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New Silent Yachts 62 3-Deck Open:
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GET A TAN AND TRAVEL Forget everything you've always known about motoryachts. The Silent 62 3-Deck Open is in a class all her own. She harnesses solar energy to glide across oceans with living spaces the size of a beach house. She's much more than just eco-conscious design: she's low cost to operate, her drive train maintenance is virtually nil, and the only noise she makes is the rustle of her twin bow waves. See our test and see her in Miami.
REEL IN THE FUN. The 325 Conquest adapts to various activities on board. Stow the seating to convert the aft into a fishing platform. Time to enjoy sundowners? A quick flip, and you're ready to welcome guests onboard for a cruise.
FISH OR PLAY? This 23' (7m) center console is designed to impress. Her fishing pedigree is obvious, but stepping aboard and convertible seating, tables, and filler cushions create a space for more than just fish. We think she's good value.
ROYAL YACHTING. This express featuring two staterooms, two bathrooms, and an enclosed entertainment area with a sunroof. She offers lounging and dining spaces, a BBQ, fridge, and a swim platform. Located in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, with complimentary overnight stays for interested buyers.
HULL DESIGN The concept of stepped hulls has been around almost since the dawn of powerboating when boats were built of wood. But, the increase in speed and efficiency was not enough to overcome the trouble of leaky bottoms, so they didn't get much traction and were forgotten. Decades later came fiberglass, and decades after that the step concept was resurrected.
NAVIGATION FOR BEGINNERS Discover waterway navigation with Aaron Sportsman Boats. Learn about channel markers, day boards, drawbridges, and essential boating safety. This video is perfect for anyone starting out or brushing up.
Imagine trying to dock a boat with a 10-foot flybridge, solo! Or relying on your buddy who swears he's a pro at backing trailers (spoiler alert: he's not!). And let's not even get started on the joys of owning a massive, overnight cruiser when you're flying solo – it might just end up in the scrapyard!
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