LeComte Northeast 38: A Classic 1960s Fiberglass Cruiser The 1950s and 1960s marked a golden era in sailboat design, driven in large part by the arrival of fiberglass as a practical boatbuilding material. Fiberglass relaxed many of the constraints of wood and enabled designers and builders to experiment with new shapes, lighter structures and production … Read more

Actisense EMU-1 Engine Monitoring Unit — Overview The Actisense EMU-1 is a compact, digital engine monitoring module designed to convert traditional analog engine signals into digital data compatible with NMEA 2000 displays. This unit enables boat owners and technicians to view critical engine information on any NMEA 2000-compatible multi-function display, providing a cleaner, centralized dashboard … Read more

Navigation in the fourth dimension DIMENSION: C-MAP’s new 4-D electronic charting software introduces time as the “fourth dimension,” bringing chart updates and route planning to a new level. According to Jeppesen Marine, the software will be updated two or three times a year—more frequently than competing navigation software—ensuring charts, hazards and routing data remain current. … Read more

CONNECTICUT BROKER FOR VICEM Turkish builder Vicem Yachts has appointed a new Connecticut dealer this spring. Vicem is known for hand-crafted, stylish motor yachts ranging from 34 to 150 feet, with models that span sportfishing boats to comfortable cruisers—the 58 Classic Express is a representative example. The company emphasizes traditional workmanship blended with modern systems … Read more

The Pacific Northwest is a region of dramatic beauty and equally formidable conditions. Rocky shorelines, hidden logs and remote anchorages—many reachable only by boat—demand vessels that are sturdy, seaworthy and practical. Long rainy seasons and chilly temperatures make an enclosed helm essential for comfort, while long distances between ports reward boats with generous fuel capacity. … Read more

HydraSports 5300 Sueños — Largest Production Center Console HydraSports Custom has unveiled its largest production center console to date: the 5300 Sueños. Measuring 52 feet, 11 inches in length overall with a 13-foot beam, the 5300 is a substantial step up from the builder’s previous flagship and is designed to deliver long-range capability, offshore seakeeping … Read more

The Pilgrim: Dana Point’s Beloved Tall Ship Sinks at Its Berth The Pilgrim, the full-scale replica of the brig made famous in Richard Henry Dana’s maritime memoir Two Years Before the Mast, sank at its berth in Dana Point Harbor after listing to starboard over the weekend. The vessel has been an iconic presence at … Read more

Glider Yachts Launches Funding Round for SL24 Sports Limousine British builder Glider Yachts has opened a funding round for its newest Sports Limousine, the SL24. The company positions the SL24 as a high-performance, comfortable yacht that blends speed with refined onboard comfort. According to Glider, the model is powered by four common-rail diesel engines and … Read more

Anna Tunnicliffe Wins Laser Radial Gold at Hyères ISAF Sailing World Cup US Sailing team AlphaGraphics member Anna Tunnicliffe (Plantation, Fla.) claimed another major international victory in the Laser Radial, taking gold at the Hyères regatta in France. The event, held as part of French Olympic Sailing Week and the ISAF Sailing World Cup circuit, … Read more

I recently accepted an invitation from my Patagonian neighbors to visit their daughter, who lives on the island of Chiloé across the Gulf of Corcovado, the channel that separates the island from mainland southern Chile. I have known Mónica since she was a girl, so it was a pleasure to spend time at her home … Read more