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Cobia 265 CC: A 26-Foot Centre-Console with Family Flexibility
Cobia’s 265 CC puts a wide 26-foot centre-console hull to work for fishing and family cruising, with a side-entry door and configurable helm and bow seating.
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Sea Fox 288 Traveler: A 28-Foot Dual-Console Built for Mixed Days Afloat
The Sea Fox 288 Traveler pairs a large family-oriented dual-console cockpit with fishing features, a substantial helm arrangement …
Grady-White Freedom 307: What Its Dual-Console Layout Offers Families
Grady-White’s Freedom 307 combines offshore fishing space with the enclosed conveniences and social versatility expected of a family-oriented …
Sea Fox 268 Commander: Offshore Fishing, Family Layout and Power-Rating Checks
An in-depth Sea Fox 268 Commander assessment covering Carolina-flare hull design, cockpit equipment, family use and a crucial …
Regulator 25: Why This Offshore Centre Console Measures 30 Feet Overall
A practical assessment of the Regulator 25, including the difference between hull and overall length, deep-V specifications, fish …
Sportsman Open 282: Family Access, Fishing Gear and a Key Fuel-Capacity Distinction
A detailed guide to the Sportsman Open 282, its boarding arrangement, livewells, useful fishing spaces and the difference …
Cobia 280 DC: A Dual-Console Boat for Cruising, Swimming and Fishing
A comprehensive editorial assessment of the Cobia 280 DC dual-console dayboat and its transforming cockpit, bow access, passenger …
Cobia 285 CC: A New Centre-Console Approach to Fishing and Family Use
An original owner-focused look at the Cobia 285 CC, from its 28-foot-5-inch hull and fishing equipment to helm …
Grady-White Freedom 275: Fishing Utility Meets Family Dayboating
A detailed assessment of the Grady-White Freedom 275 dual-console dayboat, including its family layout, SeaV2 hull, fishing systems …
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Crossing Borders by Boat in Europe
A practical guide to crossing borders by boat in europe for leisure boats under 12 metres, covering the key rules, licences & documentation decisions, …
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Insurance Requirements by Country
A practical guide to insurance requirements by country for leisure boats under 12 metres, covering the key rules, licences & documentation decisions, checks and …
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Radio Licence and MMSI Explained
A practical guide to radio licence and mmsi explained for leisure boats under 12 metres, covering the key rules, licences & documentation decisions, checks …
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Boat Documentation Checklist
A practical guide to boat documentation checklist for leisure boats under 12 metres, covering the key rules, licences & documentation decisions, checks and safety …
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Recreational Craft Directive Explained
A practical guide to recreational craft directive explained for leisure boats under 12 metres, covering the key rules, licences & documentation decisions, checks and …
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CE Categories Explained
A practical guide to ce categories explained for leisure boats under 12 metres, covering the key rules, licences & documentation decisions, checks and safety …
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276Production BoatsModels, dimensions, builders and specifications.
13,696Company recordsBuilders, brokers, designers, suppliers and services in the LBG database.
0MarinasBerthing and marina information for leisure boats.
142GuidesBuying, ownership, operation and maintenance guidance.
1,303NewsNew models, launches and leisure-boat industry updates.