• What Does It Cost to Completely Rebuild a Pontoon?

    Web Exclusive August 31, 2024
    Feature
    Do you see potential in a forlorn and cast-off pontoon? Or perhaps does your weather beaten 'toon need some love and updates? Watch as Youtuber Ultimate Rebuilds walks us through how he updated and customized an old pontoon into a shiny new party boat.
  • Harris Boats Launches its First All-Electric Pontoon

    Web Exclusive August 30, 2024
    News, Feature
    Harrisboats.com
    Harris Boats announced the launch of the Cruiser e-210, the brand’s first all-electric pontoon. Powered by a Mercury® Avator™ 35e Outboard, the Cruiser e-210 provides the same level comfort, amenities and style the Cruiser model is known for, in addition
  • Sustainable Fuels Demonstration

    August 29, 2024
    Feature
    National Marine Manufacturers Association
    Latest Drop-in Fuel Technology Highlighted at the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show
  • PDB Tested: Moeller Gas Walker

    August 28, 2024 Published in the August 2023 issue
    PDB Tested, Feature
    Dan Armitage
    Here's a great fuel accessory to have for your varied boating purposes.
  • Bennington Expands Dealer Network

    Web Exclusive August 27, 2024
    News, Feature
    The pontoon boat manufacturer this year added seven North American and two international retailers.
  • Boat Test Monday: Viaggio Diamante 26U

    August 26, 2024 Published in the January 2024 issue
    Boat Test Monday, Feature
    Brady L. Kay
    Remarkable details just begin with the matte metallic black and white exterior panels and flows into the interior loaded with an impressive number of standard features on our tested Diamante from Viaggio.
  • Pack Light, But Pack Right

    August 25, 2024 Published in the May 2024 issue
    Feature
    Rebecca Blackson
    Not sure of how much to bring when you're going boating? Strike the perfect balance by remembering to pack these essentials in three categories: safety, comfort, and fun.
  • Watersport Essentials Video

    Web Exclusive August 24, 2024
    Feature
    Discover Boating
    In this "Watersport Essentials" video, we cover crucial safety guidelines that will keep you safe when participating in sports such as tubing, water skiing, and wakeboarding.
  • Sea-Doo Announces New Switch Fish Pontoon

    Web Exclusive August 23, 2024
    News, Feature
    New for model year 2025, the Switch Fish comes outfitted with all the features necessary to show friends and family an amazing time on the water catching trophy caliber fish.
  • Docks & Accessories

    August 22, 2024 Published in the February 2024 issue
    Feature
    Rebecca Blackson
    To help you with docking and storing your boat when you’re not cruising on the water, we’ve gathered a lineup of helpful accessories with the most innovative designs and cutting-edge technology. These products will ensure you can easily store, lift, and s
  • Bobber Basics

    August 21, 2024 Published in the May 2024 issue
    Feature
    Dan Armitage
    I was pleased to see how many featured fishermen at the seminar stages I found on the show circuit who were offering advice on the use of bobbers as part of the fishing skill set they recommended.
  • Best Trade Ever

    August 20, 2024 Published in the March 2024 issue
    Feature
    Rebecca Blackson
    To celebrate their 50th anniversary, Avalon Pontoons held a giveaway where they awarded a brand-new Avalon Venture Cruise for the oldest Avalon-brand pontoon still in use.
  • Boat Test Monday: Barletta Cabrio C22UC

    August 19, 2024 Published in the March 2024 issue
    Boat Test Monday, Feature
    Rebecca Blackson
    Spending time with your family on the water in a high-performance and high-caliber pontoon becomes easily attainable with the price-conscious Cabrio. With sporty handling, comfortable seats, and enough horsepower for water sports, the Cabrio is a terrific
  • Safety Within My Grasp

    August 18, 2024 Published in the March 2024 issue
    Feature
    Rebecca Blackson
    America's Boating Club offers great ways to learn more about boating. As a nationwide boating club with more than 300 chapters run by volunteer boat lovers, they offer a diverse array of boating classes—suitable for everyone from the beginning boater to t
  • Is Your Boat Lift Secure?

    August 17, 2024 Published in the February 2024 issue
    Feature
    Rebecca Blackson
    Though it’s great weather that boaters love, they must also watch for sudden storms and high winds. If you’re a coastal-area boater and are wondering how to secure your boat during a weather event such as high winds or even a hurricane, Secure-A-Lift has
  • The Boating Connection

    August 16, 2024 Published in the May 2022 issue
    Feature
    Annie Carbutt
    The Craigs have found a happy rhythm in their life at the lake, and the Amara is usually at the center of it. The pontoon has acted as a connecting factor to keep John and Suzette close and happy. They look forward to many years ahead filled with even mo
  • Top Miami Stays for Boat Lovers

    Web Exclusive August 15, 2024
    Feature
    With boating season in full swing, it's time to embrace the waves! Whether guests are sliding into the marina for a night or looking for excursions on the water, here are a few top Miami hotels for boat lovers.
  • Getting Started: Our Top Entry-Level Pontoons

    August 14, 2024 Published in the March 2024 issue
    Feature
    Rebecca Blackson
    With streamlined designs, easy controls, and especially budget-friendly prices, entry-level models are where it’s at when you’re ready to dip your toes into boating. We’ve done the leg work for you and are ready to share ten options to consider for beginn
  • Bayliner Launches New Sporty D-Series Deck Boat

    Web Exclusive August 13, 2024
    Feature, Ask The Expert
    Bayliner has announced the release of the redesigned D-series deck boat. The new D-series is a sportier version of the former DX model and is expertly crafted for everything from cruising to watersports with notable smart upgrades like a sleek new hull, e
  • Boat Test Monday: Manitou Explore 24 MAX

    August 12, 2024 Published in the January 2024 issue
    Boat Test Monday, Feature
    Brady L. Kay
    Last year, BRP launched its award-winning Manitou Explore line and Rotax S outboard engine for an amazing pairing. For model year 2024, the all-new Manitou Explore MAX dual engine models are being released in 24- and 26-foot lengths with twice the power,
  • Boat Test Monday: Godfrey Xperience

    August 12, 2024
    Boat Test Monday, Feature
    Brady L. Kay
    To sum up the value-driven Xperience line from Godfrey Pontoons, it's essentially everything you need in a pontoon, with nothing that you don't. The series is a blend of simplicity and affordability.
  • Water Toy Spectacular

    August 11, 2024 Published in the April 2023 issue
    Feature
    Shelisa Melgaard
    Here at Pontoon & Deck Boat, we had the opportunity to test the latest towables first-hand to help save you some time. We enlisted professional water toy testers, aka neighborhood kids, to help provide insight on which tubes the kids liked best. Let’s div
  • Lowe Boats Launches All New LS Line

    Web Exclusive August 10, 2024
    News, Feature, Ask The Expert
    Lowe Boats has announced the launch of all-new LS Pontoon line for 2025 which boasts full comfort, ample space, sleek designs, and superior performance.
  • No Skiis Necessary

    August 09, 2024 Published in the May 2022 issue
    Feature
    Roy Sparks
    Making a career of being pulled behind a boat, Zenon Bilas is a nine-time USA Barefoot Waterskiing champion and today is teaching and sharing his passion for the sport with others.
  • Know Your Buoys

    Web Exclusive August 08, 2024
    Feature
    Boat On Course
    Know Your Buoys makes it easy for boaters to understand common buoys and markers by taking a practical approach to boating by relating it to something you’re already familiar with – the “rules of the road” when driving a car. While there are no painted la
  • PDB Tested: Dometic Xtreme

    August 07, 2024 Published in the April 2022 issue
    PDB Tested, Feature
    Brady L. Kay
    Electric Power Assist Steering is an ideal upgrade that will enhance the driving experience and customer satisfaction for a new and large segment of the boating market. It has been thoughtfully designed as a plug-and-play installation to serve both the OE
  • KICKER Marine Audio Launches New Luxury Sound

    August 06, 2024
    News, Ask The Expert
    Designed for the customer who appreciates the nuances of sound not just volume or bass, these four new speakers are packed with KICKER quality while delivering total clarity.
  • Fun and unusual pontoons

    August 06, 2024 Published in the April 2022 issue
    Feature
    Heather M. Serrano
    Luckily for us, boating and fun mix well. That’s why we thought it would be cool to round up a few fun and unusual pontoon boats. Would you own something like this?
  • Boat Test Monday: Bennington 24 LX Sport

    August 05, 2024 Published in the February 2024 issue
    Boat Test Monday, Feature
    Brady L. Kay
    With its new sleek exterior and integrated docking lights, the latest mid-level model from Bennington Marine makes the LX Sport reminiscent of the ultra high-end RX Sport.
  • What's New for Your Boat

    August 04, 2024 Published in the August 2024 issue
    Product, Feature
    From pliers to tackle stations to bumper storage, here are the latest goods to keep you organized and efficient on the water.
  • BoatUS Offers Florida Boating Course for Renters

    Web Exclusive August 03, 2024
    Feature
    BoatUS
    Vacationers headed to Florida and planning to rent a boat now have an easy and low-cost way to earn their temporary boating safety certificate. The nonprofit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water now offers a 90-day temporary certification
  • Propelling Our Future

    Web Exclusive August 02, 2024
    News, Feature
    National Marine Manufacturers Association
    Propelling Our Future is an international campaign to educate and advance the industry on research-driven technology solutions
  • PDB Tested: Reliefband Sport

    August 01, 2024 Published in the October 2021 issue
    PDB Tested, Feature
    Brady L. Kay
    To be able to quickly battle seasickness without drugs or side effects makes it worth its weight in gold as the technology allows you to “turn off” feelings of nausea and vomiting.
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