
NMEA 2000 Primer
What you need to know about the backbone of marine electronics.


Starlink is becoming ubiquitous on sailboats,making instant connectivity everywhere a reality. That’s a good thing, right?

Navigation apps for boating continue to gain in popularity. Getting up-to-date information, affordability, and combining navigation with socializing are all major reasons.

New assisted-docking technology can help you approach and leave any slip like a professional.

This season, it’s critical for all boat owners to use and update these systems.

Yamaha’s Helm Master EX brings joystick control to a new group of boat owners.

Garmin’s GPSMap 86 series offers more tools than the average handheld unit.

So many apps now exist for boat owners that they can replace some dedicated helm equipment.

Vesper Cortex combines a VHF RADIO with AIS
technology to make your boat more visible

SiriusXM Marine’s Fish Mapping service uses satellite data to show anglers where the bite should be hot.

An expert can uncover problems before they turn serious and expensive.

There’s no better time than autumn to visit New York Harbor and then cruise north for leaf peeping

A beloved skiff is back in production, bringing a storied Martha’s Vineyard design and its enduring workboat heritage to a new generation of boaters.

The unassuming flatfish is a remarkable hunter that anglers obsess over.

Brechin Morgan draws inspiration from a lifetime on the water, from working aboard rugged commercial vessels to sailing solo around the world in a 27-foot boat.

A maritime attorney offers advice for buyers who lay down deposits for new builds.

Mario Vittone’s excellent adventure from Maine to Washington on an FPB 64.

John Pierce Rousmaniere, sailor, historian, advocate for safety at sea and 2020 National Sailing Hall of Fame inductee, whose books became essential reading for generations

Don’t miss these new models arriving at boat shows this season.

The Formula 387CCF’s upper station adds a new perspective for anglers, but it’s the boat’s ride and versatile design that steal the show.