Mercury Marine's new mid-tiller kit for 25hp and 30hp FourStroke outboards brings pro-level control, ergonomics, and features to small boats. Available now in NZ.
Kismet is a Ron Given-designed Econocat displacement powercat offering twin diesel efficiency, twin ensuites, and serious sea-keeping. For sale in New Zealand.
Gale warnings hit Bay of Islands and Hauraki Gulf while southern waters stay calm. Plan your week on the water with our NZ boating forecast for late August.
South Island offers calm, sunny boating this weekend while the North Island faces rough seas, heavy rain and strong winds. Find out where to go and what to avoid.
Mercury Marine launches the new V10 425hp Verado and upgraded 350hp Verado, delivering stronger acceleration, less weight, and quieter cruising for offshore boats.
The Furuno CSH10 brings 360-degree scanning, 900m detection range, and target lock to large sport fishing boats. Discover what this compact sonar can do.
The Lowrance Ghost X trolling motor arrives in NZ from $6,929. Get 20% more thrust, built-in sonar, and quieter operation for serious freshwater fishing.
Raymarine Axiom chartplotters now connect wirelessly with the Orca navigation app, letting boaters transfer planned routes from phone to helm in seconds.
The Stellar Rapid-S multisport kayak is back in NZ for 2025/26. Designed for Coast to Coast racing, it weighs 15.6kg in carbon and Kevlar construction.
The SXR 68 XL becomes the first U.S.-built yacht to use atmospheric water generation, producing fresh drinking water without desalination or bottled supplies.
The Garmin Descent S1 Smart Buoy uses SubWave sonar to track eight divers, relay messages, and keep surface crews connected in real time. Priced at $4,999 NZD.
Lowrance update 25.2 brings sharper live sonar, new trolling motor features, and wider third-party compatibility. Free upgrade for existing users.