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CL Yachts' First Catamaran - CLC115

Elegance Meets Eco-Conscious Design

CL Yachts CLC115

THE ALL-NEW CLC115 reimagines the tri-deck catamaran with a versatile and light-filled interior that invites both luxury and adventure. Virtually every corner of this large vessel is crafted for effortless enjoyment, featuring an innovative beach club, a delightful spa pool up in the Fore Lounge, and multiple indoor and outdoor entertainment zones to unwind in style. With flexible layouts offering 5 or 6 staterooms, plus the option of a hybrid propulsion system, CLC115 delivers a new kind of sanctuary at sea, bringing refined comfort and conscious design into perfect balance.

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Boston Whaler's Dauntless Family

Fishing Boat Or Dayboat? 

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NOT JUST FISHING Some boats make owners choose between fishing space or family amenities. Boston Whaler's Dauntless series takes a broader approach with center consoles designed around how many families use their boats: convertible lounges, generous seating, and easy water access, all on Whaler's unsinkable hulls in 22, 25, and 28 feet. (Pssst -- 65% of center consoles are used only for family outings.)

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Jasper Marine Defender 22

Built Longer Than Labeled

Jasper Defender 22

MORE THAN 22 Jasper calls her a 22, but the waterline stretches to 24'6", giving her the footprint of a larger boat. A sharp entry, enclosed wheelhouse, suspension seating, and substantial aluminum construction reflect a boat designed for the conditions that Pacific Northwest (or Atlantic Northeast) operators face every day.

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Pre-Owned Yacht Spotlight: Party of Five

2019 Viking 80 Skybridge

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FIVE STATEROOMS This San Diego-based Viking 80 Skybridge was equipped by a four-time Viking owner with an eye toward long-range fishing and life aboard. Five staterooms, extensive custom storage, twin 2,635-hp MTUs, redundant onboard systems, and a comprehensive electronics package support everything from tournament weekends to extended cruising.

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Know the Blue Book

Why The Numbers Differ

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BLUE BOOKS Many buyers assume boat values come from a single trusted source. In reality, several pricing guides are used across the industry, and the spread between them can be surprisingly large. Virtually all the books' values have a thumb on the scale for the trade. Classified ads in your area will likely be more accurate. Caveat Emptor.

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First Ultima 88 Revealed

Full-Beam Master, Private Sauna

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OCEAN LOUNGE Sunreef's Ultima 88 puts 387 square metres of living space on a 26.8-metre catamaran hull with a 9.3-metre beam. The first unit, Wasabi, went to powerboat racing champion Tim Ciasulli. One layout option gives the full beam to the master suite and adds a private sauna.

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