Sneak Preview: Sportboat Magazine Spring Issue

Scheduled to hit newsstands in early January, the spring 2013 issue of Sportboat magazine, a quarterly publication, is filled with compelling features from the top writers and photographers covering the sportboat world. Here’s a quick look from the spring 2013 issue table of contents at some of what you’ll find inside the upcoming issue.

For unmatched values in new sportboats at relatively affordable prices, check out Jason Johnson’s jet boat roundup.

Unmatched Value—In the sportboat world, jet-propelled offerings from Yamaha, and soon enough Sea Ray, provide bargains beyond compare.

Yamaha 192 Series Test: Hey Nineteen—Yamaha packs a lot into its new 192 Series, including its supercharged 1.8L Super High Output engine.

Wave of the Future—Wakeboarding is still huge, but for 2013 manufacturers are focusing on towboats for wake surfing.

Wake surfing is the rage in watersports these days, which is why tow boat builders have created models specifically for the job.

Size Doesn’t Matter—Think there’s no substitute for cubic inches? Think again—and check out this small-block turbocharged Eliminator wonder cat.

The Cleaner The Better—Never underestimate the importance of a high performance fuel filter as cheap—and easy to install—engine insurance.

In the In The News section of Sportboat’s spring issue, you’ll get exclusive first looks at the new GT-30 from Baja Marine and the 298 Sport Center Console from NorTech, as well as a first-person stroll through the long days and fast nights of Key West.

Check out the new Baja GT-30 sportboat.

Plus, a hands-on Truck Trend tow vehicle review—Sportboat is the only magazine in the country to have new reviews from Motor Trend’s sister publication—of the 2013 Ram 1500.

The spring issue of Sporboat magazine focuses on new models from 19 to 30 feet.

(For a better look at the full cover, click the image above.)