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
Mark Grady hadn’t been looking for another boat—he already owned one—but a call from boatbuilder Tommy Townsend in Mystic, Connecticut changed that. Townsend told him a 1966, 41-foot Penbo trawler yacht was about to be cut up. The trawler, Annie Glynn, had been on the market for years with no takers, even though the owner … Read more
Onyx M-16 Inflatable Belt Pack Life Jacket — Compact PFD for Paddle Sports and Boating Onyx has introduced the M-16, a slim inflatable belt pack life jacket designed for people who want a low-profile personal flotation device that stays out of the way during active pursuits. According to the manufacturer, the M-16 is ideal for … Read more
