Boating is the world's foremost magazine for boating enthusiasts. Written by experts for those who love the sport, the editorial covers the waterfront -- from runabouts to sportfish convertibles to luxury showpieces, and everything in between.
This issue hits your mailbox about mid-July. That means I hope it ends up on the bottom of that pile of mail on your hall table or kitchen counter. At least for a little while. July is high season. The days are long, the sun is strong, and by now you’ve likely sorted out any of those petty, early-season problems and tasks that seem to plague all boaters at times. The replacement of expired flares. The mysterious bogging down that was thought to be a costly fuel-system or engine problem and ended up being a silly bug nest in the vent fitting. The patching of the tow toys. The burned-out bulb. The horn that won’t sound, the pump that won’t pump, the latch that won’t latch. I know you know…
BOATINGMAG.COM AUGUST/SEPTEMBER ON BOARD WITH CAPTAIN’S T ST FOR CO PARISON’S SAK ONLIN THIS ONTH FIRST I PR SSION G ARH AD ON BOARD WITH SCAN ME To read the full interview online, scan this tag or go to boatingmag.com/jimpearson. Jim Pearson has done so much in and around the water throughout his life, it’s hard to know where to start. A Vietnam veteran, Pearson served as a US Navy Diver with Naval Special Operations Deep Sea while overseas twice, and then, once stateside, as a police team divemaster. Pearson eventually parlayed his dive experience and boating skillset into a Southern California business. Cinema-Aquatics (cinema-aquatics.com) offers specialized underwater cameras and cameramen, boats, and film props for waterborne motion-picture productions. His firm—he is president and CEO—provides technical advisers, on-water safety and…
(Answers on page 20) 1. Your trailer lights operate, but they occasionally blink on and off, and often are not bright—they dim when plugged into your tow vehicle. What can you do to troubleshoot? A. Install a new trailer-light kit with LED lights and new wiring. Don’t waste time messing with an old system with old wires. B. Check the ground for all trailer lights first—this is a very common trouble spot. C. Install a ground wire (white wire in the trailer harness) directly to the trailer frame with a screw, locknut and washers. Often the white ground wire is not connected at all, and the trailer-hitch ball is used as the ground connection to the tow vehicle. This causes intermittent and poor connection. D. All of the above E. A…
MANUAL PUMP WUYASTA DOUBLE-CYLINDER FOOT AIR PUMP THE FILL: While intended primarily for bicycle tires, a foot pump can do the trick in an emergency situation. All it takes is a little manpower; step on the pedal repeatedly to deliver up to 160 psi of inflating capability. An analog gauge displays the tire’s psi as you pump. It’s foldable, so it’s easy to store in an SUV or pickup-truck bed. THE CHILL: It requires effort and for a full-on flat—especially on your tow vehicle or a trailer carrying a heavy boat—it could take a lot of time to provide enough air to make it road-ready. PRICE: $27.99; amazon.com AEROSOL FIX-A-FLAT TIRE INFLATOR AND SEALANT THE FILL: The 24-ounce spray can will fit in any size tow vehicle without taking up…
Launching formally at this October’s Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, the Four Winns H33 offers unparalleled water access and entertaining, thanks to not one, but two, foldout cockpit terraces that expand space aboard exponentially. The H33 features a distinctive upright stem, cross-curved windshield and reverse sheer. It also stands out for offering a choice of either twin outboard or single sterndrive power. Considerations include the unobstructed transom platform on the sterndrive version, while an optional Seakeeper gyrostabilizer is available for the outboard version. The L-shaped cockpit lounge with sun pad and electric backrest boasts premium stitching and soft textures. An optional hardtop, with electric awning, creates shaded comfort. Enjoy a fully equipped galley (grill, sink and fridge). Find two private bow lounges, and in the starboard-side cabin, you’ll discover an area…
Instead of abruptly terminating aft, as do those of most outboard boats, this big bowrider’s attractive lines seem to carry on to infinity, implying unlimited adventure and fun. Good boat design bespeaks its mission. Practically speaking, the boat’s wide-open transom provides unfettered water access. Whether it’s tubing, skiing, foiling or just lounging about, a big platform is hard to beat. Plus, Chaparral offers its standard, patented Infinity Power Step—a deployable step that extends into the water, making boarding easy, even for pets. (Infinity Power Step also makes a great semisubmerged seat.) This platform enhances dockside entertaining as well. Inside, we applaud Chaparral for inventing the most convenient helm seat controls. These allow for easy adjustment of swivel and foreand-aft movement. Besides, the upholstery overall is luxurious and high-quality. The cockpit…
