Tracy Edwards and the Remarkable Story of Maiden Tracy Edwards, born in Pangbourne, England, emerged from a nonconformist youth to become one of the most influential figures in modern sailing. Expelled from school at 15, she left home to backpack across Europe and, at 17, took a job as a stewardess on the Greek yacht … Read more

Sea Ray Unveils SLX 260 and SLX 260 Outboard with Fresh Styling and Modern Features Sea Ray has expanded its premium SLX lineup with two new additions: the SLX 260 and the SLX 260 Outboard. Both models adopt updated design language first introduced on the Sundancer 370 Outboard in 2021, including an S-sheer profile, a … Read more

Solar-Powered, Uncrewed Vessel Crosses Atlantic: A Milestone for Autonomous Boating Imagine a future in which two people can share a long ocean passage and both sleep safely through the night because their boat is powered by solar energy and protected by reliable autonomous systems. That future is arriving sooner than many expect. Pieter-Jan Note, co-founder … Read more

Beware of Third-Party Renewal Notices for USCG Certificate of Documentation Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatU.S.) is warning vessel owners to be cautious when they receive renewal notices in the mail that appear to be from the U.S. Coast Guard National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC). While the Coast Guard does send official renewal … Read more

Pilot Whales Swim Alongside Tourist Boat in the Maldives A boatload of tourists aboard Shadowpalm Tours in the Maldives received an unexpected marine encounter when a pair of short-finned pilot whales began swimming close to the vessel’s bow. What started as a routine sightseeing trip turned into a memorable wildlife moment as the whales paced … Read more

Vita LION Electric Flagship to Be Built at Historic Hodgdon Yachts in Maine Electric boat manufacturer Vita has confirmed that its 10.5-meter (34 ft 5 in) flagship, the LION, will be constructed at Hodgdon Yachts in East Boothbay, Maine. Hodgdon, founded in 1816 and still family-owned, is the oldest continuously operating shipyard in the United … Read more

Trawlerfest Anacortes 2022 — A Complete Guide for Cruising Enthusiasts Trawlerfest Anacortes 2022 brings together both new and pre-owned cruising powerboats, hands-on demonstrations, and in-depth education for captains and crews. This gathering is designed for anyone who enjoys long-range cruising, passagemaking, or simply wants to learn more about the latest marine products and services from … Read more

He had enormous hands, fingers as thick as quarters: scarred, scratched, calloused and rough. A handshake felt like grabbing a catcher’s mitt. Yet with those hands he could tie intricate fishing knots, repair almost anything, and drive whatever vehicle was in front of him—whether it flew, floated or rolled. He opened an autobody shop when … Read more

FortNine Acquires Defender Industries, Bringing Modern E-Commerce to a Marine Mail-Order Icon In February, Canadian online retailer FortNine announced the acquisition of Connecticut-based Defender Industries, a long-running supplier of boat gear, inflatables and outboard motors that has served boaters since 1938. At first glance the match may seem unusual—FortNine is best known as a top … Read more

Once confined to chores like trolling and powering tenders, electric outboards are increasingly available with higher horsepower, bringing greater speed and capability to larger boats. But how far can electric outboards realistically take us? Advances in motor design are clear, yet battery capacity, cost and range—especially at high speed—remain the key hurdles. Electric outboards offer … Read more