First Electric Boat Race Results | Cruisers 35 Express | Formula 40 PC - 06/29/21

Results of the World’s First Electric-Boat Race

With 23 entries competing over three days, the world’s first electric-boat regatta took place from May 29 to June 5 in Venice, Italy, as part of the Venice Boat Show. The weekend started with a parade of electrically powered boats from refitted Venice classics to the latest high-tech raceboats as the fleet idled from the Arsenale, along the Grand Canal out into the San Marco Basin and then back to their starting point. More...

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Formula 40 Performance Cruiser

Brilliant Finish — Easily Maintained

It could be argued that Formula could be credited with starting the “easier boating” trend with models like its 40 Performance Cruiser. The company was one of the first to adopt joystick operation and as pretty as the specially formulated polyurethane paint over the Maxguard gelcoat is, it’s also easier to maintain. And that’s taken to the nth degree because the whole finish is covered in a clear coat that has a mirror-like quality that should last for years with minimal effort. No need for annual buffing and the extra cost of the paint – typically about $6,000 – is well worth it. More...

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Intrepid 475 Panacea

Outboard Choices for a Custom Experience

One benefit of being an independent boatbuilder is that Intrepid can offer the 47’6” (14.48 m) 475 Panacea with outboards from Suzuki, Mercury or Yamaha. Quad Suzuki DF350As would give the boat impressive slow-speed maneuverability because they’re the only outboards with twin contra-rotating propellers in class. We tested with quad 425-hp Yamaha XTO offshores and hit 60.7 mph. Imagine what she’d do with quad 450-hp Mercury Racing 450Rs. Taking a look at the BoatTEST.com outboard matrix, a potential buyer would see that the 450R weighs 689 lbs. (312.52 kg) compared to the Yamaha 425 at 952 lbs. (432 kg). On the other hand, the Yamaha doesn’t need a supercharger to develop its horsepower. More...

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Sea Ray SPX 230

Designed for Lakes, Rivers and Coastal Fun

Sea Ray offers its 23’6” (7.16 m) bowrider in three different equipment and price levels. The SPX 230 is built on the same hull using the same construction techniques as its more expensive counterparts and it has the important features like the deep swim platform and convertible aft sunlounge. Many people will be perfectly happy without the premium stuff and we consider this boat a good value. More...

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Cruisers Yachts 35 Express

Express Yacht Maximizes Space

Cruisers Yachts’ 35 Express is designed to optimize the available space in this sleek-looking yacht. To that end, the cockpit has a large wraparound lounge that can convert from an aft-facing bench to a flat cushion for catching rays. There’s also a chaise-style lounge alongside the helm position. The wetbar features a sink, refrigerator and ice maker. Belowdecks, her mid-cabin was designed to be open and connected to the salon so passengers in each area can carry on a conversation – or to be a sleeping cabin with a privacy curtain. More...

Up a Lazy River into Tampa's Past

Not all boating adventures have to be to the beach or offshore. Exploring rivers and bays will give you a new perspective on the place where you live.  SBC can put those experiences in your life at an affordable price in a premium boat. Annual memberships in five premium boats ranging from 27’ to 35’ (8.2 m to 10.6 m) are now available in St. Petersburg, Bradenton, Ft. Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Fla. Check them out at SovereignBoatClub.com or call 727-200-3474.

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