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Buyer’s Guide to Motoryacht Interiors - 11/20/20

BoatTEST Newsletter November 20, 2020 

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Video Buyer’s Guide to

Motoryacht Interiors

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Today’s weekly video features Brunswick Corp.'s electrification of a large Sea Ray, good news from Mastercraft, Axopar’s new small boat Spyder, and congratulations to Yamaha for winning the NMMA’s Innovation Award. The new product is a single-engine joystick with lots of functionality, all explained in a Yamaha video. This week’s main feature is Part II to our Buyer’s Guide to Motoryachts, focusing on interior layouts. SEE IT NOW...

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Captain's Report

Jeanneau Leader 9.0:

Asymmetric Cruiser Sleeps 4

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The 29’6” (9.0 m) Jeanneau Leader 9.0 is intentionally sold with few frills so an owner can add amenities to suit his or her preferred activities. Examples of available options include a water heater, electric trim tabs, a bow thruster and a cockpit galley.

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Repower Savings

Yamaha Offering Repower Incentives

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Yamaha is offering low rates on its full range of outboards.

Yamaha Marine says its “Add Some Horsepower to Your Holiday” offer gives customers incentive to purchase new outboards even when the boating season has ended for many boaters. The program began on November 16 and runs until December 23. Long-term financing is available, making monthly payments affordable for nearly anyone. More...

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Features Video

Cruisers Yachts 54 Fly:

Flying Bridge a Worthwhile Addition

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By adding a flying bridge to the express-style 54 Cantius’ already-inviting salon and cockpit, Cruisers Yachts enhances the entertainment options with the 54 Fly. The view from the upper helm is mostly unobstructed and the flying bridge has a lounge around a table and a wetbar with a sink, refrigerator and grill.

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Fall Virtual Boat Show:

59 Trawlers

On Display

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BoatTEST has 59 trawlers on display at the Fall Virtual Boat Show from 27' (8.3 m) to 86' (26.21 m). Browse the selection below.

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Virtual Boat Show

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Editor's Report

Tigé R23:

Create Wakes for All Sports

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While most manufacturers seem focused on wakesurfing boats, Tigé designed the R23 to serve up wakes for surfing, boarding and even slalom skiing. The 23’ (7.01m) boat has the third generation Tigé Adjustable Performance System (TAPS 3T) and a touchscreen that controls ballast, speed and trim level.

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Test Video

Axopar 37 XC Revolution:

Designed for Improved Performance

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On the 37 XC Revolution, Axopar paid close attention to her hydrodynamics, running computational fluid dynamics studies resulting in 30 percent better fuel economy and extended her range., says the builder. For those worried about being spotted by Axopar groupies, camo hull treatments are available.

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Photo of the Day

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The thrills of a boat ride!

We – and our 160,000 newsletter readers – want to see your boating photos and videos! Email us at [email protected] and we may feature your submission in our newsletter.

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Expert Boating

OOOPS!!!

They Should Have Watched Smart Boating!

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Sometimes it's not what you know, but what you've forgotten. We have the perfect solution for you.

Based on the feedback we've been getting about BoatTEST.com's Video Boating Course, it's clearly not only for beginners but for veteran boaters as well. Perhaps that is why the NMMA started promoting the course after just one look. It's the most complete boating course available... period. Order your 4-disc box set...

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