. Bill Prince breaks down what you need to know.
Tested: Fleming 78 Classic
The builder's latest model is built to explore faraway destinations
Tested: Cruisers Cantius 46
The hard-charging Cantius 46 from Cruisers Yachts showcases a contemporary interior, a sporty turn of speed and a certain all-American, small-town mystique.
VIDEO: John Steinbeck's Western Flyer
Port Townsend Co-Op's master shipwrights breathe new life into the thrice-sank Western Flyer.
Tested: We take the Cutwater 24 to the San Juan Islands
From mopeds to late-night gatherings around campfires, the Cutwater 24 was made to get places quickly and enjoy activities longer.
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Blogs
Understanding The Alarms on Your Boat
Buzzing, beeps, bells and whistles—each sound indicates something different on our boats.
Inside Angle: The Perils of Being Mr. Clean
We all love a tidy boat, but boater beware: You can go too far.
Power Shift
The first two issues of our newest publication build upon this magazine's role as the powerboat authority. Find out what the buzz is all about.
Boating Butterflies
Butterflies in your stomach? Channel that energy toward productive solutions while out on the water.
Cruising the San Juans aboard a Ranger 41
What do you think of when you think of the Pacific Northwest? For me, this place that I’ve been reading about for the past decade has been synonymous with one thing: Adventure.
Uncharted Waters: The Birds
Capt. Bill Pike channels his inner ornithologist and learns a plastic, fantastic owl is no match for seagulls’ “leavings.”
Voyaging
Discover the Pacific Northwest
Trust us, you've never seen the Pacific Northwest like this (and with this kind of style) before.
Waypoint: Annapolis
This historic town is bustling with modern life and a rich boating culture that’s waiting to be explored.
Cruising to St. Augustine, Florida
Life at Eight Knots. With some divine intervention, the editors enjoy a superb, slow adventure aboard a lovingly restored Cape Dory 28.
Nova Scotia as a Cruising Destination
The author plots a course to Nova Scotia and discovers his adventurous spirit all over again.
Out of the Loop
Reflecting on a family’s decision to live aboard and all the good, bad and unforgettable that comes with it.
Waypoint: St. Simons Island, GA
The Laid-Back, Beautiful Gem of Georgia’s Golden Isles: This relaxed coastal island is boater-friendly all year round.
Big Fun
Aboard a Maverick sportfisherman off Costa Rica, a lifelong angler experiences three crazy hours of billfish bliss.
Initiation Cruise
Two new staff members journey down the ICW and return a little more salty than when they began.
Electronics
Tested: Dockmate Wireless Remote Docking
The Dockmate wireless remote allows the user to control engines, thrusters, windlasses and horn away from the helm.
KVH’s TracPhone LTE-1
The LTE-1 allows music streaming and communication services like FaceTime to be accessed while well offshore.
Tested: Wireless Headsets for Boaters
Clear communications on board via full-duplex wireless headsets have proven to be an extremely useful tool for this full-time cruising family.
Raymarine's joystick-enabled DockSense assisted docking system.
An IPS-equipped Prestige 460 is an ideal partner to trial Raymarine's new assisted docking system.
Raymarine’s DockSense Assisted Docking
Dock Like A Boss: Raymarine looks to de-stress docking with their joystick-enabled DockSense.
Maintenance
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.
How To Buff Your Hull The Right Way
Polishing and cleaning your boat with a power buffer may be intimidating at first, but after you get used to it your hull (and your forearms) will thank you.
How to Stay on Top of Your Boat’s Fuel System Health
Boatyard tip: Today’s vacuum gauges are very sophisticated, so staying on top of your fuel system’s health is easier than ever.
The Merits and Drawbacks of Engine Redundancy
Is get-home power really necessary? Seldom-used get-home engines might not work when you need them most.
Gear
Boaters Newswire
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.
RMK Merrill-Stevens Unveils “Today’s Modernized Shipyard” at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
RMK MS is the world’s leading superyacht refit, repair and maintenance facility and the first shipyard in Florida, dating back to the 19 century. FLIBS attendees will have the opportunity to meet the expert and friendly team of professionals, tradesmen and craftsmen at the exhibit booth for a visual tour of the equipment upgrades, enhanced shipyard capabilities and modern features and amenities.
Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Center Console Powerboats Now Available in the Northeast
South Florida Performance Boats (SOFLO), Nor-Tech’s largest stocking dealer based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has expanded to the Northeast. Now serving customers in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut and Rhode Island, SOFLO has boats available for inspection and demonstration, and is able to provide clients with the same concierge-level service they have come to expect from the team at SOFLO.