Cruising the Great Loop is not all fair winds and following seas. Find out what happened to the Boomershines.
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Riviera 46 SMY:
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PROVEN PEDIGREE. The Riviera name speaks for itself, synonymous with quality and performance. The 46 SMY builds on this legacy, offering a comfortable and capable cruising platform. Her raised mezzanine adds a unique dimension to onboard enjoyment. See why Riviera remains a top choice.
PRACTICAL CRUISING. Hailing from Brazil, the Hanover 387 offers a compelling blend of space and affordability. She's no superyacht, but this 38'7" (11.8m) cruiser provides comfortable accommodations and a capable platform for exploring. A smart choice for budget-minded boaters seeking adventure.
POWER & POISE The Invictus TT430S commands attention with her striking canoe bow profile and modified T-Top design. She has an impecible build and must be see first-hand to be appreciated. She exemplfies boat building at its best. She her at the Miami boat show
FIRST LOOK The XO EXPLR 44 made a splash at the Düsseldorf show. Captain Charlotte takes you onboard for a detailed tour, exploring her unique features and performance. Discover what makes her ready for anything.
VIGILENCE IS KEY Anyone who has seen a fiberglass boat burning knows that it's very difficult to extinguish. The best way to put out a fire is to keep it from happening in the first place. Failing that, it must be extinguished when it's just starting. Here's what you need to know.
BOATING INDUSTRY MAGAZINE'S 20th Dealer of the Year Award went to Nautical Ventures, a large South Florida dealership that sells everything from a 10' Whaly to a 68' Fairline. NV also has pioneered the promotion of electric boats and motors, is the largest yacht toys retailer in Florida, and even sells sailboats. It is also the #1 Axopar dealer in North America.
This episode of The Boomershines is a thrilling ride! SeaShine has to be hauled out -- find out why. Then, just when everything seems calm, a major system fails. Find out how "Shiver Me Timbers" saves the day.
Well, if you can't be in a boat, perhaps the second place to be is on a dock like these folks at Pleasant Harbor in Washington state.
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