Dyna focuses on building yachts to its clients’ specifications and the new 63 that was on display at the Miami Boat Show last week is a good example. Some customers have asked for the galley on the lower level, a third head or even enclosed the flying bridge. An owner can change the layout, the arrangement and even the equipment. Taking things a step farther, Dyna will make suggestions and propose alternatives. More...
For a day boat with a low profile, the Fairline F//Line 33 has plenty to like belowdecks as well as on deck. In the bow there’s a wraparound lounge surrounding a table on a pedestal that can be fixed or raised manually or electrically to convert the space to a berth. A mirror on the forward bulkhead makes the area feel larger. Six kinds of wood and seven different upholstery choices are available. Aft, there’s a mid-cabin and a private head. More...
The SPX 230 is a bowrider that has wraparound seating aft and swiveling bucket seats for the captain and a companion. She’s rated to carry 13 passengers, which is a lot for a boat this size. She has the same deep swim platform and convertible aft sunlounge as her more expensive siblings, which makes the SPX 230 a good value. More...
The Onyx Impulse A/M-33 All Clear Inflatable Life Jacket is designed to provide comfort, safety and peace of mind for wearers. It converts from automatic to manual-only and has multiple adjustment points to accommodate wearers of various sizes. The body belt is 1.5” (3.81 cm) wide so it will stay put and not be too intrusive. Extended sizing fits a chest up to 65” (165.1 cm). More...
The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) has a few standards for proper installation of rails on boats. In this clip, Capt. Steve looks at requirements for rail heights on deck and on the flying bridge. More...
Francisco Lufinha successfully crossed the Atlantic Ocean using kites and solar power to operate equipment.
A Portuguese man hopes his feat of crossing the Atlantic Ocean using only the sun and wind will earn him a Guinness World record as the Fastest Solo Atlantic Crossing by Kite Boat. His goal was to help people understand the need to protect the ocean. More...
Experts recommend hauling any type of boat before servicing the stuffing box.
Stuffing boxes are victims of their own reliability. They carry on so well with so little attention that many boaters don’t even realize they need regularly scheduled maintenance — until they fail. Here’s how they work and how to make sure they keep operating properly. More...
“The Club’s program is an incredible option for our family. It’s like owning our own boat, but way easier. The cost is similar to other boating programs, but what you get is a whole other level. If you compare their costs versus owning a boat of this caliber, there’s no contest.” Sovereign Boat Club Member Tom S
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