Vicem Shipyard Shifts GearsOctober 31st 2009
Exquisite Turkish classics gain new leadership and long-term superyacht aspirations.
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Somewhere along the way to the current state of the tow boat market, we forgot that less can be more. Somewhere along the way, splashy graphics and colors not found in nature came to be the norm in tow boats, ...
Yamaha 242 Limited, a Jet-Propelled Series Design
Everything that really sets the 242 Limited S apart in the very cluttered universe of mid-price, mid-sized family boats is possible because of its inboard jet propulsion system, including its lower-than-average price. [caption id="attachment_26112" align="aligncenter" width="550" caption="One of four new models ...
Exceeding Expectations, the Galati Way: Part 2
(For the beginning of this article, read Part 1.) Reflecting on the statistical likelihood of a family businesses failing when passed to the next generation, Mike Eiffert said that the Galatis had beaten the odds because their parents instilled in them ...
Exceeding Expectations, the Galati Way
First impressions make a difference for reporters as well as potential customers. Let's take a look at what showed up in my notebook after I reached the Tampa branch office of Galati Yacht Sales: [caption id="attachment_26297" align="aligncenter" width="550" caption="Anna Maria offers ...
Anegada, the Hidden British Virgin Island
My two favorite things about the British Virgin Islands are the proximity of its islands, which make navigation by sight possible, and its well-protected harbors, which let you hide from snotty weather. How interesting, then, that neither of these characteristics define ...
The Glastron GT 225, a Runaway Runabout Bargain
Somewhere on the wake-chopped waters of Lake Minnetonka just outside Minneapolis, I discovered the real benefit of a Glastron runabout. You see, Lake Minnetonka goes off in the summer in a big way. [caption id="attachment_26055" align="aligncenter" width="550" caption="Even in bumpy conditions, ...
Around the Island to Improbable Victory
For at least 30 years, I’ve wanted to compete in a race around the Isle of Wight, the course made famous by the schooner America some 158 years ago. My chance came at last, earlier this summer, and although our ...
Outboard Expert: Five Lay-Up Mistakes to Avoid
It’s mid-October, and up here in Wisconsin it’s time to winterize the boat and get the snow blower started. I’m a by-the-book kind of guy when it comes to maintenance, and that goes for off-season lay-up of my outboard. The ...
Evolution of Women’s Sailboat Racing: The “Rolex” Turns 24
The weather certainly dominated dockside conversations at this year’s Rolex International Women’s Keelboat Championship. Too much wind the first day and too little on day three allowed us to complete only six of a planned eleven races. But the real ...
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Vicem Shipyard Shifts GearsOctober 31st 2009
Exquisite Turkish classics gain new leadership and long-term superyacht aspirations.
Opening Day at Lauderdale Boat ShowOctober 28th 2009
Superyachts, motoryachts, offshore fishing boats, just plain sporty boats...here's a ...
Tweeting Around the IslandOctober 22nd 2009
A sailing blogger reports on the JPMorgan Round the Island ...
Outboard Expert: Watch for Yamaha GamechangerOctober 21st 2009
Boats.com's Charles Plueddeman has a news alert for performance outboard ...
New Catamarans Cruise into AnnapolisOctober 16th 2009
Take your pick: Lagoon 400, Sunsail 384, Leopard 38, Lipari ...
Harken Launches New “Radial” Winch SeriesOctober 8th 2009
Always innovating, Harken rolls out more than the usual new-product ...
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Maristar 200V: All You Need
Properly equipped, MasterCraft’s MariStar 200 is plenty of tow boat to please everyone in your family for years to come.
Properly equipped, MasterCraft’s MariStar 200 is plenty of tow boat to please everyone in your family for years to come.
Yamaha 242 Limited, a Jet-Propelled Series Design
The powertrain on the 242 Limited S truly defines this mid-sized family model.
The powertrain on the 242 Limited S truly defines this mid-sized family model.
The Big Picture: Bi-Coastal Cat Fight
What's the difference between East and West Coast go-fast catamarans? Everything.
What's the difference between East and West Coast go-fast catamarans? Everything.
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