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We Americans love our boats. In fact, 141.6 million Americans go boating each year, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association. In addition, 12 million boats are registered stateside. The vast majority of these boats, though, are a lot smaller than superyachts. Regardless, regular research in the large-yacht sector does show that Americans own upwardsContinue Reading
PHOTOS: Jeff Brown In case the big cockpit doesn’t give you a clue, “fishing is his passion,” says Capt. Jeff Callahan of the owner of Northland. This 103’6″ (31.5-meter) megayacht came about because of this very activity, in fact. The owner wanted to try his hand in the world’s best sportfishing spots. Equally important, heContinue Reading
As famous as Niagara Falls is, the Maid of the Mist fleet holds equal renown. More than a million visitors flock each year to the American side of the falls, in New York, and board these boats. The fleet operator is replacing his current boats with two new, emission-free catamarans from Burger Boat Company. What’sContinue Reading
This weekend marks the 150th running of the Belmont Stakes. It’s the third and final leg of the famed Triple Crown, the most coveted title in horse racing. While there’s no Triple Crown in yachting, there have certainly been several horse-racing themed superyachts. Here’s a look at three notable names. 1. Buckpasser. The late OgdenContinue Reading
Clear, crisp conditions saw Northland set off from Burger Boat Company yesterday morning. Currently making her way through the Great Lakes, she’s heading east for perhaps somewhat warmer weather. And, no doubt, adventures to come, since ports around the world are on her itinerary. Welding began on Northland’s first metal plates in early 2016. InContinue Reading
Crisp autumn weather greeted Northland as she slipped into Lake Michigan at Burger Boat Company’s doorstep yesterday. It was the first of many tastes of water to come for the explorer. The build and design teams for the 103’5” (31.55-meter) Northland characterize her as an explorer due to her owner’s intended journeys. Not an explorer in theContinue Reading