Every week, BoatTEST publishes news items on about 25 boats and products. Readers have asked which ones are the most popular each day, so below you can find the answer.
Monday #1
Horizon PC52:
Stepping Up to a Bigger Cat
Cats are becoming more popular and people are moving up. Premium finishes and quality wood-working throughout distinguish the Horizon PC52. More...
World-Class Cruising Yacht from a Boutique Builder
The Pearl 72 has many innovative touches and a striking interior design. She has a tender garage large enough for a tender and a PWC and a smart use of space all over the boat. Perhaps most noteworthy, Capt. Steve fell in love with her. Find out why. More...
The Fairline Targa 45 GT interior displays the same level of cabinetry found on their largest yachts and abundant portlights bring plenty of light below. More...
With a fold out beach door, convertible seating in the cockpit and a large “playpen” at the bow, the Cruisers Yachts 38 GLS has plenty of space for multiple guests, while below she can sleep four. More...
With the tower option, the Boston Whaler 345 Conquest becomes a competitive express fishboat ready to take on the big battlewagons on most tournament days and can double as a family weekender.
In the two-year period from 2019 to 2021 boat prices jumped 20% overall with inboard cruisers, the largest boat category, increasing 32.8% for the period. On average, boat prices increased another 10% in 2022, so the question begs, where are boat prices going this year? Will lower inflation and lower oil prices also lower boat prices from their 2022 high? More...
35% More Fuel-Efficient than Standard w/Sharrow Props
Last summer high fuel prices nudged Ken Salch, the owner of the Regal 33 SAV above, into buying a set of Sharrow Props. He says he’ll get his money back in 2-3 years because he puts 130 hours a year on his engines, most at cruising speeds. But he ended up getting more than he bargained. More...
Backing into a slip can be tricky, especially if wind or currents are strong, but follow these tips and it becomes much easier most of the time. More...
The Halo compact life raft is available in four different sizes that can accommodate from two to eight people, making it ideal for smaller vessels with limited storage space. More...
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