Boat Tests

Looking for a fresh perspective on the Tiara 43, Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding enlists the help of someone who's proven hard to impress: his father-in-law.

A clever passerelle and an intriguing expanding deck might get all the attention aboard the Evo R6, but there’s more to this Italian dayboat than outdoor origami.

A late fall cruise in Connecticut allows the author to see her home waters, and the new line of outboard-powered Back Coves, in a new light.

Sea Ray unveils its flagship Sundancer 370, a preview of the future of the well-known cruiser line.

To gain a fresh perspective on the Tiara 43 LE, Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding enlists one of the hardest people to impress: His father-in-law.

The 46-foot center console is clean and fast, with the same fit and finish you’d find on a 92 Viking.

A strong breeze—and even stronger current—in the U.K.’s fabled Solent creates the ideal testing ground for the Pearl 62.

Absolute’s newest model comes standard with “why didn’t I think of that?” solutions.

This Italian-built, 54-footer offers luxury design and solid hull construction.

The Tactical T40 is a product of the Great White North's extreme conditions. We head to Vancouver to give it a test.

With plenty of propulsion options to choose from, Greenline’s 45 Fly is the perfect blend of performance and livability.

An economical and voluminous trawler-style yacht from Italy, tested in its home waters.

From one of the first companies to design a trawler, the Grand Banks 54 ushers cruising yachts into the modern age.

The new 26-foot center console adds more fishing features to a proven platform.

With help from imaginative design concepts and a pool on the foredeck, the Sirena 88 strays into superyacht territory.

A post-quarantine sea trial of the Hunt 63 reminds the author that the only way to create something beautiful is by embracing collaboration.

The Leopard 53 Powercat touts its bluewater cruising ability and generous accommodations on a jaunt to the Bahamas.

The Cali-based, father-son team of Mike and Barrett Howarth jump from building center consoles to sportfishermen with the Mag Bay 42.

Ferretti’s latest offering combines innovation and sophisticated styling in a true-to-form hull design capable of 30-plus knots.

Whether it’s the retracting sunroof or dropping the throttle, the Azimut Atlantis 45 commands attention wherever she may roam.

Early hiccups put a passion project on ice. Recently revived, with the help of Sanlorenzo, the Bluegame BGX70 is here.

Sharing a hull design with the next-generation Targa 65, the Fairline Squadron 68 offers clever solutions to age-old problems.

Beauty and classic design elements tend to win out for Riva's elegant marque. The Dolceriva is no exception.

A test of the Prestige 420 Flybridge allows the author to give his youngest a taste of the salt life.