BOWRIDER GOES BIG At 44 feet, Regal’s LX43 carries bowrider DNA into larger territory with an enclosed helm deck and two cabins below. Twin Mercury V12 600s push her past 50 mph on Regal’s OceanTrac2 hull. Fold-out aft terraces widen the cockpit at anchor, giving the stern the footprint of a much larger dayboat.

REMOTE LOCATIONS BECKON The 38 Explorer reflects Wellcraft’s long focus on offshore running boats. Her tall bulwarks, protected helm, and wide side decks point toward travel rather than marina life. Triple Mercury 300s deliver the thrust, while the cabin below allows crews to stay out longer when the next harbor is still miles away.

NEW SUV LAUNCHED LAST WEEK CL Yachts has launched the first CLB65 SUV, a 19.7-meter evolution of the builder’s B-Series platform. Her express design emphasizes owner operation, with single-level aft deck, galley and salon flow. Power comes from twin Caterpillar C18 or Volvo Penta D13 diesels with expected speeds above 29 knots. 

PAY ONLY FOR DAYS USED Sovereign Boat Fleet’s new pricing removes annual and monthly fees and lets members choose exactly how many days they want on the water. From single outings to frequent use, members pay only for the days reserved while accessing SBF’s premium fleet in Bradenton/Cortez, St. Pete and Palm Beach.

2,960 HP DIESEL This 2001 Lazzara 94 “Serendipity” carries four staterooms, five heads, and twin MTU 12V2000 diesels rated at 1,480 hp each. Her skylounge hardtop includes a hot tub and bar, while hydraulic transom pods store and launch two personal watercraft. A 2022 interior refit updated flooring, lighting, cabinetry, and furnishings.

E15 WARNING The EPA just expanded E15 sales for the summer, starting May 1. Great for drivers, potentially a headache for boaters. E15 is prohibited in marine engines by federal law, and with more of it at the pumps during peak season, the misfueling risk goes up. Worth knowing before the next fill-up.

BATTERY ANXIETY Every boater worries about dead batteries. The problem is simple. Unlike a fuel tank, a battery gives few clues about what is left inside. This article walks through practical ways captains keep tabs on their battery banks so the engines start, food stays cold, and the bilge pump keeps running when you need it.