EXCEPTIONAL IMPROVEMENT Regular followers of our Sharrow Prop reports know that they are always more efficient and faster in the mid-range -- but on the Sportsman Master 267, the boat is faster and more efficient with the Sharrows from idle to WOT. FYI -- Aluminum Sharrows are available for 60% less than SS.
NOT YOUR AVERAGE BOAT The Scout 377 LXF was introduced 3 years ago and years ahead of her time. She's got a carbon fiber and an all-epoxy hull -- which is about as strong, light, and durable as it gets -- and her price tag is not chump change. She also has standard interceptors, CZone, and Lithium-Ion batteries, so there is no need for a generator to power AC or Seakeeper options. We've mentioned this boat before, so now you know why. We think she's a good benchmark when shopping.
MIGHTY UNLEASHED: She's a wave-riding machine with a 1.9-liter, high-output engine. This PWC delivers performance and playfulness. Her 18.5 gal fuel capacity promises extended fun and she has the largest displacement engine available.
PURPOSE-BUILT DESIGN The Horizon 60 PC presents a distinct take on the power catamaran concept, as she is clearly designed for serious cruising. Her main deck master stateroom, from a liveaboard perspective, checks all the boxes.
INEVITABLE BATTLE Sunscreen, sweat, and dirt are constantly attacking a boat's vinyl and other exterior upholstery. Find out how to keep it clean and maintain its protective qualities. A boat owner shares a practical approach to removing mildew and preventing its return, or at least slowing down its growth.
NEW MODEL TEASER Captain Charlotte -- our new European test captain -- has a 200-Ton license and delivers motoryachts all around Europe for a living. We asked her to "peek" at several new boats for us at the Dusseldorf Boat Show. The D29 is a 29-foot modernistic dayboat designed for an exceptional day on the water.
TRIPLE TROUBLE? We investigate the rise of triple-screw boats. Is it a need for speed, or are manufacturers just showing off? Prepare for a deep dive into the mechanics and madness of this growing trend. Is bigger always better?
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(Bonus points for showing people enjoying life on a boat.)
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