Technology

Everything you need to know about boat and hull design and construction; the latest in boat electronics and technology; and boat motors, engines, and propulsion.

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Active Anchoring

Shallow-water anchors can be invaluable for holding smaller boats in place, whether for fishing, enjoying the sandbar, or as a helping hand at the boat ramp.
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Technology Abounds In The New Boats & Products Of 2026

Self-docking boats, hazard-identifying cameras, a next-gen wireless MOB system, and so many versatile, family-friendly boats for fishing, cruising, and entertaining.
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How To Select & Install A DC-To-AC Power Inverter

A fun day of fishing turns from a hot hit to cold fear in seconds.
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Riptide Kayak Terova: Every Angler’s Skinny Water Weapon

New flagship for center-console builder Sea Pro’s line of Sandbar Boats features redesigned hull for better performance, ride, and fuel economy.
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Spirited Electric MotorPerformance From ePropulsion

New battery-integrated, hydrogenerating electric outboard delivers more power for tenders and stealth shallow water anglers.
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TESTED: Could The Maptattoo Tablet Replace Navionics?

A 500‑mile real‑world test of the Maptattoo E‑ink navigation tablet reveals where it excels—and where Navionics still leads
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Swipe Right To Park Your Boat

A new iPhone app brings smartphone-controlled, joystick-style docking to smaller outboard and inboard boats using Bluetooth-enabled propulsion systems.
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Clever New Water-In-Fuel Detection And Alert System

WIF‑Pro detects water buildup in fuel‑water separators and alerts boaters before filters are overwhelmed, helping prevent fuel contamination and engine damage with audible, visual, and MFD alerts.
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Smart Safety Upgrade On A Budget

The Captain, a new aftermarket camera system, enhances visibility while integrated GPS tracks speed and route, and a built-in DVR records the rides directly to a microSD card.