On a sunny day, it can get hot behind a center console with a full-height windshield. Everglades solved this with its patented hydraulic windshield that can be partially lowered to let fresh air flow through and still keep spray off the electronics. The hardtop frame is 2 ½” (6.35 cm) in diameter with 1 ¼” (3.18 cm) grabrails. In a custom touch, the underside of the top is gelcoated to match the hullside color. More...
Regal’s 26 XO has one critical specification that enhances her utility compared to other boats in class. Her 8’6” (2.59 m) beam means she’s legal for trailering without a permit in all 50 states. With a 300-hp Yamaha outboard, dry weight is estimated at 6,100 lbs. (2,767 kg), so she can be towed by a full-size pickup or SUV and even some mid-sized models. More...
The Krogen Express 52’ (15.85 m) is a semi-displacement motoryacht designed for coastal cruising by Michael Peters. She has many of the features and systems one would expect to find on a luxurious long-range cruiser, but she has the advantage of being able to get on plane and run 22.8 mph when and if necessary. More...
Imagine you and your family enjoying a $250,000 boat for less than the sales tax. For people in Bradenton, Fla., the above Robalo R317 is a boat they can call their own. There are just 8 club memberships in this versatile, offshore-ready boat. Check out the club's Robalo R317 at SovereignBoatClub.com or call 727-200-3474.
Outboard Buyers' Guide
Twin 150s or a Single 300?
Manufacturers of center- and dual-consoles used to stick with the rule of thumb that twin outboards are better than a large single for redundancy. With the improved reliability of today’s outboards (and the ubiquitous tow services), more consumers are now looking at going with a big single; the nervous nellies might add a kicker. Some of the issues to consider are weight, fuel consumption, lower unit drag, ease of handling and, of course, total cost. Compare your options and make your choice with the BoatTEST Outboard Buyers’ Guide, which lists more than 207 outboards from virtually all brands.
At 18’7” (5.66 m) long, the Tracker Pro Team 195 TXW is the largest aluminum bass boat Tracker offers. That means she can handle larger bodies of water. Combine that size with a retail price of $31,385 for the boat, 150-hp Mercury outboard and single-axle trailer and this boat will appeal to an angler on a budget. More...
The new facility will be the headquarters for Hatteras, Mako and Ranger Saltwater.
The addition of Hatteras Yachts to the White River Marine group of boat manufacturers will result in a new saltwater division that will be headquartered in an updated facility in New Bern, N.C. White River Marine is owned by Bass Pro Shops.
In addition to reviving the Hatteras line, White River will relocate the production of saltwater brands Mako and Ranger Saltwater to the new factory. The move frees up capacity at existing manufacturing plants in Miami, Okla., and Flippin, Ark., for additional freshwater-boat production. White River says it anticipates zero job losses. More...
