In many ways, the raging popularity of center-console boats mirrors America’s infatuation with pickup trucks. Both vehicle types have evolved from ­utilitarian origins—trucks for tradesmen and farmers ...

A VHF marine band radio is your first line of communication on the water, allowing you to talk to the Coast Guard and other boat traffic. Use Channel 16 only for hailing and emergencies. Some center ...

The center-console is unbeatable when it comes to effective big-water fishing. The basic concept emerged decades ago, providing 360 degrees of access to the rail, making the timeless design a natural ...

In a virtual tsunami of popularity, outboard-powered center-console boats have swept the offshore-fishing market. What’s more, boatbuilders are scrambling to satiate the unrelenting demand from buyers ...