
Behind the Build: Formula Boats
Dan Harding’s visit to Formula’s Decatur, Indiana facility reveals the real magic behind the builder’s long success.

Dan Harding’s visit to Formula’s Decatur, Indiana facility reveals the real magic behind the builder’s long success.


We tour hull number one of NorthCoast’s 415HT on the dock in Bristol, Rhode Island ahead of an early-morning offshore outing for bluefin tuna.

It takes guts to launch a new yacht brand into a crowded marketplace.

From near destruction by an infamous Carolina hurricane to a trajectory that’s led to the the biggest outboard powered yacht ever built, Steve Potts has followed a fascinating and sometimes harrowing path.

Despite his relative obscurity, Dave Livingston is one of the most accomplished boat designers in the world. And he’s far from finished.

The Granddaddy of all engine endurance tests happened in 1957. It’s still an almost unbelievable milestone today.

1,800 horsepower + 24 phone chargers + 36 cup holders + 21 speakers = An unforgettable cruise through Fort Lauderdale.

Foiling to the Bahamas aboard the Vandal 46 Explorer, Chris Dixon and his son test a new breed of powercat.

Is bigger always better? Mike Smith weighs in on what matters when choosing a boat.


Yamaha teams up with Roush to develop first-ever recreational hydrogen outboards—will they fly?

Grady-White totally overhauled the 376 model to create a capable fishing boat with luxurious appointments.


Apreamare’s stylish case for the flared hull. She’s got the comfort and power to fuel your next adventure.

Dan Harding’s visit to Formula’s Decatur, Indiana facility reveals the real magic behind the builder’s long success.

The Next-Level Fishing Machine

We tour hull number one of NorthCoast’s 415HT on the dock in Bristol, Rhode Island ahead of an early-morning offshore outing for bluefin tuna.

It takes guts to launch a new yacht brand into a crowded marketplace.

From near destruction by an infamous Carolina hurricane to a trajectory that’s led to the the biggest outboard powered yacht ever built, Steve Potts has followed a fascinating and sometimes harrowing path.

Despite his relative obscurity, Dave Livingston is one of the most accomplished boat designers in the world. And he’s far from finished.

The Granddaddy of all engine endurance tests happened in 1957. It’s still an almost unbelievable milestone today.

1,800 horsepower + 24 phone chargers + 36 cup holders + 21 speakers = An unforgettable cruise through Fort Lauderdale.

Foiling to the Bahamas aboard the Vandal 46 Explorer, Chris Dixon and his son test a new breed of powercat.

Is bigger always better? Mike Smith weighs in on what matters when choosing a boat.

Building the largest outboard-powered yacht ever.

Yamaha teams up with Roush to develop first-ever recreational hydrogen outboards—will they fly?

Grady-White totally overhauled the 376 model to create a capable fishing boat with luxurious appointments.

A sit down with Josh Porter of Formula Boats.

Apreamare’s stylish case for the flared hull. She’s got the comfort and power to fuel your next adventure.