Yamaha Outboards – A Year of Innovation
Yamaha Outboards has been leading the way with a series of new engines and technology that are setting a new benchmark in what to expect from your new outboard.
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Mercury vs Yamaha Outboard Motor Innovation!
Outboard motors are chock full of innovations and represent the future of high hp outboards needed to propel ever larger center consoles.
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Yamaha Marine Launches Marine Plastics Initiative
Plastics pollution in the world’s waterways is a huge problem. The Yamaha Marine Group (YMG) took a big step towards being a part of the solution when the Kennesaw, GA-headquartered company launched its new Marine Plastics Initiative this summer. On one hand, the program serves to support the Save Our Seas Act. The Act, which…
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New Power, New Control & New Outboard Features from Yamaha in 2018
Have it your way doesn’t just apply to fast-food burgers. A trio of products launched this year by the Yamaha Marine Group makes it easier to tailor outboard power choices to specific boating wants and needs. More specifically, the Kennesaw, Georgia-headquartered company offers an addition to the V MAX SHO family, new power and…
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Over $300,000 Awarded in CCA Florida STAR
Conservation of one of Florida’s most popular marine resources, namely fish, is the main objective of the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) of Florida’s annual State-wide Tournament & Anglers Rodeo (STAR), presented by Yamaha. The 2017 event concluded with CCA Florida and its partners awarding over $300,000 in prizes and scholarships to anglers from across the…
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Westerhall White Jack Workboat Regatta
Sailing action took centre stage on Grand Anse Beach in January as the 24th annual Grenada Sailing Festival got under way bringing high adrenalin racing and fun to the crowds who came to enjoy this unique sailing event. Twenty five boats from Gouyave, Grand Mal, Sauteurs and Woburn lined up bringing their well-known and much…
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Riding in An Ocean-Going Pink Cadillac, NautiLimo
The pink Cadillac looks like it made a wrong turn from the Florida Keys Overseas Highway and ended up in the ocean. Yet, it glides serenely along on the flat-calm waters of Florida Bay. Visitors at the oceanfront Lorelei Restaurant and Bar, where it is docked when not chartered, register surprise and then a smile…
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Outboards: New Power – More Power
The Miami International Boat Show was a bustle of activity with its halls and marinas filled with the latest and greatest boating has to offer. There was not only a large assortment of boat debuts at the show but also an impressive amount of new engines and power plants on display. From electric trolling motors…
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St Thomas USVI Bastille Day Kingfish Tournament Set for July 13
Fish the tradition! Fishing, family and fun all wrapped into one is what you’ll find at the Northside Sportfishing Club’s Annual Bastille Day Kingfish Tournament. Set for Sunday July 13th at Hull Bay Hideaway. This is your chance to catch the ‘big one’ and pocket $2000 in cash plus prizes. The Annual Bastille Day Kingfish…
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2014 Miami Boat Show Full of New Products
Imagine twenty football fields of carpeted floor space covering two floors of a convention center. Now throw in two separate in-the-water venues with miles of docks. That is the sheer size of the Miami International Boat Show in February. I arrived this year with a very clear purpose — to find the products that YOU,…
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Outboard Motors for Center Consoles from the Experts
In the third part of our series on what to look for in a center console boat, we talked with our panel of experts about… Selecting the right Outboard Motor Package for your Center Console Boat Here are their recommendations… David Meeler, Yamaha “Outboards have really become the power option of choice for center consoles….
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Everglades Founder CEO Honored with Signature Series Boat
Bob Dougherty has been designing and building boats for more than 55 of his 83 years. His beloved 24-footer, customized to commemorate his accomplishments, was recently unveiled as the Limited Edition Bob Dougherty Signature Series 243CC by Everglades Boats. It makes its public debut at the United States Powerboat Show October 3-6 in Annapolis. “We…
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Tips for Buying an Outboard Motor Warranty
When purchasing an outboard motor there are many decisions to be made and choices to select from to ensure you are getting the perfect motor for your needs. There are obvious factors to consider, such as the right horsepower, two or four stroke, etc., but the outboard motor’s warranty can be something that is overlooked…
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Basic New Outboard Motor Maintenance Tips
So after searching and researching you figured out which outboard is best for you and there she sits on the transom of your boat gleaming in the sunlight. She has been quite an investment and she will serve you well, but only if you take good care of her. Today’s new four-stroke outboards are complex…
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Outboard Motor Express Cruisers
Attend any boat show and you might note some pretty drastic changes within the marine industry recently. The recession that hit all aspects of the industry, ever-increasing fuel costs, and tightened environmental regulations have also pushed manufacturers to consider new technologies in order to bring in new customers and retain old ones. This has translated…
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Four Stroke Outboard Motors On A Diet and Losing Weight
Selecting a new outboard motor can be a difficult task. This is especially true with all the options one has today. Outboard Motors have become more efficient and environmentally friendly and manufacturers are offering motors that are more reliable and are technological improvements over past models. Each manufacturer bestows their own virtues and choosing between…
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New Technology for Today’s Outboard Boat Motor
Technology is moving forward at blistering speeds and today’s modern outboard boat motor is utilizing this technology to become faster, lighter, greener and more efficient than anything that has been produced in the past. In order to meet stricter emissions restrictions, higher fuel costs and ever more educated and demanding consumers, technologies of all kinds…
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Yamaha Debuts Helm Master Joystick Steering for Outboards
It’s not exactly the joystick of video game fame, but helm master can maneuver mid to large-sized boats with pinpoint precision and ease. Yamaha launched Helm Master, its innovative boat control system, at the Feb. 14-18 Miami Boat Show. The Helm Master control system is designed for boats with twin or triple mounts of Yamaha’s…
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Joystick Boat Control for Outboards COMING SOON
ALL AT SEA recently was invited to test the “soon to be released” Joystick Boat Control systems for Mercury Marine and Yamaha Outboards. Yes, you read that correctly, Joystick Boat Control for OUTBOARD engines! This Spring, Docking a boat is going to become child’s play. In fact, with joystick boat control for outboards, your…
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Purchasing and Servicing an Outboard Motor
In previous articles in this series we discussed the differences between two- and four-stroke motors, how they work and what the different manufacturers are offering. In this article we will discuss what to consider when making the decision to buy a new outboard. So you know that boat you want to purchase or you already…
