Tiara 43 LE Yacht: First Look, Specs and Features

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Tiara 43 LE: A New Outboard-Powered Luxury Express Built for Social Cruising Tiara has long been synonymous with thoughtful innovation and premium build quality, and the new 43 LE (Luxury Express) continues that tradition. Drawing on Tiara’s history of introducing category-defining features—like the 360-degree rotating cockpit seating first seen on the 38 LS in 2017—the … Read more

Probe Finds No Clear Cause for Dive Boat Fire That Killed 34

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Investigation into 2019 Conception Dive Boat Fire Fails to Identify Definitive Cause A 13-month investigation into the devastating fire aboard the 75-foot dive boat Conception, which occurred off the coast of California in 2019 and resulted in the deaths of 34 people, concluded that investigators could not definitively determine where or how the blaze began. … Read more

Stranded at Sea for 27 Years: One Survivor’s Story

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Little Classroom Boat From “Paddle-to-the-Sea” Found on Lake Superior After 27 Years In 1993, second-grade teachers Brenda Schell and Bonnie Fritch of Duluth, Minnesota, led their class in a lesson inspired by the classic children’s book Paddle-to-the-Sea. After reading the story—about a young Indigenous boy who carves a small wooden canoe and sets it adrift … Read more

World’s First 3D-Printed Powerboat Debuts in Italy

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Moi Composites Debuts MAMBO: The World’s First 3-D-Printed Fiberglass Boat At the Genoa Boat Show this weekend, Moi Composites is unveiling MAMBO, a milestone in marine manufacturing described as the world’s first 3-D-printed fiberglass boat. The name MAMBO stands for Motor Additive Manufacturing Boat and the vessel was produced using continuous fiber manufacturing technology. By … Read more

Maid of the Mist Launches Electric Boats at Niagara Falls

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Maid of the Mist Debuts All-Electric, Zero-Emission Boats at Niagara Falls Riding the Maid of the Mist to experience Niagara Falls from the river level has been a cherished tradition for generations. The iconic excursion—operating since 1846—has long been synonymous with the thunder of water, the spray on your face, and the unforgettable perspective of … Read more

Lowrance Hook Reveal Fishfinder Review: Defender Spotlight

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Lowrance HOOK Reveal: Superior FishFinding with FishReveal, CHIRP and Real-Time Mapping The Lowrance HOOK Reveal combines multiple sonar technologies and practical features to give anglers clearer, more actionable information on what’s below the boat. Defender product expert Alex Lyons highlights the value of the unit’s FishReveal technology: DownScan sonar uses high-frequency sound to create a … Read more

Lumitec Poco Lighting Control Spotlight at Defender

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The Lumitec Poco Lighting Control system stands out for its simplicity, flexibility, and modern features tailored for boats. Designed as a 2-wire solution, Poco makes it straightforward for any boater with basic 12V wiring experience to install or retrofit onboard lighting without complex rewiring. Instead of running extra signal lines, Poco uses Power Line Instruction … Read more

Defender Isotherm Refrigeration Component System Overview

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Retrofitting Boat Refrigeration with Isotherm’s Quick-Mount Bracket Retrofitting a Isotherm refrigeration cooling system on a boat has become a straightforward, homeowner-friendly project thanks to Isotherm’s quick-mount bracket. For many owners, installing new refrigeration equipment is one of the most satisfying improvements you can make to a boat: it’s practical, improves comfort at sea, and—done right—can … Read more

Defender Wave Breaker Life Raft: Performance and Features

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Superior Wave Breaker Life Rafts: Offshore-Grade Protection Designed specifically for demanding offshore use, Superior Life-Saving’s Wave Breaker life rafts combine rugged construction with practical features to maximize survivability, comfort, and ease of boarding. Available in sizes that accommodate four to twelve people, the Wave Breaker series provides an industry-leading four square feet of space per … Read more

Lewmar Heavy-Duty Inflatable Fenders for Yachts

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Lewmar Heavy Duty Inflatable Yacht Fenders: Durable Protection for Large Boats The Lewmar Heavy Duty Inflatable Yacht Fender delivers reliable, professional-grade protection for cruisers, sportfish, and large yachts. Built from material that is 30% heavier than the closest competing product and offering 15% greater tensile strength, these fenders are designed to shield your hull during … Read more