Key West 203DFS | 7 Tips for Peak Outboard Performance | Azimut Atlantis 51 - 11/08/19
BoatTEST Newsletter November 8, 2019
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Key West 203DFS:
Fuel-Efficient 3-Cylinder Power for
Trolling & Dayboating
The Key West 203DFS is a combination of a family bow rider and an open fishing boat. Either way, she makes an economical package equipped with the new 3-cylinder Evinrude 150-hp E-TEC G2 PRO. The engine includes integrated digital power steering and tilt, the optimized electronic fuel injection system which produced amazing economy at the trolling speeds. She got 18.0 mpg at 3.6 mph idle speed. At 3500 rpm and 27.3 mph, she got 5.0 mpg. Perhaps her biggest economy comes at greatly reduced maintenance costs: no 100-hour oil and filter changes, no winterization charges, and fewer parts to go wrong. More...
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Ocean Alexander 90R:
Let the Parties Begin!
When it comes to open-air entertainment areas, the upper deck of the Ocean Alexander 90R is hard to beat. The outdoor section has two lounges that wrap around tables (or the optional hot tub seen here) at the stern. A full wet bar with four stools, a grill, sink, and refrigerator are forward to starboard. Forward, there is another entertaining venue on the foredeck, high and dry. On the aft deck below, triple-wide stainless-steel framed glass doors slide open to bring the outside in. More...
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Azimut Atlantis 51:
High on Comfort & Eye-Appeal
The Azimut Atlantis 51 designers have taken particular care in selecting the fabrics and materials in the cockpit and interior areas for durability, eye-appeal and comfort. All of the topside upholstery is Batyline, an upgraded material that's chosen because it is durable, breathable, and resists heat. Exposed skin doesn’t stick to the upholstery on a hot day. The hi-lo table opens out to seat six and it's made of synthetic marble, which is reportedly more expensive than natural marble but much less subject to cracking. The synthetic teak decking provides secure footing and doesn't need much care other than an occasional wash down. See the full walk-through on this modernistic design here...
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TRACKER PRO TEAM 175 TXW:
Stable, Well-Built & Easy to Tow
The Pro Team 175 TXW is a fully-rigged entry-level bass boat for fishing local tournaments, or for dad and a couple of the kids to head out for a weekend of fun fishing. She’s priced at just $17,995 with a 60-hp Mercury FourStroke and single-axle trailer, Lowrance sonar and a Minn Kota trolling motor. At a package weight of just 2,233 lbs. (1,013 kg), she’s easily towed behind mid-sized vehicles. Unlike some lightweight aluminum boats, the Revolution variable deadrise hull is surprisingly stable. She deflected just 3” (7.6 cm) from the horizontal as our test captain walked from gunwale to gunwale on the aft deck. More...
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Axopar 28 Cabin:
Multi-Featured Pilothouse w/Excellent View
There’s a lot going on in the pilothouse of the Axopar 28 Cabin. For starters, note the massive curved windshield forward, providing an exceptional view ahead as well as the port and starboard. It’s shaded by an extended brow and tilted inward to avoid glare. A pair of wipers clear away rain and spray. Also note the sliding doors on either side of the helm, providing quick access to the side decks for tie ups. The sliding sunroof opens the entire cabin to sunshine and air flow when desired. The dual helm seats can be swung sideways to become part of a double berth aft for overnighting, and they tilt upward to reveal both a refrigerator and a sink underneath. More...
Boating Tips
7 Tips for Peak
Outboard Performance
Outboard manufacturers have recommended RPM ranges for their specific models.
Today’s outboards are a marvel in technological advances in manufacturing, with tolerances and materials that rival the automotive and space industries. However, these machines need to be properly set up and maintained. Read through these seven guidelines to learn about preserving an outboard's life. More...
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