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Jeanneau NC 1095 Flybridge 

Flybridge, Three Cabins 

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TWO LEVEL THINKING At 34 feet, the Jeanneau NC 1095 Fly Series 2 squeezes surprising livability into a compact footprint. Three enclosed cabins, a bright wheelhouse with sliding aft doors, and a true flybridge with a second helm give her two distinct living zones. Twin 300-hp Yamahas keep provide power.  

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Arksen 85 Explorer 

An 85-Footer That Goes Far 

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7000-MILE RANGE The Arksen 85 is an aluminum-hulled explorer intended for displacement cruising, with a stated range of up to 7,000 nautical miles at roughly 9 knots. She is offered with conventional or optional hybrid propulsion and an aft deck sized for tenders or modular equipment. The first hull was delivered in 2023, with more now in build.

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ElectroStrainer® + SeaStrong® Silver Bullet RDP

Protection You Can Count On

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PUMPS PROTECTED Nothing disrupts a day on the water like marine growth or an unexpected pump failure. ElectroSea’s ElectroStrainer® and SeaStrong® Silver Bullet RDP work together to keep your seawater system dependable. ElectroStrainer cuts down on strainer cleanings and eliminates descaling, while SeaStrong Silver Bullet RDP’s Run-Dry Protection helps prevent pump damage before it happens. The result is a smarter, more reliable seawater system trusted worldwide.

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US Coast Guard Captain's License

Practice Questions 

BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel would turn off its sidelights?

A. a vessel trolling underway
B. a vessel that is making way, not under command
C. a vessel that is not under command, not making way
D. a vessel that is underway but not making way

BoatTEST Featured Pre-Owned Vessels

Pre-Owned Yacht Spotlight

2020 Pursuit OS 325 Offshore

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LIFT KEPT This 2020 Pursuit OS 325 Offshore is powered by twin Yamaha 300hp four-strokes with 210 hours and has been lift-kept with no bottom paint. Equipment includes joystick docking, bow thruster, Garmin 8612 displays, helm air conditioning, diesel generator, cockpit grill, refrigerator/freezer, and an electric cockpit sunshade. The cabin layout features a convertible forward berth, mid-berth, galley, and enclosed head with shower.

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Sovereign Fleet & Membership

Sovereign Boat Fleet

Axopar 28 for 4-Season Boating

Axopar 28-NL-2023

MEMBERS ONLY This is the boat that started the new Euro-design revolution, emulated by dozens of builders worldwide. Why? Because she’s remarkably thrilling to drive. For a limited number of SBF Members, for a limited time, this boat can be available for low monthly duyes. Pick your program: 6 Months or 12 Months. She is available only in Bradenton/Cortez, in an excellent location.

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Wrapping the Hull

A Practical Alternative

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CHANGE WITHOUT PAINT Vinyl wrapping is no longer just for race boats and sponsors. From restoring faded gelcoat to giving large yachts a completely new look, modern wraps offer color, protection, and reversibility at a fraction of paint costs. This report breaks down where wraps make sense, how they’re installed, and what they realistically deliver over time.

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Sharrow's New Tow Prop

For 5-Star Wake Surfing 

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TOW SPEED TORQUE Sharrow is expanding its loop-blade propeller design into the wake, ski, and tow segment with the new VX-PRO. Designed for single-inboard watersports boats, the VX-PRO provides higher low-speed thrust, improved control around the dock, and better efficiency at typical tow speeds. Orders are now being accepted.  Each prop is milled one at a time by a 5-Axis router for incredible procision. 

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US Coast Guard Captain's License

Practice Question - Answer 

C) a vessel that is not under command, not making way

A vessel not under command and not making way shows only two all-round red lights. Sidelights are for vessels underway, so they are not displayed.

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