With a large pilothouse, the no-nonsense Eastern 27 Tournament is ready for chilly weather, wind-driven spray and bluebird days offshore. 
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BoatTEST Newsletter August 25, 2023

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Hello Boater,

Used Boat Prices

 

     How Much is that Doggie in the Window?

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Historically prices drop after the summer season. So, now is the time to start pricing, so that when you stumble upon what seems to be a good deal -- you'll be armed with what the real value is, based on expert data.  Become a VIP Subscriber and get unlimited 12-month access to a huge data base.  More...

Test & Features Video

Two Oceans 555

Designed for Efficiency and Comfort

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There’s a surprising amount of space in the master of the Two Oceans 555. An extended keel ahead of the prop tunnels forces clean water to the props and the tunnel is precisely designed to fit the 5-blade nibral props, resulting in slightly more thrust and more fuel-efficient operation. Range exceeds 1,000 NM at 7.2 knots.

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Equipment Review

Vetus Bow Pro Thruster

Half the Cost of a Joystick

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If you're thinking about retrofitting your twin-engine boat with a joystick, you’re looking at a $20k bill, if not more. A less costly solution — and just as good in our opinion — is a bow thruster. The Vetus Bow Pro Thruster, available from Defender, is driven by a brushless electric motor that provides quieter operation and a greatly extended lifespan compared to older designs. More...

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Test & Features Video

Eastern Boats 27 Tournament

Stable, Soft-Riding and Dry

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With a large pilothouse, the no-nonsense Eastern 27 Tournament is ready for chilly weather, rain and wind-driven spray as well as bluebird days offshore. With twin 200-hp Suzukis, range exceeds 350 SM at a 26.4 mph cruise and top speed was 41.9 mph in our tests.

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First Look

Twin Vee 280 GFX

Offshore, Inshore or Anywhere Between

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This image of the Twin Vee 280 GFX provides a clue as to why cats are so comfortable in a wicked chop. They have two high deadrise hulls with very narrow sections falling back into the water, rather than one hull with sections that must reach out 8' (2.43 m) or more. She also has a moderate 20” (50.8 cm) draft for sliding in close to a remote beach.

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Your Ultimate Trailering Checklist

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Trailering your boat is simple and easy — but as in all boating, there’s a right way to do it and you’ll need to check a few boxes before you leave the driveway. See the checklist.

Seamanship

What You Don’t Know About Tides

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Almost everything you wanted to know about the moon and tides is contained in this short article. It answers some questions that you probably never had. More...

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Boneheaded Boaters

She Had a Bad Day!

This week’s video is courtesy of the Broncos Guru. See the video...

Photo Of The Day

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Sasha and Pepper boating in Pender Harbour, B.C., Canada.

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