FIRST LOOK. The 400CC includes lithium-ion battery banks replacing the generator, captain’s chair seating for six behind the console and air-conditioned accommodations for two below, placing her in the lux class among fishboats. With a stepped hull and 1,600 Mercury horses on the transom, she projects speeds over a mile a minute.
TEST & FEATURES VIDEO. Capt. Trip reports that the SPX 210 is great for watersports, general day boating and lounging with the fleet at a sandbar. The watersports tower with integrated Bimini is among many options to fit her to your family. And right now, the end-of-summer sale means buyers can save up to $7,500 on this model!
TEST VIDEO. The 47 Molokai is purpose-built for long, fast runs to blue water fishing in challenging conditions with twin hulls, a 14’7” (4.45 m) beam, mezzanine seats for rod watchers and lots of freeboard forward. She can also double as a very spacious dayboat or a weekender for two.
PRE-OWNED YACHT. This very nice Valhalla V33 powered with twin 400-hp Mercurys is ready for serious offshore fishing. She has an upper and lower command station, both with Garmin electronics including radar and Release Marine teak helm chairs with armrests, electric slides and flip-up bolsters. A Seakeeper 2 and Zipwake tabs deliver a smooth ride.
PRODUCT REVIEW. Marinco has a patented locking system that eliminates the need for threaded fittings and the company says it creates a watertight seal. An integrated light makes low-light hookups easier. The cord is available in 30-Amp 10 gauge or 50-Amp 6 gauge and a variety of lengths.
HOW-TO VIDEO. The Seakeeper Ride auto-adjust interceptors smooth the ride at speed, while the Seakeeper Gyro greatly reduces pitch and roll at trolling speeds or at rest. See how to make them work together in this short video from Sportsman Boats.
TRAWLER TUESDAY. Tony Fleming, founder of Fleming Yachts, continues his epic voyage through the waters of southeast Alaska, where black bears, leaping salmon and breaching whales along with quaint harbors welcome the intrepid crew.
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