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Cruisers Yachts 38 VTR

Five Boats In One 

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FIVE LAYOUTS The 38 VTR ships in five different configurations, from a wide open Base layout to an Aft Bench version built around a wet bar and grill. Swap in the Sunlounge and the aft seating turns into an extra berth. Twin 300-hp Mercury Verados come standard, with a 400-hp option for owners who want more push.

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World Cat 265DC-X

Catamaran Without Compromise

World Cat 265DC-X (2026)

FOURTEEN INCHES OF DRAFT The 265DC-X carries her beam well forward, creating a bow seating area that feels larger than most 26-foot dual consoles. Twin hulls keep the deck steady at rest, while convertible seating, twin baitwells, and a prep station let the cockpit shift easily between fishing, water sports, and time at anchor.

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US Coast Guard Captain's License

Practice Questions 

INLAND ONLY When power-driven vessels are crossing, what does a signal of one short blast by either vessel mean?

A. "I am altering course to starboard"
B. "I intend to change course to starboard"
C. "I intend to leave you on my port side"
D. "I intend to hold course and speed"

Regal 50 SAV

Fishing Rig, Sandbar Ready

Regal 50 SAV-4

BEYOND FISHING A 50-footer carrying triple Mercury 600-hp Verados, the Regal 50 SAV blends offshore fishability with the features expected on a weekend cruiser. Twin livewells, dedicated tackle storage, fold-down side terraces, and a king-berth cabin let the day's focus change without returning to the dock.

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Sovereign Boat Fleet

Reserve The Days That Matter

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BOOK AHEAD Sovereign limits the number of members on each boat, which keeps the online reservation calendar open for long weekends and holiday plans instead of booked out months in advance.

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New Garmin VHF Radios

Record Three Channels At Once

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REPLAY THE CALL Missed a radio call? Garmin's new Signal VHF radios can replay the last three minutes of transmissions while monitoring multiple channels at the same time. The flagship VHF 400 also combines AIS, DSC, GPS, and VHF functions through a single antenna installation.

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Tech Talk Tuesday

When Fillers Aren't Enough

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REPAIR SMART Not every crack needs the same repair. This walkthrough explains why a cosmetic crack on an engine cowling can be fixed with fairing compound, while cracks in high-stress areas require fiberglass reinforcement if the repair is going to last.

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US Coast Guard Captain's License

Practice Question - Answer 

C) "I intend to leave you on my port side"

Under the Inland Navigation Rules, one short blast means "I intend to leave you on my port side" — the standard signal for a vessel altering course to starboard.

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