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Diesel Outboard

Cox CXO300 300-HP Diesel

Full Captain’s Report w/All Numbers

Today we publish our first Captain’s Report on the Cox CXO300 with full test numbers and content that did not make it into our video. This report explains why diesel fuel has more energy than gas and why diesel engines are inherently more fuel-efficient, plus it discloses all of our test numbers.

Performance Video

Chaparral 247 SSX

Black Magic Dayboat

The Chaparral 247 SSX is an upscale bowrider offering a “Black Edition” upgrade package. It includes a tower, powered swim platform and premium upholstery in addition to the black trim and gelcoat that move her into a fully-loaded elite class among watersports/dayboats.

Video

Beneteau Grand Trawler 62

The Voyaging Yacht, Evolved

The VIP at the bow of the Beneteau Grand Trawler 62 could well be the master on most yachts in class with massive hullside windows and a high overhead giving a feeling of space and light plus plenty of storage for extended stays aboard.

First Look

Scarab 195 ID

Agile and Stylish Sport-Jet

The Scarab 195 ID is powered by the proven 300-hp Rotax jet, which has a closed-loop cooling system. The engine has a three-year warranty.

Pre-Owned Yacht

2022 Sunseeker 65 Sport Yacht

This flawless 2022 Sunseeker 65 Sport Yacht is fitted with twin Volvo IPS 1350sv with just 175 hours. She has a Seakeeper gyro, U-Shape cockpit seating, Skyhelm, Garmin electronics package plus many more options. She presents as new and is truly turnkey — see details and photos here...

Maintenance

Check Your Engines’ Compression

Here’s an important diagnostic tool for aging engines, giving owner-operators a chance to head off trouble before it gets out of hand. More...

Cruising

Cruising with Bears--

A Visit to Kodiak Island

Sea lions, salmon berries and Kodiak bear sightings — all part of cruising along Kodiak Island’s forested wilderness shores in summer. More...

Maintenance

On the Water Propeller Replacement

Here’s how bass pro Andy Montgomery makes quick work of changing out a damaged propeller on the water. (Hint—it all starts with carrying a spare.)  More...

Club Access

Cool Saxdor 32 In Riviera Beach

The Sovereign Boat Club's most popular boat on the East Coast of Florida is the Saxdor 32, and it's easy to see why.  It makes an ideal and cool-looking entertainment platform. Plan the rest of you summer now. Call 727-200-3474.SovereignBoatClub.com

Photo Of The Day

Sailing out of Rio.

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