
Small Boats on the Great Loop
Meet a seasoned boater who ran the Loop multiple times in boats under 30 feet.

Meet a seasoned boater who ran the Loop multiple times in boats under 30 feet.

After 6,800 nautical miles, a 65-year-old is the first to complete the Greater Loop as a solo kayaker.

Dennis Phillips completed the Great Loop in 2007 aboard an 18-foot Sea Ray. This summer, he finished an encore voyage in a 17-foot Bayliner.
Jim Greer’s quest to finish the Great Loop using only solar power is more than halfway complete, the cruising boater reports. Greer’s circular navigation of

After 5,137 nautical miles and nearly four months circumnavigating the Great Loop, a Swift Trawler 34 that Beneteau named The Greatest Loop returned to its
After 5,137 nautical miles and nearly four months circumnavigating the Great Loop, the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 that made the trip returned to its home

Beneteau is promoting its Swift Trawler 34 on a four-month passage of the route around eastern North America The Beneteau Group is known for innovative
The Beneteau Powerboats Division is preparing Beneteau’s latest Swift Trawler 34, appropriately named The Greatest Loop, for her maiden voyage around The Great Loop, beginning

Four years on the Great Loop For boaters with dreams of coastal and inland cruising, Bruce and Susan Armstrong have authored “Coming Full Circle: A

Whether it’s exploring history, adventure cruising or barhopping, there’s a bareboat charter that’s perfect for any mission

After running the Great Loop with her husband and two children, Alison Major was inspired to help others do it too.

A Midwestern couple with an empty nest finds the perfect cruising boat, a Chris-Craft 35 Commander, for cruising the Great Lakes

How to do “The Ditch” without breaking the bank.

Growing the perfect giant pumpkin requires good genetics and hard work. Turning one into a race boat requires something else

French engine manufacturer Nanni is one of the fastest-growing propulsion companies out there, thanks to its compact motors ranging from 10 to 2,200 horsepower. Learn more about this power player here.

Celebrating 70 years of boatbuilding, Formula introduces the highly anticipated 360 CBR, a crossover yacht combining innovation and style.

The 57 Fly, evolution of last year’s 55 Fly, showcases Cruisers Yachts’ commitment to innovation, luxury, and performance on the water.

The 50 GLS combines luxurious accommodations with triple 600-hp engines, delivering comfort and near-50-knot performance on the water.

The Cruisers 50 Fly, younger sibling to the 57 Fly, delivers exceptional design, luxury, and performance in a more compact package.
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