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Bertram 45C

This 2008 Bertram 45C based in Stuart, FL, pairs a wide, working cockpit with systems kept accessible below. Twin MAN diesels, centerline service points, and an amidships fuel tank...

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Boat Crash & Engine Failure on the Loop

One engine down, tight docks ahead, and no room to drift. The Boomershines push on down the Illinois River dealing with smoke, current, and a docking that could go either way. 

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Riviera 4300 Sports Express

In case you haven't noticed, a number of dayboat brands these days have become quite pricey. That's one reason why we think the Riviera 4300 Sports Express is such a bargain. A coupe design and large aft deck give her all the utility of a luxurious, open dayboat.

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AI Eyes On The Water

The LOOKOUT AI camera system detects hazards a person might miss: other vessels, buoys, debris, whales, and people in the water. It pulls from charts, AIS, radar, and online sources into a 3D augmented reality view. 

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Viking 54 Convertible

This 2021 54’ Viking Convertible located in Orange Beach, AL, has been captain-maintained with all services current and a fresh bottom job in January 2026. 

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Boating Business- Q1 Sales Drop

March extended a slow start to 2026, with sales down across most categories and sharper drops in areas that rarely swing this hard. A few gains show up in the data, but the broader pattern points to a market still searching for footing.

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Solara S-250 C

Built by the same studio behind Ranger Tugs, the S-250 C leans on practical systems and cold-weather thinking. An enclosed pilothouse keeps the helm usable year-round, while lithium power and solar reduce reliance on shore power or a generator.

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Sharrow vs Stock on A SeaVee 390

On a SeaVee 390 with triple 350s, Sharrow props extended range by more than 90 miles at around 37 mph. At about 12 mph, range pushed past 500 miles, compared with just over 300 on conventional props. 

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Formula 457 CCS

 Equipped with triple 600-hp Verados, Formula’s 457 CCS tested at a top speed of 60.8 mph. 6'6" headroom below, wide side decks, and fold-out swim platforms push her well beyond typical dayboat use.

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The Trail Had Other Plans

Kill switches exist for a reason. Ratchet straps are not rated for pulling sunken boats. And tides don't care how new you are. This week's reel covers the full spectrum of what happens when boaters skip the basics.

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