Suzuki and Honda are underdogs in the marine industry, despite having massive parent companies behind them and being substantial automotive companies.
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Miami International Boat Show 2022: The Ultimate Overview
Without question the most exciting boat show of the year is the Miami International Boat Show. Often, the Miami Show is used to launch new products and showcase the best of the best in the marine industry.
Bad Boat Design: Dual Consoles, Bowriders and Weight Distribution
Recently I drove a Boston Whaler 230 Vantage, a popular dual console from the storied brand, and like many boats in this category it commits a glaring design flaw
Center Console Boats: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
For the last couple of decades, the center console boat design has dominated in all boat segments and moved beyond its humble fishing roots to performance and luxury cruisers of all sizes
Baja Boats: The Iconic Performance Boat Brand is Fading
The story of Baja is as colorful and interesting as any story in the boat industry, which is full of entrepreneurs that have come and gone.
Has the Marine Industry Gone Overboard With Outboards?
We all know the demand for outboards is overwhelming right now. And if you have tried to repower a boat or even order a new boat with a larger outboard, the manufacturers are having trouble meeting demand.
The Chaudron Pro S-25 Heads North
Last month we sent the Chaudron Pro S-25 up North to New Jersey to its new home. Although I would have loved to run it more, I had to be mindful of not putting too many hours on it, while also getting the video done and some preliminary testing
Mercury Marine Pro XS: A Simple Improvement For the Popular Line of Engines
There is no doubt that the Mercury Marine transition to four stroke engines was done with great execution and the complete platform shift to the 3.4L V6 and 4.6L V8 outboards was the most dramatic, covering 175 HP to 450 HP.
Are Sterndrives Dead? What's Next for the Revolutionary Propulsion System
When it comes to the marine market, is the future of sterndrive power in peril?
Can This Scarab Sprint Run Again?
If there is one thing I miss about boats from the nineties it is that there were quite a few neat little affordable sport boats.
Why I Started an Online Boat Auction: Boats on Blocks
About two years ago I decided to start Boats on Blocks, an online boat auction marketplace. Being a car enthusiast, I loved watching sites like Bring a Trailer and remember going to all sorts of car auctions over the years.
The Best Bargains on the Water: Midsize Sterndrive Sportboats
In a world where outboard powered boats dominate new boat sales and engine manufacturers are accelerating the horsepower race with big outboards, we seem to have forgotten about sterndrive power.
Hydrofoils, Electric and the Future of Boating Technology
Recently, there has been big news about electric boat startups, electric boat racing and electric powered hydrofoil boats.
Mercury Racing 60R Powers the Skiff Market: A Hell's Bay Whipray Restored
When researching some performance reports for the Mercury Racing 60R, I came across Geoff Colmes’ re-powered classic Hell’s Bay Whipray
Mercury Marine Verado V12 600 HP: An Outboard Revolution of Technology and Features
After much anticipation the impressive Mercury Marine 600 HP V12 Verado is here.
The Fastest Single Engine Boats of 2021: 300R Powered 100 MPH Club
Years ago we did an extremely popular article called “The Fastest Single Engine Outboard Boats You Can Buy Now.” It was popular because everyone loves a quick single engine performance boat that can pull double duty as a family boat
Seven Marine: Innovative Outboard Startup, Market Creation and Corporate Strategy up in Smoke
I remember hearing the buzz before the 2011 Miami Boat Show about a new supercharged V8 from a new company called Seven Marine and in my recollection it sounded ridiculous.
The Best 200 HP Outboards Roundup: Mercury, Yamaha and Suzuki
A while ago we did a complete 150 HP showdown and it wan incredibly popular article. We took complete tests of all the top 150s and compared them, as best we could, with two bass boats that were very similar.
The Best 300 HP Outboard: No Contest
When you are looking at a new 300 HP outboard with a 20” midsection you only have two manufacturers to choose from; Mercury Marine and Suzuki.
Does Formula Boats Still Have the Winning Formula?
The Formula boat brand has enjoyed having an incredibly long lasting reputation for quality and design in luxury performance boats.