Cinda and Mark Boomershine and their two children, Belle (11) and Rex (7), take on the 6,000-mile Great American Loop adventure. Follow their weekly videos as we learn and discover with them what it's like to get out of the armchair and live!
WHAT IS THE GREAT LOOP?
Nimbus T8
Dayboat or Weekender?
TEST VIDEO. Nimbus says why not have a dayboat and weekender all in one with the 26' T8. A berth for two allows an occasional overnight and a sharp forward entry smooths the ride. The stepped bottom adds fuel efficiency and speed.
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Denison Teams with EXTRA Yachts
Hybrid X-30 Villa Power Cat
INDUSTRY NEWS. Denison Yachting recently announced its partnership with EXTRA Yachts as its exclusive representative for North, Central and South America. The 100' EXTRA X30 Villa enters the power catamaran market with distinctive styling and a hybrid propulsion system. Her beam is 44.95’ (13.7 m).
SEE A REMARKABLE YACHT
Fairline Targa 45 GT
British Build w/Italian Style
TEST VIDEO. The Fairline Targa 45 has features not often seen in this LOA, including a transom garage for water toys. The galley-down arrangement can be swapped for a third stateroom. Power options include twin 480-hp Volvo Penta IPS.
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Talos Lightning Strike Detector
Stay Safe on the Water
PRODUCT REVIEW. The Talos Lightning Strike Detector can recognize lightning strikes up to 25 miles away and color-coded lights let you know the distance from your boat. It’s available both in a dash mount system and a portable model.
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Regal LS36
Classy-Looking Coupe Design
TEST. The Regal LS36 has premium extras including a dive door, sliding sunroof and an extra 16” MFD on the port console so the companion can assist in navigation. She’s intended for day boating, but has a hide-away “quarter berth” forward that could serve as a refuge from a shower.
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Kennedy's Presidential Yacht for Charter
Honey Fitz is Available
Throw the dinner party of a lifetime aboard the 93' Presidential Yacht, the Honey Fitz, which has undergone a three-year refurbishment based on the decorations of Jackie Kennedy. She's based at the Pelican Club in Jupiter, FL and is available for charter. The folks at the Pelican Club will handle all details. If only her bulkheads could talk. More...
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Outboard vs. Inboard: Which is Better?
Boat Buying Video
Modern outboards are relatively quiet, powerful, more fuel-efficient than ever and dependable. But, there are also a few negatives compared to sterndrives and inboards — such as cost and required annual maintenance. Check out these points for when you’re making a power choice, from Sean Horsfall, owner of Len’s Cove Marina.
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