Installing one of today’s advanced fixed-mount marine VHF radios can prove more involved than you might imagine. Naturally, every radio model requires a 12-volt DC power source and a VHF antenna, but ...

Selecting the appropriate marine power is crucial for achieving optimal boat performance. US Coast Guard regulations guide this process on some boats, but among larger vessels over 20 feet in length ...

Full disclosure about Wellcraft’s boats: I like them. I’ve owned ’em, raced ’em, and regretted selling ’em. But I’ve never seen a Wellcraft like the new 38 T-Top. This is a new breed and, not giving ...

Today, many boat buyers seek boats in the 50-foot class. With the introduction of the 495 Flybridge, the builder’s flagship, Nimbus Boats proves itself happy to oblige, and in so doing, was awarded ...

Most boat buyers know Scout Boats—well-built, solid-performing center-consoles, served with a heaping of luxury. So, I dearly wish that I could have been a mouse in the conference room when a Scout ...

The types of emergencies that can occur aboard boats are as numerous as the types of boats and types of boaters. Naturally, our boats should be properly equipped with life jackets for everyone, ...

Boats have long stood as the standard for luxury and value in pontoon boats. From incorporation of digital switching to propulsion to tube design, Harris has often raised the pontoon bar. You can ...

Bayliner was founded in 1957 to bring seaworthy family boats to the water with an ­attractive bundled package, including boat, motor and trailer at a budget price. Today, this brand, now under the ...

Vexus Boats’ VXs21 is a full-size bass hunter aimed squarely at serious anglers. This boat is a pure fishing machine designed for running on big water and chasing big bass. When rigged, like our test ...

How can you not love a yacht with a 23-bottle wine cooler in the owner’s stateroom? Especially a yacht like the new Cruisers Yachts 57 Fly, which has enormous windows in every stateroom, so you could ...

When it comes to premium watersports-specific boats—think top luxury, killer tech and jaw-dropping performance—there are plenty of choices. One not to be ignored is the Ultré 23ZX from Texas-based ...

Punch the throttles at the helm of the Mystic M5200XL, and the acceleration feels so smooth and effortless that you don’t realize how quickly you’re gaining speed or even how fast you’re actually ...