COST EFFECTIVE AND COMPACT. Form follows function in the Downeast workboat lines of the 248 Islander. The cabin makes her a weekender for two and the upholstery and teak trim give her cockpit a picnicboat look, while an economical 150-hp outboard delivers a top speed of 39.9 mph.
VIDEO WALKTHROUGH. The Prestige M8 (65’/19.82 m) lives up to her name with prestigious fit and finish throughout her stupendous 29’ (8.85 m) beam. Her salon gives the feel of a Manhattan penthouse afloat, while below she offers 3, 4 or 5 staterooms. The flybridge alone has 550 square feet of luxurious living space!
PERFORMANCE VIDEO. With twin Merc 350s the Formula 310 Bowrider gives easy access to the water and lots of lounging space in the cockpit and at the bow. Unleash your creativity with multiple hull paint and design options with the company’s notable customization program.
NEW PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT. The YachtWave® delivery platform modernizes how boat manufacturers and builders handover new boats, adding transparency to the build process and enabling seamless electronic access to vessel manuals, videos, and equipment details for customers.
PRODUCT REVIEW. Sharrow TrueAdvance propellers once again proved their impressive efficiency by powering twin Yamaha 300s on a Robalo 302. At 25 mph, the range increased by an astounding 98 miles with the Sharrow propellers. Users also report better low speed handling and less vibration.
REEL TYCOON. For the angler who appreciates classic lines, this 2004 Donzi 58 sportfisherman has just that. She’s powered by twin MTU 2000s and she has a tower with upper station and updated Veem propellers. She can overnight eight, counting convertible berths.
BOATING BASICS. Where ever you boat, you’re required to have at least five basic items aboard any powerboat. And you’ll also want other essentials like dock lines, fenders and properly rigged and sized ground tackle. Here’s a video reminder from the experts at Sportsman Boats.
MARINE HISTORY. Did you know that what became the USCG hired ex-smugglers to man its first ships in the 1700s? Or that pre-Coast Guard sailors fired the first naval shot in the Civil War? The service has a long and storied history, including landing marines on the beaches during World War II — details here.
SUPERYACHTS. The 457’ (139.3 M) Al Salamah was commissioned by the late Sultan bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia. She was his “little boat” — he also owned 147-meter Prince Abdulaziz! She reportedly accommodates 40 guests in 20 suites and 23 staff cabins. Power is twin 8,837-hp MTU (20V 1163 TB73) 20-cylinder diesels.
Last boat trip of the season to Fire Island with PopPop!
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