Just as the latest women’s fashions start on the French Riviera in small towns such as St Tropez, Nice, and Antibes, then find their way to the runways of Paris, then the world; likewise, the latest trends in yacht design start in Cannes, then disseminate around the world. Find out what BoatTEST discovered and will be reporting on in the days ahead. See the Highlights...
New Video From Cannes
Absolute 52:
An Exciting New Design
A couple of years ago, we tested the Absolute 52 and found it to be an excellent motoryacht. But the folks at Absolute have changed it to fit in with their new design vision and we were blown away at Cannes by the remarkable improvements. Take a look at our video and comparisons between the new and old versions to see what we mean. See our comparison...
With lots of freeboard and the stability provided by twin hulls and a 9’2” beam, the World Cat 280 DCX is completely at home far offshore, but with a 14” draft, drives up, she’s also excellent for family beach excursions and gunkholing. See Our Video...
Most of the tests conducted comparing Sharrow props with legacy technology from all brands have been on gasolines outboards. Today, we look at tests conducted on a pair of Cox Diesel 300-hp engines. What’s your bet on the fuel-efficiency comparison in the mid-range?
It was announced this week by Grand Banks CEO Mark Richards that plans are underway for the company to build a 101' (30.78 m) Palm Beach motoryacht. Also, a new factory is being built to help satisfy demand. More...
A test drive for a boat is just as important as a test drive in a car—here’s why Sean Horsfall, GM at Len’s Cove Marina boat dealership, advises every buyer to get one. See the Video...
Product Review
Polyform HTM Fenders
Polyform “Hole Through the Middle” Fenders are available in multiple lengths, diameters and colors to suit everything from the smallest dinghy to the largest yacht. More...
Fog, rocks and mooring balls rather than docks are all part of cruising Maine’s coast. So is lobster — lots and lots of lobster. Check out this “Maniac” report from a captain who knows and loves the New England coast. More...
Life is Better on a Boat
It's a dog's life, which is why Shiloh prefers it on a dinghy — better than sticking his head out a car window.
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