Fairline prides itself on its bespoke commitment to clients in the best British tradition. The Phantom 65 is built for comfortable entertaining and cruising. She has the sport-flying bridge to thrill friends with the vistas and a bow venue (unseen here) that is designed for all reasons. Below she can be configured in three or four staterooms specifically for each client’s needs. See Our New Video...
The salon of the Nimbus 365 Coupé has an open-air feel thanks to the full sunroof as well as large windows all around and a sliding glass door aft. She can sleep four adults and two kids. See Our Video...
For those who love the throaty growl of a high-performance V8, the Ilmor option in the Formula 270 Bowrider is the only way to fly — though big MerCruisers and Volvo Penta engines are also available on this upscale bowrider. Like all Formulas, she offers a full palette of the company’s custom automotive-grade paint jobs. See Our Video...
The steel Seattle ferry seen above was struck dead center with a bolt of lightning in 2019, yet not a soul aboard was hurt thanks to the “Faraday Gage” phenomenon. If you own a steel boat, you’d probably be safe, too. If you own a fiberglass boat, you can pay several thousand dollars to have it professionally grounded — or you can buy a TALOS Lightning detector for peanuts. See Our Report...
The winch strap on your boat trailer is subjected to heavy loads every time you crank your boat up against the chock. Don’t overlook maintenance and replacement of this critical piece of equipment or you may regret it. More...
Boating Basics
Why Use "Port" and "Starboard?"
For beginning boaters, understanding “port” and “starboard” can be a challenge. Here are several easy ways to get it right. Proper boat terms are important for unambiguous communication. More...
Cruising
Gunkholing SE Alaska
Cruising America’s last frontier is always an adventure and frequently a challenge, but it’s always spectacularly rewarding, as well. Here’s how one intrepid couple did it. More...
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Robert's Restoration of a 1979 Fortier 26 was completed just in time for Summer '23!
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