Why do we fish? The simple answers are obvious: the pleasure of being on the water, the thrill of a catch. But those reasons only scratch the surface. For many anglers, fishing is a deeper, almost compulsive pursuit—an activity that narrows attention, sharpens the senses, and puts the mind entirely on the present moment. For … Read more

BACK AT THE HELM Brad Van Liew, shown aboard his yacht Le Pingouin, is a lifelong sailor and a self-described adrenaline junkie whose career spans an impressive range of extreme sports and offshore racing. Van Liew had long set his sights on the BOC Challenge — the singlehanded around-the-world race that would be renamed the … Read more

Mike Wright and Jody Reynolds were asleep in their Syracuse, N.Y., home when a knock at the door woke them about 4:30 a.m. Two police officers stood on their porch. “I wondered, What have I done now?” says Wright, 64. The officers asked whether the couple owned a boat moored at McCotters Marina in Washington, … Read more

1. Regal LX9 The new Regal LX9 expands the builder’s LX series with a modern outboard-powered bowrider. Measuring 28 feet 11 inches overall with a 9-foot 1-inch beam, the LX9 rides on Regal’s updated FasTrac hull optimized for outboard propulsion. Twin Yamaha outboards provide motive power, while the helm features dual 12-inch displays, Yamaha Helm … Read more

Fairline Introduces the Targa 43 Open: A Modern Successor Designed for Day-Boat Performance and Comfort When a successful model reaches the end of its production life, a careful successor is required. Fairline faced that choice after retiring its popular Targa 43, a model that the English yard produced for roughly eight years with about 300 … Read more

Cornelis “Conny” van Rietschoten, known as the “Flying Dutchman,” was the only skipper to win the Whitbread Round the World Race twice. He reshaped ocean racing from a romantic, unpredictable adventure into a professional, businesslike endeavor and mentored a generation of sailors who went on to prominent careers, including America’s Cup veteran Grant Dalton, photographer … Read more

Click to view the full-size photo This article summarizes the refit of Arawak, a 1996 Grand Banks 42, a project launched by the AIM Marine Group in 2013 under the My Boatworks program. The objective was a comprehensive, hands-on restoration with contributions from a range of manufacturers and specialists. After 15 years in charter service … Read more

Brian Goodwin ABYC As Technical Director for the American Boat & Yacht Council, I oversee standards that cover boat steering systems of all types. Regular inspection and preventative maintenance are essential to keep mechanical and hydraulic steering reliable and safe. Start by checking steering cables and hoses often: look for obvious wear, fraying, kinks, chafe … Read more

St. Augustine: A Cruiser’s Guide St. Augustine, Florida, ranks among the finest cruising destinations on the East Coast. Its blend of historic charm, year-round festivals, scenic beaches and nearby golf courses makes it attractive both to visitors and to boaters who want reliable marine services. The city’s timeless ambiance and waterfront setting create an easy, … Read more

Oil painting by William Duffy Gallery owner J. Russell Jinishian remembers the first time he saw a William Duffy painting: a small, quiet work depicting lobster traps stacked beside an old weathered shack. At first glance it seemed modest, but on closer inspection the piece revealed an enveloping light and atmosphere that kept drawing him … Read more