There are three groups of people. Realize you are in a parade and don't let it pass you by. General Discussion Between the Panel, Moderator and Audience Most boating magazines don't have the resources or knowledgeable staff to review the products. Some manufacturers will fly you in and put you up at their test sites. There is an ethical danger.
Many magazines are in coastal areas and can test locally.
Mr. Sisson, you mentioned surveying your readers for interest in specific stories. Those who just bought boats are reading for interest or to be entertained. He thinks writers should address them more. Imagine a great big guy doing a car evaluation for a little guy. The writer needs to be subjective, but objective.