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The runabout boat exemplifies the boating lifestyle, with either a flush-deck cuddy cabin or a bowrider layout. Boating defines runabout boats, loosely, as open boats that are traditionally under about 25 feet in length.But some modern runabout designs exceed over 40 fee in length.

The 2025 Boating Boat Buyers Guide (BBG) is a compilation of over 75+ boat model in-depth reviews from our team of editors: From runabout boats to watersports boats, to pontoon boats and fishing boats, our guide has you covered.. Our Certified Tests include performance data you can trust and use to compare the speed and efficiency of similar models. Our Tech Team brings to bear multiple ...

Comparing the electronics available today to those from a decade ago is pretty eye opening. The technological changes in just 10 years means today we have better sonar, multi-function display units, night vision technology, and boat camera security systems than ever before.Boating

Apr 9, 2025 · Because Bayliner carried the D22’s beam forward into the bow area, there’s plenty of seating options in the interior. Forward, a U-shaped lounge wraps the bow cockpit with not only the typical forward-facing seatbacks for those who like to stretch out, but also padded backrests at the forward wall to allow passengers to face aft or watch watersports action in the boat’s wakes.

Apr 30, 2025 · Overview. The 210 Vantage is the newest and smallest of Boston Whaler’s dual-console fleet. It shows its versatility immediately upon entrance to the cockpit, where its comfy, flip-up jump-seat backrests fold down flat to the deck when not in use to create a roomy, raised casting platform for anglers.

Apr 2, 2025 · Rod holders are found throughout the 261 XSS. Courtesy Scout Boats. The center console features a large storage box forward, its lid sealed with a rubber gasket to keep contents dry, and mounted to articulating stainless-steel hinges for ease of access.

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Boat of the Year: How It Works. Boating’s editors test more than 100 boats per year in just about every category.During 2024, our editors once again tested more than 100 boats, including PWC, 16-foot-long runabouts, cruisers, dayboats, and center …

Oct 28, 2024 · The 232 Center Console is a fishing machine with a comfortable ride. Courtesy Sailfish Boats Fishing—Small: Sailfish 232 Center Console. Usually, more expensive boats get honored with Boat of the Year awards: Expensive boats generally see more money applied to them for the R and D that creates innovation.