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The transition to Florida has been beneficial for Suzuki Marine. By Ron Ballanti In November 2020, Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. announced an ambitious plan to create a new marine division separate from its Motorcycle Division, relocating Suzuki Marine USA, Inc. from Southern California to Tampa, Florida. The 20-acre U.S. Technical Center is located by the water. Prior to this news, in March 2020, Suzuki Marine USA announced the purchase of a 20-acre waterfront site in Panama City, Florida, to develop its new U.S. Technical Center. Once operational, this facility will serve as the hub for research, testing, and innovation…

DIESEL OUTBOARDS Diesel outboards represent a small segment of the recreational boating market, primarily utilized by government and military agencies implementing the use of diesel instead of gasoline for their vessels. This shift contributes to the increasing acceptance of diesel outboards in commercial applications. Similar to their automotive equivalents, diesel outboards are reliable workhorses that provide extended service intervals, superior range, and are significantly less smelly and smoky compared to older models. The military favors diesel fuel for its lower combustibility compared to gasoline. Below is a summary of several diesel outboard models available today. Oxe Marine AB OXE Marine…

In an effort to expand its product offerings, Grady-White Boats has launched the Canyon 326, which merges fishing capabilities with comfort for family cruising and entertaining. This center-console boat features an enhanced beam and comes equipped with three contoured captain’s chairs that have flip-up bolsters and footrests. Standard built-in swim platforms on both starboard and port sides, along with a transom and a door on the port side, allow for quick and easy access when boarding from the dock or water, and also aid in landing large catches. “This boat serves a unique position in our lineup. It suits owners…

With 350 horsepower, the BF350 outboard is now Honda’s most powerful offering. The introduction of the brand-new Honda Marine BF350 five-liter V8 outboard is significant news beyond just the boating sector. This marks Honda’s first production V8 engine, even within the automotive realm. Honda’s debut V8 outboard is rated for 350 horsepower, becoming the flagship of its outboard collection. The BF350 is designed for boats ranging from 25 to 40 feet that utilize quad setups. “I received numerous inquiries from my automotive contacts when we unveiled this engine,” remarked Jim Loftus, head of strategic planning at American Honda Motor Co.,…

GE DIGITAL CAMERA Advice for capturing fish photographs that will impress on social media By Barry Gibson Let me be clear right away: I’m not a professional photographer—not even close. Mention f-stops or shutter speeds and I get lost. That said, I’ve had hundreds of fishing pictures published over the years, including a dozen or so magazine covers, mainly because I take numerous photos while fishing, and my cameras have “auto” settings that do the work for me. Aside from the technical details of outdoor photography (which you can read about in good books), I’ve learned some tricks from professionals…

Eight New Products from the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX). The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) serves as an excellent indicator of trends in the marine sector. The trade show occurs every October in Tampa, Florida, and is exclusively an industry event organized by the National Marine Manufacturers Association. As part of this event, IBEX hosts the IBEX Innovation Awards Program, which is judged annually by Boating Writers International. In 2023, the awards competition featured nearly 100 submissions, and upon completion of the judging, the panel selected 13 Innovation Award winners along with four honorable mentions. While not…

The new Cobia 240 CC model combines tournament readiness, family comfort, and style into one versatile package. This boat is constructed on a reliable hull that offers excellent fuel efficiency and performance in open waters, while its deck design emphasizes both aesthetics and practicality. Its expansive cockpit features a flat floor running from bow to stern, equipped with dual 33-gallon fish boxes, a 28-gallon live well, and a standard tackle station at the rear, catering to serious anglers. Fishing amenities on this center-console include rod holders mounted on the gunwales, freshwater washdown, horizontal rod storage beneath the covering boards, and…

Center-console boats have been essential to Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Boats, which began 30 years ago crafting high-speed catamarans and V-bottoms. Their latest model, the 400 Sport, premiered in February at the Miami International Boat Show.This new vessel is an extension of the company’s well-received 390 Sport, the best-selling boat in Nor-Tech’s history. “The 39 is an ideal size, so we made (the 400) slightly larger and incorporated many new features such as a glass windshield, a front entrance to the cabin, and a table that extends to the floor,” explained Trond Schou, co-founder of Nor-Tech Boats. “It’s nearly a 100-mph boat…

Evinrude staff dedicated their time to help clean the Milwaukee River. Evinrude and Alumacraft collaborated to donate a boat and E-TEC engine to Milwaukee Riverkeeper to support the protection and restoration of Milwaukee’s waterways. The inaugural trip of the boat was included in the on-the-water cleanup efforts by Evinrude employee volunteers during the 24th annual Milwaukee Riverkeeper Spring Cleanup event on April 27. The new boat was added to the fleet of Evinrude-powered vessels as volunteers collected trash and debris from the Milwaukee River. This year marked the third consecutive time that Evinrude employees have volunteered for the annual Milwaukee…

The Old Salt King of the Beach fishing tournament offers equal chances for amateurs and experts to win prizes By Jim Alexander A sudden surge erupts as the line zips off the reel at lightning speed. The reel howls in protest, the rod teeters on the edge of snapping, then—boom! A massive fish, one you’ve only fantasized about catching, has struck, breached the water, and is now soaring skyward. Welcome to king fishing. King mackerel. Kingfish. Smoker kings. The Mysterious Pelagic. A species that’s partly predictable in migration and partly an enigmatic challenge. These creatures create some of the finest…