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Canadian Boating’s 2024 Gallery of New Boats

So… got a boat, or are you planning your first? Maybe you have a boat, but you want something different, (bigger, smaller, power or sail, pontoon or PWC). The Canadian Boating magazine editorial team has been busy this past year travelling to new boat introductions, press events and particularly the big boat shows in Florida where we have gotten a first-hand look at some really exciting new boats at their large media introductions.

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The TT420 is in Canada

Dec 7, 2023 Invictus Yacht has a…

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Boats: Beneteau Flyer 9 Sundeck

Nov 23, 2023 RCR’s broker, Corbo Corbishley, had a demo…

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Marex 330 Scandinavia – Single Volvo Penta D6 440 DuoProp

The Marex 330 Scandinavia is an amazing big water family cruiser with a single Volvo Penta D6 DPI – 440 diesel and Aquamatic sterndrive including DuoProp propellers.

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New Boats: Lilybaeum Yacht’s Luxurious Levanzo 25

Sept 28, 2023 New to Canada and…

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New boats: Beneteau’s 43’ Antares 12

The new flagship of the Antares…

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SAXDOR 200 Sport Mercury 150

By Andy Adams Highly innovative…

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Cruisers Yachts 50 Cantius – Volvo Penta Assisted Docking

By Andy Adams The Cruisers Yacht…

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Regal LS36 Luxury Crossover

Regal Boats’ new LS36 is what we call a day boat. Regal says the LS36 merges their luxury yacht series with their bowrider series and the result is the LS36. This comfortable bowrider is perfect for cruising the lake or hosting friends and family for the day on the weekend.

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Schaefer 303

When company founder Marcio Schaefer designed the Schaefer 303, he managed to really dial in the formula for fun and proof of that success are the more than 1,500 Schaefer 303’s that have been sold globally by this Brazilian boat builder. The 303 is their most successful model so far.

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27 Under 27

A recent Canadian Yachting magazine reader survey showed that there is a big population of boat ownership under 27-feet amongst our audience. There are also some major design influences guiding the boat builders’ new designs and also our readers’ selections of new boats.  

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Parker Poland 800 Weekend

We are excited to bring you this review of the new Parker Poland 800 Weekend. It is a 25-foot cabin cruiser with a 9‘6“ beam which provides the boat with absolutely amazing space given its length.

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Neptunus 650F Review

Over the years Canadian Yachting has had the pleasure of doing several boat review articles on new Neptunus models and we are familiar with the qualities that Neptunus is famous for.

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Wellcraft 355 – Triple Mercury Verado 350: Built to push limits

Wellcraft launched a legacy of offshore boats from Sarasota, Florida more than 60 years ago and since then, high-performance deep vee designs have been their constant.

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Jaguar’s High-Performance Family-Oriented Catamarans Latest Model, the 37 Wildcat

Powered by twin Mercury 450R outboards, hull #1 of the 37 Wildcat is being built to 450 Pro Sport class specifications for the 2023 APBA season.

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Four Winns H4

The well-known Four Winns brand is now a part of the international boatbuilder Groupe Beneteau and the new H4 is a great example of how the design and engineering resources of Beneteau can up the game even for a brand like Four Winns that has a long and distinguished history.

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X Shore EELEX 8000

When we arranged to interview the designer and manufacturer to write a profile of the X Shore Eelex 8000 for the June 2021 issue of Canadian Yachting magazine, it was on the understanding that we always prefer to actually drive and experience the boats we write about, and we were especially keen to drive the X Shore when BCI Marine here in Canada, got their first boat from Sweden.

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New boats: World Premiere of the Axopar 45 XC Cross Cabin

The range’s first model, the Axopar 45 XC Cross Cabin, hit the aqua waters on Wednesday, April 27th, at Port Calanova, Mallorca. The innovative Axopar 45 is not your typical recreational boat and is unlike anything previously launched by the company or its competitors. 

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Schaefer 400

Considering the features and amenities that today’s power yacht buyers are looking for, we think the Schaefer 400 represents an impressive choice. It’s a stylish 40-foot express hardtop yacht, featuring a simply huge swim platform, sweeping lines and a host of appealing features.

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Neptunus 650E

Last August, we were again invited to the Neptunus Yachts facility in St. Catharines, Ontario to run and review their latest yacht, a 202650E at their marina by Lake Ontario.

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Cruisers Yachts 34 GLS

Cruisers Yachts’ 34 GLS is the latest model in the Cruisers Yachts line that includes a dozen different yachts from their flagship 60 Fly down to the 34 GLS. But there’s nothing small about the accommodations and the list of high-end features included in the new 34 GLS. This boat ticks all the boxes.

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OAKLEY 245 CC

The multi-generational island cottagers of Georgian Bay and serious fishermen are just two of the groups most attracted to the new Oakley Boats models.

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Schaefer 303

When company founder Marcio Schaefer designed the Schaefer 303, he managed to really dial in the formula for fun and proof of that success are the more than 1,500 Schaefer 303’s that have been sold globally by this Brazilian boat builder.

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MJM 3z®: The Ultimate Family Day Yacht

The MJM 3z® is an all-weather, dual console, performance driven yacht with big water capability and big fun guaranteed. It’s the ultimate family-oriented luxury day yacht.

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Azimut S6

There is an unmistakable look to the Azimut S6 Coupe that will stand out in almost any marina. The S6 is part of the Italian builder’s sport express line with the S6, S7, S8 and Grande S10 models.

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X-Shore Eelex 8000

No longer an outlier or a flash-in-the-pan idea, electric boating is fast becoming a viable alternative that does not require compromises and that brings some bold new styling and ideas.

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Sea-Doo Switch

Sea-Doo’s all-new Switch marries the performance of a personal watercraft with the versatility of a pontoon boat to create what might just be the perfect entry-level watercraft for young families.

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The MJM 3z – Big Water Capable, Big Fun Guaranteed. Bring on the Weekend

Designed in a modern Carolina Downeast style, the MJM 3z is a luxury performance, all-weather, dual console day-yacht. The 3z includes the protection of a pilot house, the most usable space in class, and delivers the swift, soft ride of an advanced Doug Zurn hull design.

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New boats: Limestone unveils L-290DC day boat

From a design perspective, we wanted to build upon what world-renown designer Mark Ellis began 35 years ago,” comments Limestone Boat Company CEO Scott Hanson. “We consulted with Mark, and then set a course to bring an all-new design to a model worthy of the Limestone name, and I could not be prouder of our engineering and design team for their accomplishments.”

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Limestone L-200R

It seems hard to believe, but Canadian Yachting magazine has never published a Limestone boat review until now. This heritage brand is being revitalized by The Limestone Boat Company’s CEO Scott Hanson and Team, with assistance from Mark Ellis, the original Limestone designer.

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Luxury yachts: Italian yard Tankoa Yachts unveils its new Linea Sportiva

Tankoa recently unveiled its new Linea Sportiva by Luca Dini in a live Zoom event. Conceived and designed to expand the market offering of the Genoa-based boutique brand, the first model in the dynamic series is the Sportiva 55 rated at under 500GT that falls between a larger and smaller version.

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Sneak Peek: Jeanneau Yachts 60 at Annapolis

Vaxed? Ready to travel? Especially to see some new boats! This sumptuous Jeanneau Yachts 60 will make its North American debut at the Annapolis Show this October. By then, please please please, we will be able to cross the border and visit Marylandfor this annual event.

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New Boats: X-Shore Eelex 8000

No longer an outlier or a flash-in-the-pan idea, electric boating is fast becoming a viable alternative that does not require compromises and that brings some bold new styling and ideas.

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WORLD CAT 280 DC-X

Last September, we had our first encounter with a World Cat 280 DC – X and it was quite impressive! We know of no other comparable Performance Offshore Luxury Catamaran in the Ontario market, but we expect to see more World Cats in the coming seasons.

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Four Winns HD5 in four configurations

The HD5 is prepared to power through the water or anchor at your favorite spot. Headlined by ample space for up to 13 people, the fully enclosed head compartment, and a luxurious interior, this boat was bred for a good time, all the time.

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VIA-MARA Classic 42 Trojan Aft Cabin Motor Yacht

VIA-MARA is a 1969 Trojan 42 Aft Cabin Motor Yacht owned by Barb and Dave Gamblin.

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Neptunus 750 Enclosed Flybridge

In the February 2020 issue of Canadian Yachting magazine, we featured our review of the Neptunus 750 Flybridge, the company’s flagship yacht. The boat had been bought by a gentleman from Newfoundland and we reviewed it just before it was to be delivered.

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Prestige 420 – Luxury sport cruiser with performance

A luxury sport cruiser like the all new Prestige 420S has it all—lines that are easy on the eyes, a luxurious contemporary interior, and performance with the kind of command and control you need to make every cruise memorable. 

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New model, revised line for Fountaine Pajot

The FPMY Brand enters a new dimension…. highlighted in their January 20th press conference. It was more than 20 years ago that Fountaine Pajot launched the first trawler catamaran. Enter the new Fountaine Pajot MY Brand featuring the MY 4.S (37), MY 5 (40) and the MY 6 (44).

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