Boating3 | 2014
The Liquid Force Fish is great for wakesurfers of all abilities. Its swallow tail design, single-to-double concave hull and 2 1 fin setup make it an ideal platform whether you're learning to wakesurf or perfecting more advanced tricks.
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Ingenious construction and quality equipment make the Veranda perhaps the strongest pontoon boat we've tested.
World Cat 330 TE boat tour
Editor-in-Chief Kevin Falvey points out many of the wonderful amenities aboard the new Marker One M27 pontoon.
The 190 Montauk offers plenty of room to fight fish or boat with the family.
Manitou's 23 XT X-Plode mixes cutting-edge technology with a smooth ride.
The SportsStuff Poparazzi is best for: Multipassenger versatility; those who like the idea of teetering as theyre tottering.
South Bay's 925 Super Sport offers a comfortable, efficient ride.
Do fuel stabilizers actually work? BoatingLAB puts them to the test!
The 315 Conquest is packed with features that make it capable of fishing and cruising.
In the second scenario, the engine is turned off. Is that the safest way to avoid propeller injuries?
Princecraft's Quorum 25 SE is a highly customizable pontoon that offers a solid ride. It's a fantastic boat for those seeking boundless waterborne fun.
The Grady-White Freedom 235 mixes a smooth ride with loads of fishability.
Pontoon owners know that nothing makes a day on the water more enjoyable than adding that other form of "tune" - music. Whether it's used as the b...
Be a safer boater by making sure that life jackets are part of your boating gear.
Sea Tow Central Connecticut's Capt. Eric Dussualt walks you through the steps for safely operating a gasoline-powered dewatering pump which could save your ...
Simrad's NSO evo 2 multi-touch displays provide loads of navigation information that's easily accessible.
This simple tip will help keep you clean while mixing bottom paint.
Yamaha's 242X provides the perfect platform for Danny Hampson and friends to cruise Florida's Intracoastal Waterway for some wakeboarding, wakeskating a...
Airhead's High Roller 2 is full of features that make it exciting to ride for everyone.
Learn why a certified dealer is your best bet when buying or a servicing a boat.
One look at the video of this 'toon, and you'll be singing Fly Me to the Moon. It's one of the most spectacular 27-footers on the water today. Check...
The best dealer makes an orientation to your boat an intrinsic part of the deal.
MarineMax offers several programs that share boating knowledge.
Learn the importance of DSC-equipped VHF radios and how to register your MMSI number.
The Ronix District Combo's smooth rocker along with the variable edge rail make edging very user friendly and predictable.
Larson LX 185 Boat Buyers Guide 2013 Tablet
The Sea-Doo Evo Pro 2 is best for: All-around use; those who like a mix of speed and stability.
Berkshire's 231 RFC STS has plenty of features for anglers and nonfishing passengers alike.
The Gladiator Sonix I is best for: Kids or smaller adults; those looking for a tamer ride.
Beneteau's new Swift Trawler 34 is available with an Elco hybrid system that offers a range of upwards of 18 miles under electric power.
The Cruisers Sport Series 298 offers a comfortable ride and spacious accommodations.
Maximize your safety while boating and fishing with the SiriusXM Marine Weather service.
Liquid Force Hershal Board Shorts are available in the styles you'll look great in.
Malibu's Axis boats are purpose-built from the ground up to deliver optimal performance.
The Premier 275 S-Series PTX is a pontoon with stylish lines and sporty looks. Exceptional handling and numerous entertainment options really make this boat shi...
Trifecta's 23RF T 2.75 neatly combines current trends with old-school pontoon functionality.
The Super Air Nautique 210 is a legendary boat packed with all the high-end features that make it a Nautique.
The EdgeWater 240 IS is perfectly equipped for hardcore fishing and family fun. For more information go to http://www.ewboats.com/.
Tips for safely using a polisher to restore your boat's finish.
The Boston Whaler 370 Outrage's solid construction, luxurious amenities and versatility make it an ideal yacht tender.
Boston Whaler's 240 Dauntless can handle the needs of a variety of boaters with relative ease.
Larson's 23 Super Sport offers sporty looks and great performance.
Chris-Craft's Launch 36 is suited for boating anywhere thanks to its diverse set of features. This plethora of amenities, combined with excellent performanc...
Multiple PFDs, a throwable device, fire extinguisher, flares and a whistle. Will this couple pass their vessel safety check?
With posh seating and plush carpeting, it's like a floating family room. Want to change the view? Put the throttle down and go. Check out the video to see h...
Rolled edges provide for a more surfboard feel for bottom turns and snaps.
Understanding the basics of trailer hitches is vitally important for safely towing your boat.
Sea-Doo's GTX Limited 215 mixes top-notch power, handling and acceleration with a luxurious ride.
This full-featured pontoon handles cruising and tow-sports with ease. Check out the video for a quick look at everything it's capable of.
The Airhead Revolution is best for: Those who like a challenge and have a strong stomach.
BoatLIFE's Release easily removes adhesive and sealant without marring your boat's finish.
This 11' 6" standup paddleboard package includes everything you need for your next adventure on the water. Equipped with a durable backpack that fits e...
With its rugged build and stylish appearance the 240 SCX I/O performs as well as it looks. Watch the video to see all of the outstanding amenities. <br />
A Fraser Optics monolite, Cayman fishing kayak and Third Reef foul weather gear were just three of nine innovative products introduced by West Marine at the 201...
The HO V-Type's rocker line offers a great combination of control and angle out of the turns.
Sea-Doo's spark offers playful handling at an affordable price.
Boasting a fresh new layout for 2013, and combining innovations in seating, style and accessibility, you gotta see the vid to see why we call it "best in s...
Cobalt's CS3 packs quality and performance at an affordable sticker price.
O'Brien's Simple Trainer is a less intimidating platform for kids learning how to ski.
The SportsStuff Poparazzi is best for: Multipassenger versatility; those who like the idea of teetering ... as they're tottering.
The 170 Montauk offers classic looks and modern amenities.
Team MasterCraft rider Josh Palma explains the basics of wakeboarding from setting up the tow boat to improving your stance. Use his tips to make wakeboarding e...
Strategic carbon-fiber elements keep the O'Brien CTP with Nomad stiff and snappy at the wake.
Bennington's 2552 QCW I/O mixes premium features with spacious potential.
The Bayliner 185 has put a premium on space, both for passengers and the stuff they bring along for the ride.
The Stingray 235CR cuddy we tested offered performance, style and comfort. <br />
Starcraft's Majestic 256 Starliner features agile handling and extravagant amenities.
The Princecraft Vectra 25 LT mixes a spacious layout with great fuel economy.
The Connelly Outlaw is an awesome value and unbeatable price combination with Nova bindings.
Electronics experts offer quick tips for making the most of your sonar and chart plotter.
Video shows some amenities aboard the Edgewater 368 that Boating editor, Kevin Falvey tested. A preview to the full review of the boat.
The thin profile and all-wood core help the CWB Woodro with Prizm flex naturally for a lively feel underfoot.
Manitou's 25 X-Plode XT SHP offers nimble handling, thrilling performance and cutting-edge looks.
Liquid Force Simmons Board Shorts are made from an 85 percent polyester/15 percent spandex blend that offers a comfortable fit.
Yamaha's FX Cruiser SVHO combines wicked acceleration with confident handling.
The Boston Whaler 320 Vantage provides a comfortable, secure ride and numerous amenities.
Choosing the right fillet knife makes cleaning fish a breeze.
Check out three of the newest advanced dome radars at the 2016 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show.
See how a stabilizing gyroscope can transform the ride of a rolling boat.
Connelly The Thing can be the most versatile piece of equipment on the boat: Surf, kneeboard, and hook up the handle to ride hands-free.
The Premier 270 S-Series is a fast, agile pontoon with a cool profile.
Rocker line and forgiving flex pattern provide one of the most user-friendly slalom course skis ever.
EdgeWater 388 CC offers great performance, a comfortable ride and loads of storage.
BoatingLab takes a look at the Reactor Graviton 2 watch.
Simple steps for making a cleat hitch.
Can't decide what you love more, fishing or water skiing? You no longer have to choose between them with the Princecraft Sport 172 WS.
The SP Gadgets POV Light brightens any environment, whether you are shooting on land, afloat or inside.
Alcohol is the leading contributing factor in recreational boating deaths. Stay safe, stay sober!
Interpreting navigation lights and executing the correct maneuvers is one of the most difficult tasks responsible navigators face.
Tips to make sure your fishing reel maintains functional drag.
Boston Whaler owners from all over met up for an exciting weekend of boating in beautiful Captiva Island, Florida.
Boating Magazine's Editor in Chief Kevin Falvey presents the 2013 Boat of the Year trophy to the team that built the Cruisers Sport Series 328.
Ski, cruise or fish, the 214 LR Sport Deck is well equipped to please a family and their friends.
The Liquid Force Fish is great for wakesurfers of all abilities. Its swallow tail design, single-to-double concave hull and 2 1 fin setup make it an ideal platf...
This 'toon puts you and your family in the lap of luxury. Yet it also offers performance that will keep everyone smiling. Watch the video to see this 25½-f...
Souping up your PWC to get the best performance? That's so ten years ago. Professional water sports athlete Erminio Iantosca describes the modern personal w...
The Hampton 2485 RL is really rigged out with awesome upholstery, great seating options and performance.
The Parkit360 makes stowing your boat a breeze with its effortless maneuvering capabilities.
The Stratos 186 VLO is a budget-friendly fishing boat full of features for the tournament-ready angler. It offers a smooth, quiet ride from a variety of power c...
The Sportsstuff High Roller 2 is full of features that make it exciting to ride for everyone.
Malibu's nearly limitless custom color options provides each boat with a truly unique look.
Step aboard this 26-foot 'toon, and surround yourself with luxury. Rated for up to 175 horsepower, this Princecraft is, dare we say it, right in vogue. Chec...
Boating Editor in Chief Kevin Falvey gets a demonstration of how Boston Whaler's unique new swim patio works. Featuring twice redundant safety, this cool fe...
High-speed, great looks and inherent fishability mark the Ranger 520 Carbon as ahead of the pack. Find out what makes this boat a top-notch tournament chariot b...
Even an experienced boater can learn much from studying the rules of navigation.
NavNet TZtouch2 is a component-based system that utilizes Furuno's award winning network products.
Boston Whaler's lineup of boats put their quality and amenities on display in the picturesque waters of Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
Here are some important tips to make sure everything goes smoothly and safely when launching your boat.
Instructions for installing a cotter pin through the castle nut on a propeller shaft.
The Radar X-Vest's five-panel design places protection and flotation in all the right places.
Everglades 355 T
Important tips to keep your trailer functioning and safe.
Sylvan's S3 combines a sporty ride with comfortable seating arrangements.
Yamaha's 190 FSH Sport is a jet-powered bay boat full of amenities.
EdgeWater's 335 EX is full of amenities that make it great for long-term cruising and hardcore fishing. For more information go to http://www.ewboats.com/.
The Scout 345 XSF mixes the fishability of a center console and the accouterments of an express.
Increase your knowledge of night navigation when visibility is reduced and become a safer boater.
The CWB AMG offers a hybrid design that allows you to have a skim and surf feel, which is best for expert riders.
Starcraft's MX 25 DL offers creative and convenient amenities.
Malibu's M235 is unquestionably one of the best surf and wake boats to ever hit the market.
With a raised helm and Âcavernous space, the Premier Grand View 290 rates as one of the coolest and most innovative Âpontoon boats on the market.
Fish, ski, tube, wakeboard or cruise – you name it. This 20-footer can do it all. It has seating for 12, so invite the family to watch this video with you...
Inspect fuel fill o-rings to prevent water from spoiling your fuel and your engine.
The Monterey M45 is quick to plane, fearless in turns and rewarding in top speed.
The Cypress Cay Cayman LE 250 mixes luxurious appointments with performance handling.
The Radar TRA's forgiving shape appeals to rookies and young girls advancing in the course.
Animation depicts installation and operation of Seakeeper stabilizing gyroscope that minimizes boat roll.
Team MasterCraft rider Josh Palma offers wakesurfing tips that are great for all riders to practice. Learn proper body position and how to dial in the tow boat ...
Taco Marine's Seaspension seat pedestal reduces G-force by 60 percent in sea trial by Boating Magazine.
Lots of continuous rocker combined with the wide square tip and tail give the CWB The Standard with JT a smooth, consistent pop with a lot of push at the wake.
Liquid Force Harley's dual-lacing system allows you to tighten the upper and lower zone independently to fine-tune your desired fit.
The Premier 260 Grand Entertainer is perfect for bringing a party on the water with you.
The Lowe Victory 220 is a runabout that offers the high performance and forgiving durability of aluminum. It's a boat that's as showy as it is safe, and...
Ranger's Z185 is the ideal custom fisher.
Editor-in-Chief Kevin Falvey walks you through the steps of replacing your outboard zinc anodes.
With a little bit of practice, you will be able to trailer your inboard like a pro!
Sounding the horn and waiting for a response. Is that the proper way to overtake another vessel?
With posh seating and plush carpeting, its like a floating family room. Want to change the view? Put the throttle down and go. Check out the video to see how sh...
The Everglades 360 LXC incorporates luxury and comfort into four sectors.
Premier's 220 Sunspree is a pontoon with quality features that's offered at a very appealing sticker price. It's a boat that offers a fantastic layo...
Boston Whaler owners share their favorite features of the Whalers they own while at the Captiva Rendezvous.
Learn how to solder a PL-259 connector for connecting an antenna to a VHF radio.
Be a safer boater by always having an alternate propulsion method on board.
When purchasing a boat with MarineMax you can count on a thorough orientation that includes an inch-by-inch, item-by-item introduction and inspection.
Biggest Regulator Ever Measures More Than 47-feet LOA
The Grand Entertainer in Premier's luxury line of pontoons lives up to its name.
A low price, high style and big fun awaits the skipper of Cypress Cay Seabreeze 230 pontoon.
The Liquid Force Happy Pill is easy to snap and turn, and is super lively.
Blazing speed, sharp turns and top-line acceleration—how to corral all that power without getting tossed in the drink? Sea-Doo's Ergolock system uses ...
The M27 is an innovative flagship that offers loads of features and amenities.
The PlayCraft Powertoon X-Treme 3110 looks race-ready and has the performance to match.
Hero cameras have invaded the boater's domain. Here are four to make you the star.
Bennington's 2552 QCWWA I/O offers a luxurious ride and plentiful stowage.
The Heyday WT-1 offers a wave with a lot of push that's mellow up front and has more lip farther back.
The 315 Conquest Pilothouse offers protection from the elements and loads of fishability.
We test eight waxes for ease of application, quality of shine, and beading.
Key features and setup tips to help you dial in your boat for wakesurfing.
BoatingLAB puts footwear to the test in an effort to help you pick the right boat shoe.
The Super Air Nautique G23 has made significant impacts on wakeboarding and wakesurfing, catapulting this boat to an industry leader.
Strategically placed Aerolite foam in the Body Glove Bob Soven Comp Vest covers all of your vital parts.
The Supra SA 550 is for crews seeking wake and surf potential on the professional level.
Trailer any boat safely and confidently by using these tips to improve your towing skills.
This flashy new member of the Lowe X Series, the new X250 — is a step up in class, style and performance over Lowe's other pontoon series.
The SP Gadgets POV Pole's dual-diameter grip provides comfortable security for long shoots, even in adverse conditions.
Ritchie Navigation offers a compass for every type of watercraft out there. From a small skiff to a megayacht, they'll make sure you're always headed in...
Here's a boat for serious fun, be it fishing, diving, day cruising or watersports. The dual-console design on Boston Whaler's 230 Vantage offers seating...
Don't lust after your neighbor's boat as it subtly glows in the night. Set the mood in your own boat by accenting a cup holder, lighting a gate walk-thr...
Learning how to wakeboard is easy with these seven tips. Use these steps to shorten the learning curve and get kids riding in no time.
The gelcoat gleamed, and ample use of stainless-steel hardware means the 176 SE's good looks will remain for years.
The best way to avoid propeller injuries is to brief the crew on when it's safe to enter the water and stow the keys near the transom.
The Airhead SS SUP's tapered rails and aggressive nose help it punch through chop.
The Monterey 238SS Roswell Surf Edition mixes exciting propulsion with thrilling styling.
Mercury's eco-friendlier TDI 4.2-liter 370 Tier III diesel features increased torque and horsepower in a refined package.
The Four Winns H350 offers loads of entertainment options, great living capabilities and performance you won't believe.
Ebbtide Boats has been handcrafting fiberglass runabouts for decades.
The top 10 marine accessories chosen by you, our friends and fans, with your boating dollars (excluding floating keychains, single screws, or other very inexpen...
With triple pontoons and a 225 hp Mercury Verado, the Princecraft Vouge hit 45.1 mph, and in turns this pontoon tracked as though on the proverbial rail.
The crew experiences natural Florida as they ride glassy water along the ICW on the Yamaha 242X.
Stability of a long board and power of a thruster make the Ronix Koal Powertail super fun to air out of the wave.
Lowe's SS210 Super Sport is a pontoon that offers smooth, secure handling and plenty of seating. Durability and a great ride make this boat easy to operate ...
Mixing alcohol and boating can bring disastrous consequences. Don't let drinking blow up your boating fun.
The S5 Extreme screams party above and performance below.
Supreme's S202 offers a top-of-the-line riding experience and a great value.
Starcraft's MDX 191 OB is easy to trailer, launch, start and pilot.
Strong, safe and just plain fun to run, V-drive watercraft set the bar for serious boaters and riders alike. Professional watersports athlete Brian Grubb descri...
The Cobalt R5WSS Surf is easy to set up for wakesurfing and offers a clean wave with a nice face.
The G3 SunCatcher Elite 324 RS is a luxury cruiser that offers superb handling.
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