The Riviera 50 Sports Motor Yacht shares the same hull with the manufacturer’s 505 SUV. The 50 Sports Motor Yacht adds a flying bridge and expands the boat’s utility at a relatively low upcharge. The flying bridge is enclosed on three sides and the aft area can be filled with isinglass for three-season cruising. More...
Chaparral’s 247 SSX 24’6” (7.46 m) bowrider has a stated 13-person passenger capacity or 1,765 lbs. (802 kg) — whichever is reached first. The 247 SSX Black Edition package has the hullsides, bottom, windshield frame and tower all finished in black, plus...
In the Galeon 400 Fly’s engine room, we were impressed by the presence of components normally found on larger yachts — most of which should be on every boat in class, but often aren’t. For example, the two rudder posts were fitted with vertical aluminum stops on each side to protect the props in case of steering failure. More...
SeaNet offers fractional ownership of yachts ranging from 32’ to 131’ (9.75 m to 40 m). The company manages and maintains the vessel and offers concierge-level service for no more than four owners per yacht. Dividing by four can make dreams come true. More...
A local tech installs a Talos lightning detector on one of the club's
Regal 33 SAVs.
Last week there were several lightning strikes on boats in Florida. Global warming seems to be ginning up the celestial juice and the Sovereign Boat Club is equipping all of its boats with this important safety device. Cost: $139. More...
When it comes to choosing a utility dingy or yacht tender, the very first criteria is safety. After that, make sure the vessel selected ticks off all of the requirements you need. More...
Emirates Team New Zealand (ETNZ) has been conducting sea trials of its new hydrogen-powered foiling boat, Chase Zero. Barry Thompson, the editor of Pacific Powerboat magazine, one of BoatTEST’s content partners, was the first journalist to take a ride on the boat. More...
Last year’s winning boat received a check for $3,238,155 for catching a 85.5 lb. (38.86 kg) White Marlin.
Last year the Ocean City, MD, White Marlin Open had 444 boats entered and paid out $9.2 million in prize money — $3,238,155 went to the winner. This year tournament organizers say the pot will exceed $10 million total. Dates: August 8-12, 2022. Registration fee: $1,500. More...
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