Galeon 450 HTC | Northstar Orion 8 RIB | Eastern Rosborough 246 - 11/08/23

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Galeon 450 HTC

Style, Space and Functionality

The Galeon 450 HTC has abundant deck space to enjoy sea and sun, including fold-out bulwarks, while below she sleeps four. A sliding glass door adjacent to the helm allows quick egress for the operator to assist in docking as needed. See Our Video ->

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Northstar Orion 8 RIB

Fast, Upscale RIB

The Northstar Orion 8 rides on a double-stepped vacuum-molded  fiberglass  hull to maximize performance. She topped out at 51.5 mph in our tests, powered by a single 350-hp Mercury outboard. Luxury seating, large 20" diameter Hypalon tubes and two Mercury VesselView 9" displays distinguish her as a premium rigid inflatable. See Our Video ->

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Eastern Rosborough 246 Yarmouth

Downeast Cabin Cruiser for Fishing

This boat was originally built in Nova Scotia for cruising and fishing in Atlantic waters. She’s now built in New Hampshire by the folks at Eastern Boat Works, who have found her popular with Great Loopers. Her V-berth forward and her cozy cabin with dinette and galley make her ideal for a couple on a budget. See Our Video ->

Pre-Owned Yacht

2021 Marlow 53

SEA US GO

This classic-style pilothouse 53’ Marlow is only two years old and is powered by upgraded diesel CAT C-12.9 twins and has a reported top speed of 25 knots. She includes full Garmin electronics, FLIR night vision system, stabilizers, bow and stern thrusters and lots more. See her now in beautiful Crystal River, Florida. More ->

Product Review

Hydrofin Creates

Foiling Pontoon Boats

Hydrofin technology gives pontoon boats higher speed and better fuel economy as well as an improved ride. The system is surprisingly affordable. More ->

Cruising

On the Trail of Ernest Hemingway

Follow the famed author’s trail from Key West through Bimini and Cuba as he fished, drank and married frequently between bouts of writing. And don’t forget Hemingway Days, slated for next July in Key West. More ->

Boat Maintenance

Engine Cooling Systems Explained

Whether your boat has a closed-loop cooling system or a raw water system, you need to keep a close eye on it to make sure your engine(s) stay healthy. Here are some things to look for.

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Boat Buying

What to Ask for in a

Marine Survey

She may look like the boat of your dreams, but she can turn into a nightmare if you don’t hire a certified marine surveyor to tell you what's right — and wrong — with that used boat.

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News

California Boat Captain Guilty Over Fire That Killed 34

The captain of a dive boat that caught fire and killed 34 people in California four years ago has been found guilty of negligence.

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Life is Better on a Boat

Boating with Romeo in Discovery Bay, CA.

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