ezstandalone.cmd.push(function() { ezstandalone.showAds(102); }); [Newsletter Archive](/articles/newsletter-archive)# 55.4 MPH CC | 3 Days Off-Grid | CarPlay Goes Boating - 8/27/2026 Aug 27, 2026 [ Twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet/?text=55.4%20MPH%20CC%20%7C%203%20Days%20Off-Grid%20%7C%20CarPlay%20Goes%20Boating%20-%208%2F27%2F2026&url=https%3A%2F%2Fboattest.com%2Farticle%2F554-mph-cc-3-days-grid-carplay-goes-boating-8272026.md&hashtags=boattest&via=&related=&in-reply-to=)[ WhatsApp ](whatsapp://send?text=Check%20out%20this%20page%20-%20%20https%3A%2F%2Fboattest.com%2Farticle%2F554-mph-cc-3-days-grid-carplay-goes-boating-8272026.md)[ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/dialog/feed?app_id=966242223397117&name=55.4%20MPH%20CC%20%7C%203%20Days%20Off-Grid%20%7C%20CarPlay%20Goes%20Boating%20-%208%2F27%2F2026&link=https%3A%2F%2Fboattest.com%2Farticle%2F554-mph-cc-3-days-grid-carplay-goes-boating-8272026.md&caption=&description=&picture=&source=&ref=&display=popup)[ Email ](mailto:?subject=Share%20this%20article&body=Check%20out%20this%20page%20%2255.4%20MPH%20CC%20%7C%203%20Days%20Off-Grid%20%7C%20CarPlay%20Goes%20Boating%20-%208%2F27%2F2026%22%20-%20https%3A%2F%2Fboattest.com%2Farticle%2F554-mph-cc-3-days-grid-carplay-goes-boating-8272026%0D%0A) Capt. Trip camps aboard for 3 days as Florida scallop season opens. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ | \| Can't See Our Images? [Click Here](https://info.boattest.com/thurs.8.27.2026) \| \|---\| \| [![BoatTEST - On The Water Newsletter](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/NEWLOGO-HEADER-NLv3%20(1).png?width=1200&upscale=true&name=NEWLOGO-HEADER-NLv3%20(1).png)](https://boattest.com/) \| \|---\| \| ### Hello Boater \| \|---\| \| ## Formula 360 Crossover Bowrider ### From Running to Relaxing \| \|---\| \| [![Formula 360 CBR lifestyle](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/Formula%20360%20CBR%20lifestyle.gif?width=1120&upscale=true&name=Formula%20360%20CBR%20lifestyle.gif)](https://boattest.com/boats/formula/360-crossover-bowrider-2025) \| \|---\| \| **OPEN BOW, CABIN BELOW** The 360 CBR pairs a full bowrider layout with overnight accommodations below the helm, including a double berth and enclosed head. Aft, the cockpit converts from seating to lounging, and the optional extended swim platform includes a submersible hydraulic swim step. \| \|---\| \| \\| [**STEP ABOARD** ](https://boattest.com/boats/formula/360-crossover-bowrider-2025) \\| \\|---\\| \| \|---\| \| \\| [**MORE INFO** ](https://info.boattest.com/interest-formula) \\| \\|---\\| \| \|---\| \| [![More Formula BoatTESTS-1](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/More%20Formula%20BoatTESTS-1.png?width=1200&upscale=true&name=More%20Formula%20BoatTESTS-1.png)](https://boattest.com/boats/formula) \| \|---\| \| ## Everglades 285 CC ### Fishing With Room to Lounge \| \|---\| \| [![everglades-285cc](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/everglades-285cc.png?width=1120&upscale=true&name=everglades-285cc.png)](https://boattest.com/boats/everglades/285cc-2023) \| \|---\| \| **FACE THE ACTION** The 285CC’s two-person helm lounge rotates to face aft, putting the crew toward the cockpit when watching fishing lines or swimmers. Forward, removable backrests and a filler cushion change the bow from seating to a sunpad, while twin 300-hp Yamahas produced a reported 55.4-mph top speed. \| \|---\| \| \\| [**SEE THE 285CC** ](https://boattest.com/boats/everglades/285cc-2023) \\| \\|---\\| \| \|---\| \| \\| [**MORE INFO** ](https://info.boattest.com/interest-everglades) \\| \\|---\\| \| \|---\| \| [![BoatTEST Featured Pre-Owned Vessels](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/Pre-owned11.png?width=1200&upscale=true&name=Pre-owned11.png)](https://boattest.com/preowned-yachts-for-sale) \| \|---\| \| ## Pre-Owned Yacht Spotlight: *Don't Tell the Kids* ### 2025 Regal 38 XO \| \|---\| \| [![2025 Regal 38 XO](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/2c8ae5bb-16df-4daf-9f3a-ac1c20745298.jpg?width=1120&upscale=true&name=2c8ae5bb-16df-4daf-9f3a-ac1c20745298.jpg)](https://www.hmy.com/yachts-for-sale/regal-38-xo-2025-don-t-tell-the-kids-2850471?utm_campaign=33685260-BoatTest+Email+Sends&utm_source=email&utm_content=BoatTest+Boat+%234+38+Regal+Dont+tell+Kids) \| \|---\| \| **TWO STATEROOMS** This 2025 Regal 38 XO in Destin, FL has a private forward stateroom plus an aft cabin with berths that convert from twins to a king. The enclosed helm opens up with a retractable sunroof and side doors, while triple 300-hp Yamahas provide the power. \| \|---\| \| \\| [**FULL LISTING & PRICE** ](https://www.hmy.com/yachts-for-sale/regal-38-xo-2025-don-t-tell-the-kids-2850471?utm_campaign=33685260-BoatTest+Email+Sends&utm_source=email&utm_content=BoatTest+Boat+%234+38+Regal+Dont+tell+Kids) \\| \\|---\\| \| \|---\| \| [![Promote Your Used Vessel](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/Pre-Owned%20Promotion%20Banner-1.png?width=1200&upscale=true&name=Pre-Owned%20Promotion%20Banner-1.png)](https://share.hsforms.com/1OoN32HO2SVGyn-h-xnJHZw3t3xb) \| \|---\| \| ## Captain Trip's Log ### Solo, Stormy, Scallop Season \| \|---\| \| [![Captain Trip's Log scallop season](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/hq720-Aug-23-2026-10-39-04-6968-PM.jpg?width=1120&upscale=true&name=hq720-Aug-23-2026-10-39-04-6968-PM.jpg)](https://boattest.com/article/capt-trip-his-personal-boating-adventures-steinhatchee-florida) \| \|---\| \| **OFF THE GRID** Capt. Trip heads off Steinhatchee for three days of solo boat camping as scallop season opens. Shallow, rock-strewn water leads to an island anchorage, followed by an approaching storm, sharks around the boat and plenty of time in the water. By the final day, 82 scallops are headed for the skillet. \| \|---\| \| \\| [**JOIN THE ADVENTURE** ](https://boattest.com/article/capt-trip-his-personal-boating-adventures-steinhatchee-florida) \\| \\|---\\| \| \|---\| \| [![BoatTEST VIP Membership](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202023-05-21%20at%207.40.56%20PM.png?width=1200&upscale=true&name=Screen%20Shot%202023-05-21%20at%207.40.56%20PM.png)](https://boattest.com/vip-membership) \| \|---\| \| ## A Working Boat Test ### Why This Charter Captain Chose Sharrow \| \|---\| \| [![Sharrow Capt Will Sanchielli](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/Sharrow%20Capt%20Will%20Sanchielli.jpg?width=1120&upscale=true&name=Sharrow%20Capt%20Will%20Sanchielli.jpg)](https://boattest.com/article/charter-captain-buys-boat-because-its-sharrow-props-and-saves) \| \|---\| \| **CHARTER ECONOMICS** A set of Sharrow props was a major factor when Captain Will Sanchelli chose his next charter boat. Fuel burn was the biggest consideration, but offshore use brought other differences: less white water behind the boat when trolling and no cavitation during the hard turns that caused his previous boats to lose their bite. \| \|---\| \| \\| [**READ THE FULL ACCOUNT** ](https://boattest.com/article/charter-captain-buys-boat-because-its-sharrow-props-and-saves) \\| \\|---\\| \| \|---\| \| ![Life is Better on a Boat Banner](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/Life%20is%20Better%20on%20a%20Boat%20Banner.jpeg?width=1200&upscale=true&name=Life%20is%20Better%20on%20a%20Boat%20Banner.jpeg) \| \|---\| \| ## **Crest, Balise Add CarPlay** ### Savvy Navvy At the Helm \| \|---\| \| [![Apple CarPlay onboard with Savvy Navvy](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/image_1875.png?width=1120&upscale=true&name=image_1875.png)](https://boattest.com/article/crest-and-balise-offer-savvy-navvy-apple-carplay-and-android-auto-2027-models) \| \|---\| \| **PHONE TO HELM** Starting with the 2027 model year, Savvy Navvy's navigation comes standard on new Balise pontoons plus Crest's Conquest and Caribbean lines, built into Apple CarPlay and Android Auto at the helm. It's the first factory install of its kind, putting charts and live routing on the display drivers already use in the car. \| \|---\| \| \\| [**SEE HOW IT WORKS** ](https://boattest.com/article/crest-and-balise-offer-savvy-navvy-apple-carplay-and-android-auto-2027-models) \\| \\|---\\| \| \|---\| \| \\| \\\| [![Facebook](https://info.boattest.com/hs/hsstatic/TemplateAssets/static-1.262/img/hs_default_template_images/modules/Follow+Me+-+Email/facebook_circle_color.png)](https://www.facebook.com/147681571934586) \\\| \\\|---\\\| \\| \\\| [![YouTube](https://info.boattest.com/hs/hsstatic/TemplateAssets/static-1.262/img/hs_default_template_images/modules/Follow+Me+-+Email/youtube_circle_color.png)](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKLeLXNWfr0w2fO0h5Bt7mw) \\\| \\\|---\\\|---\\\| \\| \\\| [![Instagram](https://info.boattest.com/hs/hsstatic/TemplateAssets/static-1.262/img/hs_default_template_images/modules/Follow+Me+-+Email/instagram_circle_color.png)](https://www.instagram.com/boattest_official) \\\| \\\|---\\\|---\\\| \\| \\\| [![twitter-x-logo-0339F999CF-seeklogo.com](https://6396959.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/6396959/hubfs/twitter-x-logo-0339F999CF-seeklogo.com.png?height=50&upscale=true&name=twitter-x-logo-0339F999CF-seeklogo.com.png)](https://twitter.com/boattest) \\\| \\\|---\\\|---\\\| \\| \\\| [![TikTok](https://info.boattest.com/hs/hsstatic/TemplateAssets/static-1.262/img/hs_default_template_images/modules/Follow+Me+-+Email/tiktok_circle_color.png)](https://www.tiktok.com/@boatestofficial) \\\| \\\|---\\\|---\\\| \\| \\|---\\| \| \|---\| \| **Questions? 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