November 21, 2023
Boats: Beneteau Flyer 9 Sundeck
Nov 23, 2023 RCR’s broker, Corbo Corbishley, had a demo…
October 11, 2023
Marex 330 Scandinavia – Single Volvo Penta D6 440 DuoProp
The Marex 330 Scandinavia is an amazing big water family cruiser with a single Volvo Penta D6 DPI – 440 diesel and Aquamatic sterndrive including DuoProp propellers.
September 27, 2023
New Boats: Lilybaeum Yacht’s Luxurious Levanzo 25
Sept 28, 2023 New to Canada and…
May 3, 2023
Cruisers Yachts 50 Cantius – Volvo Penta Assisted Docking
By Andy Adams The Cruisers Yacht…
March 28, 2023
Regal LS36 Luxury Crossover
Regal Boats’ new LS36 is what we call a day boat. Regal says the LS36 merges their luxury yacht series with their bowrider series and the result is the LS36. This comfortable bowrider is perfect for cruising the lake or hosting friends and family for the day on the weekend.
March 9, 2023
Schaefer 303
When company founder Marcio Schaefer designed the Schaefer 303, he managed to really dial in the formula for fun and proof of that success are the more than 1,500 Schaefer 303’s that have been sold globally by this Brazilian boat builder. The 303 is their most successful model so far.
March 6, 2023
27 Under 27
A recent Canadian Yachting magazine reader survey showed that there is a big population of boat ownership under 27-feet amongst our audience. There are also some major design influences guiding the boat builders’ new designs and also our readers’ selections of new boats.
March 1, 2023
Parker Poland 800 Weekend
We are excited to bring you this review of the new Parker Poland 800 Weekend. It is a 25-foot cabin cruiser with a 9‘6“ beam which provides the boat with absolutely amazing space given its length.
October 31, 2022
Neptunus 650F Review
Over the years Canadian Yachting has had the pleasure of doing several boat review articles on new Neptunus models and we are familiar with the qualities that Neptunus is famous for.
October 17, 2022
Wellcraft 355 – Triple Mercury Verado 350: Built to push limits
Wellcraft launched a legacy of offshore boats from Sarasota, Florida more than 60 years ago and since then, high-performance deep vee designs have been their constant.
September 6, 2022
Jaguar’s High-Performance Family-Oriented Catamarans Latest Model, the 37 Wildcat
Powered by twin Mercury 450R outboards, hull #1 of the 37 Wildcat is being built to 450 Pro Sport class specifications for the 2023 APBA season.
June 15, 2022
Four Winns H4
The well-known Four Winns brand is now a part of the international boatbuilder Groupe Beneteau and the new H4 is a great example of how the design and engineering resources of Beneteau can up the game even for a brand like Four Winns that has a long and distinguished history.
June 6, 2022
X Shore EELEX 8000
When we arranged to interview the designer and manufacturer to write a profile of the X Shore Eelex 8000 for the June 2021 issue of Canadian Yachting magazine, it was on the understanding that we always prefer to actually drive and experience the boats we write about, and we were especially keen to drive the X Shore when BCI Marine here in Canada, got their first boat from Sweden.
May 11, 2022
New boats: World Premiere of the Axopar 45 XC Cross Cabin
The range’s first model, the Axopar 45 XC Cross Cabin, hit the aqua waters on Wednesday, April 27th, at Port Calanova, Mallorca. The innovative Axopar 45 is not your typical recreational boat and is unlike anything previously launched by the company or its competitors.
April 14, 2022
Schaefer 400
Considering the features and amenities that today’s power yacht buyers are looking for, we think the Schaefer 400 represents an impressive choice. It’s a stylish 40-foot express hardtop yacht, featuring a simply huge swim platform, sweeping lines and a host of appealing features.
March 3, 2022
Neptunus 650E
Last August, we were again invited to the Neptunus Yachts facility in St. Catharines, Ontario to run and review their latest yacht, a 202650E at their marina by Lake Ontario.
March 2, 2022
Cruisers Yachts 34 GLS
Cruisers Yachts’ 34 GLS is the latest model in the Cruisers Yachts line that includes a dozen different yachts from their flagship 60 Fly down to the 34 GLS. But there’s nothing small about the accommodations and the list of high-end features included in the new 34 GLS. This boat ticks all the boxes.
February 22, 2022
OAKLEY 245 CC
The multi-generational island cottagers of Georgian Bay and serious fishermen are just two of the groups most attracted to the new Oakley Boats models.
January 31, 2022
Schaefer 303
When company founder Marcio Schaefer designed the Schaefer 303, he managed to really dial in the formula for fun and proof of that success are the more than 1,500 Schaefer 303’s that have been sold globally by this Brazilian boat builder.
January 25, 2022
MJM 3z®: The Ultimate Family Day Yacht
The MJM 3z® is an all-weather, dual console, performance driven yacht with big water capability and big fun guaranteed. It’s the ultimate family-oriented luxury day yacht.
January 24, 2022
Azimut S6
There is an unmistakable look to the Azimut S6 Coupe that will stand out in almost any marina. The S6 is part of the Italian builder’s sport express line with the S6, S7, S8 and Grande S10 models.
January 19, 2022
X-Shore Eelex 8000
No longer an outlier or a flash-in-the-pan idea, electric boating is fast becoming a viable alternative that does not require compromises and that brings some bold new styling and ideas.
December 8, 2021
Sea-Doo Switch
Sea-Doo’s all-new Switch marries the performance of a personal watercraft with the versatility of a pontoon boat to create what might just be the perfect entry-level watercraft for young families.
December 7, 2021
The MJM 3z – Big Water Capable, Big Fun Guaranteed. Bring on the Weekend
Designed in a modern Carolina Downeast style, the MJM 3z is a luxury performance, all-weather, dual console day-yacht. The 3z includes the protection of a pilot house, the most usable space in class, and delivers the swift, soft ride of an advanced Doug Zurn hull design.
September 22, 2021
New boats: Limestone unveils L-290DC day boat
From a design perspective, we wanted to build upon what world-renown designer Mark Ellis began 35 years ago,” comments Limestone Boat Company CEO Scott Hanson. “We consulted with Mark, and then set a course to bring an all-new design to a model worthy of the Limestone name, and I could not be prouder of our engineering and design team for their accomplishments.”
July 20, 2021
Limestone L-200R
It seems hard to believe, but Canadian Yachting magazine has never published a Limestone boat review until now. This heritage brand is being revitalized by The Limestone Boat Company’s CEO Scott Hanson and Team, with assistance from Mark Ellis, the original Limestone designer.
July 7, 2021
Luxury yachts: Italian yard Tankoa Yachts unveils its new Linea Sportiva
Tankoa recently unveiled its new Linea Sportiva by Luca Dini in a live Zoom event. Conceived and designed to expand the market offering of the Genoa-based boutique brand, the first model in the dynamic series is the Sportiva 55 rated at under 500GT that falls between a larger and smaller version.
June 22, 2021
Sneak Peek: Jeanneau Yachts 60 at Annapolis
Vaxed? Ready to travel? Especially to see some new boats! This sumptuous Jeanneau Yachts 60 will make its North American debut at the Annapolis Show this October. By then, please please please, we will be able to cross the border and visit Marylandfor this annual event.
June 8, 2021
New Boats: X-Shore Eelex 8000
No longer an outlier or a flash-in-the-pan idea, electric boating is fast becoming a viable alternative that does not require compromises and that brings some bold new styling and ideas.
May 14, 2021
WORLD CAT 280 DC-X
Last September, we had our first encounter with a World Cat 280 DC – X and it was quite impressive! We know of no other comparable Performance Offshore Luxury Catamaran in the Ontario market, but we expect to see more World Cats in the coming seasons.
May 11, 2021
Four Winns HD5 in four configurations
The HD5 is prepared to power through the water or anchor at your favorite spot. Headlined by ample space for up to 13 people, the fully enclosed head compartment, and a luxurious interior, this boat was bred for a good time, all the time.
April 29, 2021
VIA-MARA Classic 42 Trojan Aft Cabin Motor Yacht
VIA-MARA is a 1969 Trojan 42 Aft Cabin Motor Yacht owned by Barb and Dave Gamblin.
April 9, 2021
Neptunus 750 Enclosed Flybridge
In the February 2020 issue of Canadian Yachting magazine, we featured our review of the Neptunus 750 Flybridge, the company’s flagship yacht. The boat had been bought by a gentleman from Newfoundland and we reviewed it just before it was to be delivered.
April 6, 2021
Prestige 420 – Luxury sport cruiser with performance
A luxury sport cruiser like the all new Prestige 420S has it all—lines that are easy on the eyes, a luxurious contemporary interior, and performance with the kind of command and control you need to make every cruise memorable.
January 27, 2021
New model, revised line for Fountaine Pajot
The FPMY Brand enters a new dimension…. highlighted in their January 20th press conference. It was more than 20 years ago that Fountaine Pajot launched the first trawler catamaran. Enter the new Fountaine Pajot MY Brand featuring the MY 4.S (37), MY 5 (40) and the MY 6 (44).
January 4, 2021
Cruisers Yachts Raises the Bar for Day Boating
Once again, Cruisers Yachts is leading the market for day boats with their new 42 GLS model that premiered at the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show at the end of October. The concept of a large day boat is now a very well-established trend made possible by the amazing new power and efficiency of the latest four stroke outboards.