Capt. Steve inspects a hull protected by Hull Shield that has not been hauled from a South Carolina slip in one year.
Hull Shield is a new product that uses ultrasonic technology to keep boat bottoms free of fouling. Transducers inside the boat send out positive and negative soundwaves every 120 milliseconds that keep marine organisms, vegetation and even bio-scum from attaching to the bottom. This is a proven technology that works. Get the full story. More...
Free Bird is a well-rounded yacht, good for weekend entertaining and a run from the east coast of Florida to the Bahamas. She’s a rare 45 Yacht with the optional fully enclosed helm deck. Other features include a hydraulic swim platform, a walk-through windshield and chaise-style lounges on the bow. More...
Sovereign Boat Club is now making available three boats in Bradenton, FL, for one membership. Take out a membership in either the Robalo R317 or the Axopar 28 Cabin and receive full reciprocity in the other boat. Memberships are limited. As an extra bonus, all members in either the Robalo or Axopar may also use a late model NauticStar 1810. Never be without a boat when adventure calls on the water. Reach out to GM Greg Sweeney at 727-200-3474 for pricing and details.
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Tiara 43 LS
Day Yacht w/Premium Features
Tiara’s 43 LS is designed to be a premium-level day boat and weekender that can easily master offshore conditions. She’s powered by twin 600-hp Mercury V12 Verado outboards. Highlights include a standard diesel generator, two 16” (40.64 cm) multifunction displays at the helm and accommodations for four below. More...
Fleming’s 58 is designed for a cruising couple that likes to spend months at sea exploring new far-flung destinations. She has a full-beam master and two guest staterooms so she can accommodate visiting family members. Twin engines give the ability to run nearly 20 knots when necessary, but most owners run the boat between 8 and 10 knots. More...
Boats are made up of many disparate parts and materials that are subject to extreme conditions like fluctuating heat, vibration, pounding and more. There are many bedding, caulking and sealing products, each made for a specific purpose. Make sure you know the correct solution for any given problem. More...
For outboard-powered boats including rigid-hulled inflatables (RIBs), a jack plate can be used to improve overall performance because it can raise the motor higher on the transom. There are other advantages as well. More...
BoatTEST’s headquarters is in Newport, RI, so we were particularly saddened last week when a local kayaker washed ashore. As we keep saying: Caveat Kayak — they are the most dangerous things afloat. More...
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