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Last Week's Top Boats and News Items

Monday

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Hinckley 44 Talaris

From a distance, in profile, only a trained eye could tell the difference between a 2009 Hinckley 44 Talaria and a brand new Talaria 43 Mark III. The new version has a lot more tumble home in the stern quarters, and larger air intakes on the cabin sides.

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Boomershines Rouge Kitty

One Paw From Disaster

Between treacherous channels and tight anchorages, one unexpected crewmate nearly sends this Georgian Bay escape into chaos. Find out how a near disaster was averted!

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Tuesday

COX outboard motors

COX Diesel Outboards

An engine built from the ground up to be a marine diesel outboard. The Cox CXO300 provides the torque to get heavy boats on plane and stay there, all while sipping fuel.  

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Teach Tuesday - The Right Prop

Prop Secrets:  Key to Performance

Born Again Boater breaks down the basics of "propping out" a boat, explaining how pitch, diameter, and the number of blades can affect everything from your hole shot to your fuel economy.

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Wednesday

360 Crossover Bowrider

Formula 360 Crossover

She's a masterclass in maximizing day-boat utility without compromise. Her single-level deck plan connects the bow and cockpit, while a stand-up cabin and head offer overnight comfort.

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New Great Loop Speed Record Set

A New Kind of Loop

A 71-year-old boater in a small, 16-foot Jon boat just set the Great Loop speed record. Most boats on this 6,000-mile journey are much larger, but this boater and his tiny vessel prove that  determination can overcome a lack of size and power. 

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Thursday

Brabus Shadow 500 Cabin

Brabus Shadow 500

What happens when a brand known for taking existing vehicles and elevating them to a new level of fit- meets a boat builder with a reputation for the best handling hulls in the business?

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Hull Osmosis

Pimples On The  Hull

Your boat's gelcoat isn't as solid as it looks. Discover the real story behind those mysterious "hull pimples" and learn why this seemingly major issue might actually be no big deal.  

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Friday

Vicem 62

Vicem 62

BoatTEST co-founder Jeff Hammond is joined by Vicem owner and fellow BoatTEST captain Gregg Clark to chat about this remarkable, gently-used 2024 Vicem 62. 

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Product Spotlight - Seaspension

Take The Jolt Out of Boating

Tired of jarring rides? A boater's discomfort and a little innovation led to a patented design that makes rough water a non-issue. Find out how this simple, retrofittable pedestal can reduce impact forces by over 80%.

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Meet the Fleet Captain -- Capt. Jim Noel

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THE SOVEREIGN BOAT FLEET'S captain was born on Christmas Day, is a 100-ton licensed captain, is a SaferBoater-certified instructor, teaches boat handling for the U.S. Navy, and was an instructor for the state of Connecticut for 25 years. He makes sure that all SBF members receive the proper hands-on instruction, and as much of it as needed. Confident skippers have more fun! 

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