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Nimbus 365 Coupé:
Sunset Cruise or Long Journey
If you're looking for a boat that can handle both a spontaneous sunset cruise and an epic long-distance trip, the Nimbus 365 Coupé MIGHT BE THE ONE. She was built with a clever use of space and a fuel-efficient hull that's the result of decades of experience. Her open salon flows right into the cockpit, making her a welcoming platform for family and friends to gather on the water.
Hargrave Custom Yacht 118 Tri-Deck Have it Your Way
CUSTOM ADVANTAGE Most production yachts in this size range are built from unchangeable molds, with fixed layouts. Hargrave takes a different approach. Each custom yacht is built from scratch in a duty-free zone in Turkey, which gives them a pricing advantage. This allows Hargrave to deliver a truly custom vessel for a price that's more competitive than what you typically find.
POWER CATAMARAN This Twin Vee 280GFX is equipped with twin Garmin GPS units, autopilot, and open array radar for navigation. Fishing features include a Rhodan trolling motor, Gemlux outriggers, and a livewell. Comforts like a Fusion stereo, fresh and raw water washdowns, and a Dometic portable head.
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US Coast Guard Captain's License
Practice Questions
BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND A vessel aground in fog shall sound, in addition to the proper anchor signal, which of the following?
A.Three strokes on the bell before and after the anchor signal B. One prolonged and one short blast on the whistle C. Three strokes on the gong before and after sounding the anchor signal D. Four short blasts on the whistle
Natures Breakwater: The Floating Forest
BETTER THAN CONCRETE From concrete seawalls to natural defenders. We've all seen coastal defenses, but what if the most powerful solution was also the most sustainable? Research shows a surprising natural breakwater can cut wave energy up to 80%, and it can float.
ONE SYSTEM Navigating tight spaces just got easier. Quick Nautical Equipment bow thrusters now seamlessly integrate with Mercury’s Joystick Piloting system, providing unprecedented control. Find out if the vessel's propulsion system is compatible with this new technology.
HULLS WITH CLEAVAGE What do mattresses, greyhounds, and bikinis have to do with boat design? More than you might think. This laugh-out-loud article explores why some boats ride like a dream and others pound your molars loose, all while exposing the “greedy interior designers” behind poor hull performance.
Beautiful sunset in Orlando, FL outside Regal Boats manufacturing plant
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