Absolute Navetta 70 Yacht Review
Meet the Absolute Navetta 70: a sleek, luxurious yacht with four staterooms, innovative design, and impressive performance for unforgettable journeys on the water.
Fleming 85 | Owner Profile
During their summer cruise through New England, Tim Armand and his wife Lisa invite Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding aboard and share their experience building their "ultimate" Fleming 85.
How to prepare your boat for winter
Essential tips for winterizing and storing your boat, from dry and wet storage options to covers, tarps, and shrink-wrapping methods. Learn how to protect your boat against winter damage with expert advice on everything from ice prevention to frame building.
Viking 74 Walkthrough
One of the stars of the 2024 Fort Lauderdale Show is undoubtedly Viking’s new 74, which replaces their popular 72. 60 years of dedication to building a better boat is certainly on display here.
Stem to Stern: Imposters
Michael Rybovich reveals how the brotherhood of real, venerable boatbuilders is in the fight of its life.
Most Watched
Tested: Palm Beach 70
The Palm Beach 70—the builder’s new flagship—has been compared to a modern commuter yacht. This made the editors wonder: could it beat modern transportation to Manhattan? A race was born.
151' Burger Yacht Walk-Through Video
We now interrupt your regular scheduled programming to bring you one seriously well-done Burger.
Meet the Hood 35 LM
When you're a tech mogul, and just any boat won't do, you call Chris Hood and the team at Lyman-Morse and they'll bring your dream boat to life. Take an exclusive first look at that boat, the Hood 35 LM, here.
The Legend of Al Grover
Al Grover and his sons squared off against a monstrous hurricane, a near-drowning, fuel-issues and exhaustion on their way to earning a Guinness World Record for being the first outboard-powered boat to cross the Atlantic.
Boats
Maserati Tridente Electric Boat Review
The Maserati Tridente pulls from the expertise of three different brands to deliver a successful marine debut for a fabled Italian automaker.
Fleming 85 | Review and Owner Profile
During their summer cruise through New England, Tim Armand and his wife Lisa invite Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding aboard and share their experience building their "ultimate" Fleming 85.
New Boat: Pearl 82
The newest model from the stalwart British builder comes with the level of innovation boat buyers expect.
New Boat: Tiara 56 LS
Tiara adds to its Luxury Series, and it’s (almost) as adventure-ready as it is family-friendly.
Prestige F4.9 Flybridge Cruiser Walkthrough
At the 2024 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, Prestige debuts a new 50-foot flybridge model that checks a lot of boxes. Climb aboard with us here.
CraigCat Adventure Catamaran
At the boat shows, we’re always on the lookout for unique vessels. Invented by Erik and Robert Craig nearly 30 years ago and refined through all those years, these speedy little 30-horsepower, joystick-steered catamarans feature super-stable and tough roto-molded and foam-filled pontoons, rod holders, a bimini and plenty of other options. They, frankly, look like a blast to rip around on, or cast from in inches of shallow water. Have a closer look with Senior Editor Chris Dixon.
Regulator 25 Walkthrough
Built on a deep-V platform and powered with twin 250-hp Yamahas, the Regulator 25 is ready to head offshore. Step aboard for a first look at the 2024 Fort Lauderdale Show.
Regal 43 SAV Walkthrough
With just the right balance of fishing and pleasure-boating amenities, this is a pleasure boat you can truly fish, and vice versa. Step aboard for a video walkthrough.
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Restoring a Classic Skiff
Follow a father-son journey of patience, teamwork, and triumph as they restore a 1992 McKee Craft skiff, transforming frustrations into life lessons on the water.
Maxim Yachts 43 Comfort
Maxim Yachts is planning to show off its new 43 Comfort dayboat at Boot Düsseldorf from January 18 to 25, 2025
Logbook: Out of Office
Reconnect on the water: Join Dan Harding as he explores Ft. Lauderdale, cruising with colleagues, discovering yachts, and embracing in-person connections.
Pioneer in Power Cats: Lex Raas
From humble beginnings building boats for his father in South Africa to championing Leopard and now Aquila power cats, it’s safe to call Lex Raas a cat lover. Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding sits down with Lex to discuss his life with power cats and why he thinks they’re poised to continue to grow in popularity.
In Our Wake: War Horse
Discover the impact of Johnson's "PO" Sea Horse outboard motor, which powered Allied advances across Europe in WWII, revolutionizing river crossings and pontoon bridges.
Project Spitfire
Explore Ares Yachts' "Project Spitfire," a 166-foot superyacht inspired by the WWII Spitfire, featuring a jacuzzi, cinema, staterooms, and hybrid drive.
Cruising & Destinations
Waterfront: Women Making Waves
An intrepid young boater—and journalist—looks to up her game at an all female boating course.
Sportfish U.S.A.
How did tiny Wanchese, North Carolina become the global mecca for custom sportfish building? Chris Dixon finds out on an OBX pilgrimage.
Meet the Lake Erie Locals
Power & Motoryacht celebrates our 100th podcast episode. Kicking things off, Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding reflects on what that milestone means to him and his team. Then Senior Editor Owen Burke chats with a couple on Lake Erie who hope to leverage their social media presence to get more young people to join them out on the water.
Life Aboard: Goldilocks
Some choose boats the are too big or too small. Bob Arrington offers wisdom on finding one that’s just right.
The History of Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale is one of the country’s best-known yachting destinations but its wild history has largely been forgotten by time. Mike Smith reveals the hidden history of “Where the Boys Are.”
Naval Architect Discusses Bayesian Yacht Sinking
Yacht Designer and Naval Architect Bill Prince helps to set some of the record straight on a yacht sinking that has captured the world’s attention.
Life Aboard: Pitching Boats, Not Fastballs
Sure, baseball is great, but is boating better? Bob Arrington makes his pitch.
Life on The Loop
Cinda and Mark Boomershine discuss seasick cats, homeschool meltdowns and life lessons in the wake of a 15-month journey on the Great Loop.
Electronics
Volvo Penta Dock Assist Demonstration
Volvo Penta showcases their game-changing Dock Assist technology. Wind, current and fear while docking might just become a thing of the past.
Special Report: Wind Farms and Their Effect on Boating
Is the wind farm apocalypse nigh? That depends on who you talk to and where your interests and priorities lie.
Garmin at FLIBS 2023
If you think Garmin just makes MFDs you've been living under a rock. Learn what's new with the American electronics giant.
How to Add Wireless Charging to Your Boat
Throw that old cord away! Luddite Mike Smith tells us why you’ll never go back to a plug-in charger again.
Maintenance
Restoring a Classic Skiff
Follow a father-son journey of patience, teamwork, and triumph as they restore a 1992 McKee Craft skiff, transforming frustrations into life lessons on the water.
Installing a Seakeeper Ride
Electronics Editor Ben Stein installs both a Seakeeper gyro and the new Seakeeper Ride on a 22-footer for the ultimate test.
Profile of Yacht Glazing and Yacht Glass Manufacturer Tilse
Discover the cutting-edge yacht glass innovations behind DAR, the 295-foot superyacht with 4,300 sq. ft. of glass, crafted by Tilse's expert artisans.
Boatyard: How To Ship Your Boat Along the Coast
Hire a captain? Employ a truck driver? Mike Smith on how to move your boat hundreds—or thousands—of miles.
How To: (And Why To) Clean the Bottom of Your Boat
Mike Smith on why you need to get some dive gear and get under your boat.