NEW FEATURES VIDEO. The V44 presents a distinctively different look from the Schaefer yard in Brazil, with a Nordic profile like the recently introduced V33 and outboard power rather than the diesels of their cruising yachts. (Inboard diesels are an option.) Large balconies and convertible lounges welcome partying, and she accommodates four below.
FEATURES VIDEO. The Neptunus 650E is for someone who wants the luxury, accommodations and comfort of a flybridge cruiser with a lower profile. She features a galley-aft design, creating an elegant yet casual open area that bridges the inside and the outside of the yacht. An electric sunshade aft and an electric opening sunroof further add to the ambience. See her at Fort Lauderdale 2024, Slip G725.
TEST & FEATURES VIDEO. The Seawell 345 XL can get offshore fast with twin 300-hp Mercurys, with a WOT speed just under 50 mph. Her 23-degree transom deadrise eases the ride and lots of bow flair keeps her drier than many CCs. Range at a cruise of 33 mph is over 315 SM. She overnights four below.
SWEDISH CHIC. Perhaps it's because the good King Carl Gustaf owns a small Nimbus or because their boats are unadorned by froufrou, their creators being confident in the genteel nature of Swedish culture that prizes quiet elegance. To us, Nimbus yachts have always seemed classy and the W11 is no exception.
PRE-OWNED YACHT. This Galeon 64 is fully loaded with a Seakeeper, a retractable sunroof, fold out balconies, Yacht Controller and a second helm on the flybridge. Three ensuite staterooms are located below. She has a full Raymarine electronics package including radar, satellite TV, bow and stern thrusters and more.
BOATING GEAR. Trim tabs, including those with automatic adjustment, can deliver a smoother, drier ride in planing boats and can improve fuel economy in some installations. Here are some factors to consider.
BOATING BASICS. Here are some tips on the best battery setups for one or two-engine boats, for those with trolling motors or those with a lot of electronics and other “house” loads, from Aaron Hilligoss of Born Again Boating.
SUPERYACHTS. This 446.2’ (136-m) six-deck yacht towers 105’ (32 m) above the waterline – as tall as three London buses balanced end on end! She has 11 cabins for 36 guests, a 12-m swimming pool and two helipads. The massive spa has heated limestone floors and the first cryo-sauna ever installed on a yacht.
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