What Happened to Grand Bahama

I have never been to Grand Bahama, well, except when I did a yacht delivery and stopped at West End to check in before heading to the Abacos. Dinner and an overnight at Old Bahama Bay Resort and Yacht Harbour was peaceful and enjoyable, and the pool, beach bar, and beach were a nice way […]

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Mercury Racing 400R Outboard

Mercury Racing’s new V10 400R outboard. Courtesy Mercury Racing The Wide Open gang at Mercury Racing kicked off its 50th Anniversary celebration at the Miami International Boat Show with the introduction of an all-new V10 400R outboard model. This motor will replace the supercharged 2.6-liter L6 400R, a model that may be the best-selling outboard […]

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Continuum Ventures to Invest in Action Water Sports

PHOTO COURTESY OF ACTION WATER SPORTS Action Water Sports announced a strategic partnership with the Doug and Maria DeVos family investment business, Continuum Ventures, to invest in Action Water Sports to advance continued growth and continue the legacy of the company. “Action Water Sports has experienced exceptional growth as a lifestyle brand, serving a discerning […]

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Newport Boat Show dates announced

Newport Exhibition Group announced that its 52nd Annual Newport International Boat Show will take place September 14 through 17, 2023 at the Newport Yachting Center in downtown Newport, R.I. “Last year was our most successful show yet, surpassing even pre-pandemic expectations and proving once again that the Newport International Boat Show is the preeminent destination […]

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California DBW opens grant applications

California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) has opened grant applications to help local public entities enhance safety on California’s waterways and protect them from abandoned and unwanted vessels. The application period for the grant programs, Boating Safety and Enforcement Equipment (BSEE) and Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE), is open from March 15 through […]

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What To Look For When You Need A Boat Yard

Yard Work What to look for in a yard when it’s time to do some serious work on the boat. Boat owners are always tinkering on their vessels, but when the job requires some time in the yard for a more comprehensive repair, there are a few things to consider before using their facilities. Proximity […]

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Action Water Sports partners Continuum Ventures

Action Water Sports (AWS) announced that Continuum Ventures, the investment business of the Doug and Maria DeVos family, is investing in the company as a strategic partner focused on continuing the growth and legacy of AWS. Jerry Brouwer will continue as an owner of AWS and as its president.  “Action Water Sports has experienced exceptional growth […]

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Waypoint: Cape May, New Jersey

Cape May is arguably the first true coastal resort town in the U.S. Find out why it should be on your MFD. Photos by Dori Arrington Just saying the word “beach” or bringing your favorite beach to mind, will ease most people into a pleasant state of relaxation. For many, waves washing ashore on sandy […]

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Sailfish Boats Adds 226 DC to its Lineup

PHOTOS COURTESY OF SAILFISH The new 226 Dual Console from Sailfish sports impressive exterior lines courtesy of a timeless sheerline, gentle bow flare, tall freeboard and shapely transom, which sits atop a Variable Degree Stepped hull for stability and performance. Constructed with Sailfish’s Sailtech process that includes materials like Kevlar, carbon fiber, quad axial fiberglass […]

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Orca Releases Apple Watch App for Autopilot Control

PHOTO COURTESY OF ORCA Norwegian boat tech startup Orca announced its new Apple Watch app that allows users to not only view their boats instruments from their watch, but also control its autopilot, making it the first company to deliver autopilot controls on an Apple Watch. Unlike traditional wireless autopilot controls that resemble TV remotes […]

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Join Me at the American Boating Congress

By Bill Yeargin If you lead an organization and care about the boating industry, you need to join me May 8-10 in Washington D.C. at the American Boating Congress (ABC). It may be the single best way you can help our industry and your business. ABC is a unique opportunity to meet with congressional leaders, […]

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MasterCraft Boats Director of Engineering IWD Interview

International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8 (March is also Women’s History Month). On IWD, we celebrate women’s achievement. The goal is to help raise awareness about discrimination and to take action to drive gender parity. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container […]

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Boatyard: The Rites of Spring

Mike Smith lays out the family benefits of putting the kids to work getting the boat summer-ready. Give that kid a wrench! Fitting-out season was once a time to re-connect with family and friends while learning about boats. Make it that way again. Before the IRS intervened, April was my favorite month. It was when […]

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