Heesen 144 | Fairline F//LINE 33 I Boston Whaler 190 Montauk - 07/14/20
BoatTEST Newsletter July 14, 2020
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Heesen 144:
Tri-Deck Superyacht Ready for Charter
AT LAST was ahead of her time when she was christened in 2009 and in 2015, she was named the No. 1 charter boat of the year. She underwent an interior refit in 2014 that was supervised by renowned designer Tui Pranich and further interior upgrades were performed in 2017 with new soft goods. She has accommodations for 11 in a full-beam master stateroom on the main deck and in four cabins belowdecks. Kamewa water jets create an advantageous draft for cruising the Bahamas and other areas where inboards can’t venture. More...
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Tahoe 2150 CC:
Deckboat w/a Center Console
Some ideas seem to make perfect sense. Take the Tahoe 2150 CC deckboat, for example. The “CC” stands for center console. By combining the best attributes of a deckboat like carrying the beam farther forward with those of a center console, such as easier passage around the helm, Tahoe could have a winning combination on its hands. The manufacturer makes the boat as enticing for fishing as it is for cruising with standard fish boxes, rod lockers and a color-keyed Bimini top. More...
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Fairline F//LINE 33:
Euro Luxury Day Boat
Fairline made a bold statement with the introduction of its F//LINE 33, which might fly a British flag, but looks every bit like a fine Italian sportscar. The manufacturer collaborated with Italian designer Alberto Mancini to create a luxury day boat that doesn’t just catch one’s eyes, it grabs them and holds them. She has a centrally positioned helm with configurable cockpit seating and a tailgate-style swim platform. Powered is twin sterndrives in gas or diesel. More...
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Manitou 25 Legacy SHP:
Premium Pontoon Boat w/Seating Options
Adaptable rear lounges enhance the 25 Legacy SHP’s appeal.
In the crowded luxury pontoon boat market, Manitou’s 25 Legacy SHP sets itself apart with aft lounges that can convert into multiple positions. If a passenger wants to stretch out chaise-style, the cushions can be laid out for aft-facing comfort. If more capacity is required, the rear seat easily switches to forward facing and there’s space for a table in between. The thickness of the seat padding and the quality of the upholstery throughout the boat add to her premium feel. More...
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Boston Whaler 190 Montauk:
A Classic Model is All-New
There are myriad reasons why Boston Whaler’s 190 Montauk has been such a coveted under 20’ (6.1 m) center console through the ages, and one is her bow design. Many refinements have been made on this classic model, which has been redesigned from the keel up. For example, the nonskid raised deck area is squared rather than tapered, creating more than 23 sq. ft. (2.1 sq. m) of space for casting or relaxing. Gunwale height is 21” (53.3 cm) and available 13” (33 cm) tall rails can be added for additional safety. For comfort, an optional bow sunpad is available. A new bottom design improves the boat’s ride in a light chop, and she is still unsinkable. More...
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Boating Safety
Possible Electrocution at Arizona Marina
One person is missing and four others were hurt in what officials believe was an electrocution incident at an Arizona lake on Sunday. Two people were transported in critical condition to a hospital from Scorpion Bay Marina on Pleasant Lake in Peoria, AZ, according to Capt. Mario Bravo of the Peoria Fire Department. Two other people reportedly refused aid at the scene. More...
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