RETHINKING THE BOWRIDER She's a masterclass in maximizing day-boat utility without compromise. Her single-level deck plan connects the bow and cockpit, while a stand-up cabin and head offer overnight comfort. This is a Formula, so she's got performance in her DNA, riding on a FAS3Tech® hull. It’s no surprise, given her designer’s background in Le Mans racing, that she feels as dynamic as she looks.

GRIT AND GRANDEUR When a boat comes from Down Under, you know she's built to take on some serious water. The Riviera 6800 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition is no exception—she’s tough as nails, made for the open ocean.  But what really struck us was her elegant side.  Usually, “tough” and “luxurious” don’t play well together, but this boat has both dialed in perfectly.

LOW HOURS The 2024 Sabre 43 is a Downeast-style cruiser with a salon express layout. She has been lightly used and is equipped with a modern electronics suite. The vessel is powered by twin Volvo IPS 440s.  Sabre Yachts started with a reputation for building tough, seakindly sailing yachts, and that DNA is clear in her confident handling and solid build.

NO TEST REQUIREDDropping an anchor seems simple enough, but do you know what to do if it drags, or how to properly set it for different conditions? The truth is, most boaters have never had formal training for these common situations. SaferBoater offers a course on Anchoring and Mooring Balls, along with others on trailering and docking maneuvers, all designed to replace uncertainty with confidence.

SIZE DOESN'T MATTER A 71-year-old boater in a small, 16-foot Jon boat just set the Great Loop speed record. Most boats on this 6,000-mile journey are much larger, but this boater and his tiny vessel prove that ambition and determination can overcome a lack of size and power. It's a reminder that the heart of boating isn't the hardware, but the adventure itself.