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Powerboats

A new world order

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

Real-world lessons

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

Semiplaning boats can meet many needs

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 stepped hull has come of age

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.

Passing the stepped-hull test

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

The simple approach to Down East efficiency

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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The Two Ways to Handle a MOB

If a passenger goes overboard at sea, there’s a 40 percent chance you’ll never see that person again. Here are the recovery procedures you need to know.

The Nanni T4.270 diesel engine

Repower Your Boat: Top Tips

Your old engine is costing you more than you think. Here’s what you need to know before you pull the trigger on new iron.

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