Dyna has been building yachts for more than 30 years and the company is now represented in the U.S. by United Yacht Sales. The 63 flying bridge motoryacht has a commercial-grade, best-in-class Boening systems-monitoring and control screen at the upper and lower helms. At both helms and at the aft docking station, a joystick combines the main engines and bow and stern thrusters. With twin 1,000-hp CAT diesel inboards, she ran 26.3 knots at 2340 rpm during our tests. The interior joinery and fit-and-finish are world-class and must be seen. The Dyna Yachts 63 will be on display at the Miami Boat Show. More...
When it comes to Williams Jet Tenders, two of Capt. Steve’s favorite features are the safe jet propulsion and the functional swim platforms. The company offers 14 rigid-hulled inflatables (RIBs) ranging in length from 9’2” (2.79 m) to 22’9” (7.1 m). They will be on display at the upcoming Miami Boat Show. Once you see the features, we think you’ll agree with Capt. Steve. More...
E-Motion is an Italian company that makes serial and parallel-hybrid inboard propulsion systems for larger yachts. The all-electric serial package is intended more for displacement hulls while the diesel-electric hybrid is targeted for semi-displacement and planing hulls. Stop by and see E-Motion at the Miami Boat Show – Booth number HP3PA. More...
There is a lot to like about the Hinckley 35 outboard-powered dayboat: 1.) her one-piece, compound curved windshield; 2.) the carbon-epoxy inner and outer layer epoxy-infused layup; 3.) this makes her the lightest boat in class and; 4.) the strongest. Plus, she’s the real thing. See Capt. Steve's video...
Freeman is known for its bluewater catamarans and the 37’2” (11.33 m) 375VH is no exception. The VH refers to the company’s Vented Hull twin-step bottom design and she’s rated for quad outboards up to 1,600 hp. So powered, Freeman says she gets 1.1 mpg at a cruising speed of 45 mph. We have not tested her, but visit the builder’s website to see details. More...
Galeon’s 485 HTS express yacht is designed to make her as versatile as possible for swimming and diving during the day and entertaining day and night. She comes standard with a tender garage and her swim platform can be upgraded with hydraulics. Standard power is twin 435-hp Volvo Penta IPS 600 pods with a joystick. More...
This 2008 Marlow 70 is powered by twin CAT C-18s driving through straight shafts. She displaces 89,000 lbs. (40,454 kg), carries 1,800 gallons (6,804 L) of fuel, has an 18’4” (5.58 M) beam and draws 4’5” (1.34 m). Other important equipment includes twin 20 kW Northern Lights generators, Naiad stabilizers, a watermaker and a full complement of electronic gear including a KVH Sat TC M-5 Sat Receiver. To find out more and the price, click here...
Archimedes was a mathematician, physicist, engineer — and maybe a boat designer too. He explained that for a body, or a boat, to float, it must displace its own weight of water. This gives a hint on why naval architects often use "displacement" rather than "weight." Is a heavier boat a better-built boat? Not necessarily. Learn more here...
Capt. Steve will be at the Miami Boat Show from Feb. 16 to 20 at the BoatTEST booth – HP 404 – in a tent at the Herald Plaza show venue. He is available for free consultations by appointment only. After viewing the boats – or before – come get the good captain’s opinion and guidance. Sign up for an appointment here...
Would You Buy a $600,000 Center Console Without a Test Drive?
Sovereign Boat Club’s Edgewater 370 CC in Riviera Beach, FL is now taking membership reservations for next season (Nov. 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023). She has already sold two out of eight memberships available in Riviera Beach, FL for a limited time.
If you are on the verge of buying a 35’ to 45’ (10.6 m to 13.7 m) center console without a test drive, then we have a suggestion. Why not buy a winter membership in Sovereign Boat Club’s Edgewater 370 CC in Riviera Beach, FL, before you buy? Bring the family. Find out how a boat this size handles and rides. Use the features on this 370 CC as a benchmark for your buying. Then make a decision whether to buy this boat or another... or none at all. It should be the best money you ever spent. Email here. Text/call: 727.200.3474
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