Boston Whaler 13 — A Classic Among Classics Since 2012, Soundings has celebrated the beauty and history of classic boats in every issue. Each feature pairs an evocative line drawing by Jim Ewing with a well-researched, richly written description by contributor Steve Knauth. That long-running column has become a small archive of boat design, craftsmanship, … Read more

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) — October 28 to November 1, 2020 The 61st annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) will take place from October 28 through November 1, 2020. This long-running event showcases a wide range of boats and yachts, from compact coastal cruisers to large luxury yachts, alongside the latest industry … Read more

Heesen Navigates New 265-Foot Superyacht Galactica Through Dutch Waterways The Netherlands is home to many prominent superyacht shipyards, some situated well inland. Building yachts far from open sea presents a unique set of logistical challenges when it comes time to move a newly completed vessel to saltwater. Earlier this month one of the country’s best-known … Read more

Holland 32: Glenn Holland’s Iconic Down Easter Lobster Boat The Holland 32, the signature lobster boat designed by Glenn Holland, stands as a classic example of Maine’s Down Easter tradition. Its lines combine practical workboat virtues with an aesthetic that appeals to those who appreciate traditional New England boatbuilding. Derived from an earlier 30-foot design, … Read more

E15 Gasoline and Boaters: Risks, Labeling, and What You Need to Know The Trump Administration recently approved year-round sales of gasoline blended with up to 15 percent ethanol (commonly called E15). While this fuel is legal for many automobiles, it is explicitly prohibited for use in recreational boats and has the potential to cause serious … Read more

In 1960, Cornelius “Connie” Ray partnered with his college friend Arch Mehaffey to enter the fiberglass boatbuilding business. The two men took over an existing operation called Carr Craft — a builder that, at the time, even produced fiberglass coffins — and moved their new venture into an abandoned potato warehouse in Oxford, Michigan. From … Read more

John Gardner Small Craft Workshop at Mystic Seaport — June 6–7 Nearly 100 small boats will gather along the Mystic River in Connecticut for the John Gardner Small Craft Workshop at Mystic Seaport on June 6–7. This two-day gathering brings together boat builders, paddlers, rowers and traditional boat enthusiasts to share boats, stories and skills … Read more

Summertime is prime time for fishing in the cool hours when the seas are calm and the fish are most active. It’s that stretch of sweltering days when you crank up the air conditioning for the drive home and start planning to chase stripers and bluefish at dawn, dusk and through the night. In midsummer, … Read more

SS American Star: A Salvage Tug, a Broken Towline, and an Artist’s Memory A broken towline dangled from the bow of the SS American Star as the ocean liner pitched and rolled in a savage Atlantic storm. The Ukrainian oceangoing tug Neftegaz 67 took a wave over her bow while maneuvering to reattach the tow. … Read more

Two of the major boat-show organizers have introduced mobile applications to help attendees navigate aisles, docks and schedules using smartphones and tablets. Show Management’s MyBoatShow is a free app for iPhone, iPad and Android devices that will officially launch at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, scheduled for Oct. 27–31. The app is built to … Read more