Phoenix soars above many production boats
September 28, 2012
Buying a stock fiberglass boat is a pretty safe undertaking. You know what you’re getting, and since production boats are designed to appeal to the
Buying a stock fiberglass boat is a pretty safe undertaking. You know what you’re getting, and since production boats are designed to appeal to the
Builders are descending on the fall boat shows with a fresh lineup of cutting-edge powerboats. New boats are back in town. Builders will come to
Sooner or later your boat-handling skills will be put to the test. Is your boat up to the task, and will you be on your
If the idea needed reinforcement, there’s been plenty of it in the news recently — big ship or small boat, there’s no room for complacency
Conducting a comprehensive sea trial is essential when buying a new or used boat. Do it right and you’ll obtain the data you need to
When it comes to hull design, a smooth-riding boat is not only more comfortable but is also safer Seldom can the heart and mind be
The boatbuilding industry holds a trade show every year called the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference, or IBEX. Although there are few boats on display,
The quest for speed has long been a sort of Holy Grail in powerboating, and the stepped hull has played a role in that pursuit.
Michael Peters Yacht Design in Sarasota, Fla., is well-known — and well-regarded by me — for its high-performance conventional and stepped-bottom hulls. Peters has been
If you’ve been thinking about a traditional-looking, economical boat from 18 to 35 feet and appreciate a little intelligent engineering and 21st century construction, read
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A Greenwich architect designs a floating sauna for coves and harbors.
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Smart maintenance can keep your ground tackle ready for calm nights or sudden blows.
Informed by decades of owner feedback, this new build refines a proven formula for serious cruising.
From hull design to onboard flow, these legendary powerboats prove that great cruising never goes out of style.
Living aboard is a dream for many boaters. The people who’ve done it share what they’ve learned along the way.
A 50-knot top end and a cockpit built for entertaining make the Tiara 46 LS an exciting addition to the Luxury Sport line.
Failure to check an engine gauge turned into a humbling lesson complacency at the helm.
