A Love Story
They had only just met when they took a chance and rode out the pandemic together on a boat. Now, 8,000 nautical miles later, they are having the time of their lives.
The Artist’s Eye
Savio Mizzi says if he put as much time into his work as he did fishing, he’d be rich in purse but not spirit.
Boat Crazy
Alison Langley is a nautical photographer, but she’s a bona fide boat fanatic too, with a lot of adventure in her wake.
Superyacht Squeezes Under Bridge with Just Inches to Spare
The 265-foot Galactica had to squeeze through tight canals and under low bridges during its trip from the shipyard to the sea.
GM and Pure Watercraft Launch Electric Pontoon Boat
It took only two months for the new partners to unveil their first product
Huge Sea Dragon Fossil Found in Britain
The extinct 33-foot ichthyosaur would have made a great white shark look like a baby
The Right Connections
Being able to work from anywhere while cruising was a priority for the owners of a Nordhavn 68
Charging Up in America
A quick succession of announcements hints that the U.S. may suddenly be speeding toward an electric boating future
Marlin Spears Boat Crossing Atlantic
The Wrekin Rowers’ boat is damaged when they cross paths with a marlin during the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge.
IN THE WORKS
Today’s refits and restorations are on their way to becoming tomorrow’s on-the-water stunners.
From Passion to Profession
These millennials restored a wooden catboat replica to join Port Townsend’s daysailing charter scene
Crowd Pleaser
Pursuit’s S 358 Sport is packed to the gills with amenities, offering something for everyone in the family
Follow the Sun
A father-and-son boatbuilding team cruise 1,400 miles up the Inside Passage using solar energy to generate power and prove their vessel has legs
Moving Through the Murk & Fog
The latest electronics can make a trip through the soup much more comfortable
Galeon 325 GTO
The first in a new series of outboard-powered boats from Galeon, this day-tripper shows good things do come in smaller packages
Cutwater C-288 Coupe
Northwest meets Southeast in the latest cruiser from this progressive builder
Rosborough Wild Islands 25
A familiar builder re-enters the recreational market with a salty center console
Family First
A young, active couple choose a Shamrock 219 Walkaround as their first family boat
Sail To Power
A Maine couple brings their extensive sailing experience to cruising powerboats on a Stanley 38
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High and Dry
A soft grounding may be embarrassing, but it’s not the end of the world if you respond correctly
Big Apple Boating
Freighters, ferries and tugs, oh my! Recreational boating in a bustling port can be a challenging undertaking, but highly rewarding, too
Creatures of Habit
Winter never fails to arrive in South Florida, along with scores of sailfish and anglers eager for action
Play by the Rules
They are not light reading, but an occasional review of the Rules of the Road will keep you proficient
Onne’s New Goose: Upgrading the Refrigerator System
Onne van der Wal was not happy with the refrigerator system on his 1986 Grand Banks 32, so he replaced it with a Sea Frost model.
Onne’s New Goose: Replacing the Marine Hot Water Heater
When the original boiler on his 1986 Grand Banks 32 gives up the ghost, Onne is in for a nice surprise
The Goose Gets Her Final Touch
Tenley van der Wal takes charge of the interior decorating aboard the 1986 Grand Banks 32 she owns with her nautical photographer husband, Onne van der Wal.
Raymarine Announces YachtSense Ecosystem
The system will be able to integrate systems aboard a networked vessel and allow captains and owners remote connectivity
Easy Does It
New assisted-docking technology can help you approach and leave any slip like a professional.
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.
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.
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.