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The startup propeller company Sharrow Marine has established a manufacturing and distribution partnership with Yamaha Marine. This agreement will see Sharrow’s propellers produced at Yamaha Marine’s Precision Propellers facility and foundry located in Greenfield, Ind. Yamaha will market Sharrow’s propellers to over 100 boat manufacturers and its network of 2,000 dealers. “Yamaha is globally recognized for the quality and reliability of its products. We are thrilled to collaborate with YPPI, allowing them to cast our advanced propellers at their cutting-edge facility in Indiana,” stated Greg Sharrow, CEO of Sharrow Marine, in a press release. “We are also eager to utilize…

The all-new Open 352 Center Console from Sportsman Boats is the manufacturer’s latest flagship model, featuring innovative elements that make it perfect for both entertaining and fishing. The Open 352 boasts the most sophisticated glass-helm ever created by the company. The SportLink Electronics Integration System allows for dual 22” screens, and SeaStar’s Maximus Digital Switching System eliminates the need for switches on the dashboard. The helm is equipped with triple adjustable captain’s chairs, and the console features a wrap-around tempered glass windshield that includes an actuated vent. Its oversized fiberglass hard-top comes with two built-in Lumitec Razor lights and navigation…

Joe Curran, the chief operating officer at Iconic Marine, died on Wednesday after a fight with cancer. He was 55 years old. Curran was an integral member of the original management team that revitalized the iconic Fountain, Baja, and Donzi brands. His career in the marine industry spanned 32 years, collaborating with renowned manufacturers such as Wellcraft, Chris-Craft, and Monterey Boats among others. “When Iconic was established, Joe was my initial hire,” stated Fred Ross, managing partner at Iconic Marine, in a press release. “I couldn’t have made a better choice. Joe’s enthusiasm for boating was clear, and his skills…

Limestone Boat Company and Vision Marine Technologies have teamed up to unveil an electric center-console boat, the Seventeen Fifty-Two 2.1 Center Console EV, at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. This center console marks Limestone’s initial entry into the electric boating market and is the first of a planned series of 21- to 23-foot electric boats the company aims to launch in the coming 18 months. The Canadian firm manufactures Aquasport Boats, Limestone Boats, and Boca Bay Boats. Two years ago, CEO Scott Hanson shared his vision and met Alexandre Mongeon’s Vision Marine and its E-Motion 180E electric outboard. Hanson…

Sportsman Boats has announced that Dometic Marine’s Digital Switching technology will become standard on all boats that are 25 feet and longer from the South Carolina manufacturer. The Dometic Digital Switching system allows for the management of lights, pumps, batteries, trim tabs, climate control, and other functionalities through a single digital interface instead of multiple physical switches. This innovation enables a tidier, modern helm for customers while also streamlining wiring configurations and lowering rigging costs for the manufacturer. “Digital switching is undoubtedly the future,” stated Sportsman Boats President Tommy Hancock in a press release. “We consistently strive to be innovative…

Florida’s MYCO Trailers is further extending its dealer network westward with a new collaboration with Adrenaline Trailers located in Lake Havasu, Arizona. As an authorized MYCO Certified Dealer, Adrenaline will offer new MYCO trailers and provide service and warranty assistance for clients across California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, and New Mexico. In addition, Adrenaline will maintain its long-standing practice of customizing and refurbishing trailers, a service the Arizona business has offered for over 12 years. Denis McComb, who became the vice president of sales and marketing at MYCO Trailers in 2023, has prioritized expanding the company’s dealer network to promote the…

By Gregg Mansfield Mercury Racing is currently engaged in a vibrant 50th anniversary celebration, which they plan to continue into 2024 with the inaugural Mercury Racing Owners Poker Run scheduled for Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The event is tentatively planned for four days, from June 20-23, 2024. With assistance from the Oshkosh Convention & Visitors Bureau, Mercury Racing has enlisted experienced event planner Shannon Radtke for the occasion. “We are thrilled to collaborate with Mercury Racing, the City of Oshkosh, and Shannon Radtke,” stated Jodi Jensema, Discover Oshkosh Sales and Services Manager, in a press release. “Mercury Racing has significant roots in…

In late July, owners of Concept Boats traveled to Bimini for the company’s annual poker run from Florida to the Bahamas. Over 30 boats participated in the 45-mile journey that started from Key Biscayne, Florida, and converged at the Hilton at Resorts World Bimini. From that point, the boaters explored the islands of the Bahamas. Photos courtesy of Concept Boats This year, about one-third of the attendees had never previously boated to the Bahamas. Susan Patterson, the vice president of sales and marketing for Concept Boats, mentioned that they guided the boaters on customs clearance and unique boating locations on…

By CCL Team Honda has launched its latest, robust v8 fuel-injected outboard with a 32-valve setup that operates naturally aspirated and features fewer moving components. It boasts a compression ratio of 10 to 1 and can run efficiently on 86-octane fuel. This powerful 350-hp engine uses mild camshaft lobes, enhancing the longevity of its valve train and lifters. Why did Honda wait to enter the big transom outboard market? This new flagship motor is set to energize Honda enthusiasts and attract buyers to the water with its striking new cowling design. The engine is expected to be available in Canada…

The new 400 LXF luxury sportfish model is the latest addition to Scout Boats’ expanding LXF range. By Gregg Mansfield Scout Boats debuted the brand-new 400 LXF at the Miami International Boat Show in February, enhancing its growing LXF Collection of luxury sportfishing models. This 39-foot vessel marks the eighth model in the LXF series, alongside the 255, 277, 305, 330, 355, 425, and 530 LXF models. According to Scout Boats, the collection merges high-performance fishing boats with upscale cruisers, providing features typically found in larger sportfishing yachts. “We aim for our customers to experience that ‘wow factor’ when they…