Sea Ray 43 Sundancer: Performance, Comfort, and Modern Control The Sea Ray 43 Sundancer blends contemporary styling with advanced propulsion and onboard systems to deliver a capable cruiser for weekend escapes and extended cruising. Built around the Cummins MerCruiser Diesel Zeus pod propulsion, the 43 Sundancer pairs proven diesel power with intuitive maneuvering features such … Read more

When buying a new boat or repowering an existing one, buyers face more outboard choices than ever. Once defined largely by horsepower, modern outboards now include digital throttle and shift systems, advanced steering options like joysticks, higher-output alternators, integrated electronic controls and other features that go well beyond simply turning a propeller. “A decade ago, … Read more

With strong safety measures in place to limit Covid-19 exposure, a scaled-down Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show opened to visitors on Wednesday. The show features fewer exhibits and smaller crowds than in past years, but manufacturers are still using the stage to unveil a wide array of new and refreshed models. Attendees can inspect innovative … Read more

Goodwin Sands: The Shifting Shoal That Devours Ships A hidden menace waits in one of the world’s busiest shipping areas—a treacherous shoal that has claimed countless vessels and lives over the centuries. Its origin remains uncertain, but its effects are undeniable: ships of all kinds have been lost, crews have perished, and wrecks continue to … Read more

Century 21 Sail/Loft Realty For those seeking an exceptional waterfront residence, this one-of-a-kind property offers an unforgettable blend of sweeping views, thoughtful design, and premium amenities. Set on one acre with more than 180 degrees of panorama over the Neuse River and Pamlico Sound, the home provides constant maritime scenery—sailboats drift by and dolphins occasionally … Read more

Steve Brady revived fond memories of his youth by restoring a 1974 Sea Ray SRV180 runabout. As a teenager in the mid-1970s, Brady spent summers blasting around Long Island Sound in a variety of powerboats. One of his favorites was an 18-foot Sea Ray runabout he drove with reckless enthusiasm. “It was silly kid stuff,” … Read more

Brechin Morgan: A Life at Sea and the Art Born from a Global Voyage In 1998, 51-year-old artist and sign painter Brechin Morgan departed from Block Island, Rhode Island, aboard his 27-foot Pacific Seacraft cutter, Otter, intending to circumnavigate the globe. Almost five years later he returned to his Milford, Connecticut home, having completed a … Read more

The sharp scent of fiberglass resin hangs over Steiger Craft, a compact four-acre collection of sheds in Bellport, New York, located on the site of a former wholesale bakery. Alan Steiger, 66, the baker’s grandson, runs the yard today and is helping preserve one of the last boatbuilding shipyards on Long Island. With the Scopinich … Read more

Tunnicliffe and Hutchinson Earn US Sailing’s 2008 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman Honors US Sailing has named Anna Tunnicliffe and Terry Hutchinson its 2008 Rolex Yachtswoman and Yachtsman of the Year in recognition of their exceptional competitive accomplishments on the water during the 2008 calendar year. Terry Hutchinson: From America’s Cup to TP52 World Title Terry … Read more

Aquabotix Introduces the AquaLens: A Portable Underwater Viewing System for Recreational Boaters Aquabotix, a company entering the recreational marine equipment market, has introduced the AquaLens, a compact underwater video system designed for boaters who want a simple, hands‑on way to see what’s happening beneath the surface. Lightweight and portable, the AquaLens is intended to be … Read more