The Galeon 325 GTO combines the exterior sunning space of a large bowrider with the comforts of a weekender suited for four. Inventive engineering adds to the aft sunning space with a lounge over the outboards. See Our Video ->
With exquisite woodworking and joinery in a seaworthy design ready to cross the world’s oceans, the Outer Reef 860 Deluxbridge Skylounge Motoryacht checks all the boxes. She carries 3,000 gallons of diesel and her 7.5-knot range exceeds 2200 NM. See Our Video ->
Isolation transformers are insurance against bad or deteriorated marina wiring that can cause everything from extreme corrosion on exposed metal parts of your running gear and thru-hull fittings to electric shocks in the water and possibly inside the boat. More ->
Boat Buying
Boat vs. Car Depreciation
Boats don’t depreciate as fast as cars, but they do gradually fall in value. Here are the factors that affect their value most to help you get the best deal, from Sean Horsfall of Len’s Cove Marina. More ->
How-To
Basics of Changing Your Engine Oil
Whether you run inboard or outboard, diesel or gas, clean oil of the right viscosity is essential for proper marine engine operation and longevity. Here’s when and how to change your own oil with minimal fuss and bother. More ->
The Great Loop
Chicago to Mobile:
1,300 Miles of Cruising
This cruising couple made the 1,300-mile trip in about 25 days but still had time to stop and enjoy a host of river towns and even a Halloween trick-or-treat night at Midway Marina on the Tombigbee. More ->
Life is Better on a Boat
Fall Foliage Cruise on Lake Norman in North Carolina.
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