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  • Barletta L25 UC Test

    Editor-In-Chief Kevin Falvey personally took this boat for its test run and evaluation.

    By Kevin Falvey posted Dec 6th, 2018
    Boaters seeking to buy a pontoon boat should read this review of the Barletta L 25 UC. Boating's Tech Team is comprised of experts who possess more than 150 years of…

  • Beneteau Swift Trawler 35 Test

    A quick and capacious cruiser

    By Capt. John Page Williams posted Dec 5th, 2018
    Learn what the experts at BOATING have to say about this new cruiser from Beneteau. Accommodations, performance and price are all explored. Learn which boat or boats is…
  • Outboard Versus Sterndrive

    Outboard Versus Sterndrive: Sea Ray SLX 310

    You can compare the same boat with two power choices.

    By Kevin Falvey posted Dec 4th, 2018
    You can compare the same boat with two power choices.

  • Sea Ray SLX 310 Outboard

    Deputy Editor Pete McDonald ran this boat in the shadow of Lady Liberty and Freedom Tower in order to give you a complete report.

    By Pete McDonald posted Dec 4th, 2018
    Deputy Editor Pete McDonald ran this boat in the shadow of Lady Liberty and Freedom Tower in order to give you a complete report. Learn what this 20-year veteran boat…

  • Sea-Doo GTX Limited 300 Test

    This powerful PWC boasts a boatload of features that enhance the ownership experience whether you’re ripping, cruising, or hanging at the cove.

    By Jeff Hemmel posted Dec 3rd, 2018
    Learn what the experts at BOATING have to say about this new PWC from Sea Doo. From performance, to comfort, to serviceability to price, former PWC competitor, Jeff…

  • EdgeWater 230 CC Boat Test

    This boat boasts design and construction features more typical of larger boats, plus top-notch finish and features.

    By Dean Travis Clarke posted Nov 12th, 2018
    This center console proved able and good-looking. Find out the in-depth details from the experts at BOATING.
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  • How To
    Learn how to properly maintain your boat and its systems.

  • Child Safety Aboard Boats

    Using the engine cutoff safety lanyard could have prevented this near disaster.

    posted Dec 14th, 2018
    Using the engine cutoff safety lanyard could have prevented this near disaster.

  • Poker Runs Are About More Than Poker

    Is "easy money" really so?

    By Charles Plueddeman posted Dec 5th, 2018
    Off My Dock is a killer column. In his wry and humorous way, Charles Plueddeman, longtime contributor to BOATING, creates a world of midwestern boating bliss, peopled by…

  • Show Skiing Is Alive

    The Tampa Bay Water Ski Show Team Continues to Amaze

    By Jeff Hemmel posted Nov 28th, 2018
    Show skiing involves waterskiers performing numerous tricks and stunts, often in costume. These include pyramids, jumps and other spectacles. Often, a them is portrayed,…

  • Triple Mercury Racing Outboards Tow Guinness Record Ski Pyramid

    Three Wisconsin ski teams combine forces behind 900 outboard horsepower to build an 80-skier pyramid.

    By Charles Plueddeman posted Nov 15th, 2018
    Three Wisconsin ski teams combine forces behind 900 outboard horsepower to build an 80-skier pyramid.
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Blueprint

  • 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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    Find the latest reviews of boating gear, marine accessories and marine electronics.
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    BoatingLAB rigorously tests and compares the newest marine gear.
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