
From Sail to Power
These ex-sailors tell us why they made the transition to powerboats, and how they’re happy with the change.

These ex-sailors tell us why they made the transition to powerboats, and how they’re happy with the change.


Sharing feedback from the boating community of Soundings readers

Thanks for the fine article on Jock Williams of Hall Quarry (“A Charmed Boating Life,” December 2022). He is a Maine legend if ever there was one. Jock is a superb craftsman whose word is his bond, and he keeps his customers forever.

Feedback on favorite dock and dines, readers share photos of their boats and advice for new boaters.

Soundings readers share the locations of their favorite waterfront restaurants

Longtime subscriber Stephen S. Gray suggests his original Able Marine Wolf Class 44 designed by Chuck Paine and built in Maine by Able, be featured in Soundings Classics section.

The next generation of Beneteau’s Grand Trawler series is a worthy
successor to the 62.

Boaters Helping Boaters Conquer the Great Loop

Photographer Onne van der Wal captures the coastal charm of Jamestown in a new book.

Seamanship is a lifelong educational experience. Start with the basics and build from there

Whether it’s exploring history, adventure cruising or barhopping, there’s a bareboat charter that’s perfect for any mission

After running the Great Loop with her husband and two children, Alison Major was inspired to help others do it too.

A Midwestern couple with an empty nest finds the perfect cruising boat, a Chris-Craft 35 Commander, for cruising the Great Lakes

How to do “The Ditch” without breaking the bank.

Growing the perfect giant pumpkin requires good genetics and hard work. Turning one into a race boat requires something else

French engine manufacturer Nanni is one of the fastest-growing propulsion companies out there, thanks to its compact motors ranging from 10 to 2,200 horsepower. Learn more about this power player here.
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