From humble beginnings building boats for his father in South Africa to championing Leopard and now Aquila power cats, it’s safe to call Lex Raas a cat lover. Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding sits down with Lex to discuss his life with power cats and why he thinks they’re poised to continue to grow in popularity.
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Editor-in-Chief of Power & Motoryacht
One of the lucky ones who was born into boating, Dan grew up cruising aboard his family’s 33 Egg Harbor. Marinas and boatyards served as summer school and the foundation for a career on the water. When not chasing stories for Power & Motoryacht magazine he can be found cruising Long Island Sound with his wife, sons, and faithful (furry) first mate Salty.
An Adventurous Life Aboard a Camper and Trawler
We need new boaters. Dan weighs in on the costly demographic shifts that could slowly sink our pastime.
World’s Coolest Collection of Vintage Chris-Crafts Heads to Auction
Trapped in a northeastern deep freeze, Dan visits an old friend for some springtime inspiration.
Meet the former Scout team behind Volare’s remarkable electric catamaran.
Working on his Bertram with a pre-schooler gives Dan a window into his past and a lesson in fatherly patience.
