Best bets for used boats
Each month contributing writer Steve Knauth talks to owners about the used boats they bought, how they use them, the upgrades they made and why
Each month contributing writer Steve Knauth talks to owners about the used boats they bought, how they use them, the upgrades they made and why

In the new reality, people are finding that fun on the water isn’t measured in boat size or amenities Recently we had two couples, all
Fort Lauderdale is the center of the yachting universe when the boat show rolls into town. Despite the economy, the event drew more than 250

There’s enough complexity in most of our lives without making our boats overly complex, too. KISS is an acronym well-suited to the world of boats

Ken Fickett, who builds Great Harbour trawlers in Gainesville, Fla., and used to build a line of small sportfishing boats under the Mirage name, is

Sam Devlin, who designs and builds traditional-looking power- and sailboats in the Pacific Northwest, is especially sensitive to owners loading up their boats with systems

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.

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.

Yes, the waterfront experience in Newport has evolved in the age of megayachts, but this little city still has a lot of sailing in its heart.

The crisp, cool days of fall bring boat shows, breezy sailing, angler fishing and peaceful anchorage.

Warm weather breeds bacteria in freshwater tanks, where they create mischief with filters and pumps. Here’s how to stop them.