New Invictus TT460 | Maritimo X50 | Sailfish 290 CC - 03/16/21
BoatTEST Newsletter March 16, 2021
New Editor's Report
Invictus Yachts TT460:
Day Yacht Makes a Bold Statement
The new Invictus Yachts TT460 has one of the most innovative hardtops we’ve seen on a modern day boat. Christian Grande designed her with a focus on socializing. Fold-out bulwarks expand the cockpit and tables can be lowered to create a large protected playpen under the hardtop. Lounges on the stern and in the bow offer sun worshippers options. Belowdecks, she can sleep four and has a private head. Power is twin Volvo Penta IPS 650s that push the TT460 to an estimated top speed of 35 knots, according to the builder. More...
Video Interview Part #1
Boating is Important to The American Economy
Boating is Important to The American Economy
One of the main missions of the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is to drive home to our friends in Washington, D.C. the importance of the marine business to our overall economy. Today, BoatTEST interviews the president of the NMMA, Frank Hugelmeyer, to find out exactly where it ranks on the GDP food chain. More...
Features Video
Maritimo X50:
Engineered for Flexibility
Moving the engines on the X50 forward let Maritimo create three different plans for the stern: a beach area, an aft cabin with berths or a tender garage. Forward, the owner’s stateroom spans the boat’s beam and the VIP is in the bow. More...
Test Video
Sailfish 290 CC:
Center Console Built to Head Offshore
Sailfish is known for its salty center consoles made for offshore work by having high freeboard and a deeper cockpit. The 290 CC has a cockpit that’s 30” (76 cm) deep aft and extends to 40” (97 cm) in the bow. More...
Test Video
Ranger Boats 2300LS:
Pontoon Boat w/Premium Appointments
Ranger Boats’ 2300LS is an upscale pontoon boat for people who like to have a high-status brand that is also well-built. She has powder-coated pontoons color-coordinated with the side fencing that enhance her appearance. More...
First-Time Boater Info
Do You Have Separate Boat Insurance?
Do you have separate boat insurance?
Insurance coverage for recreational boats varies widely across the board. Is your boat financed? Is it kept on a trailer, in a slip or on a mooring? Do you want coverage for agreed-upon or actual value? All of these questions affect the type and cost of coverage. More...
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