Comparison Test

Sharrow Props Made

for Heavy Outboard Cruisers

The new Galeon GTO is a prime example of the new breed of large outboard cruisers which need Sharrow props to improve mid-range performance about 1000 RPM.

For years boat builders have been trying to build cruisers with outboard power, but the trouble has been that conventional OB props can’t effectively deliver the engines’ power to the water. The most practical solution is not more horsepower, but more efficient props.

See this comparison test of standard props vs. Sharrow Marine propellers on a new Galeon 325 GTO. And, find out how much 1000 RPM in the mid- range is worth. Read more...

New Axopar 28 Cabin:

First Cabin Boat to Join the Fleet

The Axopar 28 Cabin is one of the hottest boats on the U.S. market today. It’s a dayboat with a very open cabin that can seat five people for lunch and sleep two. Check them out SovereignBoatClub.com or call GM Greg Sweeney at 727-200-3474.

Captain's Report

Riviera 43 Open:

Beach Hopping or Fishing — Or Both?

A bottle of champagne, a secluded beach, a significant other . . . just a dinghy trip away with the multi-tasking Riviera 43 Open. More...

Pre-Owned Yacht

2018 Axopar 37 Cabin:

She Can Be Yours Tomorrow

This 2018 Axopar 37’ Cabin sleeps 4 in two cabins, has A/C, and only 350 hours on its twin 350-hp Mercs. More...

Test Video

Galeon 485 HTS:

Escape Room Afloat

With a transom garage for the dinghy, the Galeon 485 HTS is an excellent choice for harbor-hopping, gunkholing and sight-seeing along any coastline. More...

Buyers Guide

High Frequency Radio, Part 1

Why You Need HF Radio for Long Range Cruising

This hundred-year-old technology — Single-Sideband Radio (SSB) — still displays some impressive advantages over sat-com and other methods of offshore communication — learn why. More...

Powerboat Basics

How to Trim Outboards and Sterndrives

The tilt is adjusting the outboard or sterndrive out of the water.

This is one of the best videos we’ve ever seen explain outboard or lower unit sterndrive trim. Watch it a couple of times and become an expert. More...

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