Spring 2007

On the Cover:
A fleet of Glacier Bay power catamarans at the 2007 Miami International Boat Show. See the articles on the 3070 Isle Runner and 3080 Coastal Runner in this issue.

News Briefs
• Freshwater Anglers Can Get Help on the Road
• VersaDock Goes International

Featured Products
• DC600 Underwater Digital Camera, by SeaLife
• Origo Stove Units, by Dometic
• AC Master Power Inverter, by Master Volt
• AMX Touch Panel Remote, by Bass Products
• Marine Seat with Shock Control, by Temptress
• Twin Jetpacs, by Sword Marine Technology
• Shore Power Converter, by Bass Products
• LED Underwater Lighting, by Aqualuma

The Jarring Journey of Earthrace
A compilation of the heartaches and problems Peter Bethune and crew have endured while trying to push Earthrace around the globe for a new speed record.

Spotlight on the Collision
Help was slow to arrive after Earthrace collided with a fishing skiff off the coast of Guatemala. A man was lost and another clung to life as the crew of the racing vessel administered saline while heading for shore. Later to find that the help which had arrived was the very same that previously refused the night before.

Skipper Under Guard
Peter Bethune and crew were kept under military security while everything got sorted out. Once the incident was ruled an accident and a settlement was reached, the crew was allowed to pursue their goal of breaking the record.

Alaskan Cruising Advice
“Think Small” is the mantra that Barb Hansen tries to instill while talking about chartering the waters of the Southeast Alaskan shoreline. Why take a big cruise ship and miss all the nuances and beauty?

Letter to the Editor
Mr. Silawsky voices his dismay about the coverage of a shark fishing tournament.


Once a Dream...
Stability Yachts has come out with a new 60-foot power cat that uses SWATH technology for more stability.


The Defiant M450
This new 45-foot cat has a mono-cat bow for seakeeping abilities, but has the stability and economy of a power catamaran.

Some Reasons Why Inboard/Outboard Powerboats Sink
After publishing a recent study identifying the causes for accidental sinkings of outboard powerboats, BoatUS compiled a list of reasons of I/O sinkings and found them to be drastically different.

Glacier Bay Receives Award for Innovation
Glacier Bay was one of the two boat builders honored by the NMMA and BWI at this year’s Miami International Boat Show.


Glacier Bay 3070 Isle Runner
Glacier Bay has added to its fleet with this award winning 32-footer. Not only does it feature a huge aft cockpit with seating for six and a full galley, but features a full queen-size berth and enclosed head below.


Glacier Bay 3080 Coastal Runner
This cat is the same design as the 3070 Isle Runner, but with an all-weather hard-top cabin.


The PCM 300
Professional Catamaran Manufacturing has come out with a new 33-foot semi-displacement catamaran designed by Schionning Designs. It features two double cabins up front and another starboard aft.

The Bilge Buster
Even though you might be used to it, boat odors can be unpleasant for your guests.