The days of fighting over a single cabin TV are over. Modern marine entertainment systems bring 4K screens, satellite television, and streaming capabilities to every...

No single feature sells boats like sleeping arrangements. Whether it’s the master stateroom’s queen berth or the forward V-berth that converts for guests, how people...

It’s the upgrade nobody wants to discuss at cocktail parties, but the marine head compartment matters more than most boaters admit. Electric versus manual operation...

The galley is where cruising dreams meet daily reality. A well-designed marine kitchen makes meal preparation a pleasure. A poorly designed one turns every meal...

The cabin is where you actually live aboard. Teak floors underfoot and LED lighting overhead transform a utilitarian space into a comfortable home. These upgrades...

Docking intimidates more boaters than any other skill. The difference between confident and nervous docking often comes down to cockpit design—specifically, whether you can see...

Flybridge or walkaround? This fundamental deck layout choice shapes how you’ll use your boat for years to come. Each configuration excels in different scenarios, and...

When the goal is crossing oceans, not racing across bays, full displacement hulls deliver. At 8 knots cruising speed, these heavy, efficient vessels can cover...

Semi-displacement hulls occupy the middle ground between fast planing boats and slow trawlers. At 12 knots, they cruise efficiently enough for extended voyages while covering...

When a planing hull reaches 3,000 RPM and the bow drops to level, something almost magical happens. The boat transitions from pushing through water to...