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Print magazine April 2012

Grundens Gage deck knife

Grundens USA recently added the Gage deck knife to its product line. The 4-inch blade is made from high-carbon surgical stainless steel and has a

Swobbit surface-friendly washing tool

Marine cleaning products maker Swobbit introduced a microfiber washing tool designed to clean smooth fiberglass, plastic enclosures and acrylic without marring the surfaces. It consists

Local waters April 2012

Essex show returns for a third year Essex, Conn. The Spring Boat Show returns April 27-29 to the Brewer Dauntless Marina on the Connecticut River

A tale of two very different refits

Boat restorations vary from project to project. Some boats might be structurally sound, but need updated wiring and electronics, plumbing or a paint job. Others

Ready for a refit?

How to determine if your boat is a good candidate for an overhaul, and how to find the pros whose work won’t disappoint you Dollars

Painting Michael Keane

Inspired by Catboats

Maritime artist Michael Keane was known for his use of color and fine detail, which imbued his works with a romantic atmosphere. In Reaching Cats, he captures the serenity of a summer day on the water in New England.

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Boat Solar Installation Guide

A well-designed solar system ensures your boat’s batteries stay charged and systems run without noisy generators or shore power. But installation can be complicated. Here’s what you need to know.

A short white motored catamaran on the water on an overcast day.

A Boat for Anne

After his wife had a stroke that made their 50-foot trawler unusable, a husband commissioned a handicapped-accessible power cat. They took delivery in May 2021, and for the rest of the summer, with family and friends, they explored the waters near their house.

Constitution Marina, which accommodates nearly 300 boats, is in the heart of the city and within walking distance of sites such as the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall .

Make Fast in Boston 

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.

An enclosed motorboat cruising through the water in profile.

The All-Weather Targa 41

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

Illustration by Jim Ewing

Classic Boats: Tiara 3100

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

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