The cruiser had twin 5.7‑liter engines, and the Connecticut owner enlisted friends to help winterize it. They did many things correctly, according to marine mechanic Erik Klockars, but they made a critical mistake. Although they used plenty of antifreeze, they didn’t realize the engines’ raw‑water thermostats were preventing antifreeze from circulating through the blocks and … Read more

274 Series LED Tunnel Lights with Distinct 3‑D Tunnel Effect Anderson Marine Division has expanded its decorative lighting options with the new 274 series LED Tunnel Lights. Designed as a compact, 2‑inch round grommet‑mounted light, this model emphasizes visual appeal by producing a striking 3‑D tunnel effect in its illuminated face. The effect is the … Read more

Deltaville Waterfront Home on Jackson Creek — 123 Feet of Bulkheaded Shoreline The boating lifestyle drew Bobby and Bonnie Weis to Deltaville, Virginia, the self-proclaimed “Boating Capital of the Chesapeake.” In 2006 they built a comfortable, well-appointed three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home on Jackson Creek that embraces waterfront living and entertaining. Now, preparing to relocate to Cape … Read more

Y721: The Largest Sailing Yacht Rolled Out by Oceanco Oceanco, the Dutch superyacht builder, last week rolled out what is being described as the largest sailing yacht in the world. Registered during construction as Y721, the 417-foot sailing yacht emerged from its shed in Zwijndrecht, near Rotterdam, and was transferred by barge to Alblasserdam where … Read more

Jody MacDonald and the Last Ocean-Swimming Elephant: A Story of Adventure Photography and Conservation Adventure photographer Jody MacDonald spent a decade living at sea, sailing around the world aboard a 60-foot catamaran while co-owning an international kiteboarding expedition business. Her life on the water gave her rare access to remote places and wildlife, and it … Read more

Coast Guard Cutter Mackinaw Loads 1,300 Christmas Trees for 2012 Chicago Christmas Ship Celebration The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Mackinaw loaded 1,300 Christmas trees onto the ship at its home port in Cheboygan, Michigan, in preparation for the 2012 Christmas Ship celebration. The operation brought together Coast Guard personnel and local volunteers … Read more

Visitors often call Montauk “The End” because it is the easternmost village on Long Island, and many locals tout it as the “Sportfishing Capital of the World.” But Montauk’s appeal goes well beyond fishing. The surf at Ditch Plains Beach draws experienced surfers from across the region, and the beaches are wide, white and well … Read more

Garmin Introduces GMR xHD2 25-kW Radar with 4- and 6-Foot Open Arrays Garmin has expanded its marine radar lineup with the GMR xHD2, a 25-kilowatt radar system offered with either 4-foot or 6-foot open array antennas. Designed for recreational and professional mariners who need reliable long-range detection, the xHD2 delivers a maximum range of up … Read more

Nautical Flag Etiquette: Size, Placement, and Best Practices for Recreational Boaters Nautical flag display follows traditions that have evolved over more than three centuries, and proper flag etiquette is an important part of seamanship. One clear, commonly cited rule addresses the size of the national ensign flown at a flag staff on the stern of … Read more

Ocean Yachts Unveils Makaira 64 — Semicustom Sportfishing Convertible Ocean Yachts has introduced the Makaira 64, a semicustom sportfishing convertible the builder calls a “high-end semicustom sportfishing machine.” The model is aimed at anglers who want a large-boat experience in a more compact, highly capable package. The Makaira 64 blends refined offshore performance, strong composite … Read more