Mark Richards on Sail Versus Power
The CEO of Grand Banks Yachts is truly bipartisan in his approach to boats and boating.
Lyman-Morse Building 57-foot Hood Yacht with New Methods
In an effort to improve employee ergonomics, the Maine Boat builder is building the 57-foot hull of a custom motor yacht in four sections.
Spring Revival
No matter where you live on the East Coast, springtime offers endless opportunities for great fishing. Lenny Rudow lists his favorite spring fisheries.
Are Hot New Marine Electronics So Commonplace They’re Going Ignored?
Ben Stein noticed some of the most innovative integrated marine electronics he’s ever seen at the Miami International Boat Show this year. But few people even noticed.
Rapid Evolution
Mike Arieta steps up to the helm at Hinckley as the builder takes technology and Maine craftsmanship into the future.
Second Chance
A creative restoration brings a 1970 Bertram 38 back to life and gets a guy who loves boating on the water again.
Marquis Yachts to Launch 42-foot Day Boat
Marquis Yachts, long known for its premium coupe, sedan and flybridge yachts, is relaunching its brand with a sleek and sexy 42-foot day/sport boat.
Sailing Through the Afterlife
Parts of a model boat that were taken from King Tut’s tomb and considered lost to time were found in a box by a museum conservator.
Maryland Senate Passes Styrofoam Ban
With one more vote, Maryland could become the first state to ban expanded polystyrene to help protect the Chesapeake Bay.
Born for fun
Southport's 33 DC is for boaters who value family fun, fishing and entertaining, as we discover on a sea trial in Tampa Bay.
Vendetta Goes Hollywood
A modern commuter yacht that was built in the Northeast gets an elegant refit for its new home on the West Coast.
Sweet Simplicity
Take a journey with four couples who simplified their cruising lifestyle by downsizing from larger boats to smaller cruisers just right for their needs.
Perfect Combination
A cruise on the Chesapeake, and the search for tasty crabs, aboard Jeanneau’s new NC 1095 is the recipe for a fun adventure.
Remaking Vela
How one boat owner discovered the modern materials and techniques it takes to bring a Graves Constellation sailboat into the 21st century.
WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH
There are two types of boaters: Those who’ve been caught in rough weather, and those who will. Three professional captains share boathandling tips.
Trophy Fish
The redesigned Regulator 41 sports upgrades that make it a piscatorial player in the Gulf Stream and offshore canyons, but it’s family-friendly, too.
Arctic Blast
Pim Van Hemmen takes an icy ride with the Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue in cold and sometimes dangerous waters north of the Arctic Circle.
Common Sense Docking
There’s nothing like hearing, “Nice job, skipper,” after skillfully docking your boat. Pat Mundus has some tips to make your next docking maneuver a success.
The Company You Keep
Mario Vittone says boating with certain people can be a recipe for disaster, so choose your crew carefully.
Matters of Weight
Knowing the individual components of your ground tackle system and how they each work is an essential first step in a peaceful night’s rest while at anchor.
Quicksilver Engines - The Best Time to Repower Classic Boats is Right Now
Boat shows are in full swing across the country. New and exciting boat models are all the rage. Realistically, not everyone wants a new boat as many boaters are still in love with the looks of the classic boat they already have.
We test Raymarine’s Ray90, a black box VHF radio with wireless handsets and Bluetooth audio
I believe that VHF radios from the big four MFD manufacturers are primarily offered so that boat builders and customers can put a single brand of electronics at the helm.
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.
RMK Merrill-Stevens Unveils “Today’s Modernized Shipyard” at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
RMK MS is the world’s leading superyacht refit, repair and maintenance facility and the first shipyard in Florida, dating back to the 19 century. FLIBS attendees will have the opportunity to meet the expert and friendly team of professionals, tradesmen and craftsmen at the exhibit booth for a visual tour of the equipment upgrades, enhanced shipyard capabilities and modern features and amenities.