In February, Formula announced its return to the center-console market with the 387 CCF and 387 CCS. Formula president Scott Porter said the company will build a range of center consoles from 32’ to 45’ (9.75 m to 13.72 m). Power options include triple Mercury outboards up to 1,350 hp total or twin 600-hp V12 Verados. “The idea of the Center Console Sport and the Center Console Fish is to appeal to anglers and families who want luxury and comfort with style,” said Josh Porter, design engineer and third-generation member of the Porter family. More...
With the 70 Luxury Power Catamaran, Aquila Yachts and its exclusive distribution partner MarineMax entered the luxury yacht realm. But fine fit-and-finish inside was only part of the objective – Aquila also wants to maximize performance. Engineers spent countless hours conducting Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) studies that focused on the bulbs on the leading edge of the twin hulls as well as the propeller shaft struts, skegs, propellers and even the rudders. To see what all that research revealed, click to read our full report. More...
Canelli Yachts is a truly European company. The owner is from Belgium and the designer is a Spaniard. The Italian company exhibited this year at the Miami Boat Show, which usually means a builder is ready to tackle the American market, a daunting task. Its latest model is the Canelli 43 Bella Vita. She is a luxury crossover that can sleep four. Her hatchet bow and innovative glass bulwark amidships give her a distinctive look. Take a trip to Canelli Yachts' website to get an eye full. More...
The Cruisers Yachts 42 Cantius can entertain friends and family on the main deck or sneak away for a weekend with the kids or two close friends. The cockpit, salon and helm are all on the same level and the galley is positioned to serve indoor and outdoor gathering areas with ease. Belowdecks, she has two spacious cabins instead of trying to cram in a third, which makes the boat ideal for genteel cruising. More...
Regal’s LS6 Surf is a 26’4” (8.03 m) bowrider with a forward-facing drive, ballast system and wave-shaping tabs for wakesurfing. But the Surf series has something that sets it apart from all other wakesports boats regardless of the propulsion system. Regal’s single-step FASdeck bottom design helps improve performance and efficiency. Drain the ballast and trim up the drive for a 52.2-mph blast back to the trailer to beat the crowd to the ramp at sunset. More...
Commissioned by the owner of the well-known sailing/electric yacht Geist, the 35’ (10.6 m) Electric Flyer is an electrically powered sportboat made out of wood. She will be built by Spirit Yachts, which was founded in 1993 to give connoisseurs a wooden alternative to fiberglass production boats. The foiling, propulsion and technical aspects of the boat will be managed by BAR Technologies. Click to learn more...
It’s a beautiful Sunday afternoon in the anchorage and the big game is going to kick off in a few minutes. With this simple how-to guide, watch it on your new TV in the comfort of your cockpit instead of down in your dimly lit cabin. More...
This week, the Broncos Guru takes a look at boating with reptiles, a successful beach launch, getting a hand from a buddy at the ramp, accidental contact between boats and why you shouldn’t try to outrun the authorities. More...
Sovereign Boat Club is expanding to Southeast Florida. This is a ground-floor opportunity because it will only have a few boats in the Miami to Palm Beach area. If you have a new boat or like-new boat from 27’ to 40’ (8.2 m to 12.1 m), SBC’s “shared access” program can earn money for you. Club members’ dues pay for your annual operating expenses and mitigate their depreciation. Contact us here or at 727-200-3474. Just say uncle sent you.
Photo Of The Day
The five-day Dubai Boat Show – March 9 to 13 – has become another stop on large boat builders’ around-the-world boat show marketing carousel. Here, we see the Riva 100’ (30 m) Corsaro in front of the Burj Al Arab hotel, which stands 689’ (210 m) above Jumeirah Beach.
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