STABLE FOOTING The World Cat 235TE uses her cat hull to deliver wide decks, shallow draft, and steady footing offshore. Tested with twin 150s, she ran to 48.5 mph and cruised efficiently at mid-range rpm. Fishing hardware is built in, with high gunnels, large fishboxes, and a centerline livewell. What's not to like?

TERRACES DEPLOYED The Aviara AV40 OB is the brand’s flagship dayboat, pairing twin 600-hp Mercury V12 outboards with a layout focused on outdoor living. Tested to 55.1 mph, she planes in four seconds and uses folding hydraulic terraces to expand cockpit width at anchor. Below, an enclosed cabin with berth, head, and air conditioning supports overnight use.

HYBRID BY DESIGN Designed as the first model in Azimut’s Seadeck hybrid series, the Seadeck 7 pairs lower-emission propulsion systems with a deck plan that prioritizes connection to the water. The reworked cockpit, called the Fun Island, creates a shared sea-level social space, while expansive glazing allows the salon and exterior to function as one continuous area.

PROTECTING THE PASSAGES Rather than adding coatings after the fact, Suzuki’s new Edge eCoat anodizing treats internal engine components during manufacturing. The process improves corrosion resistance in saltwater cooling passages and reduces reliance on traditional chemical treatments and paint. Suzuki says it also lowers CO₂ emissions during production by about 50%.

SMALL FAILURES, BIG BLAZES Boat fires rarely start with dramatic mistakes. Drawing on firsthand cruising experience and real incidents, Matt and Lucy Claiborne break down how overloaded circuits, worn shore-power connections, aging wiring, and everyday lithium-ion batteries quietly raise fire risk aboard. Clear examples show where problems begin and what boaters should watch for.

THAT ESCALATED QUICKLY Most days on the water go just fine. These aren’t those days. This collection rounds up runaway boats, dockside mishaps, unexpected sightings, and moments that make you stop and say, “How did that even happen?” Some clips are laugh-out-loud, others are pure disbelief, but all of them remind us that boating has a way of keeping things interesting.