New Product Review Video
Yamaha WakeBooster:
Shaping the Perfect Surfing Wake
The Yamaha WakeBooster is an inventive add-on that mounts in minutes on the swim platform of the Yamaha 242 Limited S E-Series to create the perfect wake for surfing, with a steep wall and a well-defined curl that eases the ride even for less experienced surfers. The device includes a package complete with Slingshot wakeboard and towline.
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Sea Ray L590 Fly:
Good Value for a Large Yacht
The master suite on the Sea Ray L590 Fly has the berth offset on the diagonal to allow dropping the center part of the deck below the stringers, increasing headroom. An L-shaped settee lies to port, and the 40-inch flatscreen is standard. The large hullside windows have an opening port. She also has a roomy VIP at the bow and a twin cabin amidships.
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Galeon 405 HTS:
Cruising and Entertaining Panache
The Galeon 405 HTS, powered with twin 370-hp Volvo Penta diesel engines, has a best cruise speed of 31.9 mph at 3000 rpm getting 26.6 gph (100.7 lph). She is built in the Gdansk Shipyard in Poland, and is marketed in the Western Hemisphere by MarineMax. The builder has become famous for its innovations and quality fit-and-finish.
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Robalo R242EX:
Multi-Mission Mid-Range Center Console
With a sharp forward entry and plenty of freeboard plus a variable V-bottom culminating in a 22-degree deadrise at the transom, the Robalo R242EX is ready to head offshore for a day of serious fishing, but she’s also equipped for family fun inshore when that’s the mission. The bow area has full cushions, removable backrests, a movable table for lunch, and a sun pad option.
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Captain's Report
SUN TRACKER® FISHIN' BARGE® 24 XP3:
Versatile Tri-Toon for Lakes/Rivers
The pop-up changing station on the SUN TRACKER® FISHIN' BARGE® 24 XP3 allows a private space to get into dry clothes after a swim. She rides on three 26” pontoons, giving her greater load capacity and better performance than lower-priced models with two smaller pontoons. Four fishing seats, rod racks, and two livewells make her ready for anglers, and she’s pre-wired for a bowmount trolling motor.
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