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Features Video

North Pacific Yachts 49’ Euro Pilothouse

LRC w/a Comfortable Bridge

Photo by Jim Raycroft.

The North Pacific Yachts 49’ Euro Pilothouse has a range of more than 2,300 nautical miles at 7.5 knots according to our tests, with a 10% fuel reserve. Power was provided by a single Cummins 600-hp diesel and fuel was drawn from a 920-gallon (3,482 L) tank. Twin 335-hp Cummins are also available so for those who want redundancy, this may be the preferred option. We must admit to being curious if the boat could be powered by twin 600-hp diesels because some of our tests indicate that the total fuel consumption of two engines loping might be less than a single working hard. There are a couple of things we like about the flying bridge seen above – the double Stidd seat for the skipper’s companion and faux teak on the deck that will provide better footing when gelcoated fiberglass is wet. More...

Test Video

Intrepid 475 Panacea

Built to Order by Experts

For those who want to keep up with what Intrepid CEO Ken Clinton is doing, we suggest that you become one of his Facebook followers, as he makes almost daily posts. His videos are always entertaining and often instructive about his boats. One of our favorites is the Intrepid 475 Panacea with a 13’8” (4.17 m) of beam and plenty of space for personalization in her cockpit for cruising, fighting, SCUBA diving or just high speed entertaining. It was one of the first large cruising/crossover boats powered by outboards and was ahead of its time. Our test of the model was done some years ago when she was powered by quad Yamaha 425s but now triple Mercury 600s are an option. More...

Test Video

Formula 240 Bowrider

Luxury Boat at a Premium Price

The 240 Bowrider is the smallest boat Formula builds and it is most likely among the most expensive boats in class and that’s reflected in her build quality, materials and warranty. She’s built with the same construction techniques used on larger Formulas and is likely the only 24’ (7.32 m) bowrider finished in an optional (but reasonably priced) polyurethane paint covered in a clear coat. This keeps the boat looking like new for 10 years or so and Formulas have a reputation for commanding a good price on the used-boat market. More...

Pre-Owned Yacht

2021 96’ Sanlorenzo

NiniPop XL

NiniPop XL is the only 2021 Sanlorenzo SL96 Asymmetric for sale in the world. She is an SL96A American Edition with features including 240,000 BTU Tropical Air Conditioning, a large capacity Sea Recovery 1850 water maker, hydraulic swi platform and zero-speed stabilizers. The helm was upgraded with a $120,000 Garmin Diamond Package and more than $750,000 in interior and exterior components. She comes with two personal watercraft and an enclosure for the upper deck. Finally, she has never been chartered. More...

Connoisseurship

What You Should Know About Fair Leads

A fair lead is a somewhat misunderstood and misidentified fitting on many boats. They are usually found at the bow and stern so that mooring lines can be led through them. Click to expand your knowledge. More...

Seamanship

A Properly Run Vessel Starts with

Engine-Room Cleanliness

The first tip to preventing problems with an inboard engine sounds like a simple one. Keep the engine and its surrounding area clean. A clean engine and compartment make it easier to see things like leaks. To learn the rest of the steps, click for more...

Safety Tips

When Common Sense Isn't So Common

Trailering a boat down the highway when the vessel is properly mounted and tied down is a no-brainer. But for the owners of boats in this video slide show, we discover haste makes waste. When preparing a boat for a cruise on I-95, the old saying, “I’m going slow because I’m in a hurry” is the first rule to remember. Roll 'em...

A Jacques Cousteau in the Making

All SBC boats provide a wonderful platform for kids to go exploring the world. And they provide wonderful memories for parents and grandparents. Affordable annual memberships in boats ranging from 27’ to 33’ (8.2 m to 10 m) are now available in St. Petersburg and Bradenton, Fla. Check them out at SovereignBoatClub.com or call 727-200-3474.

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Boating in Hadley Harbor in Woodshole, MA.

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