Lobster Crate Races: A Beloved Portsmouth Tradition on the Piscataqua River The photograph above captures a moment from June 1988: a young man sprinting across a string of lobster crates anchored between the commercial fishing piers at Pierce Island and Four Tree Island near Portsmouth, New Hampshire. A nearby sign warns “Run at your risk,” … Read more

Photograph by Billy Black — Technical Notes and Visual Approach Photo by Billy Black Image Details and Publication This photograph, credited to Billy Black, was published in the May 2013 issue. The accompanying technical data provides a concise snapshot of how the image was captured, and those settings reveal a deliberate balance between sharpness, depth … Read more

As we prepare to cast off from the Miami International Boat Show aboard the Mag Bay 42 Express Sportfish, I ask Mag Bay President Mike Howarth if he’ll take the helm. “Ain’t no way I’m driving this boat,” he replies. “I haven’t driven a boat in years.” Howarth has been in boatbuilding for more than … Read more

Monk 36: A Cruiser’s Cruiser That Defined the Recreational Trawler The Monk 36 earned a reputation as a true “cruiser’s cruiser” during the 1980s, helping to transform the recreational trawler from a niche concept into one of America’s most popular boat types. With a classic profile and rugged construction, the Monk 36 offered comfortable liveaboard … Read more

Grand Banks 54: New Mid‑Size Model Combines Efficiency, Strength and Comfort Grand Banks Yachts is progressing with construction of the Grand Banks 54 at its Malaysian factory, the third new model from the builder in as many years. The 54 joins the recently introduced Grand Banks 60 and the 60 Skylounge as part of the … Read more

F28 Center Console: An Elegant, Comfortable Coastal Cruiser Center-console boats are especially appealing once their overall length reaches about 30 feet, but well-designed models around 28 feet can deliver many of the same benefits. These boats are typically lightweight, economical to operate and require modest horsepower to achieve satisfying speeds for most owners. Traditionally focused … Read more

Robalo R-160 — Affordable 16-Foot Center Console Built for Coastal Fishing Priced under $20,000, the Robalo R-160 delivers an attractive package for first-time boat buyers, families looking for a small coastal fishing boat, or parents who want a safe, reliable boat for their teenagers. The R-160 emphasizes value, simplicity and practical features that make ownership … Read more

Brunswick Introduces Veer and the Electric Veer X13 at CES Brunswick Corporation unveiled a new chapter in small-boat design at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas with the launch of Veer, a brand created to champion electronic propulsion and sustainable boating. The centerpiece of the debut is the Veer X13, a compact, thoughtfully … Read more

Joe and Gail Trachtenberg: Embracing Boating and Cruising in Retirement Since retiring, Joe and Gail Trachtenberg have expanded their horizons and discovered a new chapter of adventure on the water. What began as a lifelong pastime for Joe has grown into a shared cruising lifestyle that brings family time, new skills and memorable voyages. Joe … Read more

Grady-White Chesapeake 290: A Customer-Inspired Coastal Cabin Boat Celebrating 50 Years Marking five decades of boatbuilding, Grady-White introduced a customer-inspired model that blends practical fishing features with comfortable cruising accommodations. The 2009 Chesapeake 290 is a 29-foot coastal cabin boat built with Grady-White’s signature walkaround layout, designed to provide safe, functional on-deck movement and a … Read more