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  • Fairline Targa 47 GT Will Make US Debut

    Fairline Targa 47 GT Will Make US Debut The Fairline Targa 47 GT is represented in the US by Strong’s Marine and will debut at the 2026 Palm Beach Boat Show. Courtesy Fairline Fairline Yachts enters a new phase of growth in the United States, anchored by an expanded partnership with Strong’s Marine and the…

  • On Board With: Coral Rose Aiello

    On Board With: Coral Rose Aiello Coral Rose Aiello had an early introduction to the salt life. Courtesy Sara Star Fishing Charters As the daughter of a veteran charter captain (Capt. Joe Aiello) in Newport, Rhode Island, Coral Rose Aiello had an early introduction to the salt life. At 14 years old, she started serving…

  • Chasing Boating History in a Classic Boat

    Chasing Boating History in a Classic Boat Tim Sharkey had an amazing boating adventure on a 145-mile endurance run from New York City to Albany. Tom Jolly The sun had already risen to the east over Governor’s Island and Brooklyn, as Tim Sharkey launched the 13-foot Bullet that he first built and then restored himself. …

  • Costa Extends Pilothouse PRO Offering With Limited-Edition Array Pack

    Costa Extends Pilothouse PRO Offering With Limited-Edition Array Pack The Costa Pilothouse PRO Array Pack lens provide a wide range of visibility, come in three colors, and are backed by Z87.1+ certified safety performance in the US for serious days on the water. Courtesy Costa Following the launch of Pilothouse PRO, Costa is announcing a…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Montara EVO 25

    Boat Test: 2026 Montara EVO 25 Visit Montara Find a Montara Dealer Overview Pardon the comparison, but Montara’s original Surf Boss was a bit like Frankenstein’s monster. It stitched together the wake-boosting hull, inboard power and extras of a wakesports boat with the passenger-friendly space and profile of a pontoon. The result was a monster…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Sanpan 2700 Split Bench With Windshield

    Boat Test: 2026 Sanpan 2700 Split Bench With Windshield Visit Godfrey Pontoon Boats Build Your Godfrey Pontoon Find a Godfrey Dealer Overview Godfrey Marine’s Sanpan 2700 Split Bench with Windshield defines the phrase “high-zoot.” It’s a potent mix of power, speed and luxury; one with a bad need for speed yet also chock-a-block with amenities…

  • Custom Catamaran Pushes Boatbuilding Limits

    Custom Catamaran Pushes Boatbuilding Limits The aluminum Park Shark catamaran was built and equipped to make the 140-mile round trip from Key West to the Dry Tortugas National Park with comfort and speed, thanks to quad Suzuki 350 outboards. Courtesy Dometic If boats had personalities, Capt. Robert Trosset’s 35-foot custom aluminum catamaran, Park Shark, would…

  • FishCast vs. Fish Mapping

    FishCast vs. Fish Mapping The latest in fish-forecasting technologies can lead you directly to the most likely offshore areas for finding fish. Courtesy SiriusXM Marine Anglers are always looking for information when it comes to finding offshore fish such as mahi, marlin, tuna and wahoo. Today, there are two fish-forecasting technology services that tap satellite…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Formula 360 CBR Outboard

    Boat Test: 2026 Formula 360 CBR Outboard Visit Formula Build Your Formula Find a Formula Dealer Overview Boating covered Formula’s sterndrive version of the 360 Crossover Bowrider (CBR) in the 2026 Boat Buyers Guide issue. I had the privilege of sitting behind the helm of that exciting new model and learned it lived up to…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Cruisers Yachts 38 VTR

    Boat Test: 2026 Cruisers Yachts 38 VTR Visit Cruisers Yachts Find a Cruisers Yachts Dealer Overview Let’s cut to the chase.These new Cruisers VTRs are exactly how we (and most families I know) use our boats. We fish, we play with water toys, we overnight at nearby islands, we swim, we entertain friends, and sometimes,…

  • New Life For Florida Waterways

    New Life For Florida Waterways Cory Redwine at work preserving and protecting marine habitat. Courtesy Cory Redwine With her bright pink hair and punk rock attitude, Cory Redwine may not look like your typical marine conservationist and habitat restoration specialist, but when this 50-something Merritt Island resident saw the health of her local waterways degrading,…

  • Wireless Controller Enhances Yamaha’s Helm Master EX System

    Wireless Controller Enhances Yamaha’s Helm Master EX System Captains can move about the deck while maintaining control of the Helm Master EX joystick, autopilot, and Man Overboard systems. Courtesy Yamaha Outboards Yamaha’s optional new wireless controller expands the versatility of the enhanced Yamaha Helm Master EX Full Maneuverability system. By integrating a first-of-a-kind wireless controller…

  • How to Maintain Your Boat’s Hydraulic Steering

    How to Maintain Your Boat’s Hydraulic Steering SeaStar hydraulic steering systems are superbly reliable. Regular inspections and maintenance help keep them that way. Courtesy Dometic Hydraulic steering systems are so super reliable that boaters may forget about them. But if you were to lose steering, you’d be put in a dangerous—perhaps life-threatening—situation. For this reason,…

  • Adventures in Boating

    Adventures in Boating Boating always has the potential to turn into an adventure. Tim Bower When I told the gang at the Lake View Inn we were working on Boating’s annual adventure issue, it was Wally who asked from behind the bar, “How exactly do you define adventure?” I have the Google in my pocket…

  • ABYC Outstanding Technician Awards Nominations Now Open

    ABYC Outstanding Technician Awards Nominations Now Open The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) is accepting nominations for its 2026 Outstanding Technician Awards, part of International Marine Service Technician Week, April 20–24. Courtesy ABYC The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) is accepting nominations for its 2026 Outstanding Technician Awards, part of International Marine Service…

  • MasterCraft WWA Rider Experience 2026 Dates Announced

    MasterCraft WWA Rider Experience 2026 Dates Announced The dates and locations of the 2026 MasterCraft/World Wake Association Rider Experience have been announced. Courtesy MasterCraft MasterCraft, in partnership with the World Wake Association (WWA), has officially announced the dates, locations, and event details for the five-stop 2026 MasterCraft WWA Rider Experience. Reestablished as a premier grassroots…

  • Porter Family Matriarch, Kristine (Striker) Porter, Dies at 95

    Porter Family Matriarch, Kristine (Striker) Porter, Dies at 95 Kristine “Kris” Porter, was matriarch of the Porter Family, owners of Formula Boats. Her touch was quietly apparent in many aspects of dealer meetings and company events over the years. Courtesy Formula Boats Editor’s Note: The following text is from an email to me from Formula Boats. –Kevin…

  • How to Select the Best Boat Hook

    How to Select the Best Boat Hook A boat hook makes reaching for lines easier and safer. Randy Vance A good boat hook is one of the handiest tools any boat owner can have on board. Reach for your boat hook to fend off a dock or another boat to pull your boat towards a…

  • Three Tips to Maximize Binnacle Shift-and Throttle Safety

    Three Tips to Maximize Binnacle Shift-and Throttle Safety Skippers must exercise vigilance in managing the binnacle control box for safety. Courtesy Yamaha Outboards You might have seen the viral video in which a Florida fishing-charter captain loses his temper and lashes out at a family who paid to go fishing with him. What triggered the…

  • How to Install a Jack Plate

    How to Install a Jack Plate Jack plates for outboard motors improve performance and enable shallow-water operation. Jim Hatch Jack plates that adjust on the fly offer a unique set of benefits on a variety of outboard-powered boat types, from bass and bay boats to performance craft. Installed between the transom and the outboard motor,…

  • Boat Buyers Must See These Boats at MIBS 2026

    Boat Buyers Must See These Boats at MIBS 2026 A variety of amazing boats are on display in Miami. Courtesy Miami International Boat Show The 2026 Miami International Boat Show has launched! To help you navigate this important show, we’ve compiled a list of boats that you should see. Each represents the state of the…

  • Boston Whaler Unveils Next-Generation 330 Outrage and 290 Outrage at Miami International Boat Show

    Boston Whaler Unveils Next-Generation 330 Outrage and 290 Outrage at Miami International Boat Show The new Boston Whaler 290 Outrage and 330 Outrage feature stepped hulls, the first Boston Whaler models to sport that hull form. Courtesy Boston Whaler (composite by Kevin Falvey) Editor’s Note: The Outrage is a venerable series of center console boats…

  • 2025 Boat of the Year: Yamaha CrossWave

    2025 Boat of the Year: Yamaha CrossWave In 2025, Yamaha created a brand-new category with the CrossWave as the sole entry. Courtesy Yamaha Watercraft Group Boating’s Boat of the Year is the Yamaha CrossWave.  When deciding which boat to award the honor of Boat of the Year, we consider the boat’s construction, its design, propulsion…

  • Hawks Cay Resort in Duck Key, Florida, Reopens

    Hawks Cay Resort in Duck Key, Florida, Reopens The new Hawks Cay Marina is now open after a major renovation. Courtesy Saltwater Experience Hawks Cay Resort, a popular boating and fishing destination in the Florida Keys, recently reopened its marina after undertaking a major renovation. Located on Duck Key in the Middle Keys, Hawks Cay…

  • Seven Must-See Engines at the 2026 Miami International Boat Show

    Seven Must-See Engines at the 2026 Miami International Boat Show The Miami International Boat Show provides an incredible opportunity to do a little one-stop shopping and check out all the available marine power, whether you’re looking for a new boat or to repower, everything you need to see—from gas to diesel to electric—will be on…

  • Tools to Keep Birds Off of Your Boat

    Tools to Keep Birds Off of Your Boat Repelling birds from your boat will help keep it clean. Courtesy West Marine Birds using your boat as a perch and relieving themselves on deck is a problem that’s been around since the dawn of boating. Whether you keep your boat on a mooring ball, tie it…

  • On Board With: Rudy Socha

    On Board With: Rudy Socha Rudy Socha’s nonprofit is aimed at cleaning up the tidal marshes. Courtesy Wounded Nature-Working Veterans Rudy Socha had recently moved to South Carolina when he noticed nonprofit groups doing the hard work of removing trash from beaches where tourists visited. But he also noticed that there was a lot of…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Monterey Elite 25 OB

    Boat Test: 2026 Monterey Elite 25 OB The Elite 25 OB delivers serious performance with single-outboard power options up to 350 hp. Courtesy Monterey Boats Visit Monterey Build Your Monterey Find a Monterey Dealer Overview Monterey stepped out of its comfort zone when it introduced the Elite series a year ago beginning with the Elite…

  • Apply Now: Get Free Life Jackets to Loan to Your Boating Community

    Apply Now: Get Free Life Jackets to Loan to Your Boating Community A typical lifejacket loaner stand as provided by the Sea Tow Foundation. Courtesy Sea Tow Foundation Editor’s Note: My experience with the Sea Tow Foundation’s Lifejacket Loaner Program is a positive one. In the town where I own a home, our local bait…

  • Sandridge, Tinker to Be Honored by WSIA

    Sandridge, Tinker to Be Honored by WSIA WSIA Leadership Awards honor leaders who embody passion, integrity, and long-term commitment to the industry. Courtesy WSIA Editor’s Note: Glenn Sandridge recently retired as the long-time head of the group overseeing Boating, Wakeboarding and a portfolio of other marine media brands. Learn about the honor, he and boat…

  • Must-See Marine Electronics at the Miami International Boat Show

    Must-See Marine Electronics at the Miami International Boat Show Amazing electronics will be on display in Miami. Courtesy Miami International Boat Show Marine electronics serve as the brains of today’s boats. From chart plotters and radars to sonar and night-vision cameras, you’ll find all of this and more at this year’s Miami International Boat Show…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Revel RS25L

    Boat Test: 2026 Revel RS25L Visit Revel Boats Build Your Revel Pontoon Overview The Revel RS25L shatters expectations of what a pontoon can be. It’s a high-performance watercraft that accelerates like a Ferrari, turns like a Porsche, and delivers the smooth ride of a luxury SUV. The Revel RS25L combines the spacious comfort of a…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Pursuit S 388 Sport

    Boat Test: 2026 Pursuit S 388 Sport The S 388 Sport offers a responsive, comfortable ride in a variety of conditions. Courtesy Pursuit Boats Visit Pursuit Build Your Pursuit Find a Pursuit Dealer Overview Pursuit’s new S 388 represents the evolution of the Sport series center-console, supplanting the S 378 model and offering more storage…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Starcraft SX 25 Q DC

    Boat Test: 2026 Starcraft SX 25 Q DC Visit Starcraft Build Your Starcraft Find a Starcraft Dealer The SX 25 Q DC offers rock-solid feel and handling. Bill Doster Overview Pardon the hazy 1980s television nostalgia but I think it was The A-Team’s Colonel “Hannibal” Smith who used to say through cigar-clenched teeth that he…

  • How to Replace SeaDek

    How to Replace SeaDek The hardest part of installing new SeaDek is removing old SeaDek. Jim Hatch When SeaDek began offering custom-cut EVA closed-cell foam padding in 2004, I added a pair of long, narrow deck pads on either side of the center console and a third deck pad at the helm of my trusty…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Grady-White Express 340

    Boat Test: 2026 Grady-White Express 340 Visit Grady-White Build Your Grady-White Find a Grady-White Dealer The Express 340 tracks as if on rails, and it delivers a soft ride in head seas. Courtesy Grady-White Boats Overview The Express 330 spent more than two decades as Grady-White’s most popular model, so when the company announced a…

  • Hyperlite Stratos Complete Board and Foil Said to Be Largest Available

    Hyperlite Stratos Complete Board and Foil Said to Be Largest Available Our team is seeking to test the new Hyperlite Stratos soon. Courtesy Hyperlite This new board and e-foil, the Hyperlite Stratos, is being sold as a complete package for $9,999. It looks to be a great set-up for beginners, and the maker says it…

  • Choosing the Right Engine Cut-Off System

    Choosing the Right Engine Cut-Off System With no engine cut-off, the boat may circle and strike a captain who has fallen overboard. Generated With Adobe Firefly Every day it seems there’s a new report or social-media post about a runaway boat. Usually, the captain has fallen overboard and, often, the boat goes into the so-called…

  • Best Knives for Boaters

    Best Knives for Boaters A good knife is an important piece of gear for boaters and anglers. Courtesy True Knives Everybody needs a good knife, but one man’s garbage is another man’s gold. So I collected an eclectic variety of knives, carried them, cut with them, boned up on their materials, and tested each component…

  • Maintenance and Storage Advice for LiFePO4 Systems

    Maintenance and Storage Advice for LiFePO4 Systems Boats like this Boston Whaler can be ordered with a generator to run appliances, but many boaters are opting for smoke-free battery systems to fill that role. Courtesy Boston Whaler Advancing battery technology brings conveniences such as air conditioning and gyrostabilization to ever-smaller boats—even those without generators. “Our…

  • Eight Great Pontoon Boats

    Eight Great Pontoon Boats Pontoon boats are everywhere these days, and for good reason. They’re spacious and comfortable, providing tons of stability on the water thanks to their wide-body design and buoyant aluminum tubes. So, what’s holding you back from looking at one? Maybe you’re an angler who just wants to wet a line, or…

  • 2026 Revel RS25L

    2026 Revel RS25L Visit Revel Boats Build Your Revel Pontoon The Revel RS25L shatters expectations of what a pontoon can be. It’s a high-performance watercraft that accelerates like a Ferrari, turns like a Porsche, and delivers the smooth ride of a luxury SUV. At the heart of this vessel lies an innovative tri-toon design with…

  • The Fun of Late-Season Boating

    The Fun of Late-Season Boating Boating after Labor Day sustains us through the winter. Tim Bower It was the perfect day for a boat ride. Brilliant sun, about 75 degrees, modest winds. That it happened to be October 18 was an added blessing. I’m an avid fan of late-season boating, and here in the North…

  • NAVAN Unveils the All-New T30 at boot Düsseldorf

    NAVAN Unveils the All-New T30 at boot Düsseldorf The T30’s innovative T-Step Hull, developed at the Brunswick Boat Group Technology Center, and Mercury outboard power deliver exceptional performance and handling, delivering a smooth, dry and efficient ride. Courtesy NAVAN Editor’s Note: We were on hand at boot Düsseldorf  for the unveiling of this new NAVAN model.…

  • When Is It Time to Buy a New Boat?

    When Is It Time to Buy a New Boat? Boat shows are a great place to see and climb aboard new models when considering an upgrade. Courtesy Grady-White You love your boat, and it has served you well. Yet, as we experience life changes, our perceptions can also change. Sometimes this means that your erstwhile…

  • MasterCraft Launches All-New X22 Model

    MasterCraft Launches All-New X22 Model MasterCraft’s new 2026 X22 underway and looking fine. Courtesy MasterCraft Editor’s Note: We will have a complete test and video walkthrough of the X22 coming very soon. Look for it.  MasterCraft Boat Company, a subsidiary of MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc and the best-selling towboat brand, today introduced the all-new X22, a…

  • Advancements in Self-Driving Boats

    Advancements in Self-Driving Boats Self-driving boats may assist with docking and short-distance maneuvers. Courtesy Simrad Autonomously piloted boats might sound weird to inveterate boaters who value the sense of independence and control that skippering brings. But key players in the marine industry, believing that self-driving boats will spur participation and sales, have enthusiastically pursued this…

  • What to Look for in a Water-Purification System

    What to Look for in a Water-Purification System The hand-carry single-membrane three-stage reverse-osmosis water-purification system from Deckhand Supply retails for $1,861.64. Courtesy Deckhand Supply Using a water-purification system to wash and rinse your boat once it’s back at the dock or on a trailer can save you time and help keep finishes spot-free and gleaming.…

  • Sterndrive vs. Outboard

    Sterndrive vs. Outboard Boatbuilders tend to often offer their most popular models in both outboard and sterndrive designs. Courtesy Monterey Boats In recent years, outboard-powered runabouts have surged in popularity as engine manufacturers continue pushing horsepower boundaries up to an impressive 600 hp. This evolution has created a compelling choice between outboard and sterndrive configurations,…

  • Fliteboard RACE Brings High Performance to Foiling

    Fliteboard RACE Brings High Performance to Foiling The Fliteboard RACE features a long, narrow shape; a precision-tuned integrated kicker so riders can push harder into turns; optimized mast placement; and more. Courtesy Fliteboard This new Flite RACE is being billed as “the world’s fastest Fliteboard.” Designed and built in partnership with Mercury Racing, it is said…

  • New Tech-Laden Sea Ray Drops At CES: The SLX 360 OB Debuts

    New Tech-Laden Sea Ray Drops At CES: The SLX 360 OB Debuts The Sea Ray SLX 360 OB made its debut at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show, Las Vegas, Nevada, January 6, 2026. Courtesy Sea Ray Sea Ray, a Brunswick Corporation brand and iconic leader in luxury marine craftsmanship, today unveiled the all-new SLX 360…

  • The Importance of Engine-Room Inspections

    The Importance of Engine-Room Inspections Whether buying a boat or taking stock of your current boat, an engine-room inspection is required. Kevin Falvey I have been conducting such inspections since my boatyard days (checking out trade-ins, especially) 25 years ago and have continued to do so testing boats for Boating. However, I was prompted to…

  • Tiara 39 LS: A Versatile Powerhouse in the Luxury Sport Line

    Tiara 39 LS: A Versatile Powerhouse in the Luxury Sport Line Tiara Yachts continues to push the boundaries of midsize luxury sport yachts with the introduction of the 39 LS, a 39-foot vessel designed to deliver high performance, versatility, and comfort in a thoughtfully engineered package. Unveiled at the 2025 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show,…

  • Brunswick Corporation Unveils Its Largest-Ever Showcase of Marine Technology and AI-Driven Boating Experiences at CES 2026

    Brunswick Corporation Unveils Its Largest-Ever Showcase of Marine Technology and AI-Driven Boating Experiences at CES 2026 The Brunswick display at CES is itself a technological showcase, providing for immersive experience for a variety of recreational marine products. Courtesy Brunswick Corp. Brunswick Corporation , the world’s largest marine technology company, returns to the Consumer Electronics Show…

  • Boat of the Year Category Winners 2025

    Boat of the Year Category Winners 2025 This year’s category winners stand out for their innovation, performance and amenities. Courtesy Manufacturers Boating’s Boat of the Year (BOTY) ranks as the most prestigious honor a recreational boatbuilder can be awarded. BOTY is announced annually during an event at February’s Miami International Boat Show, and in our…

  • 2026 Centurion Ri245

    2026 Centurion Ri245 The Ri245 creates serious on-water adventures. Tom King Visit Centurion Build Your Centurion Find a Centurion Dealer Centurion’s Ri245 remains a top-seller, combining outstanding performance with Centurion’s hallmark aesthetics, innovative technology, and user-friendly systems that can be fine-tuned to suit riders of all levels. Accommodating 16 people and boasting an impressive 5,650…

  • 2026 Montara EVO 25

    2026 Montara EVO 25 Visit Montara Find a Montara Dealer The EVO 25 handles with a light, nimble feel. Bill Doster Montara calls its EVO 25 the next “evolution” of the unique pontoon-wakeboat hybrid. The boatbuilder lists Boating’s 2023 Boat of the Year among its accolades. Like the original, the EVO features pontoon-style amenities topside…

  • 2026 Tigé Z3

    2026 Tigé Z3 Visit Tigé Build Your Tigé Find a Tigé Dealer Tigé’s 2026 Z3 is roomier, with more storage and many new or refined features than its predecessor. For this all-new Z3, Tigé incorporated  a broad  bow that provides more space and storage. Gunwales are higher, making the cockpit seating deeper and more comfortable, …

  • 2026 MasterCraft X24

    2026 MasterCraft X24 Visit MasterCraft Build Your MasterCraft Find a MasterCraft Dealer Step aboard the MasterCraft X24 and you’re struck by the bold, balanced aesthetic—aggressive without being overdone, merging modernity with MasterCraft’s classic  sheerline. The interior continues this high-end look with sculpted lines that flow seamlessly, accented by unique stitching patterns that display craftsmanship. In…

  • 2026 Centurion Nv243

    2026 Centurion Nv243 The Nv243 matches distinctive styling with a smooth ride. Tom King Visit Centurion Build Your Centurion Find a Centurion Dealer Centurion’s Nv243 expands its Nv line with this larger model, offering a fresh aesthetic at a more accessible price. It targets prudent buyers and current Centurion owners looking for a bigger boat.…

  • Three Tools for Drying Your Boat

    Three Tools for Drying Your Boat The right tools will help keep your boat dry. Courtesy West Marine The problem with boats is that, to enjoy them, you have to get them wet. Drying off the inside of your boat after using it or washing it is a big thing in terms of extending its…

  • On Board With: Paul Barth

    On Board With: Paul Barth Barth has been flying professionally for over 40 years, logging over 17,000 hours of flight time and participating in thousands of boat photo shoots. Garrett Cortese If you’ve enjoyed the stunning aerial photography seen on most of our covers for the last 30 years, odds are that Paul Barth flew…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Zodiac Medline 9

    Boat Test: 2026 Zodiac Medline 9 The Medline doesn’t give up ride quality for speed and acceleration. Courtesy Zodiac-Nautic Americas Visit Zodiac Build Your Zodiac Find a Zodiac Dealer Overview Warn your crew before dropping the throttle. Zodiac’s Medline 9 is a Porsche Panamera for the water. This 29-footer absolutely rips from a dead idle…

  • Vanemar’s New Security System is a Snap to Install

    Vanemar’s New Security System is a Snap to Install Vanemar’s security and monitoring system is easy to set up. Courtesy Vanemar BUY NOW Vanemar has a new system for remote vessel monitoring and in our test we found it to be the easiest to set up and use of several in this report. The process…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Tiara 39 LS

    Boat Test: 2026 Tiara 39 LS The 39 LS can knife through choppy water and push through heavy seas with nary a shutter or rattle. Courtesy Tiara Yachts Visit Tiara Yachts Find a Tiara Yachts Dealer Overview I had an idea of what the new Tiara Yachts 39 LS would be like even before I…

  • Sea Tow Services International, Inc. Honors 2025 Franchise Network Leaders

    Sea Tow Services International, Inc. Honors 2025 Franchise Network Leaders (Left to Right) Sea Tow CEO Joseph Frohnhoefer; Shipmate Award Winners: Captain Patrick Lamb, Captain John Ward, Captain Ramsey Chaso, Sea Tow President Kristen Frohnhoefer. Courtesy Sea Tow Sea Tow Services International, Inc. presented awards to Sea Tow franchise owners and their team members for…

  • Experience the Hurricane SunDeck 3200

    Experience the Hurricane SunDeck 3200 Join Kevin Falvey, editor of Boating Magazine, and Wally Ross, Senior Director of Product Management & Marketing at Godfrey Marine, as they walk you through the standout features of the Hurricane SunDeck 3200—one of the most talked-about boats at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Designed for maximum versatility, the…

  • Yachting Editor Patrick Sciacca Discovers the Sound of Luxury at KICKER Marine! 

    Yachting Editor Patrick Sciacca Discovers the Sound of Luxury at KICKER Marine!  A visit to KICKER’s headquarters including an interview with founder Steve Irby revealed the secret behind KICKER’s new M-Series and Sound of Luxury! KICKER’s newest offerings represent the latest in marine audio technology. NextMarine The Sound of Luxury Rugged testing, advanced materials and decades…

  • Boat Test: 2026 Yamaha CrossWave

    Boat Test: 2026 Yamaha CrossWave The CrossWave provides a stable platform whether riding or fishing. Courtesy Yamaha Watercraft Group Visit Yamaha Build Your Yamaha Find a Yamaha Dealer Overview If Yamaha’s new CrossWave WaveRunner wore clothes, it would sport an AFTCO fishing shirt over Gill boardshorts and Grundéns flip-flops. The CrossWave challenges the very notion…

  • Keeping Watch: How Siren 3 is Changing the Game for Boat Owners

    Keeping Watch: How Siren 3 is Changing the Game for Boat Owners Immense value at a small price. The Siren 3 monitor, tracks, controls, and maintains your vessel with real-time alerts. Courtesy Siren Marine There’s nothing quite like that sinking feeling when you show up at the marina ready for a day on the water…

  • We Test: Ombraz Sunglasses

    We Test: Ombraz Sunglasses Without arms, the Ombraz sunglasses are hard to break and always fit snugly. Garrett Cortese I know what you’re thinking, because when I first saw a pair of Ombraz sunglasses I thought the exact same thing. How in the world are these going to be comfortable, or even functional?! Well, if…

  • Revel RS25L

    Revel RS25L Boating Magazine’s Randy Vance gets aboard the Revel RS25L, which he says is way more than a regular pontoon boat. He compares the acceleration to a Ferrari, the maneuverability to a Porsche and the comfort to your favorite living room chair. Join Randy as he takes you through the many high points of…

  • How to Launch a Boat Brand

    How to Launch a Boat Brand What started as a sketch on a napkin has become a full-scale passion project; engineered, crafted, and brought to life by a team driven to elevate every moment on the water. From building a single prototype for a boat show to producing multiple boats for a rapidly growing customer…

  • First-Ever Forward Drive in a Dedicated Wakeboat

    First-Ever Forward Drive in a Dedicated Wakeboat In an exciting move that marks a potential milestone for the towed water sports industry, Supra Boats, the renowned premium towboat brand under Skiers Choice, Inc is announcing the groundbreaking collaboration with Volvo Penta, global leader in marine propulsion technology. This partnership introduces an innovative concept that brings…

  • The Evolution of Outboard Engines

    The Evolution of Outboard Engines The first outboard was actually electric (left). The 12-cylinder block for Mercury’s 600-hp Verado shows how far outboard technology has come. World History Archive/Alamy stock photo Once upon a time, a 200 hp outboard was huge. Today, there are boats with a half-dozen 600 hp V-12s strapped onto the transom.…

  • Marina Profile: Oceans Edge Key West Resort and Marina

    Marina Profile: Oceans Edge Key West Resort and Marina As Editor-in-Chief of Boating, I travel the world to run boats and test marine engines and products. As such, I have visited more marinas than anyone could easily count. Most are pretty good, but some stand above the rest for a variety of reasons. One of…

  • Next-Generation Eco-Friendly Marine Fuel Sources

    Next-Generation Eco-Friendly Marine Fuel Sources The benefits of alternative fuels are less pollution, fewer greenhouse-gas emissions, and cleaner seas and skies. karandaev/adobe.stock I will never forget the first time I encountered a boat running on biodiesel. As we walked down a marina crowded with sport-fishers, engines warming up in preparation for a day of fishing…

  • Skier’s Choice Co-Founder Rick Tinker to Retire

    Skier’s Choice Co-Founder Rick Tinker to Retire Rick Tinker will retire from Skier’s Choice, builder of Moomba and Supra Boats, in Spring 2026 after nearly 30 years of industry leadership. Courtesy Skier’s Choice MARYVILLE, TENNESSEE – Skier’s Choice, manufacturer of award-winning Supra and Moomba boats, announced today that Co-Founder and Executive Vice President Rick Tinker…

  • Dynamic Trim Systems Comparison

    Dynamic Trim Systems Comparison Dynamic trim systems help dampen the forces of the wind and sea. Tom King Trim tabs were once just a device fixed in place to lengthen a boat’s running surface and provide lift to its transom for a quicker, more level hole shot. When Bennett first introduced adjustable hydraulic tabs (installed…

  • Gill OS2 Offshore Jacket and Bibs for Women

    Gill OS2 Offshore Jacket and Bibs for Women The OS2 jacket features Gill’s innovative XPLORE® waterproof and breathable fabric technology. Courtesy Gill BUY NOW The new Gill OS2 Offshore Jacket and Bibs is the latest evolution from Gill’s popular, rugged OS2 style that has been in the range for 25 years and seen numerous updates…

  • Tigé Boats Offers Three Times the Fun

    Tigé Boats Offers Three Times the Fun Every Tigé delivers unmatched performance, bold style, and the ultimate surf experience. Courtesy Tigé Innovation isn’t just what we do — it’s who we are. From revolutionary hull designs to first-of-their-kind features, Tigé leads the way in luxury surf boats because we never stop pushing limits. Built by…

  • Explore Farther. Fish Smarter. Stay Connected.

    Explore Farther. Fish Smarter. Stay Connected. Ryan Izquierdo spent four days pushing the limits of the Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra across Pensacola’s diverse waters—from quiet inshore flats and bridge pilings to 30 miles offshore in the Gulf. Over 300 miles later, his team had battled everything from calm backwater drifts to open-ocean swells while fishing…

  • The Perils of an Unnamed Boat

    The Perils of an Unnamed Boat Unnamed boats are flirting with potential calamity cast upon them by Neptune. Tim Bower For more than three years I’ve been tempting fate on the water. It’s not that I’m making bad choices. I’m wearing my life jacket. I’m a sober captain. I leave a float plan. But I’m…

  • FLIR Ocean Scout Pro

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