Category: Lifestyle

The tagline says it all: Southern Boating is more than a location; it’s a way of life! Boating is a lifestyle, and we’re here to show you how it’s done, the Southern Boating way. That means we care about the water that surrounds us, the people who support us, and the culture that fulfills us.

MIBS Preview – Sea Vee’s 400Z

Sea Vee Boats

Sea Vee Boats has brought a slew of new features to the 400Z that is replacing the venerable 390B. The 400Z (39′ 4″ LOA, 11′ 3″ beam) has a 6-inch wider console than the previous generation, and the cabin is accessible by a forward side-sliding door. The extra size allows up to two 24-inch multifunction displays on the dash. The 400Z has a twin-stepped hull design and paired with triple or quad 400-hp outboards from Mercury Marine, the center console can get to the fish quickly. In the aft cockpit, there are livewells, fish boxes, and stowage. The bow includes a 161-gallon fully insulated fish box, rod lockers, and additional storage. seaveeboats.com

MIBS Preview – New For Sōlace Boats The 37CS

Sōlace Boats

The newest member of the Sōlace Boats family is the 37CS (37′ 7″ LOA, 11′ beam) and joins four other center console siblings in the line. Like all Sōlace models, it features a variable deadrise, twin-stepped hull with reversed, dynamic tracking chines, and hydrodynamic release for faster planing. Constructed with carbon fiber and Innegra, using vacuum-infused epoxy for strength and rigidity, the 37CS promises an efficient, smooth ride. Built for fishing, the 37CS has two 30-gallon livewells and in-floor fish boxes totaling 113 gallons. A full marlin tower is optional. Sōlace included a cabin with a berth (rod stowage below), sink, and a head. solaceboats.com

MIBS Preview – Riviera’s 58 Sports Motor Yacht

Riviera

Riviera’s 58 Sports Motor Yacht is the latest in the Australia builder’s Motor Sports Yacht line, which features six models from 46 to 72 feet. The 58 SMY (64′ 8″ LOA, 18′ 7″ beam) includes walkaround side decks, a foredeck lounge, an all-weather alfresco deck for entertaining, a salon with an aft galley, and a fully enclosed, air-conditioned flybridge and helm. Accommodations include three staterooms and three heads, and the full-beam master suite has a private head with a walk-in wardrobe. The yacht comes standard with twin 1,000-hp Volvo Penta D13 IPS 1350s engines and with extended-range fuel tanks, she has a range of 450 nautical miles. rivieraaustralia.com

MIBS Preview – The Updated Windy 40 Camira

Windy Boats

For families who love spending time in and on the water, the updated Windy 40 Camira has it covered. Take the sundeck, where Windy Boats custom-made storage for Seabobs, paddleboards, and Fliteboards, and to keep those toys running, the Swedish builder integrated a charging station and a compressed air pump. The dive platform on the 40 Camira (40′ 3″ LOA, 12′ beam) makes launching toys a breeze with easy access to the water for swimming or diving. An aggressive deep-V hull paired with twin Yamaha XTO Offshore outboards, the 40 Camira has a 230-mile cruising range at 34 mph and a top speed of 52 mph. windyboats.com

MIBS Preview – Four Winns’ New TH36 catamaran

Four Winns

Designers drew inspiration from Four Winns’ bowriders for the layout and lines on the new TH36 catamaran. The TH36 (39′ LOA, 15′ beam) is the Sprinter van of the water, comfortably seating up to 15 people. Four Winns offers three cockpit layouts, and a typical design includes a captain’s chair, double seat to port, and a galley with refrigerators and a sink. Maximizing space below on the TH36, Four Winns included two full suites with queen beds, closet space, and private heads equipped with a separate, enclosed shower. The twin-engine TH36 comes standard with joystick piloting and power options from Mercury Marine and Yamaha up to 700 horsepower. fourwinns.com

MIBS Preview – Pathfinder’s Revamped 2200 TRS

Pathfinder Boats

Pathfinder Boats revamped its popular 2200 TRS (22′ 5″ LOA, 8′ 6″ beam), lengthening the bay boat by 4 inches and adding an inch to the gunwale for more freeboard. Pathfinder left nothing untouched with the redesign, adding more walk-through space and improving the bow seat comfort. The update includes an in-deck storage locker for cast nets, as well as a larger standard 36-gallon livewell and an optional 36-gallon release well. In revamping the hull to improve handling and performance, Pathfinder increased fuel capacity by 10 gallons to extend the bay boat’s range. With a single 250-horsepower outboard, the 2200 TRS cruises at 30 mph with a range over 260 miles. pathfinderboats.com

MIBS Preview – Solaris Power With Three Model Debuts

Solaris Power

Solaris Power will have three models making their U.S. debut at the Miami International Boat Show, and the Italian yacht builder is confident Americans will embrace its new flagship 52 Open like Europeans have. Powered by twin diesel Volvo Penta D8 IPS 800 engines, the 52 Open (53′ LOA, 16′ 3″ beam) cruises at 31 mph with a top speed of 41 mph. Solaris offers three deck layout options which reconfigure the seating amidships, and buyers can add an outdoor grill. Accommodations below include two cabins (an optional third) and two private heads. The boat can sleep up to 12 people. solarispower.com

MIBS Preview – Stingray Launches the 253CC Center Console

Stingray Boats

Stingray Boats is launching the 253CC center console and the outboard-powered 23 OSX sport boat at the Miami show. The twin-engine 253CC (25′ 3″ LOA, 9′ 1″ beam, above) is built for fishing with an aerated livewell, an insulated fish/storage box, and a tackle station complete with a sliding cooler. Anglers will appreciate the head and sink in the console. The 23 OSX (23′ 5″ LOA, 8′ 4″ beam) is Stingray’s sole sport-boat offering and can carry a crowd with two bucket seats with bolsters, a rear U-shaped bench, and abundant bow seating. Stingray included oversized cupholders, a 25-quart Igloo cooler, and a transom shower for an enjoyable day on the water. stingrayboats.com

MIBS Preview – Boston Whaler New 210 Vantage

Boston Whaler

Boston Whaler designed the new 210 Vantage (21′ 3″ LOA, 8′ 6″ beam) to appeal to families and anglers alike. The dual console cockpit has a wraparound windshield to keep passengers comfortable, even at the boat’s top speed of 41.8 mph with a 200-hp Mercury Marine V6 outboard. Abundant seating in the bow, cockpit, and stern provides room for up to nine people. Passengers will appreciate a small head in the port console as well as the stowage through the open bow. Boston Whaler offers an optional fishing package that includes an 18-gallon livewell aft, raw-water washdown, and additional rod holders. Electronics options are either a 9-inch or 12-inch Simrad NSX display. bostonwhaler.com

MIBS Preview – Beneteau Introduces Their Latest Flagship; The Antares 12

Beneteau

French builder Beneteau will introduce its latest flagship, the Antares 12 (42′ 7” LOA, 12′ 5″ beam, above), powered by triple Mercury 300 Verados and an integrated joystick, delivering a 45-mph top speed. The hardtop integrates into the boat’s profile, forming the foundation for the spacious flybridge with an outdoor galley. The Antares 12 has spacious cabins for the owner and VIP guests, while a modular third cabin and convertible salon offers flexibility, accommodating up to eight people for overnighting. As well, two models from its long-range, bluewater cruisers, the Oceanis Yacht 60 (62′ 2″ LOA, 17′ 3″ beam) and the seventh-generation Oceanis 37.1 (39′ 2″ LOA, 12′ 10″ beam), will also be showcased. beneteau.com

MIBS Preview – Delta Powerboats’ New 48 Coupe

Delta Powerboats

Swedish builder Delta Powerboats partnered with Mannerfelt Design for the new 48 Coupé (49′ 4″ LOA, 13′ 10″ beam) taking popular features from the Open and Coupé series. The sport cruiser’s expansive decks offer multiple lounges, sun beds, and an enclosed salon with 360-degree views. Sliding doors let in cool breezes, while a large sliding roof can be opened to enjoy the stars. Below, the 48 Coupé has three cabins that can sleep six people with the master stateroom and private head forward. For power, Delta offers the sport cruiser with either twin 440-hp Volvo Penta D6 engines or a pair of 600-hp Mercury Marine V12 outboards. deltapowerboats.se

MIBS Preview – Intrepid’s New 427 Nomad SE

Intrepid

Featuring a full-height, composite T-top, and wraparound glass windshield to protect the spacious console with two rows of seating and aft entertainment center, the new 427 Nomad SE (42′ 7″ LOA, 12′ 8″ beam) is a comfortable center console with versatility to match. Luxurious bow seating includes a hi-lo table that converts it to an alfresco dining area. An electric aft sunshade covers a customizable cockpit featuring a swing-in dive door on one side, hydraulic swim platform on the other, each with fold-out ladder and grab bars, and a side entry accesses a roomy hidden head. The wider beam and longer platform are precisely balanced for today’s more powerful twin to quad engine packages. intrepidpowerboats.com

MIBS Preview – Regal Boats’ Newest Flagship The 50 SAV

Regal

Regal Boat’s newest flagship, the 50 SAV (50′ LOA, 14′ 8″ beam), boasts a plush cabin and state-of-the-art amenities for both cruisers and fishermen. Its FoldAway Hull Sides open up creating a huge entertainment platform and offer guests even more easy access to the open water. Step aboard the spacious 50 SAV and be enveloped in a world of luxury, where technology meets comfort, crafting an environment perfect for every adventure, every celebration, and every serene getaway. Imagine the thrill of cruising from the sandbar to dinner, the joy of a family retreat, the excitement of entertaining under the stars, or reeling in the biggest catch of your life—all in one vessel. regalboats.com

MIBS Preview – Bluewater Sportfishing Boats’s New 25T Center Console

Bluewater Sportfishing Boats

Bluewater Sportfishing Boats spent two-and-a-half years perfecting the tooling for its new 25T center console. Based off the company’s popular 2550, the 25T (28′ LOA, 8′ 5″ beam) features three-piece construction, a redesigned console with extruded aluminum legs, and a flat deck for improved fishability. Bluewater updated upholstery for the two-person helm and front console seat, matching it to the gunwale padding. The helm is clean and modern with electronics packages available from Garmin and Simrad. A new leaning post with flip-up bolsters and tackle station maximizes cockpit space. Bluewater allows for full customization, including power options from Mercury, Suzuki, and Yamaha. bluewatersportfishingboats.com

MIBS Preview – American Performance Marine Debuts Two Boats

American Performance Marine

South Florida builder American Performance Marine and Smart Performance Marine partnered on the AMP 34XPR and AMP 37XPR catamarans debuting at the Miami show. With seating for eight people, the AMP 34 XPR (37′ LOA, 10′ 4″ beam) is a pleasure catamaran powered by twin 600-hp Mercury Racing outboards. Standard goodies include a Garmin 9022 GPSMAP and Mercury VesselView on the dash, Mercury Zero Effort controls, Lumitec underwater lights, JL Audio stereo system, custom paint graphics, and upholstery work by Miami Prestige. The AMP cats use the Asymmetrical Hull Design for improved handling, especially in high-speed turns. americanmarineperformance.com

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