A PROPER VEE HULL Bayliner’s mission is simple: get families on the water without the headache. This 20-footer totally nails it by using an old-school Vee Hull—so she handles chop way better than those flatter entry boats. The bow area isn't just a couple of seats; it quickly turns into a sun lounge or a spot for lunch, and the high sides make it feel super secure for the crew.
EXPAND THE COCKPIT She's a new take on the sport weekender. This vessel features massive fold-down side platforms that turn the cockpit into a wide-open, sea-level beach club—a beam usually found on much larger boats! We take a full walkthrough, checking out her innovative deck layout and clever space-saving ideas, including a retractable 55-inch outdoor TV.
THE BOAT IS LISTENING Since 2020, our own Sovereign Boat Fleet has relied on this system for 24/7 monitoring of bilge activity and battery state. But the real shift? Yamaha acquired the company to deeply link its telemetrics platform with their outboards. This integration means your engine is now a data node, providing insight to the company that should improve reliability and extend service life.
INLAND ONLY A commercial vessel engaged in public safety activities may display a(n) identity light(s). Which of the following is appropriate for these activities?
A. alternately flashing blue and red light B. flashing blue light C. flashing yellow light D. alternately flashing red and yellow light
NEW AXOPAR 29 Sun Top:
New Boat to Join the Fleet
The Axopar 29 Sun Top is one of the hottest boats on the U.S. market today. It’s a dayboat that’s a thrill to drive. Forward she has a table with seating and aft are two seats and a wet bar. Watch the review of the Axopar 29 here. Then, reach out to SBF’s GM, Jim Noel to learn more about membership in this remarkable boat available in Riviera Beach, FL: [email protected].
3D SCANNING Traditional boat shows are high-energy, but they're over fast. Now, advanced LiDAR scanning is making every vessel accessible 24/7. This company had to overcome massive challenges—like avoiding reflections on sleek gelcoat and dealing with constant movement—to capture every inch. The goal is simple: enhance visitor follow-up and planning by letting people revisit that one boat they loved in vivid, flawless detail.
REMOTE GESTURE CONTROL Tired of fumbling for the remote to drop anchor? The Kraken motor has a clever solution you'll want to see. We cover the straightforward steps for installation, power, and getting connected. Learn how this tech takes the guesswork out of setup and puts sophisticated spot-holding power directly at the bow.
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Rule 1(b) of the Inland Rules specifies that the supplemental rules for the Inland Waters (33 CFR Part 89) govern vessel operation on those waters. The Coast Guard's guidance (33 CFR 88.17) for identity lights on vessels engaged in public safety activities (e.g., Search and Rescue, law enforcement) on Inland Waters states that they may display an alternately flashing red and yellow light.
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