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Our First-Ever Pacific Northwest Issue
The editors descended upon the hallowed cruising grounds of the Pacific Northwest to learn about the boats built here and the people that call these waters home. They discovered that and so much more. Escape to the Pacific with us, you won't regret it.
VIDEO: Exclusive first U.S. test of the Sunseeker Hawk.
Sunseeker returns to its high-performance routes with their first-ever, outboard-powered boat. Hold onto your hat and prepare for a first look at this Hawk in flight.
Review: Mercury Racing Debuts 450-hp Outboard
Supercharged 4.6-Liter V8 has best power-to-weight ratio in industry. We tested Mercury's new 450-hp 450R outboards on 10 boats including the Cigarette Tirranna, Midnight Express 43 Open, Sea Ray SLX-R 350, and Formula 430 SSC. Read our full review here.
Drawing Board: Azimut 47 Verve
Building on the success of it smaller, 40-foot sibling, Azimut doubles down on the outboard market.
Beneteau Swift Trawler 47 Adventure
Rough seas, a long night watch, unbelievable encounters with nature and in a word–adventure–is what the editors encountered on leg one of a one-of-a-kind delivery.
Freedom Waters Foundation
Freedom Waters Foundation connects kids with special needs and yacht owners for a day on the water.
VIDEO: The Real Deal(er)
The editors of Power & Motoryacht and Soundings work with the team at Staten Island Yacht Sales and learn the value of working with a reputable dealer.
Boats
New Boat: Yanmar X47 Express Cruiser
With the flare of a sports car and the function of a sedan, Yanmar’s new 47-footer is a floating luxury craft.
New Boat: Outer Reef 640 Azure
Outer Reef Yachts latest launch is a true entertainer. The 640 Azure takes its design cues from the alfresco lifestyle of the Mediterranean coast.
A Boy and a Boat
In 1957, teenager Tom Ireland set out on a 1,500-mile journey from Long Island to Miami aboard a 13-foot Speedliner with a 25-hp outboard. What happened next even Mark Twain couldn't make up.
Drawing Board: Summit Motoryachts 54
Meet Kadey-Krogen's New Company. Hull No. 1 of Kadey-Krogen's new motoryacht company (yes, you read that right) marches towards completion.
New Boat Alert: Nordhavn Announces New 41-footer
Building off the success of their stalwart Nordhavn 40, the builder went back to the drawing board to create its replacement.
Review: Yamaha 425-hp XTO Offshore Outboard
Yamaha’s most powerful offering debuts a number of new features and some industry firsts.
New Boat: Dyna 68
Taiwanese builder Dyna Yachts thought outside the box when creating this versatile new motoryacht with Dutch designer Cor D. Rover.
New Boat: Vanquish VQ50
With aggressive styling and aluminum construction, this 50-footer isn’t for everyone. And that’s how the builder likes it.
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Blogs
MarineMax Goes Worldwide
The nation’s largest recreational boat and yacht retailer acquired Fraser Yachts and added Benetti Yachts and MJM Yachts to their premium roster.
Legendary Carolina Builder Omie Tillet Passes Away
A Carolina sportfishing legend, Omie Tillet leaves a legacy of craftsmanship and camaraderie in his wake.
In The Wake: A classic outboard ad revisited
We look back at a vintage outboard advertisement and tell you what its model is really thinking.
To The Rescue
A stalwart little fishboat and her trusty outboard are put to the test when the author spots a capsized vessel with its occupants bobbing in hypothermic waters.
Every Boater, a Builder
Salt Boatworks makes it possible for anyone—yes, anyone—to build a boat.
An Azimut in Times Square
You don’t expect to find an S6 resting in Times Square but if you think about it, maybe it’s not such a strange place to find an Azimut after all.
Voyaging
Waypoint: Northeast Harbor, Maine
This quiet, blissful harbor lets the landscape speak for itself.
A Different Down East
The Back Cove 34O trades inboards for outboards, and lobsters for blue crabs. We took her for an extended sea trail to the Chesapeake Bay.
Beneteau Swift Trawler 47 Adventure
Rough seas, a long night watch, unbelievable encounters with nature and in a word–adventure–is what the editors encountered on leg one of a one-of-a-kind delivery.
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.
Electronics
Digital Security on Your Boat
With an increased number of connected devices on board, it’s time to rethink your boat’s digital security.
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.
Maintenance
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.
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.
Gear
Boaters Newswire
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.