Yamaha Joystick for Single OBs | New Absolute Navetta 64 | Sailfish 276DC - 03/29/21

BoatTEST Video Interview

How Effective is Yamaha’s

Single-Engine Joystick?

Last year, Yamaha Motors introduced its all-new “Helm Master EX” that – unlike its previous system – was 100% developed and made by Yamaha. The result is the Gen 2 “EX” version that has more features and does not require a joystick, unless one is wanted. At the same time, Yamaha introduced a joystick for single engines without a bow thruster, which it says is remarkably effective. We haven’t tested it, but listen to what Yamaha’s GM of U.S. Marine Development and Planning has to say about it. More...

New - Absolute Navetta 64

Luxury Yacht w/Open Plan

Absolute designs and engineers the Navetta 64 to be an owner/operator luxury yacht for cruising and entertaining. She has an open plan on the main deck and flying bridge and her stern is customizable. Her expansive interior volume makes the staterooms feel extra-large – because they are.  More...

Sailfish 276DC

The Security of Deeper Freeboard

The Sailfish Boats 276DC has a cockpit depth of 38” (96.62 cm) forward and 30” (76.2 cm) aft. This is at least 2” (5.08 cm) deeper than competitive boats. She has a variable deadrise bottom design, which is intended to cushion the ride and add stability. More...

MasterCraft X24

Family-Friendly Wakesports Boat

When MasterCraft replaced the X23 with the X24, the company upgraded the bottom for wake surfing and improved the GEN2 Surf System. The boat’s interior was also enhanced to carry 18 passengers and to entertain the crowd with a premium stereo. She’s a party platform for the whole family. More...

Ocean Alexander 45 Divergence

Large Yacht Features on a Dayboat

Ocean Alexander’s 45 Divergence is a dayboat targeted at an owner of one of the manufacturer’s larger yachts who wants a dayboat for enjoying watersports or using as a tender. Her fold-out wing decks expand the cockpit and she has flexible seating options. For people without a megayacht, this may be all they need. More...

First-Time Buyer

How to Choose the Right GPS

Since the inception of global positioning satellites, the technology has evolved to the point where it’s even incorporated into smartphones. From handheld units to in-dash models, there’s a wide range of choices when it comes to selecting the right equipment for a given boat. More...

Yamaha Partners With Siren Marine

Yamaha Motor Corporation has formed a strategic alliance with Siren Marine, which makes marine-based IoT products. As part of the agreement, Yamaha has gained a stake in the Newport, R.I.-based telematics organization. Terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. BoatTEST uses Siren equipment on all of its Sovereign Boat Club vessels and is able to track them 24/7 as well as monitor key details. More...

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