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Riviera 585 SUV

New Robust SUV for Blue Water

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...

Test Video

Chaparral 300 OSX

Loaded Bowrider w/Standard Hardtop

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...

Test Video

Galeon 325 GTO

Premium Sportscar on the Water

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...

Gearing Up

Top Choices in Foul Weather Gear

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...

Boat Buying

When Is the Best Time of Year to Buy a Boat?

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...

Life is Better on a Boat

USCG Rules of the Road Require Keeping a Sharp Lookout at all Times, and Oliver complies with alacrity.  

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