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  • 2019 Ranger Reata 223FC

    The 223FC combines exciting features to make the boat a seriously fun fisher too.

    By Boating Tech Team posted Mar 21st, 2019
    In pontoons, performance is luxury, but this one also provides watersports speeds with its 150 Merc.

  • Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195 Boat Test

    For freshwater anglers, this boat and motor combo is the right tool for the job.

    By Charles Plueddeman posted Mar 14th, 2019
    A comprehensive report about the Alumacraft Tournament Sport 195, a fishing boat powered by an Evinrude outboard. This article includes performance statistics as well as…

  • Cobia 240 CC Boat Test

    The 240 CC mixes first-rate construction with loads of amenities for fishing and family boating.

    By Chris Caswell posted Mar 13th, 2019
    A comprehensive report about the Cobia 240CC, a center console boat. This article includes performance statistics as well as insightful commentary regarding the boat's…

  • Nor-Tech 390 Sport Boat Test

    Opulent luxury meets practical fishability and creature comforts at the corner of sexy style and hot performance.

    By Randy Vance posted Mar 12th, 2019
    A comprehensive report about the Nor-Tech 390 Sport Boat, a large multi-engine center console boat. This article includes performance statistics as well as insightful…

  • Formula 400 Super Sport Crossover Boat Test

    The 400 Super Sport Crossover is sporty enough to satisfy your need for speed without sacrificing comfort and seaworthiness.

    By Chris Caswell posted Mar 7th, 2019
    A comprehensive report about the Formula Boats 400 SS Crossover. This article includes performance statistics as well as insightful commentary regarding the boat's…

  • Monterey 305 SS Boat Test

    The 305 SS is a sporty and luxurious day boat, with a high level of fit and finish.

    By Randy Vance posted Feb 26th, 2019
    A comprehensive report about the Monterey 305 SS, a luxury bowrider. This article includes performance statistics as well as insightful commentary regarding the boat's…
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  • Boating Blueprint: Boston Whaler's Lamination

    Boston Whaler's lamination process provides the foundation of their unsinkable boats.

    By Brian Daugherty - Video by Chris Balogh posted Mar 23rd, 2017
    Boston Whaler's lamination process provides the foundation of their unsinkable boats.

  • Boating Blueprint: Everglades Boats - The Metal Shop

    The impressive metal shop at Everglades Boats fuses customization with quality control.

    By Brian Daugherty - Video by Chris Balogh posted Nov 1st, 2016
    The impressive metal shop at Everglades Boats fuses customization with quality control.
  • EdgeWater Boats SPI Process

    Boating Blueprint: EdgeWater Power Boats SPI Process

    Craftsmanship and SPI come together at EdgeWater Power Boats to produce stronger, safer boats.

    By Brian Daugherty - Video by Chris Balogh posted Aug 24th, 2016
    Craftsmanship and SPI come together at EdgeWater Power Boats to produce stronger, safer boats.
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    BoatingLAB rigorously tests and compares the newest marine gear.
  • No Wakeboard Boat, No Problem - Welcome to the Foil

    No Wakeboard Boat, No Problem - Welcome to the Foil

    The Slingshot Hover Glide Foil takes riding on the water to a whole different level, both literally and figuratively

    By Garrett Cortese posted Mar 15th, 2019
    Riding a wake foil brings new excitement to all types of boats and waterways. From a pontoon to a cabin cruiser, you’re guaranteed to look at things with a whole new…

  • 2019 Miami International Boat Show: Must-See Marine Electronics

    Ten of the hottest marine electronics at this year's Miami Boat Show.

    By Jim Hendricks posted Feb 14th, 2019
    Ten of the hottest marine electronics at this year's Miami Boat Show.
  • Garmin GMR Fantom 18

    Garmin GMR Fantom 18

    An 18-inch dome radar that utilizes the Doppler effect to identify and highlight targets

    posted Feb 1st, 2019
    An 18-inch dome radar that utilizes the Doppler effect to identify and highlight targets…

  • Airmar B275LHW Wide-Beam Chirp-Ready Transducer (through-hull)

    A perfect match to give small boats a big advantage

    posted Feb 1st, 2019
    A perfect match to give small boats a big advantage…
  • Fusion Apollo SRX400

    Fusion Apollo SRX400

    This small entertainment system offers all the same features as the big boys

    posted Feb 1st, 2019
    This small entertainment system offers all the same features as the big boys…
  • Simrad Halo24

    Simrad Halo24

    These dome radars have a lightweight design and are powered by cutting-edge technology

    posted Feb 1st, 2019
    These dome radars have a lightweight design and are powered by cutting-edge technology…
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