NEW VIDEO & BIG NEWS. The Aviara AV40 OB is arguably one of the most exciting European-looking dayboats built in America. Everything about her is sophisticated and up-market. She's so compelling we put two captains on her for an in-depth test and inspection.
Almost simultaneously with our test, MarineMax took over Aviara and will build future boats in its Cruisers Yachts facility in Oconto, Wis.
PERFORMANCE VIDEO. With a 14’7” (4.44 m) beam, the 47 Molokai has the cockpit space of a big battlewagon, but with outboard power, she’s much faster (69.5 MPH at WOT!) and more capable of shallow water explorations. She doubles as a dayboat/weekender with accommodations for two below.
SUMMER SAVINGS EVENT. When buying a new boat, timing is everything. Now is the time to jump on a Sea Ray SLX 260 Surf, powered by a MerCruiser 6.2L engine with a forward-facing Bravo Four S® drive. She also has electric surf, ballast tanks and a glass dash to control it all. Check her out then check the sale price.
PRODUCT REVIEW. The Hydrofin adds the foiling effect to bitoons and tritoons at 20 mph and faster, boosting the pontoon boats higher in the water, cutting drag, increasing speed and improving fuel efficiency.
CRUISING. Protected waters, moderate tide ranges, a well-marked ICW and plenty of marinas and waterfront restaurants welcome cruisers along Florida’s Panhandle coast. Step back in time.
BASIC BOAT HANDLING. Neutral is your friend when it comes to docking, advises Sean Horsfall of Len’s Cove Marina. You also have to think curling instead of ice skating — see why here.
A first solo voyage — without a hired captain — challenges the Boomershines as they prepare to become Great Loop cruisers aboard their pre-owned Ocean Alexander 56.
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