X Shore Eelex 8000: Our 1st Test of an Electric Boat Designed for Saltwater and Fresh - 03/22/23

Test Video

X Shore Eelex 8000:

Our 1st Test of an Electric Boat

Designed for Saltwater and Fresh

This is BoatTEST’s first complete test of an all-electric boat. We measure her power in terms of kiloWatts and torque, and her speed in mph. Get ready for electric boats because they are coming, and the X Shore Eelex 8000 which has been in production for two years leads the way. Since she is our first test of an electric boat, she sets the bar.  Seeing is believing. More...

Features Video

Fairline Squadron 68:

Genteel Elegance from Top Deck to Bottom

Fairline Yachts is a boutique builder in England that specializes in old world craftsmanship and boats tailor-made for her owners. The 68 can be configured in three cabins, or an extended VIP, or even four cabins. More...

Features Video

Pearl 72:

An Amazing 37.4 MPH at WOT

She has speed, but her strongest suit is the innovation, style and luxury below.  For example, she has two master staterooms. More...

Pre-Owned Yacht

70' Ocean Alexander 2017

"LIVE MAS"

With four luxurious staterooms USA-built Ocean Alexander 70e welcomes lots of company for extended cruising.  Exceptionally large main-deck windows make the salon bright and airy. More...

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Boating Basics

You Break It, You Own It

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Seamanship

Don't Forget Basic Navigation

Even in the age of near universal GPS, learning how to use the complete toolkit of available navigation techniques and honing those skills by continued practice helps assure a safe journey. More...

BoatTalks

An Interview with America's Largest Broker

Denison Yachting is the largest brokerage firm in the U.S. and over the last 22 years has established a reputation of being farsighted and customer-centric. We interview Bob Denison to take his measure. More...

Marine Weather

Not in Kansas Anymore

You are definitely not in Kansas anymore when you see something like this headed your way. While waterspouts are not as long-lived or powerful as major tornadoes, they can cause lots of damage to a boat—here are some tips on staying clear. More...

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"Land was created to provide a place for boats to visit."

-Brooks Atkinson

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