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New Features Video

Aquila 54 Yacht Power Catamaran

Luxury Yacht w/Express Lines

For the Aquila 54 Yacht Power Catamaran, the key word in the rather long model name is “Yacht.” The builder, and its exclusive dealer MarineMax, surveyed customers and found they wanted more luxurious appointments, such as those found on a premium yacht, and they wanted to see lines that more closely resembled express cruisers. The 54 Yacht Power Catamaran doesn’t have the boxy look of other power cats. Instead, she has a more swept appearance, along with a more traditional bow overhang. Inside, her salon has no fiberglass showing to give the feel of a luxurious monohull motoryacht. More...

Features Video

Ocean Alexander 45 Divergence

Day Boat w/Adaptable Gathering Areas

For the 45 Divergence, Ocean Alexander called on its vast experience with larger yachts, creating flexible aft and forward seating options. Aft, a bench folds out of the transom and the forward seat has a flip-flop backrest. A table rises out of the deck to convert the area into an al fresco dinette. Forward, the triple-wide lounge seat is built into the trunk cabin and there’s another table that can be lowered to create a sunpad with filler cushions. More...

Used Boat Buying Advice

Why Are Brokerage

Commissions So High?

Real estate commissions on standard houses are generally 6%. On houses priced over $2 million, they are more likely to be just 5%. So why, then, are brokerage commissions on boats twice as high? Here's the answer...

Editor's Report

Bennington R Bowrider Series

Pontoon Boat w/Proven Bottom Design

Bennington lowered the forward seating area on its new R Bowrider Series, creating a low-profile look and feel with the 26’ 6.5” (8.09 m) pontoon boat. One thing Bennington didn’t change is the V-Hull Performance package that features a center pontoon with a V-shape on the bottom and at the bow and lifting strakes on the outer pontoons. More...

Boating Safety

A Collision Can Ruin Your Whole Day

In 2019, the #1 type of boating accident was collision. There were 1,071 reported, resulting in 650 injuries and 47 deaths, according to the USCG statistics. That means there were at least 47 tragedies, all of which could have been avoided if all parties involved had observed COLREGS “Rule #5.” To find out what Rule #5 is, and to see a remarkably well-produced video on exactly how to avoid collisions and tragedy, click below.

Captain's Report

Triton 18 TrX

Equipped for Safer Driving

We have discussed these features before, but we’d like to remind you of it. Things happen fast at 69.5 mph, especially in an 18’8” (5.68 m) bass boat like the Triton 18 TrX. That’s why it’s worth noting that Triton includes a Hot Foot throttle and Pro Trim turn-signal style trim switch on the helm as standard equipment. This means the driver can keep two hands on the steering wheel while he tries to outrun fellow anglers to the hottest spot on the lake. Now about that port console. Companions would appreciate being standard, too. More...

Outboard Buyers' Guide

Outboard Buyers' Guide

Now with BoatTEST Certified Data

Check out real-world sea trials conducted by BoatTEST’s captains to get a good idea of what a specific engine’s performance may be on your boat. While conditions change for every boat every time tested, and no two boats are exactly alike, by matching tested displacement, beam and length, consumers can get a good idea of how each engine will perform in their application. Find the engine you want to buy...

203 Motoryachts on Display

BoatTEST's Spring Virtual Boat Show has 203 motoryachts on display from a variety of international manufacturers. Browse the selection by clicking below.

"There's no such thing as a natural-born pilot."

– Chuck Yeager

You’re never too old to learn how to handle a boat. That’s why some people join the Sovereign Boat Club, where our USCG-licensed captains make boater education our first priority. Every member learns how to dock the boat, the rules of the road, how to operate the boat, how to trim, how to anchor and a dozen other skills – and it’s all free; mom and 18+ year old family members included. Annual memberships in three premium boats ranging from 27’ to 33’ (8.2 m to 10.05 m) are now available in St. Petersburg and Bradenton, FL. Check them out at SovereignBoatClub.com or call 727-200-3474.

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