How to Become a Mercury Sponsored Angler | Linssen Grand Sturdy 45.0 AC | Formula 34 PC - 10/05/20

BoatTEST Newsletter October 5, 2020 

Editor's Report

Linssen Yachts Grand Sturdy 45.0:

Steel-Hulled Canal/River/Coastal Cruiser

Powered by a single diesel inboard, the Grand Sturdy 45.0 should have a superior cruising range and belowdecks, she can be laid out with accommodations for up to eight.

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EdgeWater 370 CC Ready

for Charter/Lease in Riviera, Florida

BoattestLEASING is making a limited number of charters or leases available for BoatTEST Members on the luxurious EdgeWater 370 CC seen above from its marina in Riviera, Florida – handy to both Palm Beach and Jupiter. She is equipped with triple Yamaha 300-hp engines, a Seakeeper gyro, a cabin for two, Garmin ClearVU, SideVU fish finder, air conditioning, diesel generator, joystick, side door, electric grill, two fishbox freezers and much more. Minimum charters or lease packages start at 10 days (non-consecutive) for the six-month November to April season. Contact leasing General Manager Greg Sweeney at (727) 200-3474 | gsweeney@BoattestLEASING.com for more information.

 

Test Video

Formula 34 Performance Cruiser:

Luxury, Amenities and a Dazzling Paint Job

The 34 Performance Cruiser is available with gas sterndrives from MerCruiser, Volvo Penta and Ilmor Marine as well as a diesel choice from Volvo Penta. Formula’s painted hulls are the benchmark for the industry.

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Test Video

Robalo 246 Cayman SD:

Bay Boat w/Welcome Attributes

The 246 Cayman SD’s higher sheer line and greater hull flare should give a dryer ride in bumpy water while the bottom with 16 degrees of transom deadrise should keep her more stable when fishing at slow speeds or at rest.

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Captain's Report

Draco Boats D22:

Retro Bowrider w/Scandinavian Flair

The Draco D22 can be powered by a single outboard up to 250 hp, and her deep bow and cockpit should keep the family secure when the bay chop kicks up.

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Women in Boating

Mercury’s Michelle Kilburn on

How to Become a Mercury-Sponsored Angler

Michelle Kilburn (black jacket) is the director of Mercury Marine’s professional fishing program which has over 1,000 sponsored anglers. (A pre-Covid picture.)

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Boating News of the Week: Episode #24

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.

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Photo of the Day

All smiles on a family boat ride!

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