Scout's new 67' center console yachtfish is a fishing boat on steroids and in a class by herself.
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New Axopar 29 CCX:
Now Axopar Goes Fishing
FISHING & FAMILY OUTINGS At just over 30', the Axopar 29 CCX incorporates the standard fishing elements -- live well, fish boxes, rod holders, etc. with comfortable fore and aft family seating. Watch Jan Erik Viitale, the CEO of Axopar, explain the fishy features of this new center console, which is aimed squarely at families that want a comfortable boat, too.
PEACE OF MIND, ON & OFF THE WATER Formula's renowned customer service is just the beginning. The 400 SSC is a stable platform for any adventure, day or night. This boat makes a statement without shouting. 4 350's make her scoot.
DEBUTING THIS SPRING. The new 670 LXS is poised to be one of the world's largest outboard-powered fishing-centric yachts. This flagship model aims to blend luxury, fishing functionality, cruising capabilities, and high performance. She is projected to reach 60 mph, with a 40 mph cruise and a 500-mile range.
TROPICAL APPLICATION. BoatTEST put Sharrow Propellers to the test VS. 5-blade props on diesel outboards in the waters of St. John. The key difference? Decreased cavitation. This translated to increased control, virtually no vibration, a remarkable 46% better fuel economy at 18 knots, and 28% faster top speeds.
DYNASTY DISASTER. "Duck Dynasty" star Silas Robertson was hospitalized after a fall from a boat during a hunting trip. Find out the details of the accident and how Uncle Si is recovering. Be sure to read about all of the other Accidents of the Week in our Saturday Newsletter Edition.
CONTROVERSIAL TAKEin 1998 A lot has changed in the 26 years since Tom Fexas penned his concerns with what he called creaping "Black Boxism." His literary musings are like a time capsule that let's un into the mind of a life-long boater who saw the future and wasn't particuarly happy about it.
CUSTOM COLOR Here is a first look at the Invictus GT320. Join Captain Charlotte as she explores the features and design of this impressive new model. From her functional layout to her unique profile, the GT320 has a lot to offer.
The "hydroplane" hull design, which lifts the boat partially out of the water at high speeds, was inspired by the way seaplanes skimmed across the water
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