The story of a boy’s love of the ocean and sailing experiences inspired him to build a 60-foot, classically styled, sailing-yacht for future young sailors to experience Boating stories have a special place in history. Great heroes who built ships and fleets would set sail on perilous adventures and live to tell tales of the...
Randall Lyons, Executive Dir of the Massachusetts Marine Trades Association, addresses industry workforce challenges and getting more kids on the water Anchors Aweigh is a podcast for all boaters, from aspiring to experienced. Featuring in-depth conversations with boating experts and industry leaders, and packed full of tips, tricks, gear, and industry info, boaters of all levels...
Wireless torque sensors on boats are an innovative advancement to today’s typical boat hydraulic systems for steering and boat operation Quality hydraulic systems are key for boat operation and steering, providing accurate weight sensing for smooth motion. According to Hydraulics and Pneumatics, this involves a delicate balance between efficiency and power, optimizing battery supply while also...
Torqeedo’s Steve Trkla shares how electric mobility has evolved from a “future marine technology” to today’s technology for electric powered boats [Podcast] Anchors Aweigh is a podcast for all boaters, from aspiring to experienced. Featuring in-depth conversations with boating experts and industry leaders, and packed full of tips, tricks, gear, and industry info, boaters of all...
Proposed law could have long term marine environmental consequences – threatening endangered species and marine life protection The House Natural Resources Committee recently passed a bill that will get rid of environmental concerns that are currently in the way of the exploitation of fossil fuels in the United States. The “SECURE American Energy Act” (H.R....
Today’s luxury yachts are multi-million dollar vessels built hundreds of feet long to accommodate guests with lavish interiors and even come equipped with helicopter pads Owning a yacht is considered a very expensive pleasure… particular when it comes to luxury yachts. See below for yacht walkthrough videos of some of our favorite BIG yachts! Luxury...
Scott Croft shares boat life expertise gained as lifelong boater and public affairs leader for BoatUS member services, advocacy and boat safety [Podcast] Anchors Aweigh is a podcast for all boaters, from aspiring to experienced. Featuring in-depth conversations with boating experts and industry leaders, and packed full of tips, tricks, gear, and industry info, boaters of...
Boat US reports on thousands of recreational boats badly damaged or completely destroyed by 2017 Hurricane Harvey and Irma in the U.S. [VIDEO with PHOTOS] The hurricane season in the U.S. and Caribbean islands was particularly bad for both residents and boaters during the 2017 hurricane season. While some areas got “lucky” (like parts of...
Ventura 23 sailboat is a trailer-sailor designed to meet needs of both younger and older generation sailors with amenities usually seen on a larger boat With approximately 4.1 million U.S. participants last year alone, sailing is undoubtedly a beloved hobby for all generations. However, approximately 6.8 million Americans use assistive devices like canes to aid...
If it’s happening in the boating industry, Reagan Haynes has probably written about it, interviewed someone about it, or has a plane ticket to go cover it Anchors Aweigh is a podcast for all boaters, from aspiring to experienced. Featuring in-depth conversations with boating experts and industry leaders, and packed full of tips, tricks, gear, and...
Keep your boating season going with these winter boating safety tips to safely extend your boating into the cooler months Boating is a popular hobby among many people all over the world. It’s a fun thing to do when the weather is nice and you just want to get out on the water. Many people...
Could we soon see autonomous cargo ships, or “captain-less” ships, on our waterways? Here are the pros and cons of this technology on ships Autonomous car developments have been at the forefront of vehicular technology recently. Debates about safety have certainly been a driving force of these conversations. And now, a new autonomous technology is...
A guide to a boater’s personal injury case – types of boat accidents, common causes and who at fault – when injured in a boating accident When it comes to personal injury cases, you likely hear about car accidents. But as an avid boater, it might be your water vessel that you are more worried...
Dutch yard Amels’ 74 meter superyacht to debut at Monaco Yacht Show promising an impressive display The Monaco Yacht Show comes with the promise of luxury fleets of the latest in boating. While it’s possible to write for pages on the lavish displays you can expect at this year’s show, one of the top picks is Dutch...