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Power & Motoryacht is the leading marine media brand in the world. From the award-winning magazine that has captured the imagination of boaters for the last four decades, to its thriving video review program, newsletters, social media channels and podcast, Power & Motoryacht is the home for the best stories in boating.

With content enjoyed by millions of active boaters from around the world each year, the brand has earned the respect of its audience and the larger marine industry.

I've been faithfully reading Power & Motoryacht for many years. My wife's typical comment is, "Your boat magazine came in, guess I'll see you in a while.” But recently I've gained a new appreciation for you and your crew of writers. You see, not long ago while I was complaining about the news media's twist on most everything, my grown kids said, "You should listen to podcasts.” If you haven't guessed, I'm past the halfway point in the journey of life and not quite on top of the tech scene. So, after some coaching on smart phone handling, I found the Power & Motoryacht podcast. Finally, my commute to work became a pleasurable experience. This is where the new-found appreciation came in; after reading the highly detailed articles and admiring the beautiful photos provided by your staff for years, I had somehow come to believe that you are part of the elite, ultra-wealthy set that can afford these exquisite floating masterpieces. In fact, after listening to your podcast, I've learned that you're just a bunch of regular guys and gals that, like me, love boats. I've been boating all my life, and while I love a day on the water, I've often said, I like boats more than boating. Realizing that you and your crew are a hard-working bunch that made better career choices than I did makes me enjoy your magazine that much more. Keep up the good work.
— Dale Sackett

Great podcast on Matt Howard! We have a Wilbur 34 and live on the Eastern Shore and look forward to seeing his Wilbur 38 on her visits up the Choptank River that he says he enjoys. Currently, we are cruising in Florida on board Lark but will be back on La Trappe Creek this spring. I’m sure he knows where that is! Long time subscriber, keep up the good work!
— Doug Firth

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Richard Kupchunos. My wife Connie and I live in the Ivoryton section of Essex. We built a house and moved here twenty years ago. We are long time boaters and our passion for boating brought us here full time upon my retirement.

We own a Tiara, 3500 express named Taillights. We keep Taillights at the Safe Harbor Dauntless Marina main dock leading to the fuel dock. The view is one of the best anywhere.

Hey Dan,
I was happy to read in the latest issue of Power & Motoryacht that you bought a boat and are keeping it at the "Island." Your letter inspired me to write and congratulate you as editor of Power & Motoryacht. You are doing a fantastic job with the magazine. I can't believe how much the magazine has changed in such a short time. The articles are great and very enjoyable. You have carefully avoided the trap so many editors fall into, political and social bias.
— Rich Kupchunos

Dear Mr. Harding,
I have been considerably impressed that Power & Motoryacht, under your editorship, routinely includes impactful articles that I am drawn to read thoroughly. This morning, I finally settled down with September 2021 to read the terrific series on the 20th anniversary of the dreadful 9/11 attacks on New York City. I enjoy the reviews of new boats and gear–but thank you especially for the issue-after-issue presentation of thoughtfully conceived and executed articles that raise your publication to a step above.
— Russ Jones

Dear Mr. Harding:
As I sit at my desk. I’m pondering how to introduce the purpose of this Letter to the Editor. It all started when my husband began subscribing to your magazine about 15 years ago. At the time, I was not a boat enthusiast, but I had always romanticized travelling on a “sailboat” and was not a fan of power boats at the time.

But jumping ahead, I grew to appreciate my husband’s love for power boats. As a 16-year-old Bob enthusiastically operated his father’s 30 foot Broadwater Cabin Cruiser. Then as a young adult he purchased a 25 foot Regal.

Over the years, learned not only the rewards and love associated with boating, but also what it gave back … finding those quiet coves to set anchor, enjoying nature and being overwhelmed by the massiveness of the waterways.

Though my husband has since sold his last boat, there lingers a sweetness and respect for boating that my husband shared with me that I will always treasure. As a result of your magazine, where I was first introduced to Logbook; I continue to learn the many aspects of boating from the diverse articles published in your magazine (from personal commentaries, commercial use, boat builders, boat history, occupations surrounding boats/ships).

I was encouraged to write this letter after reading your Logbook “New Year, Same Year” (March 2021). The many articles provided a bit of escape from the challenges/difficult times that some of us experienced during the pandemic. They were educational, entertaining and heartwarming.

Over the year(s) I also saw a change in the articles written and produced by your magazine that expanded the marketing appeal not only to men but to women readers (especially articles written by women with their unique perspective).

I look forward to reading future “profiles and adventures that inspire” us, your readers!
— Shirley N. Starr

Dan,
I read your intro and just finished Michael Rybovich's story. If there was nothing else to read this would be a keeper edition. I'm older than you and probably in the same age group as Mike. I too was raised in a family business with many odors that make me remember guys long gone.

I can't thank you enough for this and previously wonderful editions of this finest magazine. The articles brought actual tears to my face. Thank you so much.
— Son of Commodore Chuck Dawes, Ron Dawes

Dan,
A friend of mine gave me a copy of the summer Power & Motoryacht magazine last week. As a 20-plus year owner of boats, I said thanks and started looking at the pictures of “big boats.” I passed the magazine to the kids, and they all picked out their favorite yachts. Even I picked out the Utopia IV that Moran Yacht & Ship was advertising as my favorite.

Your Editor's Letter hit home with me in a few ways, and I felt compelled to email you. We have three children aged 13, 11 and 9. Ironically, they all have May birthdays [not planned] and each of their first boating voyages were around the July 4th holiday. The photo of your wife and Connor takes me right back to the photos we have of each of our kids being in the car-seat carrier on our boat. In some ways it was quite a challenge with the bags, the little life vest and feeding schedule. However, we pulled it off.

Your search for the perfect Bertram reminds me of some of my searches for boats of my past. Boating is a passion and we are all in. We focus our interests around the sports behind the boat and family time. There are engine hours, but the family hours are what mean the most.
— David Soffer

Dan,
Another home run issue. You must be running yourself into the ground but for sure the magazine has improved since you took over. Your story about the family fun really hit home. I have three great daughters and they always went boating with us; they became known as "Doug's slaves" and they always were ready to toss ropes, take care of anchoring and put out fenders and all the little things that good crew do. My last one, Joy, I had at age 57, and at that time we owned a 29-foot Maxima and spent several weekends on it under the conditions you wrote about. The next boat was a Meridan, and we named it after Joy. She was about 3 or 4 at the time. Keep up the good work!
— Doug Constantine

I just wanted to let you know that the cover of the summer issue of Power and Motoryacht is the best ever. It is absolutely stunning. Keep up the great work.
— Capt. John McClane