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2017 AN NUAL
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WAT ER WAT EVER YWH ER Ten Tips on ERE Making Water
CRU ISE OF THE ENV OY Exploring Santo rini and Crete
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Instant Success MARITIMO M59
DESTINATION: LORD HOWE ISLAND ESCAPE
TO A PRISTINE ENVIRONMENT
KNOWING YOUR ANCHOR
WHAT WILL WORK BEST FOR YOU?
EDITORS CHOICE
21 BOATS OF THE PAST 21 YEARS
ALSO REVIEWED MARLO W 53E CO BALT R5 WSS DICKEY 45 SEM IFLY SEA NYMPH O ASIS 635 YAMAHA GP 1800 PWC I NTEGRITY 490 GRAND SEDAN
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The Maritimo M64 is the perfect example of where innovative engineering and design efficiency combine to deliver the ultimate performer. With apartment sized interior space that includes a full beam master suite and enclosed stairway between the bridge and lounge, the dual living luxury and numerous entertaining options make for the ultimate in relaxed easy going yachting. There’s so much more to a Maritimo.
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2017 INTERCEPTOR 9000 MODEL UNVEILED
Introducing two of the latest developments from Sealegs: the 7.7m Sport D-Tube and the Interceptor 9000 with Hydrasol®. The 7.7m Sport D-Tube is a craft born from customer demand - an all-aluminium hulled craft with all the space afforded by our 7.7m design - the ultimate fishing weapon. The Hydrasol® revolutionises the Interceptor 9000, integrating the inboard powerpack into the wide console and opening up the entire aft section of the craft. See both on display for the first time at The Hutchwilco Boat Show.
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CONTENTS
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REVIEWS 45 DICKEY SEMIFLY 45
62 COBALT R5WSS
78 SEA NYMPH OASIS 635
90 YAMAHA GP 1800 PWC
120 126 MARITIMO INTEGRITY M59 490 GRAND SEDAN
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F E AT U R E S 56 DESTINATION – LORD HOWE ISLAND To set foot on Lord Howe Island is to escape to a pristine environment and discover one of the cleanest places on earth.
68 EDITORS CHOICE Barry Thompson presents his favourite 21 boats of the past 21 years.
84 KNOWING YOUR ANCHOR
110 NEW LAUNCHINGS
132 CRUISE OF THE ENVOY
We look at the different types of anchors and what they are designed to do.
Fleming 78 Classic Explorer 52
Laurie and Diane Cranfield continue their Mediterranean adventure, to Santorini and Crete.
96 TOWING BIG RIGS Shane Kite looks at some of the things you should know if you are towing a seriously large boat/motor/ trailer package.
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112 VENTURE TO THE ALEUTIANS Tony Fleming takes his Fleming 65 on a 5000nm, 4-month journey to the Aleutian Islands.
142 WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE Mike Telleria looks at ten things to know about making water on board.
REGULARS 8 DESIGN FOCUS
38 POWER ON
Arrow460 –Granturismo
Latest news from the world of power, including Seatorque’s The Boss.
10 LEADING COMMENT 21 Years and still loving it.
40 ELECTRONIC NEWS
12 PUBLISHERS COMMENT
Hot new products from some of the world’s leading brands.
Show Time!
42 RACING NEWS
14 GUEST COMMENT
Fairview still dominates NZ Offshore Series & Lupton wins another Masport Cup.
All about powercats Mark Elkington MD of Multihull Solutions
16 SEEN & ADMIRED Grady White 237CC Sea Ray 355
44 CRUISING MATTERS Cruising in a Maritimo 48.
46 FROM THE GALLEY
20 NEWS News, new products, new boats and events.
PACIFIC
Cast away your worries
Derek The Chef prepares Thai Yellow Fish Curry.
2017 ANNUAL
2017 AN NUAL
FREE PACIFIC PASSAGEMAKER 2017 ANNUAL INSIDE VENTURE
TO THE
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RS, PASS AG
E MAKER S
AND CR UISIN
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Venture to the
ALEUTIANS
WATER WATER EVERYWHERE Ten Tips on Making Water
CRUISE OF THE ENVOY Exploring Santorini and Crete
REVIEWED:
MARLOW 53E
NEW LAU NCH
INTEGRITY
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490 GRAND
FLEMING
SEDAN
78 CL ASS IC
MARITIMO
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DESTINATION: LORD HOWE ISLAND ESCAPE
TO A PRISTINE ENVIRONMENT
Venture to the
ALEUTIANS 06/2016
KNOWING YOUR ANCHOR
WHAT WILL WORK BEST FOR YOU?
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EDITORS CHOICE
21 BOATS OF THE PAST 21 YEARS
MARLOW 5 3 E
WATER WATER EVERYWHERE Ten Tips on Making Water
CRUISE OF THE ENVOY Exploring Santorini and Crete
DICKEY 45 S EMIFLY SEA NYMPH OAS IS 6 3 5
REVIEWED:
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ALSO REVIEWED COBALT R5 WS S
YAMAHA GP 1 8 0 0 PWC INTEGRITY 490 GRAND S EDAN
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ISSUE 35
COVER See page 120
MARLOW 53E
INTEGRITY 490 GRAND SEDAN
NEW LAUNCHINGS:
MARITIMO M59
FLEMING 78 CL ASSIC & EXPLORER E52
2017 Pacific PassageMaker Annual See page 107
View articles in blue in the 2017 Pacific PassageMaker Annual - starting on page 107.
Sydney · Phone +61-(0)2-9936 1670 pantaenius.com.au
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DESIGN FOCUS
Arrow460 –Granturismo SILVER ARROW OF THE SEAS
Is it a car or is it a boat? No! It’s the first ever motor yacht from Mercedes-Benz and it can be yours for a cool $NZ2.1 million. The luxury motor yacht “Arrow460– Granturismo” designed by Mercedes-Benz Style is the first example of this new yacht model is named “Mercedes”, and true to the tradition of the name it founds a completely new boat concept. The 14m, 706 kW (960 hp) “Silver Arrow of the Seas” combines the performance of Mercedes-Benz sports cars with unique innovations from the boat industry. The yacht has classic automobile proportions that bring the hallmark Mercedes design
idiom of sensual purity onto the water in a highly emotional and dynamic form. The yacht also combines the advantages of an open boat with those of a hull cabin cruiser in unique fashion. Its crossover design offers the ultimate in variability, resulting in a boat that is equally suitable for day trips and overnight stays on board. It was developed together with Silver Arrows Marine. The luxury motor yacht “Arrow460– Granturismo” can accommodate up to 10 persons. The large side windows are retractable, and the windscreen can be raised. This means that passengers can sit
comfortably in the interior while enjoying an all-round view and the feeling of sitting in the open. With its long foredeck, a flowing, arched roofline and a slightly descending rear, the yacht has classic automobile proportions. No skimping was made in the engine room, however, where Silver Arrows Marine fitted a pair of 480hp Yanmar diesel engines. In a vessel displacing 15 tons, that’s said to be enough to cruise at 28-30 knots and top out at over 40 knots. According to reports, just 10 boats will be produced for Edition 1 and only one person per country will be able to buy the boat.
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EDITOR’S NOTE
PACIFIC
Barry Thompson
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 CONTRIBUTORS Doug Dukeson, Freddy Foote Derek the Chef, Laurie Cranfield, Mike Rose ADVERTISING New Zealand & Australia Doug Dukeson DDI: +64 (0)9 428 2328 Mob: +64 (0)21 772 202 email: doug@boatmags.com Alex Ram DDI: +64 (0)9 428 7277 Mob: +64 (0)21 0286 5298 email: alex@boatmags.com
21 YEARS & STILL ENJOYING IT.
PRODUCTION Design & Prepress: Annabelle Rose Design Mob: +64 (0)27 427 4559 email: design@annabellerose.co.nz Printer: PMP Limited WEBSITE Momentum Marketing Carl Thompson Tel: +64 (0)21 762 275 email: carl@gomomentum.marketing ACCOUNTS Soraja Thompson Tel: +64 (0)9 428 2086 email: accounts@boatmags.com CIRCULATION Gordon & Gotch Ltd SUBSCRIPTIONS Printed & Digital subs@boatmags.com Pacific PowerBoat is published bi-monthly January, March, May, July, September, November REGISTERED OFFICE 14 Glamis Ave, Manly, Whangaparaoa, Auckland, New Zealand. email: barry@boatmags.com www.boatmags.com Postal Address: PO Box 132 Whangaparaoa, Auckland 0930, New Zealand. All rights reserved. Reprinting in whole or part is expressly forbidden, except by written permission of the publisher. Printed in New Zealand ISSN 2230-4134 (Printed) ISSN 2230-4142 (Online)
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t only seems like yesterday that Doug Dukeson and I turned up at the 1996 New Zealand Boat Show with a brand new magazine. NZ Propeller was unashamedly pitched at the trailer boat market and we knew from the start that we were on a winner. Back then the trailer boat market was on a roll and everyone was busy. The alloy boat builders were starting to make their presence felt, but it was still very much a fibreglass market. In our first issue, we featured reviews on the Buccaneer 720 Elite, Alli-Craft V450 and the Bonito 685 Calais. While Buccaneer and Bonito (now Smuggler) are still in business Alli-Craft disappeared many years ago. Issue #1 ran adverts from brands such as Buccaneer, Haines Hunter, Fi Glass, Rayglass, CSB Huntsman, Bayliner, Seaforce, Stabi Craft, Cresta Craft and Fyran. Apart from Cresta Craft and Fyran, they are all still busy pumping out boats. Most have also been regular advertisers over the past 21 years and for that, I would like to say many thanks. It’s through support like this that we can continue producing a world class publication. Plus I can’t forget Yamaha, who have taken the outside back cover of the magazine for 21 years! I have seen many changes over the years, not only with our publication mix; NZ Propeller, Pacific MotorYacht and now Pacific PowerBoat, but in that time we have slotted in a few more like China Yachting, Pacific PassageMaker, Australian
Propeller, RIB magazine and PWC Annual. When the GFC came, we were all hit hard and struggled to survive. But survive we have and today, thanks to the boost of videos and online marketing the future still looks good. If there is one thing I have noticed develop in the marine industry over all those years, it is the unending pursuit of quality. Be it a deck fitting, electronics, boat design or outboards, everything seems to get better and better. I have also seen a significant change in boat design and while 21 years ago the pontoon alloy boat and hardtops were in their infancy, today they are mainstream. While the active production fibreglass builders have dropped to less than eight, the alloy builders have risen to over 70! Yes over 70 and they still seem to grow. Over the past 21 years, we have reviewed hundreds of boats from the smallest tender to the largest super yacht and it is amazing how they still keep coming. New builders, new designs and all aiming at the same crowded market. Elsewhere in the magazine, I have put together the first of a three-part series on boats and products I have found interesting over the past 21 years. This issue is trailer boats, next issue I look at launches and cruisers and then in the third chapter I will present 21 interesting and innovative products. If you get this magazine before the Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show call by and say hi. Love to get your feedback on the boats that spun your wheels!
A LONG TRUSTED NAME IN NEW ZEALAND BOATING
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SHOW TIME W
ith the parting of our summer boating season, comes the arrival of our marine industries other season – the boat show season. For me, this year clocks up 30 boat show seasons under my belt and I still get a little excited on set up of our stand. It’s also time again to catch up with industry and readers all under one roof at the many shows we attend around New Zealand and Australia. Reflecting back over three decades of boat shows – I think of the many places we have travelled promoting our titles and how both the shows and the publishing world have changed over the years. Boat shows have become much more professional, both the quality of exhibits and products displayed have improved significantly. The ‘first-night blowouts’ for exhibitors seemed to have mellowed - or perhaps that is just me maturing with age, rather than marinating with age Marine publications have also changed significantly – from turning up with a table, chairs and boxes of magazines, to now offering not just the printed versions, but digital subscriptions available for a fraction of the cost, aligned with excellent informative video content for both product and boat reviews. These product and boat reviews are also stored on our website for subscriber referral. In fact just this week, I had a digital subscriber contact me, complimenting us on the fantastic resource of the stored past reviews we had to offer online www.BOATMAGS.com. He purchased an engine to repower his boat after sifting through the many boat reviews similar to his boat (weight, length style, etc.). After reading though, analysing the comments, performance and fuel consumption figures, he managed to narrow down and make a purchase decision. This could well be why our digital subscriber numbers have swelled quickly to 7,200 in such a short period. We look forward again, to catching up with readers and the industry, in our 21st year of publishing as D&B Publishing. Please call by and say hello when you are passing – we appreciate your views and comments, ensuring we continue to bring you the best possible powerboat magazines available!!! 12 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
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was virtually born into boating, being introduced to the lifestyle through my father who was a keen boater in Western Australia. I spent almost every weekend messing around on boats and worked every school holidays on the monohull ferries that operated between Fremantle and Rottnest Island. After completing my studies at the Fremantle Maritime College, I started my career as a professional fisherman in a small coastal town in the West. This was in the early ’80s, and we all turned our noses up at the very few power catamarans that appeared in the industry and along the coastline with their cruising owners on board, only because we did not understand the concept at all, and some of the designs and superstructure looks were hideous. We were monohull guys, because that’s all we knew. However, my appetite for a better understanding of these two-hulled powerboats started later in the ’80s after travelling to various parts of Australia. I came across designs from the east coast, New Zealand, and by other overseas manufacturers, and started asking questions. This led to a better understanding of the concepts, designs and construction, and after the many long hours at sea on both mono and multihull powerboats, I got hooked. I am as happy at sea on both monos and multis if the boat is well designed, and we could all write books on the advantages and disadvantages of the two. But after meeting more and more multihull designers, shipyards and owners, I became excited about what was on the drawing boards for pleasure craft development (my reference in this article), and I have now been involved with the multihull market ever since. New Zealand and France have been the leaders in design and development of these cruising power catamarans in my opinion, however many countries are catching up with some interesting design concepts. The standout features to me with most power catamarans include: long cruise range, low fuel burn, stability without stabilisers and complex stability systems, personal space separation (courtesy of the two hulls), and being able to move from one anchorage to another without having to pack up and store away everything on board each time you move (of course there are exceptions). Other features like minimal draft, positive floatation and much greater fly bridge passenger capacity just add to the benefits list. The next generation of power catamarans
are progressing with so much research and development going on in the international industry. It excites me every time I travel to see a new venture, and the investments being made are substantial. A good production power catamaran design (13m–15m) can cost up to US$2M from A – Z of the whole process. But with market forecasts of 150 -200+ orders per model over five years by manufacturers that have been leaders in power catamaran design and construction, the investment is commercially sound. A power catamaran hull design will be more costly than a comparable quality monohull of the same length, but a 44-45ft power catamaran offers similar space (sq/m foot print) to most 50-55 ft monohulls, so they are not more expensive when you take into consideration the amount of space offered. To create an entry-level option, some manufacturers are removing masts from their sailing catamaran designs and adding a flybridge, as well as a bit of extra hull length for buoyancy to handle larger engines. This saves substantial investment costs required to manufacture a power catamaran design project, and this approach appears acceptable for those buyers that want a lower-cost entry-level cruising power catamaran. These designs have also helped grow the power catamaran market with so many converted sailing catamarans on offer these days, and they are good options for buyers that only want a fair-weather, coastal cruising power catamaran and are comfortable with lower speeds. At a recent conference I attended in Dusseldorf in Germany, it was clear that the growth internationally is in power catamaran production, based on the graphs and numbers presented. The power monohull production shipyards are seeing little growth in their order books, and some are dealing with a decline. These statistics were based on 12-22m boats built in composite GRP construction. Power catamaran designs, layouts and looks are improving every year, and the market is responding really well. We are now seeing some head-turning new releases entering the market, both locally and internationally. I remember some seven years ago when power catamarans represented around 5% of our new boat business, I said in a management meeting that 40%+ of our total new multihull business will be in power catamarans in 10 years (by 2020), and everyone thought that I had just returned from a long boozy lunch. We are almost there….
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GW Fisherman 236
REDEFINING THE CENTRE CONSOLE G
rady-White’s Fisherman 236 is foremost a great fishing boat, bred of Grady’s saltwater DNA yet more featurerich and family-friendly than any other centre consoles of this size. The Fisherman 236 doesn’t replace an old boat in the line so much as add a new option, with a layout that is clearly tilted more towards multiple uses. The Fisherman 236 has unmatched sportfishing essentials, such as the oversize cockpit, rod and tackle storage, plus huge capacity fish boxes and a standard livewell. The standard helm seating comprises a leaning post with a backrest, flip-up bolster and rod storage, Choose the optional deluxe post and you get an additional 95 litres of livewell capacity. The family will love two built-in swim platforms, the oversized enclosed head, and comfortable
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bow seating with optional forward facing fold away backrests. Some other familyfriendly features this model incorporates is a freshwater system with a shower at the transom, a portable MSD in the console head compartment, and an optional popup ski pylon. Underneath is the SeaV2 hull that provides an outstanding ride, especially in blue water conditions. Top end speed is 43.2 mph with a Yamaha F250 and can also be rigged with an F300, which increases the speed to around 47 mph. See this awesome new Fishing Machine at the Hutchwilco Boat Show 2017 on the GradyWhite Boats stand 398. Look for a full review in the next issue (July-Aug) of PPB. Marine Imports Ltd, P +64 27 5365346, marineimports@xtra.co.nz, www.gradywhite.com
AUCKLAND’S BEST FISHING SPOT WILL BE 3 NAUTICAL MILES INLAND.
18–21 MAY 2017 ASB Showgrounds, Greenlane, Auckland 10am – 6pm Daily, Late Night Friday (9pm) Admission $18* online or $20 at the gate – Kids 16 & Under FREE *For the total ticket(s) purchased online, a ONE-OFF delivery fee is chargeable. Last day for online ticket sales, 10 May 2017.
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Sea Ray Sundancer 355
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he Sea Ray Sundancer 355 is one of ten models in the current Sundancer range and is fast becoming one of Sea Ray’s most popular. It features an optional integral hardtop that provides greater weather protection and amazing visibility through the virtually seamless windshield. Equipped for the ultimate in cruising, the interior features two enclosed staterooms and yacht-like amenities throughout. From the deluxe galley with ample storage to the solid-surface counter tops and recessed stove, the Sundancer 355 is ready for cooking up a storm. The beautiful and protective Sundancer 355 hardtop is a popular option that extends days and your whole boating season. Temperature controls, broad windows and an oversized, opening sunroof allow you to bring as much outdoors into the cockpit as you desire. The Sundancer 355 combines incredible precision and premium power with twin sterndrive or engine applications for multiple cruising options. It also provides Axius joystick control for precise handling at slower speeds. There are several petrol and diesel power options from a pair of 250hp Mercruiser 4.5L to Mercruiser 3.0L TDI engines at 265hp. The first Sea Ray Sundancer 355 was due to be on show at the 2017 Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show. www.sportsmarine.co.nz
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IN STOCK NOW, READY FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY
CALL SCOTT ON 021 SEA RAY [732 729]
BOSTON WHALER 285 CONQUEST “The Unsinkable Legend”
Aboard the 285 Conquest, anything is possible. Comfort-minded features and amenities enable active day cruises, serious saltwater fishing runs and impromptu overnighting with equal aplomb. Design details throughout maximize helm visibility, walkaround space, seating comfort and more. When not entertaining a crowd in the generous cockpit, head offshore to chase the big fish. • 2017 Model • Twin Mercury 250HP Verado FourStroke Outboards • Full Side Glass Hardtop • Raymarine Electronics Package • 220V Electrical System • Retractable Sun Shade
IN STOCK NOW, READY FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY
SEA RAY 280 SLX The SLX 280 delivers a higher level of excellence that you’ll see and feel. Upscale styling and a gorgeously sculpted hull make an instant impression while slicing through the water. Craftsmanship is apparent down to the last stitch. Cutting-edge technology makes a statement at every turn, thanks to innovations like Dynamic Display and Quiet Ride™, featuring Tuned Transom®. Captain and passengers alike are treated to smooth, responsive performance and ample amenities, like the optional wetbar, to extend day into evening.
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FACTORY 5-YEAR WARRANTY • MerCruiser 6.2L 350HP Bravo III • Full Solid Hull Colour - Black • Dynamic Display - Touchscreen • Blue LED Lighting Package • Electric Power Tower • Refrigerator, 12V • Enclosed Toilet w/Macerator • Stainless Steel Windscreen Frame & LED Lights • Teak Flooring on Swim Platform • Electric Windlass CALL SCOTT ON 021 SEA RAY [732 729]
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Ultimate 18 Cuddy
NEW ZEALAND’S LARGEST BOAT SHOW
is about to get even bigger According to Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show general manager Dave Gibbs demand for more space, from both new and existing exhibitors, has been “intense”. As a result, the 2017 show, at the ASB Showgrounds in Greenlane, Auckland on May 18-21 will boast a very impressive extra 700sqm of stand area! Dave Gibbs says exhibitors wanting to showcase a substantially larger than usual number of new brands (and new models from existing brands) is largely behind the increased demand. Here’s an example of just some of the new models that will be unveiled for the first time at this year’s show:
Image Boats 6.5 Pontoon
Renowned for their conventional rough water capable designs, Invercargill boat builder Image Boats is now producing a Pontoon line as well. At the show, they will unveil their new 6.5 Pontoon, a smaller version of 7.08 Pontoon that was launched late last year. 20 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
Ultimate 18 Cuddy
on-deck areas and large interior spaces. The expanded self-bailing cockpit is ideal for fishing or outdoor relaxation; a transom door leads to the full swim platform, and there’s room atop the deckhouse for stowing anything from cray pots to kayaks.
Nuline 450 Centre Console
The new generation Beneteau Antares 8 boasts a new hull design with improved underway performance and handling. Designed for coastal cruising, it features full double forward en-suite cabin with separate bathroom and toilet, contemporary walnut trim finish, cockpit saloon (able to be converted into sun-lounger), front sundeck and 42 litres of refrigeration.
An entry level 6-metre boat, starting from $46,500 with a 90hp two stroke outboard. Like its larger sibling (the Ultimate 21), it can be customised, has a 17-deg deadrise and fine entry for soft riding and a 200-litre flooding keel for increased stability at rest.
Woodbine Marine is releasing their brand of Nuline aluminium boats ranging from the Nuline 450 Dinghy to the 480 Centre Console. Made in New Zealand from marine grade alloy, Nuline Boats is targeting everyone from first timers to dedicated fishing gurus with turnkey packages, seating 4, from $16,995.
Ranger Tug R25C
Designed to provide maximum comfort and versatility in an easy-to-own, easy-tooperate trailerable mini-yacht the Ranger Tug R–25SC offers a full 2.6m beam for roomy
Beneteau Antares 8
Sealegs 7.7m Sport D-Tube
Designed and built in-house by Sealegs, the new 7.7m Sport D-Tube is aimed at those wanting more volume, coupled with additional features for fishing.
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Sea Ray SLX-W 230 Adds Adrenaline The SLX-W 230 provides all the comfort and luxury of its SLX series namesake and adds a serious shot of adrenaline. You can enjoy wake sports action courtesy of Sea Ray’s V-drive propulsion system with advanced wake-shaping capabilities. Available with Mercury Joystick Piloting for Inboards (JPI), it delivers turn-on-a-dime precision and effortless docking. The SLX-W’s surfing wakes come courtesy of the boat’s 900 kgs of integrated ballast, proprietary WakeTech wakeshaping plates, Sea Ray’s high-performance deep-V hull, and a V-drive TowSport engine from Mercury. Every wake parameter – size, shape, left/right break – is controlled through the SLX-W’s Dynamic Display screen. The boat’s easily controlled ballast system is entirely contained within the hull, out of sight and out of mind until you want to crank up the size of your curl. It’s a far more sophisticated ballast solution than the space-robbing ballast bags you see on most tow boats. And adjusting the amount and location of ballast takes just a finger swipe on the touchscreen display. SLX-W 230 does the calm thing perfectly: settle into a cove or enjoy a peaceful sunset cruise. www.sportsmarine.co.nz
BELIZE ANNOUNCES 66 MOTOR YACHT Luxury marque Belize has announced the latest in its line of classically-styled motor yachts, the Belize 66. The new model builds on the heritage, first unveiled in 2011, with the Belize 54, of a luxury motor yacht that evokes the styles of a bygone era of yachting, of gleaming handcrafted interiors and, most importantly, of individuality.
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Belize co-founder and Riviera CEO Wes Moxey said: “The marque was born of the desire to work with clients to create a distinctive yacht and we embraced their demands for the highest quality craftsmanship.” Today, 25 Belize 54s are cruising international waters, from the coral reefs of Queensland to the Great Lakes and New England regions of the United States where style and tradition are part of the yachting bloodline. Now the Belize marque has taken the concept of a semi-custom motor yacht to a new level with the Belize 66, a vessel that delivers a new sense of space, comfort and luxury and offers an unmatched level of customisation and bespoke elements. Available in sedan or daybridge models, the Belize 66 offers three or four cabins with a large aft utility room or
optional crew quarters. Power is delivered for this new motor yacht by a pair of Volvo Penta IPS 30. With a broad range of options already built into the boat’s design, each owner is assured of selecting an individual configuration that will accurately match their boating and personal lifestyles. Mr Moxey said he and designer Stephen Ford worked for two years on concepts before extensive consultation with current Belize 54 owners. The range of options begins with the overall layout. Clients may select a single-level lifestyle sedan or a daybridge with classic bimini top or hardtop. The hardtop includes a retractable awning sunroof. The Belize 66 is now in build with the first boat - a sedan - scheduled for delivery to its owner in the United States in mid-2018. Two more yachts have already been ordered, including a hardtop daybridge model for a client in Australia. www.riviera.com
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Hamilton based, Admiral Boats have bucked the trend with the release soon of a new 10m all fiberglass cruiser. According to company director Steve Clement, the Admiral 10 is the end result of many years of development, which started with a well-proven hull, which has now been extensively modified, especially in the aft sections. The Admiral 10 is designed around fishing, diving, family boating and overnighting in comfort. “We wanted to try fit as much ‘big boat’ features into a XL trailer boat as possible with the luxury of being able to up and drive it to anywhere we desired”, says Steve.
With a beam of 3m, the Admiral is still trailerable with a special permit and of course the appropriately sized tow vehicle. Steve adds that the boat was designed to play hard but not sacrifice luxury and style. The forward cabin has a v-berth that can convert into a double and a full width double under the saloon floor. With the port saloon settee used as a berth there is comfortable sleeping for seven throughout the boat. The bi-fold window and door open the saloon and cockpit up for the one living area. The cockpit has two huge underfloor lockers either side of the engine room and another four lockers in the coamings. The centre island unit houses the bbq, sink and
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live bait tank. Power for the first boat, which the builders hope to have finished in time for the Auckland On Water Boat Show in September, is a Volvo Penta D4 260 hp engine with DPH sternleg. It will also be fitted with the Humphree trim system. Performance is expected to be around 18-24 knots cruise, with a maximum speed over 30 knots. The Admiral 10 is 10m overall, with a beam of 3m, draft of 1m and all up weight of around 4200kg. She will carry 800 litres of fuel and 400 litres of water Admiral Boats, Ph +64 7 858 3242, E: info@admiralboatsnz.co.nz
Visitors to this year’s Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show will be able to get a first look at the latest from Mastercraft. On display will be the hot new XT20 and XT21 crossover ski/ wake boats, from one of the world’s leading builders. With the new 6.1m, XT20, get ready an easily driven, primed for summertime fun machine, with a new crossover hull design. There is plenty of space in the main lounge area and pickle fork bow to load in all your mates and get ready to blast wakes, roll waves, tumble tubes and pull planks. 1700 pounds of all hard tank ballast goes great with Mastercraft’s Gen 2 Surf System. You can throw up a thick - rampy wake with a crisp lip and a powerful surf wake shape. The choice is yours. The XT20 runs the next generation of Ilmor engines, and the boat comes with the legendary MasterCraft quality and a 5-year MasterCare warranty. The XT20 is the awesomeat-everything compact crossover that never says no to whatever you tow. www.mastercraftboats.co.nz
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Whitehaven Launch latest 6000 Flybridge
Bella Sky is the latest vessel to join the Whitehaven Motor Yacht family. The 6000 Flybridge, was launched in Sydney recently at an event for over 100 people hosted by friend of the brand, Sylvia Jeffreys. The 6000 Flybridge is the latest custom-built motor yacht to land in Australia. Bella Sky has been designed in partnership with the owners to craft their perfect incarnation of a cruising motor yacht that has not only met their requirements but exceeded their expectations. The Whitehaven 6000 Flybridge, based
on the AG Ship 7000 template, combines all the high-end, superlative features of a much larger vessel in this custom-crafted motor yacht. The new bespoke Whitehaven 6000 Flybridge boasts a three-suite, three bathroom layout, as per the owners’ specifications, making it unique among competitors. Highlights include a large swim platform and tender garage, covered cockpit with electric awning for alfresco dining, the ultra-spacious saloon that features a full-size dining table for seating eight in complete comfort and a full-
beam master cabin with adjacent en-suite. The flybridge is yet another versatile living space, with a three helm chair arrangement and luxurious outdoor lounge for socialising while driving the vessel. All details of the Whitehaven 6000 Flybridge are quintessentially 5-star, from the top of the line appliances in the galley and the hallmarks of Whitehaven Motor Yachts in the master joinery. Bella Sky boasts exceptional performance, fuel economy, seakeeping and capacity for long range cruising. www.whitehavenyachts.co.au
BACK IN WATER AFTER 70 YEARS A Bay of Islands game-fishing fast boat last in the water in 1946 took out the top prize at this year’s NZ Antique & Classic Boat Show, held at Lake Rotoiti in the Nelson Lakes National Park in early March. Around 130 clinkers, steam launches, classic motorboats, sailing dinghies and their owners enjoyed two days of boating and chatting about boats, with the Jens Hansen trophy for best vessel overall going to ‘Malolo’ owned by Max Cumming and Ra Tangaroa from Russell in the Bay of Islands. The 5.7m kauri fast launch was built in
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1929, taken out of the water during WW2 due to fuel rationing, re-launched briefly in 1946 and had sat in paddocks and sheds around the Bay of Islands until acquired by the current owners in 2011. Max Cumming says with no photos of the original boat the restoration was based on the memories of four old boaties who could remember going on ‘Malolo’, which was originally built to act as a ‘water taxi’ for game fishermen.
Judges’ spokesman John Harris said there was the usual high standard of boats entered, representing hours of work in new builds and restorations from their passionate owners. “The winning launch stood out for the faithfulness of the restoration and the story behind it,” he said. “We were impressed that it still had fittings like the brass holders for game fishing rods.” Photo by Wade Doak.
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ELITE MARINE BUSY Custom boat building is alive and well in New Zealand if the orders Elite Marine Design have in hand is anything to go by. Designer Bill Upfold currently has four projects under construction, from sedan cruisers to an 18m sport fisher. There are two 13m Sedans being built, one by Allan Tongs Boatbuilders on Auckland’s North Shore for a Nelson based client and the other by Clevedon builder, Scott Lane Boatbuilders for an Australian owner. Both will be powered by a single Cummins QSC 550s, plus bow and stern thrusters. Keri Keri boatbuilder, Dave Blair Boats, have a 15.2m Passagemaker trawler for a local customer, which will be running a Scania 400hp. This is based on the very successful Luana hull and follows true passagemaker lines with long range cruising capabilities. Also, there is an 18m Flybridge sport fisher being building at Matakana, by a team of talented boat builders recruited by the owner. Power will be a pair of MAN i6 730hp engines. www.elitemarine.co.nz
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Boat show season kicked off in fine style on the Gold Coast from March 17 to 19 with the 2017 Gold Coast International Boat Show and Marine Expo. Held in conjunction with the Riviera and Belize Festival of Boating on the grounds of the Gold Coast City Marina in the marine industrial precinct of Coomera, organisers report that despite mixed weather throughout the three days of the show, it attracted a high degree of interest from the boat-buying public. Over 23,000 visitors from around Australia and the world streamed through the show’s gates for a $150 million showcase, which organisers said was a record for the event. “We’ve absolutely eclipsed all our previous records – visitor numbers, sales at the show, the number of boats on display, exhibitor numbers and our massive Fleet of Firsts for product and boat premieres,” said Event and Marketing Manager Emma Brown. “The overall show visitation number was up 18 % and that is very rewarding given this year we packaged the boat show into three days from four in response to exhibitor feedback.” “The majority of our visitors were experienced boaters, but there were also many families who are completely new to boating who were able to experience everything from free sailing and waterskiing lessons to fishing demonstrations, boatbuilding factory tours and even noobligation sea trials with The Mercury Edge,” she said. “In so many respects, 2017 has been a turning point for our boat show and our marine industry – it’s fantastic.” Many exhibitors and visitors welcomed the
change in date from the past two years, in which the event had gone head-to-head with the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in May. The Club Marine stand saw plenty of visitors, many drawn by the public launch of the $250,000 Boatloads of Fun promotion. This year show organisers incorporated plenty of attractions and activities, including the Tafe Gold Coast Battle of the Boat Builders, as well as free wakeboarding, waterskiing and sailing lessons. There was also plenty for the fishing enthusiasts. There was a host of new model releases, including the world and Australian premier launches for many leading boat brands, such as the Cordova 51 and 60 from Clipper Motor Yachts, the Lagoon 42 from The Multihull Group and Aquila 44 from Multihull Central. Meanwhile, the Riviera and Belize Festival of Boating was a positive hive of activity, with plenty of owner seminars, factory tours and fun activities for the kids. Riviera Band and Communications Director, Stephen Milne, said: “We created the Festival six years ago for luxury motor yacht owners and people aspiring to the lifestyle to grow their confidence and knowledge. “This is now the most comprehensive motor yacht educational event in Australia. Riviera is proud to have developed this program to help people enjoy the ultimate boating experience.” Milne said the most important aspect of the Festival is education. Riviera conducted the Queensland premiere of its 4800 Sport Yacht as well as hosting 550 owners and guests at its spectacular danced-themed Saturday night gala dinner.
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Opua-based NSR Alloy Solutions recently launched their first large recreational power cat and already have a second one (15m) in build. Garfield, a 14m Alan Walker, designed all alloy power cat has been constructed for an experienced yachtsman, looking for a genuine offshore cruiser. The hull is full displacement canoe stern design, which provides an easily driven hull with low horsepower. Named Garfield, it is built tough with 6mm hull and 5mm topsides and displaces 14 tonnes (light). Builder, Terry Forsbrey says that both power cats are designed for serious passage making and have the tankage and fuel economy to suit. While the 14m version carries 3800 litres, the 15m holds 5000 litres, both enough for a TransTasman and Pacific Island crossing with plenty to spare. Top speed is an impressive 23 knots, with a range of 2300nm @ 9.5 knots, for 1.5 lpnm. Garfield is powered by a pair of Hyundai 270 hp engines through conventional shafts. The layouts are entirely customised by the owners, with spacious hulls and a wide 6m beam to provide exceptional space for accommodation and recreational areas. Northland Spars and Rigging Ltd, Ph +64 (0)9 402 6280, E: contact@alloyboatbuilders.co.nz
individual cabins, which is due to the optional 3/2-way bypass valves or the new EHM 230V in-line tubular heating elements. Installed in the air channel, they complement the climate control system with an additional independently adjustable heating source. The new air handlers are suited for operating with the Webasto chiller air-conditioning systems in the BlueCool C, P and V-Series and are compatible with the BlueCool Expert Tool, which provides for easy commissioning,
diagnosis and configuration of system settings. The A-Series is also the first BlueCool product line to be equipped with the MyTouch display as its standard control unit. www.webasto-group.com
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NEWS Recently appointed New Zealand and Australian agents for the Swedish built Nimbus brand, Sports Marine have their first boat due in May. The Nimbus 305 Coupe is a smart, functional and practical design that sees the aft deck on the same level as the bathing platform and saloon. It has a generously sized comfortable L-shaped sofa for five persons with foldable seating. The interior of the boat is of exceptional quality and the atmosphere radiates a feeling of space and light.
The boat has two cabins with the owners’ cabin available with Queen bed or V-bed and a guest cabin, sharing a common head with shower. The helm has been maximised to provide the greatest possible flexibility and can be equipped with accessories according to individual requirements. The saloon features large flat surfaces and is both light and airy and cosy, thanks to choice of materials and LED-lighting. The large glass roof openings and opening roof hatches provide generous light. Power for the 305 Coupe is Volvo Penta D3 (110hp220hp) or Torqeedo Deep Blue electric inboards. The 10.07m, 305 CoupÊ is a contemporary, superfunctional boat that will certainly find appeal in local waters. www.sportsmarine.co.nz
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Project K 6.4m tender Custom 800m Classic - The new JPRIBS Classic Series combines practicality, performance with the signature JP RIBS style and design at an affordable price point. The first to take the water from this series will be a crisp white, 8m tender which includes a full beam console and white 300hp Mercury Verado. This tender is based on JPRIBS Custom 800 Cabin, however, includes only the necessary features allowing the client to customise to their requirements. The full beam console provides
protection from all weather conditions making it the perfect tender for boating enthusiasts all over the world. The first from the JPRIBS Project K Series is a custom 6.4m super yacht tender that has been designed specifically for an Italian built 41m luxury expedition boat based in the Mediterranean. JPRIBS is excited to be featuring this tender at both the Cannes and Monaco 2017 boat shows taking place later this year in the South of France. www.jpribs.com
HELLA LED FLOODLIGHTS NOW WITH DUAL COLOUR OPTIONS Bright white light is great when working or performing a specific task but often a softer tone or secondary colour is desired. Owners can now benefit from two alternating LED hues with the new Dual Colour Sea Hawk-XL lamps from Hella marine. Measuring 170mm W x 68mm H x 58mm D these stylish lamps keep a low profile. Two rows of bright white LEDs producing 750 lumens for working, docking, diving or fishing. A third row of alternate colour LEDs increases versatility. Red LED models preserve night vision for commercial use, ocean racing or sportfishing. A blue LED version enhances the boat’s appearance, and a warm white option matches interior lighting and creates a softer hue for more comfort. The Sea Hawk-XL lamps feature a corrosion-resistant, thermal polymer ceramic housing that is completely sealed to IP 67 standard. Its unique design distributes heat away from internal components for longer life. A heavy duty, Swiss-made Grilamid lens provides exceptional resistance to impacts, and both UV and chemical damage. These lights offer low power consumption (<12W) and Multivolt circuitry that provides steady, even illumination from 9-33V DC. A 316 stainless steel bracket provides robust mounting and permits vertical adjustment of the lamp without tools. Like every LED lamp from Hella marine, these dual colour floodlights are backed by a full 5-year warranty. www.hellamarine.com
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PACHOUD PACHOUD LAUNCHES LAUNCHES ANOTHER ANOTHER 40-KNOT POWERCAT Sojourn is the latest high-speed power cat from Pachoud Motor Yachts and is a similar design to Voodoo, another high-speed power cat built by this experienced Tauranga yard. The 18m foil assisted power cat is also from the design board of Roger Hill and like Voodoo cracked 40 knots on sea trials. The 40.3 knots was achieved with full water tanks, 1800L fuel, four people and stores, for a displacement of around 26 tonne.
The South Island owners were looking for a fast live-aboard boat that they could enjoy for the limited time they have available for cruising when in Auckland. The foil is the next generation design following the ‘Voodoo’ R & D process with extensive modelling and CFD analysis, all running surfaces and appendages have been optimised. The boat is fitted with a pair of MTU S60 at 825 hp.
A sister ship is also nearing completion for an Australian client which will be fitted with a pair of MTU M94 V8’s at 1250 hp. The Sojourn will be shown at the Auckland Boat Show later in the year. Look for a full review on Sojourn in the Sept/Oct issue of PPB. www.pachoud.co.nz www.powercatsnz.com
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CJD Watermakers are Kiwi designed and manufactured that have set Paxton Company Ad 1 | 212.725 x 276.225mm | 8 3/8” x 10 7/8” a whole new standard for reliable, efficient water makers. Available in two versions that suit marine applications, CJD Watermakers claim that their DC60 is the most efficient water maker in the world. Producing 60 lph and only using 19 amps @ 12 vdc, the DC60 is ideal for boats with a limited power supply, such as no generator. Good battery or solar power is all you need to run this unit. It carries an RRP of $NZ9600 plus gst. The secret of the efficiency of the DC60 says its designer and company owner, Chris Dent, is built around a 100% reliable energy recovery system with a pump, that based on power (watts) per litre of water produced is the lowest in the world. Dent claims it is up to 300% more efficient than some competitive units. Dent says that he saw a need in the market for a unit that offered efficiency and reliability, the two main items that have been achieved through using minimal moving parts and developing his seals. Running at an incredibly low 42 rpm, the unique four-cylinder CJD pump, the very heart of the system, cuts down dramatically on seal wear and can, in fact, run dry for hours without doing any damage. The pump and the energy recovery system are all combined into one compact unit. Non toxic foul release coating “While battery power and energy recovery is not uncommon, most units only have a life of around 300 – 700 hours before they need Reduces marine growth on propellers new seals, whereas we have had independent tests on our units up and metal running gear to 1150 hours without any loss of performance”, says Dent. He admits that he doesn’t know the limit of the seals as no one has Improves speed and fuel ever tested them right to the end, but he is confident it’s way past efficiency 1150 hours. CJD Watermakers are not stopping with the DC60 and have in Incredibly effective with a long development the DC120, a unit with double the capacity of the service life DC60, but still retaining the highest levels of efficiency. Also available from CJD Watermakers is a conventional range of AC water makers. The AC260 produces 90-260 lph and is ideal for boats with a generator. These are available in compact modular form and For more information or to view case studies, find your local distributor, or submit a query, visit can be customised to suit a particular space situation. www.propspeed.com Check out our Water Maker feature Page 158 this issue. CJD Watermakers, Ph +64 2108153610, sales@cjdwatermakers. com, www.cjdwatermakers.com
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COMMANDO RELEASE ALL NEW SCOUT 3.9 The 3.9 Scout is the first model to be released by the new owners of Commando Boats, and while unashamedly aimed at the niche rowing market, it should prove very popular with sheltered water fisherman. The Commando 3.9 Scout is based on the long discontinued Commando 12 but with a wider beam, longer LOA and a higher freeboard. It has been designed as a sturdy, strong and stable platform that offers a low wake attitude and the necessary speed to
keep up with the fastest of skiffs. The standard boat comes with twin bench seats with built-in inflation tucked under, with a third bench seat option. This allows you to configure the boat to suit your needs. If you are into your fishing, then I would suggest the two bench seat option more suitable. Look for a full review in Alloy Boat Magazine (Issue #10 Release date May 16) www.commandoboats.co.nz
Tauranga based Alloy Cats recently launched a Roger Hill Yacht Design, 12m displacement cat for an Auckland client. To be based at Bayswater Marina, the all alloy power cat has been finished to an exceptionally high standard. Power is a pair of 270hp V6 Hyundais , which gives a top speed of around 26 knots. The 4.52m beam Maggie, has a light ship displacement of 7870 kgs and heavy ship of 8993 kgs. www.powercatsnz.com
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Catering to the bluewater cruising, performance, charter and liveaboard buyers, multihulls are back in numbers at this year’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, playing host to the largest display of multihulls in Queensland from May 25 to 28. Leading brands Multihull Central, Multihull Solutions, The Multihull Group (TMG), Leopard Catamarans, Ensign Boat Brokers and Dream Yacht Sales will display the latest models to inspire the sailing enthusiast, including long-range cruisers and powercats. The Aquila 44 power cat will be one of the powercats making an appearance at SCIBS, showing off its new interior styling.
Multihull Solutions will be showcasing three of the world’s most popular power and sail catamarans this year, one of them being the MY37 by Fountaine Pajot Motor Yachts. Another new launch is the much-anticipated Lagoon 630 MY – an Australian premiere which has already created a buzz in the market. The Multihull Group (TMG), now based at Coomera, will showcase this flagship model,
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Twin Disc Pacific Brings Back “THE BOSS”
Twin Disc Pacific has been appointed the Exclusive Distributor for the innovative Seatorque Marine Propulsion Systems in the Pacific region. The multiple-award winning ‘Boss’, a product based on 14 years R&D, is an entirely enclosed, oil-filled, self-contained, shaft and thrust bearing assembly, supplied as a complete unit from transmission output coupling to propeller end. The non-rotating, full-length shaft casing and thrust bearing assembly minimise mechanical losses to only 2%, leaving valuable extra power where you want it, for propulsion. The Boss further delivers unrivalled ruggedness in operation coupled with the lowest underbody drag of any system currently available. Suited to commercial and recreational vessels from 10m to 60m, the Boss provides reduced friction, better efficiency and allows for the use of softer engine mounts reducing vibration. It bolts on to the hull transferring the thrust from the propellers to the hull and not back through the engine, meaning there is less pressure on the mechanical equipment. The use of cardan shafts to attach Seatorque to the engine package eliminates alignment
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issues, both during construction and postdelivery. With the Boss, there are no outdrive-type appendages, vulnerable to damage if impacted or bottomed out and no costly multiple propellers to damage in the event of contact with debris or worse. Seatorque products, in particular, the Boss Enclosed Shaft System, enjoy great synergy with the existing Twin Disc propulsion systems, working together to reduce vibration further and increase performance offering an exceptionally designed engineering solution.
International boat builders are using them to great effect, including Grand Banks, Outer Reef, Nordhavn, Fleming and Marlow. Local builders are catching on too. Seatorque is now represented in the Pacific region, supported by the extensive Twin Disc Pacific network. Seatorque offers a full 2-year or 500-hour Limited International Warranty. Twin Disc Pacific will showcase the Seatorque range at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, 25 to 28 May. www.twindisc.com.au
AWM TO DISTRIBUTE OCEANVOLT CONCEPT ACURA NSX Australian Wholesale Marine recently announced they would be selling the Oceanvolt Sea System in Australia. Oceanvolt Ltd is a Finnish company focused on producing electric motor and energy management systems for catamarans and sailboats. Each and every part of the system has been specifically designed for electrical use. Compared to combustion engines, these systems are silent, simple and reliable. The systems do not burn fuel or cause CO2 emissions. Each system manufactured in Finland is tested before shipment. The SEA in Oceanvolt SEA stands for Silent Electric Autonomy. Oceanvolt SEA is a complete electric motor system for monohulls and multihulls between 6m-20m and is a complete system with everything you need to become energy autonomous. Oceanvolt SEA creates energy while underway, average 2 kW @ 8-17 knots, so you can enjoy the picture-perfect silent boating experience by day and a good night sleep by night. The system can be installed to weight-optimise the boat and sits on a patented flexible mounting system that reduces vibrations to the hull. Compared to traditional diesel motors the Oceanvolt electric motors have no gears or components that can break or that need to be replaced or serviced every year. The powerful regenerating motor creates up to 4000w with a speed of 17 knots. The Oceanvolt electric motor system consists of a regenerating motor, easy-to-use throttle lever, display, propulsion battery pack, charger and motor controller. You have an option for both shaft drive and sail drive systems. The AX shaft drive is available in three power options, 3.7kW, 5.2 kW and 8.3kW, while the SD sail drive takes power even further with four models available, 6 kW, 8kW,10kW and 15kW. Both the SD10 and SD15 are ideally suited to smaller power cats and monohull cruisers. The AX series weigh as little as 22 kg, with the SD sail drives 42.5 kgs including motor and sail drive. The only complete electric inboard propulsion system with EMC-certification and also works as a hydro generator to create energy. Another unique feature is the closed circulation liquid cooling, which provides both cooling and lubrication. www.amwholesale.com.au
WHISPERPOWER OFFERS NEXT GENERATION POWER SYSTEMS iDickey Boats have become the first Pacific based boat builder to go with the complete “NEW SCHOOL” system approach by Whisperpower. Fitted to their LRC 58, the efficiency of the power systems onboard combined with efficient propulsion allow this boat to travel the world with minimised effect on the environment. With the ‘New School’ energy systems in kit-form, WhisperPower has launched a ‘plug and play’ solution for onboard electrical power needs for sailing yachts, power boats and small commercial craft. The ‘New School’ systems, developed in-house by WhisperPower, make staying on board as comfortable as possible without disturbing the environment with running engines and generators. The ‘New School’ systems, mean running a diesel engine is not required to power 230 Volt heavy loads. Electric cooking, washing and drying is all now possible without starting up the generator as the powerful 7 or 14 kVA inverters provide sufficient silent energy from the battery (choice of Lithium or lead-acid battery). When the battery capacity drops below a certain value, a small compact WhisperPower Genverter diesel generator replenishes the power. Installing a large generator on board is now no longer necessary. Even with limited or no shore power everything can be turned on without restrictions. A big advantage is the fact the onboard system can still be connected to the land terminal even with limited or low shore power or varying frequency (eg 60Hz). As part of this system, WhisperPower supplies a special DC Belt Power alternator system, to be mounted on the propulsion engine, which maintains the battery level whilst sailing to make the system more efficient. In addition, solar panels, which also are available from WhisperPower, can be connected to the system as well. The system is available in two entry levels: There is the 7 kVA version with a 2-cylinder Genverter compact generator, a DC PowerCube charge module, a 7 kVA AC PowerCube inverter and a stylish touch screen control panel. The second version has a power capacity of 14 kVA and consists of a 14 kVA AC PowerCube inverter, a 3-cylinder Genverter WhisperPower generator, two DC PowerCube charge stations providing 8.6 kW power whilst the Genverter is running and a touch screen control panel. The largest system contains 3 DC PowerCubes providing 12 kW of electrical power. www.whisperpower.com WWW.BOAT M AGS.C O M 39
ELECTRONIC NEWS
RAYMARINE’S NEW COMPACT THERMAL CAMERAS Raymarine FLIR’s latest compact pan and tilt thermal cameras, the new M100 and M200, provide a huge safety advantage for those travelling at night, in fog or heavy weather. With an integrated multi-core video processor to deliver superior image quality and advanced artificial intelligence, the
AMW MOVE INTO NEW HOME Australian Marine Wholesale recently opened their new superstore, still at The Boat Works in Coomera Marine Precinct, but five times the size! “We have outgrown our previous location, driven by customer demand, the addition of new products and an increase in traffic here at The Boat Works,” said Mr Errol Cain, who has owned and operated AM Wholesale for six years. “The new premises are situated at a hugely visible location on the corner. We have a massive new showroom and several new and innovative products to introduce to the boating public. AM Wholesale represents the world’s leading brands in desalination systems, marine navigation packages, onboard entertainment, cameras, communications and marine LED lighting. The new AM Wholesale superstore is the next phase in the expansion of The
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new M100 and M200, when paired with Raymarine’s new AXIOM multifunction displays, enable skippers to take advantage of Raymarine FLIR’s clever new ClearCruise intelligent thermal analytics technology. Using new artificial intelligence and video analytics technologies, ClearCruise identifies “non-water” objects (such as other boats, obstacles or navigation markers) in the vicinity and then alerts those on board by highlighting them on the AXIOM MFD screen and sounding an alarm. “This is of huge benefit for those fishing, cruising or racing at night,” says Mark Milburn, CEO at New Zealand Raymarine FLIR distributor Lusty and Blundell. “ClearCruise™ will pick up objects that would not otherwise be visible and will visually and audibly alert the
Boat Works over the past three years – a $20 million investment by owner and CEO, Tony Longhurst. The purposebuilt facility spans 23 acres and comprises a 100-tonne travel lift which carries boats up to 110-feet with a beam of 26-feet, a 70-tonne travel lift and 45-tonne hydraulic submersible Sealift, ideal for wide-beam catamarans. Mr Cain and his team are celebrating being awarded the 2016 International Dealer of the Year from Blue Water desalination, for the second year running. The award recognises not only sales figures, but also the quality of after sales service and support, and feedback from customers. “The Blue Water desalination range represents the latest innovation in water makers,” said Mr Cain. “It has many unique features, including a stainless-steel shaft on the boost pump, 7-inch LCD touchscreen with modern dashboard layout and high rejection membranes for volume, speed and quality of water production.” Recently AWM added the Oceanvolt electric motor system for boats to their product line up. Finnish designed and made, the Oceanvolt system is silent and lightweight, emission-free and low maintenance, creating energy while sailing. “It’s a clean, green and reliable replacement for diesel propulsion,” said
crew so they can, if necessary, take evasive action. Engineered with Raymarine FLIR’s Boson high-performance thermal camera core, the M100 and M200 both feature an integrated multi-core video processor to deliver superior image quality. They are quick and easy to install, using just a simple Ethernet connection to network with multiple compatible MFDs. The full resolution 320x240 Raymarine FLIR M100 and M200 thermal vision cameras start at just $NZ4592. Lusty and Blundell on (09) 415-8303 or at www.lusty-blundell.co.nz.
FUSION SIGNATURE SPEAKERS JUST GOT BIGGER Fusion has released the new Fusion Signature Series 8.8-inch speakers. The Signature Series 8.8-inch speakers join the successful 6.5- and 7.7-inch models. Built with the same premium materials as the rest of the line, the new 8.8-inch speakers deliver proven sound quality in a larger form factor. With a redesigned grille, the speakers are available in Sports White and Sports Chrome. A dual-colour diffused LED lighting option illuminates in either blue or white based on the polarity of the wiring to add to the experience the signature series speakers Combining ‘CURV’ Cone composite technology with a silk dome tweeter and fully sealed crossover components, Signature Series speakers deliver premium sound definition, higher output and excellent integrated acoustic performance. www.fusionentertainment.com
Mr Cain, the exclusive Australian distributor for the brand. Innovative gear that will soon join the AM Wholesale line-up includes products for data solutions, a specific sailing racing product and a satellite weather, email and SMS package that promises to be a category-breaker. www.amwholesale.com.au
RAYMARINE’S REMOTE CONTROL IDEAL FOR RETRO-FITTING
GARMIN’S NEW VHF MARINE RADIO SERIES Garmin’s powerful VHF 110i and VHF 210i AIS marine radios have been designed for both OEM and aftermarket applications. Featuring sleek aesthetics, the VHF radios were built to complement the stylish design of Garmin’s latest GPSMAP chart plotters and MFDs and offer full integration with Garmin systems. The VHF 110i is Garmin’s entry-level radio, delivering 25W of transmitting power and Class D Digital Selective Calling (DSC) compatibility via NMEA 2000. In addition to dedicated buttons and knobs for ease of use, the VHF 110i features three soft keys that allow boaters to intuitively see and select the information they want while eliminating the clutter they don’t. The VHF 110i also features Position Tracking, which allows boaters to locate and keep tabs on up
NEW GARMIN GPSMAP MODELS NOW AVAILABLE Further expanding Garmin’s popular GPSMAP multifunction display series, the new 752xs/952xs touchscreen and 1022xsv/1222xsv rotary control/keyed units are now available in New Zealand. Packed with industry-leading sonar and chart plotting features, the new units offer full network compatibility with the Garmin marine network, which allows support for sharing sonar, maps, user data, radar, IP cameras and Panoptix all-seeing sonar across multiple units. There’s also NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183 support for autopilots, digital switching, VHF, AIS and other sensors. All 2017 GPSMAP models also feature built-in Quickdraw Contours software – an easy-to-use tool allowing boaters to instantly create personalised HD maps with 30cm contours on any body of water. In the new GPSMAP touchscreen series, the compact 752xs (7” display) and 952xs
to three boats that also use a Garmin system. For boaters wanting to take advantage of the Automatic Identification System (AIS), the VHF 210i AIS incorporates all of the features mentioned above and adds a built-in AIS receiver for improved situational awareness and greater confidence on open water. With 25W of transmitting power, the VHF 210i AIS also comes standard with a twoway hailer system that can be connected to a hailer horn or external speaker on the deck or tower for onboard communication. Like the VHF 110i, the VHF 210i AIS provides standard DSC functionality, including distress calling and direct calling with user-programmed Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI). The easy-to-install, fixed-mount VHF marine radios are available now. RRP from NZ$499. www.garmin.com
(9” display) are equipped with 1kW traditional CHIRP sonar, CHIRP ClearVü scanning sonar for a near picture-quality view of what’s beneath the boat, as well as support for Panoptix allseeing sonar. Built-in wireless connectivity for Garmin mobile apps and VIRB action camera integration is also standard. A 10Hz GPS/GLONASS receiver delivers smooth on-screen navigation, while preloaded premium mapping features include Australia/New Zealand BlueChart g2 HD charts. For those who prefer a keypad interface, the new GPSMAP 1022xsv (10” display) and GPSMAP 1222xsv (12” display) deliver unequalled all-in-one solutions. With an all-new industrial design, each unit features a large, sunlight-readable screen coupled with a keypad interface and new multifunction rotary control knob for precise, simple control of menu navigation and setting control, even in rough water. These units also offer user-programmable hot keys for one-touch access to favourite features and functions.
Raymarine’s new RMK-10 wired remote keypad gives owners of existing Raymarine MFDs a new level of choice: simple touch screen interaction or full remote control using the sculpted keypad and multifunction rotary controller (especially useful in rougher conditions). Easy to retrofit, the new RMK-10 gives complete remote control of any Raymarine a, c, e, eS and gS-Series touch screen MFD running the latest LightHouse II software. The RMK-10 features dedicated keys for home, menu, zoom in/out, window control, waypoint management, power/brightness and even Evolution autopilot control. The RMK-10 can be surface or flush mounted to match the styling of the existing MFDs and is available as a portrait-only (vertical installation) kit or as a bundle pack containing both portrait and landscape key mats. Lusty and Blundell on (09) 415-8303 or at www.lusty-blundell.co.nz
Along with the same GPS and connectivity features as the GPSMAP touchscreen series, the 1022xsv and 1222xsv also offer built-in 1kW CHIRP sonar, CHIRP ClearVü and CHIRP SideVü scanning sonar, as well as support for Panoptix all-seeing sonar and other premium Garmin sonar modules. The 1022xsv and 1222xsv come preloaded with a worldwide base map, with SD card slots to accept Garmin BlueChart g2 Vision HD charts. Along with adding 3D-views, underwater views and aerial photos, BlueChart g2 Vision HD also adds Garmin Auto Guidance, which eliminates the hassle of entering different waypoints to create a route to your destination. Simply move the cursor on the map to where you want to go and it will automatically plan the route from your vessel’s current location – avoiding shallow water and other charted obstructions. When networked with a Garmin autopilot, the system will also take you safely to your destination. RRP starts at NZ$1599 (GPSMAP 752xs) and rounds out at NZ$3999 (GPSMAP 1222xsv). www.garmin.com WWW.BOAT M AGS.C O M 41
RACING NEWS
JACK LUPTON TAKES MASPORT CUP FOR THIRD TIME The 92nd Masport Cup was again a nail biting and exciting GP hydroplane race. Seven of New Zealand’s top GP boats lined up at Lake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes and it was GP57, driven by Jack Lupton that won both heats to take out the overall win. He didn’t have it all his own way. First heat saw a battle between Lucas Oils driven by brother Ken and GP57 having a deck to deck battle in front of the thousands of spectators. Hot in pursuit was another battle for third and fourth placings between father, Warwick Lupton driving Annihilator Race Boats, The Boss (Raymond Hart), Fair Warning (Scott Coker) and The Steeler (David Alexander). Places were swapped several times over the 42 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
3 lap, 2km course. Julian Stiwell driving his F1 Tunnel Johnson @ Associates was also amongst the 100m rooster tails. Keeping close to the buoys Stilwell out smarted the battle going on between the 2500 hp hydroplanes, to sneak in third in the first heat to Lucas Oils second and GP57 taking first blood. Second heat was a different story GP57 was left chasing down Lucas Oils as he shot to the front from the start. Jack tried everything to catch his brother Ken but couldn’t and it looked like a win for Lucas Oils until the last lap when Ken pulled into the middle of the course. This left only the final half lap to GP57 to take out the second heat and the
overall win. Drama was to happen when a disqualification was given to Raymond Hart for not holding his lane until the rounding of the first turn buoy. The next round of the Hydro Thunder Masport Cup Series, will be held at Mangere Bridge, Auckland on the 29-30th April. Already well ahead is planning for the 2018 the Hydro Thunder Series, which could see several Australian boats heading to NZ with a possibility of bringing the much sort after EC Griffiths Cup, to be contested here in NZ. Dates and venues are yet to be finalized. Follow the Hydro Thunder Series on www.accelerationonwater.co.nz
NORTHLAND ROUNDS PROVIDE UPSETS
The 2017 New Zealand Offshore Powerboat Championship series headed to the winterless north with round four at Marsden Cove Whangarei Harbour . A great line up of 25 boats roughed up the Whangarei Harbour for The Mark Cromie Holden Offshore Powerboat race. The race was again dominated by super boat FMI driven by Warren Lewis and John Shand. Local honours went to Outboard Pro, with Hayden and Delia Speirs on board in their Super Boat 600. Continuing their winning streak after taking out last year’s
championship they were rapped to take the win in their home town. Round five of the championship series was in the far north Doubtless Bay, which proved to be a popular new venue with the competitors and spectators. The Ramada Taipa Bay sponsored event started off as a rough race, but was cut short only eighteen minutes in, when D&H Steel hit rough water, flipped and threw brothers Max and Jamie Carson from their Sports 200 boat. First on the scene and racing against the two brothers was Red Steel driven by the
boys uncle, Tony and daughter Charlotte. Tony quickly pulled the boys from the water as their badly damaged boat very quickly sank. Max and Jamie where taken to Kaitaia Hospital with minor injuries and were discharged that night. The boat was recovered from the bottom of the sea two days later in a very badly damaged state. The NZ Offshore Championship series final two rounds for the season will head to Napier 22nd April and the final in Whitianga 13th May.
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CRUISING MATTERS
By Laurie Cranfield
CRUISING ABOARD MARITIMO 48 MORITZ Three months after leaving Envoy in Greece we’re ready for some more boating and happily accept an invitation to join long-time friends Morris and Gail for a few days aboard their Maritimo 48 motor yacht, “Moritz”. We meet at Half Moon Bay Marina and the sun is shining with little wind as we cruise sedately down the Tamaki River sipping a cold welcome-aboard beer. Moritz is a luxuriously appointed big-volume boat with two staterooms having ensuite heads and bathrooms plus a third cabin with bunks doubling as a utility room with an inbuilt washer/dryer. The saloon has plenty of seating and a sizable dining area while a large cockpit and boarding platform give ample space for outdoor entertaining and fishing and full walk-around decks provide excellent access for crew duties. Her flybridge is perfect with comfortable seating, full headroom, just the single helm position (in my opinion additional helm stations below add unnecessary expense and take up valuable space), toughened glass windows (vinyl clears often have poor visibility in heavy spray and don’t stay pristine looking for more than a couple of seasons), a freshwater sink, refrigerator and easy staircase access. Miles better than the ladder we had on our last flybridge boat. On a large vessel like Moritz give me a flybridge over a sedan any day for all of the additional space within the same boat length and unobstructed visibility. Another factor is that when seas are choppy, it all looks a lot less daunting looking down from on high. Moritz’s twin 670hp Cummins diesel engines purr away as we clear the 5-knot channel and increase rpm for a still-sedate speed of about 9 knots. We’re in no hurry and like many owners of fast planing boats, Morris sees no benefit in going very much above displacement speed and then getting a bumpier ride and 44 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
significantly increased fuel consumption. First stop is Motutapu Island’s Station Bay which is perfectly calm with only three other boats swinging at anchor. As Morris drops the anchor, it makes an enjoyable change for me to be crew rather than skipper and Morris and Gail are long time cruisers in whom we have the utmost confidence. Planing boats tend to have a different sound at night compared with their displacement cousins as wind-driven wavelets hit the planing strakes and make a little bit of noise, but we’re used to this from our former days of owning planing boats. On day two we wake up well refreshed and cruise across to Waiheke Island to anchor in Matiatia Bay. Here we go ashore to walk around the headland overlooking Matiatia while culturally enriching ourselves by viewing the Sculpture on the Gulf Exhibition supported by about 50 sponsors including international names like Jaguar, Sothebys and Mazda. The 30 or so sculptures are spread over a hilly coastal track about 4km long and range from “is that art? “Gosh a five year old could do that” to incredibly clever. Later we cruise along Waiheke’s northern shore and across a flat-calm Firth of Thames to Elephant Cove (so-named as the imposing rocks on its northern entrance look like an elephant’s head) on Motukahaua Island. Fishing is a huge part of the Auckland boating scene and next morning we try several spots but without success. For some reason, this summer’s sea temperature is about two degrees cooler than usual and the snapper doesn’t like it, but we see a nearby school of kahawai and manage to catch several with trolling lures. That night we’re anchored on the eastern side of Waimate Island just north of Coromandel Harbour having a great feed of fresh sashimi and mussels from local rocks.
The village of Coromandel is quirky and arty, embracing what you might call “alternative culture” and just before next day’s high tide, we anchor off the shallow creek heading to the town. It’s a tradition to head up the creek in your dinghy while high tide allows and sample pies or doughnuts from the bakery and beer from the pub, though on this occasion we opt for coffees. NZ regulations sensibly require correctly-sized life jackets to be carried for all people aboard while on boats under 6m they must be worn unless the skipper determines it safe not to do so. For example crossing a bar is dangerous and they should be worn, but they shouldn’t be necessary (except for non-swimmers) if you’re simply going a few metres from one boat to another. However, this area comes under a different jurisdiction requiring jackets to be worn at all times and we’re pleased to have complied when the Harbourmaster passes nearby. After a night anchored in serene Te Kouma Harbour, we’re heading back across the Firth of Thames to Hooks Bay on the eastern side of Waiheke to meet mutual friends for brunch aboard their boat. Next day we pull the fishing rods out again without success then anchor off Rotorua Island, formerly an alcohol rehabilitation centre run by the Salvation Army and off-limits to the public. Recently the centre moved and the island has been opened up as a reserve to the public, also making available some stunning formerly inaccessible beaches. Ashore there’s an interesting museum documenting the valuable work done by the “Sallies” with addicts over several decades. We spend our last night nearby anchored off Waiheke’s Man O’War Bay where we visit the Man O’War Vineyard – an excellent place to enjoy a pre-dinner glass of wine or three while reflecting on the most enjoyable last few days.
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THAI YELLOW FISH CURRY You can use any thick fleshed fish, but I like to use Boarfish. However, Cardinal, Hapuka, Monk, Kingfish or Bass, would suffice. Most of these are deep water fish and the sort that most of us could only purchase from a seafood shop. Apart from Kingfish, which is a regular catch for local anglers, the rest require specialist gear and someone with a big boat to ‘go out wide’. However if you check out some of the better fishshops you will be surprised the wide variety of deep water fish you will find. Done right, the thick flesh can be very juicy and succulent, especially when you add some herbs and spices, such as in this Thai yellow curry. Prep 10 Minutes Cook 12 minutes Serves 4
INGREDIENTS 500g Boar Monk or white fish fillets, cut into 4cm pieces 2 x Tsp. Cocavo or Peanut oil 2x red onions, cut into wedges 1/3 cup (100g) Thai yellow curry paste 270ml Coconut cream 300g Snow peas, ends trimmed, halved diagonally 2 x Tbsp. lime juice 1 x Tbsp. Brown sugar 2 x Tsp. Fish sauce 1/2 cup Coriander leaves (fresh) Steamed jasmine rice, to serve Lime wedges, to serve
For the yellow curry sauce 1. Select all ingredients. Heat the oil in a wok over high heat. 2. Add onion and stir-fry for 2 mins or until lightly browned. 3. Add curry paste and stir-fry for 1 min or until fragrant. 4. Stir in coconut cream and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium low. 5. Cook, gently stirring occasionally for 5 mins, return the fish and add snow peas. Heat through then remove from heat. 6. Stir in lime juice, sugar and fish sauce. 7. Check and adjust seasoning with more lime juice, sugar or fish sauce, if desired.
METHOD
Divide the curry among serving bowls. Sprinkle with coriander leaves. Serve with steamed rice, Paratha or Chapatti and lime wedges.
For the fish 1. Dust with rice flour 2. Shallow fry using Cocavo or peanut oil until golden, turn and repeat. 3. Once completed set aside while you make the sauce.
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Dickey Semifly 45
Dickey Boats plumb bow design is not just a visual enhancement it’s also designed to give maximum hull length and an excellent entry into a sea.
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Apart From Others Something extraordinary has arrived! Barry Thompson says it’s the
only honest way to describe Dickey Boats, first Semifly 45, the latest addition to their Launch range.
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The saloon is split into three distinctive areas, helm, L-shaped galley aft and U-shape dining table to port.
As the owner is seriously into fishing there are a trio of Furuno MFD 21“ screens that include the Furuno WAASP system.
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t has become very apparent to me that boat builders are striving more for perfection now than they ever have. 20 years ago with booming order books, quality was often sacrificed for production numbers or costs and while the boats were good, generally they were never exceptional. Well, that’s all changed and in recent years I have seen more and more boats, both trailerable and cruisers that stand out from the rest. The Dickey 45 Semifly is unquestionably one of those boats that feels special. It combines classic Dickey Boats design elements with the finest construction and engineering in a manner that sets it apart from all others. Excellence, quality and craftsmanship, it’s that simple.
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The U shape dinette has a fixed table, although a drop down to convert to another berth is optional.
When I arrived at Napier, the home of Dickey Boats, I was surprised to see not only one but two Dickey 45’s side by side in the marina. While I had flown down to look over Semifly 45 #1, the second boat was alongside undergoing some predelivery inspections. As the Semifly 45 has a custom built interior, this gave me the unique opportunity to compare two different layouts. “Owner input is very much part of the design process and they work in close collaboration with our designer using 3D drawings so they can see what the finished layout will look like. Of the two Semiflys 45s built so far, the accommodation, galley and cockpit layouts have some differences”, says Jason Dickey, Director of Dickey Boats.
“The expansion of the launch range has been our primary focus since we opened for business and while we had always envisaged the natural progression from the Semifly 32 and Semifly 36 would be a Semifly 40, it was a couple of clients that were looking at something a little bigger that resulted in the Semifly 45”, says Jason. He adds that the size of the boat has a lot to do with the requirements of the owners and being able to achieve the right balance between the interior and the cockpit is important. “They all share the same DNA and the unique Dickey bow shape, it’s just the size dictates how we best utilise the internal and cockpit spaces”. A prerequisite of all Dickey Boats is their offshore capability, with a low CofG (no flybridge options), long range ability,
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The Semifly 45 is such a versatile boat that it’s as perfectly suited to family cruising and entertaining as it is too serious game fishing.
excellent performance, efficiency, finish and above all the highest standards of engineering. They are also a nocompromise boat for their owners. Jason says that every boat he builds is exactly what the owner wants so essentially it is their boat, specific to them. A main point of difference, especially with the Dickey Launch range is they are one of the very few building 10m to 15m boats with all alloy construction. The systems and processes developed over the years by the company have always been designed around aluminium construction. There were plenty of others doing similar styles in grp and composite, so building in alloy was a point of difference for the company. The local market is saturated with local builders producing alloy trailer boats, but in the larger none trailerable boats, Dickey Boats is one of the few. IDEALLY SUITED The Semifly 45 is such a versatile boat that it’s as perfectly suited to family cruising and entertaining as it is too serious game fishing. The owner of First Edition said he was looking for a boat that gave him the right platform for social and family boating as well as towing lures and serious fishing. He says that the Dickey Semifly 45 does it all and more. It’s a few steps down a wide
companionway, naturally lite by the open atrium, to three cabins and one large shared bathroom. The forward master features a queen size berth with storage drawers and hanging lockers on the port side aft and a deep open storage area under the berth. You have the choice of a writing desk and stool or more drawers and a mirror on the port side aft bulkhead. In First Edition the twin bunk guest cabin has a draw curtain for privacy, while the other Semifly 45 had a fixed bulkhead. You have the choice of a kid length berth above and a full length one below or by moving the forward bulkhead you can have twin 2m berths. This does take a little space from the shared bathroom, but it’s hardly noticeable. The aft guest cabin has large berth under the saloon sole and a single berth forward. This also doubles as a place to stow your bags or as a handy changing seat. Storage is provided under the berths and in bulkhead drawers. There is no timber joinery or cabinetry in the Dickey Semifly 45, with the company using a high-pressure composite plastic paneling and laminate. The benefits are not only strength and weight saving, but also everything is all a simple spray and wipe to clean. The saloon is split into three distinctive areas; a helm to starboard, with a trio of
Furuno enhanced MFD 21“ screens which include the Furuno WAASP system, a well equipped L-shaped galley aft with Corian surfaces and U-shape dining table to port with a fixed table. An Eberspacher diesel heater keeps the saloon and cabins warm and dry. With the use of bifold doors and no mullions, the cockpit and saloon morph into one space. In the case of First Edition, this is enhanced with an island bbq station and bar leaner. An interesting feature is the cavernous storage space under the bar that runs back 2m under the dinette seating. In First Edition it is used for tackle storage and a fridge/freezer, but it’s also a great place for the roll-up dinghy and outboard. No matter where you are either at the helm or hanging onto a rod on the boarding platform, everyone is brought together in a very social atmosphere. FISHING SPECIFIC With one of the functions of First Edition being fishing, it was no surprise to see the cockpit fully featured with over 25 rod holders in the coamings and above in the rocket launcher, a Chatfield fighting chair, tuna tubes, bait storage and a live bait tank in a central bait station, plus a pair of Kilwell game poles. Due to be added sometime soon is a game fishing tower on the saloon roof. WWW.BOAT M AGS.C O M 51
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First Edition has proven also to be a great family boat.
The aft guest cabin has large berth under the saloon sole and a single berth forward
There is plenty of storage under the side coamings, with a port side transom door leading to the boarding platform. The platform has been heavily gusseted for strength when backing up hard on a fish. You have the choice of a platform, a rise and fall or nothing at all. Again it’s your choice, for your boat. STRENGTH WITH STYLE Dickey Boats plumb bow design is not just a visual enhancement it’s also designed to give maximum hull length and an excellent entry into a sea. The boat is built using a space frame type construction, combining full-length girders and transverse frames. This gives the boat an incredibly stiff and solid feel at speed. The running surface is constructed of 6mm plate on a 16 deg deadrise hull. Like the rest of the Semifly range, the Semifly 45 is quiet when underway, even with the rear doors open. There is no noticeable hull noise and according to Jason, it’s all about the structure. To eliminate any condensation, but also act
Naturally light radiates via the open atrium, to three cabins and one large shared bathroom.
as sound deadening the boat has sealed air gaps between the interior spaces and the hull. There is no solid foam anywhere in the hull. The waters off Napier were extremely moderate with just a small lift and little swell. While enough to get the feel of the handling and agility of the boat, its capability in the rougher water I can only go by what Jason has told me. “We were over 60 miles offshore during our initial sea trials and coming back in some reasonably big seas, I was very impressed with the ride, but also the high speed we could maintain in even the worst conditions”. Since taking delivery of his new boat in late 2016, the owner has logged over 260 hours and blooded the cockpit with the likes of, Bluenose, Puka, Marlin and Bluefin Tuna. The boat is extremely stable and when we are towing lures, it runs effortlessly at 8 knots with a very low fuel consumption and when we hooked it backs up with ease.
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While Jason says that he never targets top speed, he would have to be pleased that the Dickey Semifly 45 does a very respectable 34 knots. Jason might not be interested in top speed, but I am, so as soon as it was my turn on the wheel, I punched the controls to the max to see what the boat would do. Wow, it accelerates like a runabout and if you work the trim, there is no excessive bow lift. Idle to maximum 3630 rpm was exceptionally quick and the boat felt so good as we headed offshore from Napier I didn’t want to slow down. First Edition is fitted with Volvo Penta Interceptors and they make a noticeable difference to the way the boat trims both in a straight line and when turning. The Dickey Semifly 45 is built tough but also made reasonably light. With a displacement of 12,500 kg (dry), the benefit is a more efficient hull, using less fuel and giving a greater range. Standard tankage is 2200 litres, with a 700-litre extra bladder tank option. The pair of Volvo IPS600s uses a maximum of 169 lph or 5 lpnm for a range
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First Edition is all about fishing with the cockpit now well blooded.
of around 380nm. However what is really interesting is when you look at the fuel flow curve, there is very little difference between 2000 rpm and 3200 rpm. At 2000 rpm the Semifly 45 uses 4.4 lpnm and that only increases to 4.5 lpnm at 3200 rpm. So it’s easy to see why the owner does most of his cruising around 3200 rpm @ 29 knots, which still gives a range of around 440nm. EXTRAORDINARY Since launching the first two Semifly
45s, Dickey Boats has had considerable interest in the model, with one client looking at a slightly longer version at 15.84m (52ft). Around 18m (60ft) is the biggest Dickey Boats will build. Dickey Boats produce around 8-10 trailer boats, five launches and a couple of LRCs annually and for a boat such as the Semifly 45 it’s about a 12-month wait for delivery. If you are interested in a luxury custom sedan style boat that is ‘extraordinary’, then you need to experience the Dickey Semifly 45 for yourself.
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D E S T I N A T I O N Lord Howe Island
The Last Paradise 56 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
Born from a volcanic eruption some seven million years ago, Lord Howe Island is 11km long and barely 2km across at its widest point.
To set foot on Lord Howe Island is to escape to a pristine environment and discover one of the cleanest places on earth. It is the stop over point for many making the passage across the Tasman, but it’s also a holiday destination. Lord Howe Island – widely regarded as one of the most beautiful islands in the Pacific – is the closest island getaway to Sydney. It’s less than two hours flying from either Sydney or Brisbane off Australia’s east coast. It is one of just four island groups to be inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage list for the global significance of its natural beauty and heritage. The Lord Howe Island Group was World Heritage listed in 1982 in recognition of its outstanding natural beauty and its exceptional biodiversity. Two thirds of the island is a Permanent Park Preserve. The surrounding waters were declared a Marine Park in 1998.
Lord Howe Island is considered to be an outstanding example of an island ecosystem developed from submarine volcanic activity, having a rare diversity of landscapes, flora and fauna (both marine and terrestrial). The high proportion of endemic species provides a superb illustration of independent evolutionary processes at work. The island has over 130 species of bird; the sheltering coral reef hosts over 500 species of fish and 90 different corals. The reef is in pristine condition, washed by the cleanest ocean on the planet. The Lord Howe Island Board and the islanders themselves go to considerable
lengths to preserve their paradise, with comprehensive recycling programs; a tourist bed limit; and environmental management plans. In fact, Lord Howe is one of the ‘cleanest’ places on earth: located 600km from the nearest large land mass, there is minimal air and sea pollution and you’ll find no litter. Neds Beach was declared Australia’s Cleanest Beach in 2004. It’s a timeless natural paradise, where the pace is relaxed but where there are plenty of activities and adventures to choose from. Unspoiled, uncrowded beaches, with perfect golden sands, entice surfers, swimmers and sybarites.
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There are 11 pristine beaches with plenty of space to find your own untouched spot to laze the day away.
D E S T I N A T I O N Lord Howe Island
Lord Howe Island is a regular stop over and refueling point for boats traveling across the Tasman.
LORD HOWE MARINE PARK Lord Howe Island is part of an extinct volcano that rises through the clear waters of the southwest Pacific Ocean. This enormous marine mountain ascends more than four kilometres vertically from the seafloor, terminating in a flat top just 40 metres below the waves. Near the middle of this plateau, flanked by luxuriant coral growth, is the Lord Howe Group of Islands. The marine environment of this far-flung part of NSW is utterly unlike any other part of Australia, with a variety of tropical and temperate species brought on converging currents, and a large number of plants and animals which occur nowhere else. The entirety of the waters of this special place are managed within a Marine Park, established in 1999, extending three nautical miles out to sea from the mean high water mark, and covering an area of approximately 48,000 hectares. A wide variety of seabirds, which are rare near the mainland, roost and nest on the islands in their thousands, fed by abundant schools of surface fish and squid. Lord Howe Island has been settled since the mid 1800s and today supports a permanent population of around 350. The small human population and limited visitor numbers have ensured that marine
resources are only lightly exploited, so swimming and snorkelling with myriad colourful fish is the norm. Large fish, which are scarce and avoid humans in other parts of the world, are easily approached at Lord Howe, making underwater photography easy. An extensive barrier coral reef, the southernmost on the planet, protects a broad sheltered lagoon and sandy beach on the western side of the island, while fringing coral reefs lie immediately offshore of the beaches on the eastern side. Lord Howe is the only place in Australia where such a diversity of fish, coral, algae and associated creatures can be seen by snorkelling just a few metres from the beach. A number of tour operators offer roundisland sight-seeing trips in calm weather. Visitors find it hard to suppress awe-inspired gasps at the spectacle of courting pairs of tropical birds wheeling under the towering cliffs which plunge hundreds of metres from the cloud base to the sea. Further offshore, game fishing charter boats fish for kingfish, yellowfin tuna, wahoo and a variety of other oceanic species. Of those fish which are not released, many end up on island restaurant menus, since not many visitors want to take home a 20kg fish with their luggage. Glass bottomed boats operate in the lagoon, providing a “bird’s eye” view of some of
Lord Howe island is one of just four island groups to be inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage list for the global significance of its natural beauty and heritage. 58 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
Snorkeling at Neds Beach.
the most vigorous coral growth with a wide variety of associated fish and other animals. Other operators offer guided snorkel tours for small groups to a number of areas where rare and unusual species are reliably seen. These activities provide intriguing and educational insights into the ecological systems behind the spectacle. Two dive operators offer scuba diving to a selection of over 50 dive sites, from “resort dives” in shallow water from the beach, to more adventurous locations such as under the vertical rock spire of Balls Pyramid. Clear, open-ocean water and a wide range of underwater geography provides an unusually wide choice of SCUBA diving experiences. Dive instructors who have spent ten years exploring the underwater environment of Lord Howe still occasionally discover new species. Researchers from universities and museums, both Australian and international, visit the area each year to continue inventory work, and to conduct surveys and experiments. Enough is known to firmly establish Lord Howe as a unique biological province, but even some of the most elementary ecological processes which support this unique diversity are yet to be revealed. A cautious and deliberate approach is being used to develop zone and operational plans for this park.
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D E S T I N A T I O N Lord Howe Island
Balls Pyramid is an imposing sight.
LUSH ON LAND Born from a volcanic eruption some seven million years ago, the island is 11km long and barely 2km across at its widest point. Two-thirds of the island is covered in lush, natural forests making it ideal for bushwalking, trekking, bike-riding and bird watching. And with 11 pristine beaches, there is plenty of space for all visitors to find their own untouched spot to laze the day
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away. There is a limit of 400 tourists on the island at any one time. With just 18 accommodation choices ranging from self-contained budget units to fully-equipped apartments and boutique hotels and lodges, the island retains a peaceful, small-town charm and welcoming atmosphere. There are no large-scale developments – in fact the largest property on the island has
around 85 beds, and most are much smaller. Virtually all are owned by local islanders. There’s a six-generation tradition of hospitality on the island, and a casual friendliness that is immediately apparent when your hosts greet you at the airport, often in bare feet! No-one locks their front doors and there are few cars (and a speed limit of 25km/h) – with the main mode of transport being by bicycle or on foot.
HOW TO GET TO LORD HOWE Apart from arriving in your own boat, (a popular fuel stop-off for motor yachts enroute across the Tasman) the only feasible way to reach Lord Howe is by air. QantasLink offers year-round scheduled services to Lord Howe Island. Flight time is under two hours, with flights departing from Sydney on most days, and from Brisbane on weekends. A seasonal weekly service to the Island is also available direct from Port Macquarie from February to June and September to December. There are connecting services with Qantas from all Australian capital cities and with QantasLink from many regional centres.
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Anytime! Lord Howe Island’s climate is mild, year-round. Sea breezes prevent the summers from being too hot, while surrounding warm seas ensure pleasant winters. Maximum temperatures on the island hover around 25°C throughout summer, dipping to an average of 19°C in winter, while daily minimums range from 20°C in summer falling to around 1214°C in winter. Although the most popular time to visit Lord Howe is between September and June, even in the winter months (July and August), the days can be sunny and warm, while at night, roaring fires keep things cosy. For more information on Lord Howe Island visit www.lordhoweisland.info
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If there were ever a boat that I would unashamedly describe as perfection, it would be the Cobalt R5WSS Surf. This is a boat that bleeds attention to detail, from the hull construction through to the incredibly well-conceived layout. If this were an F1 car, it would be a Mclaren! 62 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
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Cobalt R5WSS Surf The bow area sets new standards when it comes to seating style.
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o enough of the superlatives, what makes the Cobalt R5WSS Surf such a stand out boat in its class? In my opinion, it is a more than just another American bowrider, a lot more. While some brands concentrate on building seriously good fishing machines, Cobalt has pursued the sports boat line, with 27 models, from 5.89m through to 12.04m. Apart from two models, the fleet comprises a broad mix of bowrider designs. The Cobalt R5WSS Surf is one of three models in the Surf Series and at 7.82m is flanked by the R3 (7.26m) and the R7 (8.38m). Cobalt utilises the same hull in different configurations for the R Series and WSS Series, it’s just the layouts and appointments that change. Described by Cobalt as sleek, powerful and aggressive, the WSS Surf Series are premium bowriders that provide a platform for water sports, family cruising and enjoying your time on the water. It is a dressed up version of the R5 with a wake and ski package with a tower, chrome graphics, built in ballast, cruise control and a tab system specifically designed to provide the perfect surf wake. One of the significant changes over the other models in the range, is these boats are more specifically orientated towards surfing. Surfing or skurfing as some call it is a huge growth sport, but not all boats have the ability to offer the perfect wake. The Cobalt R5WSS Surf does! What Cobalt has done with the WSS Surf is provide the ideal platform for boat surfing. It doesn’t matter if you’re 7 or 70, 64 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
How about this, a rise and fall platform and drop down step on a trailerboat!
is very mild on the body. With the touch of a button, Cobalt’s automated computer control surf system adjusts the Bi-Axis Surf Tabs to create the optimum surf wake either left or right. With the ballast tank filled and the desired speed set on the GPS directed cruise control, you just select which side of the boat you want the wake for your rider, throttle up and go. There is no need to transfer ballast load between tanks to achieve the optimum surf wake. In Performance Mode the surf tabs automatically deploy and adjust for a quick hole-shot through to running speed, easily getting the boat on plane with full ballast. If you are not in towing mode, then you can
There’s even a toilet tucked in under the side console.
simply customise the wake for smooth cruising. POWER PLUS The Cobalt R5WSS Surf is available with four Volvo Penta power options, from the V8-300hp to the V8-430hp. All come with Volvo’s Forward Drive, which is uniquely engineered with two forward-facing counter-rotating props, which position the propellers to the front of the drive unit. Expressly designed for wakesurfing, the pulling props of the Forward Drive are tucked under the boat and about 68.5cm farther forward than the props of a Duoprop sterndrive, and thus 68.5cm farther away from a wake surfer riding
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the curl. With the Forward Drive, the propellers move from an exposed position beyond the transom to underneath the hull, safely. The exhaust also exits under the water, keeping it away from the rider’s face. Our test boat came with the V8-350hp engine and on the calm waters of the Coomera River, I managed to tweak the speedo to close to 50mph. However, it’s not top end speed that is as important in this boat. It’s more about what’s right for towing, especially surging. It’s s right down at around 2000 rpm – 2500 rpm that I imagine a lot of your surf running would be done. At that speed (9.5 – 12.5mph) the fuel consumption is around 20 lph, which if you started with a full fuel tank (189 litres) would give you almost 10 hours of towing. More than enough I would have thought. Even though the river was calm, I was still able to get a feel for the boat. It has a toughness about it that gave me the confidence to take it out on the Broadwater and through the seaway. Unfortunately, that wasn’t possible, but I have no doubt it would account well for itself in a moderate to rough choppy water. Move the wheel and the boat turns smoothly and without excessive heel. Once back online, it tracks on rails. Holeshot is exceptional with the R5WSS Surf taking less than 4 seconds to plane. While you can be lazy and set up the trim to auto, it’s a smooth and responsive boat to drive in manual mode. The dual props of the Forward Drive eliminate the list caused by prop torque in an inboard, so the wake is symmetrical. MAXIMUM SEATING What you see is what you get. Well, to be honest, you couldn’t design the layout any better. Cobalt’s design team must have gone through countless drawings before they came up with the end result.
You couldn’t design the layout any better.
Cobalt R5WSS Surf
You almost need a licence to ‘drive’ the helm.
It’s about as good as you can get. Okay for you fishos, there are no rod holders, bait tanks or cutting boards, so my advise stop reading now. The layout of the R5WSS Surf is explicitly designed to provide maximum seating, storage and yet still leaving enough space to move around. Simply put, the interior is straightforward, smooth and functional, yet with a touch of panache. From the fibreglass structures to the switches and fittings there is a sense of solidness and meticulous detailing. The upholstery is all double stitched and of the highest UV stabilised materials and most of all, extremely comfortable. Overall there is probably seating enough for an NRL team, plus a few cheerleaders, so don’t worry about bringing a few extra mates along when you go boating….. there’s plenty of room. One feature that will certainly appeal to the ladies is the toilet (either portable or fully plumbed in) concealed away behind the port side forward passenger seat. I tried it – just for size – and there’s plenty of room even for someone my build to sit.
LUXURY HELM Opposite is the helm and what a helm. You almost need a licence to drive it. It is not only decked out with all the standard engine controls, but it’s also got a Garmin GSMap 707 data display, Zero Off speed control, sound system, ballast tabs and trim tab controls for the surf system. The soft leather hand stitched wheel is positioned so you can adjust it to stay in full view of all the dash functions. These are all set in double stitched leather, which only further adds to the superior finish of the R5WSS Surf. The cockpit seating is all about entertaining and places to sit, be it watching the surfer behind or relaxing in a bay with a few cold ones. To port, there’s a swivelling driver’s helm seat with a short bench seat aft with cooler under. Opposite is an L-shape settee with adjustable backrests forward and aft which turn the area into a large lounge. Storage bins under are easily accessed with the lids on stays. A cockpit table is optional. While traditional we see flat transoms and full width moulded boarding platforms, the R5WSS Surf sets new standards in transom design. Not only is there a fully adjustable aft-facing transom seat, but also a hydraulic rise/fall platform, something I have never seen before on boat this size. But wait there’s more. This also comes with an extra large drop down moulded swim step. No ladder for this baby. All very cool. The high freeboard means no splash on quick pickup turnarounds, and you can actually walk through instead of crawl to the bow. Up front, the bowrider section is like nothing I have seen before and sets new standards when it comes to seating style. There’s a lot of storage under the squabs and a very neat fold away leg rest
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While top end speed is not so important, the R5WSS Surf will do over 40 knots.
on the starboard side, which transforms the lounger into a separate seat. Fold away armrests, recessed stainless rails and drink holders are just some of the special features of the bow area. The anchor is recessed into the bow with the capstan or drum winch concealed below the deckline. All looks very neat and tidy. Underfoot, the carpet or optional Seagrass flooring is snap-down/snap-out, rubber-backed, over a skid resistant noflex composite flooring. The sports arch features Samson swivelling board racks and stereo speakers to rock your surf sessions. The Premium Bimini Top comes with fold down stanchions, making storing or trailing your boat with the top in a lower position a mere oneperson operation FIRST CHOICE Construction is solid grp with Kevlar reinforced high-stress areas, with
The sports arch features Samson swivelling board racks and stereo speakers to rock your surf sessions.
honeycomb composite core integrated into the flooring to optimise the strengthto-weight ratio, while improving sound and vibration dampening. Cobalt stands behind their boats with a 10-year hull and deck structure warranty and a 5-year warranty on just about everything else. Realising that not everyone wants the same, Cobalt offer a variety of colour and fabric options, so you can mix and match
to suit your taste. The Cobalt R5WSS Surf comes with so many standard features and functions that we can’t list them all, but let’s just say that it’s loaded! Even more, if you tick all the options. If you are seriously looking for a family runabout with a penchant to towing toys and maybe a little bent towards surfing, then this should be your first choice.
COLBALT R5WWS SURF Model & Model Cobalt R5WWS Surf Priced from $AUD200,586 Price as tested $AUD229,457 Type Bowrider Construction GRP LOA 7.82m Beam 2.59m Deadrise 21 deg Test Power Volvo Penta V8-350 Power options Sterndrive Only HP Range Up to 430hp Fuel capacity 189 litres
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Notable Standard Items Volvo V8 350 CE Duoprop with forward 350, Rockford Fosgate stereo, porta potti Wake Surf package, Soft Trac mat on swim platform Black folding tower with bimini Bow and cockpit cover, Transom shower and Air compressor with mount for inflatables. Contact Cobalt Queensland Ph 0419 788 000 Patrick@cobaltqld.com.au www.cobaltqld.com.au
Performance Figures RPM 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 5800
Knots 5.5 7 8.5 11 18.5 24 27.5 30.5 36 40 43.5
L/H 5.5 10 16 23.5 27.5 34.5 42.5 56.5 77.6 92.6 106.5
Range is based on 1890 L allowing for 10% reserve of total fuel.
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MY FAVOURITE 21 BOATS of !e last 21 years Text by Barry Thompson As we celebrate our 21st year in business, starting with Propeller magazine that morphed into Pacific PowerBoat a few years ago, I thought I would look back at some of my favourite boats and products over that period. Some boats I owned, some I reviewed and some I just thought were really cool. I have broken this down into three parts. In this issue I present 21 trailer boats, with part 2 (July-Aug) on boats over 10m and then part 3 (Sept-Oct) I look at 21 interesting products and innovations. So here are my top 21 trailer boats in no particular order.
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MCLAY 481 FORTRESS
I have to include my own boat because I simply reckon it’s one of the best I have ever owned. Having been into Bonito and Buccaneer bow riders when my kids were growing up and then a bigger Buccaneer Hardtop, a few years ago I traded down. While I loved the big hardtop and the
bowriders, they were not really what I needed to get my boating fix today. Having done all the cruising around the Hauraki Gulf that I wanted, and I am not into overnighting, I needed a boat that was not only purpose built for fishing but also small and compact enough to use on my own and easily launched off the beach. One day I took home a McLay 481
Fortress from the Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show for a review and never returned it! It is a magic fishing platform for a couple of fishos and while I have gone all out with a Mercury 75 tiller steer, it’s still a great boat with a 60hp outboard. It does everything I want and I find I use it a lot more than I ever did with the other boats. It catches fish, is super economical and I love it.
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BONITO 522
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Bonito 522 – Great family bowrider.
When Bonito released the Scott Robson design 522 runabout in the mid-90s they set new standards for performance family runabouts. This was more than a quick, lowprofile ski boat, it was a family runabout that had legs. The deep 21-degree v and unique double chine and strake pattern made this the arguably the best riding boat of its size in the moderate to rough water. I owned a bowrider version for a couple of seasons and ran a 150hp Merc. It was also sold as a cabin and Profisher model. The 522 became the 535 and at 5.7m is now called the 570 Sting.
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Sonic 1900 – The total ski and race boat.
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SONIC 1900 There have been a lot of ski boats designed and built in New Zealand, but probably none made such an impact as the Sonic 1900. Conceived as a family ski boat, the Sonic appealed to a lot of younger owners, due to not only its jazzy look but also its performance. You could run anything from 140hp through to 300hp outboards and there was even one that entered the ski racing circuit with a 525hp inboard Mercruiser. It quickly found favour with the racing set and not only was it popular in ski racing but also offshore. In fact, it was chosen as the one-off design for the Formula Honda series, that went on to be the single most successful class in the sport. Designed by Chris Bartlett, the Sonic moulds were sold some years ago to an Australian builder.
LAZERCRAFT 560 GT
The Dunedin built Lazercraft 560 GT was different from most because it was the first to incorporate a fibreglass cabin top onto an alloy hull. It was available in a number of options that all used the same alloy hull and grp top, but with differing layouts. The GRP cabin allowed for a nice curved screen and in its day offered probably the best styling for an alloy cabin boat. Built by Lazercraft, the boat also featured a fully lined cabin and an accent on teak trim and the 18 deg hull went well in the moderate sea. The bottom was 5mm plate, which was a step up from most manufacturers who were using 4mm plate and sometimes 4mm pressed alloy.
3 Lazercraft 560 – First with GRP deck.
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CSB HUNTSMAN SERIES 6000
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CSB Huntsman Series 6000 – American Inspired.
When Geoff Robinson unveiled his new Huntsman Series 6000 at the NZ Boat Show in 1996, people looked at it and thought it was just another American import. It was a refreshing change to the sea of traditional cabin runabouts from local manufacturers. From every aspect of the layout, finish and fabrics, the Series 6000 stood out from all others. The boat was beautifully appointed with moulded side lockers, an ergonomically designed dash, walk through screen with moulded step which doubled as the cabin door and what I reckon was the nicest upholstery I had ever seen in a Kiwi boat. From the colour mix to the gloss sheen, there was something different about the Series 6000. It was a boat designed to take the imports head on and it worked. A new 6m addition to the current range is the CNC machine now and due for release in 2018.
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BUCCANEER 635 ESPRITE DC There have been a lot of bow riders built over the years but to me, the one that stands out is the Buccaneer 635 Esprite DC. The fact that I owned one for over 12 years and it was the boat my kids learnt to wakeboard behind, fish from and to drive, has a lot to do with it. The 635 DC (Dual Console) was the Kiwi answer to the influx of US bowriders, but the big difference was the 635 was designed for Kiwi boating conditions. It was not only a hull that presented a great ride and handling in the rough, but it also had the volume and fullness in the bow to tackle just about any water. I should know because I ran our boat in some of the worse waters I have ever been in in a trailer boat….and survived. The layout and design were all about being the ultimate family fishing, diving, skiing and cruising day boat. It was self-draining, fully lined and easy to clean. It also ran well with anything from 150hp-275hp. Best the thing is, it had a major upgrade in 2016 and was re-released in an even better form as the 650 Esprite XL. 70 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
STEALTH 605 Being a true petrolhead, Fairview Fibreglass’s Don Weir decided he wanted to build a high-performance catamaran unlike anything else in the country. He went to race boat designer Scott Robson who drew him a 6.7m low profile powercat. Powered by a single outboard (225-400hp), the Stealth 605 turned heads everywhere it went. It looked fast just sitting on the trailer. But it was also ultra quick on the water. Built in exotics to keep the weight down and the top end speed up, the Stealth 605 is still in production and popular with South Island skiers and lovers of speed. The Stealth 605 comes standard with five seats, but rod holders are not included!
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FI GLASS WARRIOR In 1998, Fi Glass, then in their 40th year came out with a new Warrior. A well-established name from the Fi Glass stable, the Warrior truly represented the Kiwi family cabin trailer boat. No frills, but extremely well built and designed as an all purpose boat that would suit the Kiwi needs for fishing and family boating. The Warrior was roomy for a 6m boat and suitable for the lakes, rivers or open ocean. The 6.4m hull had a 22 deg deep deadrise and was suitable for 115-200hp. With a trailerable weight of around 1500 kgs, it didn’t need a big SUV to tow and could be packaged with a single axle trailer. As you would expect to find in a “Kiwi” boat, it had a large forward hatch, deep anchor locker, twin berths and back to back seating. All this and plenty of room for fishing. Since that first boat, it has undergone some facelifts but is still very much part of the Fi Glass stable today.
Fi Glass Warrior – Quintessential Kiwi trailer boat.
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Rayglass Protector 850 – My best poker run ride
RAYGLASS PROTECTOR 850 Based on the Rayglass Legend 850 hull, the Protector RIB gained international acclaim as a referee and umpire vessel during the America’s Cup. It’s innovative and practical design also caught the eye of Coastguard and other commercial organisations and sales of the Protector soared. Today it is still regarded as one of the best rescue and emergency vessels on the market for its size and has also found favour with a hard core of recreational users. I drove the Line 7 owned Protector in some Poker Runs and it was a boat that you just put the throttles down and hung on. Twin outboards were the norm, and while earlier boats had twin 150hp, in later years, twin 200s and 225s were the norm. Rayglass still manufacture the Protector, which has had an upgrade and is now rebadged the Protector 900.
TRISTRAM MILLENNIUM 661
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When the Tristram Millennium 661 was released in 1997, it was described as a mix of European, American and Kiwi, but overall it was a statement by the builders that above all it was a quality product. In my opinion, it was more than that and as I have said before, when you look at a Tristram you are looking at the Rolls Royce of the Kiwi trailer boat world. The Millennium 661 was a statement of craftsmanship from this quickly emerging Hamilton builder and set a new benchmark for others to follow. Individual accents throughout the boat, from the smallest mouldings to the fit and finish of the stainless could not be faulted. It took out the coveted Boat of the Show award at the 1997 NZ Boat Show. This model has since been replaced by the 691 Millennium M2 72 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
Tristram Millennium 661 – Finish par-excellence.
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Ramco Explorer 760 HT – My first alloy hardtop.
Yamaha Exciter – Awesome fun machine.
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YAMAHA EXCITER RAMCO EXPLORER 760 HT
I include the Ramco Explorer 760 HT, not so much because I thought the boat was so great, but because it was the first big alloy hardtop I had ever reviewed. I had been aboard the previous 760 open and loved the boat, but what a difference the hardtop made. Little did I realise then just how big this market would develop into. At the time, the Explorer was one of the very few hardtops on the market and by today’s standard looked very agricultural, but it certainly did the job and opened a whole new market for Ramco.
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One of the more interesting but no so practical boats I tested over the past 21 years was the Yamaha Exciter. More like a spa pool with twin motors and jet units, the Exciter ran 80 km/h with 220hp and it did with excitement! Power was a pair of Yamaha 110hp engines with twin jets, the same as found in the Yamaha Waveraider PWC. It was a boat that certainly had a very limited appeal, but it was fun to drive and you could toss into full speed turns and stops, just like any jet boat. Stylish and brightly coloured the Exciter sold for around $40,000 in 1998 and only very few ever made it out of the dealer yards. Awesome fun machine.
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The Strata 750 was Smuggler’s first mid cabin
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When I reviewed the Smuggler Strata 750 Mid Cabin, I said; “What can I say? Unbelievable! Quite simply that’s the best adjective to describe what I thought of the new Evinrude 250 HO ETEC Gen2 / Smuggler Strata 750 Mid Cabin package. Unique, different and, above all, cool”! I have always been a great supporter of the Smuggler hull, with its 27 deg deadrise and unequalled rough water handling ability. So when Smuggler Marine decided to wrap tubes around it, I knew I had to try it out. The Strata 750’s hull is the virtually unchanged Smuggler Reefrunner design, first released in 1977. Featuring a super-deep vee, it is, despite being 34 years old, generally considered the best riding production hull of its size on the market. In 2009, Smuggler managing director David Pringle tweaked this hull design just a little, extending the transom (adding another 400mm of running surface) and adding built-in trim tabs and a Portofino stern. It started as the Smuggler Stealth 750, then the Strata 750 RIB and later Strata 770 (with amphibious adaptation). The Strata 750 was Smuggler’s first mid cabin and opened a whole new market of buyers. Both the 750 and the 770 have remained top sellers for the company.
Rayglass 2800 – The GRP answer to alloy hardtops.
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RAYGLASS 2800 Released in 2005 as the Legend 2800, it is still the flagship of the Legend Series trailerable range and today is one of Rayglass’s most popular models. What makes it special is that it is one of the very few fibreglass hardtop models of its size that is aimed at the serious fishing market. While it competes head to head against alloy hardtops, it has its market of loyal owners. While the 2800 is certainly a superb fishing platform for those that like going wide, in recent years, it has also found favour with the cruising set. Accommodation, a separate head/shower and galley, plus loads of cockpit protection have made it popular as a compact cruiser. There are more than 250 on the water. While twin outboards were the norm, today most are sold with a single Mercruiser 260 TDI diesel. Top speed is 35 knots with a cruise around 25 knots and reported fuel burn of around 1.0 lpnm.
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Tristram Grandeur 851 – The ‘Rolls Royce’ of trailer boats.
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As a luxury cruising trailer boat, they don’t get any better than the Tristram 851 Grandeur. Like all models in the Tristram range, the emphasis is not only on performance and handling but also presentation and layout. I am always impressed when I see the 851 and at 9.10m overall and a towing weight of 3500 kgs, it is about as big as you can get in a boat with a beam of 2.5m. I would describe the 851 Grandeur as a mini, well very mini super yacht, it is that good. Tristram has managed to compact every facet of a big cruising boat into a small bundle and it works. There is a well-balanced cockpit layout that includes a generous galley, dedicated helm with space for a large MFD and port side seating that brings all your passengers in under the hardtop. While there is still plenty of fishing space, if you’re more into chasing big fish than cruising, then the 881 Offshore is designed with fishing in mind. This is essentially the same boat as the 851 but with a totally new transom and cockpit layout more suited to fishing.
Buccaneer El Dorado – The ultimate walkaround mid cabin.
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Many years ago Buccaneer released the Billfisher 2008, a seriously good walkaround centre cabin fishing boat. While is has been reborn in various guises and sizes over the years, in 2015 the company excelled themselves when they released the El Dorado. While in some ways it resembled the Billfisher, it was an entirely different boat. The low-profile cabin top blends in with the flowing lines of the boat and has also been strategically designed to allow not only generous space inside but leaving wide bulwarks and fishing room forward. This is a truly unique design for a Kiwi manufacturer that challenges to alloy fish boat market. What I loved about the boat was how designer Gerry Gerrand had packaged so much into the space and everything is as a fisho would want it. The El Dorado has an inner liner, which allows the cockpit sole to be lower and the centre of gravity down. It’s a boat you can comfortably sleep two overnight or go fishing with four anglers. Two people can fish the bow with space to spare. Soon after the open version was released, Buccaneer came up with a hardtop version and the El Dorado got even better.
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I couldn’t make a list of 21 of my favourite boast in the past 21 years without including Sealegs. My favourite has to be the 6.1 Sport RIB, which is the companies most popular model. There are now hundreds of 6.1s on land and sea around the world and I can understand why. I live on the beach and I am ‘surrounded’ by Sealegs in various models and it’s not hard to comprehend why people buy them. The patented Sealeg system takes the hassle out of launching and retrieving. It consists of motorised, retractable and steerable wheels that are fitted to specially designed boats to give you a fully integrated, turn-key package. You don’t even get your feet wet. The 6.1 Sport RIB is a good size for anyone looking for a family fun boat, that has that go anywhere capability. I reviewed a special 6.1 Sport RIB that had been highly speced by Fusion Entertainment and what a package. More sound than Black Sabbath in an up-market RIB that took cool fun on the water to a whole new level.
Sealegs 6.1 Sports RIB – An amphibious masterpiece.
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Seaforce 530 Mate – World’s only fibreglass pontoon boat.
RAYGLASS PROJET If you are looking for something completely different, then you’ll find it in the Rayglass Projet. It’s a boat that crosses over a number of different mediums. It is a RIB, yacht tender and a PWC all rolled into one cool package. Rayglass took a Yamaha PWC and buried it into a grp hull, wrapped it with Hypalon tubes and the result was the Projet. It has to be one of the most innovative designs in years and rates right up there with the Sealegs. They are a real fun boat and while maybe not entirely practical when it comes to fishing or diving, they make a great tow vehicle for tubes. At 6.10m they are not a small boat and hence handle some reasonable choppy water. The jet unit allows you to explore the shallows and with the supercharged 4 stroke Yamaha power, has a top speed of 50mph. It’s the perfect boat to have at the bottom of the section in places like the Whitianga or Paunanui waterways, Marlborough Sounds or Lake Rotoiti. 76 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
SEAFORCE 530 MATE A fibreglass pontoon boat…..yeah right! While you may think that all pontoon boats are constructed of aluminium, think again. When Rick 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. His 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. Until then, no fibreglass trailer boat manufacturer had come up with a pontoon model, so Rick’s plan was both innovative and at the same time risky. After 3-4 years of research, including mocking up the pontoon concept with foam on an existing Adventurer hull, he final came up with what he felt was the right design. But would the conservative fibreglass boat buyer accept something as radical as a pontoon boat? Well, it seems they did and since the first 530 Mate was introduced in 2008, sales have been better than expected. Released at the Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show, the 530 Mate picked up the coveted Innovation Award, a testimony to the new design. The 530 Mate has since been joined by the 530 Skipa centre console and the 530 Ute cuddy cabin.
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FC 430 – A boat for the masses.
Ultimate 21 Elite Radically different and highly innovative.
20 ULTIMATE 21 ELITE It’s hard to make an alloy boat any different from the rest, but Mark Presnall did. His Ultimate 21 Elite was both radically different and highly innovative. His design featured a hull-in-hull vessel with an alloy outer skin and a GRP liner. Before the Ultimate 21 there had been some alloy builders offering grp superstructures on alloy hulls, but never one that went that step further and provided a complete inner liner. The Ultimate 21 Elite and other models that have followed was a bold step and it worked. You get the ruggedness of an alloy hull, with the soft styling deck line and a seamless, high quality and easy care finish inside. The liner is a substantial structure, too, disappearing out of sight under the coamings and boasting 3mm sides and a very strong 12mm floor. It employs a specially developed full bonding process, sealed to the sides and the alloy hull’s bearers and is secured by a combination of rivets and adhesives. Truly innovative concepts are a real rarity in our industry, new thinking tends to be more evolutionary than dramatically revolutionary. It was, therefore, rare to see something so truly different. Presnall’s unique idea has translated into something special: a boat that takes the best features of aluminium and GRP boat construction, combines them and, amazingly, costs just fractionally more than one made solely from alloy.
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FC 430
If you are looking for a really neat, straight forward, no nonsense boat to go fishing in, but also at a really good price, the FC 430 by Fish City fits right into the zone. When Fish City released the first FC 430 in 2011, it came as a package, boat, motor trailer for a few dollars shy of $15000. Awesome value for an awesome boat. At 4.3m, this open tiller steer dinghy was one of the first of many FC models to follow and it quickly became one of the country’s most popular boats of its size. The incredibly small price tag didn’t alter the fact that the hull was constructed with 4mm plate on the bottom and 3mm sides. Built tough and with a wide gullwing hull design, the FC 430 offers a great ride and stability at rest. Features included a built-in passive live bait tank, fully welded chequer plate floor and twin swivelling buckets seats. Buy a 430FC today with a Mercury 30 and trailer and you can still get on the water for under $16000.
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Sea Nymph Oasis 635
The Return BY FREDDY FOOTE
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he Sea Nymph name is one nearly every Kiwi boatie is familiar with and for a lot of us our first boating experience was probably in a Sea Nymph. The brand has been around since the 1970’s, with models such as Blazer, Hustler and Regal very well known. Like any company, the brand has been through various ownerships, and since 2002 it has been under the ownership and direction of Robbie Hopper. The brand has been a little bit quiet on the New Zealand market the last couple of 78 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
years, but after shifting the manufacturing to China, it’s back. “The main reason for the brand to move its manufacturing into China was so that we could target more overseas markets and supply from there,” says Hopper. “That’s what we’ve been doing the last few years.” Hopper plans to manufacture ten models from 4.8m to 10m including runabouts; hard tops, Targa tops and European styled enclosed hardtop models. Many of the popular models of the past such as the
480, 580, 640 Blazer, 650 and Hustler will once again be available in New Zealand. “They’re all good boats, and have been very popular for a long time, so we’ll look to re-establish those in the market as we as a host of new ones not seen before.” “We’ve stuck to the size of our boats. Some builders who build offshore have made their boats narrower to fit in containers for export. For us, it just means we have to lean the boat over further to get it into the container.” The boats arrive in New Zealand about
Sea Nymph is back. With a raft of new models on the way, we sent Freddy Foote along to check out their all-new Oasis 635 model.
After a number of years away from the NZ market, Sea Nymph is back.
90% complete. From the distribution base in Silverdale, the Sandbrook windscreens are fitted as well as the having the outboard motors rigged. Hopper has made taken the step to build traditional optional extras as standard into the New Sea Nymph boats, something he says he can only do if he manufacturers offshore. As an example, on this 635 Oasis, the Targa top, ski pole, bait board, rod holders, drum auto capstan, bin seating, handrails – all come as standard. As tested the Sea Nymph Oasis 635 is
$69,990, which for the level of appointment, the size of the boat is pretty exceptional. “We’ve made sure that the design continues to suit New Zealand boaties and have been able to offer all the features that New Zealand boaties want, at an affordable and cost effective price.” FUNCTIONAL LAYOUT Having spent an afternoon aboard the Oasis 635, I got a good appreciation for how functional, spacious and well appointed the boat was.
The seating configuration consists of twin swivelling pedestal seats, mounted atop of moulded bases with storage provide underneath. Aft, there is full-width bench seating, which is made up of two removable bin seats. This gives you seating for at least six people. In the cabin, a large V-berth provides storage underneath, and there is provision for a toilet as an option. Side shelf storage is deep and will provide a handy place to store life jackets. While the squabs are upholstered in vinyl, the rest of the cabin WWW.BOAT M AGS.C O M 79
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Fishermen will love the open and roomy cockpit.
area is finished with soft carpet. The cockpit is very roomy and provides plenty of space to move around, and fisherman will love it. Gunwale thighpadding runs along the upper inside edge of the cockpit sides, and below you’ll find storage racks for rods – a feature I love, it’s so much better than just throwing them into the side shelves on their own. Rod holders were exactly where needed, with four built into the coamings with a further six in the Targa top/rocket launcher above. A stainless steel ski pole is mounted in the centre of the transom and can accommodate a removable bait board. Aft, there is a healthy sized underfloor storage locker, big enough for dive bottles,
while ahead of that, and between the seats is hatch access to the 180L underfloor fuel tank. In the port corner, an infill into the transom is removable and once removed quickly creates a walk-through to aid in entering the boat from the water, or perhaps to haul aboard that large game fish. Aiding access into the boat from the water is a stainless telescopic boarding ladder, which is positioned on the port-boarding platform. The cockpit and tops of the coamings are finished in Ultralon, which is a soft foam type finish that not only gives the boat a nice look, but certainly makes it nicer underfoot to walk and stand on.
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AT THE WHEEL The seating position is very comfortable; the helm seat allows you to sit nice and high, with excellent visibility forward through the curved glass windscreen. Underway you get minimal wind in your face and a moulded footrest below keeps your legs elevated and comfortable. There is also a lift up bolster in the base of the seat, which allows you stand to drive should you wish. When standing, there is plenty of headroom from the Targa top above, and once back home the whole Targa top structure can fold down allowing you to garage it should you wish. Passenger comfort is aided by a sturdy handrail that runs along the entire inside
The Oasis 635 is rated from 150hp225hp outboards.
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Aft bin seating is removable. Plenty of room in the cabin to stow gear.
top edge of the curved windscreen. At the helm, the dash is minimalist with the Suzuki digital engine gauge above, with a Lowrance HDS 12 below and the switch panel alongside. Test day conditions were quite calm as we explored the upper waters of the Hauraki Gulf. The ride was comfortable and dry, the strake less hull making short work of some small chop we found further offshore and overall, the boat was easy to drive and easy to trim. At rest, the boat was ultra stable, and two of us moved around the cockpit with no excessive lean. Our test boat was powered by a Suzuki 150hp four-stroke, but you have the option of anything from 150hp as seen here through to 225hp. The 150hp Suzuki on our test day managed to achieve 37 knots @ 6000rpm using 61.0L/H. At a comfortable cruise of 21.5knots @ 4000rpm, the Suzuki was consuming 20.0L/H. The economy at trolling speeds was pretty good. 7.0 knots @ 2000rpm showed 6.8L/H on the Suzuki engine instruments. Pull that back slightly to 6.5 knots @ 1700rpm, and the fuel use is just 4.4L/H. Combine that with the 180L fuel tank, and you’ll have hours and hours of game trolling at your disposal. Our test day performance figures were achieved with two adult passengers onboard and a full fuel tank of 180L.
Hopper packages his boats with Suzuki outboards as he believes they are one of the best outboards on the market – however, I’m sure you could have any motor you wanted. I found the 150hp performed exceedingly well. Overall, it gave exceptional punch out of the hole and delivered respectable fuel figures. As I mentioned earlier, the hull is rated for up to 225hp outboards, and I think a 200hp would be a good match for those who are going to load the boat up with dive gear, etc. But for most of us, the 150hp will be more than adequate while also keeping the whole package very affordable. Speaking of affordable, let’s talk about the price. This boat as tested is $69,990, which when you look at everything that it is included in the package as standard is incredible value for money. I had a quick browse online, and I found comparably sized models from other New Zealand manufacturers for the same price, but they did not have such features as the Lowrance MFD, the ski pole, Targa top and bin seating as standard.
Overall, a great package that looks superb goes great, and if you’re in the market for a GRP boat in this size, the Oasis 635 is going to be hard to look past.
A Targa Bimini top comes as standard and is collapsible.
SEA NYMPH OASIS 635 Performance Figures Model & Model Sea Nymph Oasis 635 Priced from $69,990 Price as tested $69,990 Type Cabin Construction GRP LOA 6.4m Beam 2.4m Deadrise 19 degree Trailerable weight 1850kg Test Power 150hp Suzuki Four-Stroke Propeller 19” 3 Blade Power options Single Outboard HP Range 150-225hp
Fuel capacity 180L Trailer Tandem Axle – braked. Notable Standard Features Ultralon decking, Targa top, Lowrance HDS12, bench seating, transom walk-through, ski pole, drum auto capstan. Contact Robbie Hopper 021 277 2222 Robbie@seanymph.co.nz
RPM 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 6000
Knots 5.0 5.5 7.0 8.5 10.0 18.0 21.5 25.0 29.0 32.0 37.0
L/H 2.6 3.7 6.8 10.0 13.0 18.0 20.0 27.8 33.8 42.5 61.0
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Have you ever really considered the anchor that holds you fast when moored in a bay or over your favourite fishing spot? We look at the different types of anchors and what they are designed to do.
A fluke anchor is often called a Danforth, which is sometimes used as a generic name for the class.
The CQR anchor is a play on the word Secure.
There are certain very important attributes you should keep in mind when selecting an anchor. Will it set quickly, and hold in a variety of different bottom types? Can it withstand significant loads? Is it easy to deploy and retrieve, and is it easy to store? A modern anchor usually consists of a central bar called the shank, and an armature with some form of flat surface (fluke or palm) to grip the bottom and a point to assist penetration of the bottom. The position at which the armature is attached to the shank is called the crown, and the shank is usually fitted with a ring or shackle to attach it to the anchor rode. There are essentially three categories of anchor. First, there are those with deep
penetrating, lightweight, pivoting flukes such as the Danforth, Kewene or the Sealock. These are great for muddy and very soft bottoms. Second, there are the plough-style anchors such as the Bruce, Delta, Manson Plough and SARCA. These have excellent structural strength and are good general purpose anchors. On the other hand, they tend to set more easily due to increased weight. Finally, there are the ‘new generation’ anchors for the real serious anchorers. Variations on all of these traditional designs exist, and new ones seem to pop up all the time. Sand is relatively easy for anchors to penetrate. Most anchors will hold best
in hard sand. Mud, on the other hand, has low shear strength, and requires an anchor with a wider shank-fluke angle and greater fluke area so that the anchor will penetrate deep to where the mud has greater shear strength. Mud is frequently thin and layered over some other material. Thus, anchors that can penetrate through the mud to the underlying material will hold better. Fortress anchors (an aluminium danforth pattern type) work very well in mud, because they can be converted to a broad fluke angle. Rock and coral bottoms present different challenges. Here, holding power is more dependent on where you happen to drop the anchor, than on the type of anchor you
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The award winning New Zealand manufactured Manson Supreme is fast setting and provides exceptional grip on most seabeds.
The grapnel is a traditional design and ideal for rocky or coral conditions.
have. As a general rule most anchors will stick (get stuck in) to rocks well but this is the best ground for a grapnel. Grassy or weedy bottoms present tough challenges for all anchor designs. Here, it is the tip weight and cutting edge of the anchor, which is the most important factor. If you try and set an anchor too fast, you’ll find that it will skip along the bottom, or suddenly set and could cause damage to your winch or capstan. This is quite likely with the new generation anchors, as their design will cause them to set and stop you pretty quickly, so passengers had better be holding on! Many people regard the anchor in its own right as just an anchor. However, they should regard it as part of an anchoring system. An anchor will work better with chain behind it, and an anchor straight on the end of a piece of rope won’t work as well. You have to have a matched set. 86 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
It’s important to realise that the main purpose of the chain is to provide sufficient weight to keep the angle of attack of the anchor within its design limits, and that the harder it’s blowing, or the faster the current flow, the more chain is required. The weight of the chain also provides a dampening effect so you don’t shock load your anchor out of the ground or winch/cleat out of the deck. It also pays to buy quality rather than buying to a price. For instance, there are a lot of knock-off ploughs, Bruces, danforth anchors and chains coming out of China, which the experts say, generally aren’t up to the standard of most Australian and Kiwi made anchors. When you consider the value of the boat an anchor is protecting and the fact it stops you from waking up on the rocks, an anchor is no place to economise. It pays to get the best performing anchor system you can.
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LSM MMX is a fast setting lead free hoop, with a retrieval slide, offering exceptional holding power in most substrates.
The Super SARCA Anchors are designed and manufactured in Australia and feature a hoop on the rear of the anchor that ensures the anchor rolls over in most situations.
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The Rocna Vulcan anchor is designed to offer the greatest possible compatibility across a wider range of vessel bow configurations. The omission of a roll-bar along with a carefully designed shank profile ensures a snug fit on wide range bow designs.
r o h c n a o t w o H y l e r u c se By Tom Burden – West Marine Advisor
Anchors dig into the seabed to hold a boat in position. They serve a safety role by keeping boats out of the surf or off the rocks. They also allow boaters to secure the boat temporarily while fishing, having lunch or spending the night. When an anchor penetrates the surface of the seabed, suction generates resistance, created by the bottom material plus the weight of the material above the anchor. As the boat pulls on the anchor rode, the anchor digs in deeper, creating additional resistance. In rocky or coral bottoms, anchors can’t dig in, but rather snag on protrusions and hold precariously. To ensure that an anchor “sets” well, apply tension to the rode so the anchor penetrates the bottom. Do this by making fast the line and applying power in reverse. If your boat moves, reset the anchor and try again. Many boaters make only a half-hearted attempt to set the anchor by putting the boat in reverse for just a few seconds. To be sure the anchor is set you must put a reasonable strain on the rode for a reasonable length of time. Your boat should surge forward when you back off the power, indicating that you have put some strain on the rode to test the anchor set. We know of no way to ensure that your anchor will hold other than by pulling on it hard. Scope is defined as the ratio of water depth (plus freeboard) to anchor line paid out. Most anchoring texts and anchor manufacturers agree that a scope of 7:1 achieves the anchor’s designed holding power, and more
scope is better than less. In theory, 7:1 scope is great, but at a crowded anchorage most cruisers scoff at the idea of paying out more than 3:1 or 4:1-there just isn’t that much space for boats to swing. When an anchor
is securely set you can consider shortening scope in a crowded anchorage. Once an anchor has been set, it will almost always hold the same amount of tension that was used to set it, even if the scope is reduced. This means that you can pay out
long scope, pull hard on the anchor rode using the engine, and then shorten scope to reduce swinging room. However, if your boat swings and the anchor has to reset itself, it will have to do so at a reduced scope. This is known as Anchoring Russian Roulette. It’s fairly easy to set an anchor when wind and current come consistently from one direction, but if they veer, some perform better than others under varying angles of pull. Any anchor can become dislodged from the seabed if the boat swings far enough. It pays to have an anchor alarm on your chartplotter so it can alert you if the boat swings too far from position where it was when you set the anchor. Despite claims to the contrary, no single anchor design is best in all conditions. Boaters voyaging to areas where there is a specific type of bottom must carry an anchor(s) suitable for that bottom. For all but very small boats, we recommend that all boats carry at least two anchors. This means that you’ll have another if one anchor is lost and different anchor types work best for different conditions. Two anchors allow you to anchor bow and stern in tight anchorages. Inspect your entire anchor system frequently for chafe, loose shackles, and bent flukes. The system is only as reliable as its weakest component. Store at least one anchor so that it can always be used immediately. Even the strongest anchor won’t do you any good if you can’t deploy it. Quickly deploying even a small anchor can keep you from going further aground.
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Yamaha GP1800
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It seems as if one day at lunchtime, the design team at Yamaha paused between pizza slices and asked, “what would happen if we put the biggest engine possible into the lightest WaveRunner we can, and let’s make it one with a race proven hull?” Well after the laughter settled, the imaginary room went silent in thought, and a chorus of “lets do this” erupted. And do it they did. The result is the quickest, fastest, most precise handling and ultra-performing WaveRunner Yamaha has produced… The GP1800. Rated MA for mature audiences only.
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f you’ve ever asked yourself what it would be like to have a machine that racers use to win trophies, then bring your cheque book on over to a Yamaha dealer and sign a contract for the GP1800 and find out. This is a WaveRunner with the largest engine Yamaha makes, put into the lightest production performance machine with a race inspired hull. In short, it’s an adrenaline thrill ride that is not for the faint of heart. However, if you’re an experienced rider, interested in closed-course buoy racing in a high performance rocket, then stop and take a look at this. The GP1800 is built with you as the target audience.
THE POWER PLANT We’ve always said that there’s more to performance than a bigger engine but Yamaha didn’t get the memo. It took the biggest engine it makes and dropped it into this WaveRunner. So what we have here is the 1812cc supercharged and intercooled, 4-stroke, 4 cylinder, 16-valve Super Vortex High Output engine. That’s the top of the food chain… there is no higher. The SVHO engine features a highperformance intercooler, increased supercharger air intake capacity and boost, and a modified fuel injection system for increased fuel flow. Add to that the fact that it’s driving
the 160mm, 3-blade, 16.4-degree pitch, stainless steel impeller through an 8-vane high pressure jet pump and you start to get a feel for what we’re talking about. THE HULL The hull is designed around the most winning watercraft raced today, the Yamaha VXR. It’s a super lightweight hull made with Yamaha’s exclusive NanoXcel2 technology that is sheet molded under extreme pressure to produce, what is according to Yamaha, the strongest and lightest hull and deck available in the industry. This race-proven hull design has well defined hull-strakes, soft bow chines, WWW.BOAT M AGS.C O M 91
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The hull has many features that contribute to the race-like handling characteristics of the GP1800.
race infused keel shape and performance sponsons to both sides to provide the excellent stability and precise responsiveness demanded of an extreme watercraft of this caliber. The Handling For all the power and lightweight, this is a seriously exhilarating ride that doesn’t have to be pushed to its limits. Frankly, you’re not going to reach its limits, probably ever. It will, however reach yours. This is a WaveRunner that schools you so that every time you ride it you get better. But with that said, it’s also a great ride for an intermediate rider to become a more experienced rider. It has a level of predictability and precision that keeps the rider from getting into too much trouble while stretching his or her ability at the same time. The trip on up through acceleration is a quick one so hang on when hitting full throttle. Certainly don’t ever do it when others are riding. That’s the time for a more docile acceleration curve. Once underway, she begs to be hauled around for buoy racing so have at it. Lean into the turn on approach, start the slight roll so the sponsons start to carve, make the hard turn and accelerate into the turn. Straighten out early or you’ll over turn and have to adjust. Timed right you can come out of the turn and level off at the same time with minimal loss of speed and blast of for the next turn.
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THE TECHNOLOGY Rather than just focus on speed and call it a day, Yamaha also added some muchappreciated features onto the GP1800. None more valued than the RiDE Technology. Back in the day, R.i.D.E. used to stand for Reverse with Intelligent Deceleration Electronics, but it has now evolved to much more than that, but the name stuck. It provides the following features… Reversing. The throttle is still on the right side, and probably always will be. Now, however, we add a trigger to the left side of the handlebar for the RiDE technology. Squeeze it and the GP1800 shifts (actually the reverse bucket drops down, there’s no shifting in jet watercraft) into reverse.
Now we can maneuver around the dock and even back off of the trailer or beach. Steering is reversed so when backing, we steer the bow, not the stern. Neutral. Just a quick squeeze of the left trigger drops the GP1800 into neutral. This is pretty intuitive. If we think of pulling the trigger back to back down, it’s just as easy to think of pulling the trigger back briefly as a means of stopping the forward motion, but not causing reverse motion. Try it once and it clicks forever. Now again, there’s no shifting of gears going on here, the reverse bucket simply is dropping down just enough to deflect the thrust, that is always coming out when the engine is running, down instead of forward or back. That keeps us from
This race inspired seat is a representative example of both form and function.
moving but turning the wheel will still cause us to pivot, rather than turn. Braking. This is the biggest benefit of the RiDE Technology. When cruising at speed, squeeze the left trigger and intelligent braking kicks in. We say intelligent because imagine cruising at full speed and hitting reverse. What would likely happen is the reverse bucket would drop down, the driver, and passengers would then be launched over the handlebars, as both the reverse thrust and plunging bow would contribute to the subsequent deceleration trauma. Instead, when squeezing the RiDE trigger at full (or any) speed, the engine slows (regardless of how much we’re holding the throttle trigger) while simultaneously
dropping the reverse bucket. Now we can stop the GP1800 in the shortest distance possible while still remaining onboard and in full control. We tried it over and over again and it worked flawlessly. Keep squeezing and the braking reverts to reversing. Another great feature is the electronic trim. Located on the left handlebar, the thumb is used to make incremental changes to the trim angle of the jet exhaust to compensate for both prevailing conditions and uneven distribution of weight when additional riders are aboard. Best of all is that these adjustments can be done on the fly instead of having to scroll through a menu on an instrument panel.
The total onboard storage is 24.6 gallons (93 L) and it’s distributed in three separate compartments.
The RiDE Technology in the EX Deluxe is controlled from the left trigger of the handlebars.
The rear deck has custom cut matting that is water and heat repelling. Notice how it beads up on the side footwells.
The aft section of the two-piece seat removes for access to the storage beneath.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES The seat is race inspired and cradles the driver in a raised, and well padded, seatback. It’s narrow enough for using the legs to squeeze and hold on, but not too wide that we can’t remain stable. There’s room for two additional riders making this a true three-person watercraft, from a roominess, buoyancy and stability standpoint. The rear seat has a wrap around grab handle and it’s comfortable to use facing forward when cruising or aft when acting as observer for watersports. The total onboard storage is 24.6 gallons (93 L) and it’s distributed in three separate compartments. The first, and largest, is at the front under the streamlined bow visor. it releases with a latch just ahead
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of the panel so it can still be opened from the seated position. Inside is cavernous storage that also houses the mount for the portable fire extinguisher. It’s also under this hatch that we see the fuel fill positioned to the left side making it easy to refuel from a land based gas station. The second, and most convenient, storage space is just behind the handlebars and ahead of the driver. This includes two beverage holders and a center space for incidentals. Lastly there’s a waterproof compartment under the rear section of the two-piece seat. With its fine threads and gasketed screw cap, this container is both watertight, and removable so we can put our valuables inside and bring the whole thing with us when we walk away from the GP1800.
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WATERSPORTS READY The GP1800 may be built for speed and performance but nothing says that we can’t use the settings in between idle and flat out. The simple fact is, even a Ferrari can ride through the rural streets without pushing 180 mph. The GP1800 is designed for up to three riders, which means that she can still convert to waters ports since we can still have someone on the towline while still carrying the legally required aft facing observer. There’s a tow ring at the back, just under the seat, and a huge rear deck finished in custom cut non-skid matting that repels both water and heat from the continual onslaught of the bright sun. Further aft there’s a flip-down reboarding step making it even easier to reboard the GP1800. Dual mirrors not only
give the driver better orientation of the surroundings, but also assist in keeping an eye on the end of towline. They also help the driver remain aware if a boat is about to pass, as rare an occurrence as that may be. OBSERVATIONS There’s no doubt that this is among the fastest and quickest we’ve ridden and that seems to be the point of this machine. Yes it has added features but that’s just frosting on the cake. This is a racing machine inside and out, so while it can be used for water sports, we’d opt for a completely different WaveRunner for the family. This is for the adrenaline rush that can only be quenched by addressing the need for speed. At Retail price: $26,999.00 inc GST it’s also a bargain for a performance machine.
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BIG RIGS Shane Kite looks at some of the things you should know if you are towing a seriously large boat/motor/trailer package.
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The issue of the dangers of driving large boats around on our roads was brought home to me with a thump when a friend of mine was involved in a life-threatening accident while towing a large cruiser along the motorway. It was raining and there were associated high winds, and the rig started to sway uncontrollably, pushing the vehicle and boat right off the roadside and into a ditch. That was one instance, which was then backed up only a matter of weeks later when a boat dealer was delivering a boating package to its new owner, he got into a bit of strife, and the boat ended up parked in the middle of the road. We hear about only a fraction of such incidents, for there are a lot more that don’t get reported for fear of retribution in one way or another. In other words, the problem is more prevalent than perhaps we realise. The shock of someone being in such a perilous position allows us to think of the ease with which these situations arise, with seemingly no thought of the potential hazards that exist when towing large boats. The number of large (over 7m) trailer boats has grown at an alarming rate. People want to haul those big boats distances now that 20 years ago were unheard of. But missing amongst this new statistic is a level of information on preparing new owners of these boats, on the proper precautions and the dangers to be aware of. As a normal cycle of boat owners, many have upgraded from their 1500kg 5.5m boats, and due to their purchase of a new family large 4WD, or dual cab ute, now look towards the larger 7m to 8m boats that typically have a GVM of 2.5-3.5 tonnes. . Rigs over 2000kg require override breaks, and bigger rigs of over 2500 – 3000 kgs must have more sophisticated braking systems. Once you get into the real big rigs of around 2500-3500 kgs, then breakaway emergency braking systems and in-cab controlled 98 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAY / JUNE 2017
braking systems are a must. Usually, they brake both axles. Once the new 4WD and cruiser are hooked up, many think that driving these rigs is the same as their previous boats. The safety provided by these new braking systems in many cases provides a false sense of security, as large masses are involved. There are some issues that can impact on your towing safety.
TOW-BALL DOWNLOAD Tow ratings have become pretty serious marketing fodder among SUV and pickup manufacturers. Superlatives abound about ‘best in class’ capabilities, but while the maximum rating is good to know, there is another value that is probably more important. Towball download. This is one of the most overlooked and misunderstood things about towing. Where the maximum rating deals with the mass of the towed trailer load, the towball mass looks at the weight or force, the trailer exerts directly down onto the towball itself. There is a common misconception that a general rule of thumb exists that the towball download rating is 7-10 percent of the maximum tow rating. This is simply not true, and end users must always abide by the vehicle manufacturers tow ratings, inclusive of towball down load. Users must be clear that some these ratings are as published by the vehicle manufacturer (on their website or within the motor vehicles owner handbook) and NOT the rating on a towbar that may be fitted to the vehicle (unless of course the towbar is a genuine towbar, approved by the vehicle manufacturer or more correctly the brand importer and distributors in New Zealand). Non genuine towbars sometime have labels applied to “meet a customer’s needs or a market perception / rule of thumb”,
these non-genuine ratings do not align to the vehicle manufacturers tow ratings and if loads greater than those endorsed by the vehicle manufacturer are towed they are beyond the vehicles capability as determined by the vehicle manufacturer and may create an unsafe and unstable towing combination. In the case of PPB magazines own 2017 Isuzu DMax LS 4WD, it has a 3500kg tow rating and a 350kg tow ball mass rating, as recorded in the vehicles owners handbook and labelled on the genuine / approved towbar, manufactured and tested by Best Bars Ltd for Isuzu UTE’s NZ the brand importer. When you have too much or too little weight on the tow ball, the whole geometry of the vehicle and trailer setup changes, which makes it harder to control and more susceptible to swaying at speed – aside from overloading the hitch in the first place. Stick to the vehicle manufacture’s advised tow ratings and towball down load to ensure the vehicle stance, towing geometry and handling characteristics are not altered from the vehicle safety designers intentions. Users should also play close attention to the GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) of their vehicle and the GCM (Gross Combination Mass – combination of GVM and trailered load). Users must never exceed either rating. In practice this means care must be taken, when trailering a load rated at the vehicles maximum tow rating, not to additionly overload the towing vehicle with people and other items. Many people seem to believe that as their new vehicle is legally able to tow 3500kg, and it will do that job as easily as taking the vehicle shopping. To tow these large boats, the vehicle is operating at the limits of its capacity in handling and braking – there simply is no room for error! New Zealand has two main tow ball sizes, 1 7/8” and 50mm and that is believed to be a
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large contributor to towing accidents. Over 20 years ago the Government transport officials sanctioned a new 50mm tow ball size as New Zealand embraced the metric age and it was supposed to have replaced the old imperial 1 7/8” size. But trailers have continued to be made to fit 1 7/8” couplings and they still make up around 60% of the market, and about 40% of trailers have 50mm couplings. The problem is, an 1 7/8” tow ball is equivalent to 47.6mm, which means that although it slots into a 50mm coupling, the fitting is lose and therefore not secure. Stephen de Kriek, CEO of Best Bars Ltd says, “The potential risk of someone mistakenly hitching a trailer fitted with the larger 50mm coupling to the smaller imperial 47.6mm tow ball is real. We have seen 50mm couplings come away from imperial towballs quite easily, especially if the towball or the coupling is worn or poorly adjusted. Even if the trailer remains connected with a safety chain, there is still significant potential for an accident to happen.” Best Bars offer a simple solution with Convert-A-Ball. The “Convert-A-Ball” replaces a standard towball and comes with two clearly marked interchangeable balls – 50mm and 1 7/8”. They can be swapped over in seconds simply by removing a central pin, which can be pushed out with the tip of a key or pen, while the shank remains firmly attached to the towbar. Mr de Kriek says, “The Convert-A-Ball is easy to use and the spare towball can be carried safely secured in the spare tyre well of the vehicle to be swapped over at any time. It is a constant reminder to the driver to be aware that there are different sizes.” If you are towing any trailer, particularily heavy loads such as large boats, it is critical to ensure your coupling and towball are matched in size, with a preference to a heavy shanked 50mm towball where possible. Equally important is to make sure your towing vehicle is rated by the vehicle manufacturer to tow the weight you have on the back (and in the vehicle), and that your
towbar is rate to support these loads. CM Trailers have come up with a different system they call the Multifit Master Dual Auto-Select Coupling unit. The unique design of the Multifit Master Dual AutoSelect Coupling, designed for a 2500 kg capacity trailer, eliminates any risk of mismatching a vehicle’s towball with a trailer coupling, resulting in safe and reliable connection everytime. Simply drop onto the towball and it automatically engages with 1 7/8 or 50mm balls. In addition the unit comes with a built in noise dampening device that eliminates any coupling rattle. Another plus is The Multifit Master Dual Auto-Select Coupling has been designed with an overall height of 131mm to avoid coming into contact with the tail door of some utility vehicles when opened.
GVM v GCM Understanding the different terminologies can be quite a head spinner if you are not technically minded. Do you know the difference between gross combination mass and gross vehicle mass or tare and kerb weights? And then there’s also your vehicle’s payload capacity? Tare is the weight when the vehicle is virtually empty, and Kerb is the weight when full of fuel. Of course, there are variables, such as the weight of a driver and so essentially both weights mostly mean when the vehicle isn’t loaded with all the extras. Technically, tare weight is a bit less than kerb weight, but there’s no universal standard. The total allowed weight of the vehicle is called Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM). This is for all the passengers, all the fluids, all the equipment. Most manufacturers list their GVM without all the extras such as a towbar, canopies, hard lids, bull bars and roll bars. It’s not difficult to add at least another 200 kgs to the vehicle’s overall weight, even before you add your family, plus load the back up with fishing and camping gear. Gross Combined Mass (GCM) is as it reads, the combination of the entire load of the
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boat, trailer and vehicle. If all that exceeds 6000 kgs then technically you should have an HT licence. It’s quite common now for manufacturers to offer alloy trailers for exceptionally large trailer boats, which can decrease the total weight of the BMT package, although only marginally. The weight saving is generally only in the trailer chassis as all the running gear will still remain the same. Most large 4WDs and SUVs are rated to 3500 kgs with a braked trailer, (750 kgs unbraked) but if you are looking for something bigger, then there are plenty of trucks available from the US such as the Dodge Ram, Chev Silverado, GMC Sierras and Ford F-Series. Some of these are rated to over 6000 kgs! As loads above 3500kg cannot be towed with a regular tow ball, a pintle hook system is required. These combine a pintle hook, which has a latch over the 50mm ball. This means you can still tow the garden trailer without having to change the ball size. Rigs of this size will require a Class 2 endorsement and be run under a COF, this may add complication and compliance costs that may not be desirable to the average boater looking for the largest trailerable boat on a Class 1 license, which according to the law, However, if you want to get all legal about it, you need to consider what you are towing, if you only have a regular Class 1 car licence. According to the law, the gross combined mass (GCM) of the trailer and tow vehicle must not exceed 6000 tonnes on a Class 1. So, what you can tow depends on the total weight of your vehicle and the weight of the rig on that back. For example, PPB’s Isuzu 4 WD D-Max LS, has a GVW of around 1940 kgs and a GVM of 3500 kg. If you subtract the weight of the D-Max (1940 kgs) from the GCM of 6000 kg, you are left with 4060 kgs as the maximum the Isuzu is legally allowed to tow. Isuzu, like most manufacturers of similar sized dual cab utes, places a tow limit of 3500 kgs on the vehicle, so you are well within the manufacturer’s tolerances to tow, and add a maximum of 560kg of people/ gear to top out to 6 tonnes.
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WINDAGE If most boat owners were asked, many would be unaware of the effect all those beautiful side covers and fill-in clears have on the towing ability of the boat package. Although very evident on smaller vessels, the effect on a larger rig that has high sides plus a raft of covers presents itself as a
potential disaster on the road. The covers, when fitted, add dramatically to the side and height dimensions so that the effect of wind and drag is magnified on the road. It is always a good idea to tow with these covers removed! However, as most of today’s 7.5m plus boats
have fixed hardtops you have no option, so just be aware of the huge mass you are towing and drive with care, especially in high winds. Drive to the conditions, and remember not to exceed 90 kph when towing and of course decrease speed well below this if the condition warrant.
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SERIOUS BRAKES There currently are a number of options available, including electric brakes, vacuum brakes, electro- or mechanical-hydraulic brakes and hydraulic over-ride brakes. Hydraulic override (or surge) brakes have been used for many years but are not legal in New Zealand on trailers with a gross laden mass over 2500kg. They are, however, legal on trailers under this weight and are effective if properly maintained and the tow ball weight is not excessive. This indirect brake system works as an action by the driver applying the towing vehicles brakes, in turn causing the trailer to push the towing vehicle and this force indirectly controls the trailer brakes. Electro-hydraulic brakes (for example the HydraStar) are a direct braking system using an electrically driven hydraulic pump to generate pressure in the trailer’s hydraulic braking system. These combine the features of both electric and hydraulic braking and are the ideal system to use in all situations, particularly in marine applications. These units typically have an adjustable controller located in the vehicle to regulated the desired braking performance. Electro-hydraulic braking is currently the primary braking system being installed on New Zealand boat trailers over 2500kg and has the potential to offer boat users a reliable and safe braking system. In contrast, the air-hydraulic brake IQ7 (Sens-a-Brake) provides the brakes with a fluid supply via an air driven master cylinder fitted to the trailer. A small compressor driven by an electric motor charges an air reservoir which in turn supplies a regulated pressure to the master cylinder. When the driver presses the brake pedal, a
Sens-a-Brake pad fitted to the pedal sends a signal to the master control unit which calculates the desired brake pressure via the on-trailer unit. Breakaway brakes are compulsory for trailers with a gross laden weight between 2500kg and 3500kg. Breakaway brakes are those that will apply themselves automatically if the trailer is accidentally disconnected from the vehicle. They are a legal requirement once a trailer exceeds 2500kg. In this instance, no safety chains are fitted as it becomes difficult to restrain via safety chains should it become disconnected from the tow vehicle. All electro-hydraulic and air-hydraulic systems have this as a standard feature. Trailers of between 2000kg and 2500kg must be fitted with a pair of safety chains that cross over unless equipped with breakaway brakes.
BRAKE CONTROLLERS As previously discussed, the braking systems used on these trailers, are controlled in-cab by way of a brake controller. The purpose of these controllers is to adjust the level of power applied to the brakes, making it adjustable for differences in weight, and the level of braking effort applied when the foot brake is pressed. PPB recently fitted an in-cab controller system to the editor, Barry Thompson’s Isuzu D-Max ute. Used as the test vehicle for a recent video on towing big rigs, we had a 3500kg Dickey 800 on the back, and the Isuzu towed it with ease. The HydraStar system fitted to the trailer provided positive and worry free braking. Fitting the in-cab controller was a simple job (we used an auto electrician) and the only change was from a 7 pin to a 12 pin plug.
While in this case the controller was hard wired in the D-Max, there is available on another model of HydraStar braking system, the opportunity of a plug into the cigarette lighter socket controller. When you swap tow vehicles, you simply unplug the commander from one vehicle and swap to another. The controller also has features where in cases of emergency, a button can be applied to power the trailer brakes without the car brakes being applied, which can prevent an accident simply by “straightening out” a swaying trailer. I am sure some readers towing those big boats are not aware of the correct adjustment and operations of all the controller options. It would be advisable therefore in every purchase situation, to test, check and get used to these braking systems and their controllers – well before any long trip. Make a few short trips, in all conditions, and don’t be afraid to ask your dealer for advice on what you should and shouldn’t be doing. While we are on brakes and wheels, you should also keep an eye on your tyre pressures. Run the tyres at their maximum recommended pressure. They’ll run cooler, and you’ll consume less gas.
DRIVER EXPERIENCE Many of the near-misses that occur with these large boat packages are due to sheer ignorance – the new owners were not being aware of the extra weight and length being towed – compared to their previous rig. It seems there is a definite opening for an advanced driving course to be made available to these new owners. Perhaps even go so far as making it mandatory for vehicles that tow over a certain weight, to have a licensed driver (to that level) at the
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controls – someone who has been trained and familiarised appropriately. The system as it stands now is that anyone, can hook up a 3500kg rig and jaunt off down the road – the very same road our kids go to school on. On a longer trip, we all know how we get complacent with the speed we are travelling and despite the massive weight being towed many of us get ‘into a groove’. We can be more concerned about what CD is playing, than being aware of the implications of what can happen in an emergency, or with changing road conditions. Pay attention and concentrate at all times, for it only takes a split second for a disaster to unfold. It’s also important to keep your speed down, as if things go wrong and your boat starts swaying at 100 km/h, you can be in for hairy ride till it settles….or doesn’t. The New Zealand speed limit for towing is 90 km/h and that’s plenty if you have a 3500 kg rig behind you. In fact this would be considered by many experienced tower as an absolute maximum when towing near or at the vehicles limits, many airing on the side of caution and decreasing spead 10-15% to allow an extra margin of safety. In short, it would be common sense that we all build up our experience in towing larger craft, to a level where we are aware of the responsibilities of towing such large boats. Ironically, and indeed sadly, it takes an experience such as the accident that
introduced this article, to wake us all up to our skill levels, responsibilities, and set-up that is required to tow these larger packages.
THE RIGHT TOW VEHICLE Probably the best towing vehicle is either a full-size 4x4 ute or SUV with a turbodiesel engine and automatic transmission. With kerb weights between 2-3 tonnes and wheelbases of around 3000mm, they provide the heavy, sure-footed anchorage needed for high towing capacity with good control. Their high torque diesel is also tailor-made for this role with excellent pulling power and better fuel economy than petrol engines, combined with intelligent automatic transmissions that save you a lot of stick-and-pedal work and offer the convenience of sequential selfshifting when required. The influx of USA imports and alloy hardtops has seen vast quantities of those big boats increasing every season. Many boaters who traditionally would be buying 5.5m to 6.5m boats (where trailer towing skills are typically learnt) are now buying significantly larger packages. Many dealers can quote examples of newcomers to trailer boating starting out with a big 4WD and a 3500kg rig, with no towing experience whatever! This can and does happen without any dealer training or preparation for the roads ahead. Makes you think?
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Venture in the ice flows in Northwest Glacier.
My Fleming 65, Venture, has carried us in safety and comfort more than 50,000 nautical miles in the ten years since her construction in 2004. She is hull #1 of the 65 series and has served as an ongoing test bed for new equipment and ideas. The question running through my mind after completing a circumnavigation of Vancouver Island in 2014 was where to go next? We had previously been through the Panama Canal to the US East Coast, with a side trip to Galapagos, and made several trips to Alaska from our base near Seattle. In 2013 we had braved the notorious Gulf of Alaska to spend a month in wonderful Prince William Sound. I am drawn to wild and remote places and prefer to cruise to destinations hard to reach by any other means of travel. A study of the map of areas beyond Prince William Sound revealed a host of choice destinations which fit the bill. There were the fjords on the Kenai Peninsula and Kodiak Island; Katmai on the Alaska Peninsula plus the peninsula itself. Beyond, were the Shumigan Islands, followed by the Aleutian Islands and Dutch Harbor, which would be our ultimate destination even though the Aleutian chain continued west for another 1,000 miles. We would be exposed to the open waters of the gulf but I knew we had a boat which had many times proved herself to be a capable sea boat and up to the task. Captain Chris Conklin, myself and Christine had covered many miles together so we were well prepared to take on a journey which would ul-
timately cover 5,000 nautical miles over four months. This journey ticked all the boxes!
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5000 NM to go And so, with our destination decided, we depart Vancouver Island on April 9th 2015. Our route takes us up the Inside Passage to Juneau in Southeast Alaska where we arrive ahead of the cruise ships. It is strange to see the docks empty of the leviathans that normally occupy them. The weather is good and the Gulf of Alaska gives us no trouble as we follow the rugged coast north to Prince William Sound. We revisit the delightful town of Cordova and stay a couple of weeks while awaiting the arrival of millions of birds on their annual migration to the Copper River Delta on their way north. There is noticeably less snow than during our previous visit even though we are here much earlier in the season. From here, we cross Prince William Sound before making our way down the Kenai Peninsula, famous for its rugged and scenic fjords. The highlight is a visit to Northwest Glacier where we are able to fly our drone to take pictures from a unique perspective. We venture back into the Gulf to make the open sea crossing to the town of Kodiak on the island of the same name. In this vast and rugged area, you can count the names of significant towns on the fingers of one hand. Every one of them depends almost entirely on fishing – especially salmon – for their existence. When we arrive the season has not
yet started but the harbour is abuzz with activity as commercial fishermen prepare their boats for the frenetic activity that lies ahead. The state of Alaska has taken a unique approach to management of its fisheries. All fish farms are banned and no large foreign vessels are permitted. Instead, fishing is in the hands of local fishermen and strictly controlled by quotas based on physical counts of the returning salmon. They also operate hatcheries and release the young salmon into the wild. Like Cordova, Kodiak is an interesting town full of interesting people. In 1912, it survived being buried in ash from the largest volcanic eruption in the 20th century. In 1964, a tsunami from a 9.2 earthquake wiped out downtown and the harbour and in 1989, its fishing industry was devastated by the Exxon Valdez oil spill.
Plenty of bears From Kodiak we cross the Shelikof Strait to the Alaskan Peninsula on the mainland where we visit Geographic Bay. In most of Alaska, bears are hunted and, very sensibly, flee at the sight of a human but in Geographic, they are protected and we are able to observe them in their natural habitat. We anchor deep within the recesses of the beautiful, multi-lobed bay and tour the shoreline in the tender. In a single day we observe sixteen bears who pay us little attention as they go about their daily business. As we continue down the long Alaskan pen-
Bears were everywhere, including this couple courting.
insula we see that this is a fierce land, raw and untamed. The waters may be visited by man in search of its bounty, but the land itself appears untouched and unvisited. Much of it has undoubtedly never encountered a human footstep. On almost every island, where the coast meets the sea, it is as if some cataclysmic force has sheared off the land, creating fissured and shattered cliffs 1000m high dropping sheer to the sea. In the Atlantic these cliffs would be home to millions of shrieking birds but here there is hardly a one. We turn into Castle Bay – obviously so named because of the shape of the rocks on Castle Cape. It is six miles to its head and we anchor in 20m in the northern arm of Castle Bay. Here the mountains rise almost sheer 1100m from the water in a series of jagged spires, draped with mist. The vegetation at their base is verdant green. We spot a mother bear and two cubs in the undergrowth but they are far off and never come down to the beach. The mist swirls around the peaks sometimes concealing them and, at others, partially drawing back the gauzy curtain to highlight them with shafts of sunlight. This is perhaps the most dramatic anchorage we have ever encountered.
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Weather permitting We continue down the Alaskan Peninsula to the town of Sand Point in the Shumagin Islands, named after Nikuta Shumagin, a member of Bering’s expedition, who died of scurvy and was buried here 1741. Here we wait a few days to rendezvous with George, our first guest. WWW.BOATMAGS.COM
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Weather is a major factor in areas such as this and it is always necessary to keep a few days in hand. “Weather Permitting” must be part of any plan to avoid making the mistake of putting to sea under marginal conditions simply to meet a schedule. After leaving Sand Point, we anchor in Volcano Bay, close to the end of the volcano-strewn Alaska Peninsula and where the Aleutian chain of islands begins. We expect to find shelter from the winds streaming south from the Bering Sea but, instead, find ourselves battered by 40 knot, katabatic winds which blow unabated throughout the night. In the morning, the chart plotter shows that Venture has covered significant distance as she reacts to the erratic gusts - but the anchor has not dragged. When dawn breaks, ominous and menacing clouds loom over our heads. We reach Dora Harbor on the Ikatan Peninsula mid afternoon and, although there are two fish tenders (which receive the catch from smaller boats) already at anchor in the outer section, we initially have the shallower inner section to ourselves. Shortly after we drop anchor, smaller stern pickers begin to enter the inner bay. The first comes over to welcome us and gives us a salmon even though they tell us that the season has got off to a slow start. Gradually, more boats appear and a second boat presents us with two more salmon. This keeps George busy filleting the fish. Eventually, twenty boats are
riding peacefully at their anchors making a pretty sight against the pale blue sky and green hillsides.
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Arrive at the Aleutians From Dora, we proceed west along the south coast of Unimak which is the first island in the Aleutian chain. The clouds lift to reveal a view of three of the four volcanoes on the island - Roundtop, Isanotski (also known as Ragged Jack due to its jagged summit) and Shishaldin. The latter being the most active and tallest at 2856m. Although this is a large island it lacks any good anchorages and we have a long way to go. At its western end, we turn north through Unimak Pass into the Bering Sea where we are overtaken by an 350m Cosco container ship en route for Vladivostok. A strong southerly wind whips up rough seas, especially in the gaps between Akun, Akutan and Unalga Islands. We seek refuge from the wild conditions in English Harbor - named for Captain Cook by the Russians. Cook first called here in June 1778 and again for three weeks in October of the same year when his ships were in need of major repair after his return from Barrow in the far north. Here we find ourselves in peaceful, almost pastoral, surroundings in perfect calm. The surrounding hills appear to be clothed with green velvet in the evening light. In the far distance we can see snow capped Progromni Volcano on Unimak Island.
The following morning we make our way over the remaining twenty miles to Dutch Harbor. We pass Priest Rock - a pinnacle which does indeed resemble a priest conducting prayers. On arrival in Dutch Harbor we are directed to the new and well equipped Carl E Moses marina. The power on the dock is three phase, only suitable for much larger vessels for whom this marina was obviously built. Correctly speaking, Dutch Harbor is but one of several harbors within the town of Unalaska. It is a pleasant place and very different from the impression conveyed by the TV program The Deadliest Catch. It is still early in the season and huge stacks of brand-new, refrigerated containers are waiting to be filled with salmon. Equally large stacks of crab pots are stored, awaiting the start of the king crab season in the dark and stormy days of January. We have now reached our farthest point west. From here we return east along a slightly different route. We revisit Kodiak from where we strike out across the middle of the Gulf of Alaska direct to Sitka in Southeast Alaska – a distance of 560 nm which we takes us roughly 56 hours. We reach Sitka without incident and spend a few days in the area awaiting our next guest before heading home. We still have another 600 miles to go before reaching home base where we arrive on August 10th, having covered 5,000 nm in four months. It has been a journey to remember.
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Externally the styling of the M59 looks very much the same as other versions in the Maritimo M Series range, but there are some unique differences that set it apart.
At around 9 knots the M59 has the range for a Tasman crossing.
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No lower helm means the saloon is fresh and open, providing a very social aspect to the layout. The M59 has the traditional starboard side aft galley with the island counter.
Twin Pompanette chairs look after the skipper and a guest in the very social flybridge area.
Being a semi-custom layout, you have the ability to personalise the accommodation area, such as the master stateroom.
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aritimo has been building boats now for quite a few years and has never been a company that sits back and waits for the market to react. Under the tutelage of Australian marine industry guru, Bill BarryCotter, Maritimo has been at the forefront of new and innovative designs, both in flybridge and sport sedan models. They have never been afraid of doing something different, yet at the same time have stayed reasonable mainstream in their designs. The new M59 continues to grow the M Series for Maritimo and with international sales, before the first boat was completed, it is destined to be another winner for the company. It is a boat designed to appeal to a variety of owners, from those that have a serious fishing interest to others that see the M59 as the perfect family and social cruiser. The M59, the very latest release from this leading Australian boat builder, derives a lot of its features from areas that have proven popular in other models. For example, the M59 can incorporate a lift-up boot with Euro transom or fish boat transom, the same as
the M51, M54 and M64. The main difference is with the Fishing transom the boot lid is replaced with a fully moulded one-piece transom. There’s also a dedicated central bait station with all the necessary bait and tackle prep areas, complete with live bait tank and tuna tubes. There are plenty of storage areas under the coamings for your tackle, fenders and ropes. While the Euro transom has stainless tube gates, the fishing version has solid grp doors to eliminate any water rushing into the cockpit when backing down on a fish. The Euro transom has stern seating with a teak table on S/S pedestal, with the optional tender storage below and full access to the lazarette area. The transom includes a plate freezer, provision for optional BBQ, sink and cockpit shower. While the Fish transom is popular in Australia and New Zealand, it’s the Euro transom that is favoured by European and US buyers. Maritimo offers an optional rise/fall transom lift or you can opt for a Freedom lift for external dinghy storage.
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The extra beam has meant a wider dash which can handle a trio of 22” MFDs. JUST LAUNCHED Launched at the recent Miami Boat Show in February and with its first Australian release at SCIBS, the Maritimo M59 (17.98m) fills in the gap between the M62 (19.16m) and the M54 (16.50m). It now brings the Maritimo M Series lineup to six boats, from the M51 (16.19m) through to the M70 (21.51m). While all boats share a common DNA and styling, they are very much individual inside, with layouts that reflect the different sizes. For example, while the popular M62 has two bathrooms and a day head, the M59 has just the two bathrooms, but due to the extra beam of the M59 (5.46m) compared to 5.29m for the M62, there is more accommodation space available. For example, while the M62 has upper and lower bunks in the third cabin, the M59 has slide-together singles. However, apart from the extra day head of the M62, the layout is very similar. “The additional beam has allowed us to reconfigure the boat completely and we have gained not only in the lower accommodation area but also throughout the saloon, cockpit
and flybridge”, says Maritimo Marketing & Sales Manager, Greg Haines. It’s a big little boat that intelligently answers the issues of utilising available space to the maximum benefits. The three-cabin layout features a full beam master aft and forward VIP, both with queen size berths and ensuites. As mentioned due to the extra space available there is also a starboard side guest cabin with twin berths that slide together to form another double. Both the master stateroom and forward VIP cabins have massive storage drawers, cupboards and hanging lockers, plus full height mirrors, individual air conditioning and portholes providing plenty of natural light. Overhead hatches come with flyscreens and sunshades. Noticeable is the head height and space now available in the cabins. The master stateroom has an extra large bathroom, with a mezzanine area complete
with a makeup desk and room to change, while the ensuite opposite is shared by the VIP and guest cabins, as well as doing double duty as the day head. Being a semi-custom layout, you have the ability to personalise the accommodation area. For example, the sofa in the master stateroom can be replaced with a vanity unit or even a sideboard. It’s all up to the owner to decide. Maritimo has already had requests for an exercise bike, piano and even a treadmill to be built into the M59. “We’ll consider most reasonable requests and if we can make it work in the space, we are happy to accommodate the owner”, says Greg.
PARTY UPSTAIRS The four-sided enclosed hardtop has triple sliding doors to starboard and an opening door to port, plus an electric Webasto sunroof with shade slide above. Again because of the extra beam, the ergonomic dash is broad enough to take a trio of 22” MFD screens, although some owners choice a pair of 19” MFDs and use the available space for adding other systems or displays. It is fully equipped with steering, engine controls, engine instrumentation, intermittent wiper controls, bow and stern thruster controls, trim tab controls, winch up/down controls and compass. Plus there’s even a freshwater windscreen washer and rain sensors. Twin Pompanette chairs look after the skipper and a guest, while an L shape lounge aft allows your friends to join in the party when you’re at the helm. This can also convert to
Deep bulwalks assist in a safe passage to the foredeck.
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The M59 fills in the gap between the M62 and the M54.
another reasonable large sofa bed for extra guests. A port side wet locker is equipped with everything you need to make a few cocktails and keep the beers cold. Another new feature is the lack of any windscreen mullions, which improves visibility and gives the forward screen the impression of being one large panel. If you venture out onto the Juliet deck, a stainless steel rail runs around the perimeter for your safety and there’s space for a couple of deck chairs and a fold away table. You can also have a fixed table and seating built in as an option. COMFORTABLE LIVING Like all Maritimos, the saloon and cockpit are divided with bi-fold glass doors that bring the outdoor and indoor areas together. The M59 has the traditional starboard side aft Maritimo galley with the island counter. This has proven very popular with owners. With the rear doors open, the galley is immediately accessible to the cockpit, so no need to come inside to grab a cold drink or lunch while you’re busy fishing. Standard on the M59 is high-quality Miele fittings, such as the cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and range hood and you have
a choice when it comes to bench tops (Corian or Caesarstone) and galley floorings (Rosewood with Maple or Ebony inserts or Amtico). The timber options throughout the M59 are Teak, Wenge, Myrtle or Walnut in satin or gloss finish. Gloss teak is standard. Opposite the galley, is the stainless and open teak tread staircase which leads up to the enclosed flybridge. The lockers below form an extension of the galley with an F&P draw fridge, which can we set for wine, pantry, chill or freezer. There’s also extra storage for glasses and an icemaker, plus the entertainment centre. Due to the extra beam and to also provide extra height in the owner’s stateroom, Maritimo have moved the dinette to the starboard side of the saloon and it is the first of the new Maritimo range with a full U shape lounge. You also have the option of a multi-functional table that can be set up at coffee or dining heights. No lower helm means the saloon is fresh and open, providing a very social aspect to the layout. Another bonus of the extra beam is the companionway to the accommodation area is now in the centre. I was surprised as to how much the design could benefit from just an extra 170mm (6.7”) of extra width.
NO PODS Maritimo doesn’t do pod boats and the M59 is offered with either a pair of Volvo Penta D11-725 or D13-800. Our boat ran the larger package and on the mild waters of the Broadwater, we hit just over 28 knots. Not bad for a boat that weighs in at around 30,000 kgs, wet. Cruise speed is around 2000 rpm, which gives a speed of 21 knots and a range of around 500nm. Fuel burn is 9.5 lpnm. The M59 is not where the M Series will end, with a bigger model planned in the future, plus a sedan version, S59, will be available later this year. This follows a similar trend for some other M Series flybridge models. Already the M59 has proven an international winner with the sale of the first boat to a Gold Coast client, with the next two boats sold to US-based owners and the fourth to Europe. At the time of writing #5 was staying in Australia as a stock boat, but as is the interest in the new model, by the time you read this it has probably been sold. If you equip the M59 with all the latest electronics and control systems such as thrusters and EJS, it’s a boat that is easily handled by two people.
T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N S Boat Design Name: Year Launched: Designer: Interior Designer: Builder: LOA: LOH: Beam: Draft: Displacement (Dry): Max Speed: Construction: Fuel Capacity: Water Capacity: Engines Make/HP:
Maritimo M59 2016 Maritimo Design Team Maritimo Design Team Maritimo 17.98m 17.68m 5.46m 1.22m 27,000 kg 28 knots GRP 4400 Litres 700 Litres 2 x 800hp Volvo Penta D13
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Shaft 30” x 37.5” Teinbridge Cummins Onan 17.5 kW Cruise Air Idromar Vetus Davco Muir Cheetah Simrad 22” x 3 $AU2.11M
Contact: Maritimo, Beattie Rd, Coomera, QLD 4209 Ph +61 755 886001, ghaines@maritmo.co.au, www.maritimo.com.au
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Performance Figures RPM Knots 600 6.20 700 6.95 900 8.40 1100 9.70 1300 10.65 1500 11.85 1700 16.45 1900 19.75 2100 23.75 2300 27.35 WOT 28.20
LPH 8.65 12.50 24.50 41.00 75.00 112.50 140.00 180.00 231.50 281.50 305.00
L.P.NM 1.40 1.80 2.92 4.23 7.04 9.49 8.51 9.11 9.75 10.29 10.82
Range 3408 2644 1630 1125 675 501 559 522 488 462 440
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The new 490 Grand Sedan is the second Integrity to carry the Grand Sedan name and is essentially a larger version of the 460 Grand Sedan that it replaces. Based on the same hull, the extra length provides more space in the cockpit, midships in the saloon and gets an extra bathroom between the mid and front cabin.
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one diesel engine and that’s the way Brett wants it to remain. “We get great economy and performance from a single engine, increase usable space in the boat and keep the overall purchase cost down”. The 460 Grand Sedan, was Integrity’s first semi-displacement model and was the result of clients wanting something quicker and with a little more refinement. Until then all Integrity models were based on full displacement hulls so there was a limiting factor when it came to top end speed. Underwater, the new 490 retains the same keel as the Integrity displacement models, but has been given a tweak on the aft running surfaces to feed more clear water
to the propeller and with the new semidisplacement hull form provides a gain of 6-7 knots over the displacement hull. While the 460 Grand Sedan achieved 17 knots, running a single Cummins 480hp QSB 5.9, the 490 Grand Sedan tops out around 15.5 knots with the same power. Cruise speed is around 12 knots. Engine options are either Cummins, Scania or John Deere. Part of the standard package are Quick 195kgf stern and bow thrusters, which are a real bonus when you have a boat with just one drive.
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The layout is open plan, with friendly social spaces, all on a single level, from the transom to the helm.
A FEW CHANGES The 490 Grand Sedan continues with the changes and upgrades that were all part of the 460 Grand Sedan, and like all Integrity boats, the arrangements from boat to boat vary. The Grand Sedan offers a variation on the traditional layout and provides an extra style of finish and appointments over the existing Integrity range. In the first 490 Grand Sedan, the owner has gone for a conventional interior with a nautical flair, combining finishes that are traditional yet contemporary. Like the previous 460 Grand Sedan, the layout is all open plan, with friendly social spaces, all on a single level, from the transom to the helm. One unique feature is the way that Integrity has designed all glass rear door. It’s both a conventional sliding door for easy access, as well as a large hopper window, which transforms the living spaces into one vast area. Drop the clears around the cockpit overhang and your ‘covered saloon’ area extends to over 6m long. Hot or cold weather, rain or blazing sunshine, the 490 Grand Sedan offers an exceptional expanse of protected space to entertain, relax or spend evenings away. Due to the extra length of the new 490 Grand Sedan (750mm longer than the 460 Grand Sedan), there is a more space in the cockpit. This has been utilised in the boat I was aboard, with bench seating either side,
as well as across 2/3rds of the transom. There is the option of an insulated ice box under the squabs. A dining table and a couple of free chairs took up a lot of the remaining space. However, this is all the owner’s choice and if you wanted a more open cockpit, then you can cut down on the seating. The GRP overhead cockpit cover extends through to the transom, so if you are into fishing, then the generously sized boarding platform is probably the best place to go. Centre transom is a bait station with fresh water and a storage locker under for tackle. You could modify this for a bbq or that’s something that could be built into the upper deck area. While standard is stainless cap rails, the option of using teak around the cockpit adds a nice touch.
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ENTERTAINERS GALLEY The saloon of the 490 Grand Sedan is very different from the 460 Grand Sedan it replaces and while still utilising a full-length port side galley, the extra space has meant a more refined layout. Under the exceptionally long Corian bench top are dual sinks, a trash bin, stove, microwave and Isotherm 130-litre fridge freezers. This is a real entertainers galley. Aft of the helm is an L-shape settee with a drop down table that has been specially shaped one side, so as to not interfere with folks walking past.
Big change at the helm is that in the previous model there was a bench seat (now optional) it’s been replaced with twin seats. These can be placed in the seated, standing or bolster positions. Should you need to get outside in a hurry or to assist when docking, a sliding side door gives easy access to the starboard bulwark. Another change in the 490 Grand Sedan are the bulwark heights, that have been raised so you now step out onto the same level, rather than stepping down. Twin Garmin GPSMap7416 MFD screens, take up most of the real estate on the raised helm, with a large facia looking after everything else. Our boat was equipped with a Fusion MSRA70 entertainment system, Simrad sonar, Garmin autopilot, Smartcraft gauges and more. The electronics package is your choice and the helm can be designed and configured to handle just about anything you want. TWO CABIN/TWO BATHROOM Before the arrival of the 490, the Grand Sedans all had two cabins and a single shared bathroom. The new 490 is a two cabin/twin bathroom boat, however, if you like the 490 Grand Sedan, but want three cabins, then you can order the 530 Grand Sedan, the first of which is due in late 2017. The new accommodation layout, based on the same size area as previous models now offers a stately walk-around bed in the master stateroom, with a forward guest cabin and
The 490 Grand Sedan is very different from the 460 Grand Sedan it replaces with extra space offering a more refined layout.
Centre transom is a bait station with fresh water and a storage locker under for tackle.
Twin Garmin GPSMap7416 MFD screens, take up most of the real estate on the raised helm.
Just how you finish the cabins is your choice, with a variety of timber and fabric options.
By reconfiguring the floor levels and forward bulkhead placement, the master cabin has considerably more space.
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Drop the clears around the cockpit overhang and your ‘covered saloon’ area extends to over 6m long.
two bathrooms. You have the choice of 2-4 single bunks in the forward cabin area or a queen size berth. Each cabin is well supplied with hanging lockers and storage. By reconfiguring the floor levels and forward bulkhead placement, the master cabin has considerably more space, with the queen size berth now recessed under the helm station sole. This has also allowed for a separate owner’s en-suite. The VIP cabin shares the day head, which like the master en-suite has a large shower stall, head and Granite vanity. Just how you finish the cabins is your choice, with a variety of timber and fabric options. While our boat had the very traditional teak and holly flooring, you can go for the carpet option. Each cabin has an individual air handler and both can be fitted out with TVs.
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Envoy visits Santorini & Crete Text & photos by Laurie & Diane Cranfield
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Above: Envoy refuels Envoy at Agios Nikolaos marina.
Taverna owners let us moor our RHIB behind their jetty.
Magical Santorini Diane’s sister and her husband are meeting us in Santorini (or Thira as Greeks call it), so we cruise about 25 miles southwards from Ios Island with the Meltemi wind directly behind us. Santorini is a romantic, mysterious, hugely impressive island straight out of the Greek postcards. Yes, it’s busy, but it’s a place everybody should visit once in their lifetime to enjoy breathtaking scenery, great shopping and eateries, lots of beaches to cool off at and some quieter areas to avoid the commercialism and tourist hordes. In 1440 BC it was the scene of the fifth largest volcanic eruption in history when the entire centre of the island comprising about 30 cubic kilometres blew into the sky leaving a crater some six miles long and four wide, which filled with seawater to form the present cliff-lined Caldera. Cruising into and later looking down on the Caldera we can only marvel at the size of an eruption that could cause such a crater and a series of tsunamis estimated up to 100 metres high moving at 160 km/hr, devastating Crete 60 miles away to the south and its ancient Minoan civilisation. The volcano is dormant, but its last eruption occurred in 1925, and a 7.8 Richter Scale earthquake in 1956 caused significant damage and loss of life (Christchurch’s major quake was 6.3). Jules Verne based his classic novel Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea on Santorini and some historians speculate it’s also the location of the mythical island of Atlantis, which according to ancient Greek philosopher Plato “in a single day and night of misfortune disappeared in the depths of the sea”. Santorini has notoriously poor shelter for visiting boats as the Caldera is mostly too deep for anchoring while the only marina is very crowded and not possible to book in advance. In fact, cruising guides recommend leaving your boat in Ios Island’s marina and catching a ferry across. We anchor off a rocky foreshore called Akrotiri Beach which was well-sheltered on a previous visit, but with the Meltemi blowing for so long, swell remnants find their way here and even with our flopper133
stoppers deployed we roll around a bit too much for comfort. Ashore is an excellent taverna with amazingly friendly owners and staff, who allow us to moor our RHIB in their tiny sheltered harbour and generously give us a bag of fresh fruit and vegetables from their garden as well as providing fresh water for Envoy’s tanks. When we take a bus to a small supermarket several kilometres inland the friendly owner transports us back in an old ute with the three of us and his friendly family dog jammed into the front bench seat. After a few days another cruiser tells us that Captain John’s Restaurant at Ormos Ay Nikolau on nearby Thirasia Island provides free moorings, so not wanting to roll around at anchor any longer we head there to find a delightful bay with little wind and a flat calm sea. Two friendly restaurant staff in their dinghy help us moor Envoy’s bow and stern to buoys just a few metres from shore, the water being very deep. The best way of securing a line to a buoy is to pass the line through the buoy’s holding point (usually a loop of heavy line under the buoy attached directly to its mooring chain) and make both ends fast aboard your vessel. Then you can easily remove your line without having to leave your boat. These guys tied the end of our line to the buoy’s holding point making it impossible to remove except from a dinghy and although I intended to correct this later we had to hurry to catch a ferry across to the main island. A few days later we make an early morning start to cruise to northern Crete, but now the wind has increased to about 15 knots on our beam and the additional strain on our mooring lines makes it difficult to untie their knots. We retrieve the bow line by looping a second line to take the strain while we remove the original line, but the stern line is secured to a smaller buoy which has been pulled underwater by the strain. Not wanting to delay our departure I have to cut the line as close as possible to the knot, losing some line in the process and learning a useful lesson about getting mooring lines deployed correctly in the first place. WWW.BOATMAGS.COM
Taverna staff supply Envoy with fresh water.
Locals call Spinalongas The Island of the Living Dead.
Santorini has a dramatic landscape.
The island of the living dead After a cruise of about 65 miles taking 12 hours in exceptional conditions and seeing only a few ships on the horizon along the way, we anchor in the fascinating lagoon of Ormos Spinalongas in north-east Crete. This is a perfectly sheltered bay measuring about two miles long by half a mile wide with very shallow depths ranging from about three to eight metres. Its entrance is protected by the island of Nisos Spinalongas though the steep surrounding hills regularly produce strong katabatic winds lifting sheets of spray and creating a small but lively chop. The small shoreside villages of Plaka and Elounda are interesting to wander around and good for obtaining supplies. Apart from several tranquil anchorages, Ormos Spinalongas’s highlight is the island with its 1579 Venetian castle, which withstood a 25-year siege by Turkish invaders in the 16th century. Eventually, the Venetian and Genoan defenders were allowed to leave while about six hundred Cretan co-defenders were enslaved. This castle represents an interesting example of how several protective walls were commonly built so that defenders could progressively retreat to the higher protected ground if walls were breached. In 1903 the island became an infamous leper colony where Greek lepers from all strata’s of society were rounded up by the police and forced to live until it closed in 1957 soon after treatments for leprosy became available. Lepers were originally left isolated in appalling conditions and there are many PACIFIC PASSAGEMAKER ANNUAL 2017
touching stories of lepers helping each other as well as nurses, a priest and a doctor assisting them while ignoring the risk of contracting the disease. Despite their hardships, the lepers provided for themselves by cultivating the land and fishing. Some even fell in love, married and had children. Our enthusiastic guide shows us a macabre old stone building where a deep pit contains bones of the dead and their skulls are stacked on shelves around the walls - it’s often worth paying a guide (in this case 30 Euros – about $50) to get a full understanding of what you’re seeing. Called by locals the Island of the Living Dead, Nisos Spinalongas is eerie and at night radiates an unusual luminescent glow. It’s just a short cruise from Spinalongas to Agios Nikolaos marina where we’re leaving Envoy for a few days to do some inland touring by car. This is the furthermost point we’ll be from our home base at Lefkas and a road tanker provides 1,500 litres of diesel costing 1.10 Euros (about NZ$1.83) per litre. This quantity of fuel covers a lot of miles at our average consumption of 6-8 litres per hour. We spend a day visiting some inland mountain villages and the Lasithi Plateau – an extremely fertile large green plain surprisingly located 900 metres up in the hills where all manner of produce is grown. Water for cultivation used to be lifted from bores using windmills, in fact about 7,000 were constructed during the 17th century, some still used today. The villages are exactly as you might picture them – narrow winding streets where a 134
car has to pull over to let an oncoming car through, ancient rustic buildings in poor states of repair with peeling paint, old men with waistcoats and moustaches sitting outside small tavernas looking up with interest as our car passes and elderly hunched women dressed in black. Next day we drive to Mochlos, a fishing village turned swimming beach surrounded by tavernas but retaining a large measure of natural charm, tranquillity and character. There are few sheltered areas where cruising boats can anchor on Crete’s north coast because the consistent northerly Meltemi wind blows generates a one to two-metre swell. This coastline is about 140 miles from east to west with only about six harbours or marinas and five most weather anchorages along its entire length. From Agios Nikolaos we cruise west for about seven hours in a 20-knot headwind, choppy seas and easterly current reducing our speed to about 4.8 knots, dropping anchor at the island of Nisos Dhia, correctly described as “bleak” in the cruising guide though two south-facing bays offer reasonable shelter.
Cruising to historic Soudha Bay It’s great to visit destinations we missed during 2010 and we find one in Agia Pelagia – a spectacular beach in a great setting though ridiculously crowded ashore. We’re the only boat anchored but like other popular beaches here high-powered sports boats towing skiers and banana boats are a constant irritation. Fortunately, they only operate from about midday to 1700 and the
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Bowthrusters rest of the time is peaceful. It’s difficult to find a place to put our RHIB when we venture ashore, but a fisherman kindly offers us a place alongside his boat and helps us moor. The taverna owners tell us the tourists are mainly Greeks on package tours and don’t have much money to spend, with the austerity measures currently in force. A 25 year-old nurse tells us she’d changed her job to waitressing as her nurse’s wages had reduced to an extremely low 400 Euros (about NZ$670) per month while her plumber husband only gets paid when his employer can afford it. Next day we move further west to the small town of Ormos Bali where often too much swell prevents anchoring, but this time we find it calm and with no sports boat activity – bliss! Later we have dinner ashore to the sound of live Greek music and a display of traditional dancing. One of our favourite destinations is Ormos Milati on the northern side of the mouth of famous Soudha Bay and although it’s one of the best anchorages on the coast we’re the only boat anchored here. Ashore are excellent sandy beaches with crystal clear water, although in typical Greek style large portions of the beach are covered with deck chairs and umbrellas and the shoreline is ringed with tavernas. Soudha Bay is a four-mile-long sheltered inlet running east-west containing the town of Soudha and a NATO naval base where we see several warships including a submarine. Tight security reigns here with heavily armed patrol boats guarding
the ships. At one stage we approach too closely and a patrol boat roars over with lights flashing and siren sounding instructing us to move further away. During WW2 the Allies suffered a heavy loss of ships in Soudha Bay to German bombers. In a wonderful setting at the head of the bay is a superbly maintained Allied war cemetery containing the graves of 446 young New Zealanders who died during the German invasion of Crete. Although the battle was lost a big contribution to the war effort was made because the German paratroops were so decimated that Hitler never used them again. Also, the heavy German casualties delayed the invasion of Russia resulting in the freezing Russian winter contributing to the eventual annihilation and capture of the German forces at Stalingrad – a critical turning point in WW2. We also visit the German War Cemetery at Maleme, the scene of some of the fiercest fighting of the Battle of Crete. The hillside was held by New Zealanders who were decimating the German paratroopers on the airfield below until German aircraft arrived and wiped out most of the Kiwis. The remains of 4,460 young Germans are buried here and it’s typical of Cretan generosity that despite appalling German wartime atrocities to civilians they donated the land for the cemetery. PMB’s next issue sees Envoy continue exploring Crete. Access more detailed and current information from Envoy’s blog: www.envoyinthemed.blogspot.com 135
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CAPABLE WHILE THE MARLOW 53 E WAS RELEASED OVER TWO YEARS AGO, WITH OVER 20 SOLD WORLDWIDE, THE BOAT I WAS ABOARD WAS THE FIRST OF THIS MODEL IN AUSTRALIA. BEING MARKETED BY MARLOW’S NSW & QUEENSLAND AGENT, PACIFIC MOTOR YACHTS, THE 53E IS A BEAUTIFUL EXAMPLE OF A PILOTHOUSE MOTOR YACHT. Text by Barry Thompson
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It has been over ten years since I have been aboard a Marlow and while from the outside I could see the new 53E is still very much stamped with that recognisable Marlow look, the interior has certainly changed. While still depicting a very traditional pilothouse arrangement with, Portuguese bridge, wheelhouse and galley forward on a raised platform, with a large spacious lower saloon aft, the new 53E offers a whole lot more. David Ratcliffe, MD of Explorer Marine Australia, the importer for the Marlow range says that the big changes are in the volume of the boat. “Compared to the 70E you reviewed, the latest 53E has more space, especially in the accommodation areas”. First glance it was hard to appreciate, but when I went back to the review I did in Pacific MotorYacht in Nov 2006, it was very evident. Although the 57E has a beam of 5.26m and the 70E is wider at 5.60m, it’s the way space has been utilised that makes the difference. Marlow has worked their magic on the design and layout of the accommodation to achieve a very efficient layout.
The 53E has the traditional Portuguese bridge
The working end of the boat, with a large central helm, lounger and galley all in the pilothouse.
THREE CABINS A wide starboard side companionway leads down to the three cabins; a forward VIP, port side guest with twin bunks and full beam master stateroom aft. The two guest cabins share a common bathroom, while the master has it’s own en-suite. The VIP has a queen bed with twin cedar-lined hanging lockers and a private entry door to the head. This head has a full glass enclosed shower and a glass fronted locker for linen. Like the rest of the boat, the layout of the accommodation areas is owner driven. Our boat came with an athwarthships queen bed in the master stateroom, with hanging lockers and bureaus of drawers hull-side all around for storage. A bulkhead door leads through to a utility room, which also houses the washer/dryer, another freezer and gives easy access through to the engine room. Again this is optional and other arrangements for internal engine room access are available. You can even turn the space into a full width his/hers bathroom. It’s totally up to you. One benefit of the internal access is if you are doing a lot of passage making you don’t have to go outside the boat to get to the engine room. OPTIONAL LAYOUTS Essentially the 49E and the 53E are the same boats, with the differences been that both the cockpit and saloon are longer in the 53E. Marlow doesn’t restrict you to a one layout design policy and there are a lot of individual aspects of every boat they build. In fact probably no two are ever the same. The lower saloon is particularly open to change, with the choice of cabinetry and lounging areas real owner specific. Icemakers, TVs, drink cabinets are all optional. I particularly love the big frameless side windows, which pour in the natural light and are at the right
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While traditional teak timber is popular there are other choices including Maple.
The lower saloon is open to change, with the choice of cabinetry and lounging areas the owner’s option.
Our boat came with an athwarthships queen bed in the master stateroom.
The port side guest cab can be configured with a twin or single berths.
The VIP has a queen bed with twin cedar-lined lockers and a private entry door to the head. height for sneaking a look around the bay when at anchor. They have timber blinds when you want some privacy or to keep the sun out. While traditional teak and holly are used on the sole of the boat I reviewed, you can change this to carpet and while we had a long lounger down the starboard side with a coffee table and ottomans, you can start with a clean sheet of paper and design exactly what you want. Timber in this area is all teak, with a lighter Maple used in the accommodation areas. One aspect of this particular boat that Radcliffe incorporated was to open up the forward bulkhead between the pilothouse and saloon. This takes away that closed in feeling that solid bulkheads portray and it means there are good sightlines from the helm to the transom. An interesting aspect of the construction of the 53E that Marlow utilises is the unique airframe design philosophy and technology provides an extremely low overall height and centre of gravity, while still providing exceptional headroom. As soon as you move up to the pilothouse, you get the feeling of being in a passage
maker and there is an air of professionalism about the layout. In fact the Marlow 53E is Ocean Category A rated, so it’s been officially approved to do the business! The Marlow 53E is a boat that you can quite comfortably cross oceans in and a trip across the Tasman, to the Pacific Islands or PNG, which might well be considered by the first owner of this boat. Flush articulating doors either side give you immediate access to the side decks without having to go out through the saloon and cockpit. If you are short handed and need to assist someone with lines or anchoring, these can be a real bonus. The lower helm, ahead of the single Stidd chair, can be equipped with your choice of electronics, such as the pair of glass screen Raymarine 17” MFDs aboard our boat. These are flanked by all the electronics, switches and navigational requirements you require in a serious vessel such as the Marlow 53E. Overhead is a mimic board with warning display of all systems. The U shape composite surface galley to starboard aft features all the amenities needed for your gourmet dining. There is a full-size double door fridge/freezer, a Miele 139
oven, with microwave function among the many cooking options and lots of overhead storage cabinetry. Opposite is the dinette that’s available with a variety of table shapes and sizes and in fixed or drop down mode. This is the main dining area, with comfortable seating for conversation or dining. If you go for the 53E Command Helm, with a fully enclosed bridge, the lower helm goes and is usually replaced by a lot more seating and cupboards. A port side stairway leads up to the open flybridge, where there’s a second helm station, with twin Stidd helm chairs, an L shape lounge and entertaining area, complete with bbq, wet bar, fridge and icemaker. You can use the aft deck to stow the tender and there’s provision for a crane. Our boat had the rise/fall platform for the tender stowage rather than the crane, so this area was left open. Soft clears clip around three sides of the hardtop, but if you want to be fully enclosed, then there is always the Command Bridge option. An external ladder gives access to the cockpit, where you find a bench seat across the transom with a bench seat and table. This is flanked either side with walkthroughs WWW.BOATMAGS.COM
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to the boarding platform and rise/fall extension. Overall this makes the boat 17.98m overall. A storage cabinet and auxiliary helm are on the starboard bulkhead wall. Clear solid doors either side deflect any rain or wind coming down the bulwarks and help make the large cockpit another exceptional social area. ENGINE CHOICES There is a wide selection of engine options for the 53E, from a pair of Cummins QSC 600s, through to 825hp Fiats. While Caterpillar 8.7 650 AC ERT and John Deere 6135SFM 750s are also available, Radcliffe chose a pair of Cummins QSM11 @ 715 hp. This gives a maximum speed of around 23 knots and 19 knots with the smallest engines. The introduction of the new Marlow Explorer 53 in 2016, has brought a more fuel efficient vessel due to the enhanced beam to length ratio and underwater design. The Marlow 53 comes with twin strut keels, which are designed to protect the running gear, props and rudders from groundings and collisions with debris. The bonus PACIFIC PASSAGEMAKER ANNUAL 2017
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there were more than a few pearls of general wisdom that I thought owners would find useful and interesting.
What is freshwater, drinking water, potable water, TDS, ppm, etc.? Potable water simply refers to water that is safe to drink, and the World Health Organization says that water with a total dissolved solids (TDS) concentration of 1000 parts per million (ppm) or lower is acceptable, and that anything below 600 ppm is “good” drinking water. TDS are the salts and small amounts of organic matter dissolved in seawater, which can range from about 32,000 ppm at the lower end to 38,000 ppm at the higher end depending where you’re at on the globe – 35,000 ppm is considered average (an easy way to think of ppm is as a percentage, so average seawater is about 3.5% salt and other dissolved solids, and “good” drinking water is only 0.06% salt).
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Will I die if I drink seawater? For sure if you drink enough 35,000 ppm seawater. While the human body requires salt to function and survive, it just can’t metabolise massive amounts of salt, which can lead to dehydration, seizures, unconsciousness and brain damage – and at the extreme, kidney failure and death. Obviously an accidental swallow or two while splashing around is nothing to worry about, and there’s no real danger from drinking water with 1000 ppm, even though the taste might not be that great (water over 500-600 ppm can have an alkaline taste, and at 1500 ppm can taste like weak alka-seltzer – the really salty taste we equate with seawater isn’t noticeable until about 4000 ppm). In fact, in 1958 the World Health Organization had set the limit for potable water at 1500 ppm, but it changed to the lesser figure of 1000 ppm in 1984 based on taste considerations.
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So I don’t need a UV purifier if I have watermaker? Even though the water leaving an RO unit should be free of any biological contamination, the same can’t be said for the water once it comes in contact with a water tank that is frequently filled with tap water from the dock – so a UV purifier is still a good idea. UV purifiers expose freshwater leaving the tank to UV-C ultraviolet light (sometimes called germicidal UV) that effectively sterilises the water by killing viruses, bacteria and any other biological contamination.
The UV unit should be installed downstream of the freshwater pump, not at the outlet of the watermaker, which is an error sometimes found aboard. Also, it’s important to match the flow rate capacity of the UV purifier with the system flow rate – too much flow and the exposure time to the UV light might not be long enough to completely sterilise the water. A UV light on the water supplied from the storage tank to the vessel’s faucet’s is a good addition.
What factors will affect the performance of my watermaker? The biggest are water temperature and salinity. As the temperature and salinity change, the osmotic pressure, or the amount of pressure required to reverse the process of osmosis, changes as well. This means that the pressure required to produce the same amount of water changes, and the product water quality is similarly affected. Different types of watermakers work on different operating principles which can affect the performance of a watermaker.
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The compact Katadyn 40E has the advantage of having a manually operated option. Some operate on a “constant pressure” basis. This means that you turn the watermaker on, and dial the pressure to the factory specifications, and your watermaker’s performance will vary based on conditions. Other types, operate on a “constant output” basis. This means that as the water conditions change around you, the system will produce the same amount of product water, but the power consumed to produce that water varies accordingly.
So how can I tell if my watermaker is working right if the product water is always changing depending on where I’m at? Most brands that produce Constant Pressure type systems, supply a temperaturecorrection factor chart in the owner’s manuals to help operators determine whether their watermakers are working properly depending on seawater temperature. An owner with a 3000 litre per day (125 litres per hour) unit visiting Anchorage, Alaska in April might be going nuts because he’s only making 40 lph – that’s less than half the rated production rate. However, seawater at 34°F gets a correction factor of 3.47, which brings the corrected figure up to 139 lph (40
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How important is freshwater flushing? Allowing stagnant seawater to sit inside a watermaker for even a few days will invite bacterial and biological growth, which can foul and clog membranes and, depending on the severity, seriously hinder performance. Freshwater flushing of the unit is the prime way to combat this, and many watermakers even include automatic timed 146
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flushing sequences. Typically a carbon filter is provided to remove chlorine from the freshwater before it is put through the RO filters, pumps and membranes. Just about all tap water from a dock is going to contain chlorine, and chlorine is very bad for the RO membranes (and exposing membranes to chlorinated water can void an RO unit warranty). So it’s important for owner’s to ensure their carbon freshwater flushing filters are changed as indicated.
Is this the same as membrane cleaning? NO! Freshwater flushing simply flushes all the seawater out of the unit. Membrane cleaning, probably better to call it chemical cleaning, is a process where chemicals are introduced into the system and allowed to circulate in a closed loop to remove oil, grease, biological matter, grime and scale from the membranes and other parts of the system. Chemical cleaning should be preformed if the RO unit production drops below 80% of rated production (corrected for temperature, of course), or product water quality declines below WHO standards. It is important to note here, that while membranes can be cleaned, every time you chemical clean your membrane you will actually shorten its life a little, so it is extremely important to fresh water
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flush you watermaker as per the manufactures recommendations. This will extend the life of your membrane, giving you maximum water for your $ over the life of the machine.
Do I need an engineering degree to run and fix these machines? Generally speaking, watermakers are fairly simple and straightforward devices to install, operate and maintain. Although some manufacturers prefer to make their machines so complicated that you need to plug in a lap top to diagnose an issue. However, because there are so many factors that can affect their performance, it can be confusing to know whether the unit is working properly given the circumstances or whether there is a legitimate mechanical or electrical issue that needs to be addressed. One thing to note is that the vast majority of watermaker failures are with the electronics and sensors installed, rather than a mechanical failure of a pump or membrane. It is all the add on’s that fail rather than the actual water making equipment. The owner’s manuals that come with these units do provide a bounty of information and troubleshooting tips, so familiarisation here is well worth the effort. And there are plenty rules of thumb, like if the water doesn’t taste like alkali or salt but your ppm meter is reading high, you might have a faulty ppm sensor. Or, a freshwater flush is the best way to push air out of the system after a filter change. Or, like a diesel engine, the more often you use an RO maker the longer it will last. A plentiful source of freshwater is key to a good boating experience, which makes having a properly functioning watermaker an absolute must. Even though there is a learning curve and some complexity involved, these machines are actually well within the capability of owner/operators in terms of operation and maintenance – and help is always available through manuals and ever-ready tech support.
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