Docking is hard! See this week’s hilarious bloopers & boat fails.
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Level 43ST
A Weekender With A Twist
THOUGHTFUL DESIGN The Level 43 ST, conceived by the father-and-son team behind Level Yachts, is a new take on the sport weekender. She balances performance and function with design and comfort. From her twin Volvo Penta IPS engines that make for responsive handling to her innovative use of space, including an expansive master cabin with over six feet of headroom, she is built for adventure.
PERFECT FOR THE WEEKEND This Sea Ray 47 is an exceptionally maintained express cruiser, now available in Rhode Island. This model features a thoughtfully appointed two-stateroom, two-head layout and an enclosed helm deck for all-season comfort. Twin Cummins diesels paired with Zeus pod drives and intuitive joystick control deliver performance and effortless maneuverability. If you’re seeking a versatile and refined mid-size express cruiser, this Sea Ray 47 commands your attention.
DIESEL OR BIOFUEL From the Williams Jet Tenders team comes Evene, an entirely new tender series. The Origin 57 and 71 feature a patented Petestep® hull designed to redirect water spray for a smoother ride, and both models run on HVO 100 biofuel, potentially reducing CO2 emissions by up to 97%. She’s a superyacht tender that’s as forward-thinking as the yachts she serves.
INLAND ONLY Which statement is TRUE of a power-driven vessel proceeding downbound with the current, when meeting an upbound vessel on the Western Rivers?
A.She shall propose the manner of passage. B. She shall not impede the upbound vessel. C. She shall pass on the port side of the other. D. All of the above
Locks, Dams, and Levees
History of Our Waterways Part 1
REVERSING A RIVER We all know the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is a big deal, but did you know they’re responsible for the very existence of some of our most beloved boating routes? This article explores how their work on everything from rivers and canals to lighthouses and dams shaped our internal waterways long before pleasure boating was a thing.
200 NEW BOAT JOBS In a significant move to streamline operations, Brunswick Corporation is consolidating its fiberglass boat production. The company is closing its facility in Reynosa, Mexico, and transitioning that production to its US plants in Tennessee and Florida. This is part of a larger plan to improve efficiency and reduce costs while creating over 200 new manufacturing jobs in the US.
DOCKING IS HARD From botched trailer loading to a fishing trip that ends with a man overboard, this week's collection of maritime mishaps is a reminder that even the simplest maneuvers can go sideways. Watch some of the most cringe-worthy moments caught on camera that will make you feel better about your own time on the water.
Boating family enjoying the sunset on Lake Conway in Orlando, FL
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According to the Inland Rules of the Road, a vessel proceeding downbound with the current on the Western Rivers has the right of way over an upbound vessel. The downbound vessel is required to initiate the passing signal, dictating the side on which the vessels will pass. The upbound vessel must then accept the proposal. This rule prioritizes the downbound vessel because it is more difficult to maneuver and stop a vessel traveling with the current.
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