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Last Week's Top Boats and News Items

Formula 360 Crossover

The 360 CBR fits a lot into 36 feet. Below the single-level cockpit sits a full stand-up cabin with berth, head, microwave, coffeemaker, and refrigerator.  Topside, the bow converts to a sun pad.

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The Rolling Marina

Ever spent a sleepless night rolling in a marina with flat water all around? A Great Lakes boater breaks down the physics behind seiches: standing waves that can turn a protected harbor into a...

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Sea Ray SLX 280

The SLX 280 runs a sterndrive in a class that's gone mostly outboard. At 28'8" with a 21-degree deadrise, she hit 49.7 mph on the 430-hp 8.2L MPI in testing. 

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Riviera Belize 55 Sedan

Riviera just announced the Belize 55 Sedan and Daybridge ahead of their world premiere at the Newport International Boat Show, September 17. Twin Volvo Penta D11 IPS 950s power a hull built for offshore tracking, with a wide hydraulic swim platform.

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Boston Whaler 365 Conquest

 The 365 Conquest is a serious offshore cabin boat that does not make fishing and cruising feel like separate missions. Her enclosed helm deck, 52-sq.-ft. cockpit, convertible cabin, and long-range capability support extended days offshore. 

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Smarter ICW Cruising

Experienced ICW cruisers develop small habits that make life underway easier. Bob423 shares some of his, including docking techniques in confined spaces, dinghy etiquette, route management, and how to read the passing signals. 

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Nimbus 495 Flybridge

Nimbus approached the 495 Flybridge like a long-range cruiser for hands-on owners. The aft galley connects directly to the cockpit, side-deck boarding doors simplify docking, and Volvo’s Assisted Docking system simplifies tight-quarter maneuvering.

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Sharrow Expands

One of the biggest hurdles for Sharrow props has been access. Now, a broader dealer network, showroom installations, and on-water testing make the props easier for boaters to evaluate before committing to a purchase.

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Princess Y95 

This Princess Y95 includes five en-suite staterooms, a main-deck owner’s suite, upgraded Garmin electronics, twin 55-kW generators, and low-hour 2,000-hp MAN V12s.

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This Could Take Awhile

Some crews ignored weather. Others trusted the tide a little too long. This week’s chaos includes grounded boats, packed locks, stranded crews, and several captains discovering that getting unstuck is usually harder than getting stuck.

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Sovereign Boat Fleet:

Meet Captain Jim Noel, General Manager

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