New Boats
When it comes to buying a new boat, there are a lot of choices lining marinas. Often one of the most difficult decisions is to first understand what type of boat you really need. It’s often said that every boat is a compromise, but let’s face it, you want to compromise as little as possible. That’s why Boat Digest is out in the field trying to provide you with as much information as possible to ensure you make the right decision. Our contributors aren’t hacks locked away in a cubicle. They are brokers, builders, designers, captains, and of course, boating enthusiasts who will help you along in your boat buying decision.
Look to these pages for the latest new launches, design reviews, boat show information, and boat buying information. And if you have any questions, make sure you contact us and we’ll see what we can do. Happy boating.
Expert Advice On How To Find The Right Boat
March 28, 2007 - 10:57pm — Scott Shane- New Boats
By way of a brief introduction, I’m a marina rat, past marine magazine editor and current sales manager for a mid-size dealership in the Northeast. My last ride was a 27-foot semi-custom center console mostly used for fishing. Since my time on the water has dwindled, I decided to replace the center-console with a little more creature comforts. So I recently purchased a used 31-foot express-style, diesel-powered fishing boat.
Double the Fun : Chartering a Powercat in the Virgin Islands from Moorings Power is the Ideal Vacation
October 4, 2007 - 5:07pm — George Sass Jr.- 2007
- Cruising Adventures
- New Boats
I’ve chartered boats in the Virgin Islands almost every year for the past 12 years and enjoyed a variety of experiences on each trip. I’ve cruised with small groups, large groups, with kids, without kids, you name it, I’ve signed up for it.
Predictable Surprise : The Sea Ray 330 Combines Sound Performance and Innovative Design
October 4, 2007 - 4:57pm — George Sass Jr.- 2007
- New Boats
During the last 8 years, I’ve run a number of Sea Rays for this magazine and other marine publications. Each time I’m confronted by a juxtaposition of predictability and surprise. I basically know that I’ll be testing a solid performer packed with all the creature comforts. However, I’m always surprised that with each new model the builder incorporates design elements and features that leave you saying, “What a great idea, why hasn’t anyone thought of that before?” The new 330 Sundancer, which fills the gap between the 310 and the 340 vacated by the now discontinued 320, presented me with this same winning equation and gave cause to repeat this phrase on several occasions.
Riviera 4700 Sportyacht
October 4, 2007 - 4:28pm — Anonymous- 2007
- New Boats
The Australian boatbuilder Riviera is a growing presence in the U.S. with a sales, parts and service network managed by its subsidiary Riviera Yachts of the Americas. The builder specializes in open and enclosed-bridge sportfishing convertibles, Euro-style express cruisers and a new series of sport yachts, 36- and 47-foot sedan models.
