The new Eastern 27 Tournament is a Downeast design that is a good seakeeping boat for offshore fishing at an affordable price.
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BoatTEST Newsletter July 31, 2023

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Eastern Boats 27 Tournament

Tough, Fuel-Efficient Downeast Fishboat

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The Eastern Boats 27 Tournament is a Downeast-style fishing boat with a flared, upswept bow to take on tall seas. A hard-chine hull with a modest 12-degree deadrise at the transom makes her quick-planing, stable and fuel-efficient. Range exceeds 300 statute miles at 30 mph (26.6 knots) with twin 200-hp Suzukis.

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Aquila 32 Sport

Two Hulls Can Be Better Than One

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The Aquila 32 Sport proves once again that for many powerboat applications, two hulls really are better than one. She’s strong on stability, quick to plane and delivers economical performance for the genre powered by twin 300-hp Mercury outboards.

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Aviara 32 OB

Dayboating in Grand Style

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The Aviara 32 OB is a U.S. build with Euro styling and elegance extending even to the Italian design of the steering wheel. She’s also a strong performer with a top speed of over 50 mph powered by twin 300-hp Mercury outboards. See our full tests.

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A Video Report

"Castaway" in Real Life:

Three months drifting at sea...

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A sailor attempting to sail between Mexico and French Polynesia has been rescued after spending three months stranded at sea with his dog, Bella. Australian adventurer Tim Shaddock, 54, reported surviving on raw fish and rainwater throughout the ordeal. See the amazing details and video here...

Equipment

Choosing the Right Anchor — Part I

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You may not need a 10,000 kg. (22,000 lb.) anchor like this mighty Bruce above, but having the right design and weight anchor for your boat is critical.  More...

Boat Buying Advice

Bowriders vs.

Deck Boats

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Bowriders and deck boats look pretty much the same, but when you drill down to the details, there are some big differences. Be sure to know what they are before buying. More...

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Taken from a powerboat staying a respectful distance from sailboat races off the coast of Chicago.

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