Long-form research on boat types, propulsion, pricing, certification, importing and the buying process.
ABG's buyer shortlist of the adventure, all-weather and protected-helm boats currently scheduled for Annapolis — plus a quick Nord Star 36+ buyer-interest poll.
Read show guide →Annapolis 2026 planningCurrent ticket prices, daily hours, City Dock changes and the Saturday Navy football parking complication.
Plan visit →Annapolis 2026 boat listBuyer-focused picks from the live exhibitor list, including Axopar, Targa, Pursuit, Saxdor, Back Cove and more.
See shortlist →Pilothouse focusThe protected-helm and all-weather boats to prioritize at the 2026 show.
Read guide →First-time visitorBest day, what to wear, boarding etiquette and a serious-buyer evaluation checklist.
Read first-timer guide →Adventure boat basicsA practical definition of an adventure boat, including the features that distinguish modern Nordic adventure boats from center consoles, cabin cruisers and pilothouse boats.
Read guide →Boat type explainedWhat a pilothouse boat is, how modern walkaround pilothouse designs work, and when a pilothouse makes sense for family, commuting and all-weather boating.
Read guide →Boat comparisonA detailed comparison of pilothouse and center-console boats for weather protection, fishing, family use, watersports, performance and ownership.
Read guide →Boat comparisonCompare modern pilothouse boats with cabin cruisers for deck movement, overnighting, weather protection, speed, family use and owner operation.
Read guide →Propulsion guideCompare outboard and diesel/inboard adventure boats for maintenance, range, cockpit space, noise, service, shallow-water use and long-distance cruising.
Read guide →Industry guideWhy Finnish brands such as Nord Star, Targa, Sargo, Axopar, Quarken, Saxdor and XO have become influential in modern adventure boating.
Read guide →U.S. ownership guideA U.S. buyer checklist for European boats covering dealer support, import costs, electrical systems, engines, warranty, parts, certification and resale.
Read guide →Safety & certificationA plain-English guide to CE recreational craft design Categories B and C, including the official wind and wave parameters and what buyers should not assume.
Read guide →Cost & ownershipA realistic 2026 guide to adventure-boat pricing, options and total delivered cost for premium 25- to 45-foot Nordic and European boats.
Read guide →Buying guideA step-by-step framework for choosing an adventure boat by mission, size, weather protection, propulsion, layout, support and total ownership cost.
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