The Ocean Alexander 45 Divergence Coupe takes the most popular features of the 45 Sport and adds enclosed interior spaces that can accommodate the family long weekend or a yacht club cruise. The helm deck includes a dinette that can be fully enclosed and below there’s sleeping space for four. More...  

Riviera has launched its newest model, the 4600 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition and has sent us a video to share with our subscribers. She has the signature silver and black graphics accents, an opening “opera” window that links the cockpit and galley and waterfall countertops that define the Sport Yacht Platinum Edition series. Keep an eye out for a full test of this yacht in the future. More...  

The new Tiara 43 LS combines sporty lines, luxurious amenities and twin 600-hp Mercury V12 Verado outboards in a premium package. She has multiple social zones including the bow that has wraparound seating and a triple-wide reclining chaise lounge on the front of the console. The helm can seat four comfortably. The cockpit features Tiara’s signature rotating bench seat and below, accommodations for four await the owning couple and guests. More...  

The all-new Sea Ray SLX 260 OB is an important boat for several reasons — one of which is that it was designed by an all-woman team. Another is the options come in functionality “bundles,” much like we see in some automobile brands. With this new boat, Sea Ray takes aim at the upmarket segment of the bowrider class. More...  

The new Fairline Squadron 68 is sized for an owner/operator. Her five-blade props had plenty of bite for maneuvering around the docks. A light touch on the thrusters was all that was needed to maintain control. We tested the Fairline Squadron 68 with the standard twin 1,150-hp CAT C-18s, topping out at 30 knots. There was no “best cruise” because her range increased linearly as Capt. Steve reduced the throttle. At 23.3 knots, she was tuning 2000 RPM for a range of 267 nautical miles. At 10 knots, a comfortable delivery speed, she can cover 715 nautical miles. But, perhaps the most important aspect of the new Squadron 68 is her world-class fit and finish inside. Fairline has upped its game. Watch our videos and you’ll see what we mean. More...  

Since Underwater Lights introduced the first recognized sub-surface illumination for the recreational boating market in 1991, the market has exploded with more than a dozen international manufacturers. DeepSea released its first recreational underwater lights in 2003 and UK-based Ocean LED and Australian company Aqualuma unveiled their first models in 2005, helping kickstart the evolution of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for marine use. Before you buy, read this tutorial — with info on all major manufacturers. More...  

When a boat is dead in the water due to a breakdown, it turns with its starboard or port towards the weather and is carried away faster from the sea by the blowing wind and waves. One of the best ways to deal with this situation offshore in deep water is to deploy a floating anchor. More...  

Last summer there was tremendous interest in buying a boat to have fun in the restricted world of COVID-19. People hauled boats to the end of their driveways with “For Sale” signs. Sailboats and cabin cruisers appeared on Craigslist and it sounds like most were sold to new boaters. But are they happy owners now? More...  

Seven people were rescued by the Coast Guard last weekend after the 143’ (43.58 m) yacht they were on became disabled more than 20 miles off the Washington coast. Around 6 a.m. Saturday, watchstanders at the Coast Guard Columbia River command center received a radio call from the yacht crew. The boat was taking on water due to the transom door opening and failing to close. More...  

There’s no type of boat more complicated or expensive than a large motoryacht. Making a buying mistake here can literally cost you a million dollars or more. Our detailed Buyer’s Guide tells you how to avoid making a costly mistake. More...  

A family-friendly cruiser, the Pursuit DC266 is a good compromise between efficiency and riding comfort. Twin 200-hp Yamaha engines give her redundancy and long-range. Take her 50 miles offshore because her high freeboard helps keep the family dry and the boat secure. Joy ride into a membership in this fine boat with the Sovereign Boat Club. Check us out here.