NEW TEST VIDEO. With an extended see-through hardtop with a sliding sunroof and lounging areas fore and aft, the Aquador 250HT can fill the role of a spacious dayboat or button her up and she becomes a weekender or longer cruiser. Decking is a resin/teak sawdust composite.
COMPARISON VIDEO. There’s a “Goldilocks” boat for every family, with just the right features, space and performance at the right price. Check out Capt. Trip’s report on three Boston Whalers, the 250 Dauntless, the 280 Dauntless and the 330 Outrage, to see if one might be the perfect fit.
TEST & FEATURES VIDEO. The Orion 8 (26’9” LOA) is an upscale recreational RIB built in Turkey by Northstar, a division of Marintek’s RibTech Division. She has a stepped hull designed by Andrew Younger, known for designing championship racing powerboats, and she delivers in rough water. See the impressive test here.
Sharrow Boosts Fuel Economy & Range on Duckworth 30
TEST VIDEO. A Duckworth 30 with twin 300-hp Yamahas run by professional fisherman Tom Nelson once again proves the amazing fuel efficiency of the innovative Sharrow propeller, boosting fuel economy and range 20 to 25% in the often challenging waters of the Pacific Northwest. The boat stays on plane at lower rpm, a big plus in rough water.
PRE-OWNED YACHT. STAY SALTY was refitted this year. She now has two full-beam masters, a skylounge with bar and four refurbished guest staterooms below. Her hull is wrapped in an elegant grey vinyl and her transom is outfitted with water toys and an inflatable beach club. Twin MTU diesels give her a 10.5 knot cruising speed.
CRUISING. Nantucket Island offers a blend of natural beauty and rich maritime history. Attractions like the Whaling Museum and Brant Point Light add to the charm. Visitors can enjoy fresh seafood and participate in cultural festivals throughout the year, making it a perfect retreat.
HOW-TO. Windlasses are durable equipment when cared for properly — but they’re far from unbreakable. Check these tips on making sure your expensive windlass does not meet an untimely end by misuse or mistake.
SUPERYACHTS. The 439’ (133.9 m) Serene has seven decks, two helipads and a hangar, carries a custom submarine certified to 100 m depth and has underwater viewing ports in her Nemo room. A "snow room" can make up to four inches of snow, while the impressive spiral staircase rises through six decks.
Life is better on a motoryacht flying bridge even when it’s a bit chilly!
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