The design trait that sets Polyform’s HTM fenders apart is that the line passes through the middle. HTM stands for “hole-through-middle” and the company says that having the line pass through the middle provides maximum protection in a wide variety of applications. The fenders are designed for vessels ranging from 20’ to 50’ (6 m to 15.24 m) in four sizes and a variety of colors. More...
On the 88’11” (27.1 m) CLB88, CL Yachts designed the flying bridge to be the most popular gathering area aboard. The volume of the space alone is impressive. L-shaped seating is to port and wraps around a solid wood pedestal table. Opposite, the dual-level full bar has five stools in fixed positions. The stools and all the decking are finished in teak with the hardtop constructed of carbon fiber. The aft deck is open with a crane for launching a tender or for putting out lounge chairs. More...
Powered by twin 300-hp Mercury outboards, the Beneteau Gran Turismo 36 has good handling characteristics and a solid feel. Her sharp entry slices cleanly through waves and boat wakes. The engines are mounted a full foot (30.48 cm) abaft the transom so when getting on plane, a captain will want to wait until she builds some speed before bringing up the engine trim. She planed in just 4.9 seconds and just as important, she can stay on plane down to 11.5 mph. More...
Sea Ray’s SPX series is intended to fill the gap between the company's “sport” lineup and the more luxurious SLX models. The SPX 210 is available in four different editions to match owners’ specific needs. Sterndrive or outboard power is available. More...
FinScan’s Intellicore is controlled from an intuitive graphical menu system with a weatherproof LCD touchscreen.
Every year, more boats, trailers, personal boating items, electronics and safety equipment are stolen. Today we take a look at vessel security and everything an owner can do to keep a vessel safe and secure whether it’s at a marina or on a trailer in the driveway. More...
By keeping a boat’s steering system in proper working order, an owner can ensure that he/she has reliable and proper control of a boat at all times. Lack of maintenance is the major contributor to stiff steering and in some extreme cases, cable seizure. We suggest the following periodic maintenance at least twice a year. More...
Tucked away in the Salt Creek Marina District just a short walk from downtown St. Petersburg, you'll find the Sovereign Boat Club's Everglades 235CC available to members only.
The Everglades 235CC is powered by a 300-hp Yamaha with digital steering and trim tabs. She'll run 40 mph comfortably across chop. A livewell, fold-down stern seating and a portable ice chest are some of the features. The helm has a chartplotter with GPS and a depth sounder. All of this helps make this setup an affordable boating option. Contact Greg Sweeney at 727-200-3474 or by email.
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