Only a Sober Skipper should operate a boat! This fact is being emphasized by professional wakeboarder, Thomas Herman, in honor of Safe Boating Week.

Schoolchildren and boating enthusiasts have one thing in common. And that is, both groups know that summer is the best time of year. The sun’s out, the days are long, and the water beckons. Scratch ...

It’s been awhile since I’ve written a story with Rinker in the headline. John Rinker is worthy of that, and much more. This co-founder of Rinker Boat Company was a driving force in recreational ...

Your tow-sports inboard—or any inboard—requires regular maintenance if it is to deliver long life and good performance. Seasoned boat owners know to make recurring assessments part of their routine.

When it comes to premium watersports-specific boats—think top luxury, killer tech and jaw-dropping performance—there are plenty of choices. One not to be ignored is the Ultré 23ZX from Texas-based ...

Since its introduction in the late ’90s, the MasterCraft XStar has left an immeasurable mark on wakeboarding, propelling the sport and its riders to unbelievable levels. For 2025, ­MasterCraft ...

Owning a pontoon boat is all about good times on the water—sun-soaked days, relaxing cruises, and unforgettable memories with family and friends. But if you’re still cruising with the basics, you’re ...

We’ve all been there. Load the boat with gear, prep the tackle, store the food and drinks, everyone is excited about enjoying a day on the water, turn the key to start the motor—and nothing happens.

Gordon Harrison is the consummate watersports enthusiast. Growing up lakeside in Central Virginia, he naturally gravitated toward skiing and wakeboarding before moving to Orlando after high school to ...

Editor’s Note: Here’s a treat for you. One of two boat tests of the same Scout Boats 261 XSS, each performed and written by a different Boating editor. This one is by Charles Plueddeman. The other is ...

If your crew likes to go in the water for wake sports, diving or just for a swim, a boarding ladder is a must-have item. There’s also the safety factor: Take a spill overboard, and a boarding ladder ...