Women in Boating – You’ll Be Surprised at What’s Going On | New Beneteau Gran Turismo 36 - 09/11/20
BoatTEST Newsletter September 11, 2020
Special Weekly Video
Women Take Their Rightful
Place in Boating
As we will show, women have always been an important part of boating, but they just didn’t get much credit for it. Now more than ever, women from around the world are forging new frontiers in the sport, as well as building the boats – and to a surprising degree, running the show. We say: More power to them! See it NOW...
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BENETEAU Gran Turismo 36:
Built to Optimize Power Choices
BENETEAU’s Gran Turismo 36 was designed in France, but is built at the company’s factory in Cadillac, Mich. She’s available in sterndrive or outboard versions and the aft quarter of the hull mold is changed depending on which power package is ordered. Many builders just use the same hull for both, which can cause operational compromises, so BENETEAU takes the extra step. Each power choice has its pros and cons, so the consumer can pick the power that best serves a particular mission. More...
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International News
How Poland Has Emerged
as Europe’s Largest Boatbuilder
Boat manufacturing has a long tradition in Europe and over the last 20 years, the region’s economy has undergone many transitions and has given rise to something of a surprising leader in the business — Poland. For decades, the country was known for building commercial vessels like cargo and container ships and oil tankers, but today the country is also home to a growing number of recreational boatbuilders. This follows the lead of many individual Polish sailors who sailed and won in international competitions – including having the first woman to sail solo around the world. More...
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Formula 380 Super Sport Crossover:
Innovative Sterndrive Watersports Platform
Formula 380 Super Sport Crossover
With almost every new day boat in the 35’ (11.58 m) to 40’ (12.19 m) range being designed and built for outboard power, Formula went with sterndrives on the 380 Super Sport Crossover. Customers told the company they wanted the open transom so they could use the boat as a base of operations for spending the day on large lakes and rivers. All the social zones are on the same level so passengers can move from the large swim platform to the bow easily and throughout, the 380 Super Sport Crossover has the luxury and refinements for which Formula is known. More...
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Yamaha SX210:
Twin Jets for Safety and Speed
With her spacious cockpit and bow, solid list of standard equipment and the performance provided by twin 1049 cc TR-1 HO jets, the Yamaha SX210 is a do-anything boat for an active family. The bow area can be configured with three-across seating or it can be filled to create a playpen. The helm has a 4.3” (10.92 cm) Connext touch screen that controls multiple functions and the wraparound seating in the cockpit can accommodate a crowd. For performance, the articulating keel improves handling at all speeds. More...
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Boston Whaler 320 Vantage:
Quality Build Enhances the Ride
When he took the helm of the 320 Vantage, Captain Steve mentioned that “nothing handles like a Boston Whaler.” He wasn’t talking about the design or the degree of banking. Instead he was referring to how the boat’s solid construction can be felt when underway. The entire boat absorbs the ride so there’s no pounding when running through chop. With her wide bow and sharp entry points, she carves like a catamaran through the worst that a casual day on the water can dish out. When those afternoon winds kick up, the 320 Vantage takes them on with confidence. More...
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How to Tie a Sheet Bend Knot
The Sheet Bend is a knot used to connect two lines of different thicknesses, which can come in handy in a variety of situations. To learn the correct way to tie it, click here.
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