As watersports enthusiasts, we are also boaters, and so we’re always on the lookout for things to make life easier, simpler or more enjoyable on the water—preferably all three. Of course, finding those things in the ever-changing sea of consumer-driven mania can be tough to do, which is why we went out searching for you. […]
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PHOTO COURTESY OF ACR ELECTRONICS ACR Electronics, a pioneer in satellite messaging and the first to enable group messaging, announced its newest Bivy MESH, which takes reliability and functionality even further. Unlike the SOS features on a smartphone, the Bivy Stick offers increased durability and functionality, even in areas with limited or no satellite coverage […]
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Offered by Double R Performance in Hawkstone, Ontario, Canada, this 2022 Nor-Tech 390 Sport Center Console is powered by quad Mercury Racing 450R outboard engines. The engines are dressed in the company’s white “Cold-Fusion” hue with custom-painted accents. For easier times around the docks, the boat is equipped with a bow thruster. Helm station features […]
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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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Offered by Performance Boat Center of Osage Beach, Mo., this 2021 Sunsation 34 CCX center console is equipped with triple Mercury Racing 450R outboard engines that have 55 operating hours, according to the listing. The boat also boasts a bow thruster, Mercury Racing 280-S K-planes and a boarding ladder. Helm station electronics include dual Garmin […]
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It’s 4 A.M. and I can’t sleep any longer. Today will be my second visit to the remote Flamingo region of Everglades National Park; the first time was so unreal that this second trip has literally kept me awake, which is surprising because one of the most incredible aspects of this very special place is […]
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If you walk into the Grant’s Signature Racing shop in Bradenton, Fla., you’ll spy a slew of outboard and stern-drive engine replacement jobs in progress, as well as a few empty transoms and engine compartments awaiting new power. That’s because the majority of what’s currently happening in the famed rigging, service and powerboat renovation outfit […]
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Power-Pole MOVE Brushless Trolling Motor the Most Advanced Trolling Motor on the Market Tampa, Fla. – March 3, 2023 – Since the inception of the Shallow Water Anchor more than 20 years ago, the name Power-Pole has become synonymous with innovation and durability. In keeping with those tenants, Power-Pole introduces a new movement in Total […]
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Some VHFs, such as the Icom M424G, have built-in GPS, eliminating the need to network. Courtesy Icom Special delivery: Sign up for the free Boating email newsletter. Subscribe to Boating magazine for $14 for 1 year and receive 4 bonus digital issues. Today a fair number of marine electronics still use the old National Marine Electronics Association 0183 networking […]
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Offered by Performance Boat Center in Osage Beach, Mo., and ready for its first season on the water, this 2023 Sunsation 32 CCX center console is powered by twin Mercury Racing 300R outboard engines. Per its standard equipment list, the 32-footer is equipped with dual Garmin 8616 GPS units and a Mercury Marine VesselView 508 […]
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Fox Morgan takes a look at some of the best satellite messenger and tracking devices on the market to see how they compare against each other for usability, functionality and cost of use. The best satellite messenger and trackers have come a long way in just a few years since we last looked at them […]
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The upside of testing a 50-foot, open-cockpit powerboat that runs 145 mph on a 36-degree day is that power loss from ambient heat is unlikely. The downside? Running a 145-mph, open-cockpit boat on a 36-degree day. No matter how warmly you dress, the cold will find you. The latest SV 50 from Outerlimits powered by […]
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Satellite phones and satellite trackers have transformed long-distance sailing, with the ability to download accurate weather forecasts, call anyone in the world and track positions across an ocean hour by hour. We guide you to find the best satellite phone or tracker for communication at sea. The best satellite phone for you is the one […]
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We review the best waterproof cameras designed for underwater photography, from digital compact cameras to GoPro gadgets. Being on board a yacht offers access to some of the planet’s most bountiful waters. And whether you’re scuba diving, swimming or snorkelling, a waterproof camera is a key piece of equipment for photographing marine life or wrecks. […]
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Offered by Performance Boat Center in Osage Beach, Mo., this 2021 Sunsation 40 CCX is powered a trio of Mercury Racing 450R outboard engine mounted on jack plates from Bob’s Machine. According to the listing, the supercharged outboards have 140 operating hours. Additional hardware includes Mercury Racing K-plane trim tabs and an anchor windless. The […]
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Garmin Striker Cast Castable Sonar & Garmin Striker Cast Castable Sonar GPS Providing access to Garmin’s cutting edge technologies with the need for a vessel, the Garmin Striker Cast Castable Sonar and Garmin Striker Cast Castable Sonar GPS make it easy to find and catch more fish. Just cast it out, and reel it back […]
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Image: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration New data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration notes that NOAA’s Search and Rescue satellite-aided tracking beacons helped in the rescue of 397 people in the United States in 2022, including 275 individuals rescued in 80 incidents at sea. And so far in 2023, another 22 lives have […]
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Offered through Mystic Powerboats of Deland, Fla., this 25th anniversary Mystic C4000 catamaran is powered by a pair of Mercury Racing 450R outboard engines. The warranties on those engines, which per the listing have 115 operating hours and auto-flush systems, are in effect until February 2025. mysrticc4000_25-01 mysrticc4000_25-04 mysrticc4000_25-08 mysrticc4000_25-05 mysrticc4000_25-06 mysrticc4000_25-02 mysrticc4000_25-07 Features of […]
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With 20,000 miles and five months at sea, 70% of their voyage is complete. The leading yachts are starting to show little signs of fatigue, requiring constant maintenance, just as they are undertaking the most difficult part of the course. They had 1800 miles to run between the end of the exclusion zone and the […]
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