Absolute 50 Fly | Regal 38 XO | New Lowrance Sonar - 01/18/21
BoatTEST Newsletter January 18, 2021
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Absolute 50 Fly:
Space-Conscious Design
Absolute wanted to make the 50 Fly feel larger than her 49’10” (15.2 m) overall length. One of the areas where they accomplished this is in the master stateroom. It’s full beam with 6’2” (1.88 m) to the overhead and plenty of space to pass on each side of the 62” (157.48 cm) wide berth. There’s even a sitting area. This is just one of the many areas that we noticed a difference. The salon, aft deck and flying bridge are equally accommodating. More...
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Regal 38 XO:
Triple Outboards Expand Her Utility
Imagine pulling your 38’ (11.58 m) cruiser up to a beach or sandbar. It’s possible with the new Regal 38 XO thanks to her outboard power. But this begs the question, “Is it enough power?” Take a look at our test video and see for yourself just how versatile this boat can be. More...
Editor's Report
Iguana Amphibian:
Go-Anywhere Center Console
A rigid-hull inflatable with nylon tracks that fold into the hullsides make the Iguana Amphibian a go-anywhere recreational vehicle. The operator simply shuts down the outboard, tilts it up and deploy the tracks. Then drive it ashore. It’s an exciting concept and seems to be taking hold. But is it for you? More...
Test Video
Sun Tracker Sportfish 22 XP3:
A Pontoon Boat w/the Right Stuff
It’s easy to see that the Sun Tracker Sportfish 22 XP3 is designed by, and equipped for, people who fish. She has all the amenities that the casual angler wants, such as a 16-gallon (60.57-L) aerated livewell with a removable bait bucket, a tool rack, rod holders positioned for trolling and lockable storage for rods up to 7’6” (2.29 m) long. More...
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New Lowrance ActiveTarget Live Sonar
The high-resolution image gives anglers a clearer view of what’s going on beneath the boat.
Lowrance has launched a new high-resolution Active Target Live Sonar system. It reveals live-action views of fish moving around structures as they respond to lures or live bait. The new technology delivers this sonar functionality to the Lowrance HDS LIVE Ultimate Fishing System as well as HDS Carbon and Lowrance’s new Elite FS displays. This lets ActiveTarget Live Sonar connect with a wider range of displays. More...
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