NEW BOAT. Finnish builder Saxdor has unveiled the Saxdor 340 GTWA, featuring two large lateral terraces or balconies, one of the brand’s signature traits. She also has a full "wheelhouse" with sliding glass doors and sunroof.
SUMMER SAVINGS EVENT. Sea Ray’s premium SLX 400 Outboard is being offered for a limited time for savings of up to $50,000. That is a significant number for a boat of this size and price.
FIRST LOOK. The Tidewater 210 is equipped for inshore angling, with a 17-degree deadrise and sharp chines for quick planing and just a 13” draft drive-up for operation on the flats. She also has an arched sheer and plenty of bow flair. She is one of the least expensive boats in class.
PRODUCT REVIEW. The Seakeeper 1 is designed for boats from 23’ to 30’ (7 to 9 m). It runs on 12 V DC power and draws 55 Amps at spool-up. Its small envelope and flush mount design means that it can be installed in a variety of locations on most boats. It is raw-water cooled.
Inflatable PFDs are easy to wear and can keep you safe in protected waters, though they are inappropriate for open sea crossings. Here’s a quick reminder from retired Coast Guard officer Jodie Knox on how to use them. BoatTEST recommends these unobtrusive PFDs.
Intense heat requires extra precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience on the water. Here are some essential tips to help you stay cool during late summer boating and what to do if someone aboard gets overheated.
FEXAS FRIDAY. Legendary yacht designer Tom Fexas had some very distinct ideas about how yachts should look and was not at all shy about expressing them. See his take on what he called the “Blobism” of Italian yacht design for a certain era — thankfully long past — which he said created boats in need of liposuction.
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