NWZ typographic title in bold blue letters
NO WAKE ZONE
A Modus marine audio receiver interface. The screen displays FM 102.7 next to a signal icon. A large control knob on the left features a blue light ring, matching a row of backlit playback and setting buttons along the bottom.

Stay Aware And Connected

The Garmin Signal VHF 400 and VHF 220 all-in-one marine radios are designed to help boaters stay connected and aware of their surroundings. Taking up minimal space at the helm, the radios feature an industry-first 3.5-inch color touchscreen with edge-to-edge glass for a more modern look. The premium VHF 400 offers an integrated Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) transponder, which transmits vessel name, position, course and speed to nearby AIS-equipped vessels. (www.garmin.com)
The Modus Touch

The Modus Marine audio line is designed to handle saltwater exposure, power constraints, and the social nature of boating while delivering high-quality sound reproduction. Reflecting a deep understanding of boating culture and the technical challenges unique to marine environments, Modus marine receivers, amplifiers, and accessories are designed with intent. Modus’ materials are chosen for their acoustic capabilities, future-ready adaptability, and environmental readiness. The company’s marine-focused technologies address critical challenges faced by boaters, including power limitations, egress durability, and multi-zone audio control. (www.modusglobal.com)

A close-up of a Garmin marine radio integrated into a boat's dark grey dashboard. The digital display shows channel 16 for distress and safety, along with GPS coordinates. A physical dial knob sits adjacent to the screen.

Where’s The Paddle?

paddle
Black Mercury Twin outboard motor mounted on the transom of a small boat with a small wooden paddle leaning layered against a wooden piling wrapped in thick rope
A paddle is hiding inside each issue of PDB and the names of the first readers to find it are printed in an upcoming magazine! In our May issue the paddle is on page 25 hidden on the wooden pole (shown in the photo to the right). Here are the readers who spotted it first:

Danny Criner, Amelia, Va.
Dane Walker, Coarsegold, Calif.
Jill Segar, Cambridge, Md.
Marcus Rosehill, Kaneohe, Hawaii
Steve Keller, Fargo, N.D.
Ian MacDonald, Ossipee, N.H.
Ben Bagley, Cary, N.C.
Tobias Reigns, West Chester, Ohio
Kaylee Lewis, Grand Rapids, Mich.
Paul Tobler, Sedona, Ariz.

As soon as you find the paddle, email its location, your name, and hometown to paddle@pdbmagazine.com. Paddle on!

Three fishing rods are stored horizontally under a tan boat bimini top canopy using white Boat Outfitters rod holders. The rods and reels are securely mounted to the overhead frame against a clear blue sky.
Bimini Rod Storage
Keep your fishing rods up and out of the way but still perfectly in reach with the new Bimini Top Rod Holders from Boat Outfitters. The holders quickly snap onto most standard Bimini tubing, and don’t require any hardware or drilling. Bungee retention helps lock up to three rods in place for confident storage while underway, and you can store and retrieve rods easily with one hand for faster transitions and less fumbling. By hanging down less than 6 inches from the mounting bar, walls and floors stay unobstructed. (www.boatoutfitters.com)
The Reel Deal
The Carbon X II is one of Piscifun’s most popular spinning reels for freshwater anglers, combining lightweight performance, smooth operation, and affordability in a versatile platform. This ultra-lightweight spinning reel is designed for freshwater and light inshore fishing. Built with a full carbon fiber body and rotor, the 1000 size weighs only 5.5 ounces, making it ideal for long fishing sessions with reduced fatigue. The reel delivers up to 22-pound max drag and features 10+1 sealed stainless steel bearings for smooth and reliable performance. (www.piscifun.com)
A close-up of a black Piscifun Carbon X II 2000 spinning reel spooled with white fishing line. The reel is positioned just above a calm, rippling water surface, with a single water droplet dripping from its lower edge.
Member Gallery
Festive Celebrations
The Fourth of July is the greatest boating holiday for a reason.
We love seeing the decorations, the outfits, and of course, the smiles.
Four men wearing blonde wigs stand waist-deep in water in front of a pontoon boat. The boat is decorated with a large American flag. One man wears a shirt reading "CORN POP WAS A BAD DUDE," while the others are shirtless.
Photo provided by Brian Hammers
A man wearing glasses, a patriotic captain's hat, and a star-patterned shirt stands next to a woman with pink hair and sunglasses wearing a red, white, and blue patterned dress on a boat.
Photo provided by Bernie Force
Four people sit on a pontoon boat docked near waterfront homes. The boat is heavily decorated with American flags, patriotic pinwheels, and red, white, and blue bunting banners, reflecting in the calm water.

Photo provided by Cameron Joseph

A shirtless man wearing sunglasses relaxes on a Sun Tracker pontoon boat, holding up a beverage can in a red and blue koozie. An American flag flies at the stern over calm blue water.
Photo provided by Grant Mitchell
A woman takes a selfie wearing sunglasses, a green foam Statue of Liberty crown, and holding a plastic torch. In the background, two people sit on a boat on open water.
Photo provided by Lisa Abraham Doucet
Four people sit side-by-side on a boat with water and a distant shoreline behind them. They wear summer clothes and hats, including a shirt with an American flag pattern and a patriotic neck scarf.
Photo provided by Linda N Kingsbury
View from the back of a boat under a canopy looking out at open blue water. An American flag flies from a stern pole over a wide white wake stretching toward a clear blue sky and distant land.
Photo provided by David Baker
A black and white spaniel dog stands on the deck of a pontoon boat, panting with its tongue out. An American flag waves on a metal pole beside the dog against a backdrop of green water and trees.
Photo provided by Kyle Hunt
Two women wearing red, white, and blue sequined top hats pose on a boat with a small brown dog in a patriotic star-patterned outfit. A tree-lined shore and water are visible in the background.
Photo provided by Marcy Kimball
A man and woman stand on a pontoon boat heavily decorated with American flags, patriotic banners, and red, white, and blue bunting. The boat is docked near a dense green forest lining a calm river.
Photo provided by Sonia Barnett Carver
A pontoon boat carrying passengers floats on a lake. The boat features a built-in water slide, red, white, and blue patriotic bunting along the railings, and three large American flags flying from tall stern poles.
Photo provided by Rick Knepper
A black and grey Sylvan pontoon boat with blue trim is parked on a sandy beach where clear turquoise water meets the shore. An American flag flies from the stern near a black Mercury outboard motor under a bright blue sky.
Photo provided by Jeff Blake
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