Jeanneau’s Surprise Cabin | Seamless Riviera | Dash Decoded - 10/22/25

WEEKENDER SIZED UP Don't let her 30-foot profile fool you. Jeanneau used their extensive offshore experience to give the Leader 9.0 a Michael Peters V-hull and surprising cabin space. We're talking a dedicated double berth, a separate shower, and a mid-cabin tucked neatly below. Up top, the seating easily transforms into a generous sunpad. She takes the day-boat idea and stretches it right into the whole weekend.

A FLOATING ENTERTAINER Hailing from a builder known for their rugged, hand-laid hulls, the 505 SUV proves you don't have to sacrifice comfort for performance. Her large aft platform raises to meet the cockpit floor, creating a massive, single-level outdoor space. The signature awning window brings the galley and alfresco deck together, so you're never far from the action.

Marine growth and pump failure can ruin a great day on the water. That’s why ElectroSea’s ElectroStrainer® and SeaStrong® Silver Bullet RDP are designed to keep your seawater system running strong. ElectroStrainer dramatically cuts down on strainer cleanings and eliminates the need to descale, so you can spend more time cruising and less time cleaning. And with SeaStrong Silver Bullet RDP’s advanced Run-Dry Protection, you can say goodbye to pump failures and costly repairs. Check them out at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show – Bahia Mar, Booth 1210.

BETTER THAN A PHONE So you think you know MFDs? This article challenges what we think we know about mid-range multi-function displays, proving that what was once only found on big commercial boats is now standard on a 6-meter trailer boat. It’s a deep dive into the technology, a breakdown of the jargon, and a look at how this tech is simplifying boating for everyone.
 

WALL STREET TO WETSUITS A private equity manager and a fashion designer walk into a boatyard—it sounds like the start of a joke, but it’s actually the beginning of a real-life, 45-meter project. This article explores how two siblings with completely different lives came together during the pandemic to build a vessel that embodies their shared past and future family moments.