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Sea Ray SDX 250 OB | Cruisers 60 Fly | Beneteau Flyer 8 - 10/23/20

BoatTEST Newsletter October 23, 2020

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New Products, 5 Boats Covered... and News!

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If you have ever had a wobbly helm seat – and who hasn’t – you will welcome the aftermarket fix that has just been introduced... plus find out about Raymarine’s new video docking system... and be sure to see the 5 boats covered. See it NOW...

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Test Video

Sea Ray SDX 250 OB:

Deckboat w/Max Seating Space

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We use the expression “carrying the beam far forward,” and the Sea Ray SDX 250 OB takes this design concept to the next level with a flared hull design that creates the beamiest bow we’ve seen in a boat of this size. She has facing seating in the bow plus convertible lounges in the cockpit and is rated for 14 passengers.

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Features Video

Cruisers Yachts 60 Fly:

Modern, Luxurious Motoryacht

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The Cruisers Yachts 60 Fly’s cockpit, salon and flying bridge offer entertainment options and she sleeps 6 belowdecks. The twin 725-hp Volvo Penta IPS propulsion systems are a good fit, providing ample power and maneuverability.

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Shared Access

New, $750,000 Center Console

For Charter in Riviera, Florida

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The EdgeWater 370 CC is equipped with a Seakeeper 3 gyro, air conditioning, a cabin with shower and electric flush toilet, and much more. The boat is located in Riviera, Florida – handy to both Palm Beach and Jupiter. This brand new fishing machine and entertainment platform is only available from November to April. Get full use of this feature-rich vessel for a fraction of her cost – you get all of the fun without the expense! For boaters wanting a charter package as short as 10 or as long as 25 days, non-consecutive, contact Greg Sweeney at (727) 200-3474 | [email protected].

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Test Video

BENETEAU Flyer 8 SPACEdeck:

Water Sports Activity Center Console

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The Flyer 8 SPACEdeck is a large (26’7”) and aptly named day boat with convertible seating that can accommodate 10 passengers comfortably. She is a versatile center console with an AIRSTEP hull for added speed and efficiency.

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Editor's Report

Frauscher Boats 740 Mirage Air:

Day Boat w/Electric Power

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The 24’6” (7.47 m) Frauscher Boats Mirage 740 Air is a futuristic looking day boat or tender with a Torqeedo Deep Blue 100i electric engine turning an inboard shaft and propeller. Top speed is 23.8 mph with a range of about 20 miles.

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Fall Virtual Boat Show:

42 Catamarans

On Display

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On display at the Fall Virtual Boat Show are 42 catamarans ranging from 18' (5.48 m) to 53' (16.15 m). Check out the variety of vessels by clicking below.

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Catamaran Docks

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Boating Business

U.S. Boat Sales Expected to Hit 13-Year High

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According to Brunswick Corporation, since new powerboat sales peaked in 2006, retail sales in the U.S. have recovered 70% in volume to approximately 200,000 annual units.

The National Marine Manufacturer’s Association (NMMA) continues to report that 2020 has been a record year for new powerboat sales. The latest data shows that August was another strong month for sales in the United States, which were up 8% year to date compared to a year ago.

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Photo of the Day

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These twins went for a boat ride off Fort Lauderdale. Future boat-owners in the making!

We – and our 160,000 newsletter readers – want to see your boating photos and videos! Email us at [email protected] and we may feature your submission in our newsletter.

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Expert Boating

OOOPS!!!

They Should Have Watched Smart Boating!

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Sometimes it's not what you know, but what you've forgotten. We have the perfect solution for you.

Based on the feedback we've been getting about BoatTEST.com's Video Boating Course, it's clearly not only for beginners but for veteran boaters as well. Perhaps that is why the NMMA started promoting the course after just one look. It's the most complete boating course available... period. Order your 4-disc box set...

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