
Designing from scratch
I enjoy drawing by hand, although my office only issues drawings in some form of CAD. My first step in a new design is to

I enjoy drawing by hand, although my office only issues drawings in some form of CAD. My first step in a new design is to

Mark Ellis is well known in New England power and sail circles for his efficiently propelled and neoclassical designs. Born 69 years ago in Watertown,

Seattle-based Blue North — with interests in timber, agriculture, boatbuilding and fishing — describes itself as a “sustainable resource company.” But this company does more

My family and I recently had the use of Back Cove’s new Downeast 37, the Maine builder’s fresh take on its original 37. We ran

When I visited Eastern and Seaway boats in early 2011, the company was struggling to make a comeback from the recession. It had gone from

Before Soundings editor-in-chief Bill Sisson asked me to write about the new Jupiter 41 Sportbridge, its enclosed deckhouse had already caught my attention from among

Thinking about your next boat? Here’s what you’ll see at the upcoming shows Fall means boat show time, and our annual powerboat preview this year

Soundings at 50 – Celebrating a half-century of boating I had fun perusing the first issue of Soundings, which included the ads you see here.

Today’s models are faster, more luxurious and technologically advanced, but can they be called ‘trawlers’? The sun was just rising as we spotted the R

The smart design and smooth ride make it an offshore winner I spent some time on the new Hunt 44 last summer and came away

Maritime artist Jan Min creates dreamlike watercolor compositions

As boaters continue to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday, there’s no better time for a cruise to Boston, where the nation’s history is just steps from the dock.

When the forecast turns ugly, the Targa 41 inspires confidence, delivering the solid, comfortable ride that has defined the brand for decades.

This express cruiser hit the market in 1979, was an almost instant hit, and stayed in production for a long time.

A 1985 Groverbuilt 28 rocks a new look following a thoughtful restoration.

What many of us cherish most about time on the water are the people with whom we share it.

Mary and Chris Kelleher refurbished their Krogen 36 Manatee for their Great Loop adventure.

Before water skiing, aquaplanes skimmed across lakes and bays nationwide, launching one of America’s earliest boating crazes.

With the boating season in full swing, our editors make the case for visiting their local waters.

With Chris DiMillo at the helm of Hunt Yachts, this classic brand is good hands.