Astondoa 66 Flybridge | Cruisers 46 Cantius | Grady-White Freedom 275 - 01/20/21
BoatTEST Newsletter January 20, 2021
Editor's Report
Astondoa 66 Flybridge:
Premium Flying Bridge Motoryacht
On its 66 Flybridge motoryacht, Astondoa adds a fiberglass hardtop with an opening center section that covers much of the flying bridge. This gives passengers protection from the elements while they enjoy an al fresco meal on the starboard lounge with incomparable views. On the aft section of the upper level, triple-wide chaise lounges with adjustable headrests invite the sun worshippers. More...
SBC Membership Has Its Rewards
The Sovereign Boat Club in Riviera Beach, FL has three membership openings for the $700,000 2020 EdgeWater 370 CC seen above. She is equipped with a Seakeeper stabilizer, air conditioning and full fishing amenities – 2 livewells (a 70-gallon and a 45-gallon) plus two refrigerated fish boxes, Garmin SideVu, DownVu, Panoptix Live Scope Down and Panoptix Live Scope Forward. It’s not often that boaters and fishermen can get a chance to experience a new boat like this, either bareboat or with a captain. She’s also readily equipped for a day in Bimini with our captain. Take her to the Florida Keys bareboat, fish up to 50 miles offshore. Our online reservation system is easy to use and ensures you’ll have the boat when you want it! This boat goes back north on April 15, so those interested should act now. To reserve your spot, please go to our website at www.sovereignboatclub.com, email [email protected] or contact our general manager, Greg Sweeney at 727.200.3474
Sovereign Boat Club Info on the Edgewater 370 CC in Rivera Beach, FL
Features Video
Cruisers Yachts 46 Cantius:
Small Details Enhance Comfort
It’s easy to see that boats from Cruisers Yachts are built by people who spend time on the water. The dinette in the 46 Cantius is raised a total of 17.5” (44.45 cm) off the sole for three reasons. One, it gives passengers seated there a better view while enjoying lunch. Two, it creates more headroom for the master stateroom. Three, it puts guests on the same level as the operator for easy interaction. More...
Test Video
Grady-White Freedom 275:
Trailerable Adventure Platform
Because she has an 8’6” (2.59 m) beam, the Grady-White Freedom 275 is one of the largest towable dual consoles on the market. When she’s set on a trailer with twin 200-hp outboards and the usual gear, a vehicle rated to tow about 8,000 lbs. (3,628.74 kg) should be up to the hauling task. For fishing or cruising, there is ample space in the cockpit and bow. If she gets caught in less-than-ideal conditions, the Freedom 275 rides home on the same offshore-proven SeaV2® hull design found on all Grady-White models from 18 to 45 feet. More...
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Test Video
Triton 20 TrX:
Equipped for High-Speed Control
For many bass-boat owners, driving to the next spot is as much fun as the fishing. Powered by a 250-hp Mercury 4-stroke outboard, the Triton 20 TrX hit a top speed of 73.0 mph at 5900 rpm and planed in 3.4 seconds. Kudos to Triton for including a Hot Foot throttle on the standard-equipment list. It lets the driver keep both hands on the steering wheel at all times. More...
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Boating Safety
Sea-Tow Captain Honored for Extra Effort
A Sea-Tow captain from Fort Myers, Fla., was honored recently for going above and beyond the call of duty last June. Capt. Craig Stranksy was finishing an 8-hour shift with Sea Tow Fort Myers when he got a call from a worried mom. Her teenage son had taken the family’s 16’ tender to pick up bait for a fishing trip with his dad the following day. What should have been an hour-long trip grew into much later as day turned to evening. Find out what happened next. More...
Pre-Owned Yachts
68' De Vries Lentsch 1953
Dakota
68' De Vries Lentsch 1953 Dakota
This Yacht Used Yachts 61' - 80' All Denison Yachts
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