Boat Test: 2026 Mag Bay 38 Center Console
From the high desert to high acclaim, the Mag Bay 38 Center Console is an attention-getter no matter where it goes.
From the high desert to high acclaim, the Mag Bay 38 Center Console is an attention-getter no matter where it goes.
The Tahoe 1950 is a nimble performer that’s sleek, versatile and can seat a crowd, all while being easy on the budget.
The LX2 Ultimate offers a long list of standards, the ability to personalize even further and a spirited, luxurious ride.
Right out of the gate, Alera’s M25L scores with style and innovation that pontoon enthusiasts will want to experience.
When buying an outboard engine or repowering your boat, there are plenty of questions to consider. Should I buy two-stroke or four-stroke engines? Are two engines better than one? Are three engines better than two? What size outboard do I need? How do I make sure not to underpower my boat? In most cases, the largest outboard makes the most sense. Powering your boat with as much horsepower as it’s rated for is often the best idea. Check out the newest engines on the market today.
Are more outboard engines better than two?
How much horsepower is enough for your boat?
Which marine engine is best for you?
Weighing the pros and cons of an outboard motor rebuild.
Ten tips to make your outboards faster and last longer.
What to know when considering repowering your boat with a new outboard.
Used outboard motors require just the right touch.
Inboard engines are built to last. Outboard engines are definitely more popular with small-boat owners, but for the larger cruisers and sport fishers, inboard engines are second to none. An inboard engine’s better fuel efficiency, coupled with a mate’s ability to handle large fish around the transom, make inboards the only option for big-game tournament fishing. The inboard engine’s weight, centered and low, produces easier motion when drifting or cruising.
The Betty x TRI 2 headphones are great for using aboard a boat, for floating and sunning, paddleboarding, fishing and more.
Guidelines for mounting either a manually deployed EPIRB (Category II) or an automatically deployed EPIRB (Category I).
Marine industry celebrates exceptional technicians that keep boating safe and reliable.
The US Coast Guard goes out in all weather conditions in all kinds of boats. Here are some of the most unique ones.
Popular MasterCraft X23 is brought back in completely redesigned fashion.
Kicker Marine Audio and boating experts help you make better buying decisions.
E-flares offer some unique benefits when compared to pyrotechnics. Learn how they might benefit you when boating.
While heading home, an engine problem presents a choice. Delaying the return through an inlet proves to be the best strategy.
Scheduled maintenance on your boat’s engine is a fact of life. The ability to maintain your motor, do the scheduled maintenance yourself, and even fix and replace basic parts is a valuable skill for a boater. Sure, you can take your boat into the shop for an oil change, or to replace a fuel filter, but it can get expensive quickly. Plus, your boat can end up spending as much time at the shop as it does on the water. Let Boating help with its extensive list of maintenance and how-to articles. If you want to make the jump into regular boat maintenance, we can teach you how to fix the most common motor troubles you’ll come across.
Learn the ins and outs of installing a new outboard on your old boat.
Keep intakes clean to keep your engine alive.
The questions and answers you need to troubleshoot your motor issues.
Diagnose if your engine had a spun propeller hub.
Tips for selecting the right pontoon boat engine.
We attend Mack Boring’s diesel school to learn to treat common engine problems.
Used outboard motors require just the right touch.
The top 25 reasons your boat motor won’t start, and how to fix them.
Your boat’s fuel consumption is not nearly as easy to figure out compared to your car or truck.
Learn how the propeller pitch and diameter affect your boat’s performance.