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M A R I N E M AX L I F E S T Y L E S
CHAIRMAN'S LETTER S U MM ER 2018 A N N IV ERSA RY ED ITION
Summer Greetings! Summer is here and another year is halfway behind us. I hope you have been able to slow down and make the most of your weekends and vacation time, enjoying boating with your family and friends. If you’ve gotten behind on finding time to relax—your MarineMax family can help you get back to what matters most—enjoying life and spending time with your loved ones. We can provide service, parts, accessories, and boating classes— whatever you need to take some of the prep and stress off of you so you can make the most of the boating lifestyle. We also have planned Getaways!® and activities to help you maximize your boating adventures. Or, if you really want a change of scenery—MarineMax Vacations is just a phone call away. We have a fleet of Aquila Power Catamarans available for charter in the breathtaking British Virgin Islands. Some of our stores are helping coordinate BVI Changes in Latitudes Getaways!
Bill McGill
for groups. The more the merrier. When you arrive, just add the islands'
Chairman, CEO
specialty drink, The Painkiller, and you’ll be off to a great start. Our BVI experience is guaranteed to help you leave your daily responsibilities and worries behind. If you would like to learn more about planning a customized BVI charter adventure for your family and friends, please visit us at marinemaxvacations.com. And by now you have probably noticed that this year we are celebrating our 20th company anniversary. What an amazing journey we have had so far! Our mission is—and always will be—to provide the world’s best pleasure boating experience by consistently exceeding the greatest expectations of our customers, team members and shareholders. Our passion and focus is on helping our family of boaters experience the world’s best recreation—a family recreation. And one of the great things about our recreation is that, in most regions, it can be enjoyed year-round. An investment of time with your family is priceless. We have over 60 locations in 16 states, plus our charter fleet in the BVI. Our teams across the country have access to over 20 brands, ranging from 11 to 120 feet. Our experienced team would love the
MarineMax, Inc. is the largest recreational boat retailer in the United States, with over 60 retail stores and service centers nationwide. MarineMax sells new and used pleasure and recreational boats for leisure, fishing, watersports and yachting, and provides customers with free boating classes, Getaways!® trips and more to help customers get the most from the boating lifestyle.
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opportunity to help you get out on the water. We welcome you to join us on-line or visit one of our dealers.
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SU M M ER 2018 A N N IV ERSARY EDI TI O N
Director of Marketing Abbey Heimensen Editor Jim Pieretti Creative Director / Editor Jeff Cooper Copy Editors Amanda Ward, Sarah Yasi Graphic Designers Michael Lukus, Chris Moore The opinions expressed in this magazine are not to be considered official expressions of MarineMax Inc. The publisher reserves the right to accept or reject all editorial or advertising matter. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or artwork. Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photograph or illustration without prior written consent from the publisher is strictly prohibited. Printed in the USA. Copyright Š 2018 MarineMax Inc.
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Celebrating 20 Years Boating Together
A Lifelong Passion
Going All-In On The Boating Lifestyle
Skiers Rejoice!
Love at First Sight
John O’Reilly shares his wonderful boating adventures
Dayaways!, Getaways! & Vacations—The Hale Family can tell you all about it
All-New 2019 Ski Nautique is the best waterski boat ever created
The Blakeley family remains devoted to the Aquila brand of power catamarans
A celebration to our boating family—from our customers and team members, to the cherished memories we all share, and the new experiences we will continue to create together through our exciting Getaways!® events, MarineMax Vacations, boating classes and much more. We are all United by Water.
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Paradise Not Lost
Catching a Good Time On The Hotspur
20 Years Boating Together
Show Us Your Burgee
20 Summer Adventures
Here Comes The Sun
Fly Girl
The Zazzara family visits the British Virgin Islands after Hurricane Irma
Fishing is one of many adventures the Anderson family enjoys on their boat
Let's party like it's 1998! MarineMax is celebrating our 20th Anniversary this year
As we turn 20 this summer, we want to see how you have boating fun
MarineMax refuses to let you or your boat sit idle in hometown waters all summer long
The Sea Ray Sundancer 520 can do it all
The Galeon 640 Fly is about to change the game
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Flexible By Design
Doing The Loop In Style
Supporting Our Local Community
Our Team is Your Advantage
MarineMax Listings
Ocean Alexander offers more choices for more staterooms aboard its 100
The Levy's explore Eastern North America aboard their Azimut Magellano 53-foot yacht
Giving back both on the water and on land
MarineMax supports boat owners with a team of experts who are your boating resource
Check out the hottest boats and yachts currently available
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E V E N T S & G E T AWAY S !
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FOR A COMPLETE LIST VISIT MARINEMAX.COM/EVENTS
ALABAMA MarineMax Gulf Shores Cheeseburger in Paradise Pirate’s Cove Elberta, AL July 28 Customer Appreciation Dayaway! Robinson Island, AL August 11 Harris Showcase & Demo See marinemax.com for more details September 7-8 Grady Days See marinemax.com for more details October 19-20
CONNECTICUT MarineMax Norwalk MarineMax Westbrook Bring Your Soggy Dollars to The Wharf Bayville, NY July 29 Chamber of Commerce Realtor Open House MarineMax Westbrook August 4 Snapper Derby MarineMax Westbrook September 29 Snapper Derby MarineMax Norwalk See marinemax.com/norwalk for dates Jump Ahead To Spring Service MarineMax Westbrook See marinemax.com/westbrook for dates
FLORIDA MarineMax Clearwater MarineMax St. Petersburg Scalloping Getaway! Homossasa Riverside Resort, FL July 27-29
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Aquila Owners Rendezvous South Seas Island Resort, FL July 27-30
Boatoberfest MarineMax Jacksonville at Beach Marine October 20
Progressive® Tampa Boat Show Tampa, FL September 7-9
Customer Appreciation Day MarineMax Jacksonville at Beach Marine November 10
Labor Day Getaways! Pink Shell Resort, FL September 28 – October 1
MarineMax Miami
National Pediactric Cancer Foundation Fashion Show MarineMax St. Petersburg October 13 St. Petersburg Power/Sail Boat Show St. Petersburg, FL November 29 – December 2
MarineMax Fort Myers Open House Parade of Yachts MarineMax Fort Myers August 4 Keys Lobster Fishing Trip Faro Blanco, Marathon, FL August 4-11 Azimut Summer Wave Docktail Party MarineMax Fort Myers September 14 Pre-Boat Show Open House MarineMax Fort Myers October 6 Fort Myers Boat Show Harborside Event Center – Fort Myers November 15-18
MarineMax Jacksonville at Beach Marine Red, Grady-White, and Blue Day MarineMax Jacksonville at Beach Marine July 21 Showcase Scout Boats MarineMax Jacksonville at Beach Marine August 18 St Augustine Getaways! St Augustine, FL Check marinemax.com/jacksonville for dates
Women on Water® Class MarineMax Miami August 18 Labor Day Weekend Getaway! Bimini, Bahamas August 31 – September 3 Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show Fort Lauderdale, FL October 31 – November 4 Open House Demo Day MarineMax Miami November 10 Ocean Reef Getaway! Key Largo, FL December 14-16
MarineMax Naples Yacht Center The Long Dash to Marathon Getaway! Faro Blanco, Marathon, FL August 24-27 Labor Day Getaway! Pink Shell Resort, Ft. Myers Beach, FL August 31 – September 3 Marco Boat Show Marco Island, FL October 12-14
MarineMax Orlando Scalloping Getaway! Crystal River, FL July 20-22 Lobstering Seminar MarineMax Orlando August 1
Orlando Fall Boat Show Orange County Convention Center Check marinemax.com/orlando for dates
Grady Days Demo Weekend MarineMax Pensacola at Bahia Mar August 17-18
New Year’s Eve Getaway! Pink Shell Marina, Fort Myers, FL December 29 – January 1
Salt Water Fishing Seminar MarineMax Orlando September 5
Sandestin Luxury Event Baytowne Wharf Marina, Sandestin, FL September 21
MarineMax Stuart
MarineMax Central Florida Fishing Tournament New Smyrna Beach, FL September 9
MarineMax Pier 66 – Ocean Alexander
Captain Hiram’s Weekend Getaway! Sebastian, FL July 28-29
Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show Fort Lauderdale, FL October 31 – November 4
Women on Water Class MarineMax Stuart October 6
MarineMax Pompano MarineMax Yacht Center
Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show Fort Lauderdale, FL October 31 – November 4
MarineMax Palm Beach at PGA Marina Lobster Bash Getaway! Bimini, Bahamas July 25-26 Peanut Island Raft Up Peanut Island, Palm Beach, FL September 1 Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show Fort Lauderdale, FL October 31 – November 4 Open House Event MarineMax Palm Beach at PGA Marina November 10 Palm Beach Christmas Boat Parade Palm Beach Intracoastal, Palm Beach, FL December 1
MarineMax Panama City Beach
Lobster Bash Getaway! Bimini, Bahamas July 25-26 Azimut Nantucket Rendezvous Nantucket Boat Basin, MA July 26-29 Exuma Summer Cruise Exumas, Bahamas July 27 – August 6 Boca Lake Raft Up Boca Lake, FL September 1 Ocean Reef Fall Getaway! Ocean Reef Club, Key Largo, FL October 13-16
Women On Water Class MarineMax Panama City Beach July 28
Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show Fort Lauderdale, FL October 31 – November 4
USCG Boat Safety Course MarineMax Panama City Beach August 4
Experience Luxury Event MarineMax Pompano Yacht Center November 10
Panama City Beach Outdoor Bike & Boat Show Harley Davidson of Panama City Beach August 31 – September 2
MarineMax Sarasota
Sandestin Luxury Event Baytowne Wharf Marina, Sandestin, FL September 21 Apalachicola Seafood Festival Getaway! Apalachicola, FL Check marinemax.com/panamacity for date
MarineMax Pensacola at Bahia Mar Cheeseburger in Paradise Pirates Cove Marina, Elberta, AL July 28
AquaPalooza MarineMax Sarasota August 4 Women on Water Class MarineMax Sarasota September 12 Journey to Egmont Key Dayaway! Egmont Key, FL October 20 St. Pete Getaway! St. Petersburg, FL November 9-11
After Show Demo Day MarineMax Stuart November 10
MarineMax Venice Cayo Costa Anchor Out Pelican Bay, Cayo Costa August 18-19 Punta Gorda Boat Show Punta Gorda, FL See marinemax.com/venice for dates Haunted Harbor Getaway! Aquamarina Palm Harbour, Cape Haze, FL October 26-28 Rib Fest Getaway! Vinoy Marina, St Petersburg, FL November 9-12
GEORGIA MarineMax Buford MarineMax Cumming Sea Ray Scavenger Hunt MarineMax Cumming July 18 Women on Water Class MarineMax Cumming July 18 Luau on the Lake MarineMax Cumming August 4 Customer Appreciation MarineMax Buford August 11-12
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Sea Ray Labor Day Concert and Raft Up MarineMax Cumming September 1
Norwalk Boat Show Norwalk Cove Marina, CT September 20-23
Wake For Warriors MarineMax Branson August 16-18
MarineMax Hall Marine Savannah
MINNESOTA
End of Summer Close Out Sale MarineMax Branson September 1
Savannah Boat Parade of Lights Savannah River - Downtown Savannah, GA November 24
MARYLAND MarineMax Baltimore MarineMax at Bay Bridge Marina MarineMax Yacht Expo Harbor East Marina, Baltimore, MD July 20-21 Atlantic City Rendezvous Depart MarineMax Baltimore July 26-29 St. Michaels Getaways!® St. Michaels, MD September 14-16 Annapolis Boat Show City Docks, Annapolis, MD October 11-14 Bay Bridge Demo Days MarineMax at Bay Bridge Marina October 20-21
MASSACHUSETTS MarineMax Russo Danvers MarineMax Russo Hingham MarineMax Russo Wakefield
MarineMax Bayport MarineMax Excelsior MarineMax Rogers Women on Water® Class MarineMax Excelsior Check marinemax.com/excelsior for dates Wakesurf Wednesdays MarineMax Excelsior Check marinemax.com/excelsior for dates Boston Whaler Lake Superior Getaway! Legendary Waters Resort & Casino July 18-22 Wiggle Your Toes Adaptive Demo Day MarineMax Excelsior July 19 Summer Docktail Series Bayport Marina, D-Dock Check marinemax.com/bayport for dates Wake For Warriors Veteran Surf Day MarineMax Excelsior July 20-21 Fall In-Water Yacht and Brokerage Sale MarineMax Bayport Check marinemax.com/bayport for dates Getaways! St. Croix River Check marinemax.com/bayport for dates
Azimut Nantucket Rendezvous Nantucket Boat Basin, MA July 26-29
MISSOURI
Sea Ray Owners Event Montauk Montauk Yacht Club, NY August 10-12
Proving Grounds Shaun Murray Event MarineMax Branson July 20
Newport Boat Show Newport Yachting Center, RI September 13-16
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Lake 30 Palooza MarineMax Branson July 28
Customer Appreciation Event MarineMax Branson October 6
MarineMax Lake Ozark MarineMax Osage Beach Ha Ha Tonka Adventure Ha Ha Tonka, MO August 4-5 One Whale Of A Party MarineMax Lake Ozark August 11 Boatoberfest Customer Appreciation MarineMax Lake Ozark October 13 Fall Color Cruise MarineMax Lake Ozark October 14
NEW JERSEY MarineMax Brick MarineMax Lake Hopatcong MarineMax Island Marine MarineMax Ship Bottom MarineMax Somers Point MarineMax Yacht Expo Harbor East Marina, Baltimore, MD Julyy 20-21 Atlantic City Rendezvous Atlantic City, NJ July 27-29 Getaway! South Departing from MarineMax Brick August 3-12 Tuna Fishing Seminar with Canyon Runner MarineMax Brick August 9
Customer Appreciation MarineMax Somers Point August 11
Halloween Getaway! Wilmington, NC October 26-28
Demo Day MarineMax Brant Beach August 11
Southport Fall Getaway! Southport, NC November 16-18
Cape May Getaway! Depart from MarineMax Island Marine Center August 24-26
New Year’s Eve Getaway! Bald Head Island, NC December 29 – January 1
Cape May Getaway! Depart from MarineMax Brant Beach August 24-26 Atlantic City In-Water Boat Show Farley State Marina, Altantic City, NJ September 6-9 Customer Appreciation MarineMax Lake Hopatcong September 13 Demo Day MarineMax Somers Point September 15
NEW YORK MarineMax Copiague MarineMax Huntington MarineMax Long Island-Lindenhurst MarineMax Manhattan AquaPalooza Zachs Bay July 22 4th Annual Boston Whaler Brunch Snapper Inn, Oakdale August 5 Sea Ray Owners Event Montauk Montauk Yacht Club, NY August 10-12 Rendezvous to Block Island Champlin Marina, Block Island Aug 12-14
NORTH CAROLINA
OHIO MarineMax Port Clinton Lake Michigan Getaway! Lake Michigan July 12-21 Cleveland Getaway! Northcoast Harbor, Downtown Cleveland, OH August 9-12 Cedar Point Boat Show Cedar Point Marina, Sandusky, OH August 23-26 Metro Boat Show Lake St. Clair Metropark, MI September 13-16
SOUTH CAROLINA MarineMax Hall Marine Charleston Tip of Kiawah Beach Cookout Kiawah Beach, SC Check marinemax.com/charleston for dates MarineMax Hall Marine In-Water Expo Charleston Harbor Marina, Mt Pleasant, SC September 7-9 Scout Poker Run Charleston, SC Check marinemax.com/charleston for date
TEXAS MarineMax Dallas MarineMax Dallas Yacht Center MarineMax Lake Texoma Summer Docktails Series–Stop 3 Cottonwood Marina August 17 Overnight Summer Beach Party Little Elm, TX September 15-16 Toys for Tots Movie Night MarineMax Dallas November 10
RHODE ISLAND MarineMax Newport MarineMax Warwick Confident Captain Class MarineMax Warwick July 27 AquaPalooza Potter’s Cove, Portsmouth, RI July 28 Newport International Boat Show Newport, RI September 13-16 48th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, RI December 1
MarineMax Houston Fishing Seminar MarineMax Houston Check marinemax.com/houston for dates Galveston Island Octoberfest Pelican Rest Marina, TX October 26-28 Women On Water Class MarineMax Houston November 10 Christmas Boat Parade Kemah Boardwalk Check marinemax.com/houston for dates
MarineMax Wrightsville Beach Bald Head Island Getaway! Bald Head Island, NC August 3 – 5
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A LIFELONG PASSION A LOVE OF WATER AND A FEARLESS ATTITUDE HAVE ALLOWED JOHN O’REILLY TO SHARE WONDERFUL BOATING ADVENTURES WITH HIS FAMILY
J
ohn O’Reilly bought his first boat in 1961 when
they had a short amount of time but wanted to do a
he was 16. He saved money from mowing lawns
big trip. They bought the boat on June 30, just outside
and shoveling snow and purchased a 12-foot
Minneapolis, provisioned it on July 1, and set off the
Dunphy with a pull-start outboard motor rather
next day on the beginning of the Great Loop, down the
than a car. He loved the feeling of freedom out
Mississippi River to the Ohio River, the Cumberland
on the Mississippi, Missouri, and Meramec rivers.
River, the Tennessee–Tombigbee Waterway, all the
Over the years, he owned 12-28 foot lake and river
way down to the Florida Keys and up the east coast of
boats—the Dunphy was followed by a series of
Florida. Their four kids—two sons and two daughters—
Sea Rays—and he shared his love of the water with
joined them for brief stints at various ports, bringing
his family. They moved from Missouri to Las Vegas in
their spouses and the grandkids along for the adventure
1969 and continued to enjoy the boating life on Lake
and memories.
Mead and elsewhere in the western United States. In 2011, he and his wife, René, bought a Sea Ray 550 Sedan Bridge that they named Rock ’N Roll and set off for adventure. Between work and family commitments,
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They did the trip in six weeks, whereas most boaters take several months to do the route—and it was an immersive experience.
“I had confidence because I’d been boating on the
“The kids and I are very blessed to have those
Mississippi since I was 16—but I also had respect for
memories,” John says. John has continued to share his love
the water, so I brought along another captain who was
of boating with his family, first with his four kids and nine
familiar with the locks and dams and marinas as a
grandkids and more recently with his fiancée Lynn, who
backup,” John says.
has two children and three grandchildren and who also
“This was my boat and I wanted to be the one to take it
lost her long-time spouse, Tom, years ago to cancer.
in and out of each and every dock and lock, but I wanted
A lawyer, real estate broker and businessman, John
someone along who could instruct me on how to do things
carries two smartphones, an iPad and two laptops on
better,” he adds, noting that the largest boat he’d docked
every trip and works from Rock ’N Roll each day. “You
prior to that was 28 feet. “At my first docking, I backed
don’t have to wait until you retire to have fun,” he says.
our 55-foot boat into a 42-foot slip with six inches or less
He is based in Las Vegas but has a client base that spans
on either side, and with about 250 people watching on
the United States and internationally.
that holiday weekend. I figured if I could do that, I could dock anywhere!” John says that the trip allowed him to see a different part of the Mississippi River than what he knew and loved
John and Lynn do several one- to two-week trips a year, spending a total of two to four months on the water in a given year. “Lynn was never a boater, but she loves it now and is truly a great boater,” John says.
growing up. “I had no idea how beautiful the Mississippi
Lynn says, “Boating on Rock ’N Roll has reminded
was up north. It was a recreational paradise with sandy
me how important it is to keep an open mind in order to
beaches on both sides even though we were in flood water
experience life to the fullest. Anyone can become a boater
season,” he says.
at any age.” “But it is like riding a bike,” John says. “You
And he learned what he needed to know, taking the
can’t learn by talking about it. You have to do it.”
boat through 40 or so locks and almost as many slips and
They have traveled more than 10,000 miles as their
marinas. In Pensacola, Florida, they brought in a different
own captain and crew in the last few years. “We’ve seen
captain to guide them through the offshore portion of
some of the most beautiful places in the United States and
their trip. “Dana Freed was a great coach,” John says. “We
Canada,” Lynn says. One trip took them from Florida, up
went across the Gulf down to Naples. It was my first off-
to all of the Great Lakes and back to New York City and
shore trip as captain and it was far more intense than I had
then to Boston before heading back to Fort Lauderdale;
imagined. Dana took us through a thunderstorm and some
another from Fort Lauderdale to Bar Harbor, Maine, and
rough water. I also began learning how to use all of the
back; another across Florida through Lake Okeechobee;
electronics, radar and charts.”
and several to the Bahamas.
As John and his family headed toward Miami, René
Along the way, they’ve learned so much from the
got sick. They docked in Fort Lauderdale and flew home
boating community. “There are many great resources:
where she was diagnosed with terminal cancer. John and
America’s Great Loop Cruisers’ Association (AGLCA), the
René were able to take a few short trips on the boat with
Waterway Guides, paper and electronic maps, and charts,”
the kids and grandkids while they were based in Boynton
John says. “Bluewater Books and Charts in Fort Lauderdale
Beach, where René was taking part in a clinical trial.
is one of the best resources.
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However, the best information comes from the
ever expected and The Waubic restaurant experience
fellow boaters on and around the docks. They can tell
is magnified because of the hospitality of [owners]
you things that you won’t find on the chart. When it
George and Jennifer Fleet and their family.”
comes to what you want to avoid, local knowledge is
Who knows where the water will take them next?
essential. They can tell where it is safe to anchor for the
They would like to do some Rock ’N Roll trips up the
night, when water conditions are changing, and where
East Coast, exploring some the locations they have
to find the best restaurants.”
previously enjoyed as touch and go spots, including
Once, when heading toward the Welland Canal,
St. Augustine, Georgia and the Carolinas, as well as
going from Lake Ontario to Lake Erie, they met a couple
the Great Lakes. And they definitely anticipate many
who had a houseboat in the marina. John mentioned
more trips to the Bahamas. The Virgin Islands and
their plans to take a cab to see Niagara Falls and
Cuba are also possibilities. “We rarely plan more than
the couple offered the use of their truck. “We were
a few weeks out due to my work commitments, which
dumbfounded,” John says. “But while this is an extreme
take priority. We just watch the weather and then we
example, we’ve learned that boaters really are a
go when and where we can,” John says—and he thinks
community eager to share and willing to help others.”
everyone ought to follow the same philosophy.
The Trent-Severn Waterway is one of John and
John and Lynn look forward to seeing you at a
Lynn’s all-time favorite boating experiences. “The Big
MarineMax rendezvous, raft-up or docktail event.
Chute is better than expected and east of the Big Chute
If you are interested in hearing more of their
is The Waubic, a restaurant and marina accessible
Rock ’N Roll adventures, John can be reached at
only by water, which will always be one of our boating
jor@oreillylawgroup.com.
highlights,” Lynn says. “That trip was far more than we
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WRITTEN BY JAIME LACKEY
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BOSTON WHALER
GOING ALL-IN ON THE BOATING LIFESTYLE MARINEMAX DAYAWAYS!, GETAWAYS! ® & VACATIONS— THE HALE FAMILY CAN TELL YOU ALL ABOUT IT
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he Hale family of Tampa, Florida, has taken
MarineMax Getaways! are a huge perk for the
the mantra; "you only get out what you put
Hale family. They like cruising as a group and have
in" to heart, going all-in to embrace the
discovered lots of fun destinations along the way.
MarineMax boating lifestyle.
“When the girls were younger, they’d always
David, and his wife Anne are on their fifth boat
make friends on the Getaways! and inevitably the kids
through MarineMax, a dual-console Boston Whaler
(Marisssa & Niki) would end up riding on other people’s
230 Vantage named Hale’s Angels.
boats, or we’d have a bunch of kids riding on our boat,”
Hale likes the reliability of the 300-hp white Mercury
said Hale. “Now they are older and they wouldn’t miss a
Four Stroke Verado engine that comes optional in the
trip to the Keys or scalloping. We have great memories of
230 Vantage. “In 12 years of owning Verado engines,
our trips together and boating has kept our family close.”
we’ve had zero maintenance issues,” said David Hale.
The Florida Keys and scalloping in the Gulf
Versatility is a key factor in coming back to the Boston
off the Homosassa River, are two of the Hale’s
Whaler brand for a third time. “It’s flexible enough to go
favorite destinations. Both they discovered through
fishing, or just take to dinner,” stated Hale.
MarineMax Getaways!
The Hales cruise frequently with extended family
“David Hale and his family are the ideal MarineMax
and the seating options on the Vantage make it easy to add
patrons,” said Jacob Coyle, a sales consultant with
passengers comfortably. There is spacious bow seating
MarineMax Clearwater. “Not only do they see the
with lounge backrests on both port and starboard, plus
value and quality in the boat they purchased, but they
an optional stowable table, perfect for afternoon snacks
understand that we sell more than just sea crafts. We
and cocktails. Port seating adjusts readily and stows
want our customers to get the most out of the boating
plenty of snorkeling gear for scalloping, one of the their
lifestyle, and the Hales do that 100 percent.”
favorite pastimes.
MarineMax has introduced the Hales to day trip
Custom helm seating has both a high and low pedestal,
locations close to home too. Mount Dora is a chain of lakes
and there is a fold-out stern seat with backrest. Aft seating
in Florida they initially visited with a larger group for
stows seamlessly to expand a large cockpit area for
a classic wooden boat festival, but have since returned
entertaining, something that comes in handy when the
several times on their own.
family is on MarineMax Getaways! with other boaters.
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It’s not just Getaways!®. The spectacular maintenance record on the Vantage means more time on the water cruising to downtown Tampa for a weekend dinner. Two current favorite restaurants are Café Dufrains because of the unique menu and Circles, which has awesome seafood. Both offer convenient docking. Sometimes the boating lifestyle means leaving your vessel at home. Recently, the Hales took advantage of a MarineMax Vacations yacht charter, booking a trip to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) with their daughter Niki (14) as well as Anne’s sister, brother-in-law and their three adult children aboard a 48-foot MarineMax 484 Power Catamaran. “We cruised for nine days in the BVI with eight people, ages 13 – adult, and everyone had such a blast they said the trip wasn’t long enough,” laughed Hale. “And best of all, everything about the vacation was easy, from planning (Anne, Margie and Megan), boat navigation (Joey), to captaining (Niki). We are already talking about a return trip in 2019 or 2020.” The fun isn’t over either. David and Anne are planning to attend the Boston Whaler Owner's Rendezvous trip to Bimini, Bahamas – exclusive to Boston Whaler owners with their girls, Anne’s sister and brother-in-law, and their three adult children. Anne’s sister also owns a Boston Whaler. The families are looking forward to rafting up and anchoring with other boaters. The Vantage’s extended integral swim platform with recessed telescoping dive ladder and grab rail make it the idea boat for playing in the water. And the 35-quart YETI® cooler in the cockpit means the beverages are always cold. Boston Whaler is known for it’s safety and handling, meaning no matter what the weather, the trip to Bimini is guaranteed to be smooth. And after Bimini? David Hale has his sites on a new Boston Whaler Conquest to cruise the 6,000 mile Great Loop, a continuous waterway that includes part of the Atlantic, Gulf Intracoastal Waterways, the Great Lakes, Canadian Heritage Canals, and the inland rivers of America's heartland.
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Boston Whaler leads the industry in performance, comfort and capaBility.
Consider the bold 350 Outrage: Thanks to Whaler’s unique V-hull design and an array of purpose-driven features, this rugged offshore fishing machine delivers a remarkably soft, dry ride — all the way to the fish and back.
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NAUTIQUE
SK I ER S R EJOICE! TRADITION. INNOVATION. PERFORMANCE. CRAFTSMANSHIP. ALL-NEW 2019 SKI NAUTIQUE IS THE BEST WATERSKI BOAT EVER CREATED
I
n an era when wake and multi-sport boats
lifting pads create less displacement for slalom and
seemingly rule the roost, the all-new 2019
jump enthusiasts. Trick aficionados benefit from an
Ski Nautique takes aim squarely at those who
optional 400-pound ballast tank to substantially beef
prefer to carve morning glass on a slalom ski,
up the wake when desired.
perfect their trick runs, or launch themselves off the jump in search of maximum hang time.
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The coolest new tech, however, is arguably the patented Micro Tuners. Small, arrow-like tabs that
The simply named Ski Nautique replaces the
automatically deploy off the transom, Micro Tuners
Ski Nautique 200 (a boat that pulled no less than 25
disrupt water f low to fill in the wake troughs and
world records over its lifespan), and aims to improve
provide the skier a smoother transition across the
upon that craft’s legendary ability to produce soft,
wakes. In addition to Micro Tuners, Nautique’s
f lat ski wakes and unmatched trick wakes. A new
transom-mounted HydroGate can also be lowered to
running surface incorporates spray diffusers at the
one of 10 positions to give the hull some temporary
bow to create lift for that perfect running attitude, as
hook, providing lift that will further dial in the ride
well as to knock down spray in chop or a headwind.
for each skiing discipline, or retracted to allow the
Reverse chines further contain that spray and keep
hull to sit lower in the water and further increase the
it from spoiling a skier’s water conditions. Midship
wake for trick enthusiasts.
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In a first for Nautique, carbon fiber has been
toggles through all the screens on the touchscreen
incorporated into the hull layup along with fiberglass
display. Adjacent to the driver, the starboard gunwale
to reduce weight while maintaining strength. The
is notched several inches to facilitate conversation
fuel tank has also been repositioned closer to the
with a downed rider or grab a dockline. Overhead,
boat’s center of gravity so that the ride isn’t adversely
the optional Bimini top is neatly integrated into the
affected as fuel is consumed.
windshield end caps, structures that also seamlessly
Style and innovation continue above the waterline. The
wide,
enclosed
bow
incorporates
a
contain navigation and docking lights.
walk-
Passengers? The observer love seat and aft bench
thru windshield and convenient Sea-Dek covered
offer plenty of space to find a comfortable perch. For
pathway to ease passengers
those that prefer an empty
on and off the boat. The
cockpit,
grippy
remove to reveal a level
Sea-Dek
traction
bench
material also tops the entire
platform
perimeter
cockpit
more Sea-Dek traction. Even
gunwales, and is prominently
the engine box gets special
featured
the
treatment. It’s upholstered
cockpit and storage areas to
to allow a coach a leaning
protect contents without the
post, features Sea-Dek on
dampness or mildew potential
top for those that need to do
of
a pre-ride tuneup of their
carpet.
of
the
throughout
Freeboard
is
increased through the boat’s
covered
cushions in
yet
skis, and coupled with an
midsection to increase the passenger’s sense of
extended deck f lange, lifts to offer full, uninterrupted
security, but lowered at the transom to ease access
access to the engine for service.
to and from the swim platform. Massive storage is
As to power, low-end grunt has long been
incorporated below the enclosed bow, observer love
integral to record-setting towboats and the Ski
seat, as well as two clever “saddle bag” compartments
Nautique is no different, offering a trio of engines
contained within both port and starboard gunwale.
from longtime partner Pleasurecraft Marine Engines
While designed to enhance action behind the boat,
(PCM). The base ZR4 engine packs 400hp and produces
Nautique hasn’t forgotten to pamper those within the
400 foot-pounds of torque to muscle almost any rider
cockpit. At the helm, the driver enjoys a recessed
quickly atop the water. Options extend to 450hp and
dashboard for maximum forward visibility, offset
a whopping 465 foot-pounds of torque, all covered by
12.4” touchscreen display, and convenient holder for
PCM’s comprehensive five-year warranty.
the ever-present smartphone. A welcome rest supports the throttle arm; just forward, a rotary mouse quickly
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AQUILA
L OV E AT FIRST S IGHT THE BLAKELEY FAMILY REMAINS DEVOTED TO THE AQUILA BRAND OF POWER CATAMARANS
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Jerry Blakeley first set eyes on a unique power
and efficiency that made it a truly unique power
catamaran on the Intercoastal Waterway in 2012. It
catamaran.
could have been the boat on its way to be introduced
The very next year Jerry and Yunie traded up
at the 2012 Miami International Boat Show. It was later
to a new 2013 Aquila 48. With 4-cabins, two double
that year at the Palm Beach Boat Show that Jerry had
staterooms at each end of the hulls, it gave them the
the opportunity to get onboard.
maximum privacy and comfort.
Construction of Aquila Power Catamarans began in
Two years later while chartering an Aquila 48 with
2012 through a partnership between Sino Eagle Group
MarineMax Vacations, Jerry and Yunie met a couple
and MarineMax. This partnership was first established
who had chartered the new Aquila 44. With a full beam
when Sino Eagle Group began building the Aquila 38
owner’s cabin, it was named "Best New Multihull 40'-
specifically for MarineMax’s new charter business,
49'" in the 2014 AIM Media Editor's Choice Awards.
MarineMax Vacations.
The Aquila 44 better suited Jerry and Yunie’s style of
The Aquila 38 proved to be spacious and efficient.
cruising, offering a spacious salon and galley as well as
Jerry and his wife, Yunie, found the boat combined a
plenty of storage to make living aboard or cruising easy
level of comfort with an impeccable ease of handling
and pleasant. With Aquila's revolutionary f lybridge to
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bow direct access it proved to make handling the boat much easier. The Blakeley’s keep their boats behind their house in Osterville, Massachusetts, in the summer. They find cruising Cape Cod, Edgartown on Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket and Newport, Rhode Island, effortless. During the winter, they keep their Aquila at the Palm Harbor Marina, which Jerry considers one of the best marinas in the world for their great staff and fabulous members. From there they have cruised across the state of Florida five times. Even handling the locks along the route with ease, crossing Lake Okeechobee to Fort Myers and beyond. Twice a winter they cruise to Hope Town and Green Turtle Cay in The Abacos, Bahamas. Often with friends for company. More recently, Jerry has been exploring the benefits
COMING UP NEXT FROM AQUILA
of outboard power. After seeing an early version at the introduction of the Aquila 36 during the 2017 Miami
Continually innovating and raising the bar, Aquila is
International Boat Show, Jerry dismissed it as an option.
at it again. Launching this fall is the Aquila 30 Power
However, he gave the Aquila team his input on what he
Catamaran, smaller sister to the award-winning
would like to see on an outboard powered Aquila power
Aquila 36. The Aquila 30 focuses more on the dayboat
catamaran. At the 2017 Newport Boat Show, Jerry was
and sport boat features but still offers the ability to
astounded that many of his suggestions were addressed
stay overnight with one cabin and one head. Like the
and the boat was remarkably enhanced. The Blakeley’s
Aquila 36, this new model is powered by Mercury
ordered an Aquila 36 to their specifications and took
outboards, but offers a unique and innovative aft
delivery in March 2018.
platform that wraps around the outboards. With a
The Blakeley’s feel their brand-new Aquila 36 Power
wide beam, the Aquila 30 offers a large platform and
Catamaran, with a 14’ 7” beam, blends perfectly live
plenty of space perfect for a day out with your friends
aboard space and qualities perfect for socializing with
and family.
rugged strength and control. The Aquila 36 has cockpit seating for over two dozen adults and two comfortable cabins with private en-suite heads. Jerry also likes that he can single-hand the Aquila 36 and he enjoys its
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spirited performance and excellent fuel economy. With its open water capabilities, wide stance and twin sponsons, the boat is remarkably stable making it exceptionally comfortable at speed cruising to his favorite haunts or while at rest just relaxing. In
October
2017,
their
friends
and
cruising
partners, Ant and Sue, bought Young’s Boat Yard on the Chesapeake near Baltimore. Jerry plans to have his Aquila 36 trucked to Young’s Boat Yard and will cruise with Ant and Sue for several weeks and take in the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay and its wonderful harbors. Following that he plans to take his boat to his property on Oyster Harbors in Osterville.
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The Aquila 36 was awarded the Multihull of the Year award in the Power Multihulls category by Multihulls World.
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VACATIONS
PARADISE NOT LOST THE ZAZZARA FAMILY AND FRIENDS WERE AMONG FIRST TO RETURN TO THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS AFTER HURRICANE IRMA
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L
ike many passionate boaters, New Yorker,
September 7, 2017, the British Virgin Islands
Grazi Zazzara, and his family thought the
sustained a devastating blow from Hurricane Irma
ultimate answer to their boating dreams
leaving its 30,000 residents without basic services and
was to own a yacht within easy access to
shelter. The MarineMax Vacations team had prepared
the Caribbean. They purchased a second home in
for the worst and made it through the category 5
Del Rey, Florida and a 50-foot yacht in their back yard.
hurricane with minimal damage. The dedicated team
Dream fulfilled. Not quite.
began f leet assessments almost immediately and were
At the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show,
able to prepare for the winter charter season and
Grazi met Raul Bermudez, VP MarineMax Charter
throughout the BVI residents and business owners
Division, who laid out the advantages of the MarineMax
rebuilt quickly.
Vacations Charter Yacht Ownership Program. A fixed
"Well before Hurricane Irma, we had made
monthly income, nine weeks of destination boating
reservations for a 6-day adventure in paradise with
per year, no operating expenses, professional yacht
friends for November 3," Grazi offered. "After frequent
maintenance and personalized customer service.
communications with Raul and Michelle Bonasoro,
"Factoring in the cost of maintenance, dock fees
the
MarineMax
Vacations
office
manager,
they
and insurance, and the advantages of tax write-
convinced us that the islands would be ready for
offs, hassle-free ownership and basically unlimited
charter visitors, and they needed to restore the
access, the MarineMax Charter Yacht Ownership
tourism that sustains the archipelago."
Program just made sense. Since purchasing our
The Zazzara's and their guests arrived in the BVI
MarineMax 484 named Villa, our frequent adventures
and while there was damage, it was apparent that the
to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) have proven to be
population of the islands were earnestly rebuilding
just that, hassle-free fun," explained Grazi.
their Eden-like home.
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SHOULD YOU GO TO THE BVI NOW? YES! YOU ABSOLUTELY SHOULD COME! We have heard from SO many boaters that—despite the aftermath of the storms—they had the vacation of a lifetime. Today the British Virgin Islands are back, and your amazing trip is waiting for you. All that’s missing is you! Your presence as a tourist will not only help bolster moral, but your hardearned dollars spent at our grocery stores, shops and restaurants will directly help the economy. The amazing pictures that you share with family and friends will help spread the word that the British "We were welcomed like family," Grazi extolled. "Our MarineMax 484 was perfectly prepared and
Virgin Islands are a beautiful place that feels even more quaint and authentic than it did before.
provisioned, and the waters and ideal weather had not
In the BVI you'll find over 60 islands to explore.
changed. The biggest difference was the uncrowded
Well-known hot spots like The Baths, Jost Van Dyke,
beaches and destinations."
Anegada, The Caves, Norman Island, Leverick Bay
Foxy's and the Soggy Dollar Bar are two of Grazi's
(the list goes on!) are up, running and vibrant. The
favorite stops on Jost Van Dyke. "When we pulled
British Virgin Islands still offer amazing snorkeling,
up to the beach in front of Foxy's we didn't know
crystal clear water, and warm winds. Aboard a
what to expect. The hills were green and fairly
MarineMax Vacations charter you can cruise the
verdant but you could see all the larger trees were
islands, relax, take a dip, enjoy drinks and food on
stripped bare," offered Grazi. "The pleasant surprise
shore at restaurants and bar and more!
was being greeted by Foxy himself. He was jubilant
A charter yacht vacation in the British Virgin
that the tourists are beginning to return. He spent
Islands is not only a bucket list item for many—the
hours regaling us with songs and stories. It was an
trip of a lifetime—it's a place where memories are
awesome experience."
created that will never be forgotten. Whether you
The
crew
discovered
that
the
beaches,
gin-
are going with friends, family, a mixture of the
clear waters, and the BVI—famous welcome had not
two or even as a work retreat, it provides the time
changed. The group visited the Soggy Dollar Bar on a
to laugh, tell stories and enjoy your time together.
separate trip in the cove just west of where Foxy's is
You'll try new things, explore the islands, bask in the
located. Everyone played the Soggy Dollar's infamous
warm sun.
ring game. "We all loved the uncrowded nature of this trip and the greater personal attention. However, we also enjoy the throngs of revelers we have experienced in past visits. I cannot overstate how mu c h I e n j o y t h e c a r e f r e e n a t u r e o f t h e M a r i n e M a x Ya c h t Charter Ownership Program. All the tax advantages and expenses of owning and maintaining your own yacht. We essentially own two vacation homes, one in Del Rey and the other on Tortola. My wife and I are taking some more friends this January. We would recommend MarineMax Vacations and the team to any and everyone," concluded Grazi.
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GRADY-WHITE
C ATCHI NG A GOOD TIME O N T H E HOTSPUR FISHING IS JUST ONE OF THE MANY ADVENTURES THE ANDERSON FAMILY ENJOYS ON THEIR GRADY-WHITE MARLIN
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T
he
Grady-White
winning,
30-foot
Marlin
is
offshore
an
award-
Performance and safety were key decision factors
walk
around
for Anderson. The Grady-White’s twin 300-hp outboard
cabin boat and a fine choice for the
motors give it a comfortable cruising speed of 28-30
deep-sea
knots with the ability to top 40 knots, an exceptional
fisherman.
The
construction
is tough enough to take 60 miles off the coast for
feature when racing the weather.
Dorado, Wahoo and Marlin, but according to seasoned
In addition to standard safety features like two
fisherman Scott Anderson, this finely appointed
automatic bilge pumps, a bow rail made of 316 grade
fishing boat is also classy enough to take on dinner
stainless steel, anchor windlass, cockpit toe rails, and
dates with friends and family vacations.
pre wired for Sirius Satellite weather/radio, Anderson
“Our favorite dinner spot right now is The Palm’s
upgraded to a high speed dual display Garmin
Fish Camp Restaurant in Jacksonville,” said Anderson.
electronics package that includes upgraded radar, chirp
“It’s locally owned by deep-sea fishermen, and they
sounder, down view, side view, AIS, DSC and the Garmin
always serve the freshest catch.”
Reactor Autopilot w/smart pump. These upgrades help
Anderson and his family, wife Sarah and teenage sons Luke and Wade, typically spend about 400
Anderson keep an eye on the weather, seas, depth and surface temperatures while fishing or cruising.
hours a year on their boat named Hotspur. Hotspur
With such a well-built boat, the family can focus on
is Anderson’s third Grady-White. He started with the
their true love, fishing and diving. At 13 and 16-years-
27-foot 1996 Sailfish, then moved up to the 30-foot
old, the teens are already seasoned anglers, hold Florida
2007 Marlin before upgrading to the 2017 Marlin.
Safe Boater Cards, as well as certified scuba divers. It’s not unusual for the family to travel 65 miles offshore for a day of fishing on the water. The Grady-White makes the ride out and back comfortable and safe largely due to its proven SeaV2 hull design. The enclosed cabin, hardtop with powder coated aluminum frame and wide ventilated tempered glass windshield is a favorite feature for Anderson. “It protects everyone and keeps them dry during rough weather and the hard top is great for shade from the sun.” In Anderson’s words, the Hotspur is a serious offshore blue water fishing machine. It has 20 rod holders and additional rod storage racks.
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Fish and bait stay fresh with a 290-quart insulated
refrigerator, microwave, electric glass top stove, and
fish box with light and orb drain, rigging station with
port side galley with sink, light and Corian cutting
freshwater sink, and insulated bait box with a drain;
board. Dinner is served topside or at the cherry wood
plus a freshwater shower wand, and freshwater wash
table in the cabin.
down area. If the fight gets too messy, there is an enclosed shower in the cabin.
In addition to enjoying Hotspur with family and friends, Anderson also uses the boat for business
In addition to all day fishing trips, the Andersons
purposes. He runs a commercial deep-sea diving
like to take the Hotspur on extended vacations. Most
and salvage company, and often uses Hotspur to take
years they head to the Florida Keys, staying on the
clients out to look at job sites off shore. During these
boat or at marinas with hotels.
trips, Anderson is thankful he installed the optional
Lately their favorite vacation is to West End,
bow thruster. “It allows me to control the boat in tight
Bahamas. Hotspur has no problem handling the rough
marinas and docks that are exposed to wind, as well
seas in crossing the Gulf Stream. “In just three to four
as around other obstacles,” said Anderson. “It’s a huge
hours from West End, you can get to places in the
option for this boat.”
Bahamas where you’ll see no one,” said Anderson.
Jeff Wilson is the general manager of MarineMax
It’s in those places the family likes to fish, spearfish
Jacksonville and he sold Anderson his boat. “Scott is a
and dive for lobster and conch. Hotspur’s cockpit is
very knowledgeable seaman,” said Wilson. “He knew
roomy enough to accommodate four divers in full
exactly what he wanted and he values the quality
gear, or two to three anglers fighting fish, without
construction and good resale value of the Grady-White.”
getting in each other’s way.
And
Anderson
values
the
expertise
and
In the evenings, the Anderson family cooks up the
convenience of working with the crew at MarineMax.
catch, which they joke is so fresh it’s from the future.
“Jeff found exactly the boat we wanted and arranged
The family specialty is conch ceviche. The ingredients
transportation from Texas to Florida,” said Anderson.
can be prepared using the cutting board on deck, or in
“Plus I can bring the boat in for maintenance by water.
the Hotspur’s impressive cabin kitchen complete with
That’s a huge benefit.”
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MARIN E MA X TU RNS 20
T
his June, MarineMax celebrated the 20th
better serve the entire boating community in each of
anniversary of our initial public offering
our markets.
on the New York Stock Exchange, trading
Each of our acquisitions were strategic, typically a
under the ticker symbol HZO, as a play
strong dealer, with great brands, and a strong team that
on H 2 0. Ref lecting back, what they say is true, time
complemented our values and brought added ability to
indeed f lies by when you are having fun. And what a
serve our family of boaters.
fun, great adventure it hasbeen so far!
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During these 20 years, we have seen the best of
The initial idea for MarineMax started in 1997 with
times and certainly some very challenging times.
a number of the nation’s largest and arguably best
Following the events of September 11, we were
boat dealers in the country, brainstorming about how
concerned about the impact our industry might feel.
we can better serve the boating enthusiast, grow the
That day, however, made us appreciate our families
industry and provide a greater opportunity for our
and friends even more and boaters took to the water
Team. In January 1998, MarineMax was founded and
to enjoy the time we have with one another. Likewise,
shortly thereafter, we merged with the same group of
in the great recession, which was particularly hard on
dealers and subsequently went public on June 3, 1998.
our industry, the time boaters spent on the water
At that point we were the largest dealer in the world
and total amount of registered boats actually grew
and our mission to change the industry began.
as enthusiasts sought this great recreation as a way
In the past 20 years we have acquired 26 additional
to escape the challenges they were facing in their
boat and yacht dealers, two boat brokerage operations,
busy lives. During that time, MarineMax had to
and
operations.
take some strong actions given the impact from the
Additionally, we have acquired several marinas and
recession, but we vowed to not reduce our service
expanded from a few brands and segments to the broad
capabilities and the Getaways!® we do with our
array of products that we offer today. Being more
customers. We think decisions like that have lead
diversified has certainly proven to be a wise move as
MarineMax to the very strong market position we
we have been able to grow into more segments and
enjoy today as the world’s largest recreation dealer.
two
full-service
MarineMax Lifestyles
yacht
repair
As you have likely heard , we don’t just sell boats—
On this milestone anniversary, our achievements
we sell a lifestyle. Our customers are welcomed into
are awe-inspiring. We have grown to over 60 retail
the MarineMax family, where we teach them how to
locations across the country, plus we developed
have fun on the water. We also make sure we have the
MarineMax Vacations, our charter division in the
ability to service your needs. Lastly, we ensure you
breathtaking British Virgin Islands. We represent
are comfortable boating through our various training
over 20 brands, have over 300,000 customers and
classes and our Getaways!
over 1,500 team members. Since going public, we have
Bill McGill learned early on in his career as an
sold over 150,000 boats. At our fiscal year end this
entrepreneur, that you are only as successful as the
past September, we were approaching $1.1 billion
people
in revenue.
you
surround
yourself
with.
MarineMax
is comprised of the best group of caring, diligent,
While we are very proud of all that we have
and passionate team members that has ever been
accomplished as a company, what we are most proud
assembled in our industry.
It is this team that has
of is how we have helped change people’s lives. It’s
carried us to the highest levels of success in our industry,
not just our tag line, our family of boaters are “United
including being recognized as the Boating Industry
by Water.” Our recreation and commitment to our
Magazine top dealer in two of the inaugural rankings
family of boaters has helped strengthen family bonds,
for the first two successive years. The governing body
provide the opportunity to make new friends on
inducted us into the Hall of Fame, so others could
the water and to create a lifetime of memories. The
have a chance at the top spot. To say we are proud of
water and fresh air seem to magically open the lines
this group of men and women is an understatement.
of communication. People engage with each other by turning off the electronics, the stresses of everyday life are put on hold, and people connect. We would like to thank each and every one of you for joining us on this journey and we are excited about the possibilities and opportunities the next 20 years will bring.
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20
YEARS B O AT I N G TOGETHER
Spring 2012 Spring 2012
Construction of Construction of Aquila Power Aquila Power Catamarans began Catamarans began when Sino Eaglewhen Sino Eagle Group began building Group began building the Aquila 38 the Aquila 38 exclusively for exclusively for MarineMax Vacations. MarineMax Vacations.
September 2012 September 2012
1997
1997
Seven of the nation’s Seven of the nation’s largest and bestlargest and best dealers in the country dealers in the country brainstormed about brainstormed about how they could how better they could better serve the boating serve the boating enthusiast, growenthusiast, the grow the industry and provide industry and provide a greater opportunity a greater opportunity for their team for their team members. members.
1997
1997
1998
June 2009 June 2009 U.S. to the U.S. September 11,September 2001 11, 2001 According to theAccording
The tragedy of the The tragedy of the attacks made onattacks 9/11 made on 9/11 made Americans made Americans appreciate theirappreciate their families and friends families and friends even more and even more and boaters took to the boaters took to the water to enjoy the water to enjoy the time they have with time they have with one another. one another.
2001
1998
January 1998 January 1998
MarineMax wasMarineMax was founded and shortly founded and shortly thereafter, merged thereafter, merged with the same group with the same group of dealerships. Mr. of dealerships. Mr. William H. McGill, William Jr., H. McGill, Jr., has been the Chief has been the Chief Executive Officer Executive of Officer of MarineMax, Inc.MarineMax, since Inc. since January 23, 1998. January 23, 1998.
June 1998
June 1998
MarineMax went MarineMax went public, trading under public, trading under the ticker symbol the ticker symbol HZO. HZO an attempt HZO. HZO an attempt to associate the to associate the company with being company with being on the water as on a play the water as a play on “H20.” MarineMax on “H20.” MarineMax became the world’s became the world’s largest dealership. largest dealership.
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2001
2006 2007
National BureauNational of Bureau of Economic Research Economic Research the Great Recession the Great Recession ended. However, ended. the However, the impact of the impact of the recession on therecession on the boating industryboating industry remains as remains as middle-class America middle-class America is recovering. is recovering.
2009
2006 2007
Summer 2006Summer 2006
MarineMax reached MarineMax reached 1-billion dollars1-billion in dollars in sales revenue. sales revenue.
December 2007 December 2007
2009
2011
MarineMax acquired MarineMax acquired Bassett Marine LLC’s Bassett Marine LLC’s retail sales and retail sales and operations in operations in Westbrook, CT and Westbrook, CT and Warwick, RI, and Warwick, RI, and added western added western Massachusetts to Massachusetts its to its territory for its territory for its Sea Ray productSea line. Ray product line.
November 2012 November 2012
The Company’s Board The Company’s Board of Directors appointed of Directors appointed Chuck CashmanChuck and Cashman and Brett McGill as Brett McGill as executive officers. executive officers.
2012
2011
March 2011 March 2011
MarineMax expands MarineMax expands in the Florida in the Florida Panhandle withPanhandle the with the acquisition of acquisition of Treasure IslandTreasure Island Marina's retail sales Marina's retail sales and brokerage and brokerage operation in Panama operation in Panama City, Florida. City, Florida.
The Great Recession The Great Recession began, according began, to according to the U.S. Nationalthe U.S. National Bureau of Economic Bureau of Economic Research. MarineMax Research. MarineMax had to take some had to take some strong actions given strong actions given the negative impact the negative impact from the recession, from the recession, but they vowed but to not they vowed to not reduce their service reduce their service capabilities andcapabilities their and their October 2011October 2011 Getaways!®events Getaways!®events MarineMax MarineMax they do with ourthey do with our introduces a new introduces a new customers. customers. service, MarineMax service, MarineMax Vacations. Charter Vacations. Charter vacations in thevacations in the British Virgin Islands British Virgin Islands with the newestwith and the newest and most exceptional most fleetexceptional fleet in the market. in the market.
2012
2013
2013
March 2013 March 2013
MarineMax acquires MarineMax acquires Parker Boat Company’s Parker Boat Company’s retail boat sales and retail boat sales and service operations service in operations in Orlando and Daytona, Orlando and Daytona, Florida. Parker Boat Florida. Parker Boat Company has served Company has served the boating community the boating community for over 85 years. for over 85 years.
January 2016 January 2016
Members of Members of MarineMax’s MarineMax’s management team management team along with several along of with several of its key manufacturers its key manufacturers rang the NYSE Closing rang the NYSE Closing Bell® in celebration Bell®ofin celebration of the 2016 Progressive the 2016 Progressive Insurance New York Insurance New York Boat Show. Boat Show.
April 2016
April 2014
April 2014
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Q&A BILL McGILL INTERVIEWED BY JEFF HEMMEL, BOATING MAGAZINE
P eruse the extensive resume
use it, service them second to
of MarineMax Chairman &
none, and get them involved
CEO, Bill McGill and you’ll
in events and trips—we’ve
find an impressive range of
never wavered from that
experience. An engineering
commitment. At the end of the
degree from the University
day it’s about the people, and
of Dayton. Early years spent
it’s the relationships with our
working on both the SR-71
customers that mean every-
Blackbird
thing. They’ve got to feel like
spy
plane
and,
later, the Space Station. A
they’re part of our family.
corporate
It’s not about buying a boat,
stint
at
Colgate
Palmolive. Forty-five years
it’s about buying a lifestyle
ago, however, it was McGill’s
and memories. We have an
unbridled passion for boating
opportunity to
that led him down his current
change people’s
path and, in many ways,
"I came to realize that
lives, and that’s
changed the industry forever.
boating truly changes
what drives us.
people’s lives. It
We’re selling
We caught up with Bill, now
Why? What is it that is so
experiencing it.
74, and asked him to reflect
powerful about boating?
The greatest re-
on over four decades in the
I came to realize that boating
ward that I get
marine industry.
truly changes people’s lives. It
is when I meet
connects the individual with
a family and the
Bill, it’s been 45 years since
the inner emotions they have,
wife says ‘thank
you took a gamble on the
it connects them with their
you, I have my
and satisfies their
to back off on
boating industry. Looking
friends, with their family, and
husband back,’
own needs, creating
that... it’s too
back, what stands out most?
satisfies their own needs, cre-
or ‘we now have
memories of a lifetime."
much fun doing
I got in the business in 1973,
ating memories of a lifetime.
something we
it the way we’re
can do together
doing it.
just in time for the oil em-
connects the individual with the inner emotions they have, it connects them with their friends, with their family,
a lifestyle, and making memories for people that can last a lifetime. We’re not going
bargo. I had invested my life
How is it different from the
as a family.’ Or the kids say
savings with my uncle to open
many other activities vying for
‘wow, I enjoy doing things with
Speaking of fun, you have a
up a dealership in Tampa Bay,
consumer’s attention?
my parents during those teenage
reputation in the industry for
and the next thing I saw were
If you look at family recre-
years.’ That’s really rewarding
being quite the watersports
long gas lines, and I’m saying
ation, the choices are pretty
and a validation of what boating
enthusiast. Still getting out on
"what have I done, what does
narrow. Golf is often just the
truly does. That’s really what it’s
the water?
this mean?" I think one of
husband, tennis maybe it’s the
about... what does boating do for
I’m in the slalom course,
the biggest lessons I learned
husband and wife, perhaps
you and your family. If we keep
trick skiing and barefooting
from that is, hey, life goes on.
the kids, but most of the
focused on that, we win.
every single weekend I’m
People’s passion for boating
sports that kids are involved
and the resilience they have is
in today the parents are
Twenty years ago MarineMax
the slalom course than I’ve
greater than I ever dreamed
sitting on the bench working
forever changed the industry’s
done in my life, and I used to
it would be. That is a lesson
their phone. In many cases
approach to boat sales. How
compete. I’m enjoying life, I’ve
that I learned early on that I
they’re not really connected
has this company thrived while
got two young daughters at
carried through the 45 years.
with the kids until after the
others have failed?
home, a lovely wife and nine
There’s ups and downs in our
game or after practice. But
If you look at what we do for our
grandkids. I wake up happy
industry, but people still seek
with boating, people are
customers—help them select the
and excited every day.
boating in a major way.
together. The whole family is
right product, teach them how to
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#SHOW USYOU R BU RG E E AS WE TURN 20 THIS SUMMER, WE WANT TO SEE HOW YOU HAVE BOATING FUN
The MarineMax burgee symbolizes that you are part of an exclusive group of people who love the water. As we celebrate 20 years of boating together, we invite you to take this with you as a token of all the fun and memories of being on the water, and a reminder that we are all United by Water. Get in on the action and have some fun! We are turning 20 this summer and we want to see how you #ShowUsYourBurgee. 1. Stop by your local MarineMax to pick up your FREE limited edition 2018 MarineMax Burgee. 2. Snap a pic of you and your burgee on your boat, on
Stop by MarineMax to get the new 2018 MarineMax
vacation, after you’ve reeled in that legendary fish,
Burgee, then head out on the water for some great
or while celebrating our 20th anniversary with us!
pics! You can find a MarineMax near you by visiting
3. Share it on social media using #ShowUsYourBurgee.
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Show us your burgee and see what everyone else is doing with their burgee too! We’ll share our favorite shots across our social media and feature the most creative
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20 ADVENTURES FOR YOU TO GO ON THIS SUMMER BON VOYAGE! BECAUSE MARINEMAX REFUSES TO LET YOU OR YOUR BOAT SIT IDLE IN HOMETOWN WATERS ALL SUMMER LONG
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ANTIQUE & CLASSIC BOAT RENDEZVOUS Mystic Seaport, CT
CAJUN PRIDE SWAMP TOURS LaPlace, LA
Into any and all things vintage in vessels? Take a trip to this
Boaters addicted to TV shows like “Swamp People” and
year’s Antique & Classic Boat Rendezvous, which showcases
“Gator Boys” will relish the chance to see these intriguing
classic sailboats, cruisers and runabouts July 28-29, at Mystic
creatures up close and personal through Cajun Pride
Seaport. This waterfront event displays nearly 35 classic
Swamp Tours located in LaPlace, Louisiana. This privately
crafts at the legendary maritime destination and serves as a
owned, wildlife refuge is just 25 miles from New Orleans.
fun networking venue for avid boaters. mysticseaport.org
cajunprideswamptours.com
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DC DUCKS TOURS | Washington D.C.
DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL | Duluth, WI
Travel D.C.’s highways and waterways by way of the popular
Experience this eccentric form of water entertainment
duck tour. The bus/boat is a smart move to discover how the
at this year’s Dragon Boat Festival held Aug. 24-25, on
city developed its massive monuments, museums and malls.
Lake Superior in Duluth, Minnesota. The now 16-year
From there, this creative form of transportation will take
festival is a community fundraising, fellowship and fun
you into the Potomac River for a casual cruise to give you
tradition open to first-time paddlers to veteran racers who
another picturesque perspective of America’s front yard.
have an affinity for competition, adventure and boating.
dcducks.com
lakesuperiordragons.com
GENERAL JACKSON SHOWBOAT CRUISE Nashville, TN
LADY LIBERTY TOURS | New York, NY
A Nashville star of the waterways, the General Jackson
York’s five boroughs, visit this iconic, colossal carving
Showboat cruises the Cumberland River and entertains guests with grand performances celebrating the South. The General Jackson is one of the largest showboats ever built. It can accommodate up to 1,037 passengers, features a twostory Victorian theater and spotlights Music City’s rising
After exploring family boating hotbeds in a few of New symbolizing democracy and freedom via ferry only. Boat tour service Statue Cruises gives you instant access to the Statue of Liberty National Monument, known as one of the world’s most famous landmarks. The ferry ride also includes a tour inside the popular Ellis Island National Immigration
stars in the entertainment industry. generaljackson.com
Museum. statuecruises.com
LAKE HAVASU CITY PARTY COVE Lake Havasu City, AZ
MICHIGAN MARITIME MUSEUM EXPERIENCES South Haven, MI
Tagged as Arizona’s playground, Lake Havasu stretches
The maritime museum doesn’t just provide research
400 miles of coastline, beams sunshine for 300 days a year
and education about the Great Lakes. You can actually
and opens up 60 miles of navigable waterways to boaters.
go on water in historic replicas like the 1800s Friends
The lake’s scenic, rippling canyons and tranquil waters
Good Will, which includes a 6-pound pivot cannon and
cater to party and high-performance boaters to family and
billowing sails, or the 1941 USCG Motor Lifeboat 36460.
sightseeing ones. golakehavasu.com
michiganmaritimemuseum.org
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BASEBALL'S HOME | Cooperstown, NY
BEAUFORT PIRATE INVASION | Beaufort, NC
Boaters devoted to one of America’s favorite pastime will
Swashbuckling fun awaits at this legendary adventure
find the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum as an
held August 10-11 in the historic seaside town of North
impressive visit near Otsego Lake. Cooperstown is located
Carolina’s Crystal Coast. Along Beaufort’s waterfront, ship
at the Southern tip of Otsego Lake, which is undeniably a
invasion re-enactments, street sword battles and pirate
boating oasis. Otsego Lake is 7.8 miles long and flourishes
performances fill the area for this year’s theme “The Battle
with rainbow trout, yellow perch, bluegill and both
of Blackbeard”—commemorating the 300th anniversary of
largemouth and smallmouth bass. thisiscooperstown.com
the infamous pirate. beaufortpirateinvasion.com
BARREN RIVER LAKE | Lucas, KY
BASS LAKE | Yosemite, CA
Barren River is a 10,000-acre lake and outdoors paradise
Voted one of the top “10 Best Lakes in California” by Sunset
in Lucas. Enclosed by plush, tree-covered hills, the lake is
Magazine, this lavish lake in Yosemite features pristine
in the south-central section of the state in open grasslands
waterfalls and is bound by granite peaks and mountainous
called “barrens.” The countryside site satisfies boating,
pine forests. The nature sanctuary supplies fishing with
fishing, camping, hiking, swimming and horseback riding.
bass, crappie, catfish, carp, rainbow trout and bluegill in
Its marina includes a launching ramp, 100 open slips, 40
its waters. It’s full-service lakefront marina provides boats,
covered slips and boat rentals as well. parks.ky.gov
kayaks, paddle boarding or jet ski rentals. basslake.com
BLUE MESA RESERVOIR | Gunnison, CO
ELEPHANT BUTTE LAKE | Elephant Butte, NM
One of Colorado’s largest bodies of water, the reservoir is
Located at New Mexico’s largest state park, Elephant Butte
the ideal destination for leisurely boating and hardcore
Lake is the state’s largest body of water. It provides boating and
fishing. It’s also the largest lake trout and Kokanee salmon
fishing opportunities, accommodating various watercraft.
fishery in America. Stretching nearly 96 miles of shoreline,
The lake includes two marinas and is laden with record-
the reservoir harbors narrow canyons, staggering mesas
breaking crappie, bluegill, and striped, black and white bass.
and tapered lakes that highlight the natural beauty of this
Boaters can travel the 43-mile-long lake’s trails and sandy
mountain state. thebluemesa.com
beaches, too. newmexico.org
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HERRING BAY | Annapolis, MD
HILTON HEAD ISLAND | Hilton Head, SC
The essence of boating along the Chesapeake Bay, Herring Bay
Designated Travel + Leisure Magazine’s “Best Island in
in Maryland’s countryside welcomes you to classy beachfront
the United States,” Hilton Head Island is nothing short of
and boat living. This quaint waterfront community features
stunning beachfront property. Native to the island: lagoons,
historic maritime villages, dockside restaurants and top-of-
harbors, marinas, fishing, watersports and boating. You may
the-line marinas like Herrington Harbour—dubbed “Best
even spot dolphins at play. Its waterways come with ample
Resort Marina on the Bay” and “Best Boatyard on the Bay.”
fishing spots, deep-sea expeditions and crystal ocean views.
visitannapolis.org
hiltonheadusa.com
LAKE BLACKSHEAR RESORT | Cordele, GA
LAKE LEWISVILLE | Lake Lewisville, TX
This getaway offers lake-loving sunsets, leisurely fishing
Cool off days from The Lone Star State’s heat through this
and charming views of nature in the middle of Georgia
trending rest-and-recreational water refuge. As one of the
Veterans Memorial State Park—recognized among the
largest lakes in North Texas, Lake Lewisville spans 29,000
“Top 100 Family Friendly Places to Boat and Fish in the U.S.”
acres and extends for 233 miles of shoreline. A popular
The 8,700-acre lake is home to catfish, bass, crappie, bream
watersports venue, it also accommodates boaters who
and plenty of “secret” fishing holes for hardcore sport
enjoy skiing, kayaking, standup paddleboarding, fishing,
fisherman. lakeblackshearresort.com
swimming, and partygoing. lake-lewisville.org
LOCK WALL ONE MARINA | Pittsburgh, PA
PENSACOLA BAY | Pensacola, FL
Boaters who are diehard football fans will appreciate
If you want to dock and explore waterways away from your
docking in downtown Pittsburgh. This pet-friendly marina
boat, a good-time option is Pensacola’s plentiful boating
gives instant access to the city’s stadium, restaurants,
adventures. From dolphin cruises to inshore/deep sea
casino waterfront entertainment. You can easily shop at
fishing charters, the bay affords emerald water experiences
The Waterfront, Pittsburgh’s premiere lifestyle mall with
along the Gulf of Mexico. Incredibly adventurous, then you
more than 70 stores, eateries and amusement along the
have to try scuba diving since Pensacola is known as a world-
Monongahela River. lockwallonemarina.com
class diving destination as well. visitpensacola.com
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SEA RAY
H ER E COM ES
THE SUN THE SEA RAY SUNDANCER 520 CAN DO IT ALL
There is perhaps no line of boat more ingrained in
quintessential Sundancer. At 52 feet 6 inches length
the mind of the American yachtsman than the Sea
overall, the 520 is ideal for an experienced owner-
Ray Sundancer. For decades, Sundancers have been
operator. Her beam of 15 feet 2 inches allowed Sea Ray
dominant models on the water, at times seeming
designers to maximize interior volume, yet narrow
almost omnipresent and that’s for good reason.
enough to make her easy to maneuver in crowded
Sundancers have a reputation for seaworthiness, good
anchorages. The hull has a variable deadrise ranging
looks and the ability to do pretty much whatever is
from 15 to 19 degrees, providing both lift and a
asked of them.
smooth ride regardless of almost any conditions.
To that end, the all-new Sea Ray Sundancer 520 —
Plus, with a dry weight approaching 43,000 pounds,
debuted this year at the Miami Yacht Show on the
the boat is weighty enough to handle all but the
heels of her sistership, the Fly 520, which splashed
roughest seas. Suffice to say, she’ll get you home safe.
at the Fort Lauderdale show—is very much the
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The Sundancer 520’s interior design has a focus
and freezers, large counters with a full sink and lots
on natural light, which is let in by large windows in
of stowage—ensuring that you have plenty of food and
the salon that almost completely surround the area.
beverage storage for longer journeys.
A triple-paned skylight above further enhances the
Forward of the galley the salon is designed
open and airy feel. The yacht’s accommodations level
specifically for relaxing, with comfortable sofas to
also has large windows, which are sharply raked to
port and starboard and a standard 50-inch television,
enhance the boat’s sleek visual presentation. Another
which can lower down to become invisible.
touch owner’s should love in the interior is the
And forward of the salon is the helm, where the
expertly crafted, grain-matched wood throughout—
captain will appreciate excellent sightlines as well as
a mega yacht detail you won’t find on many boats in
a bevy of Raymarine electronics.
this class.
Down below on the accommodations level, there
The salon has an aft-galley design, meaning that
are two luxurious staterooms, each with abundant
both the cockpit and salon have nearly equal access
stowage, again to facilitate longer journeys. The full-
to the chef ’s food offerings. The galley features many
beam master is amidship, with en suite, and enjoys
amenities that make the 520 stand out in her class,
large amounts of aforementioned natural light. The
including stainless steel drawer-style refrigerators
forepeak VIP has a queen-sized berth and private
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AN ENVIABLE FLEET Sea Ray has a host of other boats in its Sport Yachts/ Yachts and L-Class f leet, which comprises the builder’s larger, more high-end builds. The Sport Yachts/Yachts access to the guest head. In the standard layout, the
line is comprised of the Sundancer 400, Fly 400,
accommodations level also has a seating area with
Sundancer 460, Fly 460, Sundancer 510, Sundancer
a sofa and settee, though that space is available with
510 Signature, Fly 510, Sundancer 520 and Fly 520,
a third stateroom option featuring twin bunks and
while the L-Class line has the L550, L590 and L650,
additional stowage.
each with Express and Fly models. The Sport Yachts/
Exterior entertainment spaces are another highlight
Yachts line is made up of versatile, highly usable and
aboard the Sundancer 520. The foredeck has a large
cruisable vessels, much like the Sundancer 520. Each
sunpad and also has an optional sunshade, for extended
of the models also comes in Express and Fly models.
hours enjoying the sun. The yacht’s cockpit has an
The Express models tend to be popular with younger
aft lounge seat with a convertible backrest that can
families, to keep everyone in the same space, and with
slide forward and backward providing easier water
older boaters, who may not want to negotiate any extra
interaction for the whole family. There’s also an option
steps. The Fly versions are more commonly seen with
for a “gourmet station” on the transom, with a grill and
experienced owners who are comfortable with a little
large stowage compartment. A lazarrette is accessible
extra boat.
from the swim platform, and makes a great place to
The L-Class is Sea Ray’s bid at building boats that truly qualify as yachts, and as such have lots of
stow water toys. The Sundancer 520 has a pair of Cummins QSC8.3
interior space, excellent natural light and a level of
600s coupled to Zeus pod drives. Joystick controls are
fit and finish that will truly wow most boaters. As the
available as is a Skyhook Station, which pins the boat in
brand’s f lagship, the L650 Fly is a true statement yacht,
place as you wait for a bridge, or a spot in the marina.
both for Sea Ray and for any owner lucky enough to
The boat’s hull has advanced lamination structures
own it. The yacht has four staterooms including a full-
that aid with weight and strength, and she can also
beam, amidships master with luxurious touches like
be outfitted with a Seakeeper gyrostabilizer for extra
a rainmaker showerhead and cool-looking distressed
stability while at sea.
hickory throughout. The yacht also has twin Seakeeper
The Sea Ray Sundancer 520 is a highly versatile,
8000 gyrostabilizers to help hold her in place in rough
do-it-all yacht that is perfect for entertaining large
seas, and is available with twin 1,100 hp Caterpillar
groups, or for longer voyages with friends. She’d make
C18 Acerts. Up top, the f lybridge is a jewel, with a
a great boat for island hopping, or just cruising on
convertible settee/sunpad aft, a Kenyon grill setup and
over to the local sandbar. There’s simply a lot here to
a rocking stereo system. The L650 Fly has everything
like. It’s no wonder the Sundancer line has left such
you could want to have a great time on the water.
an imprint on the sport.
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YOU’RE A LONG WAY FROM WORK, DOROTHY.
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F LY G I R L THE GALEON 640 FLY IS ABOUT TO CHANGE THE GAME
S
ince it was founded in Gdansk, Poland, in 1982,
because the yacht’s gunwales can flip down to create
Galeon Yachts has been turning out some of the
terraces to both port and starboard that increase her
more innovative vessels seen anywhere in the
beam to a sizeable 23 feet, 3 inches. This design choice is
industry. Currently, it builds around 100 boats
one that sets her apart from other midsize motoryachts in
a year in the 40 to 70-foot range, and has cultivated a
what can often seem like an overly crowded field.
loyal following—for good reason. With head-turning
Imagine the possibilities. With the terraces open, the
layouts, modular seating and now drop-down terraces
yacht’s beam essentially becomes comparable to a 90-foot
on the sides of its boats, the builder has made a name for
boat’s. A bar that seats two on either side makes the most
itself as being at the avant-garde of nautical design. And
of the space on the 640’s portside, while the starboard-
with its latest build, the Galeon 640 Fly, which debuted in
side terrace is open. The 640’s terraces adjoin to the
Miami this past February, the builder has only further
cockpit which has a dining settee for eight as well as a
solidified its reputation. The 640 Fly is a boat that puts
40-inch television. The cockpit is covered by an electric
other vessels in its class on notice, thanks to its outsized
sunshade that should help keep passengers cool even on
interior volume, entertainment-friendly layout and a
the hottest of days. Aft of that a hydraulic swim platform
host of onboard amenities that will make everyone happy
can handle tender duties, act as a miniature beach club
—except of course, for her competitors.
and provide easy access to the crew cabin. Notably, that
The 640 Fly has a length overall of 68 feet, 3 inches, and a resting beam of 16 feet, 3 inches. We say “resting”
cabin has twin berths, a sink, refrigerator and access to the engine room.
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Indoors, the galley opens up on both sides creating an
chosen, the master will be full beam and amidships. If
amazing conjoining space with the aft deck complete with
four staterooms is the choice, the master moves forward
two bar areas. Forward of the galley, a huge U-shaped
to the forepeak, remains en suite and has a private
dining setee to port acts as the yacht's more formal dining
staircase entrance.
area and the table lowers with a fill cushion to create a cozy TV lounge.
The 640 Fly also runs very well. A fully carbon fiber
Forward are plush twin helm seats
superstructure helps keep weight down and the center
that enjoy excellent sightlines thanks to the boat’s large,
of gravity low, for an efficient and stable ride. The resin-
steeply raked windshield.
infused hull is both light and strong, and slices through
Interestingly, the forward section of that windshield
the waves with admirable ease. The yacht comes standard
opens up to the bowdeck, creating a pass through
with 1000 hp Volvo Penta D13s, and is also available with
to the salon. This somewhat unique design choice
twin 1,200 hp MANs. With the standard Volvos, the vessel
essentially conjoins the entire main deck into one giant,
can top out at a jaunty 27 knots. At her 23-knot cruise
interconnected entertainment area. The bow has seating
speed, she has a range of 230 nautical miles, or about the
that is configurable, so an owner can pick from multiple
distance from Miami to Elbow Cay — not too shabby on a
arrangements according to his druthers.
single tank of gas.
However, the main deck is not the yacht’s only
The Galeon 640 Fly is the type of boat that would make
exterior entertainment space. The namesake flybridge
most any yachtsman smile. Her unique, super-open layout
has forward sunpads, a wetbar to starboard with two
allows passengers to commune with the environment
barstools and expansive U-shaped seating aft with a table.
they love so much, while her build and performance will
The starboard-side helm also offers excellent sightlines
please captains and gearheads alike. Indeed, there’s very
and may be even better than the lower helm for docking,
little not to like about this launch, and we’d guess you’ll
as a bird’s eye view is hard to beat in a harbor.
be seeing plenty of her very soon.
Down below the accommodations level can have either three or four staterooms. If the three-stateroom layout is
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OCEAN ALEXANDER
FLE X IBLE BY
DE SIGN OCEAN ALEXANDER OFFERS MORE CHOICES FOR MORE STATEROOMS ABOARD ITS 100, WITHOUT COMPROMISING SPACE
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t’s no surprise that as cruising plans grow, so, too,
meaning all four cabins were below deck. With this,
do the yachts you own. The larger fuel capacity
you had a full-beam master, two mirror-image guest
aboard a larger yacht brings new destinations
cabins (typically twins that could push together to form
within reach. Similarly, you’re afforded more
doubles), and a bow VIP. The builder decided to switch
creature comforts, including more staterooms, letting
things up starting with hull number five, moving the
you share those perfect experiences with additional
master to sit forward on the main deck. It’s a space
friends and family.
arrangement borrowed from larger megayachts. In
The trouble is, sometimes larger is too large. There
yet another large-megayacht move, the 100’s master is
comes a point where a certain length feels burdensome,
actually a split-level suite, where the sleeping area is on
even overwhelming. Despite the benefits that a bigger
the main deck, and the head plus the dressing area are
boat brings, you just can’t make the jump. As much as
down a few steps forward. Impressively, the sleeping
you don’t really want to compromise, though, you don’t
area still has a dedicated toilet compartment (what
have a choice.
residents across the Atlantic would call a WC). Those of
Actually, you do. Enter the Ocean Alexander 100.
you who stumble around in the dark will find this quite
Introduced a few years ago as a four-stateroom series,
practical. It’s also unheard of aboard anything except
she has adapted to changing client needs. While some
for a fully custom yacht.
customers want to cruise with a few extra people,
Ocean Alexander didn’t stop switching things up
they don’t necessarily want the larger models in the
here. For the guest accommodations below decks, it
builder’s lineup. The Ocean Alexander 100 now not
increased the number from three to four. Two VIPs sit
only has five staterooms as an option, but also arranges
amidships, complemented by two twin staterooms just
all staterooms, regardless of total, in ways you might
forward. (There’s no bow cabin due to the master head
not expect. Even better, the yacht does so without
occupying that space.) Thanks to Ocean Alexander’s in-
detrimentally impacting the rest of the layout.
house team collaborating with longtime design partner
The first four Ocean Alexander 100 deliveries featured
a
traditional
four-stateroom
f loorplan,
Evan K. Marshall, nothing looks or feels shoehorned in. The level of luxury is just as you would expect.
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A
A five-stateroom 100-footer is intriguing enough.
important, the crew’s quarters, comprised of a captain’s
100-footer
cabin plus two additional cabins, don’t lose any space
with
two
different
five-stateroom
configurations, though, is even more intriguing.
regardless of guest accommodations.
Besides the above-mentioned layout, the Ocean
You might wonder if the galley loses space due to the
Alexander 100 gives you yet another choice if your
master suite sitting forward of it. While the galley does
cruising party totals 10 people. You can have two master
switch from an informal country kitchen to an enclosed,
suites, essentially, accompanied by two twins and a bow
more crew-focused area, it maintains excellent f loor
VIP. Master suite number one is entirely on the main
space. Ocean Alexander and Marshall incorporated
deck. The second suite sits below decks, spanning the
customer
full beam amidships, with a his-and-her head.
A big issue in galley design in general is ensuring the chef
and
crew
feedback
in
rearranging
it.
If the five-stateroom configuration doesn’t suit you,
can prep and cook without anyone getting underfoot. In
you’re not out of luck. Ocean Alexander still offers the
each of the new layouts for the Ocean Alexander 100, the
100 with four total staterooms—and, better yet, with the
stove and the sink are in one section of the galley, with
split-level master. With this layout, your guests get two
abundant counter space, while an ample platter-staging
twins and a full-beam VIP.
area sits in another. Logically, the staging section is just
Even with the varying stateroom options, the Ocean
off the foyer from the dining area, allowing the stews
Alexander 100 preserves things you’ve come to expect
to take meals out to you and your guests while the chef
of the brand. For example, the yacht is available in both
continues working his or her magic.
f lying bridge and skylounge configurations. Of course, you also still get a choice in terms of the interior decor.
Making a 100-footer fit all of this in may sound like a bit of magic was required. Unlike your favorite magician,
Furthermore, Ocean Alexander still offers its “cruise
though, Ocean Alexander isn’t pulling a fast one. It’s
package,” which includes redundant watermakers,
adapting to your ever-changing plans, while staying true
water-treatment systems, and other equipment. Equally
to what attracted you in the first place.
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AZIMUT
DOING THE LOOP IN STYLE THE LEVY'S EXPLORE EASTERN NORTH AMERICA ABOARD THEIR AZIMUT MAGELLANO 53-FOOT YACHT
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“We traveled for 7 months, 5,400 miles, traversed 104 Locks, traveled on 3 of the 5 Great Lakes, passed through 15 U.S. states, 2 Canadian providences, voyaged on 8 major rivers, visited 70 towns and cities and experienced one miracle...”
On May 22, 2017, with their two dogs, Bandit and Suki, the Levy’s left Palm Beach Gardens heading for the Jupiter Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean. Traveling up the east coast they stopped in Fort Pierce, Florida; Savanah, Georgia; Charleston, South Carolina; Southport, North Carolina; Beaufort, North Carolina; Belhaven, North Carolina and Norfolk, Virginia where they enjoyed meeting friends, great restaurants, toured historic sites and spent time enjoying the scenery. They left Norfolk headed to Ocean City, Maryland.
When
America’s
They continued to Atlantic City, New Jersey. Sue spent
Great Loop, the couple researched several trawler-style
Gerry
Levy
aspired
to
complete
some time at the slots and they took a push cart ride
boats. When they came across the Azimut Magellano
down the famous boardwalk. The next day they headed
43 they loved the style, but, had concerns: being a new
to Huntington, Long Island. After spending a couple of
Italian boat model and how would it be supported?
weeks at home with their children and grandchildren,
The Levys had purchased three boats from MarineMax
they left Huntington and headed up the Hudson River
and had experienced very positive customer service.
to Newburgh, New York.
Additionally, MarineMax is the exclusive dealer for
From Newburgh they went to Albany, New York,
Azimut so they felt confident. In late 2014 Gerry and Sue
through the locks to stay in Schuyler, New York then
took delivery of their Magellano 43 and began planning
continued on to stay at Whitehall, New York; Burlington,
to adventure on America’s Great Loop.
Vermont and on to Plattsburg, New York. There, they
At the annual MarineMax Azimut Winter Rendezvous at the Ocean Reef Club, the Levy’s met Dr. Giovanna
rented a car and drove down to the Adirondacks to camp with their grandchildren.
Vitelli, Owner and Vice President of Product Development
“Even when traveling by boat, a seemingly idyllic
of the Azimut Benetti Group. The Magellano line was
world, life goes on,” offered Gerry. “There are bills to pay,
Giovanna’s vision and she asked for feedback on the
pets to care for, as well as your children and grandchildren
Levy’s 43. They praised the boat. However, Sue had one
to attend to. So, we logistically work these things out. It
complaint. There was not enough storage. Giovanna
is a challenge, but a good one.”
offered a simple solution. Move up to the Azimut Magellano 53.
On June 17, 2017 they entered Canada. Following the Richelieu River, they stopped at Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu,
After preparing for two years, Gerry and Sue sold
Canada. It took 8-hours to pass through the tiny locks
their Magellano 43 and purchased a new Magellano 53.
and travel only 10-miles. After leaving the locks they
They took delivery of “Capace” on May 3, 2017 and just two
traveled upstream to Montreal’s Old Port. Gerry and
weeks later they began their adventure. Capace is Italian
Sue stayed at the Montreal Yacht Club and enjoyed the
for capable. As it turns out, the name was very applicable.
festive spirit of the city.
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The Levy’s spent time visiting small towns on both sides of the St. Lawrence River. Continuing on the TrentServern Waterway, which traverses 245 miles with 44 locks, they passed through the quaint villages and towns in Ontario CA. Lock 44 of the Trent Severn Waterway is known as the Big Chute. Boats drive into a rail car that lifts the boat out of the water and takes it over land to the next body of water. They stayed in Port Severn for 4 days tending to their dog Suki who is fighting pancreatitis. The Levy’s spent several days on Georgian Bay and Lake Huron. They took a horse and carriage ride with Suki and Bandit on Mackinac Island. They left Lake Huron through the straights of Mackinac heading into Lake Michigan and on to Chicago. In Grafton, Illinois Gerry and Sue were able to take Suki to see a veterinarian in St. Louis, Missouri. Refueling at Hoppies Marina, the last stop along the Mississippi for 225-miles, they arrived at Green Turtle
From Clearwater Gerry and Sue stopped at Bradenton,
Bay. The next day they entered the Tennessee Tombigbee
Long Boat Key, Punta Gorda and arrived in Fort Myers,
Waterway. The Levy’s traveled for four days and
Florida on December 14, 2017.
300-miles to Columbus, Mississippi taking time to travel
The Levy’s were ready to get home and enjoy the
to Mississippi State University, College of Veterinary
holidays with their family. Following the Okeechobee
Medicine, trying to stabilize Suki’s declining health.
Waterway, they arrived in Clewiston, Florida and crossed
In Demopolis, Mississippi Gerry and Sue met up
Lake Okeechobee on the 16th and on to their home port
with some old friends and some new friends they met
of Soverel Harbor, “crossing their wake” for the first time,
along their journey. Leaving Demopolis, they lost the
completing the Loop. However, Suki did not finish the trip
use of the port throttle and were receiving low fuel
and is sorely missed.
pressure warning on the starboard engine. MarineMax
“We traveled for 7 months, 5,400 miles, traversed 104
team members Dave Eckart and Nick Campbell tried to
locks, traveled on 3 of the 5 Great Lakes, passed through
arrange for mobile repair in this desolate section of the
15 U.S. states, 2 Canadian providences, voyaged on 8 major
Great Loop. However, they decided to limp the 170-miles
rivers, visited 70 towns and cities and experienced one
to Mobile, Alabama where a technician effected repairs.
miracle,” said Gerry in a recent interview.
Continuing their trip they crossed Mobile Bay to
When asked what the miracle was, Gerry explained,
Orange Beach, Alabama and enjoyed the great shops and
“after all that, our marriage of 50-years is still intact and
dining venues. On December 1, they left from Panama
going strong.”
Beach in the pre-dawn darkness and made the 234-mile
Gerry Levy is planning on writing a book on their
haul across the Gulf of Mexico arriving in Clearwater,
adventure. Gerry, Sue and Bandit are off on their
Florida at dusk 12-hours later.
Azimut 53 Magellano to Long Island and New England for the summer.
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UNITED BY WATER
SU PPORT ING OU R LOC A L COMM U NI T Y GIVING BACK BOTH ON THE WATER AND ON LAND
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ike most businesses that have
This new development not only provided
to the community. Habitat believes that
been around for some time,
12 more Pinellas County families the
home ownership contributes to family
MarineMax
a
opportunity to live and thrive in their
stability, leading in turn to community
has
developed
corporate culture. Much of the
new homes, but also rejuvenated a part of
stability. Additionally, Habitat Pinellas
culture comes from MarineMax Chairman
town that was known for not being so safe
raises funds through their ReStore, a
and CEO, Bill McGill and his love for the
and secure.
home improvement outlet where donated household and building items are sold to
water. The MarineMax tagline “United
“The City of Clearwater appreciates
by Water” succinctly captures the spirit
being able to work with Habitat Pinellas
of the MarineMax culture. We are all in
to provide the ‘American dream’ for city
“Habitat Pinellas has enjoyed a long
it together, bound by a common love for
residents,” said George Cretekos, Mayor
relationship with the City of Clearwater,”
boating and the boating lifestyle. Another
of Clearwater. “First at Steven’s Creek
said Mike Sutton, CEO of Habitat for
important tenet is that each MarineMax
and now in the North Marina District,
Humanity
store is an integral part of the community
new residents through this partnership
partnership has allowed our organization
they serve and from time to time we need to
will also help revitalize a neighborhood
to collaborate with sponsors and the
give back for that privilege.
and provide stability as the city works to
community to build over 100 homes in the
expand housing opportunities.”
City of Clearwater since our inception.”
MarineMax prides itself on supporting
the public.
of
Pinellas
County.
“This
our local communities both on the water
Since 1985, Habitat for Humanity of
During the building of this house,
and off. Many times, around the holidays
Pinellas County has constructed 418 homes
MarineMax not only supported Habitat
you will notice that your local MarineMax
for struggling families in Pinellas County,
For Humanity financially but also many
store may host an event or accept donations
using locally raised funds. Volunteers
MarineMax team members spent their time
in order to give back to those in need. What
and the future homeowners construct
on-site. Alongside the soon to be owners and
you may not know, is that we give back all
the homes, which are sold at no profit and
under the supervision of the Habitat for
year long! One of our most recent initiatives to
financed with a zero-interest loan. Habitat
Humanity crew, the MarineMax team went
support those in our community is sponsoring
Pinellas
earn
to work building this house doing everything
a house with Habitat For Humanity.
30 to 80 percent of area median income.
from raising trusses and assembling walls
“MarineMax is built on a foundation
For Pinellas County, that translates to as
to painting and laying sod.
bringing
of
friends,
family,
and
homeowner
candidates
the
little as $27,000 a year for a family of four.
Part of the MarineMax values is to
community together. We are happy to give
Candidates must also demonstrate need for
always do what is right and this means
back to the community which has helped us
adequate shelter; ability to pay back a zero-
providing for the community that has
grow into the business that we are today,”
interest loan and willingness to partner
given so much to support our company.
stated Brett McGill, MarineMax President
with Habitat Pinellas to invest 250 to 350
MarineMax will continue to work with
and Chief Operating Officer.
sweat equity hours. Mortgage monies are
charities in the local communities around
The MarineMax house was one of 12
used to build even more homes, making
the nation as we are all United by Water.
homes on a block in Clearwater, Florida.
each donation to Habitat a perpetual legacy
WRITTEN BY SARAH YASI
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