Merritt-Based Life
January 3, 2024
Senior Editor Chris Dixon sits down with Roy Merritt to learn about the past and future of this iconic boatyard.
Senior Editor Chris Dixon sits down with Roy Merritt to learn about the past and future of this iconic boatyard.
As boaters, one of the greatest gifts we get from time on the water is perspective.
A gonzo engineer, an all-in young model, a speedy jet boat and a questionable launch ramp create an epic photo shoot.
Bob Arrington learned a valuable life lesson—love the boat you’re in.
One of the most famous American-built superyachts finds new purpose as an artificial reef.
Wonder what inspired Bill Prince’s career in yacht design? Try 400 miles on a rust bucket down the Mississippi.
In 1961, Life magazine showcased NASA’s Alan Shepard answering fan mail while inside featured a groundbreaking image of Dick Fisher calmly seated on a Boston Whaler, the unsinkable boat born from a fusion of fiberglass and expanding foam, propelling sales and creating an unsinkable legend.
To understand why Nimbus designs and builds boats the way they do, you need to understand how the Swedes boat…and live.
Have you been finding it impossible to have quality work done on your house, car—or boat? Michael Rybovich lays at least part of the blame on all the trophies.
Michael Tougias’ epic and tragic tale of one of the most ferocious blizzards to ever strike the East Coast and a final mission for the crew of the “Can Do”.
Bill Prince offers hard-won wisdom on the best ways to lighten your boat. Tip one: Ditch the flip flops?
Living a full-time life aboard means being infinitely flexible and adaptable. The rewards, says Bob Arrington, are immeasurable.
Competition is a good thing, it staves off complacency and drives innovation.
A chance meeting with newly minted cruising couple gives the Arringtons a renewed appreciation of life—and dreams.
Join a team of drug runners as they move 27,000 pounds of weed through the Everglades.
Senior Editor Chris Dixon sits down with Roy Merritt to learn about the past and future of this iconic boatyard.
As boaters, one of the greatest gifts we get from time on the water is perspective.
A gonzo engineer, an all-in young model, a speedy jet boat and a questionable launch ramp create an epic photo shoot.
Bob Arrington learned a valuable life lesson—love the boat you’re in.
One of the most famous American-built superyachts finds new purpose as an artificial reef.
Wonder what inspired Bill Prince’s career in yacht design? Try 400 miles on a rust bucket down the Mississippi.
In 1961, Life magazine showcased NASA’s Alan Shepard answering fan mail while inside featured a groundbreaking image of Dick Fisher calmly seated on a Boston Whaler, the unsinkable boat born from a fusion of fiberglass and expanding foam, propelling sales and creating an unsinkable legend.
To understand why Nimbus designs and builds boats the way they do, you need to understand how the Swedes boat…and live.
Have you been finding it impossible to have quality work done on your house, car—or boat? Michael Rybovich lays at least part of the blame on all the trophies.
Michael Tougias’ epic and tragic tale of one of the most ferocious blizzards to ever strike the East Coast and a final mission for the crew of the “Can Do”.
Bill Prince offers hard-won wisdom on the best ways to lighten your boat. Tip one: Ditch the flip flops?
Living a full-time life aboard means being infinitely flexible and adaptable. The rewards, says Bob Arrington, are immeasurable.
Competition is a good thing, it staves off complacency and drives innovation.
A chance meeting with newly minted cruising couple gives the Arringtons a renewed appreciation of life—and dreams.
Join a team of drug runners as they move 27,000 pounds of weed through the Everglades.
