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BoatTEST.com wants to make it easier to understand boats and engines. Whether you are a seasoned veteran just looking to refresh on some boating terms or are buying your first boat; browse through the articles below.
Sharp Shooters
How accurate is the “new” GPS? We find out the hard way.
The $3,000 Club
What do you get in a $3,000 GPS receiver? We find out in this head-to-head shootout.
Peacetime Dividends
Military technology is at the core of Raytheon's new small-boat fishfinder and radars.
Suddenly Blind - Part II
We go to the fjords of Norway to put Simrad’s new MarineLine to the test.
Night Watchmen - Part III
A newcomer to the marine industry is taking on the big boys with a new line of night vision products.
The Comeback Kid
Our need to stay in touch has created new demand for an old technology.
Loran - C Ya?
Loran is headed for the electronics dumpster in America. Is it too late to save it?
Running The Ship
Here's some hard-hitting advice about what to look for--and what to avoid--in a shipboard office setup.
Sat Com, Sat Go
New players are emerging in satellite communications, but their future success is anybody’s guess.