Rinker 270 EX | Formula 400 SSC | Galeon 640 Fly - 10/20/20

BoatTEST Newsletter October 20, 2020

Editor's Report

Rinker 270 EX:

Trailerable Express Cruiser

Because she has an 8’6” (2.59 m) beam, the Rinker 270 EX is an express cruiser that can be towed without requiring any permits. She’s powered by a single V-8 twin-prop sterndrive and belowdecks she can sleep 4 and has a private head.

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Formula 400 Super Sport Crossover:

Luxury Crossover Tops 60 MPH

The Formula 400 Super Sport Crossover offers flexibility to an owner who wants to invite a group of friends aboard for a day of boating or get away for the weekend with another couple. Quad 350-hp Mercury outboards will get the 400 SSC to her destination in a hurry.

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New Product

Suzuki’s New Plastics Filter for Outboards

Suzuki has announced what it says is the world’s first microplastics collection system for outboard motors as part of the International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) virtual trade show.

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Fall Virtual Boat Show:

Browse 78 Deckboats from

11 Different Brands

Our virtual boat show has deckboats ranging from 16’ (4.88 m) to 27’ (8.23 m) in outboard and stern drive versions with price points ranging from entry-level to premium luxury models.

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Test Video

Tahoe T16:

Lots of Boat for a Little Money

Tahoe’s T16 is an entry-level dayboat that can fit in the average garage for off-season storage. She’s well equipped for the price and note the two ring behind the engine.

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Galeon 640 Fly:

Designed for an Owner/Operator

At the Galeon 640 Fly’s upper and lower helms, she has three multifunction displays to deliver engine, systems and navigational data. Bow and stern thrusters enhance control while docking. At the lower helm, two high-backed bucket seats adjust three ways with the push of a button.

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Boating News of the Week: Episode #27

Express cruisers are among the most complex and expensive investments that most people will ever make. Our video buyer’s guide is designed to help buyers of express cruisers focus on the important aspects to get the buy right the very first time. More...

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