New Captain's Report
New Cruisers Yachts 338 OB:
Crossover Bowrider w/Twin Outboards
The Cruisers Yachts 338 OB is the company’s first outboard-powered model, but probably won’t be the last. Powered with twin Mercury 350 Verados, she ran 53.8 mph in our tests this summer and planed in 4 seconds. She’s a handsome, multi-functional bowrider that can be loaded up with friends and family – up to 16, according to our count — and can accommodate trips to a remote destination for overnights in a cabin with standup headroom and a full head.
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Factory Video
Hatteras Hull Construction:
Possibly the Strongest Boats in Class
Hatteras hulls are exceptionally rigid and durable thanks to resin-infused construction, solid glass laminate below the waterline, robust stringers and frames, integral tankage in the bottom of the boat, and PVC foam in the topsides for stiffness. The process keeps weight down, the CG low, and provides welcome insulation in living areas. By keeping the hull rigid, in rough seas bulkheads, exhaust risers, windows, and doors will all keep their shape and stay intact.
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Features Video
Sea Ray L550 Fly:
Flybridge Command for the Owner/Operator
The Sea Ray L550 Fly salon has a Toscana-upholstered convertible lounge to port and a shorter one to starboard directly abaft the lower helm station. Two ultra-suede ottomans have storage inside and reversible tops to convert to tray tables. She sleeps six below and has two heads.
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Test Video
Boston Whaler 345 Conquest:
Triple 300 OB Power and Foam Filled
The Boston Whaler 345 Conquest is intended to take on long runs offshore after big game fish, even in challenging weather. Powered with triple 300-hp Mercury Verados, we recorded a top speed of 50.0 mph/43.5 knots. At a comfortable 4000 rpm and 22.0 knots, she has a range of 254 nautical miles (470.4 km), with a 10% fuel reserve. That puts Nassau and the Tongue of the Ocean within easy reach from Miami. She sleeps four below. The tower is optional, but once experienced, it’s hard to resist. Did we say she’s nearly indestructible?
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Test Video
REGENCY® 254 LE3 Sport:
48.7 MPH WOT w/350-HP OB
The REGENCY® 254 LE3 Sport tritoon has 26” diameter pontoons which are 25’4” (7.72 m) long. She ran 48.7 mph in our tests, pushed by a single 350-hp Mercury Verado. The pontoons are powder-coated and include underwater lights. LED docking lights and indirect led lights under the deck and above the toons create a cool sight at night when cruising the lake.
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Electronics
What Functions Matter Most in the Next Multifunction
Helm Display?
So many touchscreens, so little time. Boaters looking for functionality, processing power, screen size and brightness, and, perhaps most importantly, ease of use, need look no further than our handy comparison grid. Choose a few units and review their qualities side by side, then choose one to advance to the next round.
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