The Solara Journal

The Factory Rendezvous - Disco at the Dock

EVENTS

Thank you to the more than 400 Solara, Ranger Tug, and Cutwater family members who joined us for the 2025 Fluid Motion Rendezvous at Roche Harbor Marina and Resort on San Juan Island.

Tugnuts Photo of the Year Contest

Fluid Motion, the manufacturer of Solara Boats, Ranger Tugs, and Cutwater Boats, hosts a forum-wide monthly photo contest. We love getting to see from everyone’s adventures throughout the year. To celebrate, this year we are starting a new tradition...

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).