The spring boat-show season is underway, and a fresh lineup of models is making their U.S. and international debuts. From trailerable day cruisers and mid-size fishing boats to long-range passagemakers, this season offers something for nearly every boater. Below is a preview of 25 new boats to watch on the docks this year, highlighting their … Read more

Speed records have long been a powerful way to showcase new technology—whether a daring Atlantic crossing by schooner or a jet breaking the sound barrier. As electric marine propulsion has matured, attention naturally turned to the fastest battery-powered boats. In a striking development in late 2023, Princeton Electric Speedboating (PES), a student-run club from Princeton … Read more

Boston Lightkeeper Sally Snowman Retires After Two Decades of Service Sally Snowman’s long tenure as the keeper of Boston Light drew to a close on December 31, marking the end of an era for one of America’s most storied lighthouses. Snowman, who became the 70th keeper in 2003, served as a living link between a … Read more

Monet’s Studio Boat and the Joys of Seeing the Water Differently The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia houses roughly 4,000 works of art, including about 900 paintings, and its collection is often valued at around $25 billion. On a cold January afternoon, moving quickly through the galleries before closing, I paused when a small, odd-looking boat … Read more

AIM Media’s Marine Group dominated the 31st annual Boating Writers International (BWI) awards, taking eight of 16 categories and earning 33 prizes across features, reviews, photography and video. The winners were announced February 14 at the opening of the Miami International Boat Show, recognizing journalism that ranges from seamanship and safety to adventure, conservation and … Read more

The word “captain” carries many meanings. In the military it can be a rank between first lieutenant and major; on a boat or plane it often refers to the person in command regardless of rank insignia; and, more broadly, it describes someone of influence or leadership in any field. For Soundings’ 60th anniversary, our editors … Read more

Targa 32 Review: A Finnish-Built Walkaround Tested in Maine Finland leads the world in per-capita boat ownership and a reputation for building rugged, seaworthy vessels designed for rough northern waters. That pedigree is evident in the Targa series, and when Ben Knowles, owner and president of East Coast Yacht Sales (ECYC), invited Soundings to test … Read more

Taking a few minutes at the start of a project to run quick, rough calculations can save both time and money later. That’s particularly true when working with epoxy—until you develop a feel for coverage and spread, it’s easy to over- or under-estimate how much material you need. The figures below are practical reference points … Read more

Tiara 54 EX Tiara’s newest 54 EX makes its international debut in Miami as the second model in the EX series. This luxury dayboat measures 54 feet, 3 inches overall with a 15-foot, 11-inch beam, and is engineered for comfortable cruising, entertaining and adventure. The layout centers on an expansive swim platform, twin terraces, a … Read more

Vripack Yacht Design in the Netherlands has transformed a former fishing trawler into a refined hybrid adventure yacht for a private owner. The 149-foot, 6-inch Scintilla Maris began life in 1988 as a single-screw fishing trawler and has been fully converted into a personal long-range yacht featuring hybrid-electric propulsion and a contemporary, light-filled interior. The … Read more