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Hinckley Picnic Boat 37 MKIII | Ranger 2300LS | Riviera 445 SUV - 10/06/20

BoatTEST Newsletter October 6, 2020

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Editor's Report

Hinckley Yachts Picnic Boat 37 MKIII:

The Second Coming of a Downeast Icon

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The new edition of the Hinckley Picnic Boat is powered by a Yanmar V-8 jet that pushes her to speeds exceeding 35 knots, says the company. For more information, contact Scott Bryant, Hinckley VP of Sales and Marketing at [email protected] | (401) 683-7089.

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Leaseholder Testimonials

on the BoattestLEASING Program

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Capt. Steve explains the virtues of BoattestLEASING’s dual console with cruising canvass that extends the season, even in sunny Florida.

By spreading the cost of buying and operating a new boat over several boaters and have it administered by BoattestLEASING’s staff with a modern reservations system – and not selling more charters or leases than there is capacity – people who might not otherwise go boating can afford to do so – in style – in a premium boat with all of the important amenities. Here’s what three of our leaseholders have to say...



BoattestLEASING – Better than a Club



I've been a member of a boat club for over ten years. It was nice for a period of time. But their vessels were mediocre and not suited for my needs. It was also not convenient to wait 1 month out at minimum for a boat on the weekend. BoattestLEASING’s Pursuit DC266 is a premium boat and I can always use the boat when I want it.



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No Ownership Burden or Worries



The BoattestLEASING program is an incredible option for our family. It’s like owning our own boat, but way easier. The cost is similar to other boating programs, but what you get is a whole other level. If you compare their costs versus owning a boat of this caliber, there’s no contest.



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Smooth Operation



I just recently became a member of the BoattestLEASING’s program. I want to commend Greg Sweeney and Capt. Larry Wilson for helping this process go so smoothly. Greg is great to work with, straightforward and upfront with everything. This is the first time I have done this, and it could not be off to a better start. Kudos to BoatTEST and its staff for developing this much needed program.



GM



BoattestLEASING is currently making available for BoatTEST Members a 2020 27’ dual console in St. Petersburg, Florida, and a 2020 37’ center console in Riviera, Florida, handy to Palm Beach and Jupiter. Ten to 20-day (non-consecutive) charter/lease packages start at $14,000 all inclusive, except fuel. For more information, contact GM Greg Sweeney at (727) 200-3474 | gsweeney@BoattestLEASING.com.

See 27’ DC in St. Pete, FL See 37' CC in Riviera, FL

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Test Video

Cruisers Yachts 338 OB:

Premium Outboard-Powered Weekender

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The Cruisers Yachts 338 was one of the early bowrider day boats that also offered belowdecks accommodations. Now there is an outboard-powered model.

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Test Video

Riviera 445 SUV:

All-Purpose Bluewater Express Yacht

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The 445 SUV is built on the same hull bottom as the Riviera 43 Flybridge and she could certainly head offshore for a day of fishing, but she’s also designed for a wider range of activities including diving, distance cruising and entertaining.

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Test Video

Ranger Boats 2300LS:

A Pontoon Boat with Choices

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Ranger provides owners with a selection of colors for the seats, the pontoons and the fences. All told, there are 14 color combinations from which to choose.

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New Product

New Attwood Bilge Pump

Solves Air-Lock Problem

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Attwood Corporation has unveiled the new Sahara Mk2 automatic bilge pump. The company says the pump is the only one on the market that eliminates air-locks thanks to its patented X-Air impeller. It ejects trapped air so the pump won’t run dry and burn out the motor.

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Boating News of the Week: Episode #25

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This week’s BoatTEST Reports features a step-by-step, detailed look by Capt. Steve of what you need to consider before buying a new or used express cruiser. They come in a wide variety of configurations, sizes, and price points, so a buyer’s task is to find the best one to fit his/her needs and pocketbook.

See Episode #25 See All Episodes

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Photo of the Day

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No one else is in sight off Round Island in Nova Scotia.

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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