Jeanne Craig
The Company We Keep
Soundings recently conducted a survey of subscribers to learn how they use their boats and what type of stories they’d like to see in the future.
Southport debuts new version of the 33 FE
The Southport 33 FE center console is a hybrid design engineered for fishing trips and family time
The Maine Theme
It’s prime boating season in Maine, and this issue is designed in part to celebrate all things Downeast.
Boating Lessons
A Soundings reader shares his story about who introduced him to boating.
A New Chapter for Defender
The U.S. marine equipment supplier teams up with a Canadian powersports e-commerce company for its next stage of expansion.
Formula Remakes the Center Console
The Midwest builder announced two new models to debut in the fall of 2022.
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.
A Father’s Greatest Gift
Recently, I asked readers of Soundings to share their memories of a person who introduced them to boating.
A Flare for the Sea
These production builders from North Carolina take design cues from the custom boats that rumble along the coast of the Outer Banks.
Talkin’ Boats with Michael Peters
One of the most renowned yacht designers in the world shares his perspective on boat design past, present and future.
High Season
Spring begins with a fleet of exciting new boats to look for in your homeport soon.
Talkin’ Boats with Steve White of Brooklin Boat Yard
The president of the iconic Maine yard shares stories about some of his favorite custom projects, and offers a glimpse at some of the boats that will launch in the near future.
Do Good, Feel Good
Many of us hop on our boats for a good time. But occasionally you meet people who use their boats to have fun and do good. Paul Robertson, shown above at left, is one.
Good News
In 2020, it’s been challenging to check the news feed each morning without bracing for a littlediscomfort, but today I didn’t wince as much. There were some encouraging reports.
A Home by the Sea
A Connecticut couple contributes to the design of the first Ocean Series 63 by Hunt Yachts and creates a cruiser on which they are completely at ease.
First Responders
As I write this, Hurricane Sally lurches ashore. Her winds are battering Alabama and Florida as the center moves over the Panhandle, putting places like Pensacola, Florida, largely underwater.
TESTING THE HUNT 63
A post-quarantine sea trial of the new Ocean Series 63 by Hunt Yachts is proof that one of the best ways to create something beautiful is by embracing collaboration.
Hero Story
I recently learned about the dramatic rescue of a man who had suffered a heart attack in the cabin of his Sea Ray.
Pursuit S 378 Sport
Engineers at Pursuit know a few things about boats designed for many purposes. This builder was one of the first to put cruising features on its center console models when demand for the combo really started to pick up steam a decade ago.
Scout 305 LXF
Center Console boats have come a long way from their lean and mean roots, and we’re learning that anglers are grateful for the change.
Fancy Fish
Center console boats have come a long way from their lean and mean roots, and anglers are grateful.
Formula 380 SSC
One part dayboat, one part cabin cruiser, the new Super Sport Crossover is a luxury hybrid with hot performance.