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Formula 457 CCS:

Day Tripper, Night Rider!

Formula 457 CCS (2024) Features Review _ BoatTEST-low

SPEED & SPACE Day party central meets weekend sanctuary. The Formula 457 CCS delivers immense lounging space without sacrificing overnight amenities like AC and a generator. And the performance? Triple 600-hp Mercury V12s propel it beyond 60 mph, with a surprising 300+ SM range at a rapid cruising pace. 

 

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Silent In Depth Video:

Bahamas on Electric

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DUAL CAPTAIN TEST Join Capt. Boomies & Charlotte as they push the limits of the all-electric Silent Yacht 62! Discover how this innovative yacht cruised the Bahamas for 7 days and 120 nautical miles without using a drop of fuel. See its impressive solar power system, battery capacity, and how it redefines long-distance cruising.

 

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Sharrow Props:

MX4-Blade Let Merc's Perform Their Best

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Sharrow Marine tested the MX4 prop on an MJM 43z equipped with 3x Mercury 300s. The MX4 hit 47.4 mph, outperforming the Mercury Enertia Eco props by 2.8 mph. This is one of the many side by side tests that show Sharrow's 4-blade props are faster than conventional 3-blade props at all RPMs.

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Pre-Owned Spotlight: "Last Chance"

2019 Pursuit 385 Offshore

HMY Pursuit 385

EXPRESS CRUISER Fresh to the market is the 385, one of Pursuit's longest-running and best-received models.. LAST CHANCE has been loved by her owner and it shows.  Ready to cruise, dive, or fish.

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Safet Gear Inventory

Preseason Boat Secrets

Unleash peak boating joy this season! Don't let hidden issues sink your first voyage. This essential checklist reveals crucial preseason steps, from engine whispers to trailer truths and vital safety prep. 

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Boat In Reverse

Accidentally Put Boat In Reverse While Driving?

Uh oh! Did that shift feel… wrong? Accidentally hit reverse at speed? This article reveals the hidden dangers to your boat's drive system – from lower unit explosions to engine disaster. Know the critical components, bad signs, and why boat type matters.

AVOID COSTLY ERRORS

Tom Fexas' Euro Design Truth:

It's Not Italian!

Euro BOats

Euro Design Truth: It's Not Italian!

"Euro styling" and "Euro transom"—think they're from Europe? Think again! This surprising exposé challenges the marine industry's common terms, diving into the real origins of today's popular boat designs. Discover the American roots of these trends and prepare to have preconceived notions shattered.

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Life is Better on a Boat 

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Fun at the Haulover Inlet Sandbar on a 25' Pro-Line

Life is Better on a Boat - Photo Contest

Most days, we feature a new Life is Better on a Boat photo and we even sometimes share on social media. Submit yours for the chance to win a coveted BoatTEST hat! Winner announced the last Sunday of the month.

 

(Bonus points for showing people enjoying life on a boat.)

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