Category Archives: Marine News
Ready to Roll in Antigua
[ad_1] Antigua (April 16, 2018) – The 2018 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta (ACYR) begins a fourth decade of showcasing maritime history and tradition during six days of high-spirited, world-class competition, April 18-24. Races are held off the south coast of the island while celebration central is in Falmouth Harbour on the grounds of the Antigua […]
Read moreWaterskis for Kids
[ad_1] So, you want to teach your kids to water-ski? Good for you. You can ski behind almost any kind of boat. Plus, it’s a healthy, fun activity that the entire family can enjoy together. Here’s what you should look for when outfitting your boat to ski with kids. Trainer Skis Training skis are connected […]
Read moreCan Superyacht Parts be 3D Printed?
[ad_1] The 3D printing machine in the rendering above is going to stand about 13 feet by 6½ feet by 5 feet — big enough to make sizable parts that can be used to build yachts and other vessels. That’s one reason the Dutch company CEAD is building it, with hopes that it will be […]
Read moreBarker Dominates to Win Ficker Cup
[ad_1] Long Beach, CA (April 11, 2018) – Dean Barker, USA, dominated the 2018 Ficker Cup, to win this Grade Two World Sailing regatta, and advance to the Congressional Cup, which runs April 16 to 22, 2018. Also qualifying for Congressional Cup is Johnie Berntsson, SWE, who finished second in the three-day regatta, which was […]
Read moreFive Inboard and Sterndrive Engine Checks
[ad_1] Maintenance remains the key to a better-running engine and longer engine life. While there’s more to know than any one article can include, make these recommended checks of the following five systems. For expert advice, we checked in with Volvo Penta’s service training center manager Ed Szilagyi, Mercury MerCruiser dealer service expert Rob Gina […]
Read moreBenetti Launches Uriamir
[ad_1] Benetti recently launched Uriamir, its second Delfino 95, in Viareggio, Italy. She is 95 feet length overall with a 23-foot beam, has a fiberglass hull and carbon fiber superstructure. Her exterior was designed by Giorgio M. Cassetta and naval architecture on the yacht was done by Benetti and by Pierluigi Ausonio Naval Architecture. She’ll […]
Read moreTight Racing at Baldwin Cup
[ad_1] Newport Beach, CA (April 13, 2018) – Beginning in six knots of breeze out of the south, 96 racers in the 2018 Baldwin Cup Team Race (BCTR) completed 66 races in Stage One and sailed six races in Stage Two, despite late night activities laced with the best that Goslings has to offer. The […]
Read moreCheck Out New Models from Azimut, Grand Banks and Horizon
[ad_1] If you’re into classic long-range cruising, speedy Italian design or big volume in twin hulls, these new models are worth a look. This sexy Italian import can hit 35 knots thanks to her twin 600 hpVolvo Penta IPS800 engines. She has three staterooms for six overnight guests. This yacht adds an enclosed flybridge to […]
Read moreClipper Race: Entering the Final Stretch
[ad_1] (April 14, 2018; Day 22) – With the Mighty North Pacific Ocean relatively calm to what was experienced by the fleet a few days ago, the leading 2017-18 Clipper Round the World Yacht Race teams are relishing the return to full race mode as they enter the final stretch of the 5,600 nautical mile […]
Read moreAnything but Standard
[ad_1] Regency’s flagship pontoon provides the royal treatment but doesn’t cost a king’s ransom. It’s been amazing to witness the evolution of Sun Tracker pontoons over the years. Current models bear little resemblance to the Spartan models that defined the builder’s first offerings back in the early 1980s, though buyers can still get a basic […]
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