When Ocean Alexander asked designer Evan K. Marshall to develop a new line of yachts to appeal to millennials, he didn’t hesitate to make a bold departure from the company’s traditional designs. The first model in the new Explorer series is the 88’ ¾” (26.84 m) 27E. She has a new look and feel with a voluminous 224.96 sq. ft. (20.9 sq. m) toy-storage area with a mezzanine deck. Launch and retrieval can be accomplished with a portside crane or by submerging the entire platform. More...
The Blackfin 252DC is a salty-feeling dual console that most owners could get away with trailering thanks to her maximum beam of 8’10” (2.69 m). Technically, 8’6” (2.59 m) is the maximum legal lane width, but it would take an eagle eye to notice the difference. There’s good flow from the cockpit to the bow seating area and standard features include an insulated livewell, in-floor storage boxes and lots of rod holders. For cruising, there’s a wetbar with a sink, a private head compartment and chaise-style lounges in the bow. Get all the details at the Blackfin website. More...
Boating industry organizations, companies and individuals are among those across all walks of life coming together to organize relief efforts on behalf of Ukrainians. Many in the boating industry have been closely working with Ukrainian colleagues for years and are in touch with companies in Ukraine. If you want to learn how to help, click here...
The 2017 86’ (26.21 m) Sunseeker, Enterprise, was ordered with custom walnut decking and wenge bulkheads that are normally reserved for larger Sunseeker motoryachts. Her main deck has a centrally positioned dining table at amidships and a spacious galley to port with a curved bar facing the wheelhouse. A private balcony folds out of the starboard bulwark. More...
Singapore has welcomed the first Bluegame motoryacht in Southeast Asia, with the BGX70 generating huge interest from passers-by as she berthed in ONE°15 Marina in Sentosa Cove. Dealer Simpson Marine said the new BGX70 has generated around-the-clock inquiries from existing clients and casual observers. More...
Italian manufacturer Sessa Marine has a teaser video of its upcoming model, the FSX. She’s a modern-looking flying bridge yacht with a large upper deck protected by a hardtop. Her stern garage is designed to hold a Williams jet tender, a dive scooter and SCUBA tanks. We hope you enjoy the stirring video as much as we did. More...
Triple Mercury Racing 450R outboards can generate some serious torque.
Because heavy boats are difficult to get on plane and stay there, horsepower must be harnessed with the proper gear ratios and prop geometry to get the job done. More...
Imagine yourself in a new twin-engine 31' (9.45 m) dual console that is kept handy in a marina just minutes from the Gulf of Mexico and everything that Bradenton Beach has to offer. Day trip to the sandbar for a swim, dock n' dine for lunch at your favorite waterfront restaurant or just cruise the waterways while listening to your best playlist. Join SBC today and live the boating lifestyle. You've earned it. Only a few memberships are available in the Robalo R317 located in Bradenton, FL. More...
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Maiden voyage in our new 270 Dauntless in Destin, FL.
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