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Four years ago we ran a feature on 15-16m sedans and the list we compiled then covered eleven models from six countries. We also published a listing of all available production sedans at the time, with 21 brands offering 88 models from 9.6m through to 26.5m. Today the range of production sedan models available in New Zealand and Australia stands at around 130 from 29 brands. It is only fair that we should also add a couple of very active custom designs, the Elite Marine sedan series and the Scott Robson design sedan monohulls built by ICON Custom Boats. Both have seen a number of boats built in recent years and represent an important part of the sedan market. This is not the sort of boat that suits everyone, but as the numbers show, it is growing fast and while the USA started the trend, many other countries have followed. Today Australia, the UK and France, especially Italy offers a vast number of models. A sport sedan differs from a traditional flybridge cruiser, be it open or enclosed, as it only has one main helm station, which is situated forward of the saloon. Opposite is usually the large U shape dinette, although sometimes you might find the galley here. Otherwise, the galley is aft in the smaller boats and when you are looking over 20m, it is often down below and forward. There is a big emphasis placed on one level living with an open flow from saloon to the cockpit. The trend today is for full glass sliding doors with hopper windows and an uninterrupted mix of interior and exterior. Here it’s usual to find transom loungers and barbeques, al-fresco dining and big wide boarding platforms. With

ONE OF THE FASTEST GROWING DESIGNS IN RECENT YEARS HAS BEEN THE SEDAN CRUISERS. THEY COME IN A VARIETY OF SIZES FROM 10M THROUGH TO OVER 30M AND ALL SHARE THE COMMON TRAIT OF HAVING NO FLYBRIDGE.

no upper level, the cockpit isn’t intruded with a ladder or staircase, so there is more space for fridges and freezers or extra seating. What are now becoming very popular are big sliding sunroofs that open the saloon, yet can be shut off when the weather isn’t conducive to open living. Accommodation is very much as you would find in a flybridge cruiser with two or three cabins forward, with one or two bathrooms or en suites. In the larger sport sedans, they are now offering full-width master staterooms, thanks in some way to the advent of pod drives. Pod drives allow for a lot more space below and let designers extend the accommodation areas well beyond what was normally possible with conventional shaft driven boats. As for power, sport sedans are seen as being go fast machines and speeds in excess of 30 knots are almost the norm. We thought we should have a brief look at some of the more popular sport sedans around in a variety of sizes. If you like the look of a particular model, but it’s not quite the size you want, then check out the Buyers Guide in the article to see what other models the builders offer in their sedan range. Each has its particular style and traits, but essentially they all offer much the same layout, albeit in different variants. We look at boats built in Taiwan, UK, Italy, USA, France, Croatia, Australia and New Zealand. All are finished to a very high standard for this very dedicated niche market. No flybridges, no sport fishermen, just seriously cool sport cruisers.

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what proved to be a fairly typical January 2016 day: some sun, quite a lot of cloud and no shortage of blustery winds. On its berth in the new Tairua Marina the as yet unnamed Grady-White Express 330 certainly stands out. That distinctive cream coloured hull, the unmistakeable Carolina sheer, the manly projection of robustness, all instantly proclaim that this is a vessel that demands to be taken seriously. It is an impression that is further enhanced on board. It is immediately obvious that everything here is well built. There is no

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>> DESIGN FOCUS IGUANA 29

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A NEW DESIGN patented throughout the world; the iguana mobility system utilises the landing gear mounted with rubber tracks perfect to climb anywhere even with heavy loads. A unique feature is a way they can fold on the sides of the boat to nearly disappear except for the rubber bands that are kept out to be used as fenders. iguana Yachts manufactures the iguana 29 in three lines; Exclusive, Classic and Adventure. From the top yacht finish of the metallic paint to the modern interior, the first impression is refinement and balance. The bar is embedded in the center of the table, the fine crystal glasses from the prestigious saintLouis French cristallerie ingeniously slide in a wood box padded with leather allowing to store and remove safely. Clean, sculptural form and perfectly executed details combine to create a boat with presence, captivating visual tension and timeless beauty. A sporting boat, honed by the best of iguana Yachts design expertise is matched by comfort. The finest materials are used to create an environment of exquisite finesse, all built 6 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MARCH / APRIL 2016

by expert craftsmen, with multiple choice of unique colours and finish combinations. Robust and efficient, built like a “4x4“, for rugged capability and iconic design, the iguana will drive you in the most remote areas for fishing, snorkeling, surfing, bike hiking or just for the pleasure of discovery. The interior is designed throughout for comfort combined with practicality. The extended load space and the optional roll bar provides all the layouts to fit a surfboard, wake boards and even bicycles. The iguana Mobility system (iMs) of the iguana 29 is light, extremely robust and powerful. The heart is a 2 litre, four cylinders electronic injection engine, coupled to 3 electronic hydraulic pumps, wired controlled by the ecu, with the primary computer located at the console. On the sea, the boat is powered by a 300 hp outboard. The iguana 29 can reach 35 knots on the water and with its very strong torque can climb and ride even on soft sands at 4.5 miles per hour. With the 300-liter fuel tank, the range at cruising speed is about 100 nautical miles and on land about 25 hours.

The pumps flow the 50 litres of green and recyclable, natural oil to 4 jacks to deploy the landing gear and to 2 strong hydraulic engines (one on each side) to drive the tracks. The iguana 29 can climb 12° / 21,4% is the maximum strait gradient, this is, for example, the slope needed to load on a flatbed trailer or recovery truck. On variable slopes, the capacity is huge. The aluminium frame of the landing gear is treated with epoxy paint to assure the ability to withstand the saline environment. The wheels are mounted on carbon fibre blade suspension by pairs. The sprockets are made out of stainless steel and are ingeniously welded to let sand and pebbles pass through without obstructing the passage of the rubber track. The rubber tracks are custom made for iguana Yachts, with the mounting frame bounded to the carbon fibre hull by four stainless steel mounting plates and bolts, each one can take loads over 8 tons. iguana Yachts is located in Caen (Normandy, France) with the production in a new and modern facility. www.iguana-yachts.com

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>> EDITOR’S NOTE BARRY THOMPSON

SEDAN BOATS RULE!

PUBLISHER D&B Publishing Ltd Trading as BoatMags.com EDITORIAL Barry Thompson, Editor DDI: +64 (0)9 428 2086 Mob: +64 (0)21 777 355 email: barry@boatmags.com

A MATE OF MINE once said to me that a launch/cruiser without a flybridge was like a car without wheels. How could you have one without the other? Now I have never owned a boat over 10m and have no plans to do so, but if given the opportunity to step up from my humble tinnie, I would most certainly go for a sedan style cruiser. Boats produced through the 1970s-80s were almost always open flybridge, with a vertical ladder from the cockpit and a soft bimini with clears surrounding the open bridge. In some cases, this was the only helm station, but mostly you also got another wheel in the saloon. Overtime the idea of enclosing the flybridge became popular and now the majority of Kiwi or OZ production or custom flybridge boats are fully enclosed. Riviera only has three open flybridge boats in their 15 boat range and Maritimo have none. Belize and Whitehaven both offer a single model they both refer to as their Sunbridge models. Melbourne based Caribbean is the only large production boat builder that still offers a wide range of open flybridge models. Generally, you need to look at European, English and some US brands if you want to keep the open air feeling and in my opinion, that’s been detrimental to their sales in this part of the world. The next thing to go was the vertical ladder. Kiwi builders got onto this early and designed in staircases that, despite concerns, didn’t take up much space and straightaway made the access between upstairs and downstairs so much easier. This was a particular plus for the more elderly boaties and with suspect joints! With the enclosed flybridge, the need for a lower helm was also gone and we started to see a lot of production and custom boats being built with no downstairs station at all. A trend that is very prevalent today. But while the enclosed hardtop found universal appeal, there were still those that

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hankered for a downstairs helm and didn’t want the big spacious and high flybridge. In some cases, clearance heights under bridges were an issue, so along came the sedan. With no flybridge, the whole dynamics of the boat changed. While the forward accommodation areas could be left much as they were, the saloon layouts certainly couldn’t. In this one area, designers now had to offer maximum living space, a galley, dinette and a helm. The added advantage was now with nothing above but a flat roof, they could add in sliding sunroofs and give the saloon a whole new feeling of openness. Galley’s went aft and hopper windows and sliding glass doors opened up the inside and outside spaces into one. That’s what really appeals to me about sedan boats. Apart from the accommodation areas, they are essentially on one basic level, so the space you have lost upstairs doesn’t seem so important. On page 66 of this issue, we have a Buyers Guide to Monohull Sedan Cruisers, and there are plenty. Almost every major brand offers them in their lineup, from around 10m to over 40m. If you are like me and love the sedan style, then check out the article, you be surprised just what’s available.

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AS WE SEE OUT the last of the summer months – I reminisce what a fabulous boating season we have just enjoyed, the weather was generally good, albeit a little windy here and there at times. We are indeed blessed to have the beautiful waterways about us, where else in the world can you snorkel or dive for scallops and crayfish, have a fish and bring something back 90% of the time, then take the kids out for a picnic and wakeboard, all within just kilometers from your home. We should be very grateful and treasure our waterways – believe me, millions around the world are very envious. Even though their waterways are not quite like ours, in the USA, it seems marine business is well on its road to recovery, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has issued a year-end statement saying that new powerboat unit sales will be up as much as 8% by the end of this year. The US trade association forecasts growth next year of 6% to 8%, all positive stuff. It seems the local market here has had a great summer, with more ‘bods’ out on the water there hopefully will be a flow effect for the industry into our Autumn. Talking to most of the major trailer boat builders in the country and the speak is all the same…busy, busy, busy. Some have said they came back after the Xmas break to record orders and the on-going business looks even better. This seems to be the same for both the alloy and fiberglass boat builders and the trend is certainly to the bigger boats. And, while we don’t really have a production boat building industry in NZ over 10m, the custom designers and builders are also recording plenty of work. Designers such as Bill Upfold, Roger Hill and Scott Robson are busy with contracts and proposals, more it seems than 12 months ago. Long may it last! Off the water, the team at D&B Publishing, have been continuing to develop our website, adding even more content, from our 20year accumulation of features, buyer’s guides and boat reviews. This will be a great resource for our readers, subscribers and the industry. Keep an eye out for further developments on the web including the addition of an online shop. Sitting here today in 27 deg, I am looking out across the mirrorsmooth waters of the Hauraki Gulf and it looks like we still have plenty of great days on the water to come before winter is upon us. Wishing you all a continued warm and pleasant autumn boating season. Doug Dukeson Publisher

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>> GUEST COMMENT DAVID LARSON

David Larson, Managing Director of Rayglass Boats Ltd

QUALITY AND WORKMANSHIP OF THE HIGHEST LEVEL After attending some of the biggest boat shows in the world over the past few years, it has become clear that, as a relatively small industry, we New Zealand boat manufacturers can all be incredibly proud of the quality and workmanship of the product we are delivering. Last year was a very exciting one for us. We won the Excellence in Exporting Award at the Westpac Business South Awards, were a finalist in the inaugural Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement at METSTRADE (the world’s annual international marine trade expo) in Amsterdam and won another three awards, including the coveted Overall Winner, at the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show’s prestigious Boat of the Show Awards. Although the GFC was a tough time for the industry as a whole, our close relationships with our clients and our strong reputation for quality and service stood us in very good stead. We continued to sell good numbers of boats throughout those tough years and also wisely used the quieter times to ramp up our R&D and plan our new models. Rayglass has always been committed to a comprehensive R&D Programme that looks well into the future and that programme has driven a lot of the very strong growth we have enjoyed over recent years. We have enjoyed triple digit growth in net profit in each of the last three years and are now employing 20 per cent more staff. However, staying ahead is always challenging. We have seen a noticeable shift in buyer behaviour and customer expectation both pre- and post-sale. Our clients’ expectation of engines, technology, quality and affordability is at least as high, 12 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MARCH / APRIL 2016

and often higher, than it has ever been. Exports are also an important part of Rayglass’s success. Around 40% of the company’s earnings come from export sales, although this comes with its own set of challenges. For example, northern hemisphere markets require a totally different product than those in southern hemisphere. While big centre console outboard-powered boats sell well on the East Coast of the U.S and in Europe, here in the southern hemisphere, diesel stern drive sports fishing boats are far more popular. Although this puts immense pressure on our tooling programme, it is pressure that we welcome; catering to both markets helps keep our production flowing and means we can take advantage of both the northern summer and our southern winter. Over the past few years, our flagship, the Rayglass Legend 2800, has been our most popular model. However, significant numbers of our customers have been asking us for something even bigger and so, after being out of the launch market for the best part of a decade, we coming back in! At the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show in Auckland this May we are very excited to be releasing our new Rayglass Legend 3500. The 3500 is a very sophisticated and modern take on the much-loved traditional Kiwi sedan cruiser. It will be easy to handle, able to be dry-stacked or moored and will be suitable for family cruising, fishing and over-nighting. And, as you would expect from Rayglass, it will be the best 11-metre sports boat the industry has ever seen.

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AMERICAN BEAUTY THE LUXURY PERFORMANCE Monterey range of boats has been reintroduced into New Zealand by Monterey Boats NZ in Auckland. The range is extensive, with six model series, from 6m open runabout through to an 11.89m hardtop cruiser. Built in the US, the grp production boats are finished to the highest quality and comes with a lifetime limited warranty on the hull and deck, transferable for up to 10 years. No one else can offer protection this strong! There are two models in the Blackfin range, the 197BF and the 217BF. Honouring the long history the name Blackfin has in the sport fishing world, the 217 Blackfin is available with an optional fishing package

which includes a GPS fish finder, livewell with LED light, bow filler fishing platform, and stainless steel rod holders. The 217BF is ideal for wakeboarding, skiing, swimming diving and fishing and can be customised with a sleek black powder coated wakeboard tower. Standard features include a swim platform with a telescoping recessed ladder and optional stainless steel ski-tow pylon. Monterey’s 217 Blackfin offers versatile, hybrid function from fishing to water sports to cruising. The interior’s abundance of fiberglass surfaces means quick and easy cleanup. The 217 Blackfin sports gunwale rod holders and plenty of stowage. An aft

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seat is hinged, concealing massive stowage within. A cooler stows under another seat, with access to the battery switch and stereo amp. The 217 boasts a deep-seating configuration. This makes for a spray-free ride and keeps families feeling safe in the big water. There are dual boarding ladders, and the unique “wraparound” swim platform is a really neat feature. Pinnacle Marine, Ph +09 377 6002 info@pinnaclemarine.co.nz www.montereyboats.com

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CONSERVATIVE YET STYLISH THE COMMISSION FOR THIS DESIGN started with an enquiry for a power cat similar to the high speed foiling 17.7m design ‘Voodoo’ and as the brief progressed it became clear that a more conservative semi displacement hull form was more suitable for the type of boating and performance the clients were looking for but the up to date styling, the look above the waterline, still needed to be doing 35 knots! Live aboard ability was critical so the boat is very self-contained and capable of extended cruising in remote areas, fuel capacity, water making ability, power generation, food storage, laundry, etc. are well looked after.

The cockpit, galley, saloon is a seamless space with no step over cills, the bulkhead opening to the cockpit is very large with the doors and windows sliding away and the large dining space is easily served from the galley or the BBQ on the aft platform. The owner’s cabin forward takes the full width of the hull with a very large ensuite bathroom. The prime guest cabin also has it’s own ensuite and the other two secondary guest cabins share a large midship bathroom. ‘Bajaca’ does not have a conventional flybridge but does have a sunbathing area on the cabin top where the tender is

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stored with a davit crane and a surfboard/ paddleboard rack. This cabin top area is also fitted with large sliding hatches to maximize ventilation and light into the fwd area of the saloon. Julian Griffiths and his team at Noosa Marine have made an excellent job of building the boat to a very high standard of finish and detail. Look for a full review in a forthcoming issue of PPB magazine. Roger Hill Yacht Design Ltd, Ph +64 9 570 6464, rjhill@ihug.co.nz www.powercatsnz.com

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SALES SUCCESS CONTINUES Some recent sales have propelled luxury motor yacht brand, Whitehaven Motor Yachts, to become a leading bespoke boat builder within the Australian market. The brand’s unique, customisable luxury vessel offering has led to a spike in recent boat sales in Darwin, Sydney and Melbourne. Australian owned and designed, Whitehaven Motor Yachts offers its customers choices that are only limited by space and one’s imagination. Co-owners of Whitehaven Motor Yachts, Keith Hanson and Bruce Scott feel the brand’s success has been largely down to its custom-made, master-crafted proposition. “Our understanding of the Australian boating culture heavily influenced the design of the entire range of Whitehaven Motor Yachts,” explains Keith. “We consider boats as homes and we want them to be versatile, to be used for entertaining, family holidays, relaxing at

anchor or clocking up sea miles with longrange, offshore cruising.” The most recent sale is a newly commissioned build of a 6000 Flybridge to Sydney Harbour based owners. This sale comes alongside confirmation of a 6000 Flybridge making its way to new Melbourne owners, thanks to the efforts of Victorian Whitehaven Motor Yachts Dealer, Terry Ryan from Pier 35 Boat Sales. The brand’s growth and momentum kicked off at last year’s Sydney International Boat Show with the sale of a custom build 750 Sports Yacht to Darwin couple Ray and Denise David. Meticulously designed and built for Australian conditions and available in lengths from 60 to 95 feet, the Whitehaven range combines exceptional offshore blue water capability with impeccable build quality which utilises stylish European leathers and fabrics and personal levels of customisation to deliver a

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truly bespoke product at comparable pricing to leading production brands. The brand’s luxury vessel offering has been welcomed by the Australian market and has led to the demand for an increased number of sales representatives nationwide. Rapid growth and momentum have most recently spurred on the appointment of one of the Gold Coast’s finest luxury boat brokers, Andy Taylor and his team at AMT Marine. (+61 (0)7 5532 1049 or email andy@amtmarine.com.au.) With the Gold Coast being the spiritual home of Whitehaven Motor Yachts, co-owners, Keith Hanson and Bruce Scott are thrilled to have a bright, new and enthusiastic team representing the brand on home turf. www.whitehavenyachts.com

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The biggest Expo ever announces its biggest-ever boating prize, worth over $40,000. One lucky visitor to the biggest-ever Gold Coast International Marine Expo will this year win the event’s biggest-ever boating prize – a brilliant bowrider boating package worth well over $40,000. The awesome prize combination includes a 2016 Quintrex 490 Cruiseabout and a full range of accessories including safety pack, aluminium trailer and all applicable registrations. “Every ticket purchased through the www.gcmarineexpo. com.au website will be in the draw to win this fantastic family prize, supplied courtesy of one of our generous Expo exhibitors, Surf Coast Marine,” said Expo’s Event & Marketing Manager, Emma Brown. “There’s never been a better time to go online and purchase your tickets for ‘the boat show with so much more’ at Coomera from 19-22 May.” The Expo online ticket prize includes the 2016 Quintrex 490 Cruiseabout with a sporty, coloured hull, boat registration, a powerful Evinrude 75hp outboard engine, a bimini for respite from the elements, a Lowrance fish-finder to help you track your prized catch, a comprehensive safety pack, a tough aluminium trailer and also full trailer registration. Gold Coast Boat & Jetski Licensing has also offered combined training and testing for the lucky winner to attain their full boat and PWC licence. The growing Gold Coast International Marine Expo – now in its 6th year – is gearing up for its biggest Expo ever from 1922 May 2016 after being named Australia’s Best Exhibition at the 2015 Australian Event Awards. There will also be interactive activities, demonstrations and live attractions every 15 minutes across the giant 3km Expo display circuit. Mrs Brown said Expo is the boat show for ‘real boaties’ and visitors will need more than one day to appreciate fully everything there is to see and do throughout its four fun-filled days from 19-22 May.

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OUTER REEF YACHTS EXPANDS DOWN UNDER Outer Reef Yachts has expanded its international dealer network through an exclusive representation agreement with eyachts in Australia and New Zealand. eyachts, the powerboat division of the Windcraft Group, is a 17-year-old, full-service boat dealer and brokerage business that operates sales centres in northern Sydney and Westhaven, Auckland in New Zealand. In a statement, Outer Reef says: “The

new agreement with Outer Reef Yachts, as well as securing production slots for a number of Outer Reef Trident series, is part of Outer Reef’s continued expansion strategy in the Australian region”. eyachts markets the Sealine, Axopar Fjord, Davinic and Leonardo brands. Windcraft Group is the dealer for Dehler, Hanse, Moody, Solaris and Brenta. It also operates the Exclusive Yacht Syndicate. www.eyachts.com.au

ITALIANS COME OUT ON TOP OF GLOBAL ORDER BOOK

Show Boats International has recently published its Global Order Book for 2016 recording the market for yacht builds of over 24m (78.7ft). What has emerged is that the Italians are holding a strong position at the top of the chart with 286 new build projects for 2016, while expedition yacht orders have increased 17% from last year. The market for yachts of over 100m remains strong with 21 in build and four delivered in 2015. ShowBoats also noted that many projects that were reported as being ‘on hold’ for several years have now become active again and the refit sector continues to grow in health. Ranked in first place in the order of build length, Azimut-Benetti has 63 new build projects for 2016 to 2,580m, in second place

Sanlorenzo has 54 to 1,891m and Ferretti Group, in third place, has 56 to 1,781m. The surprise mover at the top of the chart was Alexander Marine, going from 14th position in 2015 to 4th place in 2016 with 1,089m. Alexander Marine, the US importer of the Ocean Alexander brand, reported at the beginning of 2015 that it had ended 2014 with strong sales holding a respectable position in the US domestic market, which has suffered due to the dollar’s strength against the euro. ShowBoats International found that there were 755 yachts of 24m or over on order – a number made up of 18 sport fishers, 40 open boats, 55 expedition yachts, 84 sailing yachts and 558 motor yachts. This indicates the clearly diminishing appeal of the sailing yacht

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representing 11% down from an average of around 20% in previous years. The build of sailing yachts has been concentrated on several players who dominate the sector – Oyster, Southern Wind, Vitters and Royal Huisman. The Italians dominate the market over 24m, with a strong order book of builds between 24 to 30m. The Netherlands remains in second place with 68 new build projects for 2016. In third place is Turkey with 71, and fourth place Taiwan, with 74. Overall 2015 had not been as strong as expected, blamed somewhat on the Russian market – impacted negatively by economic sanctions, a drop in oil prices and political unrest.

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BENETTI SUPERYACHT SOLD BY KIWI BROKER The 28.5m motor yacht Liberty Call, has been sold with Grant Saunders, Azimut distributor in New Zealand, representing the buyer. Built in GRP by Italian yard Benetti to a design by Stefano Righini, Liberty Call was delivered in Spring 2015 as a Delfino 93 model and is RINA classed. MCA compliant. Due to its 7.03m beam ensuring total comfort below deck, Liberty Call is noted for the intelligence of its design, technology and spacious, comfortable interiors that are typically found only in much larger vessels. The exterior lines by Stefano Righini employ large, uninterrupted expanses of glass to allow the owner and guests to take in spectacular ocean views both in the public rooms and in the master suite. The huge sundeck has an al fresco dining area fitted with a barbecue, fridge and ice maker while an electric sunroof provides shade when required. Twin MTU V8 2000 engines give her a range of 1,670 nautical miles at her cruising speed of 10 knots and she is fitted with zero speed stabilisers. www.azimutyachts.co.nz

GRAND BANKS BUSY AGAIN Grand Banks Yachts had sales of S$25.43m for the second half of its fiscal year, an increase of 32.5% compared to the same period a year ago. It reported net income of S$1.6m (US$1.14m) compared to a net loss of S$1.2m (US$858,000) a year ago. The company said in a statement that its stronger financial performance was due to the successful integration of operations of the acquisition of Palm Beach Motor Yacht Co. in 2014. The company has also adopted a factory-direct sales model which, combined with a stronger US dollar, helped lift its gross profit. Grand Banks’ CEO Mark Richards says the group is well has been restructuring its Malaysian operations as well as integrating Grand Banks and Palm Beach’s manufacturing techniques. “Our new factory-direct sales model has been an excellent move, giving us total control over our sales performance and products,” said Richards in the statement. www.grandbanks.com

FC RELEASE NEW CENTRE CONSOLE FC Boats has announced the release of its latest model the FC560CC, which will be officially released at the Hutchwilco Boat Show in May. FC Boats brand developer Ross Christensen says “There was always a large gap between our 500/535 and our much larger FC 600 both in size and price point. The new FC 560cc fills that gap. We have been testing the boat that has proven to be amazing. We have fished and dived up to 7 people at once and everyone comments on how great the boat goes and how much usable space it has. Christensen says “We have worked hard on trying to bring all the important features that boatie’s want in a mid-sized package at a competitive price while exceeding the benchmark for handling, ride, stability and safety. I think we have hit all those targets and

the 560cc should become one of our most popular boats” The 560cc fits well between the other two models as it suits a lot of fiso/divers that want a great day- boat with lots of usable room, is easily towed and can be powered by a 90115hp outboard. With the FC Ballast /Flooding Chamber the 560 has the ability to increase its weight/mass equivalent to a much larger craft giving it

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increased stability and a much smoother ride. Like all the FC range the 560cc comes with the FC passive live bait tank, extended gunnels for a dryer ride and positive buoyancy in both the underfloor section and the gunnels. FC Boats LTD are owned and manufactured in NZ and in the last 4 years they have sold over 600 boats through the two Fish City retail outlets - Hamilton and Albany. For more www.fcboats.co.nz

217 Blackfin Honoring the long history the name Blackfin has in the sport fishing world, the 217 Blackfin is available with an optional fishing package which includes a GPS fish finder, livewell with LED light, bow filler fishing platform, and stainless steel rod holders. Our new 217BF is ideal for wakeboarding, skiing, swimming diving and fishing and can be customized with a sleek black powder coated wakeboard tower. Standard features include a swim platform with a telescoping recessed ladder, and optional stainless steel ski-tow pylon.

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Gisborne based White Pointer Boats recently delivered their latest 1050, but the first with a custom built game tower complete with helm station. This new release is the most dedicated fishing design the company have done. There is a cleverly designed integral transom door that folds down close to the water line that enables easy access for a big fish onto a wet deck self-draining floor. This design features a flush deck with the engine mounted underfloor providing a vast uncluttered fishing cockpit with plenty of storage. The interior consists of a forward cabin with two level bunks, head with full height

shower, handbasin and electric toilet. The saloon has a functional layout including a galley, double bench seating with a folding backrest for the forward seat, timber table, plenty of storage and an electric rear window. Beautifully detailed with a painted finish, teak decking and leather upholstery. The 10.5m x 3.1m White Pointer 1050 carries 1000 litres of fuel and is powered by a Volvo Penta D6-400 sterndrive. Many power options are available on this model; single, twins, triples, jets, shafts, diesel or petrol. Being custom builders, White Pointer can accommodate most requests. www.whitepointerboats.co.nz

MINN KOTA DRIFT SOCK Minn Kota has released a great new accessory, the Drift Sock. It is a great addon product for Minn Kota motor and/or Talon Shallow Water Anchor owners. A device similar to the off-shore sea anchor or drogue, the Drift Sock is a helpful tool to use when shallow water fishing. As the wind pushes you, you can start to go quite quickly, particularly in a light aluminium boat. What the Drift Sock allows you to do, is to slow that drift

down. So that you can position yourself with the Minn Kota, tied off mid-ship you can have the Drift Sock out and that’s slowing you down allowing you to make more casts at those little pockets of weed, and areas like that where you’ll find the fish. Featuring 210 denier ripstop nylon and heavy duty strips, the Minn Kota Drift Sock is a great accessory for your Minn Kota motor and/or Talon owner. SRP $72.90. www.bla.co.nz

JOHNSON HEAVY DUTY SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS SPX’s Johnson Pump Marine brand submersible pumps can handle most of the bilge pump applications. Heavy-duty motors with stainless steel (SS2343) shaft and tough thermoplastic bodies provide for a long pump life. With an automatic switch installed, the pump automatically starts when there is water in the bilge and shuts off when it is dry.

The use of an accumulator tank is recommended to ensure effective and reliable system function. With an accumulator tank incorporated in the system, the intervals between cut-in and cut-out will be longer when only small amounts of water are drawn off. Less wear and tear on the pump with fewer starts and stops. The Cartridge pumps (L450-L750 Series) incorporate some of the most advanced features in the industry. For L450, L550 and L650, Johnson have improved the design with easy-to-install DuraPort discharge ports to eliminate stress cracking caused by over-tightened hose clamps. Where applicable the pumps are delivered including both a straight and a 90° smooth elbow Dura-Port as well as a removable check valve. www.bla.co.nz

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BOAT BUILDING BUSINESS BOOMING IN THE BAY Dickey Boats are enjoying ongoing success and growth of all three lines of business – trailer boats, launches and the newly released LRC 58. The interest Dickey Boats has experienced lately from all corners of the globe and across all their product lines has also meant they are doubling the size of their premises and are on a significant recruitment drive to find a senior boat builder, a fit out technician working across all ranges, and a CAD draughtsperson to work in design.

These opportunities are expected to attract new interest to the sunny Hawkes Bay as marine industry workers look for interesting customised work with variety and attention to detail. Dickey Boats passion for building quality, customised vessels, has also led them to consider how they can take customer service to the next level with a dedicated role. In addition to the core boat building roles, they are also looking for a new Service Manager. www.dickeyboats.co.nz

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SHARK EXHIBITION AT HUTCHWILCO NZ BOAT SHOW A dramatic new shark display at this May’s Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show (May 12-15) is sure to shock, surprise and astound those attending. Star of the exciting new display is Kiwi Riley Elliott, better know as The Shark Man. A surfer, spear-fisherman, free-diver and scuba diver, Riley constantly experiences close — often very close — encounters with man’s scariest predators: sharks! Just back from swimming alongside giant Tiger Sharks in the Bahamas, Riley also regularly gets in the water with Great Whites, Makos and other large sharks. A Masters

scholar, currently working towards his Ph.D., the 29-year-old Riley is in demand all over the world. A published author who has also completed a 10-part TV series and appeared in countless TV and radio interviews, Riley is set to share his huge fund of exciting stories at this year’s Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show at the ASB Showgrounds in Greenlane, Auckland in May. Visitors to the show will also be able to see an amazing close-up video and still images of these amazing apex predators, stand in a real Great White’s jaws and go in the draw for an incredible shark diving experience.

HCB BATTERY-GUARD SMARTPHONE MONITOR With the HCB Battery-Guard and free Apple or Android App, you can now check your vehicles battery’s state of charge quickly and easily and hopefully avoid flat batteries and low voltage issues. Only batteries in a constant, positive state of charge will deliver full capacity and reliable operation and prevent possible early damage or premature failure. After a swift installation of the Battery-Guard Bluetooth transmitter to the battery, and downloading of the Android or Apple app, the real time voltage value can be retrieved. The

transmitter is suitable for 6V, 12V or 24V batteries. Bluetooth range is approximately 6 m. Powering up the App on your Smartphone opens a tachometer like display indicating various states of charge and a numerical voltage value. Battery-Guard provides brilliantly simple and effective monitoring for your boat, 4WD, car, truck, bike or any vehicle. By using the App, the voltage of up to 5 batteries can be monitored, with a Battery-Guard transmitter is required for each battery. www.hcb.co.nz

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Also up for grabs at New Zealand’s favourite boat show will be a spectacular, “goodiepacked” Surtees/Yamaha Grand Prize Package worth more than $100,000! Consisting of a new Surtees 610 Game Fisher powered by a Yamaha F150B four-stroke outboard, the Grand Prize Package comes complete with a whole boat-load of practical extras and will be won by one lucky visitor to this year’s show. Tickets to the 2016 Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show are now on sale at www.boatshow. co.nz. Those who buy their tickets online also go into the draw to win a Viking Kayaks “ultimate fishing package” worth over $6000.

MAKAIRA BOATS LAUNCH LATEST KING BANK 940 Makaira Boats has launched it’s latest King Bank 940, a purpose built trailerable sport fishing boat. The King Bank 940 has longrange capacity for serious offshore fishing and carries a massive 850L of fuel giving a fishing range of over 1000 nm. The boat sleeps 6 in large berths without using the saloon. With a cruising speed of 30 knots and top speed of 37.5 knots, you can cover large distances in comfort with excellent

economy. It has a proper cockpit helm station allowing you to fish light crew or even solo with steering and throttle controls from the cockpit. Speced with four tuna tubes and an 180 litre live well tank you will never be caught without live baits. While the 940 is a sport fishing machine at heart, it is also a great platform for family adventures with all the creature comforts of home. Makaira Boats can tailor your boat’s finish to

suit your needs from bare alloy or vinyl wrap to full faired high gloss paint with a quality of finish that you would expect on a super yacht. All their boats are built to survey standard with self-draining decks. Makaira Boats, Ph: +64 21 121 8889 allan@makairaboats.co.nz www.makairaboats.co.nz

Dean Savage skipper for the "Pete & Pio" show (Choice TV 2016) has chosen the Aqualite 775WHT. We have chosen the Aqualite 775WHT for its excellent sea riding qualities, massive cockpit area for filming and spacious cabin. The Aqualite Hull is the best on the market, soft riding and offers a very dry ride.

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lifestyle, and compliments our aim to make it easier for more people to live on the water in comfort and explore this incredible island we live on.” The Overblue Yachts line-up is built more like a cruising catamaran, using high-quality fibreglass resin infused construction, plus modern interior finishes. www.multihullcentral.com.au

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Multihull Central, an Australian multihull brokerage firm, has signed up as the exclusive Australian and New Zealand distributors of Overblue Yachts, the builder of a high-end range of houseboats/power catamarans. Commenting on the partnership, Multihull Central’s Managing Director, Brent Vaughan, says: “The Overblue range is tapping into the modern

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MONTEREY BACK IN NZ The luxury performance Monterey range of boats has been reintroduced into New Zealand by Pinnacle Marine in Auckland. The range is extensive, (33 models),with six model series, from 6m open runabout through to an 11.89m hardtop cruiser. The 6m and 6.3m Blackfin bow riders are the base models and both offer single outboard power options. The Sports range encompasses 12 models, all sterndrive powered, from 186MS (5.64m), through to the 8.1m 264 FSX and 264 FS. Apart from the

224FSC, all models are also bowriders. Then thereâ€™s the two model Super Sports wake board boats which are designed with the underwater technology to deliver worldclass wakes and the M Series, with a long list of options and configurations to allow these models to be custom fit to your boat lifestyle. In the Super Sports range Monterey also offer some of the biggest bow riders on the market, such as the 9.8m, 328 Super Sport. This twin engine bowrider is a sleek and smooth machine packing a powerful punch.

If you are looking for a larger cruiser, then Monterey deliver six models from 8.4m through to their flagship, the 11.89m, 360SC Coupe. Built in the US, the grp production boats are finished to the highest quality and comes with a lifetime limited warranty on the hull and deck, transferable for up to 10 years. No one else can offer protection this strong! Pinnacle Marine, Ph 09 3776002 info@pinnaclemarine.co.nz www.montereyboats.com

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TIDES OF CHANGE AS ELANDRA LAUNCHES NEW MODEL Elandra Yachts has released the latest edition of its 53 model that is now available for viewing at Leigh-Smith Yachts at Sanctuary Cove on Queensland’s Gold Coast. Boasting a range of features geared to delivering an enhanced inshore and offshore experience, the latest Elandra embodies the brand’s signature spacious free-flowing design, superior engineering and superyacht finishes. Elandra Yachts managing director Luke Durman said the newest 53 model featured a striking two-tone black and champagne gold hull and had been refined in response to international feedback to incorporate a range of options for customers of the semi-custom built sports yacht. “This latest model is a refinement of Elandra’s commitment to quality craftsmanship and superior performance, and embodies the brand’s focus on continuous and never-ending improvement,” Mr Durman said. The 53 is configured with a three-cabin, two-bathroom accommodation plan including a full beam master suite and lavish ensuite with private WC and shower. Power is provided by a pair of MAN R6-800 six-cylinder turbo diesel engines with common rail fuel injection. The engines deliver up to a rated 588kW (800hp) of power and 2,700Nm of torque. www.elandrayachts.com

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Paul Powney has joined Lighthouse Marine Equipment Ltd as Managing Director and a major shareholder. “We wanted to take the business forward and feel the time is right for a push,” said Lighthouse MD Mike Harris, who welcomes Paul as a business partner. “We needed someone with management and organisational skills, an understanding of process and structure and a good knowledge of the marine industry,” said Mike, “and Paul, with his business acumen, well rounded skill set and key international, national and corporate account sales experience, was the obvious choice.” Paul has a technical engineering background. He spent 22 years with Transdiesel in a variety of roles, most recently as National Sales Manager, Consumables, and before that, 12 years as Marine Sales Manager. He also served as a weapons electrical mechanic in the RNZN. Mike Harris will focus his attention on sales and OEM product development. Lighthouse Marine Equipment www.lighthousemarine.co.nz

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ON-WATER APARTMENT LIVING

Many people dream of life in an apartment overlooking a marina, or as a holiday home. But cost is often a major obstacle. Now a Gold Coast builder has announced the development of luxury one-bedroom apartments - right on the marina. The apartments are priced from just $195,000, can be moved by road or water from one marina to another if the owners desire a change of scenery, and include most fittings, including a fully-equipped luxury kitchen and even a built-in queen double bed. According to the builder, Havana Houseboats Managing Director Matt Duncan, â€œThe Havana on-water apartments are ideal for

working couples who have dreamed of such a home with all the attractions of marina life, apartment living and convenient location. The luxury floating apartments are architecturally drafted and feature floor-toceiling glass walls for unobstructed views of the water. The bedroom offers 180-degree views, a built-in queen-size double bed and built-in wardrobes either side while the light, airy en-suite bathroom includes double entry - one directly from the bedroom and a second to afford entry for day guests. The kitchen is fully equipped to luxury apartment standards with a cooktop, oven and dishwasher as well as plenty of cupboard

space. Havana has been building luxury houseboats on the Gold Coast for more than ten years, earning a strong reputation for style and quality. With a width of six meters and an overall length of 12 meters, Havana on-water apartments fit into a standard multihull marina berth. The hulls on which the apartments sit include four sealed compartments, making them virtually unsinkable. Havana Houseboats, Email:matt@havanahouseboats.com www.havanahouseboats.com

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SURTEES ALL NEW RANGE

Surtees has revitalised their entire range with new model designations, sizing and some new models. In total, there is now 21 models available from three styles, cuddy, hardtop and centre console. Through an ingenious combination of design and dimension, the amount of space on every model has been increased to accommodate serious fishermen and all their gear. The Surtees range now consists of five Workmate models, from the new all new 495 Workmate, (4.95m) with an impressive 2m beam to the tough, durable and built to fish,

700 Workmate. The Hardtop range has grown to 11 models, starting with the 575 Hardtop (5.75m) to the very impressive 850 Game Fisher (8.65m). In between there are four other base models, 610, 650, 700 & 750, all available in a variety of layouts. The workhorse of the Surtees fleet, Workmate is designed with a reduced cabin and larger cockpit that maximises deck space for serious fishermen - and serious fishing gear. The hard top can also be substituted with an ingenious fold-down roof that enables garage storage.

If you are looking for the wide-open spaces that a centre console offers you, then Surtees have five models available. The all new widebodied 495 Pro Fisher comes packed with all the goodies youâ€™d expect from Surtees and is based on the same new hull as the 495 Workmate. Top of the Centre Console model line up is the 700 Pro Fisher, a serious fishing machine that offers 360 degrees of manoeuvrability and fishing space. www.surteesboats.com

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MCMULLEN & WING LAUNCH 50M EXPEDITION MOTOR YACHT The yacht is the largest ever built by McMullen & Wing and the heaviest yacht launched on their slipway. Sporting a striking sky-blue hull and bright yellow boot stripe with white superstructure and extensive glazing, the

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>> POWER ON

MERCURY EXPANDS ENERTIA ECO PROPELLER SERIES Mercury Marine has added three new pitches to its fuel-saving Enertia ECO propeller series. Enertia ECO by Mercury Propellers is a family of propellers that are designed to improve fuel efficiency by up to 10% at cruise speed with no compromise in performance. Originally available in 17”, 19”, 21”, and 23” pitches, Enertia ECO propellers are now also available in 18”, 20”, and 22” pitch. Enertia ECO propellers are designed with a large

16-inch diameter, extra-large blade area and a high progressive rake for increased bow lift. They are built utilizing Mercury Marine’s proprietary X7 Alloy, which is 30% stronger and four times more durable than conventional stainless steel. Available in both right-hand and left-hand rotation, Enertia ECO propellers fit all outboard engines from 135 hp and up, as well as Alpha and Bravo One sterndrives. www.mercurymarine.com

MINN KOTA SALTWATER ULTERRA ARRIVES Building off the overwhelming success of freshwater Ulterra, Minn Kota now offers Riptide Ulterra to saltwater fishermen. The revolutionary Riptide Ulterra bow-mount trolling motor features fully automated stow and deploy. Also, Riptide Ulterra includes power trim, which raises and lowers the depth of the motor with the push of a button. These innovative functions, controlled wirelessly with the i-Pilot remote, make boat control easier than ever. “Riptide Ulterra will be a game-changer for saltwater anglers,” said Minn Kota Senior Product Manager Dave Maryanov. “They won’t have to get down from the tower or move to the bow to deploy and stow the

motor, or adjust shaft length while fishing. Combine these key features with i-Pilot functionality like Spot-Lock anchoring and recording paths, and it’s clear this saltwater motor does it all.” Riptide Ulterra l comes standard with i-Pilot GPS functionality and is available in 80lb and 112lb with shaft lengths from 60” to a massive 72” to cater for the offshore angler who wants to hold on those off-shore marks. The optional foot pedal features a spot lock button, power trim and stow/deploy all from the pedal. The motor comes standard with a remote control providing full operation including trim and stow and deploy. www.bla.co.nz / www.bla.com.au

MASTERVOLT INTRODUCES MLS LITHIUM ION BATTERIES Designed for small system applications, the new MLS series offers 3 times the lifespan of lead acid batteries at just 30 % of the weight and volume The MLS series of high performance 12 V Lithium Ion batteries are available in four models, ranging from 80 Wh (6 Ah) to 390 Wh (30 Ah). The MLS series has been developed with technology taken from the hugely successful MLI Ultra series. Although tailored for different types of applications, the MLS share many of

the same characteristics making them ideal for applications where long lifespan, light weight and compactness are key. The MLS series is designed to be extremely easy to install without any additional components. All the models comprise of a tough waterproof plastic case. This makes it a straight-forward replacement for most existing lead-acid batteries. Lithium Ion has many advantages over lead acid, meaning the MLS series can fast recharge in an hour, and deep cycle (up to

80% discharge) 2000 times without damage, which is three times longer than lead acid. The new MLS batteries are suited for many different applications where capacity up to 90 Ah is needed. Its compactness and weight plus the fact that it is mountable in multiple orientations, make it ideal for portable applications such as mobile communications. Retail prices range from NZD $242.54 $896.51. www.bepmarine.com

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TWIN DISC RELEASES DIGITAL THRUSTER PANEL The unit complements the company’s EC300 Power Commander electronic propulsion control and Express Joystick System (EJS). Built of polished stainless steel, the Digital Thruster Panel is engineered rugged for a marine environment, making it ideal for helms, flybridges and docking stations. The ergonomic toggles are sized for easy use. Visually, it perfectly matches Twin Disc’s full suite of vessel controls with the company’s common arced base and modern styling. It is available in dual or single versions. What sets the new panel apart is the reliability

and speed of digital connectivity. With fingertip control, owners can effortlessly guide a boat into or away from a crowded dock. It provides proportional hydraulic speed control of bow and/or stern thrusters; the more the toggle is moved, the greater the thrust achieved. Another feature is the hydraulic fluid warning lights. The unit continually monitors the thrusters’ oil level and temperature, and will audibly warn of critical variances. The Digital Thruster Panel interfaces with the EC300 control system to provide additional

flexibility to owners of EJS-equipped boats. On a vessel equipped with Twin Disc’s optional display panel, thruster commands are shown as easy-to-see bar graphs for quick visual reference. www.twindisc.com

VOLVO PENTA ACTION SERVICES GOES GLOBAL The around-the-clock customer care service provided by Volvo Penta has been significantly expanded to offer global coverage in 28 languages worldwide. Volvo Penta’s extensive network of over 3,500 dealers is the first line of support for customers. Now, the global dealer network is backed up by Volvo Penta Action Service globally. The expanded Action Service is truly global, meaning that all of Volvo Penta’s customers will have easy access to the service on a global scale, 24 hours-a-day, 365 days a year – covering all Volvo Penta products. If a customer experiences a breakdown, they can call Volvo Penta Action Services and the operator will provide support all the way through the case and keep the customer updated on status and progress. Whenever on-site assistance or technical support is needed, the operator will ensure that the customer is put in contact with the closest Volvo Penta dealer with the right competence to cater to their specific needs. Any technical issue will be dealt with without delay once a dealer is contacted and will be escalated if necessary. www.volvopenta.com

SEAKEEPER REPORTS UNPARALLELED GROWTH Seakeeper reported record growth for 2015. Launched in 2008, it now has over 3,000 units in operation on vessels ranging in size from 9m–67m. The business saw a 57% growth in shipments over 2014. Setting the pace was the 15m and under market, where there previously was no option for stabilization. With its new SK5 and SK3DC, Seakeeper answered the demand of small boat owners looking for stabilization to transform their on-the-water experiences. Significant growth was also achieved in the refit sector where customers took advantage of the opportunity to update existing craft with the latest technology and the ease at which it can be done with Seakeeper’s global refit network. The company saw an 80% increase in refit installations, making it over 25% of Seakeeper’s total business. www.seakeeper.com.

MERCURY INTRODUCES NEXTGENERATION JPS Mercury Marine has unveiled the next generation of the Joystick Piloting System for Verado outboards, Axius gas and diesel sterndrives, and Zeus pod drives. Mercury’s engineering team has made a series of evolutionary improvements to the Joystick Piloting System, which is part of the SmartCraft digital technology suite. The integrated precision pilot pad functionality makes Joystick operation even more intuitive. The new Joystick’s mode indicator prominently indicates to the operator route, heading and skyhook modes and shows how to change the heading in 1- and 10-degree increments. New LED light ring changes colour to indicate status of the joystick operating mode and an electronic steering helm replaces the electric steering motor, eliminating a 20-amp circuit for the boat builder, and provides the operator more intuitive feedback on boat speed, steering angle, wheel turning rate and acceleration. Combined, auto-calibrating IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit)/GPS makes Joystick Piloting System easier for boat builders to install and configure. www.mercurymarine.com

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>> ELECTRONICS NEWS

SIMRAD GO5 & GO7 ANNOUNCED

Coming in 2016, the Simrad GO XSE Series delivers powerful, full-featured standalone marine chart plotter/fishfinders packed into compact, easy-to-use 5 or 7-inch displays. Loaded with today’s latest boating technologies, the GO5 and GO7 XSE feature super-bright multi-touch displays, internal 10 Hz GPS receivers, StructureScan HD and CHIRP sonar, autopilot integration and control, engine data monitoring, full audio entertainment integration with SonicHub2, integrated wireless connectivity and the powerful new Simrad TripIntel trip computer. GO XSE displays offer intuitive multi-touch controls that smartphone and tablet users will instantly find familiar. Boaters can tap the screen to create or select waypoints, pinch-to-zoom, or tap-and-drag to pan smoothly across charts while simple home screen and menu layouts allow quick access to all functions. Adjustable splitscreen views and customisable panel layouts with large clearly captioned icons that are easy to recognise, make the GO

XSE series simple-to-use, full-featured chart plotters. Also unique to the GO XSE series, the Cruise Charting page combines crucial navigation data and charts into one easy to read display, while new TripIntel technology tracks and displays the key information needed to plan a safe and enjoyable day on the water. Simrad GO XSE series displays connect to any NMEA 2000-compatible equipment aboard a vessel including outboard and inboard engines, as well as fuel flow, fluid level, speed, heading, and water temperature sensors and more. www.simrad-yachting.com

RAYMARINE’S NEW QUANTUM RADAR Raymarine’s new Quantum CHIRP radar, the first recreational marine radar dome to feature CHIRP pulse compression technology, is setting a high new standard for compact solid-state radar. Quantum CHIRP radar delivers superior radar imaging in both long and short ranges, thanks to multiple compressed radar pulses and Raymarine’s exclusive ATXTM advanced target separation technology. This enables Quantum to display targets like boats, landmarks, rocks, buoys and weather cells with unsurpassed resolution and separation quality, especially when compared to traditional radars. In tight quarters, Quantum’s CHIRP technology easily identifies targets as close as 5.5m while, offshore, Quantum delivers exceptional long-range imagery and highly accurate target returns. Quantum’s lightweight design (5.4 kgs) and Wi-Fi connectivity make it easy to install and super simple to operate. Lusty and Blundell on (09) 415-8303 or at

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GME RELEASE NEW MARINE STEREO

The GR300BT is a powerful, yet compact AM/ FM radio with Bluetooth audio streaming that can be wirelessly paired with any smartphone, tablet or compatible device. Access any of your favourite tunes on the water and be truly impressed with the audio clarity and minimal distortion, even in windy and noisy ocean conditions. Built to withstand the harsh marine environment, the GR300BT chassis is waterproof to the IPx7 standard – submersible to 1 metre for up to 30 minutes. The stereo features a large backlit LCD, making it easy to read on-screen information, even on a bright sunny day, yet the compact depth design enables mounting in limited space. www.gme.net.au or phone GME – NZ: 09 274 0955

HUMMINBIRD RELEASES NEW RANGE OF HELIX SOUNDERS The all new Helix 12 CHIRP is Humminbird’s biggest display yet. The Helix 12 CHIRP sports a bonded glass display, with a super bright and sharp 1280H x 800V pixel colour screen. Added to this is an increased performance processor to help run exclusive Humminbird features such as AutoChart LIVE. The Sonar performance on the Helix 12 Chirp offers as standard a builtin 1kW Broadband CHIRP on all models and both Down Imaging and Side Imaging models are available with CHIRP. In addition to providing pre-defined frequency bandwidths, the Helix 12 CHIRP also allows the user to select multiple bandwidth settings to customise the sonar to their unique preferences. The Helix 12 CHIRP features a large

12.1” display with LED backlight, with CHIRP sonar with up to 8000 Watts PTP power output, GPS Chartplotting with built-in Humminbird UniMap, AutoChart LIVE, and Ethernet networking capabilities. If the 12” unit is too large for you, then Humminbird have also added two new smaller fishfinders. The Helix 5 and Helix 7 are the newest members of the family and follow the Helix 9 and Helix 10. Humminbird is now offering their class leading super clear imaging sonar in a larger 9” and 10” format while still continuing to offer Side Imaging, Down Imaging and 2D sonar in the one transducer. www.bla.com.au www.bla.co.nz

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HOOK SERIES FROM LOWRANCE The new Lowrance Hook series are a range of affordable colour fishfinders to suit any amateur angler. Hook fishfinders will be available in 3, 4, 5, 7 and 9-inch screen sizes, with combo fishfinder/ chart plotter models available from 4” and up. With built-in GPS, the combo models enable you to map your favourite inland and coastal fishing spots using the free Insight Genesis service. Insight Genesis also lets you download free community-created social maps to your Hook. You can choose from proven Broadband Sounder, DownScan Imaging, and CHIRP sonar options. Select Hook models support all three technologies together with DownScan Overlay functionality for a combined view of fish and structure. With a broad range of Hook models and transducer options, it’s easy to find a model that perfectly fits your fishing style and boating budget – from an affordable fishfinder for your kayak or dinghy, to a full chart plotter and sonar solution. www.navico.com

LOWRANCE ELITE AIMED AT ALL ANGLERS New from Lowrance, is the latest Elite Ti fishfinder/chart plotter that offers comprehensive new features for tournament pros and amateur anglers alike. Ideal for kayaks, bass boats and other compact fishing vessels, Elite Ti models are available with an ultra-bright 7 or 9-inch touchscreen. The Elite Ti series offers built-in CHIRP and Broadband Sounder sonar and provides full StructureScan HD sonar imaging when combined with a Lowrance TotalScan transducer. Both models feature an integrated 10 Hz GPS receiver for accurate positioning aboard high-speed powerboats. A wide range of cartography options is available to suit your location and budget, including free Insight Genesis Social Maps for augmented coverage of your local waters. New to the Elite series with Elite Ti, built-in GoFree Wi-Fi offers wireless access to charts, updates, and the Insight Genesis service, anywhere a Wi-Fi internet connection is available. www.navico.com

Agreed Fixed Value Pantaenius has set a new standard in the Australian marine insurance market with the introduction of Agreed Fixed Value Policies. Unlike many competitors, who offer a “market value” policy. Pantaenius agree on a fixed number, which is reimbursed in full for total loss.

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Wear & Tear For vessels under 6 years of age or professionally maintained and approved, there is an option to select wear & tear, where the cost of repairs for any damage caused by wear and tear is covered, but not the cost of the component that sustained wear & tear and caused the damage.

TPL Only Available Pantaenius Australia offers TPL – Third Party only Insurance to vessel owners, on request. We offer 10 Mil cover for any risk accepted by our underwriting team.

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>> RACING NEWS

GLEN HEAD WINS JETSPRINT WORLDS Glen Head had a simple comment when he and his navigator Darryn Todd were crowned world jet sprint champions. “We came, we saw, we kicked some (butt).” More than 15,000 spectators packed into ASB Baypark Stadium for this year’s Enzed 2016 UIM Jetsprint World Championship and it they were not disappointed. Glen and Darryn operate the Altherm Jetsprint Team boat and the driver couldn’t have been happier with the result. “Yeah mate, it’s a bloody good feeling. The whole two weeks has just gone absolutely to plan for us and to win it’s wicked mate, we’re just rapt.” The team qualified first heading into the top 16 and 12 and despite the powerful lighting display put on by the weather gods, the pair

JACK LUPTON TAKES HIS 2ND MASPORT “It was the best GP racing I have ever seen… bar none!” said offshore and circuit racing legend, Glen Urquhart after witnessing two days of high action at Lake Karapiro. “The old days when 75% of the fleet broke in the first few laps have gone and when you see a sponson to sponson battle right to the finish, it makes your hair stand-up. The sheer noise and the thundering rush as the boats go past are intoxicating and something I will not forget for a while”. The 91st Masport Cup saw the youngest GP driver win his second Masport Cup. Jack Lupton, (Rural Fuels GP57), first won the cup in 2014 at the age of 18 and won the 2016 title by taking out both heats. Young Lupton didn’t have it all his way in the

remained calm throughout the night, with Glen regularly pumping out sub-50 second laps setting himself up for the win. “It was just a dream weekend really. The boat had plenty left in it. We just did what we had to do to get the win, it’s awesome man.” He says the win was a team effort. “Everyone in our team worked their behinds off and to get this result for our sponsors and us is just absolutely massive.” He also had plenty of praise for his navigator. “Toddy he’s the dream navigator, he’s my best mate, he’s my neighbour and we’re the best in the world.” The Kiwi team headed off international teams from the Australia, United States and Canada to take out the championships. Up to 60 high-powered boats, top teams

and drivers from the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand will battle it out for world titles across three classes: Suzuki Unlimited Superboats, Altherm Group A, Biolytix Group B (400s). These precision-engineered jet boats reach 0-100kph in under two seconds and pull up to 7g’s and 130kph on aqua-tracks the size of a rugby field. The natural amphitheatre at Meremere and stadium setting at Baypark allows spectators to get up close to the to the racing action, providing two days of thrills, spills and family entertainment - both on and off the track. The biennial UIM Jetsprint World Championship won’t be returning to our shores until 2022.

first heat he had to battle for first place with Raymond Hart (The Boss) and brother Ken Lupton (Lucas Oils), for the four lap, 2 mins 47 seconds race. The second heat was another exciting battle with Scott Coker (Fair Warning) charging hard through the field to finish only seconds behind GP57. Overall placings went to Jack Lupton, Coker, and David Alexander (The Steeler 777) finishing in third. The North Island Unlimited Unrestricted Championship was also another exciting two heats of GP racing, Rural Fuels GP57 won the first heat and the second saw young Lupton beaten over the line by Alexander, who

crossed the line only half a boat length in front. With the points taken over both heats, the overall placing went to Rural Fuels GP57, The Steeler 777 in second and Annihilator Race boats Warwick Lupton in third. The next round of the 2016 NZ Grand Prix Hydroplane Series will be at Lake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes 27-28th February for the AE Baker Trophy an Australasian hydroplane championship . Several teams are considering heading across the Tasman to compete in the EC Griffith Cup, which is to be held 29-30th April on Lake Mulawala Yarrawonga out of Melbourne.

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KIWIS DOMINATE ANZAC OPENERS After two rounds of the Trans-Tasman Offshore Series, the Kiwi teams have shown the Australian’s how it’s done. To be fair, the calm waters of Lake Taupo and Beachlands has worked in favour of the smaller and faster Kiwi boats, but in both events the OZ boats showed they were still a threat. If the third round at Whitianga offers some rough water, the larger Team 3 and 222Offshore could be easily take out the victory. At Taupo in round one, it was clear from the start that the Skater’s of Warren Lewis and Wayne Valder were going to be hard to beat, although Tom Barry-Cotter and Steve Jellick in Team 3 were not going to let them have it all their way. The excitement started at the drop of the flag in the first race with deck to deck racing saw the lane being shut down on one NZ competitor, FMI Racing’s Warren Lewis and Andrew Koolen knew they had no choice but to back off as two of the Aussie teams powered to the first turn determined to keep ahead of the Kiwi teams leaving them no room. Neck to neck around the first corner and the first two laps saw Profloors International Racing and Australia’s Team 3 battling it out at the front. Team 3 gave it their all while in hot pursuit and did an 180 degree spin on the top turn, leaving the pathway for FMI Racing to come through to second place and Profloors 11 into third place. The first half hour race was cut short when the race was red-flagged only 20 mins into the race due to a spectacular rollover from 222Offshore. Both driver Darren Nicholson

and throttle man Peter McGrath got themselves out of their safety cells within seconds of the rollover and both were unhurt. Kiwi team Profloors International Racing shot to the lead in race two with Team 3 and FMI charging hard behind them. Again early into the race, Team 3 spun on the top turn leaving a clean sweep for the Kiwi teams, Profloors International Racing finishing in first, FMI Racing in second and Profloors 11 in third. The Superboat Lite Class was won by ‘Total Home Developments’ Michael Fletcher and Jason Way after winning heat one and finishing second in heat two. Aussie team ‘Hogs Breath Racing’, Paul Fowlds and Jim Harris finished second struggling with the flat conditions racing on a lake, something they are not used too in Australia as all their racing is in the ocean. Husband and wife team Haydon and Delia Speirs from Whangarei finishing third in their first time in the water with their new boat ‘Outboard Pro’ finishing in third. The hot favourite for this class was Fuel Doctor which had a DNF in the first heat and after a minor breakdown came back strong winning the second race but didn’t have enough points overall to take out a podium finish in this round. Sports 200 Class saw the return of day entry ‘Konica Minolta’ Shane Rumens and Nick Campbell take first place, ‘CRD Automotive’ Colin And Corey Dunn and ‘Red Steel’ Charlotte and Tony Carson finishing in second and third places. Classic Class ‘Supercock Racing’ Shane Fletcher and Shannon Martin taking out the win from second and third placegetters ‘Sea

Ray’ Brad Dibble, Simon Kilgour and Chris Ethel with local team ‘Gull Force 10’ Gavin McGrath and Haaka Le Sueur. Round 2 – Beachlands The Kiwi teams of Profloors International Racing and FMI Racing thrilled the thousands of spectators with both taking a win each in from Australian Team 3. Team 3 fought hard in both races finishing third in the first race and a good second in race two with Profloors 10 (Richard Shores & Wayne Carson) and 222 Offshore in fourth and fifth place respectively. The excitement in the Superboat Lite class between the top three – Fuel Doctor (Allan Branch & Alex Smith), Total Home Developments (Michael Fletcher & Jason Way) and Aussie team Hogs Breath (Paul Fowlds & Jim Harris) as they battled through the two races changing positions several times. Fuel Doctor took out first place overall winning both races, before running out of fuel at the end of the race and having to be towed back to Pine Harbour. Fuel Doctor failed to see the finish flag and did a few extra laps. Local teams in the Classic Class, Supercock Racing also hustled for first place with Outlaw (Roger Puttick, Dave Opie, Darien Walker & Paul Carter) with Supercock racing taking the overall win. Sports 200 was won by Michael Urquhart driving NZ Home Loans, with Red Steel and CRD Automotive finishing in second and third places. Sports 225 saw Peter Wingate & son Kane Wingate driving the legendary ‘Chindit’, won the class finishing first in both races. The 2016 series will continue from Whitianga to Napier 19th March, Point to Point in Auckland 2nd April, Paihia 16th April and the final round in Auckland under the Harbour Bridge 30th April.

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>> LEGASEA COLUMN BY TRISH REA

RESTORING FISHERIES IS HARD WORK LegaSea Hawkes Bay has worked hard with the Ministry for Primary Industries and commercial interests during 2015 to find a solution to restore fish abundance in the Hawke Bay and surrounding coastline. So far there has been no tangible outcome, but the opportunity to openly discuss problems caused by depletion and excessive commercial fishing effort has been useful. LegaSea Hawkes Bay is a team of Napier locals and their affiliates from the New Zealand Angling and Casting Association, supported by LegaSea and New Zealand Sport Fishing Council, seeking to achieve more fish in the water. After all the talk, it is patently obvious that the only solution to restore abundance is to kill fewer fish. How that reduction is achieved is the big question and topic of debate. One of the hurdles is the lack of constraint on commercial fishing effort in a mixed finfish fishery. Despite all efforts the annual catch limits for some species, such as flounders, john dory and trumpeter have never been reached. Gurnard falls into this category too, with the exception of one year (2009-10). In this mixed finfish fishery there are a range of vessels, from local to large, targeting multiple species. When the quota for one species is caught attention merely turns to another species that is unconstrained, meaning trawling continues no matter what impact that effort is having on the marine environment or the juvenile populations of inshore fish. These problems are not unique to Hawkes

Bay, but it is an indicator that our fisheries management system is not responsive to local concerns. On the flip size recreational fishers can make few reductions as their catches continue to decline. There are serious concerns about the low numbers of gurnard, hapuku, bass and snapper. The Colin Murray-Hawkeâ€™s Bay Sports Fishing Club ramp survey of over 16 thousand angler

days shows snapper catch has reduced from an average 0.94 fish per fisher day in 2006 to 0.48 in 2014-15. In the same timeframe average harvest of the most popular catch, gurnard, has reduced from 2.19 to 1.02 per fisher, per day. In response to local concerns and the lack of any official measures to constrain mortality levels LegaSea Hawkes Bay is promoting a policy, developed in 2013, aimed at rebuilding

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the gurnard stock in Area 2, between East Cape and Wellington. This multi-pronged solution includes measures to restore gurnard abundance to pre-1960s levels, to improve the yield from each fish that is caught, to account for the environmental impacts of fishing, and to provide abundance for future generations. From our perspective, this rebuild can be achieved by applying a range of measures including: Reducing commercial catch Banning trawling inside the Bay, from Cape Kidnappers to Mahia, and in coastal zones to the north and south of the Bay; and Initiating a research monitoring program to develop a more comprehensive understanding of at-sea commercial catch. Any measures to rebuild gurnard abundance are considered beneficial, over time, for other inshore species in the Bay. After many years of lobbying, effort and commitment it is time the Minister delivered on his statutory duty to manage fisheries at abundant levels to provide for the social, economic and cultural wellbeing of the people of coastal Hawkes Bay. www.facebook.com Building LegaSea Hawkes Bay. HOT TIP Catching seabirds can be a hazard especially when strayline fishing. Most seabirds fish within six metres of the surface. If seabirds are present and are at risk of getting hooked add weight to your line so the bait sinks quickly. More info at www.legasea.co.nz/seabirds.

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HIGHLANDER ELITE 20M REVIEW

Bespoke Masterpiece Highlander is Bill Upfoldâ€™s 64th design to be launched and the eighth Elite built by Alan Tongs Boatbuilders. It is another outstanding example of Kiwi custom boat building. Text by Barry Thompson, Interior images by Bryce Taylor, Running shots by Alicia Upfold. 44 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MARCH / APRIL 2016

XPERIENCE counts and when it comes to Kiwi designer Bill Upfold that goes back a whole lot of years. In 1984, after the completion of his apprenticeship at John Lidgard Yachts & Co, he established his business trading as Elite Marine Boatbuilders Ltd and started producing his designs. In 1996 he formed lite arine esign, ge ing off the tools and concentrating 100% on designing custom boats. Today all Elite branded boats are built by some of the most respected boat building companies in New Zealand. is first design to be launched was Samurai, a 14m open bridge cruiser, that quickly lead to a commission for mporer, his first mid

Highlander is Alan Tongs second Elite/Upfold build for the owner.

pilothouse. In the early years, his name was synonymous with mid pilothouse designs, but it didn’t take long before his design portfolio was extended to sports fishers, sedans, displacement motor yachts and ybridge cruisers. About the only part of the market, he has never really done much with is powercats. Highlander represents the very best in bespoke boat building, where the collaboration between designer, builder and owner has proven the perfect partnership for a near perfect boat. “ The building process was a seamless process from the first time ill and

talked about what I wanted in the new ighlander, to the final sea trials , says the very happy owner. The summer cruise to the Bay of Islands and back proved almost trouble free and apart from a couple of minor issues, which were uickly rectified, ighlander received 100% pass marks from the owner. “In fact, the boat is even be er than thought and I can’t say enough about Bill and Alan, working with them has been a very pleasurable e perience . “This the second Elite I have had built by Alan ongs oatbuilders and couldn t have been more pleased. The yard was

helpful and obliging in every step and nothing seemed to be too much trouble, which made the building experience so much easier and en oyable for me , he added. EXTENDED FAMILY The owner had come from a 17.2 m Elite sedan and with an extending family was looking for a boat with more accommodation and size to suit his cruising requirements. He also wanted to get into some long range cruising around New Zealand, with visits to such places as the arlborough Sounds, iordland and WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 45

HIGHLANDER ELITE 20M REVIEW Twin Scania 13L 750hp give Highlander 25 knots.

Stewart sland. here is also talk of even taking the boat to the Pacific slands at some later stage. To allow for this, the tankage has been maximised with a primary fuel capacity of 4400 litres in stainless steel tanks and an additional 1600 litres in a centreline tank. At knots, ighlander has around a 1700nm range, more than adequate for a rans- asman or i i crossing, on its own fuel. No need for extra bladders. Being a totally custom design, Bill was able to start with a ‘clean sheet of paper’ and working from the previous Highlander and with an understanding of what the owner liked or didn’t, set about working his design magic and coming up with the right layout. “I knew what the parameters were, especially with the number of people he wanted to accommodate overnight, so working from that, I arranged the forward accommodation into two mirrored cabins and then as per the owner’s request placed their stateroom aft of the saloon . t s a very different arrangement, with four cabins that offer ten berths. t certainly works for the owner. orward is the kids cabin with upper and lower single berths either side, with a hanging locker either side and drawer storage under the lower berths. uilder Alan ongs told me that there were drawers throughout the boat Such is the customisation of Highlander, most were built to a predetermined si e to fit specific items. To starboard aft is a second guest cabin with upper and lower berths, a hanging locker and nightstand. Opposite to port is the head/shower area that services the forward two cabins. Corian with negative gold leaf detail is used on the vanity surface with lac uer finished linings, Antico ooring

and a walk-in shower with a curved glass door. Simple and functional. he real point of difference in the accommodation layout is that the space that now is almost always used for a full-width master has been split into two separate cabins, each a mirror image of the other. This was done to provide enough berths for all the family. Bill points out that again this is an owner’s request, but it could just as easily have been a full beam master cabin. Again it s your call. ach cabin features a queen size berth, plenty of storage, triple vertical side ports and a separate en suite. SOCIALISE Highlander’s main lounge has been designed to socialise, as much as provide plenty of space when the entire family is aboard. There is a TV on a rise and fall, liquor cabinet and entertainment entre to port with large loungers opposite. A port side door provides a quick and easy access to the foredeck areas, without having to enter via the cockpit. he finish and detail throughout the boat are e emplary, with the American herry accented with gold detailed Burr Elm in areas that accentuate the high-quality presentation of the layout. The best way to describe the look is conservative and timeless. ith the specific layout of ighlander, the sky-lounge staircase is aft of the saloon with open treads so your sightlines are not interrupted looking fore or aft. Another requirement by the owner was for plenty of handrails around the companionway to the sky lounge. The sky-lounge, like the rest of Highlander, is conservative and while the helm is sizeable, it’s not ostentatious, It’s practical and efficiently designed with everything

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from the uruno glass bridge screens with Scania S displays to the icro Command controls in easy to see or use positions. The helm seat is a split bench style with space for three. Aft are loungers either side, a fi ed table and easy access through to the upper deck. This is where the A in atable is stowed when not in everyday use. aunching is via a Steelhead crane and once the tender is removed, the area serves as a big sun lounging space. There is also a staircase to starboard for access to and from the cockpit. ELITE TRADEMARK While the accommodation spaces forward may not be traditional, the aft area of the main deck is very much the trademark style of Elite Marine Designs, mid pilothouse cruisers. rom, the . m mperor, the very first Elite mid pilothouse, launched 27 years ago, there has been a common theme albeit with variance in space and arrangements. Bill has been a strong advocate of the mid-pilothouse design with it’s many advantages both in liveability and practicality for a cruising launch. Highlander is the largest Elite midpilothouse to date, so the spaces such as the galley, owners stateroom and dining areas are all large. Step down a few steps from the saloon and you find the main dine e area to port, with a shade seating arrangement for 8-10 people and Burr Elm fi ed dining table. his is slightly raised so diners have a good vision out the side windows when seated. The aft owner’s stateroom was another owner s specific re uest. t is very reminiscent of previous Elite midpilothouse boats, but, like the galley and dine e is on the same level as the cockpit

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1. Highlanderâ€™s main lounge has been designed to socialise. 2. The raised aft cockpit is ideal for alfresco dining. 3.The galley has all the usual appliances and servery to the aft deck. 4. The workmanship throughout is outstanding. 5. Four bunks forward are designed for the grandkids. 6. The aft stateroom was another ownerâ€™s specific request. 7. Highlander has five cabins that offer ten berths. 8.The sky-lounge is conservative and spacious. 9. The helm is sizeable but not ostentatious. WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 47

HIGHLANDER ELITE 20M REVIEW sole. A ueen si e bed has easy access both sides and all available spaces are used for storage. here are drawers in this cabin alone A separate en-suite comes complete with a walk-in shower stall, head and large Corian vanity. The galley has all the usual appliances, such as an P dish drawer, convection microwave and a roll top to hide away the coffee machine and toaster. here s a very generous size U shape Corian bench top for food prep and a fridge/freezer and pantry opposite. Because Highlander’s cockpit is on the same level as the galley/master stateroom, it is speced out more for socialising, with lounge seating, fridge/freezer, bbq and separate table. To starboard is a day head and locker under the sky-lounge staircase and when you add the drop down clears, you might well describe the raised cockpit as a conservatory or, at least, an el-fresco dining area. his boat was never designed for fishing, but if you do decide to drop a line over then, there is plenty of space on the lower full-width boarding platform. Tucked in under the raised deck is a dinghy garage for the A tender, with electric rams to effortless raise and lower the boot lid. SCANIA POWER The owner’s performance criteria for the boat was to be able to cruise at 17 to 19 knots, so top speed was never an issue.

The twin Scanias have proven very economical. Power is twin Scania hp rpm) each, giving Highlander a maximum speed of knots. uel burn at rpm is 110 lph per engine, which drops to 81 lph per engine at 2000rpm and the desired cruise speed of around 19 knots. Bringing that to 1800 rpm, Highlander achieves figures of lph for both engines . knots and a range of around 800nm. The design of a driveline is very critical and in the case of Highlander, the builders chose a ea ys riveline echnology Turret short-coupled cardan driveshafts along with thrust bearings to ensure power is transferred quietly with minimal vibration. The drive train is isolated from the engine with thrust bearings and universals to take the load off the engine feet and transmit the thrust directly to the hull. The owner says the boat runs smooth

SPECIFICATIONS Boat Design Name: lite m Sky-lounge Boat Name: Highlander Year Launched: Designer: Elite Marine Design Interior Designer: Parkhurst Design Builder: Allan ongs Boatbuilders LOA: 20m Beam: 6m Draft: 1.4m Displ (loaded): , kg Max Speed: kt Cruise Speed: 19-22kt Construction: Epoxy timber composite Fuel Cap: 6,000L Water Cap: Engines Make: Scania hp Drive Train: Conventional Driveline: Turret Propellers: Teignbridge Generator: Kolher Inverter/Charger: Mastervolt

With the help of Beattys Driveline Technology the boat runs smooth and vibration free. and vibration free. The semi-displacement hull was never intended to be an overly fast design, but rather a good load carrying, sea kindly hull and is a development on the previous Highlander. “ I found that the other Highlander performed beautifully so I didn’t see the need to change the underwater lines, although it does differ to where you can place the weight , says ill. Construction is epoxy timber composite, with the hull an internal skin of plywood and balsa cored with multi laminates of fibreglass and epo y composites on the outside. The superstructure is all foam cored. All up displacement is , kgs loaded . Highlander is a clear indication that bespoke boating building is alive and well in New Zealand.

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SAFETY ESSENTIALS PART THREE

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More has been written and spoken about safety than about any other boating aspect. Which is not surprising. We also write and talk about road safety, yet it doesnâ€™t prevent around many 100s of New Zealanders being killed in road accidents every year. We look at some of the items we can carry aboard to prevent becoming one of those statistics. 50 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MARCH / APRIL 2016

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THE NUMBER OF lives lost through boating accidents is small in relation to the road carnage, but there’s a significant distinction to be made in comparing water to road safety. Almost every one of us has to drive or travel daily in some form of road transport to earn a living and survive in society. However, boating involves only two in five of the population and is mainly a recreational activity and as such should be fun. In the last five years on average 18 people per year have drowned while recreational boating in New Zealand Unlike driving, there should never be a need for it to be tiring, tedious, uncomfortable or a necessary evil. And it most certainly should never be dangerous. Now consider that if your car breaks down or the house catches fire, there’s a 90% chance you can walk or run to safety. The only record we have of anyone walking on water was over 2000 years ago! You can’t just call the AA or Fire Brigade and avoid involvement in an incident on the water. You can call the Coast Guard, but time may be against you as you may need immediate help. As we said at the outset, boating for most of us is supposed to be fun, a relaxing and enjoyable experience, so in considering what can be done to increase the safety of that experience, we should look not just at those mercifully few dramas in which lives are at risk, but also at the un-recorded thousands of nonfatal accidents that happen every year and which might be avoided. Auckland Coast Guard answer hundreds of calls for assistance every year, all of which related in one way or another to matters of safety. A little care and attention would have made the majority of those calls unnecessary. Less dramatically, it’s probable that anyone reading this has suffered at least one painful

accident in or around a boat. It might have been nothing more than a finger torn by a frayed strand of wire rope or a toe stubbed against a bollard. Minor perhaps, but painful when they happen - and there’s no fun in boating when it hurts. ARE YOU SAFE? So we suggest a pause here while you ask yourself whether you, your family and your boat are as safe as possible, not just from lifethreatening structural defects or equipment deficiencies, but from all those minor and unexpected happenings that spoil the fun of boating. It is a skipper’s responsibility to ensure that those aboard the boat are safe and the equipment is up to the standard required. Whether it’s just checking on the weather forecast for the day, or making sure there are enough lifejackets for all those aboard the boat, in law it all falls back on the skipper if something goes wrong. Let’s consider that you already have life jackets for everyone aboard the boat, flares, a bilge pump, fire extinguisher, a VHF radio and charts or a GPS plotter with charts that relate to the area you are boating. These are obvious aspects of safety, but it’s surprising how many people do (or neglect to do) things on a boat that seem innocent enough but which carry unnecessary risks of unpleasant injuries. STAYING AFLOAT Exposure to fire and immersion in water are just as life-threatening. If you find yourself in the water for an extended period, you quickly appreciate that if nature had intended the human body to float it would have fitted it with oily feathers and webbed feet.

Of all the safety gear, a lifejacket heads the priority list. In the last two issues of PPB, we have covered the lifejacket and buoyancy aid question in detail. However, it still needs to be reinforced again. It is mandatory to carry one life jacket for every person aboard the boat and to wear them in “adverse sea conditions”. While we don’t plan again to go into the myriad of styles and options offered by today’s lifejacket and buoyancy aid manufacturers, suffice to say it is important that whatever brand or model you choose, it should fit snugly. Ill-fitting lifejackets, especially ones that are too big, can be dangerous items of clothing that can cost you or your family their lives. This is especially so with small children who should NEVER wear adult jackets that they can easily fall out of. If the boat sinks from under you, the quickest way for the body to become exhausted is by moving around in the water. Any device that allows you to remain afloat without expending energy is the first line of defence against hypothermia: the second is any garment that increases body/head protection, remembering that the head is the main source of heat loss. A wetsuit and hood are a great way of keeping the body temperature up and is now classified as a PFD. It’s worth noting here that even in summer the water temperature around New Zealand’s coastline ranges from 14ºC to 23ºC and the human body normally functions at 37ºC. If the body temperature changes 4ºC either way, problems begin, and even at a water temperature of 20ºC survival time for a swimmer is likely to be less than three hours. At 10ºC paralysis sets in within 15 minutes and death follows when the body temperature drops to 29ºC. Generally speaking a fit average adult in water between 15ºC and 20ºC and whose swimming ability is reasonable would be advised to swim for it. In all other cases, a buoyancy aid offers the only real chance of survival. It’s a good idea, too, to carry a few other nonpersonal flotation devices, e.g. closed cell foam seat squabs and cushions, polyethylene foam fenders. Lives have been saved by the victim swimming to shore or found clinging to an empty fuel tote tank or chilly/isky bin. However, there is now a purpose made device from Life Cell Marine Safety. The Life Cell is available in four different sizes and its purpose is to keep essential safety gear on board in an easily accessible location in case of an emergency. It was created in a way that will keep people together in the water by using attached lanyards. The boxes are brightly coloured, making them easily visible to rescuers. The available sizes are big enough to assist groups of two, four, six, or eight people.

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SAFETY ESSENTIALS Flares, of course, are another musthave item aboard and can be bought singly or in handy waterproof packs.

FLARES FIRST Flares, of course, are another must-have item aboard and can be bought singly or in handy waterproof packs. If you are going to stow them away somewhere, make certain everyone aboard knows where they are and that they are readily accessible. Even if the boat is upside down, you should have a good chance of retrieving the flares if you know where to find them. A tip is to attach the waterproof container to a long lanyard, so if it floats away from the boat, then you don’t have to swim after it, a move that may in itself prove fatal. It’s also a good idea to read the instructions when you get them and regularly check the expiry date and condition. Old flares that don’t work are no good to anyone!

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The GME MT600G features a 66 channel GPS receiver with top mounted quad helix antenna.

The McMurdo Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon is an innovative manually activated personal safety device which incorporates both AIS and GPS technology.

The Life Cell’s purpose is to keep essential safety gear on board in an easily accessible location in case of an emergency.

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emergency BeAcOnS “Who you gonna call when things go bad and you’re out of cell phone or VHF range?” McMurdo A5G SmartFind GPS EPIRB Every boat should have one! 406, GPS, Large Strobe Light, Manual Start

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EMERGENCY LOCATOR BEACONS Emergency location devices are often an item sadly neglected by trailer boat owners, but they should not be. They are however far more common in boats over 10m. There are many different options available, from EPIRBs with a signal that can be picked up by passing aircraft and will help to pinpoint your position for would-be rescuers, to AIS (Automatic Identification System) and PLBs (Personal Locator Beacon). There are many great products on the market and they start at surprisingly affordable prices. Personal locator beacons are very compact. The McMurdo Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon is an innovative manually activated personal safety device which incorporates both AIS and GPS technology. Smartfind S10 is waterproof to 60m, buoyant and compact. When activated the Smartfind S10 transmits a unique alert signal to the vessel the individual has come from and to all AIS enabled equipment within a typical 4-mile range, signalling that help is required in a man overboard or lost diver situation. The GME ME’s MT410 is available with or without an integrated GPS option, offer a massive 7-year battery replacement life, and a 7-year warranty. The MT410 also features a high intensity flashing LED and a ‘Non Hazmat’ battery pack for simple and cost effective transportation. McMurdo FF220 Mini PLB with GPS and 24 hr battery is a compact pocket-size 406 MHz PLB, which weighs just 150g and once activated, the distress beacon will obtain a GPS position, send out a signal for help, and continue to transmit for at least 24 hours. Kannads SafeLink SOLO GPS PLB is designed to be carried with you at all times, is waterproof to 10m and easy to activate. This is a PLB that gives you great value for money and a real alternative to distress flares. Compact light and durable, the SafeLink Solo is waterproof to 10m, has a 50-channel integral GPS and a minimum 24-hour continuous operation. An EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) is used to alert search and rescue services in the event of an emergency. It does this by transmitting a coded message on the 406 MHz distress frequency via satellite and earth stations to the nearest rescue coordination centre. Some EPIRBs also have built-in GPS which enables the rescue services to locate accurately you to +/50 metres. Some examples are: The McMurdo G5 Auto Float Free EPIRB with GPS is a 406 MHz

McMurdo 220 FastFind GPS PLB, small, light, tough, 406, GPS, Floats, Waterproof, SOS Strobe 175grams, powerful. McMurdo S20 AIS Auto activation Man Overboard beacon. Can be fitted to auto inflation PFDs Places icon on your AIS chart plotter McMurdo S10 AIS Man Overboard and Diver Recovery System Waterproof to 60 metres

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The Odeo LED flare light looks like a pyro from 5 miles and doesn’t have a dangerous flame. The Raymarine Ray49 is a compact fixed mount DSC VHF radio ideal for smaller boats.

A pair of binoculars is another piece of equipment that should be on the safety list. EPIRB designed to operate with the COSPASSARSAT international search and rescue system with the addition of an integral 12 channel GPS receiver. The Auto Float Free Housing meets SOLAS requirements and will automatically deploy the EPIRB when submerged to a depth lower than 2 - 4metres in the sea. The addition of a GPS receiver to the EPIRB ensures that the exact position of a casualty is relayed to the rescue services. This can, in turn, improve the speed of recovery by updating the position of the beacon at regular intervals. The GME MT600G features a 66 channel GPS receiver with top mounted Quad helix antenna. Thanks to this technology, locating the beacon is faster and more accurate. In an emergency, being found quickly could save your life. Compact and lightweight, the GPS equipped MT600G is easy to install in any vessel, utilising the specially designed quick release mounting bracket. The MT600G features zero warm-up digital technology and an automatically deployed antenna. Kannad’s SafeLink EPIRB comes as an ultra compact unit, with built-in high accuracy GPS for enhanced position location as standard. You can choose from two models: one with manual deployment bracket and the other with auto deployment housing that includes a hydrostatic release unit. Features include, integral 20-channel GPS, high brightness LED flashing locator light, 48-hour transmission once activated and 6-year battery life. LISTEN UP The VHF radio is another must-have item, be it a handheld or fixed unit and this can be complemented by a mobile phone, which

today provides reasonable coverage in most major boating areas. As saltwater and mobile phones don’t mix, keep your phone in a plastic bag, or better still a specially designed waterproof cover. There are plenty of brands of VHFs to pick from and they vary in price, depending on features and benefits. Also, remember if you have an electrical fire then your fixed mounted VHF will probably no longer work so that no mayday call can be sent. After this, it’s the EPIRB, a cell phone or a VHF handheld. SEEING AHEAD A pair of binoculars is another piece of equipment that should be on the safety list. Chances are you’ll see your rescuers before they see you, and you can then make sure they know where you are by repeating your signal, firing another flare, etc. There are brands that are fully waterproof and even float. The new generation of water sports binoculars is equipped with a digital compass and tilt function to determine the height of viewed objects and their distance. FLASH FLASH FLASH Flashing strobe lights are excellent signalling devices both during the day and at night and even something shiny that catches the reflection of the sun that can attract the attention of a passing vessel is a good safety item. All you need is one thing that can attract attention to your predicament and there’s little likelihood of your life being in danger. There are some great units on the market now, such as the Odeo LED flare light that looks like a pyro from 5 miles and doesn’t have a dangerous flame. The McMurdo S10 AIS man overboard unit and diver recovery system

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is waterproof to 60m and is designed to be activated in the event of a man overboard situation or other personal crew emergencies. The unit is activated and deactivated with a simple twist of the orange cap. The S10 features a high precision GPS and it will transmit position information and a serialised identity number back to your vessel’s onboard plotter, enabling you to be quickly located and recovered. The XENEC strobe light comes with and armband and C Cell Battery and the ACR Firefly strobe and Xenec SL15 are neat units that have a bright white light that can be seen for many miles. Again depending on the complexity of the unit, depends on the price. LUXURY OF A LIFERAFT Liferafts come in a wide varied of sizes, with the most popular in the recreational market being 4, 6 or 8 person as they are compact and small enough to fit on boats over 10m. There are smaller 2-3 person liferafts that stow in a soft valise and are ideal for the larger trailer boats. However, it’s not a piece of safety equipment that most trailer boats would have aboard. If you are going to look at a liferaft, again there are some excellent brands available. The first thing is to make sure they are ‘Type” approved and pass the required safety standards. You have the option of coastal liferafts which are designed for those who never venture too far off the coast, to offshore versions that are suitable if you intend passage making across open oceans. Life rafts are inflated by compressed gas, usually nitrogen and CO2, stored in a highpressure cylinder. When the inflation lanyard is pulled, a valve releases the gas into the

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Liferafts come in a wide varied of sizes, with the most popular in the recreational market being 4, 6 or 8 person.

Fire is probably the worst that can happen at sea because so much used in the construction and equipping of the boat is flammable.

No matter what size your boat, having a medical kit aboard is a very good idea, such as those available from MedAire.

inflatable chamber(s). The resulting inflated shape may be square, pentagonal, hexagonal, octagonal, elongated octagonal, etc. Most have a protective canopy supported by one or more inflatable tubes. If you do most of your boating within easy VHF radio or cell phone range, and in proximity to Search and Rescue (SAR) assets from the Coast Guard or other agencies, then you may not need a raft, but you might consider having an inflatable or rigid dinghy available for rapid deployment. FIRE FIRE FIRE Fire is probably the worst that can happen at sea because so much used in the construction and equipping of the boat is flammable. It also happens suddenly and so it is essential that action is taken immediately and that it is the right action. A fine spray of water can be effective against an electrical fire, but don’t throw water on a petrol or galley fire. Keep a foam, dry powder or CO2 fire extinguisher in the cockpit and not in the cabin where it may not be easily reached. There are a number of nice compact units available that are suitable for marine use. Ideally, it should have a minimum capacity of 1kg, 2-3 kgs would be better and come with a plastic mounting bracket. If you have an inboard engine, then you might also consider an in-built system that can be activated either

manually with the push of a button or with an automatic activation system. Remember that petrol can flash at any temperature, diesel at 66ºC and most oils at 232ºC. The only real answer to a fire at sea is to prevent it happening. That means regular inspection, maintenance and cleaning of the electrical and fuel systems. Most of today’s high-tech outboards and sterndrives don’t have carburettors anymore, so the risk of a flashback fire is exceedingly low. Also, the wiring looms are such that electrical fires in new trailer boats are also very rare. However they do happen and it pays to be ready just in case, especially if you have an older boat, with wiring that may be a little suspect. MEDICAL KIT No matter what size your boat having a medical kit aboard is a very good idea. This can be a small unit with the very basics such as plasters, gauze, scissors, bandages and iodine or something that is more substantial. The standard in onboard care, MedAire MedKits include equipment and medications for responding to common medical concerns and life threatening incidents. The company produce a broad range of specialist marine medical kits that go right through from the very basic to the more complex and even the

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ULTIMATE 21 BOAT TEST

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This new brand is set to target buyers who want alloy’s advantages and GRP’s good looks. Mike Rose checks out what’s so special about the Ultimate 21. 58 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MARCH / APRIL 2016

HE latest addition to what many would see as an already very crowded aluminium boat market has very high aspirations. It wants to be the best. ounded late in , ltimate oats is off to a rollicking start. It already has three . m vessels either in the water or close to launching and has a . m weekender on the drawing board. Ultimate is the brainchild of marine industry veteran, Mark Presnall. He believed there was a gap at the top end of the market: for a vessel that boasted the good looks and soft ride of a GRP boat combined with the efficiency, easy

The Ultimate 21 is a good looking well performing aluminium boat designed to appeal to buyers who might otherwise choose a GRP craft.

towing and hardiness of an alloy craft. â€œI wanted to target the GRP buyer who wants alloy, he e plains. To achieve his aim he contracted an experienced alloy boat designer and naval architect, whose brief was for a goodlooking, soft riding hull, solidly constructed and stable at rest. he response was a . m hull with a beam of 2.49m, a shallow 18deg deadrise at the curved transom, a fine entry and a -litre ooding keel. At the Sulphur Point launching ramp in Tauranga, the third Ultimate 21 makes a pre y spectacular sight on its custom G A

alloy trailer. A twin a le braked trailer made locally, the G A is an impressive piece of kit, was specially chosen by the owner. An nduro trailer is standard. The new Ultimate 21, so new it had not yet been named, is certainly a good looking vessel with grey topsides and white cabin and hardtop. Although the actual cabin is quite compact, there is enough room for a chemical toilet under the infill between the bunks. While this owner has chosen not to have a screening curtain, Mark says one is usually fi ed for privacy.

AIMING HIGH As one would e pect with a vessel aimed at the high end of the market, there is no bare alloy visible. Most is covered with either black or grey frontrunner and the li le remaining has been painted white. There is good stowage in the shelves on either side and in lockers under the bunks. There is also an easy-to-screw-off panel giving access to the back of the helm. The twin pedestal chairs are Easy Rider on Softrider pedestals. hey are very comfortable and come with hinge-down bolsters, meaning they cater for all sizes WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 59

ULTIMATE 21 BOAT TEST and for both those who like to sit or stand. Although the standard engine for the ltimate is a ercury hp -stroke outboard, this owner has instead selected a Su uki hp -stroke. t s two gauges provide all the engine, speed and fuel consumption information needed while a Garmin S covers everything else. The dash is of the simple, cleanlooking variety with just the DC panel including switches for the wiper, the LED spotlight and the LED lights in the hardtop , the and the controls for the Lectrotab trim tabs and Maxwell R windlass. A usion luetooth stereo has been situated on the side bulkhead of the cabin, meaning it can be accessed by the driver, the passenger or anyone in the cabin. An a ractive black and fau timber footrest completes the picture. While hardtops are a wonderful development and more common on this size of boat than not, they do pose a challenge in terms of air ow, especially on hot windlass days. My preferred option is to counter this with opening side windows, but Mark strongly disagrees. He believes side windows often don’t open far enough to be effective and have a tendency to leak. Instead, he has chosen to install two small opening hatches on the roof. At present, these open backwards in the traditional manner but he intends to switch this around for future models to drag in air ow at both low and high speeds. he current design works well at speed but is considerably less effective when idling and mooching around.) STOWAGE GALORE That quibble aside, there is much more to admire on the Ultimate 21. The side pockets, for example, run right from the transom to the cabin, a feature I do not recall seeing before. he cockpit oor is worthy of mention, too. Like the footrest, it is Seadeck, a teak and rubber lookalike that is really comfortable to stand and walk upon, with a spongy, absorbent feel. Under this is a large stowage locker. This can be left as a large single compartment as this owner has chosen to do or divided in two a wet and a dry locker, perhaps . The owner has also chosen to install two IcyTek seat bins, complete with squabs in the aft starboard quarter of the cockpit. These are held in place by a rope and can be moved out of the way when fishing. hile they are undoubtedly handy and look good, they do have one drawback. Behind them, the transom locker is usually opened with large plastic knobs that are quick and easy to remove. Positioning the seat bins ush to the transom, however, means there

is no room for the bo om knobs. nstead ordinary screws have been used to secure the bo om of the hatch cover and these take considerably longer to take out. Mark says those who opt for the current owner’s layout can replace the single removable panel with plastic hatches to solve this problem. However, he believes the single panel is the be er choice as it making servicing so much easier. To be fair, one would not have to access the transom locker very often. While it houses the twin ba eries, the windlass reset and the fuel filter the la er sensibly in a completely separate compartment), the often-used ba ery isolating switch is outside and therefore freely accessible. Next to the transom, under the step out to the platform, there is a live bait tank and, to the side, a washdown pump and hose. On top of the transom, in pride of place, is an ltimate bait station. An optional extra, it consists of a black powder coated base, complete with pull-out tackle drawer, an inset timber bait board and four-rod holders. There are a further two rod holders in each of the coamings, with a stylish drink holder set between them. There are a further 6 rod holders up in an integral rocket launcher. A classy affair, this a standard feature on the Ultimate 21 and that’s how it looks, too. hereas many add-on launchers are somewhat bulky and look almost like an afterthought which in some cases they are , this is a low profile unit painted the same white as the hardtop, with a centrally positioned tow eye and a spotlight all standard) for good measure. Other notable features are wide side

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decks and carefully positioned amidships bollards for springs , the -litre ooding keel and, of course, a drop-down boarding ladder. QUICK MOVER Although ark was keen to show off the Ultimate’s rough water capabilities, the weather gods had other ideas, at least initially. While we waited for the afternoon sea breeze to kick in we headed up harbour, to conduct our speed and fuel tests and get some photos from the wharf on Matakana Island. n the lovely at water, the hp Su ukipowered Ultimate proved a quick mover, accelerating easily onto the plane and moving effortlessly through the rev range. ruising at rpm, we were doing . knots and using lph. p at rpm, the speed was 28 knots and fuel consumption . lph. ammer down rpm , we hit a ippy knots, but not une pectedly consumption jumped to 67 lph). Judicious use of the engine trim and the tabs kept us on an even keel, although to be honest, the Ultimate seemed surprisingly unaffected by the side wind, despite its relatively high sides. Tight turning at speed was also not a problem, the hull behaving predictably no ma er how sharply we turned the wheel. Backing up hard was also no problem. Those with young children, bad backs or simply a distaste for hard pounding will be pleased to learn that the Ultimate is happy to plane right down to knots. Photos and speed tests complete, we headed out of the harbour and encountered a typical summer afternoon’s confused chop,

Take a look

6 1. The cockpit features full length side lockers, uber-comfortable Seadeck flooring and plenty for room for fishers and divers. 2. A livebait well lives under the step in the walkthrough transom. 3. The Ultimate 21â€™s 200hp four-stroke Suzuki powers the 6.35m 1800kg vessel to a top speed of 41 knots. 4. Fishers are well catered for with plenty of well-positioned rod holders, a custom baitboard, livebait well, removable cushioned ice bins and a huge underfloor locker. 5. The fully lined cabin has plenty of stowage and a toilet under the centre squab. 6. The twin batteries and fuel filter are kept separate and servicing is easy with a large single cover plate. WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 61

ULTIMATE 21 BOAT TEST Ultimate Boats owner Mark Presnall enjoys showing off his third creation in just 6 months on a calm Tauranga Harbour.

not huge but with enough unpredictable holes to reassure us that the Ultimate is easily able to cope with such conditions. Proudly, Mark points out that, in these sorts of conditions, the hull actually performs be er the faster it goes. And it did, especially upwind where it literally leapt across the tops, completely avoiding the troughs. Downwind, the Ultimate seemed to track very assuredly with the bow staying safe and high.

CONCLUSION Given how many aluminium boat builders there now are in New Zealand, Mark Presnall is either a very inspired man or a very brave one. Although it is obviously too early yet to tell, the evidence so far would seem to suggest the former. Three boats in under six months is a very impressive start and Mark clearly has his targeting bang on. hile he does offer packages from , , this boat, with its custom alloy trailer,

SPECIFICATIONS

PERFORMANCE DATA

Make & Model: Ultimate 21 Manufacturer: Ultimate Boats Priced from: $90,000 Price as tested: $120,000 Type: Trailer boat Construction: 6mm / 4mm LOA . m Beam: 2.49m Deadrise: 18 degrees Height on trailer: 2.9m Trailerable weight: 1800kg Test Power: hp Su uki S Propeller: Power Options: Outboard HP Range: hp Fuel capacity: 180 litres Trailer G A

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hp outboard and numerous e tras , is at the very top of the company’s price range. With a price tag of $120,000, it is also at the top end for an aluminium boat of this size. Mark’s aim was to achieve the hightest posible level of uality and finish in alloy, and he has certainly achieved that. However, that just seems to prove Mark’s belief that there are discerning owners prepared to pay the extra for what he now has on offer.

NOTABLE STANDARD ITEMS Alloy rocket launcher, buoyancy tanks, hydraulic steering, VHF radio.

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Custom bait board, alloy custom trailer, Seadek flooring system and side deck covering, live bait tank, toilet, Maxwell RC6 winch, wiper, Garmin 1020XS, washdown, Fusion stereo, GFAB trailer. Contact: Ultimate Boats, Mark Presnall 021 1380 870 sales@ultimateboats.co.nz www.ultimateboats.co.nz

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ALASKA 47 / AUSTRALIA The Alaska 47 sedan is the latest version of the Alaska Range with an extended hull which includes a 40% bigger integral swim platform. This sedan cruiser provides all of the living and entertaining on the one level with only three steps in the whole boat. The stainless saloon doors open wide along with dual flip-up rear windows to bring the outside in. Dual side doors in conjunction with two stainless steel sunroofs have increased natural ventilation and the new cockpit control station makes the tasks of docking a breeze. Accommodation now boasts a master stateroom with island queen-size berth amidships with its own ensuite offering less movement and water noise than conventional forward cabin boats. The second cabin forward has two large single bunks and loads of storage with a guest bathroom to port. The 47 Sedan is a renowned sea keeping vessel, powered by a pair of Cummins QSB-6.7L- 480hp engines giving a WOT speed of 27 knots and cruise at 18 Knots. Leigh-Smith Yachts, Ph +61 (07) 5577 9200, sales@lsyachts.com.au, www.lsyachts.com.au

AZIMUT ATLANTIS 34 / ITALY The Atlantis 34 features a sharp, fast-looking bow, a swept-back rakish windscreen and superstructure, oblique cabin and cockpit

windows and a stylishly-simple black-on-white exterior. The Atlantis 34’s cockpit is obviously one for those who enjoy al fresco relaxing. A large lounger, ending in an aft-facing sloping backrest, occupies the entire port side, as well as running three-quarters of the way across the transom. Perhaps the Atlantis 34’s most prominent feature is its full-width canvas sunroof. As is the case with many vessels of this size, the Atlantis 34’s cabin serves a dual purpose: as a saloon during the day and, for those who like to overnight, as a main or secondary cabin. There is also a separate cabin down under the cockpit sole. The separate cabin features a low-to-the-ground double berth, a mirrored hanging locker, stalk reading lights and handy stowage behind the headboard and to the side. With a pair of Volvo 220s, you can expect a top speed of 33 knots. Grant Saunders, Vining Marine (09) 377-6602/021 0265-1470, azimutyachts.co.nz

BAVARIA E40 / GERMANY Released at the recent boot 2016 Düsseldorf boat show, Bavaria’s all new E40 is being marketed as an economic, ecologic, exploring, efficient and emotional. Vessel… hence the E name. The E40 will be available in both a sedan and fly and alternatively in a 2- or 3-cabin layout. The spacious salon has a central helm, a well-furnished galley with cooker, stove and a big fridge and all encased with 360-degree views of the sea. The owner’s suite is in the forepeak, with large windows and big hatches in the deck to create a bright ambience in the owner´s cabin. Besides a king-size bed, the owner will also have an own bathroom. As a semi-displacement motor yacht, the Bavaria E40 is designed not for speed, but more for economical cruising. The E40 is available with 3 engine options (75hp, 150hp or 300hp). Busfield Marine Brokers, Ph +64 9 376 4006, Christine@busfieldmarine. co.nz, www. bavariayachts.com

BACK COVE DOWNEAST 37 – USA While the Downeast 37 may look like a sedate gentleman’s cruiser, it is really a bit of a hot rod. Like all Back Cove models, a single propeller shaft runs in a shallow pocket which helps reduce the draft and running angle. The Back Cove Downeast 37 breathes a quiet elegance in an understated way. The Downeast 37 answers a lot of your needs for a large cockpit day boat, with the occasional overnight, but with a focus on entertaining a large group of friends. The wheelhouse area is split between a starboard side helm, port side dinette and extra lounge seating. The inlaid

BELIZE 52 – AUSTRALIA Built in Taiwan for Australian company Belize Motor Yachts, this outstanding vessel is based on the principle of quality first. The bespoke Belize Motoryacht line is inspired by classic, timeless style, incorporating traditionalism with Australian practicality. While initially the only power option was twin Cummins Zeus, they are now available with the more powerful Volvo Penta IPS600s. The boat feels incredibly substantial in scale: the handrails are big and ship-like, the bulwarks and the wide side decks make moving around the exterior of

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the yacht very easy and comfortable. Everything is well proportioned and feels substantial. The saloon is easily described as being social and with its teak flooring throughout is ready made tough and durable. High windows and plenty of glass mean you have great all-round visibility. The Belize 52 is offered in either a two- or three-cabin layout, but to date, all have been three-cabin, two-bathroom. Riviera Australia, Ph +61 7 5502 5555, info@riviera.com.au, www.rivieraaustralia.com

BENETEAU GRAN TURISIMO 40 / FRANCE The Gran Turisimo 40 is one of four models in the Gran Turisimo range, the others being the GT 34, GT 44 and GT 49. The latest creation by designers Nuvolari and Lenard, the GT40 features Beneteau’s latest Air Step technology, the GT40’s planing hull gives you speeds of up to 35 knots. Both protective and open - thanks to its sliding side windows, hardtop and fully opening glazed door, the spacious cockpit happily accommodates plenty of people. The extra large bathing platform, equipment and accessories are well suited to water sports, be it swimming, diving or fishing. The layout of the lower deck provides an unusual feeling of space on a boat of this size. There are two cabins, one forward with a large double berth and a separate aft cabin with twin singles. There is also a fully equipped galley, dining area and a spacious bathroom, that encourage extended cruises with family and friends. Family Boats, Ph +64 09-274 0511, sales@familyboats.co.nz, familyboats.co.nz

CARVER C37 / USA Within her sleek lines and flawless profile, the C37 Coupe has an unmatched level of comfort that will make her your true home-away-fromhome. Aboard this two-deck yacht, you’ll find a thoughtfully designed galley, an airy salon filled with natural light, two spacious staterooms with impressive amenities and abundant seating, and a remarkable 2m of headroom. Once you open the saloon’s dual doors, the helm, saloon, and galley become part of one, single-level, indoor/outdoor living space for entertaining, relaxing, and simply enjoying life on the water. The C37 is more than a cruising yacht, she’s also a performer. Her standard twin MerCruiser 377 Magnum Bravo Three, SeaCore stern-drive engines ensure an exhilarating top speed, while her planing hull with its 3.96m beam delivers a stable, smooth, and dry ride for all aboard. Sports Marine, Auck Ph +64 09 274 9918, Chch +64 03 379 9208, scottw@sportsmarine.co.nz, www.sportsmarine.co.nz

DICKEY SEMIFLY 40 / NEW ZEALAND Dickey Boats have a reputation for producing high-quality alloy boats from both stock and custom designs. Currently still in design stages, the Semifly 40 is typical of the classic sports fisher boat design, that Dickey Boats portray. Designed to fit into a 12m marina berth, the Semifly 40 is available with single shaft drive or twin IPS. Like all Semifly models the interior and layout will be flexible but, as you would expect, this vessel will also have an impressive interior volume for its size. Envisaged as a twin cabin layout for family or friends it could also be configured as an open layout for a couple. Dickey Boats, Ph +64 6 834 1310, info@dickeyboats.com, www.dickeyboats.com

CLIPPER HUDSON BAY 39 / CHINA Clipper’s Hudson Bay range of traditional ‘downeast’ style sedan cruisers are reminiscent of a lobster boat, but hidden within that ageless exterior is a style and layout that is modern and practical. All seven of the Hudson Bay sedan range provide a natural layout that effortlessly blends outdoor and indoor living spaces making them ideally suited for day cruising, weekending or extended cruising. The accommodation is well suited for two couples or a couple and two kids in two separate cabin areas. The Hudson Bay 39 comes standard with a new generation 8V 370 HP Yanmar shaft drive electronic diesel power and returns a top speed just shy of 21 knots with a comfortable cruise around 16 knots. Clipper Motor Yachts Australia, Ph +61 7 5519 4019, brett@clippermotoryachts.com.au, www.clippermotoryachts.com.au

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of all worlds. While capable of 30 knots, like all Eastbays before her, she is also a sturdy and comfortable cruising yacht. The 44 will feature light and bright interiors, a huge aft deck configured for ample seating, and onboard storage and accommodation options that will amaze. Configured with the galley up, the 44 Eastbay can fit three great cabins or two queen-sized cabins. An expansive utility room looks after your cruising extras such as a washer & dryer. Grand Banks Yachts, Ph: +60 7251-7488, gbmy@grandbanks.com, www.grandbanks.com

GREENLINE 33 / SLOVENIA The Greenline 33 is engineered and built in northern Slovenia and comes packed with modern technology. It is available in both standard diesel shaft drive or hybrid greenâ€™ mode. The Greenline Hybrid Solar is capable of collecting, storing and using power from the sun. For cruising, the main propulsion is the diesel, just like in a hybrid car the engine does most of the driving. Top speed with the standard 75-hp diesel is 10 knots, with a range of 700 nautical miles at 7 knots. A 165-hp diesel is optional and boosts top speed to 15 knots. The single level living space protects you from the elements while you gaze at the panoramic views. And luxuries like a huge fridge and freezer and full-size beds make this cruiser home from home. Putting the small galley way aft means it can serve the cockpit as well. The aft door opens wide to integrate indoors and out. Hybrid Boats, Ph +64 9 4242997, richard@hybridboats.co.nz, www.hybridboats.co.nz

by dual Volvo IPS drives for improved fuel economy, better performance, reduced draft, and increased interior volume. The dynamic exterior features a refined and streamlined profile with continuous style lines and unbroken profile. The oversized windshield provides for improved visibility from the lower helm and also creates a spectacular overhead skylight for the on deck dining area. The large main deck side windows flow into a uniquely streamlined effect that maximises the natural lighting and compliments the custom interior LED lights for optimal lighting day or night. Horizon Motor Yachts Australia, Ph: +61 7 5577 9009, sales@hmya.com.au, www.hmya.com.au

JEANNEAU NC 14 / FRANCE Jeanneau offers three models in the NC range and three other sedan style boats that are sold under the Leader name. The NC14 is the largest of the NC range and come with an interesting design by Camillo and Vittorio Garroni. The NC 14 offers large daytime living spaces, including a dining area and a very attractive galley. These are arranged around a very spacious deck saloon and feature a floor plan designed on a single level. Accessible by a comfortable corridor, the evening living spaces offer surprising volume in the cabins, the head and shower compartments, and a true walk-in closet. With a pair of 370-hp IPS500 Volvo Penta engines, the NC 14 will

INTEGRITY 460 GRAND SEDAN / CHINA The Integrity 460 Grand Sedan is the first semi-displacement boat from Integrity Motor Yachts. There is a certain refinement about the 460 Grand Sedan that sets it apart from the rest of the Integrity fleet. Starting with the 460 and 490 models, the Grand Sedan range offers a variation on the traditional layout and extra sophistication in the finishes from the existing Integrity range. The rearranged saloon, galley and helm areas still feature the open plan entertaining style layout, but with a few design enhancements to create an inviting, comfortable living space. The Integrity 460 is a two cabin, one bathroom layout, whereas the 490 Grand Sedan is a three cabin two bathroom, with a separate en-suite for the ownerâ€™s cabin. The 460 Grand Sedan achieves 17 knots, with a 480hp Cummins QSB 5.9 480. This is a boat that lends itself to casual, unpretentious cruising, with all the necessary comforts. Integrity Motor Yachts (Australia), Ph: 1300 798 735, brett@integrityboats.com.au, www.integrityboats.com.au Laurie Collins Marine (New Zealand), Ph +64 09 376 6331, wayne@lcw.co.nz, www.lauriecollins.co.nz

reach a top speed of close to 32 knots. Orakei Marine, Ph +64 9 524 8444, sales@orakeimarine.co.nz, www.orakeimarine.co.nz

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ICON R416 / NEW ZEALAND Designed by Scott Robson, the ICON 416, Eva Anne, is an alloy custom build that is a seriously cool sports fisher, incorporating plenty of luxury appointments. It is very typical of the custom boats built by ICON Custom Boats, who also build powercats and flybridge cruisers. The emphasis on the layout and appointments is primarily for day tripping but overnighting or extended cruising would be most comfortable in Eva Anne. The equipment list certainly helps towards taking away a lot of the hardships of being at sea for some time, such as the watermaker, genset, dive compressor and even the Webasto diesel heater for those cold winter evenings in the Sounds or a planned trip to Fiordland. Construction is all-alloy, with 8mm plate on the bottom, and 5mm on the topsides. Icon Custom Boats Ltd, Ph +64 03 3133560, gary@iconbrands.co.nz, www.iconcustomboats.co.nz

vanity/study. With the helm and saloon all on the same level, the S58 is ideal for those who live in waterways with low bridges. Opening sunroof, side windows and bi-fold doors ensure this entertainerâ€™s dream is perfect for those lazy days cruising the waterways. The aft galley is of generous proportions with ample storage and bi-fold doors opening out to the spacious cockpit entertaining area. Maritimo Offshore, Ph: +61 7 5588 6000, ghaines@maritimo.com.au, www.maritimo.com.au

MONTEREY 360SC / TBC Adorned with cleverly designed seating, unlimited amenities and superior entertainment arrangements, both above and below deck, the 360SC is truly a superbly equipped sedan. The new 360SC Coupe features a masterfully designed helm station with dual electric sliding helm/companion seats, dual wet bars, located both port and starboard, and an open seating area with L-lounge and cockpit table. Below deck a luxuriously appointed cabin awaits you

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MUSTANG 50 / AUSTRALIA Released in 2011, the Mustang 50 is based on the same hull and superstructure as the Maritimo 50, but with a very different interior. The Mustang 50 is a three-cabin, two-bathroom vessel with a large aft deck and fully enclosed saloon. Power is a pair of Volvo Penta IPS 600s. With its single-level layout, the Mustang 50 has its saloon opening out completely to the aft cockpit as one space with bi-fold aluminium framed glass doors. A fully-equipped L-shaped aft galley serves guests both outside and in and the saloon, forward of the galley, demonstrates the design team’s focus, with shining gloss teak highlights, muted fabric wallpapers and contrasting French-stitched pelmets on either side. The Mustang 50’s saloon also has an optional electrically-operated sunroof overhead, allowing guests and skipper to take full advantage of the fresh air and sunshine. Maritimo Offshore, Ph: +61 7 5588 6000, ghaines@maritimo.com.au, www.maritimo.com.au

NEXT GENERATION EURO 53 / NEW ZEALAND Based on the ever-popular style of the Euro 49, the Euro 53 is derived from a totally new hull with more overall length and almost 1m more beam. From the luxurious saloon with all-round visibility to the unique cockpit

design, the high-quality Salthouse finish is evident throughout. Entertaining flows easily from inside to out. This superb design includes an alfresco dining area, boarding platform with live bait tanks, optional day heads and plenty of storage space. The Euro 53 boasts a generous cockpit, with ample seating space and an extended duckboard suitable for great fishing. The boat can comfortably sleep 7 to 8 (depending on berth configuration) with custom layouts also available. Salthouse Next Generation Boats, Ph: 09 888 8118, dean@salthousecorsair.co.nz, www.salthousecorsair.co.nz

PALM BEACH PB50 / AUSTRALIA They don’t come much better than this and with numerous awards for excellence, the builders Palm Beach Motor Yachts have established an enviable international reputation for quality and craftsmanship to the highest standards. The PB50 is one of six boats in the Palm Beach sedan cruise range, the others being the PB45, PB55 and the superb PB65. Since its introduction in 2001, close to 30 PB 50s have been built. The interior décor of the PB50 accented by an expanse of Burmese teak is complemented by fine leather upholstery, solid Caesar Stone counter tops and custom carpet, all created to the highest standards. Large powered windows on both sides retract to provide fresh air and every available space is utilised for storage. The PB50 is available in single or twin cabin single ensuite layout. Palm Beach Motor Yachts, Ph + 61 2 4389 1244, mr@pbmy.com.au, www.pbmotoryachts.com

RIVIERA 5400 SPORT / AUSTRALIA Riviera Australia has announced a new model for its Sport Yacht collection. The Riviera team has adopted a totally fresh-thinking approach with this new model. Stepping on to the wide hydraulic boarding platform you’ll immediately notice the tender garage, the door of which opens at the touch of a button. The cockpit features a large forward-facing transom lounge and an electric sliding sunroof to bring extra sunlight and fresh air into the alfresco area when desired. The 5400’s galley

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WHITEHAVEN 6000 COUPE – AUSTRALIA Ideal for those looking for a single level, stylish appearance and superb performance, the Whitehaven Coupe series delivers Whitehaven’s customary internal elegance with a performance you would expect from a European marque. Few motor yachts in this category can boast the immaculate finish, architecturally inspired open plan layouts and powerhouse long or short range cruising performance delivered by the 5700 or 6000 Coupes. Superyacht construction and precision engineering ensure smooth performance in all conditions. Multiple accommodation layouts are available, along with a unique contemporary galley saloon flowing out to a Euro-style cockpit. A consistent feature of the range is the impressive full-beam master stateroom offering a luxury, space and stability in all conditions. Full gloss or satin timber finish are options, complemented by a broad selection of premium Ultra Leathers in the headliners and seating. Whitehaven Motor Yachts (Australia), Ph 1300 758 896, keith@wmy.com.au, www.whitehavenmotoryachts.com.au Laurie Collins Marine (New Zealand), +64 09 376 6331, wayne@lcw.co.nz, www.lauriecollins.co.nz

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MULTITASKING Six years after Riviera launched their first 43 Open Flybridge, Barry Thompson returned to the Gold Coast to see what had changed. Would it be de ja vu or was the latest 43 Open Flybridge a whole new deal?

HEN the Riviera pen lybridge was launched back in 2010, it was hailed as being dramatically different from previous ybridge models. t embraced the latest trends in cruiser design and manufacturing and it was said that the boat typified and reinforced Rivieraâ€™s commitment to the future. he Riviera had been transformed from the humble, open ybridge concept that the company were renowned for full with aft bulkheads with a single cockpit door and galley forward) and turned it into

a genuine up-market family-orientated cruiser. It was a boat that you could still fish from but the big change was the open ow-through from the cockpit to the saloon, which while today is the norm, was back then a big change for Riviera. Si years, new company owners and , pen lybridge boats later, this e tremely popular model has evolved into a muchimproved version of what, for its day was an outstandingly modern and pragmatic design. When I turned up at Runaway Bay to go aboard the latest Riviera , wasn t sure

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what to expect. Riviera had told me that there had been a lot of developments over the years and that the latest edition was a very much different boat from the one this maga ine had reviewed back in . So whatâ€™s changed in six years? Lots! In fact, inside it is now a very different boat. GALLEY AFT The main change has been the way the saloon has been configured, with the galley now moved aft from the original position forward on the port side. This has been replaced with a wet bar area

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and breakfast bar with two removable bar stools. ertainly a be er layout and far more practical. If you prefer to do your driving from inside sometimes, then this space can be configured with an internal helm instead. There is now a closer synergy between the food prep area and the cockpit and main dining areas. The U-shape galley features a very generous size Corian benchtop with electric cooktop, trash bin, stainless steel sink and storage cabinets and drawers above and below. Under bench is a two drawer fridge/freezer and convection microwave oven. An P

dishwasher is optional. Opposite and in the same position as previously, is the dining area with a folding table with an adjustable pedestal surrounded by a U-shape leather covered lounge. This also doubles as an extra berth for those extra guests. The saloon is festooned with LED overhead lighting and kept at the right temperature with a 16000 BTU air-con system. Commercial grade hard wearing ooring is used on the sole. A cool feature is the rod storage locker in the headlining and a recessed stainless handrail. There is an entertainment centre

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a private ensuite or allows day head access with aft cabin privacy. The plush master stateroom is located forward with an ensuite bathroom. Storage is provided in twin hanging lockers, overhead cabinets and in under bunk drawers. The queen size bed has easy walkaround and handy side tables. OPEN FLYBRIDGE t s a pleasant change to find an open ybridge boat of this si e and as Riviera have found out, not everyone wants to be fully enclosed. he pen lybridge has a solid GRP hardtop on stainless steel supports with an opening hatch, grab rail and overhead lighting. This is then surrounded by removable Strataglass, so you can get the full effect of an entirely enclosed hardtop and also the weather protection when required. Access is via a ladder from the cockpit, which features open treads, so the sightlines from inside are not impeded. I found the design of the ladder to be very user-friendly and easy to use. Nothing like the old stainless steps of the past. Upstairs the helm is placed well aft, so the skipper has a clear view of the cockpit and all the ‘corners’ of the boat. The ergonomically designed aft helm features a full array of instruments and controls and this is one area that you can stamp your

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signature on. The electronics package is owner’s choice and in this particular boat the owner had gone for a full Garmin package, his included Garmin s, autopilot, and open scan radar. f you are into serious sports fishing and want the very best systems for seeing what s under the boat, or plo ing your routes, then the helm allows for a couple of e tra large s, anked by all the rest of your nav and comm equipment. Seating is provided with twin Pompane e helm chairs and suede-upholstered lounges port and starboard around a forward entertaining area complete with table. There is also a portside bar module which includes a sink, hot and cold water and a fridge. COCKPIT COMFORT rom the minute you step onto the huge boarding platform, through the transom door with its lift-up bridge and into the cockpit you can’t help but be impressed. With the stainless steel sliding door slid back and the hopper window raised, the whole boat takes on a new dimension. he unified ow from the transom to the forward windscreen is obvious and it works so well. There are no separate none connected areas, which is also all one level. To starboard forward is an aft facing lounge on the mezzanine level with drawers

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underneath for storage and to port, at the base of the ybridge ladder is another fridge. Overhead a half rear awning adds a li le e tra shade when you are en oying your evening cocktails. Drop in a couple of loose chairs and a table and you have the perfect place for alfresco dining. he oating cockpit sole, is mounted on a gas strut and lifts to provide all-around access to the twin olvo Penta PS engines. Incorporated in the hatch are a couple of moulded fish bins with pump-out facilities. Riviera has thought ahead for those into their sports fishing, with the teak cockpit sole reinforced with an alloy plate for a fighting chair. Steps either side lead through to the full side decks, with high stainless coaming rails giving added security when going forward. POWER & PERFORMANCE he Riviera is based on a solid grp medium deadrise planing hull, the same as found under the S . othing tricky, just a well-proven design concept that works well and is one of the reasons why this boat is still so popular. Owner’s like the ride and handling, it’s that simple. I had a couple of opportunities to run the Riviera , firstly in the calm waters on the Broadwater and then we punched out into a big sea running through the seaway.

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RIVIERA 43FB IPS REVIEW ur particular boat was fi ed with an optional Seakeeper gyro stabiliser which is installed forward in the engine room. was keen to see ust what difference it made to the boat, so the big swell coming straight into the seaway was an ideal test bed. e ran from every angle, with the Seakeeper on and off and what a remarkable change in a itude. At speed or at rest, especially in the big side swells, when the Seakeeper was on, the Riviera was a different boat. Super stable and rock and roll free. When you are in a docking situation, the benefit of having then PS system comes into play, with either the joystick allowing you to manoeuvre uickly in confined spaces, with the twin pods working in tandem to crab the boat sideways or spin within its length. In the calm water, I managed to see around knots on the GPS and it felt nice and cruisey at around anything from 20-26 knots, depending on the sea state. The economy figures show that at rpm . knots, the fuel consumption is lph and gives a range of around nm. Interestingly the range doesnâ€™t change a lot at rpm, with around nm . knots. It was very apparent that the owner of Riviera was into his sports fishing with a pair of Reelax outriggers and a centre rigger plus a Reela lb fighting chair fi ed. At trolling speeds, the olvo Penta PS s are using less than lph and give a range of close to nm.

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Ole Evinrude the man who supposedly â€œinventedâ€? the whole outboard concept .

THE LIFE & DEATH

OF A LEGEND

TOP DOG TO UNDERDOG! Just over fifteen years ago, Outboard Marine Corporation (OMC), once the world’s largest manufacturer of outboard motors, filed for bankruptcy. How this legendary conglomerate went from being an international institution for much of the 20th century to a virtual also-ran at the birth of the 21st is still the source of much debate. Danny Casey argues that the industry has never been the same since.

REQUIEM FOR A HEAVYWEIGHT On New Year’s Eve, 2000, when I was a territory manager for a Japanese outboard manufacturer, I and my wife were enjoying a carefree, idyllic week mooching around the Bay of Islands when my phone rang with an international call - very rare in those days as international roaming wasn’t so commonplace and people tended to accept that you just weren’t available while on holiday. On the line was a successful Australian marine dealer, who had literally, over five decades, sold thousands of Johnson outboards. He asked me if I’d heard the news about OMC, which indeed I had, and he asked me to come see him as soon as possible as he thought he might need my help... This dealer had cautiously been starting to promote engines from the 4-stroke brand I then represented, and was offering them as a quirky and higher-priced alternative to the Johnsons he sold by the truckload. Whilst he was far from distraught (he was much too professional and measured to let emotion enter into it), I could tell he was shocked and worried about the future, as the OMC product on which he had built his livelihood would probably no longer take prime position in any reorganisation of the business. He asked for support with my product as he tried to realign the type of business he would subsequently run - a request with which I was more than happy to oblige. There is no doubt that it took the OMC bankruptcy to shake this dealer

from complacency and make him realise that perhaps there was a more sustainable future in specialised and upper-echelon products. WHAT WENT WRONG? How did a company that supplied over 50% of the outboard motors sold globally in the 1960s end up being virtually irrelevant by the end of the 1990s? This company had two magnificent brands: Evinrude (with a history as old as the outboard itself) and Johnson (at one time, in deepest Africa, the generic term for outboard motor was “Johnson”). They were also nimbly adept in identifying the need for a budget line to be sold in sportsman-type stores, so they introduced the ephemeral but expediently successful Gale brand in the mid-late 1950s. In OMC’s truly halcyon days during the 1960s, they also manufactured diversified products such as chainsaws (Pioneer), lawnmowers (Lawn Boy) and snowmobiles (Johnson Skee Horse and Evinrude Skeeter). This list of supplementary products is not complete, but it does illustrate the nous, ingenuity and capability OMC once had. Whereas its marketing efforts were always somewhat jumbled, confused and disjointed, it was a manufacturing company second to none, and its in-house production of key components like crankshafts, pistons, carburettors and electrical systems ensured it had, in its day, a rigorous quality-assurance programme which presciently preceded any such programmes introduced subsequently

by others in the late ’80 and early ‘90s. To plummet from the heady heights of world domination in the early 1960s to being a mere supporting player by the end of the 20th century took mishaps, follies, personality clashes, rash acquisitions along with an unbridled arrogance and a stubborn refusal to acknowledge – until much too late - that the Japanese were a genuine threat. One can only scratch the surface of why OMC finally went over the precipice and, as such, any observations, comments and opinions in this article will not be overly comprehensive, conclusive or definitive. But for those of us who grew up with, and used, what were arguably the best products of their type (and of their time) produced by any manufacturer in any industry, let’s try to understand how they went from top dog to underdog. THE PERSONALITIES To be relevant to the key period being chronicled, it is probably better to skip the really early stuff and jump to the mid-1930s. After all, nothing that happened in the early years of the 20th century has any bearing whatsoever on the demise of OMC just as the 21st century dawned. Of the main players who had amalgamated to become firstly the Outboard Marine and Manufacturing Company and subsequently Outboard Marine Corporation, the bestknown was probably Ralph Evinrude. He was the son of Ole Evinrude, who supposedly WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 85

and sell two products which are identical siblings but pitched as competitors. By and large, OMC was inordinately skilled at this, whereby – up until the mid-1990s at least – advertising material for each of their brands would in no way allude to the other or to the collective strength gained from having a large parent company. Even a layman would have opined that the marketing layout people and copywriters for each brand were probably different - maybe they were - but again with hindsight, anybody possessing even an ounce of business acumen would realise that these divergent, go-our-own-way branding strategies were ultimately unsustainable. “invented” the whole outboard concept – hotly disputed by Carl Kiekhaefer of Mercury, although that forms no part of this story. However, we will concede that Ole Evinrude invented the first commercially-viable outboard. Also central to the story are the Johnson brothers, Harry, Lou and Clarence (who had made and flown one of the first successful monoplanes), and Stephen F. Briggs (of Briggs and Stratton fame). Of the entire cast of characters, Briggs, although not an out-and-outboard “name”, should possibly be recognised as the most aggressive, farsighted and entrepreneurial of them all. Without Briggs, there would have been severe reluctance to forge ahead with then-alien concepts like the recoil starter, the separate fuel tank and remote controls. Also, in an effort to capitalise on OMC’s collective strength, it was Briggs who instigated – with huge internal resistance from those determined to protect each brand’s name and identity – the policy of integration in manufacture, where both brands were manufactured from the same components, in virtually the same configuration, by the same assembly procedures. The only differences were colour, cowling shape, styling and decals. It could be posited, therefore, that

Briggs was a successful proponent of “badge” engineering. EARLY WARNING SIGNS Hindsight being frequently regarded as a substitute for foresight, when one looks at the catastrophic results of badge engineering in the automotive industry, taking as an example a torpid, moribund black hole like BMC (Austin, Morris, Wolseley, Riley), and also noting how, due to product overlap, Chrysler dropped Plymouth and GM nixed Oldsmobile, it is a wonder that OMC prospered as it did for decades. The cost of maintaining multiple facilities must have been excruciatingly expensive, not to mention having to entirely change the paint in the spray vats - in the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s and for most of the ‘80s, Johnson and Evinrude outboards shared no likecoloured external parts whatsoever. Another business idiosyncrasy was that Johnson and Evinrude had, in North America at least, two entirely ways of getting their product into the hands of customers. Johnson went directly to its dealers whilst Evinrude used a strategic network of distributors who would service the dealers in their regions. It takes an exceptional (and ultimately frustratingly futile) amount of effort to market

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THE HIGHS Those who think that Outboard Marine Corporation was an unwieldy, uncoordinated and ineffective behemoth should really think again. When they were focused and resolutely on their game (and the 1960s were undoubtedly their glory period), nobody could match them. In 1968, they introduced the first of an entirely new breed of motor that set a precedent and would become an industry standard – for both them and their competitors – for as long as 2-stroke outboards continued to be made. It was the 3-cylinder, 814cc 55hp, the first-ever OMC motor to feature a through-prop exhaust and the first motor to adopt the slimline, straight-edged external profile that it (and its competitors) would use for the next 4-5 decades. What was unusual at the time, though, was that this motor featured loop charging instead of the old-fashioned and relatively crude cross-flow system. Cross-flow induction uses a large deflector on top of the piston to push the incoming fuel/air mixture upward and across the cylinder which, in turn, pushes the spent charge out the exhaust ports. The OMC “looper”, however, had flat-topped pistons, which enabled much better induction, combustion and exhaust through more ideally positioned porting.

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OMC more or less produced this original 814cc engine – eventually developing 75hp – up until the mid 1980s, when they introduced a newer (and, to many minds, inferior) 920cc triple with lost-wax castings. What must be borne in mind, though, is that when three of the four Japanese manufacturers (not Honda, obviously) wanted to make higher-HP outboards, the one engine they slavishly emulated was the 3-cylinder OMC looper. It may not, therefore, be too much of a stretch to say that there would be no Japanese outboard industry of any consequence had OMC not introduced that first 55hp back in 1968. When people think of outboard racing, the brand that is top of mind is Mercury. However, when Charles Strang (who had designed both the Mercury 6-cylinder tower of power and the sterndrive concept when he worked for Carl Kiekhaefer at Mercury) joined OMC in the late 1960s before eventually becoming president in 1974, he decided that OMC’s relatively staid image needed burnishing. Although OMC had set a world outboard speed record of 131 mph in 1966 with a V4 power unit on the hydroplane Starflite IV, little had been done since to keep the fervour alive. Strang revitalised the competition programme and also announced OMC’s intention to lead the horsepower race in consumer outboards. In the early 1970s, when the first V6 prototype came on the scene in the guise of Mercury’s 2 litre T3 racing outboard, OMC were left flat-footed. Mercury had laid claim to – and had patented – the concept of a loop-charged V6 with a 60-degree angle whereas the best OMC could muster was the venerable cross-flow 90-degree V4 with roots back to 1958. Strang, undeterred, ordered the first V6 prototypes (still 90 degrees as they couldn’t utilise Mercury’s 60-degree concept) knocked up by welding together the major parts of two V4 crankshafts and making sand-cast engine casings to accommodate them. But as an OMC V4 was 1,632cc, they had to sleeve the bores so the 6-cylinder motor could run in the then 2-litre ON tunnel boat class. This they did, and these cobbled-up V6s won decisively at Windermere and Paris in 1973. Another example of OMC’s advanced thinking was the rotary outboard. By the early 1970s, the two main proponents of Dr. Wankel’s rotary engine, NSU and Mazda, were in trouble with the concept, the main reasons being oil/fuel consumption as well as bearing and rotor seal wear. Although it would eventually

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OMC got into racing with a sleeved down V6 so the 6-cylinder motor could run in the then 2-litre ON tunnel boat class. This they did, and these cobbled-up V6s won decisively at Windermere and Paris in 1973.

prove to be a technological dead end, OMC vigorously embraced the development of a rotary outboard. Starting with two twin-rotor engines from their snowmobiles, coupled together to give a 4-rotor power unit, their first elementary and relatively low-powered prototypes, built purely for competition, were delivering over 260 hp @ 7,000RPM and reportedly burning under 70 litres of regular fuel per hour. The rotaries are very rare and few people have ever seen one, with fewer than ten built. Four supposedly still existed, two outer shells and two complete engines, with the latter two bought by a collector. When BRP took control of OMC in 2001, they reportedly disposed of every aspect of the rotary programme, which is a huge shame because, the short-lived nature of the project notwithstanding, it was widely acknowledged that OMC had done far more Wankel development, and was far more advanced in the quest for durability and dependability, than both Mazda and NSU. Another innovative product – not as dazzling, but no less significant – was a unique 3hp motor ideally suited for duck shooters. It had a slimline lower unit with a downward-slanted propeller so it could glide through weeds and underwater growth. Most interesting, though, was the fact that it actually “folded” – i.e. the leg pivoted in two and the lower unit folded upward. This meant that the motor could fit into a valise or the tightest storage space. These motors, too, are surprisingly rare, and I only ever saw one in the early ‘70s, stowed in a tiny yacht lazarette. The 9.5hp fishing motor, introduced in 1964, also deserves a mention. To this day, there has never been a more compact, better-proportioned motor in this class. This low-profile motor was set down into the mid section rather than built upwards – the flywheel was virtually level with the front fascia panel and, unusual for OMC, it had a rear-mounted downdraught carburettor. It had a squat, pancake-shaped cowling which was flat on top – it was one of the tidiest, neatest little outboards one could ever put on a dinghy or inflatable.

Another example of OMC’s advanced thinking was the rotary outboard. When BRP took control of OMC in 2001, they reportedly disposed of every aspect of the rotary programme.

THE LOWS In 1980, OMC decided to mount a serious onslaught on the inboard and sterndrive sector by offering an externally-mounted outboard-based system for those larger boat types. Simply put, it was a V4 or V6 outboard (minus the traditional clamp bracket) affixed to a special mounting plate. In this way, the entire power unit was outside the boat, with no transom well to compromise aft freeboard, and no power unit stealing cockpit space. A huge benefit – compared with sterndrives or traditional shafts – was that the unit could tilt entirely clear of the water and would not be susceptible to corrosion, electrolysis or marine growth. The Sea Drive system was basically a standard outboard plus an extra 400+ parts incorporated in the transom mount. Whilst proof positive of OMC’s engineering nous and ingenuity at the time, it was a prime example of dead-end engineering that was doomed from the outset. Within two years, many bluewater boatbuilders were fitting purpose-built outboard brackets from companies like Armstrong and Gil, making mounting conventional outboards on big boats a breeze. Then, when builders began to integrate pods onto boat transoms, the Sea Drive went the way of the 8-track tape. The very name “Outboard Marine Corporation” says it all about their key focus – they made outboard motors. Their approach to, and involvement in, the sterndrive business was initially lukewarm and ambivalent as they were, in the early days, up against myriad Volvo and Mercury patents relating to universal drive joints, trim systems and even the ignition-interrupting micro-switches that facilitated gear shifting. Leaving aside their first attempt, which was a V4 outboard power unit attached to a sterndrive leg, OMC’s first real effort, which used the same automotivebased engines then available to Mercury and Volvo, was what was known as the “stringermount” system – i.e. the complete assembly (engine and drive unit) was mounted on the boat’s stringers. The transom bore no weight and the huge aperture cut in it to allow the sterndrive to sit outside was sealed with a

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like-sized rubber gaiter. Where Mercury and Volvo used universal joints to supply power to the drive and to allow it to tilt and swivel, OMC used what was known as a “ball-gear” system. This was similar in concept to the two meshing ball gears found on OMC outboard throttle rod linkages, only about 100 times larger. Of course, for the motor to actually drive the prop smoothly and effectively, the ball gears on both the drive and the back of the inboard engine had to mesh perfectly, i.e. lock together. As this theoretically caused a problem in relation to how to trim the boat (because the leg couldn’t be moved separately), the whole engine/leg assembly was moved up or down by a trim pump on the floor of the boat. Again, this was convoluted and complex engineering – ingenuity purely for the sake of it. As previously noted, the stringer-mounts were thwarted at every turn by Volvo and Mercury patents, so as an exercise in how to circumvent patents and show individuality and creativity, this product was certainly an engineering success but a catastrophic commercial failure. What an irony when one considers that, by the mid-1980s, with the patent issues no longer relevant, leaving OMC free to introduce the Cobra stern, they subsequently turned in a sterling performance with the then-revolutionary Steyr diesel on a coneclutch King Cobra leg in 1991 – truly the first lightweight, high-performance diesel sterndrive. But it was too little, too late. Their momentum and enthusiasm had gone and they offloaded the whole Cobra business to Volvo Penta. By the mid-1990s, the US EPA was drawing up draconian regulations for marine-engine emissions which would eventually mean the end of conventional 2-strokes. I believe that if one is to sift analytically through the factors contributing to the eventual demise of OMC, then arguably this is the one that probably wounded them mortally – it was a slow, tortuous death but many feel that the cleanair demands placed on an already-ailing company proved to be the last straw. The manufacturers least inconvenienced by these

Another innovative product was a unique 3hp folding motor ideally suited for duck shooters. It had a slimline lower unit with a downward-slanted propeller so it could glide through weeds and underwater growth.

Since the 9.5hp fishing motor, introduced in 1964, there has never been a more compact, betterproportioned motor in this class.

In 1985 OMC released the Cobra stern drive project, but it was never a success and they offloaded the whole Cobra business to Volvo Penta.

stringent EPA regulations were the Japanese, as they also produced millions of 4-stroke engines for automotive use. It is not that the Japanese particularly wanted to switch to 4-strokes (after all 2-strokes were very cheap to manufacture and the tooling costs amortised over many years), but they had that option. At that time, if one were to pick a US manufacturer in a vulnerable position, one would firstly have thought of Mercury, but this proved not to be so. They were able to buy in some 4-stroke units from their old OEM partner, Yamaha, whilst taking out an option on Orbital DI 2-stroke technology. OMC, on the other hand, still had virtually zilch. However, once the EPA started to further

rattle its sabres, OMC implemented a programme called LEAP (Lean Emission, Advanced Propulsion), also espousing directinjection 2-stroke technology. By this time, they had gained the rights to use the Ficht direct-injection system – and this was to deliver the final, fatal blow. To explore the whole history of Ficht would require a thesissize dissertation but, in layman’s terms, all we need to know is that the processes of controlling the spark advance, the fuel burn, the scavenging, and synchronising the intake and exhaust cycles in relation to piston/port position proved beyond the capabilities of OMC at that time. This was partly due to the precise and split-second calibrations

that the new technology required, but also down to the appalling standard of OMC’s internal engine components – once proudly built inhouse but now farmed out to subcontractors or to remote OMC plants in either the southern states or Mexico (more later). What is not widely known about this period is that, unlike Mercury, OMC did manufacture their own 4-strokes, albeit in small sizes of 8, 9.9 and 15hp, and it is a common misconception that they were sourced from Suzuki. Good little engines they were, too, albeit somewhat bulky and wide (because they used a spin-off oil filter), but the Ficht fiasco would decisively overshadow any such minor triumphs.

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The Ficht direct-injection system was to deliver the final fatal blow for OMC.

THE WOES One thing that had always dogged OMC, as with many companies in the Midwest, was labour costs. In that industrial belt, the unions were militant, highly organised and very powerful. OMC fumbled through decades of duck-and-weave negotiations with the unions and eventually decided to build key facilities in non-unionised states such as Georgia. They also opened a new facility in Mexico. Going back to the earlier point about OMC being a “manufacturing” company, where they made their vital engine components inhouse and outsourced little, one can imagine the huge culture shock. In fact, this decision – leaving the Ficht debacle aside – played a key part in OMC’s demise. Major parts of engines were assembled in the Calhoun, Georgia plant and sent to Waukegan, Illinois for final assembly – OMC insiders referred to this process as the “2,000 mile production line”. There was no way quality control could be maintained as there were too many variables and too much dependence on logistics. Likewise, the failure rate was legendary on the ground-breaking optical ignition system for the new Elan 35hp and 60-degree V4/V6 motors. The stator was made in Mexico and there are stories of defective items being returned only to be repacked and sent out again. OMC was always preoccupied, to the point of obsession, about doing Mercury damage. During the ‘80s and ‘90s, Mercury had been exceptionally busy with a “vertical integration” policy, namely the buying of boat companies to guarantee them transoms for their engines. Mercury’s parent, Brunswick, had made some good acquisitions in Bayliner, Sea Ray and (later) Boston Whaler, among others. OMC, not wanting to be trumped, went on a massive buying spree of boat companies – all good names like Chris Craft, Four Winns, Donzi, Sunbird, Seaswirl, Ryds (Sweden) and Haines Hunter and Stacer in Australia. All this was during the late ‘80s and long

The Sea Drive system was basically a standard outboard plus an extra 400+ parts incorporated in the transom mount.

before Ficht and the other problems would eventually deliver the killer blow, but OMC’s core outboard product was weak – it was crude, behind the times, inordinately thirsty (even by the 2-stroke standards of the time) and increasingly unreliable. In short, they became carried away with hubris and grandiose ideas of supremacy, and took their eye off the ball. On top of the financial woes, there was another, more unsavoury and literally toxic issue bubbling away under the surface. From the early 1960s until the early 1970s, OMC, at its Waukegan plant used fluids containing the toxin PCB (polychlorinated biphenyls) in its die-casting processes. The PCBs were flushed down floor drains and flowed straight into the nearby harbour. As far back as 1992, OMC was being pressured by the local government and the EPA to clean up the mess and did indeed contribute $20-25 million. Even today, over fifteen years after OMC went bankrupt, there are still issues with both the water and soil around their old plant and, had they continued, it is possible that ongoing remediation costs would still have eventually hamstrung them to the point of bankruptcy. DEMISE The end of OMC, when it finally came, was as convoluted and complex as any of its tribulations over the years. The original “old” Outboard Marine Corporation was in huge financial strife by 1997 and had asked Salomon Brothers to investigate either attracting a partner or entering into a merger. Roger Penske, of Detroit Diesel, made a bid for OMC based on $16 per share which, to all intents and purposes, had been tacitly accepted. Things were looking rosy; with a confirmed “engine” man at the helm, the company would no longer be left languishing and would soon be able to rectify any engineering problems and start regaining market acceptance. What happened, though, has never been fully understood. Roger Penske’s bid was

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trumped by the Kingsley-Soros Group (known as Greenway group) at $18 per share. Whilst Penske had a blue-chip engine background, the same could not be said of Soros and Kingsley but it is suggested that Soros saw potential in Ficht in relation to licensing with other engine and motorcycle manufacturers. One of the greatest “hypotheticals” must certainly be if Penske the engine man would have kept the boat companies. Extremely doubtful, but the outboard unit may well have turned into a paradigm of efficiency, professionalism and, almost certainly, sustained profitability. Greenway Group subsequently bought and ran a “new” OMC until the axe finally fell in December 2000 and Bombardier bought it at knock-down pricing. Ironically, lest anybody think that the revamped Evinrude DI system which supplanted Ficht was solely down to Bombardier, this is not correct. OMC had been well on the way to resolving the issues when, as fate decreed, they finally ran out of luck and money. The demise of an industry icon like OMC can never be trivialised, as the ramifications were seismic and pronounced. The Japanese fortuitously amassed huge market share and had to do little to gain it, plus the demise of a long-time foe doubtlessly made Mercury focus even harder on their engineering and new-product strategies. One of the original OMC brands, Evinrude, is still around, but as an ex-OMC dealer, boater and outboard racer, I was Johnson to the core – I never would have had an Evinrude engine on my boat. Silly, that, but I’d bet there are thousands like me. Now the Johnson brand is no longer around and that, for me, has changed the marine world immensely. One need only look at what happened to the Packards, Studebakers, Nortons and BSAs of this world. Producing iconic brands is not enough - management must have a core, driven passion to ensure their survival.

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GRADY-WHITE EXPRESS 330 REVIEW

SETTING A VERY HIGH STANDARD

“It’s all included” proves a telling and opt-repeated mantra on top-of-the-line US import Text by Mike Rose

HILE it is has often been fashionable among local boaties and a number of boatbuilders) to mock the powered trailer boat offerings from the S and especially their ability to handle our sea conditions), that derision usually stops when the words Grady-White are mentioned. Generally acknowledged as America s finest GRP trailer boats, Grady- hite has long been seen as among the world’s very best. Their combination of obvious solidity, masculine good looks and ability to tame

even the nastiest of waters has made them among the most admired and lusted after of power boats. Despite this, they have never been able to maintain much of a presence in this part of the world. In New Zealand especially they have appeared only brie y at very irregular intervals and then disappeared again. hat may be about to change. Stuart Arnold, a -year marine industry veteran experienced at importing boats from the S, has secured the Grady- hite agency for ew ealand. rom his idyllic, if

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somewhat remote, base in the Coromandel town of Tairua, he is determined to establish a permanent beachhead for the brand. In that quest, he has fortunately been aided by his first ew Grady- hite owner. An e perienced boatie he had previously owned several launches), he, too, has a strong connection to Tairua, was determined to get the very best and prepared to spend the time to find the perfect boat. And take the time he did. e spent months looking at over different models,

Because Grady-White ri ari i s boats designed for fishing, there is no shortage of fishing feat res

in the S, urope and ew ealand, he recalls. The criteria were simple, if demanding. He wanted: to be able to overnight with his wife or friends; a really good, efficient day boat that could accommodate 4-8 people; a boat that was set up for watersports, fishing, gamefishing and diving. And it couldn’t be a launch. While his preference was for GRP, he even considered the new breed of 9m-plus aluminium boats with their GRP-like finish. Through it all, the Grady-White kept rising

to the top so, as a final test, Stuart and he headed to the giant ort auderdale boat show in lorida. here, they spent two days comparing their chosen boat, the Grady- hite press , with everything else on offer. “In terms of its unique features, its value for money, it was streaks ahead. Nothing else came close, he says. “IT’S ALL INCLUDED” To see if all this hyperbole matched the reality, a trip to Tairua was required, on

what proved to be a fairly typical January 2016 day: some sun, quite a lot of cloud and no shortage of blustery winds. On its berth in the new Tairua Marina the as yet unnamed Grady- hite press certainly stands out. That distinctive cream coloured hull, the unmistakeable Carolina sheer, the manly projection of robustness, all instantly proclaim that this is a vessel that demands to be taken seriously. It is an impression that is further enhanced on board. It is immediately obvious that everything here is well built. There is no

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GRADY - WHITE EXPRESS 330 REVIEW Credit for the GradyWhite’s legendary sea-keeping is due to the company’s continuously variable hull design, SeaV2.

imsiness, none of that only for show frivolity often encountered on more entry level American offerings. It also quickly becomes clear that, in Grady-White terms, all this is nothing particularly special. Despite the very high level of appointment, there are very few optional extras. Virtually everything is a standard fi ing. ndeed, as we work our way through the boat, the phrase “It’s all included becomes something of a refrain, one that both the owner and agent take great delight in repeating. It also quickly becomes apparent that this is a vessel packed full of sophisticated systems and features, far too many to comprehensively detail in an article like this. The sheer number and complexity of these could also threaten to overwhelm a new owner especially a relative novice were it not for two things: the systems, although complex and sophisticated, are actually relatively easy to operate; and every Grady-White comes with its own Captain Grady. his la er is a clever iPad app that shows owners, both experienced and novice, how everything on board works. With an easy to follow menu and clear, easy to understand instructions, it covers everything from starting or shu ing down the engines and using the built-in engine ush to gaining access to the generator; from operating the air conditioning system to locating a seacock or helping dock the boat. Model specific and free to download, aptain Grady is clearly a great innovation and must be a huge bonus for those selling the brand, especially to those relatively new to boating or those moving from, for example, yachting to powerboating for the first time.

Because Grady-White primarily builds boats designed for fishing, there is no shortage of fishing features. or a start, the large cockpit around . s uare metres is surrounded by well-positioned bolsters which, when combined with the toe rails, are ideal for leaning into while ba ling big fish. here is also a live bait locker. perated with ust a simple push of a bu on, it is uite sophisticated, featuring five filling tubes to improve aeration, rounded edges and a sky blue gelcoat proved to help calm the fish. In addition, there is a large insulated locker in the transom under one of the few nonstandard extras on board, the Manta bait station), divided in two by a removable bait board. There are also fresh and seawater outlets in the port side locker, the obligatory moulded rod holders on both sides and drainage everywhere, even in the coamingmounted rod and drink holders. or those who like to have their rods on show or close at hand there are the two rod holders per side in the coamings, another three per side in the hard top supports and a further five at the back of that bait station. Other cockpit features include a nifty rubbish locker, a hot and cold water transom shower and last but not least, a patented transom seat that swings up to give access to the generator. he diesel filler inlet for this is out on the platform, which also houses an expandable drop-down boarding ladder and a centrally positioned step to make it easier to move from side to side. ehind the passenger seat, press owners get to choose between a set of tackle drawers with a small sink on top, or a fridge below and a barbecue above; the la er ge ing the nod in this case.

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ON THE HELM DECK he area under the s hardtop is what the Americans call a helm deck. ompletely protected by a curved GRP hardtop, stylish windscreen and clears all of which are standard), the helm deck is the only place to be while underway. Luckily there is no shortage of comfortable places to stand or sit. In addition to the stand alone helm chair, there is both fi ed and infill seating on both sides, all with excellent all-round visibility. The helm is a clever piece of work with a hinged section raising electronically to display the twin Garmin s. oth are touch screen models and have, according to the owner, proved surprisingly easy to master. Lots of thought has also clearly gone into the layout of the dash with the rocker switch array mounted from the inside out in the order they are mostly likely to be used. A further nice touch sees the horn picked out in red so it can be instantly identified in an emergency. Other controls within easy reach are those for the enne trim tabs, the ewmar bow thruster and windlass, and the usion stereo. The Yamaha digital engine gauges complete the picture. or those more interested in recreational activities than technology, there is also a total of 9 carefully-positioned drink holders on just the helm deck, as well as two more for cups or mugs designed with space for the handles). CONTRASTING CABIN Although still subdued, there is far more colour and contrast in the s interior than there is up on deck. The gelcoat below is a mixture of cream and white, there are

teak veneers and solid teak teak surrounds, a solid lacquered rosewood table, a Corian benchtop and splash board and black fascias for the fridge and electrical boards. There are also carpeted steps and a teak and holly oor. There is a microwave, a TV and a clever infill for the sink to keep a bo le and glasses safe while underway. or overnighting, there is a large vee berth for’ard with a second double berth back under the helm deck. There is also a separate head complete with shower, a mirrored door and an innovative wardrobe fi ing to accommodate clothes be er not folded. There is plenty of handy stowage, with the

cupboards and drawers using catches that need to be pushed in and then twisted to open, and stylish roof-hung rod holders for those more e pensive parts of the fishing armoury. EATING THE OCEAN Grady-White has long had an exclusive arrangement with Yamaha and all models come with Yamaha outboards on the transom neither company does inboards . In this case the powerplants are twin amaha hp four-strokes. Using 700 horses to power a less-than 11-metre trailer boat must no doubt seem e cessive to some not to mention e pensive but the press is no

lightweight. It is a traditionally hand laid GRP creature throughout, carries up to litres of petrol, litres of water and litres of diesel and displaces between and 8 tonnes. or, as our fuel figures show, is this an overly expensive combination to run provided, as always, that one doesn’t go at out all day. Conditions for our trip out on the east coast of the Coromandel were not rough but nor were they comfortable. There was a sloppy metre or so sea with very li le structure and sub ect to the in uence of the surrounding islands. It proved a good test for a brand that prides itself on its ability to cope with unpleasant

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1. The area under the 330’s hardtop is what the Americans call a helm deck. 2. The helm is a clever piece of work with a hinged section raising electronically. 3. The interior features a galley, head/shower and two accommodation spaces. 4. A compact and well equipped galley. 5. The hardtop comes with an extension for more cockpit shade. 6. New Zealand Grady-White dealer Stuart Arnold. WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 95

GRADY - WHITE EXPRESS 330 REVIEW conditions. With three of us on board we first sought out the calm water for the speed and fuel figures see table and then went hunting for the roughest water we could find. What we found was a boat that seemed impervious to even sloppy beam or aft seas, that re uired very li le trim regardless of the point of a ack and which remained almost completely dry upwind, downwind and across the seas. espite our best efforts we only once made it slam off the waves into a trough and that was in a tight turn in particularly sno y conditions . he rest of the time was, given the messy seas, remarkably smooth While those not driving did need to hold on, there was no need for a tight death grip, the press landed softly and predictably. Not was there a need to feather the thro le or continually alter the trim when running downwind or with the seas off the aft uarter. ne could literally take one s hands on the wheel and thro le safe in the knowledge that the boat was not going to broach or yaw. Tight turning at speed, even in the slop, was likewise generally not a problem; there was no suggestion of le ing go and no noticeable cavitation. While it is unlikely that a complete novice would be in charge of such a top of the line vessel, should circumstances demand, they would be unlikely to face many problems of the handling variety. In short, this is a boat that can plane as slow as knots, can comfortably uarter at or knots and can back up sharply without causing any distress to the V8 outboards.

SUMMARY Although it might appear that this review is enormous detailed, those familiar with a Grady-White will be aware that many of the features have been glossed over and others not mentioned at all. There is simply not enough space to do justice to every item, system and innovation on board. Were money no object, it would be damn hard, well nigh impossible, to go past this vessel. However, the reality is all this great handling, stylish sophistication and wonderful boatbuilding does not come cheap. The best rarely does. Nonetheless, as someone who demands the very best, the owner is very satisfied and believes he has got very good value for money. f there are sufficient others like him, then this very well regarded S mar ue may finally find a permanent home in New Zealand.

THE SeaV 2 HULL Credit for the Grady-Whiteâ€™s legendary sea-keeping is due to the companyâ€™s continuously variable hull design, Sea . Although all designs have some variation in deadrise between bow and stern, the nature of the Sea is that at no two places along the keel is the deadrise the same. The graduation forward is uite acute, too. Starting at a relatively at degrees at the deadrise, it is already around degrees by amidships, greater than that found on even the old radical deep vee designs. et unlike those racy designs of old, the Sea is remarkably stable at rest, thanks in part to its wide chine aft. It is also popular with owners Sea hull performance has been ranked in all . . Power Associates marine studies. Grady-White Boats will be on display at the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show on stand 585.

SPECIFICATIONS Make & Model: Manufacturer: Priced from: Price as tested: Type: Construction: LOA: Beam: Deadrise: Height on trailer: Trailerable Wgt: Test Power: Propeller: Maximum RPM: Top Speed: Optimum Cruise Speed: Power Options: HP Range: Fuel capacity: Trailer:

Grady- hite press Grady-White Boats , plus shipping ta es NZ$699,000.00 inclusive shipping & taxes Hardtop Hand laid GRP 10.92m . m Continuously variable 20 degrees at transom, degrees amidships 4.22m 4729KG wo amaha hp -stroke outboards S Steel S S S S 700hp 44 knots mph at rpm Outboard only wo P litres Magic Tilt

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Behind the passenger seat, 330 Express owners get to choose between a set of tackle drawers with a small sink on top.

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Bow thruster, hot & cold cockpit shower, cockpit fridge/freezer, 1300kw cockpit BBQ grill, 4 underwater blue LED lights, Taco 24ft outriggers

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NEW BOATS FROM THE PAGES OF ALLOY BOAT MAGAZINE ISSUE #7 The latest issue of Alloy Boat (Issue #7 Summer-Autumn) features eight new alloy boat reviews. Here is a taste of three of them. For the full reports on these boats and others check out the latest issue of Alloy Boat on sale now. Or go to www.boatmags.com to subscribe to a print or digital issue.

DNA 570 XHT DNA’s 570 XHT is the first of a new model hardtop that brings together all the requirements for its owner. The 570 XHT was a design and build for a local client who wanted to upgrade from his DNA 5.7m cuddy cabin, into an overnighter that would be suitable for his family. This meant a reasonable size cabin with an infill to transform the two singles into one extra large berth and adequate seating. There are in fact two infills, that transform all the area forward of the seat bases into one massive 2m plus length berth. Perfect for the owner and his wife and two small children. There is plenty of storage under the berths and in wide side trays. The option of a portable head under the forward squab is also available. As the boat was still ‘work in progress’ the interior was yet to be fully lined, including insulation behind the fabric. This also applied to the yet to be fitted Maxwell RC6 auto winch. Without a winch, you can stand in the forward hatch to do your anchoring, although I would certainly have an auto winch if it were my boat. COSY HARDTOP DNA use a two piece toughened glass screen, which offers excellent visibility, especially with a pair of wipers or a coating of Rain-X. Combined with sweeping curved panels and smart tapering folds it helps create very pleasing aesthetics to the boat. The three-sided hardtop wraps around just

behind the two forward seats and then with soft clip-on extensions and drop curtains you get all the protection of an enclosed hardtop that closes in all the seating space. I liked the way the short hardtop comes aft about the same distance as the back seats, so when your fishing a bit aggressively you are not going to catch your rods on anything overhead. The driving position can be altered with the sliding bucket seat, mounted on an alloy seat base. The helm seat base is all storage, with the passenger base designed to slip in a chilly bin. With two small rear seats, the 570XHT provides built-in seating for four. Storage trays either side look after the keys and cellphones, with side trays running the full length of the cockpit for the rods. There was no underfloor storage in Carpe Diem, but there is space forward of the fuel tank if required. FISH EASY The cockpit will comfortably fish four and there are rod holders provided overhead, on the side coamings and around the bait board – 14 in all. A solid alloy frame in the centre of the transom serves both as the mount to tow water toys, wakeboarders and skiers as well as a mount for the hinged and also fully removable bait board. The transom has a couple of lockers behind plastic hatches and room under for extra tote tanks. DNA also offer a sliding rear bench seat that clips on over the side trays and can be

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removed so it doesn’t get in the way when you are fishing. There was no walkthrough to the large boarding platform, but again this is an option. The chequer plate sole is standard but you can finish it with tube matting or full carpet. X SERIES HULL “The X series hull alloy pontoon boat was introduced to make a wider boat. The key element of doing this was to achieve extra beam but not require extra horsepower to push a wider surface through the water”, says designer Jason Elvines. “We did this by adding tapering downturned chines to the hull, and thereby step the pontoon out further to increase internal beam. It also meant the pontoons were slightly lifted so not to cause any drag in the water once planning as they are clear. With 115hp, the DNA 570 XHT is good for 40 knots. SPECIFICATIONS Model: Priced from: Construction: LOA: Beam: Deadrise:

DNA 570 XHT $NZ49,500 5mm/3mm alloy 5.70 m 2.27 m 20 deg

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FC535 CENTRE CONSOLE The FC 535 CC has all the right characteristics of the original FC 500 but comes with a few new improvements that make it an even better boat. Three years ago when FC Boats released the FC500 centre console, they struck it right. The boat was an immediate success and until it was replaced by the FC535, proved to be one of their top selling centre consoles. The main difference between the FC500 and the new FC535 are a new transom with three storage lockers, a new outboard pod, increased hull side thickness from 3mm to 4mm and full longitudinal stringers for a more rigid hull. The centre console has also been moved forward. Storage is impressive and you are able to stow so much gear away and off the cockpit sole. The FC535 has a huge centre console pod that incorporates a forward seat, which when hinged up, reveals a cavernous dry storage space. Impressive and a real feature of the boat. Then when you go forward, the extra large foredeck not only provides a great casting platform if you are soft baiting, it also encompasses a deep exposed anchor locker forward and split shelves aft with easy open access. On the shelves we stowed some more gear and by the time we had the rods clipped into the side racks and the fish bin secured, space left to walk around was still very generous. Storage is also provided in lockers across the transom. There are rod racks under the wide coamings

but no shelves as the upper space are all a foam filled buoyancy system, which along with the natural buoyancy under the sole makes the FC535 virtually unsinkable. LAYOUT VARIANTS The FC535 has a very simple and efficient centre console layout, with practicality the key. It is also available in a side console version. The beauty of alloy is that you can change the layout around reasonably easily to suit your purpose. So when it comes to seating, the base boat comes with forward seating on the centre console and that’s it. Options include a couple of transom fold-away seats and twin pedestal helm seats. A large bin seat with a cushion would be a good option and you can then move this aside when fishing. Also gives you a perfect bait or catch bin. With the console now slightly forward of the previous FC500, the workable fishing space is increased, so why fill it up with seats. I found the wide side decks and transom made great seating when underway, being dry and comfortable. The T-Top is two piece, with a 2.5m overall trailerable height, that reduces to 1.6m when the top section is removed. A Mercury 60 4S, running a 13” 4 blade Trophy Sport will give a top speed of just over 30 knots and some great fuel economy. The extra wide chines (FC call it their Dry Riding Gunnel System), really work to keep the spray low and flat and add to the great stability at rest.

FISH & DIVE ABILITY All FC boats use a built-in passive live bait tank, which is simple and very effective. Centre console boats are certainly gaining popularity again and while the grp versions are restricted mostly to imports, the alloy boat manufacturers have not held back and today it’s not uncommon to see 6-8m centre consoles. If you are seriously into fishing and diving and taking the wife and kids away for a family outing is not the criteria, then centre consoles are the answer. The FC535 is one of four FC Boats centre console models, ranging from 4.3m to 6.4m, so there are other size options based on the same platform to suit. I have spent the past three seasons fishing from a tiller steer 4.8m open alloy boat, but after taking the FC535 out for a day, I now appreciate more why people like them. The FC535 is certainly a great example. SPECIFICATIONS Model & Model: Priced from: Construction: LOA: Beam: Deadrise:

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RAMCO FISHMASTER 6250 Ramco is one of the oldest names in alloy boat building and while the brand has been quiet for the last few years, it’s all changing Built in Rangiora by Ramco Boats New Zealand, a division of Icon Brands, the Ramco name is going through a growth curve, with the appointment of a much-enlarged dealer network throughout the country now in progress. The Fishmaster 6250 Hardtop started live as the Ramco 600 but was given some hull changes to not only improve the balance of the boat but also to offer more cockpit space. Now 300mm longer it was also to fit in between the 6m and 6.5m Ramco hardtops. The Fishmaster 6250 Hardtop has been around for four years and has proven one of the most popular of the larger hardtops in the Ramco range. In all, there are five hardtop models from 6.0m through to 8.45m and all are also available as cuddy cabins or centre console models. The layout of the Fishmaster 6250 is, as the name suggests designed around fishing, so naturally our test boat came with all the extras. As the company demonstrator, it came with all the fishing orientated add-ons and then some. When you buy the basic 6250 standard features, include such items as twin moulded pedestal seats, underfloor fuel tank, hydraulic steering, boarding/dive ladder and a full nav light package. As well as the usual deck hardware, handrails and storage lockers, the

6250 comes ready to go boating. The forward cabin space comes with the conventional twin single berths with storage under and a central infill. The berths are a generous length, with plenty of sitting headroom and a fully lined interior. There are storage trays either side and space for a head under the forward squab. While all the anchoring can be done from the helm, there is a deck hatch should you need to access the anchor locker or winch. PERFECT HARDTOP The hardtop profile is perfectly balanced and the flow from the bow to the rear of the hardtop is pleasing to the eye. It’s also functional, with good standing headroom, handrails for passengers and wide screens that give great visibility. Toughened glass means you can add wipers and sliding side windows help with clean air flow. Cabin lights and fully lined roof and side panels are also standard. The cockpit is open and practical so you can maximise the fishing workspace. The seating layout has been kept to minimum with a single helm pedestal and a back to back to port. You do have other seat choices such as twin back to backs to give you more dedicated seating or twin pedestals if you want to maximise your fishing space. Storage for rods is in wide side shelves or rod holders both in the side decks or overhead in the rocket launcher. Underfloor storage

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is provided forward of the fuel tank, (90180 litres) with sealed chambers either side providing positive buoyancy. The business end of the cockpit has been designed for fishing with a central bait board and a live bait tank built into the walk-though transom opening to port. A drop down ladder is also standard, with a six pole option. GREAT PERFORMER Running a Yamaha 130 2S, will return a top speed of 33 knots (38mph). The 6250 is rated to 150hp, which is about as much as you would want on this hull. The deep 21 deg deadrise certainly helps the ride in the rough and it is a very quiet hull in the short choppy seas. The Ramco 6250HT is a good all round entry level hardtop. It’s well built, looks good and is well priced. Like Ramco’s of the past, the 6250 is a good wholesome kiwi boat with all the functionality without the frills. SPECIFICATIONS Model: Ramco 6250 HT Priced from: $NZ65,000 Construction: 5mm/3mm alloy LOA: 6.25 m Beam: 2.33 m Deadrise: 21 deg Manufacturer: Ramco Boats, 305 Flaxton Road, Rangiora, 4700. Ph +64 3 3133560 | sales@ramcoboats.co.nz www.ramcoboats.co.nz

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Another Alternative

A fibreglass pontoon boat…..yeah right! While you may think that all pontoon boats are constructed of aluminium, think again. When Ric Lawrence, MD of Seaforce Boats in Hamilton, introduced the world’s first fibreglass pontoon boat, he rewrote the design criteria for trailer boats….well fibreglass anyway. Text by Barry Thompson 102 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MARCH / APRIL 2016

IC Lawrence’s design idea was nothing new and having seen the success of his competitors in the alloy boat market, he felt that it was time they had some competition. ntil then, no fibreglass trailer boat manufacturer had come up with a pontoon model, so Ric’s plan was both innovative and at the same time risky. “It was a well-proven concept and we knew we could make shapes that you can’t make in alloy and that we could produce a soft riding, dry boat that also had style , says Ric. After - years of research, including mocking up the pontoon concept with foam on an e isting Adventurer hull, he final came up with what he felt was the right design. rom there it was an all new hull, which Ric says took a considerable amount of time making sure the plug was exactly right before the moulds were built.

o s ee as aro n h an the boat felt stable an fir on the ater

“It was critical to get all the running surfaces exactly as we wanted them so that the pontoon design would work effectively and feel we have certainly achieved that , adds Ric. He points out that it was really important to get the hydrodynamics of the water owing from the hull right and this resulted in a lot of work detailing a moulded-in spray rail, which turns the water down and keeps the spray angle low. ut would the conservative fibreglass boat buyer accept something as radical as a pontoon boat? Well, it seems they did and since the first ate was introduced in , sales have been be er than e pected. Released at the Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show, the ate picked up the coveted

nnovation Award, a testimony to the new design. “We came away from the show feeling very pleased and with orders in hand and until the G came and hit us all, we had plenty of boats in build , says Ric. he first was a full cabin, which was soon followed by the te, a cuddy cabin version and then in by the centre console Skipa. All three models are based on the same . m . m hand laid hull, manufactured from isophthalic resins, with an under oor grp stringer system and a moulded liner which goes all the way to the gunnels. There is no timber in the boat and all cavities beneath the inner liner and inside the pontoons are filled with polyethene foam. verall a very stiff and

extremely rigid layup. The boat according to Ric is unsinkable and has level otation. All Seaforce boats are P ompliant. An interesting feature of the Skipa is the liner is ma finished, so it doesn t glare in the bright sunlight. A simple and effective idea that have not seen on any other boats. ONE FOR FISHERMEN y first impression of the Seaforce Skipa is a boat that is destined for fishermen and when you look at it, it comes with all the things a fisho is going to need. or a start, there are eight quality rod holders set into the coamings, rod racks in the side shelves – long enough for 2.1m rods - and a Railblaza removable bait board all in the WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 103

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standard spec package. Our boat then had the addition of a front mounted Railbla a bait board, -litre removable fish bin and a Raymarine . The bow section has come under some special a ention, with the anchor locker large enough to handle a drum winch, but if you prefer the standard capstan/winch, then there is room for that also. The boat is already pre-wired for an after market addition of either. The anchor locker is exceptionally large for a boat this size so there is heaps of space for the anchor tackle. Again thinking of the fishing aspects of the boat, the oor can be raised with a casting deck option for soft baiting and the Railbla a Starports in the foredeck are designed to take not only a forward bait board another great idea , but also a mount for an electric Minn Kota outboard. Included under the foredeck is a charger socket, one of four throughout the boat, so there are plenty of places to hook up accessories such as an electric reel, spot light or even your phone. The centre console is much like any other centre console for a boat this size, with a huge at dash capable of ush mounting up to a . ur boat was fi ed with a Raymarine plus a G P R and owrance ink . here were no gauges as all that was handled with the . Seaforce uses a circuit breaker panel rather than fuses, which is fully waterproof and be er adapted to the open console environment. One of the unique features of the console is the fold down windscreen, which is a requirement if you don’t have the T-top and are going to trail the boat with an allover cover. Seaforce uses an Australia made ceansouth

o it esigne to be used by fisher en

T-top complete with soft canopy and mounts for the aerials, GPS antenna, nav lights and even a couple of fore and aft spot lights. Designed exclusively for console boats, the 44 mm aluminium tubing is great as a hand hold when underway or walking around the boat. t has some e ibility which means it’s not locked solidly to the sole or console, so doesn’t put too much tension on the mounting points. Storage in the console was surprisingly generous. Lift the forward facing front seat and you’ll enter a massive dry storage compartment inside the console. But wait there s more. ift a oor panel and you get access to another large under oor wet locker which would be a great space to stow gear that you don t need in a hurry. Access is a li le awkward, but it makes great use of what otherwise would be wasted space. Aft of this is the litre stainless anta fuel tank. Extra fuel can be carried in tote tanks under the aft deck. Seating is simple, with the forward bench on the console, a twin bench seat at the helm and two jump seats aft. The moulded base is just enough to sit on, but if you plan to use them a lot, then proper seat cushions are available. ithout them you get be er fishing access to the rear of the boat. The helm seat comes with a reversible roll back and a -litre optional fish bin beneath. There are other seating options, but Ric says ust about every sold, has had the twin bench style.

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I liked the extra detail around the centre of the transom with a dedicated locker in the centre capable of taking twin ba eries and the ‘snapper catcher’ around the bilge. Ric was quick to pont this feature out which is simply a moulding that stops any bait or fish, not ust snapper, slipping down into the bilge. ery neat and effective feature. A salt water washdown is standard. PERFECT POWER Our test boat was powered by a Honda 80, which was a perfect horsepower match for the boat and although the options are right through to hp, don t think the boat needed anymore. Top speed was around mph and the boat felt stable and firm on the water and plenty for a boat of this size. n a calm Auckland arbour, found a real nice cruise spot around rpm mph, which gave us a fuel burn of . lph. he Honda showed itself to be very economical throughout the rev range, with a burn rate of . lph rpm right through to a ma imum of lph rpm. found that the Skipa ran very at and maybe the engine could have gone down a hole. However, give it a bit more trim and the bow soon lifts and the boat runs at a good a itude. he spray rails do their job perfectly and the ride is soft and comfortable. In hard tight turns the boat hangs on, with the wide sponsons helping to hold the boat level in the aggressive turns. Stability at rest is e ceptional.

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4 A GREAT LITTLE PACKAGE If you like the pontoon boat style but don’t really like aluminium, then the Seaforce Skipa is a great alternative. t has the finish, soft ride and, all the same a ributes of its alloy counterparts, but with the added advantage of softer lines. Overall a great, well priced, well finished and nicely presented boat.

Seaforce Skipa Seaforce , , Centre Console GRP . m . m 17 deg 2.80 m 1 ton Honda 80 Solas 6000 rpm mph Outboard Only hp 70 litre DMW

f the Skipa, is a bit small for you, then if you can wait until the 2017 Hutchwilco oat Show there will be a m version available. Already in the development stage it will be available in three versions, cuddy, cabin and centre console and will share a common deck profile. can t wait to try the big brother!

1. The bow bait board is a great feature. 2. The aft jump seats are available with cushions. 3. A 50 litre fish bin sits neatly under the helm seat. 4. Ric Lawrence has had great success with his pontoon grp 530 series. 5. There is huge storage in the console locker.

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NOTABLE STANDARD ITEMS

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CPC Compliant, Brass keel strip, foam filled buoyancy, pre wiring for winch, wash down pump, bait board.

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Oceansouth T-top, 50 litre fish bin, Raymarine 7” MFD, GME VHF, GME EPIRB, Lowrance Link 5 VHF.

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DIGITAL SWITCHING VESSEL SYSTEM CONTROL & AUTOMATION

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Digital switching, one of the hot new trends now becoming more commonplace on larger motor yachts, is designed to eliminate all those old issues with faulty wiring, huge cable runs and complicated systems. Corrosion onboard boats is the curse of any electrical system, which of course includes the wiring. With the proliferation of electronics and electrical systems on boats these days, the cable runs have become substantial. Look behind the dash or bulkhead and you can often see bundles of wires that lead to every corner of the vessel. Obvious places for corrosion, right from the connections to the wiring itself. Rust is a general term for a series of iron oxides, usually red oxides, formed by the reaction of iron and oxygen in the presence of water or air moisture. When in contact with water and oxygen, or other strong oxidants and/or acids, iron will rust. If salt is present it tends to rust more quickly, as a result of the electro-chemical reactions. Rust is a common issue for all open air connections. Galvanic corrosion is usually what people are talking about when they ask about electrolysis, but is actually the opposite. Galvanic corrosion is an electro-chemical reaction that causes electrons to flow from one metal to another metal. As current flows between the two metals, the atoms from one are “sacrificed” and plated onto the other metal. This happens when you have dissimilar metals such as aluminium and bronze close to each other. This occurs quite often when making wire connections. Stray current corrosion is similar to galvanic corrosion in that it eats away at underwater metal and fittings, but the cause is different. It is caused by electrical current in the water, introduced by a boat with a badly wired

system. This can be seen in many boats with wiring lying in the bilge leaking current. This stray current not only travels in the boat, but often travels through bilge water and through hull fittings to external metal such as props, trim tabs, lower units and outdrives, etc. Left unchecked, stray currents devour your boat with ease. When people think of circuit protection they think of adding in-line fuses to a newly installed piece of equipment. This is not a wise choice for several reasons. Not only do these devices trap water and corrode internally, but you end up with at least two more splices in a circuit that shouldn’t have any. Another common issue is that many people forget where the fuse holders were installed, or once installed forget about it. It doesn’t take long to have a few handfuls of inline fuse holders scattered about in a juryrigged system. Simply put, a boat full of in-line fuses, spliced and tapped wires is a boat full of shorts, power leaks and corrosion. Ultimately this ends in either fire, deterioration of metals both internally and externally on your vessel and many frustrating hours of tracing out dead shorts. A splice creates resistance and shortens the life of the component and the wire. A spliced wire creates as much as .01 to .03 Ohms per splice in resistance, and that number climbs as the component is in use! This alone can cause a fire or component failure. So that’s where digital switching comes in. WHAT IS DIGITAL SWITCHING? Imagine being able to step on-board your vessel and with the press of one button, turn on multiple circuits required for cruising that day or when returning to the dock after a weekend on the water, press one button to

shut down the vessel, leaving only required critical systems on and monitored and not having to turn On or Off multiple circuit breakers and switches before you leave the boat. Digital switching, also known as a ‘networked control and monitoring system’ brings that power and convenience of advanced home/ vehicle automation to your boat. Digital switching allows you to control onboard electrical and electronic systems like lighting, air-conditioning, navigation lights, wipers, horns, entertainment systems, security systems, pumps and much more from your network-connected multifunction display, smartphone, tablet or stand-alone screen. More importantly, it replaces the standard mechanical circuit breakers and switches with a state-of-the-art digital power distribution. This system not only offers convenience and ease-of-use, it also delivers on the promise of seamless, reliable operation as well as simple and cost effective installation. It also eliminates the space required for huge AC/DC panels freeing up valuable space on-board for an extra storage locker or wine rack! STYLISH SIMPLICITY: Instead of bulky and expensive switch panels, Digital switching systems use compact Digital Circuit Control Modules. Each module can support six circuits that are customised via easy to use software, to meet the exact needs of the equipment being controlled. A typical digital switching system such as CZone will have each module connecting to the vessel’s existing NMEA2000 network backbone enabling it to communicate with the other modules and MFD/s on-board. This flexible network architecture enables the modules to be mounted nearby to the WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 107

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equipment they are controlling. This significantly cuts down on the sizing of cable required to be installed onboard the vessel. With more and more demand for vessel helms to be of a ‘clean’ look (reduced number of switches larger displays) the demand for networked control is becoming more and more prominent. CZone has full integration with Simrad, Lowrance, B&G and Garmin 7000 and 8000 series displays. But the big CZone news is the new COI module that packs the capabilities of five existing CZone modules into one less expensive box. This can can conceivably control all the power needs and many of the sensor needs of a modest vessel. The 14 power outputs can protect and

switch most any circuits as long as the total amperage doesn’t exceed 150, and similarly the 8 analog and 6 digital inputs can do all sorts of tasks. Meanwhile the IN-D port is for boats that don’t even use N2K interface and the USB port means that a CZone system with a COI can be programmed without a separate gateway. The COI module is effective for a wide range of boats and is especially targeted to 8 to 10m centre consoles. In addition to wired controls, the Raymarine Digital Switching system for example, also supports ENOcean wireless, energy harvesting switches and sensors. Completely freed from the constraints of wires, ENOcean wireless devices bring a whole

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INTUITIVE MONITORS: You obviously need a good monitor, with intuitive operation, plus clear and easy to read data that has been captured and processed from a myriad of functions. The brightness of the screen should be matched to the ambient light, ensuring glare-free operation while cruising at night and optimum readability during sunlight. Most displays now include an integrated touch screen. Monitors can be anything that suits the space you have available, from around 10” through to PC panels to 24”.

new level of freedom and flexibility to yacht system design. This benefits the boat builder and owner by creating a system that is simpler to install and troubleshoot than traditionally switched systems. Significant cost savings can easily be realised due to faster installation and reduced amount of cable required to wire the vessel’s systems. Wire connections can be reduced, while wire runs and sizing can also be reduced, making the installation much simpler and efficient. FinScan is a leading Australian designer and manufacturer of premium digital switching

systems for marine and RV applications. FinScans NUCLEUS single module system, is the central component of the DC electrical system. It incorporates a power distribution module for DC electrical systems, that provides all switching and circuit protection features, to eliminate the necessity for any external DC electrical components such as relays and fuses. In addition, FinScan have also included full battery and tank monitoring as standard in the NUCLEUS system. Also included as part of the Nucleus system, is the addition of Bluetooth connectivity.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS: Why shouldn’t a boat owner have the same luxuries as they do with their car – most models of cars now days have some kind of auto switch which will automatically turn on the lights if it starts to get dark or turn on the wipers if it detects rain. Digital switching allows you to integrate with an MFD, so it can detect SOG (Speed over ground) and automatically determine you must be cruising and select that particular ‘mode’ for you; or if it reaches a certain time, say 1830 hrs and detects you don’t have you navigation lights switched on it will do this for you. You can control and monitor information from your charger, inverter, check on battery and tank information that can be brought into the system allowing full screen popups and audible alarms. There is hardly a system that can’t be monitored.

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If colour or detail is desired for style, think about using accent trims, accent colours, and contrast piping.

THE BIG

COVER-UP Thereâ€™s more to bedding than simply tossing a duvet over a mattress. Judy Bell-Davis looks at everything from design to covers and how matching the bedroom with the overall dĂŠcor of the vessel is so important.

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Bedding made of seaweed covered with animal hides was found in the caves of Le Lazaret, in France. It is believed to date from 130,000 years ago. We can appreciate the fact it was ecologically correct (I’m assuming the animal hides weren’t from endangered species) and a solution for the cave dwellers’ comfort. From that mean beginning, bedding in the 21st century has now advanced to fashion status with styles, colours, fabrics, and faux furs, for all ages and taste. There is bedding for; baby, naturalists, luxury, vintage, biker, Aloha, Surfer, Italian, Rock ‘n Roll, Retro and the list continues.

Our journey with boat bedding will offer a few suggestions about berth design, bunk and/or bed cushions, sheets, blankets, bed covers and accessory finishes including decorative pillows and storage pillows. We will explore fashions with bedding and bath that coordinate with our décor themes from seaweed to silk in only 130,000 years. BOAT BERTHS This is about comfort for the average bed user and bed maker. Make certain the berth rail is high enough to keep the berth cushion in place but not so high it hurts your knees and legs when getting in and out of bed. If the berth in your boat is already built, doesn’t have a cut out WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 111

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for ingress and egress and lowering the rail is not an option, have your upholstery shop pad and upholster the top of the rail or the whole rail for you. If your boat heels a great amount or is in heavy seas, high rails will keep you in bed but, they don’t need to bruise us when we’re getting in or out of bed. If a new berth or bunk cushion is on the shopping list, leave space for blankets and bed covers by fabricating the cushion a bit smaller than the actual space inside the berth. The space allowed between the cushion and the inside berth rail depends upon what thickness of bedding will tuck in around the cushion. I usually allow 1.5 to 2 cm clearance on each side and the foot of the cushion. The head of the bed stays close to the headboard because only a sheet and cushion cover tuck around that edge. For example, if the cushion will not be made up with sheets and blankets, that cushion will present best if upholstered like furniture and fit full to the rail. Quilt/sleeping bed bags (to be described in the bedding section) when rolled up or open, sit on top of the upholstered cushion. The bed bag is normally washable and brings colour and/or design to the room. Some cushions will relax and spread a bit wider, so ask your fabricator to factor that into his or her patterns along with the tuck- in allowance.

SHEET SELECTION Fitted bottom sheets are the most popular style but for some, a fitted top sheet isn’t always the best option. Some sleepers feel claustrophobic with their feet held in at the foot of the bed, so their sheet set is finished to suit them with a fitted bottom and a flat top sheet. Others prefer not only the bottom sheet to be fitted but the top sheet, as well as any blankets and the bed cover. I remember one bedding company that fitted and snapped all bedding to the foot of the cushion. It was a good idea for beds totally accessible at the foot but an absolute nightmare for bunks with the foot of the bed directly against a bulkhead or hull side. Sheet sets with matching coverlets are available in popular fabrics, blends, colours, prints and sizes. Some even offer coordinating accent pillows and neck rolls. The selection is varied and entirely personal. Example: Egyptian cotton, silk satin animal prints, Harley Davidson Biker sheets or Baby Pooh Friends for the nursery. Retro is popular with younger boaters, the rest of us have been there and done that already. Rock and Roll is a playful option for all ages. BED SACKS This customised item consists of washable king or queen size comforters folded lengthwise with a plastic zipper sewn into zipping up

the bottom and sides of the comforter. A lengthwise folded, flat sheet is tied or buttoned inside – much like a folded sandwich with filling. The sheet is altered enough smaller to not be caught in the zipper and attached so it won’t creep during sleep and can be easily removed to be washed and dried. It is important to have attachments to keep the sheet from creeping, that won’t disturb the occupant. Velcro or snaps are not a good idea. Some bed sacks are fabricated with thicker quilting on one side for cooler weather and thinner quilting on the other side for warmer weather. The seasonal side is up with the other side towards the bunk cushion. The beauty of the bed sack is that is it entirely washable. It rolls up like a sleeping bag and can be designed as a décor feature for the room. If a larger cover is required, the bed sack unzips and becomes full size. For silk luxury, a set of charmeuse/Habuti seamless silk sheets is an option and for absolute luxury, Italian bedding from Frette, Bellino, and Barbacci are also available. Be prepared for lavish luxury. These brands are an investment purchase and priced accordingly. Locally, there are some great stores that offer colour coordinated bed and bath items with good quality, selection and fair pricing. I especially like the fibre fill euro and sleeping pillows because they fully fill and plump up their pillow cases. For the climatically

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Custom made beds are required when dedicated shapes or sizes are dictated by the hull form as in the Belize 54.

Make certain the berth rail is high enough to keep the berth cushion in place but not so high it hurts your knees and legs when getting in and out of bed (Image of Fleming 58).

When bunk rooms require multi tasking and are not used strictly for sleeping accommodations, upholster those bunk cushions with a hardy upholstery fabric.

controlled boat interior, the same sizes are offered in goose feather/down mix. To my mind, there is nothing more pathetic than a droopy, potentially lovely sham with a too small pillow fill inside, so check it out before you purchase.

bed and feel soft to the touch. Drapery and bedspread fabrics are usually made out of cotton, polyester, silk, nylon, rayon or a blend of several just mentioned. If the fabric has thicker yarn strands and doesn’t drape, it will be best fabricated as a thin, fitted coverlet. If shams and lots of accent pillows pose a storage problem at night time or while using the bed, consider a reverse sham bedspread. That is a bedspread that is long enough to tuck sleeping pillows under. Depending upon the style, it is normally quilted on the top side for a full bed top length, with a longer extension piece at the top of the quilt and quilted on the reverse side. The mechanics are simple. Pull the spread up to the headboard, place sleeping pillows in their normal resting place and fold the reversible extension of the quilted piece down over the top of the pillows. Voila! A neat and tidy bed cover without the drill of stuffing and unstuffing sleeping pillows from shams or finding counter space to store strictly decorative shams and accent pillows. When bunk rooms require multi-tasking and are not used strictly for sleeping accommodations – i.e., for storage, gear or equipment, upholster those bunk cushions with a hardy upholstery fabric for garage mode. When bunk rooms revert to sleeping quarters, bed bags and pillows can be rolled together and attractively stored in bags designed to look like large bolster pillows that match or complement the upholstery fabric. When contemplating bedding purchases, it is helpful first to decide on personal use and style. That is, whether the room is ‘restful’, ‘playful’, ‘energetic’ or ‘classic’, and how it relates to the rest of the boat as well as maintenance and practicality therein. Bedding is fashion and definitely more than blankets, sheets and pillows. Have fun with it.

CUSTOM DESIGNED BEDDING This bedding is the crème de la crème as it is individually designed and handmade of fine fabrics such as Belgian silks, fine merino wool or equally posh material which is handguided quilted and designed into bed covers, shams, or accent pillows, to suit the décor of a particular yacht. It is not unusual for the fabric alone to cost thousands of dollars, with design and fabricator labour and quilting to be determined by the time elements involved. This option is for the non-budget project with a brief to customise furniture and furnishings to suit the owners. The result is a highly individual package not to be replicated in another boat. Here’s how to select the proper style for the bed cover: Remember proportions and scale. Don’t choose a large, vivid pattern for a small room unless you have sight problems and can’t find the bed unless you’re wearing your glasses. If colour or detail is desired for style, think about using accent trims, accent colours, and contrast piping at the top of the bed or complementary shams or accent pillows. Remember that quilted bed covers that aren’t tucked in or fitted will flare and minimise bedside floor space in a room. A full-length bed cover may be perfect in a home bedroom but can cause tripping in a marine based master or guest suite. Fabric traditionally dictates style. If the fabric is soft and moves easily, it will drape the

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After talking to many avid boatees, Turntable Limited discovered a need for bespoke mattresses and toppers in the marine market. The Kiwidreamzzz range offers luxurious, bespoke memory foam mattresses and toppers to perfectly fit any shape or size berth. Manufactured in New Zealand, from high density, advanced Visco elastic memory foam, the Kiwidreamzzz products conform to your body shape for all night comfort. The Kiwidreamzzz range of bespoke memory foam mattresses cradle your body in its most comfortable sleeping position. The mattresses are constructed using open cell memory foam making them ideal for berths and cabins as air circulates through allowing any moisture to dissipate. On many occasions, it has been discovered that a customer’s needs do not involve replacing the full mattress but simply finding a solution to the existing sleep surface being too hard. This problem can be easily rectified with one of Kiwidreamzzz’s 5cm memory foam toppers. Using high density Visco elastic memory foam, they respond to body temperature as well as help alleviate pressure points and joint pains. Kiwidreamzzz topper pads are fully enclosed with a zipped washable cover for ease of cleaning. The mattresses and toppers come in all shapes and sizes, and finding the right one for you is a real task and yet one that is often overlooked when you sleep ‘on the move’. With a 15 year warranty on Kiwidreamzzz mattresses and 5 years on the toppers, you can be guaranteed a great night’s sleep for many years to come. Turntable Limited, Ph +64 7 827 3414, www.turntablelimited.co.nz

A GR AND ENTR ANCE

Integrity Motor Yachts is proud to release the very first 460 Grand Sedan. Inspired by owner feedback, the Grand Sedan offers a little more refinement and a touch more performance for those looking for just a little bit extra in their motor yacht. A refined interior saloon and helm layout adjoins the customary entertainers galley and rear deck, with a new accommodation layout offering a stately walk-around bed, with the forward guest cabin available in different layout options. If its additional performance you need, the upgraded standard engine and streamlined hull design means the 460GS will easily achieve 15 knots. The 460 Grand Sedan, another grand idea from Australiaâ€™s leading displacement motor yacht brand.

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COLONSAY PART 3 – ELECTRONICS

LAST YEAR WE RAN SERIES OF ARTICLE ON THE REFIT OF C O LO N S AY, A 3 0 Y E A R O L D P LU S T I M B E R C R U I S E R T H A T T H E C U R R E N T O W N E R ’ S H A V E O V E R T H E PA S T 1 8 M O N T H S B E I N G U P G R A D I N G W I T H N E W S Y S T E M S . I N PA R T T H R E E W E LO O K A T T H E E L E C T R O N I C S U P G R A D E . 116 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MARCH / APRIL 2016

Colonsay has now been fitted with a complete new electronics suite.

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Left: The old flybridge dash Right: The Apollo dome allows for greater TV reception Below: The new look flybridge dash

WHEN THE OWNER first purchased Colonsay, he knew that he would sometime have to replace the old electronics. For a start, some of it wasn’t even working. The Autohelm autopilot was not functioning, the old 1980s vintage Furuno depth sounder wasn’t showing depth and a very average Humminbird fish finder was hardly readable. There was also no GPS or plotter. He knew that the whole suite had to go, both inside at the lower helm and upstairs on the flybridge. This was not going to be simply a matter of replacing a few instruments and screens; it was going to necessitate complete rebuilds of both dashes. We have reported in past issues on the other refits done to upgrade Colonsay, which started with a Vetus-Maxwell bow thruster and then we saw a replacement of the manual controls to electronics controls. All the old systems were replaced with the very latest NHK MEC electronic controls from BLA. So when it came to the electronics, the owners were looking for not only systems that were the latest technology, but would also fit into their rebuild dashes. They needed to blend in without looking out of place with the older style of the boat.

The decision was made to run two new MFDs, with the larger one on the bridge, as that’s where most of the driving was done from. At the lower helm, they installed a Simrad NSS evo2 7” and upstairs a NSS evo2 12”. A new Simrad AP28 autopilot controller was fitted to the flybridge only, as the 7” NSS evo2 multi-function display gave them the ability to run the autopilot at the lower helm without a separate controller. The old instruments were retained, but the engine controls were moved to the port side of the panel, with all the auto-anchor and other instruments to starboard. The throttles are now a lot higher than they were so the skipper has them better at hand when standing to drive. The plan was to modernise but still keep the flybridge dash reasonably simple in layout. There are plans to build in a couple of wings, either side of the fascia to mount other power management systems, such as a docking station for an iPad. Previously there had not been a lot of thought given to getting in behind the dash to service anything, so the new one has been designed to be completely removable for ease of installation and service. Most of the downstairs station have been re-

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placed with a simpler display and a lot less fussy combination of systems. The old fuel management system was dumped, as was the SSB, radar and the manual controls were replaced with the electronic system. The owners admit they don’t spend much time driving from the lower helm, so it wasn’t an area of priority. However, it’s still got everything that’s required if you do have to drive from below. The downstairs helm they admit is still ‘work in progress’ and isn’t likely to be finished for some time. While the new systems are all ‘plug & play’ technology with dedicated harnesses, not so the old style electronics. With over 30 years of wiring, both original and retrofitted, there was a lot removed during the upgrade, but according to the owners, there is still a lot more to come out. The problem is, it’s not quite that simple as a lot of the wiring while not having a clear purpose, may very well be a critical connection to some important component. “ It’s going to take us a while to check each wire and determine if it does anything useful before we remove it, but that’s a job for the winter,” say the owners. The entertainment system was upgraded with an Apollo 450 sat dish with 24” Avtex TV,

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The downstairs dash is still a work in progress

from Apollo Entertainment. The antenna can receive real-time synchronous orbit satellite television signals in both sailing and static conditions. Developed to provide satellite TV reception the TV antenna is of high quality that can automatically search, distinguish, switch, and dynamically capture direct broadcast satellite signals. With so many options available, the owners looked around at all the different MFDs and finally settled on Simrad. The choice to go to Simrad was a simple one according to the owners. They like the brightness of the screens in daylight, the simplicity of operation and found them very intuitive. While the owners did most of the changes to the timber dash themselves, they called on Marine Electrics NZ, to come in a do all the installation of the electronics. This was done ‘dry’ before hand to make sure everything worked as it should and then dropped into the dash when the owner’s completed building it. Since the new install, the owners say they are extremely happy with the finished product and that Marine Electrics NZ did a first class job. “We can see what’s happening now and don’t have to second guess things and we have found we enjoy our boating even more, knowing that the electronics are working 100%”.

THE PRODUCTS

Simrad NSS evo 2 12”

SIMRAD NSS EVO2 – 12” & 7” The NSS12 & 7 evo2 are engineered for performance, functionality and flexible control. Its TouchSensible interface provides multi-touch interaction for ease of use when cruising, as well as a keypad and a rotary push-to-enter dial for quick and effective use on those days when waves and boat movement make it hard to use a touchscreen accurately. Simrad Yachting’s HEROiC software has been optimised for the NSS evo2’s widescreen HD display and multi-touch interface, making use of common gestures that smartphone and tablet users will find familiar. A new Nav page puts key navigational information together in one place, and customisable favourites allow quick access to the functions you use most. The NSS12 evo2’s integrated SonarHub sounder combines StructureScan HD sonar imaging, for a 180-degree picture-like view of the bottom, with CHIRP-enabled Broadband Sounder technology, for reliable fish detection and accurate bottom tracking at all depths. The NSS evo2 provides full autopilot integration for control from its TouchSensible display, and the embedded high-gain 10Hz GPS/ GLONASS receiver provides precise location information without external hardware on most fibreglass boats.

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NAVIONICS AUTOROUTING / JEPPESEN EASY ROUTING Automatic routing brings the convenience of in-car navigation to boating, giving you the confidence to navigate unfamiliar waters and letting you get underway with less delay. Navionics Autorouting and Jeppesen Easy Routing are both fully supported on the NSS12 evo2.

that combines with a user friendly interface and a wealth of features. It has a very intuitive menu, smooth rotary controller, a range of integrated turn patterns to assist you with fishing, diving, or simply recovering a lost fender and a dodge function allows you to navigate around obstructions without disengaging your autopilot. Other neat features include; constant depth tracking, advanced wind steering and auto tuning. The AP28 is also fully waterproof and is NMEA2000 compatible.

wooden boats such as Colonsay. This unit is ideal for all 600 W fishfinders and requires only a single hole in the hull. The B744Vâ€™s patented valve assembly prevents water from rushing into the hull when the insert is removed for cleaning or storage. The innovative housing design allows the T multisensor to be fully recessed into its custom high speed fairing. The end result is a streamlined installation. At speeds above 30 knots (34 MPH), the B744V will produce clear images and solid bottom tracking Features include depth, speed, and temperature in one housing both 50 kHz and 200 kHz when installed with a highperformance fairing and a speed operating range of 1 knot to 45 knots.

SIMRAD AP28 INTEGRATED AUTOPILOT Colonsay has the whole package; AC42 Pilot Computer, RC42 Magnetic FluxGate Compass, AP28 Dedicated control head, RF300 Rudder Feedback and powered by a Simrad RPU160 Reversible Hydraulic Pump. The AP28 is a reliable, performance autopilot controller with a large, highly visible display

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COMPANY PROFILE

Elandra Yachts In three years, Elandra Yachts has produced four of their Elandra 53s, is well underway with the all new Elandra 49 and has established dealerships outside Australia in the US and NZ. However what is very significant about the company is the fact they chose to go against the trend. While most new boat projects of this nature would see them built in China or Taiwan, they chose to stay in Australia. Barry Thompson sat down for a chat with Luke Durman, the founder and owner of Elandra Yachts, plus marine designer and GM Grant Senior and stylist-designer Tom Barry-Cotter, about the company and their expectations for the future.

The Elandra 53 has been an outstanding success.

Where did the Elandra name come from? We were looking for a name that was uniquely Australian and I found an Aboriginal word, Elandra, which translates to, your home by the sea, which was perfect. Our logo is a Maori fish scale pattern and we have incorporated black and gold to represent New Zealand and Australia. When did Elandra Yachts start? Elandra was formed in Nov 2012, but it wasn’t until March 2013 that things started to happen. Before that Tom, Grant and myself meet to discuss and work on the design for the 53. Once we signed the lease on the premises in Arundel, it all moved ahead at a rapid rate, with the building of the plugs and moulds. It was a real Kiwi affair there at the start with well-known Kiwi boat builder Bill Cranston in charge of preparing the plugs and building the moulds. It wasn’t until April 2014 that we started building the first boat and we launched it September of that year. We are now up to #5, with the first four all sold to Sydney buyers

and the fifth our first boat to the US. We plan to have this to the US in time for the Ft Lauderdale Show in early November. Why Build in Australia? Right now it is financially better to build in Australia than somewhere like Taiwan or China and we feel we can be 100% assured of the quality of our boats. We have the skills locally to build as good, if not better than anywhere in the world and that is a very important feature of the Elandra brand. We can test the boats in local conditions and our clients have easy access to their boat while in build. Everything that goes into the construction of the boat is weighed and measured so we have a very accurate record of weight distribution and so there’re no surprises at the end. What has market acceptance been like? We have been extremely pleased with the acceptance in the market and sales to date. It’s a very difficult process to sell an absolutely new brand into not just the local market, but

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overseas, so while the number of boats built to date isn’t huge, it has given us the confidence to know we have market acceptance, we just need some more traction. Hopefully, once the first Elandra 53 is shown in the US, this will happen. It was disappointing to miss the Sydney Boat Show in 2014, but really it hasn’t affected our sales and we have been building to current capacity since the first boat was launched. As I said being a new brand presents a lot of challenges and people want to know if you are going to be still around in 3 years, so releasing the second model was important for our credibility. We needed to show we are not a one boat wonder. We have a strategic direction where we want to take the brand. What is so special about an Elandra? We wanted the opportunity to do something different and as both Tom and myself came out of Maritimo (Tom is Maritimo founder, Bill Barry-Cotter’s son and Luke his stepson), we had a good understanding of the market and what people wanted. We felt there

The trio that’s leading the new Elandra brand, Luke Durman, (right) the founder and owner of Elandra Yachts, marine designer and GM Grant Senior (centre) and stylist-designer Tom Barry-Cotter (left).

was a niche in the market for a high quality, performance based sport yacht that we could market globally, especially the US. What is your capability & models? From this facility we are looking at around six boats a year, depending on the model makeup. Right now we have the Elandra 53 and will be launching the Elandra 49 at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show in May. The reason for the 49 was customer driven and while they were blown away by the finish, performance and style, they wanted something smaller and more affordable. The 49 is a more entry level boat and comes in at around $AU350,000 less than the 53. We want to sit in that 50-70ft segment and where ever you build you need to have a local market for your boats at an affordable price range and it’s that size range we see as being ideal for potential buyers Australia and New Zealand. We do have a 60ft plus model in design but have no timeframe as yet to when that will be released. Are both boats out of the same mould? No, although we have used some componentry of the 53 and worked them into the 49 for both cost and aesthetic reasons. The 53 carries a 5.25m beam and the 49 are 5.05m, so we have two separate hull and deck moulds. Both boats look very similar both externally and in the layouts, it’s just really the physical dimensions that change. This will be a theme for any future models,

so they are all instantly recognisable as Elandra Yachts. What about flybridge models? Not at this stage, but that is something that we will probably look at in the future. We can utilise the same hull and probably just modify the superstructure to change it into a hardtop or open flybridge, but it is not something we have planned in the short term. The Elandra brand wants to be synonymous with sport yachts, which is our niche in the market. To be honest, no one has actually asked us for a flybridge. Is each boat the same? Within the structural framework of the boat you can do a lot of customisation, but in our standard plans we offer some different layouts, as we do with the accommodation area, so we’ve got that covered already. Our solutions are hard to beat and so far we have not had a client who wanted to customise totally the layout and most have been the same as boat #1. Was speed a criteria? The target for the Elandra 53 was to be a boat that would perform well without having to push a lot of horsepower at it and have 8%-9% better fuel efficiency than any of the leading shaft drive manufacturers on the market. In fact, in some ranges it has proven 11%-12% better and when compared to some of the well known UK and Italian built

boats, it is up to 30% better. One in every four full-ups is free! It had to do over 30 knots in just about any conditions and when it was loaded with fuel and gear. We have certainly achieved that with speeds around 34 knots recorded for every boat so far. All have been powered with twin MAN D11 @ 800hp, but other engine packages are available should someone want something different. What about Pod Drives? We haven’t done one and no one has asked for it either. Every boat has been traditional shaft drive and we are more than happy with the results. The way we have designed the boat we have better efficiency than a similarly rated pod drive engine package so really it’s not something we want to pursue. How do you see the boating market ahead? It’s not what it was 5-6 years ago, but there is some steady growth, with customers back and they are buying. It will never get back to those busy days, but it’s a little different for us because we are a new entrant. The exchange rate has accelerated our growth plans for the US market and it is certainly a lot stronger market than New Zealand and Australia. We are happy with the way the market is going and plan to enjoy the journey in the future. Our goal is to build 12-15 boats a year in the next five years and if we can achieve that we will be very content. www.elandrayachts.com WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 123

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LONG TERM CRUISING – what do you do all day?

Visiting local markets, such as the Catania fish market is an exciting part of cruising.

Having spent most of the past six years cruising the eastern Med aboard our Nordhavn 46 passagemaker, Envoy, “what do you manage to do all day?” is a question commonly posed by family and friends. Before going to the Med, we spent over 25 years cruising New Zealand’s north-east coast, mostly between Whitianga and Whangaroa and many of our days were filled with fishing and diving. Even when setting off for a few weeks we’d only take meat for the first night out, knowing that the rest of the time we’d have ample delicious bounty from the sea to feed us. The Med seems to have plenty of fish. Now while this seems a controversial statement virtually every coastal town or village we’ve visited has its own commercial fishing fleet and a fish market displaying species ranging from sardines to swordfish. But we’ve observed very little leisure fishing in the Med and most fishing boats use long lines or nets, so we’ve mostly given up fishing except for trolling to put the occasional tuna on our table. We do plenty of snorkeling in the Med’s largely pristine clear waters, but in most areas you can only scuba dive as part of an organised and guided group. This is to protect the many easily-accessible underwater historic relics from looters. Get the picture? We have plenty of time on our hands compared with our New Zealand boating – so how do we fill it? So here’s another controversial statement. While the North Island’s north-east coast has some stunning coastal and offshore island natural scenery (as does much of the Med by the way), in our opinion there are very few coastal towns or villages offering much of interest to see. Yes, we enjoy visiting Whitianga, Coromandel, Oneroa, Tryphena, Warkworth, Whangarei and Russell, but in our opinion, even some of this pick of the crop

are losing part of their olde worlde charm to excessive development. On the contrary, the northern Med coastline and offshore islands have countless delightful towns and villages, dripping with atmosphere and loaded with quirky shops and historical features to explore, taking a good deal of our time. There is another factor too - the dynamics of living on a boat overseas are quite different to going away for a few days or a few weeks during the summer holidays in your own country. For a start you have to navigate yourself safely through unfamiliar waters without the local knowledge and support structures we take for granted in Australia and New Zealand such as Coastguard, VHF radio trip reports and weather nowcasting. Then you need to do time-consuming routine things like replenishing stores, cleaning, laundry and the maintenance that back home you’d leave until your return to the marina. Buying supplies are very different overseas – you can’t drive your car to a familiar supermarket and load up! With our granny shopping cart in tow, we first have to find a shop then locate the items we need among the unfamiliar and foreign-language printed goods. To complicate matters large supermarkets are rare, so we have to visit several different shops to buy all we need. In countries bordering the Med, the shopping process is regarded as one of life’s pleasures rather than a tiresome chore, and involves tasting different delights such as olives, cheeses and salamis while bantering with shop assistants and fellow customers. Very often the owner-operated shops will then offer a complimentary glass of wine or small gift in appreciation of your custom while more discussion follows. Finally, we have to hump our purchases back to the RHIB and take them out to Envoy. To reduce the need for mammoth shopping

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expeditions, we buy small quantities of heavy items like vegetables, milk, beer, coke and wine nearly every time we go ashore. So what does a typical Med cruising day look like? It always starts with checking the anchor, bilges, fresh water tank levels and engine room. This takes from 30 minutes to about an hour, depending on what needs attention; for example tasks like topping fluids, adjusting vee-belts or running our diesel polishing system to fill our day tank extend the time required. After checking the latest weather forecasts online, next on the agenda is nearly always a swim. What we do next depends on whether we’re going to remain at anchor or cruise somewhere. If planning to remain at anchor, we run the generator for about 90 minutes to charge our batteries, run our refrigeration and heat our hot water tank. Sometimes we extend the generator’s running time to do some laundry while operating the water maker. After breakfast, we usually spend several hours using our RHIB to explore the nearby coastline and interesting areas ashore. Back on board, we allow one or two hours daily for the ever-present maintenance, and then 1800 hours will generally find us in the cockpit, cold beer or wine in hand reflecting on the day’s activities and making some plans for the next few days before we fire up the barbecue for dinner. If we’re moving on we up-anchor after our swim and enjoy breakfast under way – one of the advantages of a stabilised displacement hull is that nothing moves around much and except in particularly rough waters you can do most everything underway. Then we find the next exotic location, and do it all over again! Safe cruising.

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New Zealand rock lobsters found around our coastline and offshore islands, are referred to as “crayfish”, a name more correctly applied to freshwater species. The sustainable management of our rock lobster fisheries is supported by an extensive research programme and an enforcement and compliance regime. If you are diving for crays your limit is; Male red rock lobster with a tail width more that 54mm. Female red rock lobster with a tail width more than 60mm. Packhorse rock lobster either sex with a tail length more than 216mm and six Crayfish per day per person. New Zealand has two common species of rock lobster: the red or spiny rock lobster Jasus edwardsii and the green or packhorse rock lobster Jasus verreauxi. The packhorse, the world’s largest rock lobster, can be as large as 60 cm and 15 kg. Red rock lobster are generally smaller, but have been measured at 54 cm overall length and weighing over 8 kg.

YOU WILL NEED - 1 Crayfish - 2 cups Fresh panko breadcrumbs - 1 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley - 1 tbsp Chopped chives - 2 tbsp Lemon juice - 50g Melted butter (Lewis road Creamery) - Grated Zest of 1 small Lemon - Golden Sun Thai Sweet chilli sauce - Cracked Pepper to Season HERES HOW Partially cook crayfish in salted water, split in ½ lengthwise. Chop flesh into bite sized portions & loosely pack back into shells. Brush or drizzle with Thai sweet chilli sauce then top with the crumble mixture sprinkled over & around flesh. Place under grill & cook for 5 minutes, or until the top starts to brown. Wash down with chilled Anchorage Sauvignon Blanc

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CRUMBLE Mix breadcrumbs, lemon juice, zest & herbs in a bowl. Season with plenty of cracked pepper. Add melted butter just prior to grilling the crayfish. Blend well with breadcrumb mixture. Serve with a crispy salad.

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stainless boarding platform, towing eye, screen and many more standard and aftermarket accessories. We have recently added a Fusion Stereo (Wi-Fi) and a Raymarine Dragonfly Pro 5 Fishfinder/Plotter/GPS unit. The Hosking trailer has been totally rebuilt and re-dipped with mag wheels added - for last years Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show exhibition. It also has an automatic retrieving latch for easy one-man boat retrieval.

This would have to be one the best Projet’s available on the market today and at $36,000 – just half of it’s replacement value !!!

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away the washing machine, forward from the saloon to starboard is the bunk room for two and to port a Double with access to the head and shower, the forward cabin is another double. The enclosed fly bridge has a commanding view and is well appointed with Radar,GPS auto pilot and engine controls of which there is a second set in the cockpit, Large seating and aft deck with more seating, plenty of room on the forward deck with solid S/S rails all round a davit and rack to port for the RIB and other water toys.

Westhaven - Auckland - NZ - Ph +64 9 376 6331 Wayne Baston. Mob +64 27 4502 654 Terry Needham. Mob: 021 966 178

including a head. This boat is a great package including a new 315 hp Yanmar diesel fitted in late 2014 and only done 60 hrs and still under warranty. A huge opportunity for somebody to have all this ready to go without the expense. Our instructions are to have the boat sold, come and inspect outside our office in Westhaven.

$790,000 Call Terry on 021966178

DB090

$115,000 Call Wayne on 0274 502 654

This boat would be one of the best example we have seen. Decked out for fishing and cruising a great sea boat if you want to go to the Great Barrier, Kawau were ever you want; you can go in safety and style. Hard top clears fully enclosed and dry. On board it has a two burner cooker, sink stereo tv and all the comforts for sleeping

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Pelin Cruiser

This big Pelin cruiser in very good condition would suit a big family, 3 cabins each with a double berth, plus 2 singles in the main saloon. Twin 550 hp Detroit diesels shaft drive, 15 - 18 knots cruise 20 top speed. 7.5 KVA genset, shore power and inverter, 3 fridges plus freezer water maker. All of the usual good quality electronics complete with rigid plastic dinghy and 3 hp outboard. This very big volume, well maintained vessel should be inspected by all big boat buyers. Price: $320,000 Call Terry 021966178

RAYGLASS C RU I SE M AST E R This 2009 Rayglass Cruisemaster has been in the dry stock service 2010 and kept in mint condition, the boat although 2009 has only done 197 hours and is a stylish unit from the sliding sunroof to the microwave oven. It’s a luxurious weekender all ready to go with a cruise speed of 24 knots and max around 38 knots. This is a great package for only $140,000. Call Wayne on 0274502654

The 6000 Sunbridge from Whitehaven offers the ultimate on-water lifestyle in the lap of luxury. The 6000 Series has been engineered for smooth, dry performance in all conditions and with an interior layout and finish for those who appreciate the pinnacle of quality. The spacious daybridge layout provides owners with another area to entertain or while away the hours in complete comfort. The generouslysized cockpit is

the ideal platform for alfresco living, with easy one level access to the galley which boasts a host of brilliant top of the range appliances, adjacent to the saloon. Handcrafted joinery and masterful glazing add to the feeling of space and grandeur, offering unobstructed views and natural light in the saloon. State-of-the-art Besenzoni helm chairs and uncluttered dash set up, fitted with the latest generation electronics to the owner’s preference, complement the impeccable styling of the interiors. a

The Future of Big Boating The 6000 Flybridge takes inspiration from the Whitehaven 7000 Flybridge, offering a spacious entertainer’s cockpit, tender garage, flowing galley through saloon, stunning accommodation etc. Multiple accommodation layouts are available, along with our unique contemporary forward or aft galley saloon flowing out to a Euro-style cockpit. In an effort to deliver the smoothest ride, the hydrodynamically designed hull ensures soft entry and dry ride. Master-crafted timber work is a feature of each of the various internal layout options for the 6000 Flybridge. A consistent feature across the range is the impressive

Westhaven - Auckland - NZ - Ph +64 9 376 6331 Wayne Baston. Mob +64 27 4502 654 Terry Needham. Mob: 021 966 178

full-beam Master Stateroom offering a luxury, space and stability in all conditions. Full gloss or satin timber finish are options, complemented by a broad selection of premium Ultra Leathers in the headliners and seating. Quality appliances are offered throughout the spacious aft or forward galley, along with a stainless steel barbecue and refrigeration in the cockpit, enhancing every occasion and making entertaining a breeze. Whether you’re looking for a motor yacht that serves as a long range cruising holiday home or first class luxury weekend apartment, the Whitehaven 6000 Flybridge surpasses your expectations on all fronts.

DB090

SPECIFICATIONS LOA inc s/platform 19.1m / 62'6'' Beam5.33m / 17’ 6” Maximum Draft1.47m / 4’ 8” Sleeping Capacity6-8 persons Fuel Capacity Approx 5,500 litres Water CapacityApprox 800 litres Holding Tank CapacityApprox 300 litres Generator22.5kW / 50HZ

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Magellano 50

Length overall (incl. pulpit)

15.64 m | 51'3'' ft

Hull length (incl. platform)

14.98 m | 49'1'' ft

Beam (at main section)

4.65 m | 15'3'' ft

Draft (incl. props at full load)

1.32 m | 4'4'' ft

Displacement (at full load)

25 t

Engines

2 x 425 mHP (313 kW) Cummins QSB 5.9

Maximum speed

20 knots

Cruising speed

16 knots

Fuel capacity

3.000 l (792 US gls)

Water capacity

700 l (184 US gls)

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