Classic Boat: Mainship 34
April 10, 2026
Before trawler-style cruising went mainstream, the Mainship 34 was already doing it right.
Before trawler-style cruising went mainstream, the Mainship 34 was already doing it right.
One of a few survivors of its kind, this workhorse sailed in the last U.S. commercial fleet.
With a Ray Hunt hull and Ted Hood overseeing construction, this semi-custom powerboat floated the dreams of many anglers. Illustration by Jim Ewing
A 1985 Groverbuilt 28 rocks a new look following a thoughtful restoration.
When it debuted in 1997, the Formula was an instant hit on the high-performance circuit.
A Prohibition-era designer built this beautiful boat in 1959.
This classic wooden boat has survived for over a century.
Strong bones and dutiful owners kept
a classic Alaskan tug on the water.
The classic Marlow 65 features one of the finest hull designs by David Marlow.
Marine Travelift has been changing how yards, boatbuilders and marinas get things done for almost 70 years
Jeff Northrop helped reshape inshore angling when he introduced flats boats to the region.
J Craft’s swift speedboat, the Torpedo RS, embarks on a maiden voyage from Sweden to France.
Repainting is not always a simple procedure. Boat owners need to be decisive to get the best finish.
Two rocket scientists bring a space-age approach to desalination and water filtration.
A double-ender produced for a client decades ago is now a designer’s electric joyride.
A Mag Bay 43 gives a couple the thoughtful design they need to keep their twin boys at ease on the water.
Before trawler-style cruising went mainstream, the Mainship 34 was already doing it right.
From helm to hardware, these innovation award winners reveal smart thinking in every corner.
Design teams are rethinking everything from hull forms to seating plans as anglers demand boats that can run offshore, hit the sandbar and keep the whole family comfortable.
