The new Riviera 585 SUV will be making its North American debut at this year’s Ft. Lauderdale boat show. For people interested in an express with the bones of a convertible, this vessel must be seen. There’s nothing like her on the market. She has an 18’7” (5.66 m) beam, a 73 sq. ft. mezzanine deck (aka Outdoor Salon), a 91 sq. ft. cockpit adjoining a 60 sq. ft. stern platform and three ensuite staterooms. See Our New Video...
With a standard fiberglass hardtop with sunroof, boarding door, twin Simrad 9” MFDs, premium helm seating and overnight accommodation for two below, the Chaparral 300 OSX is a bowrider with a lot more to offer than most in class.See Our Video...
Fit, finish and equipage at the helm of the Galeon 325 GTO is akin to a luxury European automobile, marking her as a premium-class build. Unusually large hullside windows bring abundant light to the cabin and performance is spritely with twin 350-hp outboards.See Our Video...
Foul-weather boating is on the way, which means it’s time to renew your foul-weather gear. Here are some of the best, whatever your budget. (Tip — cheap raingear is usually a poor investment.) More...
Product Review
Vetus Bow Pro Thruster
The Vetus Bow Pro Thruster is not just for docking — the powerful and efficient brushless motor and precisely engineered propeller allow holding position almost anywhere despite wind and current. Proportional control allows applying just the power needed for effortless close-quarter handling. More...
Surprisingly, the best time to buy is the worst time to go boating in most of the country. Check out this sage advice from Sean Horsfall at Len’s Cove Marina on what you can expect in terms of inventory, special deals and pricing. More...
Cruising
The Ultimate Lockdown Cruise
This intrepid family sailed 5,888 miles, from Cape Town, South Africa to the Azores, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic — More...
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