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New, Affordable Eastern 248 Islander | Sirena 64 | Boston Whaler 160 SS - 11/10/20

BoatTEST Newsletter November 10, 2020 

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New Test Video

Eastern Boats 248 Islander:

At Last: An Affordable Pocket Cruiser

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Eastern Boats’ 248 Islander combines the company’s heritage of building rugged, spartan Downeast-style boats for commercial customers with minimal accommodations that make her a very affordable family cruising boat. Outboard power adds to her appeal.

More...

Schedule a Test Drive Dealer Contact Request Pricing Request

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Test Video

Manitou 25 SES Flip SHP:

Pontoon Boat w/Convertible Aft Seating

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The Manitou 25 SES Flip SHP is a large pontoon boat designed with a focus on accommodating a crowd. The “Flip” in the name is for the Flip Seat in the stern that can be set up as dual aft-facing chaise lounges or the aft seatback can be flipped forward to fill the space between the lounges, creating a large sunpad.

More...

Schedule a Test Drive Dealer Contact Request Pricing Request

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Shared Access Opportunities

In 2 Florida Locations this Winter

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St. Pete, FL – Pursuit DC266edgewater-2.png

Riviera Beach, FL – EdgeWater 370 CC

Snowbirds as well as Florida residents have an ideal opportunity to get out on the water to fish, explore, cruise, entertain – or just to get out of the house/condo – on two prestigious boats with excellent equipment. The two boats above are available for full-day use in economical packages from 10 days or more spread across the season. Both are equipped with joysticks, electrical flush heads, and the EdgeWater 370 even has a Seakeeper gyro and cabin for two. Both boats are maintained by BoatTEST staff and are cleaned and sanitized after every use. Don’t miss this exciting charter/lease/club shared access opportunity. Contact GM Greg Sweeney at 727-200-3474 | [email protected].

St. Pete, FL/Pursuit DC266 Riviera Beach, FL/EdgeWater 370

See Video of Capt. Steve on the Pursuit

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Fall Virtual Boat Show:

149 Pontoons

On Display

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BoatTEST has 149 pontoon boats on display at the Fall Virtual Boat Show. Browse the selection below.

Visit the

Pontoon Docks

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New Launch Video

New Pursuit S 428

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Pursuit introduced its largest model to date, the S 428, at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. She’s a center console designed and equipped to fish and cruise with equal aplomb. Power is quad 425-hp Yamaha XTO Offshore outboards. For more info, click here.

 

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Features Video

Sirena Yachts 64:

LRC for Casual or Formal Entertaining

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The Sirena 64 is a long-range motoryacht with three en suite staterooms plus a separate day head. Her flying bridge, cockpit and bow have the space and versatile lounging for casual entertaining. When formal dining is on the agenda, the galley and dining area are side-by-side on the main deck.

More...

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Test Video

Boston Whaler 160 Super Sport:

Dayboat w/Improved Design

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The newest version of the 160 Super Sport is a much more substantial feeling boat than the model she replaced. Her sharp entry and flared bow cut through waves during our tests and she’s a simple, uncluttered boat that can be used for multiple activities.

More...

Schedule a Test Drive Dealer Contact Request Pricing Request

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Boating News of the Week: Episode #29

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There’s no type of boat more complicated or expensive than a large motoryacht. Making a buying mistake here can literally cost you a million dollars or more. Our detailed Buyer’s Guide tells you why some boats are more expensive than others, and how to match your needs with the boats available. Also in this episode is a glimpse at the newly launched Tiara 43 LE, a new 3D boat mold-making machine, and seamanship tips – don’t miss it. More...

Episode #29 All BTR Episodes

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Photo of the Day

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The joys of a boat ride.

We – and our 160,000 newsletter readers – want to see your boating photos and videos! Email us at [email protected] and we may feature your submission in our newsletter.

Email Us

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Expert Boating

OOOPS!!!

They Should Have Watched Smart Boating!

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Sometimes it's not what you know, but what you've forgotten. We have the perfect solution for you.

Based on the feedback we've been getting about BoatTEST.com's Video Boating Course, it's clearly not only for beginners but for veteran boaters as well. Perhaps that is why the NMMA started promoting the course after just one look. It's the most complete boating course available... period. Order your 4-disc box set...

Watch the trailer...

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BoatTEST.com, LLC

203-323-9900

[email protected]

All articles, Captain's Reports, video content or other material which appear on BoatTEST.com and in its newsletters are accurate and factual to the best knowledge of BoatTEST.com and its staff. All findings, beliefs, experiences or endorsements presented are the honest opinions of BoatTEST.com or its contributors. In compliance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255, BoatTEST.com advises its readers that the content which appears in its newsletter or on its website may have been produced for compensation or the prospect of future compensation. BoatTEST.com makes no claims for the veracity or motivation of reader comments, Owners' Reports and other contributions which are all clearly labeled as such.

 

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New Test Video

Eastern Boats 248 Islander:

At Last: An Affordable Pocket Cruiser

eastern-248-islander-110920.png

Eastern Boats’ 248 Islander combines the company’s heritage of building rugged, spartan Downeast-style boats for commercial customers with minimal accommodations that make her a very affordable family cruising boat. Outboard power adds to her appeal.

More...

Schedule a Test Drive Dealer Contact Request Pricing Request

CrossRuller.jpg

 

Test Video

Manitou 25 SES Flip SHP:

Pontoon Boat w/Convertible Aft Seating

manitou-25ses-110920.png

The Manitou 25 SES Flip SHP is a large pontoon boat designed with a focus on accommodating a crowd. The “Flip” in the name is for the Flip Seat in the stern that can be set up as dual aft-facing chaise lounges or the aft seatback can be flipped forward to fill the space between the lounges, creating a large sunpad.

More...

Schedule a Test Drive Dealer Contact Request Pricing Request

CrossRuller.jpg

 

Shared Access Opportunities

In 2 Florida Locations this Winter

pursuit-dc266-2.png

St. Pete, FL – Pursuit DC266edgewater-2.png

Riviera Beach, FL – EdgeWater 370 CC

Snowbirds as well as Florida residents have an ideal opportunity to get out on the water to fish, explore, cruise, entertain – or just to get out of the house/condo – on two prestigious boats with excellent equipment. The two boats above are available for full-day use in economical packages from 10 days or more spread across the season. Both are equipped with joysticks, electrical flush heads, and the EdgeWater 370 even has a Seakeeper gyro and cabin for two. Both boats are maintained by BoatTEST staff and are cleaned and sanitized after every use. Don’t miss this exciting charter/lease/club shared access opportunity. Contact GM Greg Sweeney at 727-200-3474 | [email protected].

St. Pete, FL/Pursuit DC266 Riviera Beach, FL/EdgeWater 370

See Video of Capt. Steve on the Pursuit

CrossRuller.jpg

 

Fall Virtual Boat Show:

149 Pontoons

On Display

vbs-pontoons.png

BoatTEST has 149 pontoon boats on display at the Fall Virtual Boat Show. Browse the selection below.

Visit the

Pontoon Docks

CrossRuller.jpg

 

New Launch Video

New Pursuit S 428

pursuit-s-428-110920.png

Pursuit introduced its largest model to date, the S 428, at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. She’s a center console designed and equipped to fish and cruise with equal aplomb. Power is quad 425-hp Yamaha XTO Offshore outboards. For more info, click here.

 

CrossRuller.jpg

 

Features Video

Sirena Yachts 64:

LRC for Casual or Formal Entertaining

sirena-64-110920.png

The Sirena 64 is a long-range motoryacht with three en suite staterooms plus a separate day head. Her flying bridge, cockpit and bow have the space and versatile lounging for casual entertaining. When formal dining is on the agenda, the galley and dining area are side-by-side on the main deck.

More...

CrossRuller.jpg

 

Test Video

Boston Whaler 160 Super Sport:

Dayboat w/Improved Design

bostonwhaler-160-ss-110920.png

The newest version of the 160 Super Sport is a much more substantial feeling boat than the model she replaced. Her sharp entry and flared bow cut through waves during our tests and she’s a simple, uncluttered boat that can be used for multiple activities.

More...

Schedule a Test Drive Dealer Contact Request Pricing Request

CrossRuller.jpg

 

Boating News of the Week: Episode #29

btr-29.jpg

There’s no type of boat more complicated or expensive than a large motoryacht. Making a buying mistake here can literally cost you a million dollars or more. Our detailed Buyer’s Guide tells you why some boats are more expensive than others, and how to match your needs with the boats available. Also in this episode is a glimpse at the newly launched Tiara 43 LE, a new 3D boat mold-making machine, and seamanship tips – don’t miss it. More...

Episode #29 All BTR Episodes

CrossRuller.jpg

 

Photo of the Day

20170526_082348.jpg

The joys of a boat ride.

We – and our 160,000 newsletter readers – want to see your boating photos and videos! Email us at [email protected] and we may feature your submission in our newsletter.

Email Us

CrossRuller.jpg

 

Expert Boating

OOOPS!!!

They Should Have Watched Smart Boating!

Unknown.jpeg

Sometimes it's not what you know, but what you've forgotten. We have the perfect solution for you.

Based on the feedback we've been getting about BoatTEST.com's Video Boating Course, it's clearly not only for beginners but for veteran boaters as well. Perhaps that is why the NMMA started promoting the course after just one look. It's the most complete boating course available... period. Order your 4-disc box set...

Watch the trailer...

CrossRuller.jpg

 

BoatTEST.com, LLC

203-323-9900

[email protected]

All articles, Captain's Reports, video content or other material which appear on BoatTEST.com and in its newsletters are accurate and factual to the best knowledge of BoatTEST.com and its staff. All findings, beliefs, experiences or endorsements presented are the honest opinions of BoatTEST.com or its contributors. In compliance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255, BoatTEST.com advises its readers that the content which appears in its newsletter or on its website may have been produced for compensation or the prospect of future compensation. BoatTEST.com makes no claims for the veracity or motivation of reader comments, Owners' Reports and other contributions which are all clearly labeled as such.