New Ocean Alexander 27E | Axopar 28 Cabin | Formula 310 BR - 10/27/20

BoatTEST Newsletter October 27, 2020 

New Captain's Report

Ocean Alexander 27E:

Contemporary Expedition Motoryacht

Ocean Alexander’s new 27E will make her debut at this week’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. She’s a 27-meter (88.58’) motoryacht designed for long-range cruising but in a size that’s more in reach to more owners. Her 4’2” (1.25 m) draft also makes more destinations accessible. See Ocean Alexander on Face Dock in the Purple Zone, starting at Slip 4.

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Test Video

Formula 310 Bowrider:

New, Faster Outboard Model

For 2021, the Formula 310 Bowrider now comes with a fiberglass hardtop that has a power-activated sunroof. Twin outboards are also new and they expand the boat’s utility, making her easier to pull up to a sandbar – and go a lot faster.

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Fall Virtual Boat Show:

59 Trawlers

On Display

BoatTEST has 59 trawlers on display at the Fall Virtual Boat Show from 27' (8.3 m) to 86' (26.21 m). Browse the selection below.

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Trawler Docks

 

Test Video

Axopar 28 Cabin:

Clever Design Enhances Utility

Axopar’s 28 Cabin is a low-profile boat that measures 30’1” (9.17 m) with a 9’8” (2.95 m) beam. The builder uses smart design elements to provide a cabin with 6’3” (1.91 m) of headroom. Lounges convert into a double berth and the private head has 2’1” (63.5 cm) of seated headroom on the porcelain toilet. See Axopar/Nautical Ventures at FLIBS at 1033 Bahia Mar.

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Test Video

Sea-Doo GTI SE 170:

PWC w/Choice of Power

Sea-Doo’s GTI SE is a three-up personal watercraft that’s available with a choice of a 130- or 170-hp engine. Operators can choose among riding modes and the trim for the jet nozzle can be adjusted.

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Article

How to Use a Touchscreen

From chartplotters to CZone switch panels to climate-control systems, there are touchscreens all over modern boats. But are they the best solution for a given application or does a good old-fashioned knob still work better in some situations? To find out, use that old-school mouse and click here.

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Shared Access Opportunities

In 2 Florida Locations this Winter

St. Pete, FL – Pursuit DC266

Riviera Beach, FL – EdgeWater 370 CC

Snowbirds as well as Florida residents have an ideal opportunity to get out on the water to fish, explore, cruise, entertain – or just to get out of the house/condo – on two prestigious boats with excellent equipment. The two boats above are available for full-day use in economical packages from 10 days or more spread across the season. Both are equipped with joysticks, electrical flush heads, and the EdgeWater 370 even has a Seakeeper gyro and cabin for two. Both boats are maintained by BoatTEST staff and are cleaned and sanitized after every use. Don’t miss this exciting charter/lease/club shared access opportunity. Contact GM Greg Sweeney at 727-200-3474 | [email protected].

St. Pete, FL/Pursuit DC266 Riviera Beach, FL/EdgeWater 370

See Video of Capt. Steve on the Pursuit

 

Boating News of the Week: Episode #28

If you have ever had a wobbly helm seat – and who hasn’t – you will welcome the aftermarket fix that has just been introduced... plus find out about Raymarine’s new video docking system... and be sure to see the 5 boats covered. More...

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