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| April 2006 
Everglades 290 Center Console: Fancy BoyThis posh center console shines as both an offshore fishboat and a comfortable day-tripper. Downside: With a $166,000 price tag, it’s one of the most expensive vessels of its kind. Soft Mud Anchors For $200+ The XYZ, Bulwagga, HydroBubble, and Talon XT are top peformers. The Super Max hooks are big and heavy but pricey—and they finished in the middle of the pack. Small-Screen Plotter/Sounder Combos: Lowrance Bests Garmin and SI-TEX The Lowrance LMS 337C DF, with its high-resolution screen and fine sounder detail, takes top honors. Black Streak Removers: Nautical Ease(ily) Wins Polluted rain water causes those ugly streaks beneath your boat’s rubrail, portlights, and scuppers. The marine industry offers at least nine specialized cleaners to get rid of them. Boat Show Blunders: Meridian, Shamrock, Luhrs, Tiara Falter The marine industry often fails to present recreational craft in tip-top condition at boat shows. This photo essay is the first in a two-part report that points the finger at the worst offenders. Gaffs Aftco and XTools stick it to the competition. | |||||
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