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BoatTEST Newsletter October 7, 2021
Features Video
Neptunus Yachts 650E
Veteran Shipwrights Using
Modern Best Practices
Neptunus Yachts is Canada’s premier builder of high-quality yachts ranging from 55’ to 75’ (16.76 m to 22.86 m) and has been building yachts for more than 30 years. The yard is known for its craftsmanship and well-found boats, such as the Neptunus 650E which has a CE Category A-Ocean rating. Located just across the American border, a short drive from Niagara Falls, the Neptunus yard has become home to some of the best Canadian shipwrights that have grown up over the years in Ontario. With only a few companies in North America building large motoryachts, Neptunus should be on anyone’s short list of brands to investigate. The 2021 Neptunus 650E features a new galley-aft layout, the company’s most open and spacious layout yet. More...
Sponsored Content
SIONYX Digital Night Vision
In low/no light conditions, you can now operate with confidence and safety without having to buy an expensive infrared device. The SIONYX Aurora series wirelessly streams color night vision to your tablet or phone at your helm station. IP67 rated for open water conditions and easily mountable or handheld, this digital camera also captures photos and video. Whether you're heading out early in the morning to get the first catch, or making your way home after sunset, add the Aurora and navigate in the dark with ease. Act now, at a steep discount only through October 10. More...
Electric Propulsion
Ingenity Wakesurf Boat World Tour
The Super Air Nautique GS22E wakesurfing boat powered by Ingenity Electric will be at boat shows in Germany and the United States this fall. It made its first appearance at the Boats Afloat Show in Seattle September 16–19. Next, the boat went to Germany at the 60th Interboot followed by the International Watersports Exhibition. More...
Test Video
Yamaha 252SD
New Lux Family Jet Boat
The company stepped up its game in terms of comfort, technology, amenities, handling and fit and finish in the new 2022 252SD. She’s designed for the active family with kids to grandparents. There have been so many advances like the Connext Touchscreen that our report must be read to appreciate how far Yamaha has come. But, one thing has not changed – her safe jet power. More...
Features Video
Cruisers Yachts 42 Cantius
Like a Waterside Spa
Virtually every express yacht in the same class as the Cruisers Yachts 42 Cantius has some kind of a lounge on the bow or foredeck. Cruisers Yachts takes things to the next level with a horseshoe-shaped sunpad and cushions that lay flat for group sunning. The backrests for the longer lounges on each said can be raised to create dual chaise-style seats and between them, a table folds up on custom hinges. There’s a small cushion directly abaft the table and an optional sunshade is available. More...
Outboard Engine Buyers' Guide
Repower w/175 HP
For More Power at the Same Weight
Typically, engine companies engineer new blocks and associated hardware that they call “platforms.” These will be able to handle several different horsepower ratings. For example, Yamaha’s 2.8 L platform comes in 150, 175 and 200-hp versions. Likewise, Suzuki’s 2.9 L platform spans the same range with three versions. But there are some differences among the engines of one platform – see if you can find them. More...
Seamanship
Have You Ever Called 911 from the Water?
On Sept. 30, a lone 57-year-old man was in what was reported to be an 18’ (5.48 m) fiberglass boat that swamped and quickly capsized. The boat was in choppy seas ½ mile off a beach near Boston, MA. The operator was wearing a PFD and was able to call 911 while floating in the water, asking for rescue. Have you ever called 911 from land, much less in the water? If so, you can imagine what happened – or didn’t happen – next. More...
Enjoy the Boating Lifestyle
SBC has only premium boats and happy members. Happy because they can use the club’s expensive new boats almost any time they want – including full days on weekends. They can go up to 50 miles or more offshore for fishing or cruise up the coast for overnight adventures. A limited number of affordable annual memberships in premium luxury boats ranging from 27’ to 37’ (8.2 m to 11.28 m) is now available in St. Petersburg, Bradenton and Riviera Beach, Fla. Check them out at SovereignBoatClub.com or call 727-200-3474.
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