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From the Helm, Boating Broadcast is brought to you by MarineMax, the nation’s largest boat retailer.

HEADLINES:

Full boat tours are as entertaining as they are informative. Galeon Yachts recently unveiled its new GTO series with a debut model, the 325 GTO. The first outboard Galeon in the US market is the smallest boat the Polish manufacturer has built, and one of her missions is to bring new customers into the Galeon Family. She has an open concept with convertible seating and a fold-down bulwark "patio" in the cockpit, plus an extra-wide bow seating area. Belowdecks, she can sleep 4. See the full walkthrough video from two very experienced mariners. Check out Captain Steve Larivee on BoatTEST.com's review, and Bob Burke, Brand Manager at Galeon, gives his take.

Next up, get a brand-new take on the Aquila 36 Sport Power Catamaran via BoatTEST.com's comparison between the original build and a model with the Hydro-Glide Foil System. It was developed by Melvin & Morelli, a California firm that engineered the foils used on America's Cup boats. It consists of a foil installed amidships that spans between the two hulls, plus two stabilizing fins at each hull's trailing edge in the tunnel. See the full review here.

GUEST:

Boatyard is an on-demand boat services marketplace that connects boat owners with marinas, dealers, services, and more. It also supports the business side and connects marinas and dealers to their customers, creating a seamless communication channel so everyone can spend more time on the water! 

Nathan Heber, Founder of Boatyard, gives a complete overview of why this new technology is perfect for marine pros and boat owners alike. With a centralized place for everything boaters need to get services at the click of a button 24/7, tune in to hear more about the benefits and ease of use.

If this functionality sounds familiar, you're right! The MarineMax App uses the Boatyard platform to connect with customers and provide everything from fuel and ice orders to annual service and maintenance. 

SOCIAL: 

When you think of an Ice Breaker, what comes to mind? Gum? Awkward group meeting activities? How about Chicago? Boaters gotta boat, and a little ice can't stand in the way. Watch as this different kind of ice breaker takes action.

Next up, a different kind of navy seal. How would you feel if he joined you on your boat? See the video here.

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You can see or hear more episodes of Boating Broadcast and our sister podcast, Boating Tips LIVE, on The MarineMax Blog, accessible on the website or via mobile phone through the MarineMax App. or you can also access more episodes on Amazon, Spotify, Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, or wherever you get your podcast news. We hope you enjoyed today's Boating Broadcast, as always, Stay healthy, boat happy!