16’ Shark Attack | New 300-hp Diesel Outboard | New Catalina 315 - 05/29/20
BoatTEST Newsletter May 29, 2020
Weekly Boating News Video Round-up
Elizabeth and Shawn tell us about living aboard on their Nordhavn 43.
The week’s boating news roundup covers a very eventful week where the complexion of boating has changed from one of lockdown to explosive new activity. In Episode #8, find out about new products, buying tips, and take our USCG Captain’s Exam. This fast-paced, short video with Capt. Steve is sure to go viral. More...
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New Editor's Report
Catalina 315:
Good Value and American-Built
The Catalina 315 has the same core attributes as the 445 and 355 only in a smaller, more affordable sailboat. An emphasis is placed on good sailing characteristics with a low-profile cabin design and unobstructed visibility from the helm, even with the dodger because of its isinglass. Belowdecks, she has the warmth and ambience that a teak interior creates. Catalina has always prided itself on providing good value. See how they’ve done. More...
Industry News
Cox Marine’s New 300-hp Diesel Outboard
A Cox outboard being assembled at the company’s headquarters.
Cox Powertrain has started production of its 300-hp diesel outboard, the CXO300. The engine has been in development for 10 years, has been displayed at boat shows, and has undergone hours of testing prior to the start of manufacturing. A 300-hp diesel outboard is a milestone for the marine industry and Cox Powertrain has built a dedicated manufacturing facility at its headquarters in Shoreham, West Sussex in the United Kingdom. More...
How to Reduce the Pain of Depreciation
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Tracker Pro Guide V-16 WT:
Affordable, Versatile Aluminum Boat
The Tracker Pro Guide V-16 WT is built with two pieces of .100 marine-grade 5052 aluminum alloy that are welded on the boat’s centerline. The bottom is reinforced by a longitudinal stringer system that’s welded in place from the bow to the extruded box-beam transom. This system makes the boat both strong and light. We think she is an excellent entry-level boat, or just a low-cost “utility” boat, that can be used for nearly anything on lakes and rivers. More...
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Aquila 44:
Cruising Cat Designed for Charter
The Aquila 44 catamaran was developed from her twin bottoms up to be a cruising cat that can serve charter clients and private owners with equal parts of comfort and utility. Thanks to her 21’6” (6.56 m) beam, she feels like a much larger yacht. She features three separate cabins with en suite heads, a foldaway bar off the galley and an oversized bridgedeck. More...
Industry News
Tough First Quarter Leads
to Evinrude's Departure
BRP CEO José Boisjoli said Evinrude’s outboard lineup has been steadily losing marketshare.
On the heels of the announcement on Wednesday that it would stop producing Evinrude outboard engines, BRP Inc released its 2021 first quarter results yesterday morning. A decline of nearly 26% in revenue and a drop of more than 40% in outboard sales led BRP to discontinue production of Evinrude outboards and pursue a new marine strategy including a supplier agreement with Mercury Marine for BRP’s boat brands. More...
Cuddy Sportboats have traditionally been single-engine runabouts less than 30’ (9.14 m) long with small cabins belowdecks. They’re usually designed on a sportboat bottom so they’re up to the task of towing wake sports or just cruising comfortably on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Their cabins are usually large enough for a couple to overnight, but they’re rarely used for that. VirtualBOATSHOW.com. has more than 20 Cuddy Sportboats on display. To visit the boat show – admittance is free – click here...
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Article
Shark Attacks Man in Kayak
The kayak was scuffed and punctured after the incident.
A kayaker was fishing in Shelter Cove on the California coast when he was reportedly attacked Monday by a great white shark estimated to be between 16’ (4.88 m) and 18’ (5.49 m) long. A spokesperson for the Shelter Cove fire department told lostcoastoutpost.com that Michael Thallheimer of Eureka, Calif., was fishing at around 7:30 Monday morning when the incident took place. More...
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