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Whole Earth Catalog creator Stewart Brand has spent decades fixing up and living aboard a tug

Whole Earth Catalog creator Stewart Brand has spent decades fixing up and living aboard a tug

As the fall boat show season opens, some of the most exciting new models take the stage. Here’s a sampling of what to look for


First built in 1975 by Chuck Paine to his own design, the Frances 26 is a small, shoal draft double-ended boat with rounded bilges and a transom-attached rudder.

While celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Picnic design, the Picnic 39 debuts as the first Hinckley Picnic Boat with forward seating

Glas Ocean Electric has built a hybrid power lobsterboat as proof of concept

In looks and craftsmanship, the Wheeler 55 is reminiscent of vintage commuter-style yachts

With a design like no other, the Seapiper 37 is one man’s unique version of a North Sea fishing trawler

The Great Lakes 33 was born from Canadian sailor Nick Aitken’s love of trawlers.

The new models are the latest in the builder’s SPX lineup of sporty cruisers

It’s the smallest model in Viking’s convertible fleet, but it punches well above its weight.

The Antares 12 Coupe boasts three cabins for extended cruising capability

To catch more striped bass, fish live bait, work the structure, and wait for dark, because your best catches may be after sunset.

Meet the Revolutionary War-era whaleboat that helped the Culper Spy Ring outwit the British on Long Island Sound.

With thoughtful design and attention to detail, Scout’s 288 Dorado raises the bar for what a dayboat can be.

New rules reverse last year’s rate hikes, but economic fallout won’t be easily undone.

What We Learned About Safety From Lynette Hooker’s Disappearance

Ready to move beyond weekend boating, a New England couple discovers a cruiser designed to keep them on the water longer.

This Cornwall-built cruiser pairs classic lines with all-weather capability.

New technology makes it easier than ever to work (and homeschool) from on board.