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title: Doing THIS Will Save Your Life | Best Advice for New Boaters | Most Unique Vessel Names
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Every week, BoatTEST publishes news items on about 25 boats and products. Readers have asked which ones are the most popular each day.

| View in browser Hello Boater Most Popular Boats of the Week MONDAY #1 Yamaha 255 FSH: Jet Powered Center Console Yamaha's mission with their FSH line up was to create a fishing forward platform that was also functional for afternoons at the sand bar with family and friends.  Check out the convertible seating/fishing platforms.  SEE CAPT TRIP'S VIDEO REQUEST MORE INFO TUESDAY #1 Greenline 45 Coupe: New Boat Show Walkthrough Silent glide or swift sprint? The generation 6 hybrid system onboard all Greenline coming out of the factory allows for silent cruising on electric or planing speeds on diesel.  Switch back on forth to save engine hours. WATCH THE VIDEO REQUEST MORE INFO WEDNESDAY #1 Regal 50 SAV: Offshore Fishing Test Video This video dissects the 50 SAV's fishing capabilities. Captain Trip and the Regal Crew took the 50 offshore on the East Coast of Florida to test the OceanTrac2 hull, designed for offshore performance, and fishability. Can you guess how many fish they caught?  WATCH THE FIGHTS MORE INFO THURSDAY #1 Riviera 505 SUV: Sunlight on Demand The Riviera 505 SUV combines single-level entertaining with bluewater capabilities. Its mezzanine offers year-round comfort and the coachroof opens to bring the outdoors into the smartly laid-out salon and aft galley. WATCH THE TEST MORE INFO FRIDAY #1 SeaWell 345XL: CC That Won't Break The Bank SeaWell's 345XL blends serious fishing capabilities with family-friendly amenities. Enjoy a full head with shower, and a forward cabin and mid-berth. Designed for day trips or extended weekends. SEE THE LIGHT REQUEST MORE INFO Most Popular News Items of the Week MONDAY #1 3 Boaters, 9 Hours, 4 Take-Aways Midnight adrift. Calm shattered. A routine trip turns harrowing as a capsized vessel leaves three souls stranded. Discover how quick response and vital prep saved the day. What lessons hide beneath a simple float plan? THE RESCUE USCG FLOAT PLAN TUESDAY #1 Best Advice for New Boaters from an Expert Just bought a boat? Get ready for the water with our comprehensive checklist! Discover crucial boating tips, required safety gear, and pre-launch essentials for new boat owners. Lens Cove Marina has got your back! Sean is one the best dealers we know in Canada. WATCH TO FIND OUT MORE WEDNESDAY #1 Sharrow Prop Sales Go National With Up to 1,000 Marine Dealers Sharrow Marine announced yesterday that it is establishing a Nationwide Sharrow Marine Dealer Network. Sharrow will be certifying up to 1,000 boat, engine and propeller dealers across the U.S. in order to allow consumers to have easy access to its props, and to allow qualified dealers to take part in the success of these revolutionary props. Dealers can now put Sharrow props on the boats in their showrooms on all outboard engines from 40-hp to 600-hp.  DEALER APPLICATION SHARROW NEWS PRODUCTS & PRICES THURSDAY #1 Boat Name Brilliance: Avoid Name Fails Stuck naming your vessel? Skip the usual suspects. Dive into a sea of inspiration – from witty puns to elegant classics. Uncover hidden gems and avoid naming blunders. Find the perfect identity for your boat, beyond the ordinary. UNLOCK NAME IDEAS FRIDAY #1 Euro Boat Comparison: 3 Cruisers: How Much Do They Cost? Three European cruisers, a quick glance, a world of difference. Captain Charlotte peers into the Nimbus 495 Fly, the XO EXPLR 44, and the Aquador 400HT. See the standout features that set each cruising vessel apart. JOIN CAPT. CHARLOTTE THIS WEEK'S REPORT ARCHIVED REPORTS Life is Better on a Boat  VOTE Every day, we feature a new photo. Submit yours for the chance to win a coveted BoatTEST hat! Here are this weeks photos, vote for your favorite.  Winner announced on the last Sunday of the month. Email Us Thanks for following us! Questions? Email: editorial@boattest.com   © 2024 All Rights Reserved Newsletter content may include sponsorships. BoatTEST strives for accuracy in all published material.  BoatTEST.com, LLC, 8A Halidon Ave, Newport, RI 02840 Unsubscribe Manage preferences |
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