Reinvented 37
One of Back Cove’s most popular models will be relaunched with some cool new features.
Spirit & Saltwater
A new custom build allows disabled boaters to experience the natural beauty of the Chesapeake Bay, and moments for body and soul to heal.
Easy Does It
New assisted-docking technology can help you approach and leave any slip like a professional.
A Boatbuilding Boom
Yards in Maine are busy, with many locations at or beyond capacity, but quality remains paramount.
Florida Man Washes Ashore in Homemade “Hydro Pod”
After attempting to “run” across the ocean from Florida to New York, Reza Baluchi is forced to call off his mission—for the third time.
Checking Out the Bottom
The historic whaler Charles W. Morgan will spend a month on the dry for routine maintenance, giving visitors a chance to see the whole vessel
Learn How to Anchor AND Celebrate Christmas in July
Anchoring properly requires knowledge. You can find expert knowledge on our website, and in July, you can also get Boater’s University classes at a huge discount
A Walrus Climbs into Boats While Cruising Europe
A very social Arctic walrus has been touring Western Europe, but in seeking a place to rest he’s destroyed a few boats
Bruce Kirby, Legendary Designer of the Laser, Passes at 92
A journalist, three-time Olympian and designer of many successful boats, Kirby’s life revolved around sailing.
Elusive Glass Octopus Footage Captured by Robot Camera
The rarely seen, graceful creature bared all recently, including its innards.
The Boat-Charging Station of the Future
New technology on California’s Lake Tahoe could be a game changer for those who want to cruise seriously in electric boats.
Need a Tow? The Line Begins Here
An unprecedented crush of boaters is bombarding on-water assistance services with calls for help.
Dog Days of Summer
From the sound of slapping sails to the fun of standup paddleboarding, pups can learn to love all kinds of things about boating.
Catboats Racing
A fleet of catboats from the Quincy Yacht Club in Massachusetts beats to windward in this big, bold, 23x40 oil painting by Richard Loud.
Obsessed With Antique Outboards
The Antique Outboard Motor Club draws together a tribe of enthusiasts driven to collect and restore vintage outboards.
Coastal Craft 41’ T
This aluminum-hulled speed demon descended from the workboats of British Columbia.
Lindell 38
A Pacific northwest boatbuilder creates a tough, fast, outboard-powered model with the range to get to the fishing or cruising grounds
Valhalla Boatworks V-46
This powerful center console is engineered for fastidious owners and tournament fishermen
When lt Blows
To be a better mariner, it helps to know how wind is generated. Here’s a primer, plus tips on how to forecast wind conditions.
Look Out for Number One
For safety’s sake, it’s critical to keep a lookout and stay keenly aware of the situation around your boat.
Call of Duty
Any boater worth his salt should know how to make a distress call and what to do when he hears one
Prepping for Launch
Onne van der Wal tackles the last few tasks before dunking Snow Goose.
Onne’s New Goose: Launch Day!
After six months of winter and spring labor, Onne and Tenley van der Wal launch their 1986 Grand Banks 32, Snow Goose
Props, Hatches and Monitors
Onne van der Wal continues to upgrade his 1986 Grand Banks.
Time to Get Serious About Wireless Engine Cut-Off Switches
This season, it’s critical for all boat owners to use and update these systems.
Joystick Docking for a Single Outboard
Yamaha’s Helm Master EX brings joystick control to a new group of boat owners.
Garmin's New High-Tech Handheld
Garmin’s GPSMap 86 series offers more tools than the average handheld unit.
NorthCoast Boats
NorthCoast boats are all about classic design, with great lines and layouts that are designed to be functional when cruising along the coast or heading offshore.
How-to Videos on Servicing Walker AIRSEP® Air Filters
Walker AIRSEP Air Filters are designed to keep down noxious gas and oil mist on turbocharged diesel engines. Check out these videos to replace, clean, identify, or get familiar with your AIRSEP system.
Pinnacle of Luxury Yachting
MJM Yachts has introduced the 53Z, an outboard power, two stateroom, two head, liveaboard cruising yacht with two very special characteristics; easy and fun operation.