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Fleming Yachts 78 

Twin anchors. Separate windlasses. Five control stations. A full-length protected keel. None of these things make for flashy brochure copy, but they reveal what the Fleming 78 was built to do. 

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Bimini: Plan Ahead

Bimini sits 50 nm off Florida, but the entrance is poorly marked, the channel shifts with the sand, and GPS can put a boat on the bar before the slip is in sight. 

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Lagoon Eighty 3

The Eighty 3 pairs transatlantic range with a layout built around extended time aboard.  A solid foredeck, oversized flybridge, and drop-down owner's balcony reflect a boat intended to spend weeks rather than weekends away from shore. 

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How Much Inverter Is Enough

A microwave, TV, and laptop can quickly overwhelm an undersized inverter. This guide walks through sizing, battery-bank requirements, surge loads, and the calculations that determine whether an inverter will support the equipment aboard .

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CL Yachts CLC115

Reimagines the tri-deck catamaran with a versatile and light-filled interior that invites both luxury and adventure. Virtually every corner of this large vessel is crafted for effortless enjoyment.

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Know the Blue Book

Many buyers assume boat values come from a single trusted source. In reality, several pricing guides are used across the industry, and the spread between them can be surprisingly large.  

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Regal 38 XO

This 2025 Regal 38 XO in Fort Lauderdale packs a surprising amount of accommodation into a sub-40-foot platform. A forward master, private aft cabin, split head arrangement, and climate-controlled helm make her well suited.  

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Knowing Your Anchor

An anchor is only part of the system. Chain weight, scope, bottom conditions, and proper setting technique often determine whether a boat stays put or starts drifting.  

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Absolute Navetta 62

At 61'3" on twin Volvo Penta D13 IPS-1200s, the Navetta 62 carries 898 gallons and offers three guest staterooms plus crew quarters. The cockpit wet bar doubles as a helm station. 

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BoatTEST's Buyer White Paper

Nearly half of first-time boat buyers end up selling and starting over, paying two commissions in the process. This BoatTEST white paper walks through the financial rules of thumb.

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