Author George Day

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Are the Dashew-Designed FPB Aluminum Expedition Yachts the Ultimate Voyagers?

Steve and Linda Dashew have left an indelible mark on the cruising world, both power and sail They developed the Deerfoot line of blue water sailboats that changed the way many voyagers thought about offshore yacht design. They did the same to the power cruising world when they launched the FPB series. The concept behind the FBP designs from 64 to 97 feet focuses on long-haul, efficient and low-maintenance cruising. New Zealand boat builder Circa Marine, based in Whangerei, North Island, built all 17 of the FPB designs until the Dashews decided to end the project at it peak of…

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One Boat Left for 2026 Mother Goose Flotilla Round Vancouver Island

NW Explorations’ annual cruise in company in the wild Pacific Northwest this year will undertake a 21-day adventure around British Columbia’s Vancouver Island. The so-called Mother Goose Flotilla will depart from Bellingham, Washington on July 17 and return on August 5. This year the flotilla is limited to six boats and as of this week, according to the NW Explorations website, there is still one boat left for booking a slot in the fleet. NW Explorations specializes in chartering trawler-style cruising boats and has been running their Mother Goose Flotillas for many years. About this year’s event, they spell out…

Cruising Life
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Hunt Yachts Acquired by DiMillo’s Yacht Sales

This is not breaking news but it is good news. At this spring’s Palm Beach International Boat show it was announced to the public that DiMillo’s Yacht Sales and dealership in Maine had acquired Hunt Yachts from the Hinckley Company. DiMillo’s has also secured an exclusive license with Ray Hunt Designs, the iconic firm that developed the Deep-V hull, to use the Hunt name in production boat building. This will keep the famous Hunt Yachts brand alive and well. The Hunt’s Ocean Series has models from 56 to 76 feet in both flybridge and Express cruiser models. These blue water-capable…

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The Art and Science of Outboard Maintenance

Increasingly over the past few years, boat builders and the boat owners they serve have shown a burgeoning interest and preference for outboards over diesel inboards. The reasons are several. Outboards are quieter, can be as fuel efficient as an inboard and free up space inside the hull for storage. Modern outboards are sophisticated machines that have evolved significantly in the last two decades to the point that they are impressively reliable and, if well maintained, destined for a long life. The catch Is in that last point. Regular care and routine maintenance are the keys to an outboard’s long…

On Watch With Peter Janssen
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Tall. Ships’ Parades Commemorate U.S.A’s 250th Birthday. Here’s How to Take Part

The big national party to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 will take many forms but the tall ship’s parades promise to be some of the highlights. In fact the party has already begun with a tall ships event in New Orleans on May 27 to June 1. Over the next six weeks, the hips will visit Virginia, Maryland New York City and Boston. While each venue will be spectacular, the main event will be in New York City on July 3 to 8. All of the tall ships will be there…

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Aspen Power Cats Launches New 38-Foot C110

When it comes to interesting and innovative boat design and performance, Larry Graff, founder and CEO of Aspen Power Catamarans may well be in a league of his own. He builds proa-style cruising cats in which one hull is narrower than the other, like Polynesian sailing proas. This unusual feature reduces drag and weight which in turn minimizes the power needed from the outboard motors for maximum efficiency and speed. He builds five models from 32 to 44 feet in Bellingham, Washington, of which the 38-foot C110 is the newest addition. The boat has a three-cabin, one-head (with shower) configuration…

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Onassis’s Classic Yacht Christina O Headed for Restoration

At 325 feet, the Christina O, once owned by shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis, was in her hayday one of the world’s largest and swankiest yachts. Onassis was a gadabout socialite, political networker and a collector of the rich and famous. His lifestyle defined the European post-war rebirth of luxury and style and the parties and guest lists aboard the Christina O were legendary. And, when John F. Kennedy’s widow Jacquline Kennedy married Onassis, his status and that of his yacht soared. As a shipping tycoon, Onassis had a knack for buying, building and refurbishing ships. But it was still eyebrow…

On Watch with Peter Janssen
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Saxdor, On the Move, Introduces new 460 GTC Flagship

The Finnish builder Saxdor made a splash at the Palm Beach International Boat Show to mark two special occasions. First, they rolled out their new 460 GTC Flagship that marks their first entry into the 45 to 50-foot market. Secondly, the show marked the first major event where Saxdor appeared with their new partners, the NASDAQ-listed American builder, Malibu Boats, Inc. (MBI). Malibu’s acquisition of Saxdor adds a brand to their portfolio that has seen expansive growth in the last few years. Saxdor’s sales in 2025 increased by a whopping 78 percent and they are only just getting started in…

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Kadey Krogen Turns 50, Introduces New Krogen 53

Founded in 1976, Kadey Krogen Yachts celebrates 50 years in business in 2026 and announced this month that they are honoring the occasion by introducing the new Krogen 53. The new boat is a next generation trawler cruising yacht with all of Krogen’s blue-water, ocean-crossing DNA. It follows in the wake of the successful Krogen 52 and advances that legacy with a hoist of innovations and new owner options. Like her Krogen sister ships, the 53 has a Pure Full Displacement hull with a fine entry at the bow, a balanced water plane for sea kindliness and the company’s iconic…

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New Aluminum Voyager 56 Fly Adventure Cruiser

The Dutch builder Van den Hoven Jachtbouw’s Voyager series has proven to be highly prized by experienced and adventurous cruisers. With four models from 50 to 71 feet and an 80 footer in development, the builder specializes in family-sized cruisers that have a true mega-yacht feel. The new 56 Fly is built on the platform of the 56 coupe. By adding a flybridge, they have nearly doubled the design’s open air social spaces. Yet, they have done so with a low profile bridge that sits very discretely atop the salon. The 56, like her sister Voyagers, is an artful combination…

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