The Solara Journal

The Journey North | Reel Salty Bliss

THE SOLARA LIFE

May 2, 2025, was one of those rare days when everything lines up. For Mike and Sarah Dziuk, it was Factory Delivery Day, taking possession of their brand-new Solara S-310 Sport Bridge.

Knots to MPH Calculator

FAQ & ANSWERS

Boaters often encounter two primary units for measuring speed: miles per hour (MPH) and knots. Both are often utilized, but each serves a different purpose depending on how and where you’re navigating.

Unpacking the Innovative Solara Hull Design

Solara has drawn upon decades of experience developing performance hulls aboard sister brands Cutwater and Ranger Tugs, to produce our most advanced hull designs to date.

Beach Camping Off the Beaten Path

THE SOLARA LIFE

If you’ve ever dreamed about spending an extended time on what’s typically considered a “day boat,” this post may get your wheels turning. The S-250 CW and S-250 DC are well equipped for all-day fun, but what about spending a weekend camping?

Our Most Underrated Feature

FAQ & ANSWERS

Every boater who’s lived a life of fun on the water know storage is always a big need. Especially when you’re planning on going out cruising or entertaining guests on board. We’ve heard for years that sport racks are one of the most underrated features on our boats.

S-310 SB The View from Above.

FAQ & ANSWERS

With the launch of the S-310 SB, we’ve had a few people ask: what exactly is an “SB”? It’s a fair question. SB stands for “Sport Bridge”—our way of saying this thing isn’t just about putting around (though it’s great for that too).

Dave Livingston Receives NMMA’s Prestigious Charles Frederic Chapman Award

FACTORY NEWS

We are thrilled to announce that Dave Livingston, co-owner and Head of Design and Product Development at Fluid Motion (Manufacturer of Solara, Cutwater Boats, and Ranger Tugs), has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Charles Frederic Chapman Award by the NMMA.

Next-level Innovation: The Clear-Path Swim Platform

FAQ & ANSWERS

At Solara, we’re constantly finding new ways to enhance your boating experience. As a result of this design principle, the swim-platform on outboard powered boats became an obvious area to improve.