Today's News
One of a Kind
This year’s FLIBS is truly unlike any other: notably less crowds, but with a healthy dose of serious buyers.
A Wealth of Debuts at FLIBS
Over 20 new models are premiering at the downsized show; here are some of the standouts under 60 feet.
VIDEO: Get On Board Campaign Sees Results
The boating and fishing industry worked together to leverage the health benefits of both activities during the pandemic.
Yamaha Tech School Partnership Program Hits Century Mark
The outboard manufacturer’s program creates a student-to-technician pipeline for Yamaha dealers and provides technical schools with instructor-led courses and tools.
BoatUS, Stakeholders Ask FCC to Reconsider Approval of Ligado L-Band Wireless Plan
A group says the land-based, industrial 5G L-Band wireless network will make the nation’s GPS system less reliable.
Quick Hits: October 30, 2020
HMY Yacht Sales opens new office; FLIR, Patrick Industries, Marine Products Corp., and Twin Disc all report quarterly financials.
Features
Repower Surge
Dealerships, service facilities and accessories manufacturers are carving out new niches with repowering projects
Forward Thinking
Mercury Marine’s MerCruiser Bravo Four S forward-facing drive enters the sterndrive wakesurf boat market
Job Board
Columns/Blogs
Dealers: What Will the Biggest Challenge Be in 2021?
Workforce, inventory, consumer demand, absence of boat shows — this month’s Pulse Report asks dealers to look ahead.
Ladies, Let's Go Fishing Chalks Up Another Successful Event
More than 40 aspiring anglers came to the weekend program.
What Will the Biggest Challenge Be in 2021?
Workforce, inventory, consumer demand, absence of boat shows — this month’s Pulse Report asks dealers to look ahead.
MRAA’s Dealer Week Previews on Thursday
Registration is open now for the premier dealer event. Plus, quicker response times to leads is a must-have in today’s market place.
Boat Buyers are Frustrated
Sales skyrocketed during the pandemic, but dealers now have a problem with the customer experience
Continuing Demand, Dwindling Inventory
Dealers comment on whether they will attend fall shows and the continuing supply chain issues
Numbers Show a Mixed Bag
Housing is hot and consumer confidence continues to rise, but indicators suggest a slowing rebound
Ready to Tack, Set and Jibe?
A practiced sequence can win a sailboat race — or move your company ahead of the competition
Beyond the Horizon
“Had a really good day on the fish two days ago,” a colleague told me about a recent sortie chasing the early fall striped bass run in the Mid-Atlantic.
