The versatility of the center-­console design makes it increasingly popular in fresh and salt water as an all-around dayboat. With available twin 300 hp ­Rotax jet drives, the new Scarab 235 Open ID ...

Ranger Boats ranks as one of the world’s premier fishing-boat builders. Pontoon buyers who enjoy angling can “cast” themselves in the ­confident glow of Ranger’s expertise by considering the Reata ...

Moving away from the age-old rituals of refueling and constant engine upkeep, the Arc Sport offers an impressive escape—five to six hours of serene cruising without any gasoline odors. It also ...

Originally conceived as a “motorcycle or snowmobile for the water,” today’s personal watercraft have matured far beyond simple thrill rides to reflect the diverse interests of the modern buyer. Yes, ...

Explore the latest pontoon boats in Boating Magazine’s Pontoon Boat Buyers Guide. Compare new models with in-depth boat reviews featuring pricing, specs, performance, fuel burn, top speeds, photos, ...

For the 2026 model year, our Watersports Boat Buyers Guide delivers a carefully curated lineup of today’s top watercraft, offering a wide range of options to suit every style of rider. From accessible ...

Full disclosure: Boats and adult beverages are two of my favorite things, and I’ve realized that there are many similarities (besides being addictive). Some boats are beer (a good one like Heineken or ...

When I first stepped into the Maverick Boat Group’s P2 factory in Fort Pierce, Florida, the first thing I noticed was what was missing. In most other boatbuilding facilities I have visited, I’ve been ...

Repowering an outboard-powered boat is like playing with Lego bricks. You pop off the old outboard and snap the new one into place. But when your sterndrive engine expires, you might find yourself ...

For the seventh year in a row, Finland has been named the Happiest Country in the World by the World Happiness Report, and I have a theory that it’s because their population owns more boats per capita ...

When it comes to premium watersports-specific boats—think top luxury, killer tech and jaw-dropping performance—there are plenty of choices. One not to be ignored is the Ultré 23ZX from Texas-based ...

Marching to the beat of a different drummer is part of the culture at BRP. Few companies in the marine industry seem as willing to take a chance on a radical design or technology. This has resulted in ...