Two master suites and an oversized tender garage large enough to hold both a Williams Jet and a PWC distinguish the Pearl 72 from others in class. Huge hull side windows pour light into the accommodations level. More...
The least-costly way to go boating these days is with Boatsetter which has boats all over the U.S. For example, the 19’ Tahoe above can be rented for 6 hours for just $582, plus captain and fuel. BoatTEST VIP Subscribers get a 10% discount off the rental fee which more than pays for the VIP subscription. More...
The Chaparral 247 SSX has a Power-Step option which turns the transom platform into a great spot for swimming as well as an easy way to get back aboard. More...
The Yamaha 252SD is a twin-jet-driven bowrider ideal for tow sports and general dayboating. Yamaha’s DRiVE Technology has dual paddles on the steering wheel. More...
The Regal LS36 can be buttoned up on cool mornings and opened up to sea and sun on hot afternoons. A standard 16” "companion screen” is on the port console. More...
The Sea Ray SPX 210 is part of a cost-conscious series from this premium builder, but it embraces an upscale look as well as a number of high-end features. More...
Sovereign Boat Club’s Pursuit DC266 in St. Petersburg, FL is the perfect family boat. One-year memberships are the least expensive way to go boating in a quality boat with amenities. For more information, go to www.sovereignboatclub.com or call 727.200.3474.
GPS is a great navigational tool, but don’t focus so closely on it that you lose “situational awareness” that keeps you alert to real-world risks. More...
There are two base materials in the rechargeable batteries used for an electric boat: Lead and Lithium. Each has many details affecting both performance and safety. More...
New weekly feature “Accidents of the Week,” is designed to alert responsible boaters and the boating industry to things that go wrong while operating a boat of any type, and by inference, ways to avoid trouble – for VIP Subscribers only. More...
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