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Last Weeks Top Boats and News Items

Monday

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Grand Banks 85

Ready for an experience that's both polished and playful? The Grand Banks 85 has the power for swift journeys and was designed with truly inviting spaces, like a main deck formal dining area you just don't see on other boats her size.

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Midaway crash

Midway Incident Revealed

A 65-foot private vessel veering off course in San Diego Bay, not into open water, but directly into the historic USS Midway. Surveillance video captured the unbelievable impact.

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Tuesday

Expansive aft cockpit in the Riviera 6000

Riviera 6000

There's something special about a boat that just flows. The Riviera 6000 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition delivers, especially with her aft cockpit that feels like a natural extension of the salon. 

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New england tariffs

Tariffs Hit Boat Builders

A new survey reveals how federal tariff changes are hitting manufacturers, including many boat builders. Over 80% of Rhode Island companies say prices will rise, with significant negative impacts on costs and investment plans. 

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Wednesday

Bennington R

Bennington R Bowrider Series

The Bennington R Bowrider series puts a fresh spin on pontoon design. Her lowered forward seating not only enhances passenger comfort but also provides the captain with a commanding view, boosting safety and docking confidence.

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Steve Jobs' Venus

She's iconic, sleek, and designed with Apple's minimalist aesthetic – even her passarelle resembles a charging port. Yet, her visionary owner never set foot aboard. Discover the hidden tech that powers her bridge, and all of its secrets.

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Thursday

Sea Pro 245 and it features

Sea Pro 245 Sandbar

The Sea Pro 245 Sandbar centers around creating memorable days on the water. Her thoughtful design features, like rotating captain's chairs and a transom in-water table, are all about bringing people together.

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Sharrow Tops In Multiple Tests

Sharrow Prop Advantage

Ever wonder if a simple change could transform your vessel's performance? Our Jupiter 43F test dives into how advanced propeller design puts a 26,000-pound fishing machine on plane faster, delivering up to 69% more speed.

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Friday

Fratelli Aprea Sorrento 36 Hard Top cruising in the Med

Fratelli Aprea Sorrento 36 Hardtop

Ever heard of a Gozzo boat? Think of it like this: Fratelli Aprea Sorrento takes those traditional Italian fishing boats, the ones with all that timeless charm, and sprinkles in some modern luxury.  

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Jimmy Buffets 28M Yacht

Jimmy Buffet's Yacht Heads To Auction

Calling all Parrotheads and yachting enthusiasts! A truly unique opportunity is on the horizon: Jimmy Buffett's beloved 27.5-meter explorer yacht, Doubleyou, is hitting the auction block. 

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The Sovereign Boat Club is Different

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The Sovereign Boat Club costs about the same each year as a membership in a good yacht club.  But there is one difference – a boat comes with the membership. You don’t have to worry about maintenance, hurricanes or cleaning the bottom. You also don’t have to worry about getting the boat when you want it because SBC has limited memberships in each boat. Shouldn’t you find out more?

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