Boating Magazine - Boat Buyers Guide 2023

In this issue

WATERSPORTS
Everybody’s going surfing, especially if it’s behind one of these 19 watersports boats, all evaluated by our staff to explore and point out the latest and greatest features.

FISHING
That trophy catch is never too far out of reach from one of these 11 new fishing boats for fresh and salt water that are equipped to the max.

RUNABOUT

The runabout is the quintessential boat that many of us see when we close our eyes and daydream about getting on the water. That's because so many people took their first-ever boat ride aboard a small, single-engine boat meant for short day trips that when the time comes to get their own boat, the classic boat style comes to mind.

10+ mins

WATERSPORTS

A boat that can make waves can bring so much joy to people who enjoy watersports, be it wakesurfing, wakeboarding, or even the relatively new sport of foiling. Boatbuilders have gotten really good at making hulls that can sculpt the perfect endless wave while still entertaining a crowd, with great layouts and booming stereo entertainment systems.

10+ mins

PONTOON

There is no style of boat quite as well-suited for living the lake life as a pontoon boat.

10+ mins

FISHING

When it's time to go fishing, you have two choices. You can walk the shoreline hoping that the fish come close enough to catch, or you can get out on a boat and go chase them.

10+ mins

VOLVO PENTA COASTAL SERIES STERNDRIVES

A new anti-corrosion system and other features off er a bevy of benefi ts and the backing of a long warranty.

2 mins

VISION MARINE E-MOTION 180E

Boatbuilders will sell a complete electric propulsion system as an OEM component.

2 mins

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Boating is the go-to resource for recreational boating enthusiasts. Every issue is packed with unbiased boat tests, must-have gear, DIY tips and the latest in electronics.