Bluewater Sales Professional Scott James with the expert assistance of Megan Hodnett went above and beyond to get Richard Raymo’s Back Cove 33 sold even with some hiccups in paperwork and hull ID reporting. Megan [Hodnett], Thank you for all your help, you...
A BOATING LIFE CYCLE To hear Stephen Davis tell it, “We’re just a bunch of inland bubbas that got good at fishing.” But his boating story runs oh so much deeper than that. An accomplished engineering professional who has owned many custom sportfish yachts over the...
KRUSEN WITH BLUEWATER Trolling offshore catching billfish on his new Regulator 34SS, Krusen, is how Bill Kruse plans to get away for a little rest and relaxation. Excited to get back on the water after a few years not owning a boat, Bill worked with salesman Jud Black...
I wanted to let you know how thoroughly pleased I am with Bill Berger’s assistance in the purchase of my new 2002 Grady White 330 Express. As I am sure you are aware, the process of locating the right vessel then vetting, and closing on the purchase of a boat is...
We recently purchased a yacht through Bluewater Yacht Sales and were thrilled with the service we received from Johnny Hicks. His insight and willingness to help far exceeded our expectations. He was friendly and honest, and always available to help – by phone,...
Emerging Markets When Viking and the Healey family pursue a goal, they do it with true gusto and tenacity. Anyone fortunate enough to spend time around Viking Yachts President Pat Healey will instantly recognize his intense ambition and enthusiasm. This passionate...
CENTERED ON CUSTOM Many production boat builders restrain customers to a set of options and possibilities when building a new boat. Then there are dozens of custom boat builders who would happily build a 19’ skiff or a 90’ sportfish to the exact specifications and...
Viking Boats Place in Top 3 in Three Consecutive Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournaments Viking Yachts lays claim to leading the industry in production luxury sportfishing yachts and refined express fishing boats. With an impressive history that spans over a half century,...
What’s the most impressive part of a 90’ custom sportfish project with no expense spared to build it with cutting edge technologies and the highest-end appointments? Well, everything—but that might be about all we can tell you right now. That’s because the Jarrett Bay...
SALT AND LIGHT Soldiers Enjoy a Day of Offshore Fishing Aboard Viking 76 It isn’t every day that most Americans get to cruise offshore, fish the Gulf Stream, and bring home their catch to throw on the grill, but having the freedom to do so is truly priceless. John and...
FAMILY MATTERS In the rarified air of competitive sport fishing nothing trumps preparation. Stocking freezers, rigging bait, meal planning, getting dialed in on the fish movements—all are relatively last-minute flourishes—the exciting part where it all finally comes...
SABRE TIME A change of pace for Steve and Dee Olinger, their new Sabre 48 is named DeltaV (literally meaning a change in velocity). Representing much more than the speed boost from life-long sailors to 30+ knot power cruisers, she is a tribute to a difference in...