2027 MasterCraft XT20 Combines Compact Size with SurfStar Technology
MasterCraft's current XT20 offers a compact answer for families who want a purpose-built wake and surf boat without moving into a much larger hull. …
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Highfield Patrol 660 Combines 6.6m RIB Versatility with Deep-V Hull
Highfield's Patrol 660 is a rugged 6.6-metre rigid inflatable boat designed for more than one type of boating. Its aluminium hull, pronounced deadrise, equipment …
Jeanneau Merry Fisher 795 Keeps Coastal Weekending Simple
The Jeanneau Merry Fisher 795 is built around protected family coastal cruising, offering a sheltered helm, convertible aft cockpit and one-cabin accommodation in an …
Axopar 25 Cross Top Brings a Sheltered Helm to 8m Cuddy Cruiser
The Axopar 25 Cross Top brings a covered driving position and a small overnight cabin to an eight-metre performance-oriented recreational boat with configurable aft …
BENETEAU Flyer 9 SUNdeck Adds Opening Side Platform to 9.1m Weekender
The BENETEAU Flyer 9 SUNdeck uses a port-side opening terrace and an asymmetric walkaround to make a compact 9.1-metre dayboat more comfortable for swimming …
Sea Ray SLX 350 Uses Joystick Sterndrives and an Air-Conditioned Hideaway
The 36-foot Sea Ray SLX 350 pairs extensive seating with joystick-controlled sterndrives, a cooled Port Hideaway and helm displays intended to simplify family day …
Zodiac Medline 9 Combines 20-Person Rating With Twin-Engine RIB Layout
Zodiac's Medline 9 packages a large social deck into an 8.90-metre inflatable-tube boat, with an unusual 20-person maximum rating and flexible seating for time …
Windy SR28 CC Brings Center-Console Versatility to a Compact Dayboat
Windy's SR28 CC packages walkaround access, an inviting bow area and a modest enclosed cabin into a fast, compact centre-console dayboat.
Jeanneau NC 895 Series 2 Takes the Family Weekender Beyond Summer
Jeanneau's NC 895 Series 2 makes a strong case for the enclosed family weekender, balancing sheltered living space, two private cabins and a flexible …
Windy SR40 Connects a Fast Sports Boat With All-Weather Deck Use
Windy's SR40 blends the open-deck spirit of a sports boat with a more sheltered helm environment, flexible side access and a choice of propulsion …
BENETEAU Flyer 8 SUNdeck Balances Outdoor Lounging With Overnight Space
The BENETEAU Flyer 8 SUNdeck uses an asymmetric walkaround and convertible cockpit arrangement to make a compact outboard boat useful for day cruising and …
Sea Ray SDX 230 Surf Shows How a Family Bowrider Can Serve Watersports
Sea Ray's SDX 230 Surf brings dedicated wakesurfing equipment into a family-friendly bowrider format, with ballast, configurable wake controls and a versatile deck.
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