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Friday, January 2, 2026

Some trips feel like a vacation. Others feel like a story you’ll tell for the rest of your life — the kind that starts with a grin and ends with, “You had to be there.” Our recent Trip of a Lifetime Giveaway delivered exactly that: a week of warm trade winds, reef-fringed anchorages, and the kind of

by: Melanie Kyle

tags: Boating, Fishing, Grenadines, Horizon Yacht Charters, Promotions & Giveaways, Sailing, sailing news, St. Vincent, Travel, Yacht

Sunday, December 28, 2025

ePropulsion Americas, a global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced today the launch of Spirit 2, the latest addition to its acclaimed Spirit series. Celebrating ten years of innovation in electric mobility on the water, Spirit 2 delivers an exceptional combination of power and portability, redefining

tags: Boat Technology, Electric Outboards, ePropulsion, spirit 2

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Building on its legacy of durability and enduring quality, Godfrey Pontoon Boats introduces a complete redesign of the Sanpan and Monaco series for model year 2026. Whether cruising, anchoring at the sandbar, or enjoying watersports, the Sanpan and Monaco models provide exceptional comfort for the entire family. The all-new

by: Jordan Balbresky

tags: BoatUS, Monaco, new boat models 2026, SanPan

Friday, December 26, 2025

When it comes to high-performance luxury on the water, BRABUS Marine is in a league of its own. Born from a collaboration between German luxury brand BRABUS and Finnish boatbuilder Axopar, these limited-production superboats are built for buyers who demand the ultimate in speed, handling, and innovation. The BRABUS model range spans

tags: 2026 boating awards, BRABUS Marine, Manitowoc Marina, New Boat Models

Sunday, December 21, 2025

In the world of modern cruising yachts, few builders have captured attention like Marex. With the 440 series, the Norwegian brand offers two distinct interpretations of the same hull: the Gourmet Cruiser, with its unrivaled full-salon galley, and the Scandinavia, optimized for extended voyages. The Marex 440 is not simply another

tags: Marex, Yacht

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Submitted by Big Bumper Co. When it comes to protecting your boat, few pieces of gear matter more than your boat bumpers. But with so many outdated ideas and misconceptions floating around, boaters often end up choosing the wrong equipment or worse, not using enough of it. At Big Bumper Company, we’re here to set the

by: Big Bumper Company

tags: Big Bumper, Big Bumper Company, boat bumper, BoatUS, docking, safety

Friday, December 19, 2025

Videoworks is showcasing a new suite of security technology that counters the growing threat posed by hijacking, hacking and drones. Launched at the Metstrade trade show in Amsterdam (18-20 November), the system integrates various state-of-the-art technologies that can be built in from the start of a yacht project or retrofitted

tags: 2025 boat models, 2026 boating awards, AI, Boat Technology, dock systems, Metstrade, new technology, panic room, Security, tech, Videoworks

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Walstrom Marine is proud to announce that Tom Ervin was officially inducted into the Michigan Boating Industry Association (MBIA) Hall of Fame during the organization’s Annual Awards Dinner held in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on December 6, 2025. This distinguished honor recognizes Tom’s long-standing contributions to the

tags: association, award, Boating, MBIA

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Searchlights and Handheld Remote Control System (NEW banner) ACR Electronics’ enhanced LED searchlights deliver powerful performance, versatile control, and easy usability. The ACR Point Pad manages one or two lights with XRCiZ™ technology to prevent corrosion. Each system includes a wireless handheld remote, letting

tags: ACR Electronics, boating electronics, boating gear, chartplotter, cruising guide, Garmin ECHOMAP Ultra 2, Great Lakes boating, Maptech chartbook, marine navigation, marine technology, navigation tools, searchlights

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Here are a few new items that any Great Lakes boater would appreciate hearing about for possible use next season. Whitewater Boating Vest During cool, “shoulder” boating seasons I prefer a vest when boating, especially if fishing is involved, for the freedom of movement they offer. Whitewater Fishing’s new

by: Dan Armitage

tags: boating accessories, boating gear 2026, boating trends 2026, boating upgrades, Garmin Quatix 8, Great Lakes boating, marine equipment, marine products, Powerwinch, Sharrow prop, Shockwave seating, TRU multitool, Whitewater Thermoclyne Vest

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