The Maritimo M75 is the largest boat to date from this venerable Australian builder. In addition to supersizing a lot of what makes these boats popular with large comfortable spaces, and a convenient central galley, running this boat from the enclosed flybridge is whisper quiet.
The Newport International Boat Show kicked off the fall show season with a nice selection of both sail and powerboats docked together on the Newport, RI, waterfront. This week, we showcase winners of the new products contest, in the gear and equipment categories.
Old world craftsmanship and styling combine with modern technology to deliver a semi-custom cruiser with boundless potential. Check out our exclusive boat test on the new GB 65 Skylounge.
Cruising between Canada and the USA is routine for Northwest boaters from both sides of the border. Are the current tariff battles and rhetoric between the two countries ruining this camaraderie?
Staying overnight aboard a boat is one of the great pleasures of cruising. Fresh ocean breezes and the gentle lapping of the water can soothe you to sleep in a way like no other. Having a comfortable bed/bunk is imperative. Finding the right boat mattress makes all the difference.
Explore the Aspen C110 power catamaran’s efficient proa hull, smooth performance, spacious interior and cruising range in this detailed boat test.
In New Zealand we expected to see some unusual plants and animals. We even saw the famous Kiwi bird (albeit in a zoo) but one of the most spectacular lifeforms we encountered were glow worms. Follow along, especially if you like caves and strange creatures.
Fast, fun and efficient, the Palm Beach GT 50 is more than just a stylish day cruiser. Not only will her sleek lines turn heads wherever you go but, in addition to being the life of the party, she doubles as a couple’s or family cruiser.
Are your boat registration numbers on your dinghy looking frayed or are some of them falling off? I found an easy solution that looks good and lasts longer.
The Cutwater C-288 CB (Command Bridge) is a welcome addition to this line of versatile outboard powered American built cruisers. There are very few trailerable flybridge cruisers in this category and this new dual station model takes it to another level, literally.
After walking through the Riviera 5600 Sport Yacht at the in-water Miami Boat Show on Collins Ave, the guys from Riviera and I set up a plan to test drive the boat in Australia. I got to see how the boat performs by cruising up a river through Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
The 38’ fiberglass catamaran we recently reported on that washed up on a beach is now sitting high and dry on the sand adjacent to the rocks along Edgewater Beach in Mukilteo, WA. A man who gave his name as “Captain Doug” said he was the owner of the boat. He and an associate were working to remove any environmentally hazardous materials. He had pumped…
There is nothing that says you have reached the pinnacle of yachting decadence like boating with a hot tub. How can you manage to kick back in the warm bubbly water, refreshing drink in hand, and unwind from a long day of boating if your boat is only 26’ long?
Well-known marine retailer West Marine recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and hopes to rebuild the company in a better way. This bittersweet news brings back recollections from when I worked there and sadness that my local store along with 52 others is slated to close.
Need to match your tender to your boat? Want a RIB so brightly colored you will never have to search the dinghy dock for it again? If you are trying to find a RIB so distinctive that it will turn heads look no further.
Boutique builder Mikelson Yachts specializes in sportfishing boats that also deliver accommodations ideal for long expeditions. Their newest model, the Maverick 45, flips that around with a cruise first attitude and layout, but don’t worry you can still fish.
The Back Cove 412 takes a proven design to the next level with improved features that will keep this popular model viable for years to come. A single diesel offers fuel economy and range that will please sensible boaters looking to cruise even while fuel prices remain volatile.
After a long and busy winter, I realized that several boat projects had gotten pushed aside. Guilt and dirt pushed me to get help, which led to the wise choice of hiring some young entrepreneurs to help cleanse both my boat and my conscience.
The new Outer Reef 540 Adventure is a stylish cruiser capable of ocean passages that is under development. We caught up with CEO Jeff Druek at the Palm Beach Boat Show for an update on this interesting project.
On the Coromandel Peninsula of the north island of New Zealand there is a unique rocky archway on a beach in Cathedral Cove. You can hike there, but why not take a boat?