ROOM WITH A VIEW  Cruisers Yachts all-new 50 Fly has a long, sloping windshield that reminds us of an atrium for the captain, with thin mullions and nearly 360-degree unrestricted visibility. Below, three cabins sleep six, anchored by a master stateroom running the full width of the hull.  She's a new direction for young boaters.

ONE BIG INDOOR/OUTDOOR VENUE The 645 SUV bridges the gap between enclosed cruiser and wide-open outdoor platform. The mezzanine sits on the same level as the salon and galley, creating one continuous social space, while the aft cockpit remains open for fishing, diving, or tender duty.  

RIGGED TO FISH This 2024 Reef Runner Center Console in Indian Harbour Beach, Florida, packs an extensive equipment list into 23 feet. A Rhodan trolling motor, JL Audio system, Garmin electronics suite, custom cockpit seating, and Gemlux hardware sit alongside a Mercury 300 V8 with just 115 hours.

SOLAR, VERIFIED TWICE Solar yachts attract plenty of attention, but independent testing remains rare. In this exclusive interview, BoatTEST co-founder Jeff Hammond sits down with Silent Yachts' Steve Bell to discuss third-party verification, the Silent 62's offshore performance, and what thousands of miles under way revealed about electric propulsion.

NO ANNUAL DUES, NO MONTHLY PAYMENTS The Sovereign Boat Fleet's new program gives you access to premium boats and only charges for the days you actually use the boat. This is an ideal program for Snowbirds who are only in Florida for a limited time, or active professionals who find they are free at the last moment.  

START SMALL The Great Loop has become a magnet for first-time boaters, but buying a six-figure yacht before learning the basics can be an expensive education. One veteran cruiser argues that the smartest Loop boat might be the one bought simply to make mistakes on first.

ALLIGATOR GROCERIES Episode 98 finds the Boomershines docking SeaSHINE at Green Turtle Bay Marina on Lake Barkley, backing the 18-foot-wide boat into a 20-foot slip with a foot of clearance on each side and 20 mph gusts working against them. Between that and an oil change on the generator, there's a stop in town for fried pork chops and a look at a grocery store stocking gator and frog legs.