VOTE FOR THE BEST DOCK AND DINES Thank you for nominating your favorite waterfront restaurants for the Third Annual Soundings Readers’ Choice Awards. Your nominations helped build a strong field of waterfront dining options, and now it’s time to choose the winners. Use the official online ballot to cast your vote in one or all … Read more

Hinckley’s Picnic Boat—the model that helped establish the builder’s reputation in powerboating—is celebrating its 30th anniversary. First introduced in 1994, the Picnic Boat quickly became known for its blend of seaworthy performance, refined styling and an emphasis on onboard comfort. To mark three decades of this influential design, Hinckley Yachts has launched the Picnic Boat … Read more

Puget Sound Rescue: Boat Crew Saved After Wave Shatters Windshield on Axopar 37 A group of boaters in Puget Sound required immediate assistance after a large wave smashed the windshield of their Axopar 37, allowing water to flood the cabin and short out the vessel’s radio. The US Coast Guard’s Sector Puget Sound received a … Read more

Waterfront Estate with Deep-Water Dock and Deeded Private Beach Access Set on 200 feet of pristine shoreline, this distinguished waterfront estate is a rare offering for those who value both luxury living and direct maritime access. The property features a substantial 120-foot deep water dock that provides 240 feet of usable dockage and a protected … Read more

Cole Brauer Finishes Global Solo Challenge in A Coruña — Second Place and a New Class40 Record When Cole Brauer crossed the finish line of the Global Solo Challenge in A Coruña, Spain, early this morning, she was greeted by a crowd of fans, friends, and family she had not seen in four months. Among … Read more

Sirena 48: A Compact, Light-Filled Cruiser from a Turkish Shipyard The Sirena 48 arrives from a respected Turkish shipyard as the builder’s smallest model to date. At 52 feet 7 inches overall (LOA) and a beam of 16 feet 5 inches, this Germán Frers–designed yacht combines modern styling with practical, space-efficient layouts. The design is … Read more

Missing Cruising Sailors: Ralph Hendry and Kathy Brandel — Authorities Investigate After Abandoned Catamaran Found The family of two experienced cruising sailors who disappeared and are feared dead has appealed to the cruising community to “stand down” and allow local authorities to carry out their investigation. Ralph Hendry and Kathy Brandel were last associated with … Read more

Yamaha Marine Unveils Hydrogen-Powered Outboard Prototype at 2024 Miami Boat Show At the 2024 Miami International Boat Show, Yamaha Marine showcased a prototype hydrogen-powered outboard built in collaboration with Regulator Marine and Roush Performance. The project converts Yamaha’s 450-hp XTO outboard to run on hydrogen and demonstrates the company’s early efforts to explore alternative fuels … Read more

Haddam Riverfront Estate — Luxury Home on the Connecticut River This distinguished Haddam estate captures the best of riverfront living in Connecticut. Set on four private acres, the property offers a peaceful, natural setting with direct access to the Connecticut River and easy access to the region’s recreational opportunities. Designed for comfortable, elegant daily living … Read more

Robert B. Dance: “Storm on Machias Bay” and a Life Devoted to Maritime Painting In Storm on Machias Bay, Maine, Robert B. Dance captures the raw force of a coastal storm with a combination of precise boat knowledge and a painterly sense for atmosphere. The composition centers on a red Downeast‑style lobster boat cutting through … Read more