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DDDD DDDDVOLUME 38 NUMBER 2 $14.95 268-44 Crawford Cres., Campbellville, ON L0P 1B0 2nd Class Registration Number #43638025 www.powerboating.com 2023 NEW BOAT BUYER’S GUIDEYACHTS | CRUISERS | CUDDYS FISH BOATS | DECK BOATS PONTOONS | ELECTRIC BOATS CENTER CONSOLES PWCS | WAKESURF BOATS 70 BOATBOAT REVIEWS NEWNEW SYLVAN M5 OF THE BEST 2023 2023 ENGINESENGINES Cover 38-2 - NEW.indd 1Cover 38-2 - NEW.indd 12023-05-23 4:54 PM2023-05-23 4:54 PMsuzuki.ca @suzukicanada SEE THE SUZUKI ULTIMATE OUTBOARD LINEUP Actual outboards may not be exactly as shown on image. See your participating authorized Suzuki dealer for availability.FULL BEAM MASTER SUITE 46 CANTIUS46 CANTIUS For more information on the 46 Cantius, please visit CRUISERSYACHTS.COM 338BR | 338OB | 35EX | 38GLS | 39EC | 42C | 50C | 54C | 54F | 60C | 60F 46C cruisers.indd 1cruisers.indd 12022-06-02 2:31 PM2022-06-02 2:31 PM4 Power Boating Canada | Volume 38 Number 2www.powerboating.com contents features 18 IS AN ELECTRIC BOAT FOR ME? When it comes to price, speed, and range, you can pick any two, but not all three! 26 MARINE ENGINE ROUND UP 2023 FOR THE BOATING SEASON Here’s a first glance at the bedazzling, shiny new objects you might see when prowling the docks in 2023. 34 2023 NEW BOAT BUYER’S GUIDE A selection of boats currently available in Canada. Please consult your local dealer to confirm availability and pricing on the full range of 2023 models. 26 On The Cover: Sylvan Marine M5 DDDD DDDD VOLUME 38 NUMBER 2 $14.95 268-44 Crawford Cres., Campbellville, ON L0P 1B0 2nd Class Registration Number #43638025 www.powerboating.com 2023 NEW BOAT BUYER’S GUIDEYACHTS | CRUISERS | CUDDYS FISH BOATS | DECK BOATS PONTOONS | ELECTRIC BOATS CENTER CONSOLES PWCS | WAKESURF BOATS 70 BOATBOAT REVIEWS NEWNEW SYLVAN M5 OF THE BEST 2023 2023 ENGINESENGINES Cover 38-2 - NEW.indd 1Cover 38-2 - NEW.indd 12023-05-23 4:54 PM2023-05-23 4:54 PM columns 8 PUB PAGE 10 LIFELINE 12 HANDLE WITH CARE 14 FISH TALK 18 BOATING TIPS 22 GEAR GALLERY 91 MAINSTREAM 22 < MARINE POWER SPOTLIGHT > 14 18 Contents 38-2.indd 4Contents 38-2.indd 42023-05-24 11:19 AM2023-05-24 11:19 AM34_FY24-Bridge-PlanQ1-Endemic-Print-Full-page-Powerboating-Canada.indd 03 BRPSea-DooPrint AdsPS379812023-02-15 KS MY23 Switch Cruise 18CAEN Format: 9” X 10.875” Bleed: 0.25” Safety: 1” C M Y K Ad Number: N/A Publication: N/A Insertion Date(s): N/A ATTENTION — Trapping to be done by the printer according to the printer’s specs. Make any weekend a vacation. © 2023 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP). All rights reserved. ®, T M and the BRP logo are trademarks of BRP or its affi liates. †All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Carefully read the operator’s guide and safety instructions. Observe applicable laws and regulations. Always wear appropriate protective clothing, including a personal fl otation device and wetsuit bottoms. Riding, alcohol and drugs don’t mix. See your authorized BRP dealer for details. Make any weekend a vacation. DISCOVER THE SEA DOO SWITCH Let the good times fl oat with the fully confi gurable Switch Cruise pontoon. It’s incredibly affordable, adaptable and a whole lot of fun. 2023 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP). All rights reserved. ®, T M and the BRP logo are trademarks of BRP or its affi liates. †All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Carefully read the operator’s guide and safety instructions. Observe applicable laws and regulations. Always wear appropriate protective clothing, including a personal fl otation device and wetsuit bottoms. Riding, alcohol and drugs don’t mix. See your authorized BRP dealer for details. Learn more at sea-doo.comLearn more at sea-doo.com 34_FY24-Bridge-PlanQ1-Endemic-Print-Full-page-Powerboating-Canada.indd 115/02/23 20:58www.powerboating.com index 2023BOAT Bowrider & Deck Boats Four Winns H2 Surf 38 Hurricane Sundeck 187 39 Monterey 378 Super Sport 39 Princecraft Ventura 192 40 SeaRay 260 SLX 41 Scarab195 ID 41 Starcraft SVX 171 OB 42 Yamaha 2755 DX 43 Center Consoles Bayliner Trophy 22CC 44 Blackfin Boats 400CC 45 Donzi Marine 39 VRZ 45 Formula 387CCF 46 Fountain 39 DX 47 Nautic Star 22 XS 47 Parker Offshore 2900CC 48 Robalo R250 48 Velocity 260 Bay Hybrid 49 Wellcraft Boats 355 49 Electric Boats Crest Current 50 Four Winns H2e 51 Super Air Nautique GS22E 51 Princecraft Brio 170 E 52 Rand Source 22 52 Vision Marine Volt 180 53 Voltari 260 53 X Shore Eelex 8000 54 Express Cruisers & Yachts Aquila 42 Yacht - Power Cat 56 Absolute 52 Fly 57 Bavaria SR36 58 Cobrey 33 HT 58 Cranchi 46 Luxury Tender 59 Cruisers Yachts 50 GLS 60 Formula 500 SSC 62 Galeon 325 61 Greenline 58 Fly 64 Jeanneau NC 1295 Fly 61 Prestige M48 63 Regal 42 Grande Coupe 63 Fishing Boats Alumacraft Trophy 205 67 Crestliner Commander 2050 68 Legend 18 XTE Sport 68 Lowe Fish and Ski 1900 69 Lund 202 Pro-V GL 69 Princecraft 172 Max 70 Sailfish 226 DC 71 Smoker Craft Phantom 20 X2 OS 72 Starcraft 166 Stealth Tiller 73 Personal Watercraft KawasakiUltra 160 LX 74 Sea Doo PXP X 300 75 Taiga OCRA Carbon 76 Yamaha VX Cruiser 76 Pontoons Armada Eco LX 168 78 Avalon Waketoon 23 79 Barletta Reserve 26 UC 79 Bennington 22 LX2 80 Godfrey Mighty G 80 Harris Cruiser 190 81 Legend V-Series, Aqua Tower Sport Pro 82 Manitou Explore 22 Max 82 Princecraft Vogue 25 RL 83 Sea Doo Switch 84 Starcraft SLS Q DH 85 Sunchaser Geneva Sport 23F 86 Sylvan M5 LZ 87 Wakesurf Boats Centurion Fi23 88 MasterCraft XT23 89 Nautique Super Air GS 22 89 Tigé 25 90 Yamaha 255 XD 90 Bavaria SR36 Princecraft Ventura 192 Taiga ORCA Carbon Sea Doo Switch Yamaha 255 XD Contents 38-2.indd 6Contents 38-2.indd 62023-05-24 11:21 AM2023-05-24 11:21 AMFORMULA PRESENTS THE BEST MOVE in performance, styling and features for the ultimate center console experience! Offering flexibility from all-out fishing features to sporty adventures, now is the time to plan for your Formula 387 Center Console Fish and Center Console Sport! Both bring a trove of innovations in seating, storage and equipment options that are new to Center Consoles, while the cabin with 6'4" head-room brings unprecedented features where comfort is key. The new 38'7" Formula with 12' beam is powered by triple Mercury Verado V8s, the newly introduced triple Mercury Verado V10s, triple Mercury Racing 450Rs or twin Mercury Verado 600 outboards. The Formula 387 Center Console series builds on Formula’s rich offshore heritage and gives you the flexibility from all-out Fish to all-out Sport and all points in between! 2200 West Monroe St. • PO Box 1003 • Decatur, IN 46733 • 800.736.7685 www.formulaboats.com • The Formula 387 CCF & CCS — It’s What Moves You! CCformationad.PRunIssues.MY23.indd 1CCformationad.PRunIssues.MY23.indd 12023-05-09 3:20 PM2023-05-09 3:20 PM8 Volume 38 Number 2 PUBLISHERS PAGE Bill Taylor PBC Publisher William E. 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Taylor Publisher bill@powerboating.com Follow us on Facebook! @PowerBoatingCanada Follow us on Instagram! @powerboatingcanada It’s Boating Time! elcome to our 38th edi- tion of Power Boating Canada’s Buyer’s Guide, designed to equip you with the latest information in the boating industry. Within these pages, you will discover a comprehensive range of over 70 boats, catering to every need, from the agile fishing vessels to the magnificent cruiser of your dreams. Today, manufacturers are push- ing the boundaries of innovation and luxury, offering unbeatable pricing and exceptional service. Advancements in manufacturing processes have paved the way for remarkable improvements across the entire boating spectrum. With com- puter-assisted designs and superior materials, builders are crafting ves- sels that excel in handling and pro- vide unparalleled pleasure. Furthermore, engine manufactur- ers have developed quieter, cleaner, and more fuel-efficient power plants that seamlessly complement the lightweight hulls of modern boats. In this issue, we delve into the world of electrification and present eight new electric boats starting on page 50, sparking your imagination with their revolutionary designs. Many of the manufacturers are still catching up with the huge increase in demand, whether it be a lack of materials such as steel, alu- minum, fibreglass, etc. But we’ve managed to put together a com- plete guide to buying your next boat with all the information you need to know. Our esteemed columnist, Dusty Miller, sheds light on the intrica- cies of “right of way” on the water, while Mark King shares insights on turning the boat to assist a person overboard. Also, our long-time fish- ing expert Patrick Campeau explores how electric boat motors can enhance your fishing experience. If you have yet to consider pur- chasing a new boat, now is the opportune moment. The boat- ing industry is experiencing high demand like we’ve never seen before, and you should try to secure your next craft as soon as possible. By placing your order quickly, you may just get the boat of your dreams today! The allure of the boating world lies in the captivating experiences it offers, intriguing many newcomers. It’s not solely about the vessel itself, but rather the remarkable destina- tions that await you and your loved ones. Stay safe and enjoy the sum- mer of 2023 on your favourite waterways. W Pub Page 38-1_converted.indd 8Pub Page 38-1_converted.indd 82023-05-24 10:44 AM2023-05-24 10:44 AMScan the code to learn more. 360° of Fun The Volvo Penta Forward Drive blends the comfort and performance of a traditional sterndrive with the action of a watersport boat into one versatile package. 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