Fantasic four and their fifth member, Ferretti 800
Innovation is the key word which has always distinguished Ferretti yachts. Over the years, innovation within the spheres of technology, design and style has enabled the Ferretti brand to become one of the most representative on the market, not only in the nautical industry, but more generally as an Italian-made product worldwide. Innovation, combined with a classical-contemporary design able to encourage change in the sector and is destined to influence its future trends.
Search the seas in the Sunseeker 105 Yacht – Tribute
At World Sports Boats, we decided to do a tribute to a yacht that set a precedent and a benchmark for a historic British boat builder. The year is 2001, and Sunseeker International has leapt into the unknown with the launch of the Sunseeker 105 Yacht, their first step into the world of 100ft plus yacht market. With innovation in materials and technology, plus a top speed of 32 knots, the 105 was firmly set to take on the best.
Under Seige with the Prestige 39
Designed by V. Garroni, the Prestige 39 holds her own while featuring the design elements and innovation, the comfort onboard and the seaworthiness that have forged the success of the Prestige line.
The new Prestige 39 is distinguished among 12-metre motor yachts by two significant design innovations: a saloon with a large panoramic view of the sea and an ergonomic cockpit.
With its large glass surfaces, the spacious saloon affords abundant bright natural light and a 360º view of the sea. The new-generation flybridge will surprise you with its dimensions and architecture, including an ergonomically designed steering station, a vast cockpit with a dining area, an integrated sofa, and a sundeck well shielded from view and wind.
Design elements such as these make this flybridge a new Prestige signature model. The Prestige 39 boasts a new hull design by Michael Peters to guarantee excellent seakeeping and the comfort of all onboard.
New for 2010 the Jeanneau Prestige 39 Flybridge offers 4 berths in 2 cabins plus 2 separate toilet/shower compartments. With her “opening on the sea” design concept, perfectly composed flybridge and 2 cabins with private head and shower compartments, she features a resolutely innovative approach to comfort.
For these reasons, the Prestige 39 will quickly become the head of her class, setting an example as the most comfortable and luxurious flybridge for motor yachts under 40 feet on the market.
Thats wind burn not sun burn in the Sunseeker XS Sport
The Sunseeker XS Sport has been around for a while now, however, it still sets a market-leading bench mark as a top performer and does not shy away from the newcomers such as the Fearless 28 from our previous review or for that matter other competitors challengers in this market place.
Originally named the XS 2000 the XS has been tweaked over the years to become a bench setter within the extremely fast sports boat market, it is available as the 2000 or sport variants.
The Sunseeker XS Sport comes with the option of twin 370hp or 440hp Yanmars. The 440hp set-up married to the ZF Trimax surface drives with two-speed transmissions make the boat very easy to manoeuvre (1.3:1 ratio in low gear, 1:1 in high) and would be our choice here, giving the XS a blistering top speed of over 70 mph.
The XS sports entire hull and deck is cored with balsa and reinforced with Kevlar skins. The XS walk-through cockpit leads to a 5-seat configuration plus a sun lounging area aft, race-styled helm features well-laid-out instruments with a radio and CD remote control system.
The XS is not for the faint-hearted, it is an outright extreme sports boat and for those who love speed this will be right up your street and of course, those who want to give their passengers a ride they won’t forget.
Two deck configurations are offered by Sunseeker, the XS 2000 comes as a closed forward deck while the XS Sport has a walk-around console open forward deck, both models will guarantee a pace that sets the adrenaline raging.
Dont save money, bank it in the Grand Banks 46 Eastbay SX
Since 1956, Grand Banks Yachts, Ltd. has built yachts of superior quality that have become industry hallmarks and earned a loyal following around the world. Renowned for their handmade craftsmanship, distinctive good looks, and tried and true all-weather capabilities,
Grand Banks Yachts celebrated the international debut of its new 46 Eastbay SX here today at the 2010 Eurasia Boat Show. Like many of its new models, the 46SX combines timeless nautical styling with new and innovative technologies, a combination that has won strong acclaim for the company in markets around the world.
Chief among those new technologies is the Zeus propulsion system from Cummins MerCruiser Diesel. With joystick docking control, reduced noise and emissions, superior manoeuvrability, and improved fuel efficiency, the twin Zeus pod drives deftly complement the powerful performance of the Eastbay Series.
In factory sea trials with standard twin 600-horsepower diesels, the 46SX has reached top speeds of well over 30 knots.
The 46SX is the second Grand Banks to offer Zeus pod drives, after the trawler-styled 41 Heritage EU that launched in 2008. Like the 41EU, this new Eastbay was designed to take full advantage of the Zeus system and its compact footprint to open up more room for accommodations.
As a result, owners can opt for a two- or even three-cabin layout in the 46SX, a noteworthy feature for a vessel of this size. “All three are honest-to-goodness cabins, not glorified lockers with a berth laid on”, said Neil McCurdy, Vice President of Sales and Service for Grand Banks.
“There’s even a utility room down below for added storage, plus the option to add a washer-dryer unit or a refrigerator-freezer. I think owners will be delighted with every single aspect of this new Eastbay.”
The 46SX continues the stylish evolution that other recent models have brought to the Eastbay Series. Owners can choose from a standard galley-down layout, or a unique galley-up version that maintains plenty of seating in the salon.
Class-leading amenities include standard Stidd helm seats, granite countertops, and handcrafted teak throughout. With an optional power sunroof and a standard aft salon window that disappears at the touch of a button, the bright and airy salon opens gracefully to the aft cockpit ,where built-in seating and hand-laid teak add to the comfort and luxury.
One feature that has not changed on the new 46SX is its hull design. Like all previous models in the series, this newest Eastbay uses the same C.R. Hunt Associates-designed hull that has won broad acclaim for its solid, seaworthy handling.
“We have devoted considerable time and research to making the new 46SX a top performer in all respects, from handling and speed to reliability and seaworthiness, style and comfort,” said McCurdy. “We’ve been very impressed by the Zeus drive performance in our 41EU, and are excited to bring it now to the Eastbay Series. It opened up all kinds of opportunities to make this an ideal boat for both new and current Grand Banks owners.”
No chimney sweeper needed with the new Broom 425 aft cabin
Broom has introduced the latest addition to their range of luxury cruising motor yachts, the Broom 425 aft cabin. The design incorporates many new features that have been recently developed across the range, plus new ideas created by Naval architect, Andrew Wolstenholme and our in-house design team headed up by Lucinda Westley.
The exterior has our latest concept in styling and incorporates steps on both sides of the transom, which have proved to be so successful on the Broom 450 and Broom 365. The design makes use of frameless windows and the latest techniques of bonding the windows to the superstructure.
The interior provides for a really superior guest cabin with a large shower and toilet compartment. The berth can be easily converted from twins to a double.
The spacious deck/ saloon has corner seating and a table to the port side, with chairs being made portable to provide two comfortable dining seats at the main table. Alternatively, owners can choose the dinette layout, which incorporates an additional seating area adjacent to and on the same level as the galley.
Hull design and Construction
The mouldings are of excellent quality and are produced using hand-laid chopped strand mat and woven rovings in Lloyds approved isopthalic gel coat and resin, over double brushed isopthalic gel coat, all but eliminating the risk of osmosis. Substantial transverse and longitudinal stringers are incorporated throughout the hull for strength. The hull and deck joint is both riveted and bonded.
Deck Layout
The layout provides an easy-to-use boat when either passing through locks, low bridges, or just mooring up, yet also provides comfort and safety when cruising offshore. A major feature of the 425 is the easy and safe access from both sides of the transom with more than adequate safety rails and handholds. The large aft deck area has a door at the aft end for added security. There is also a large dinette seating area with a table for outside dining. Teak-type decking on the bathing platform and deck steps is provided as standard, together with a boarding ladder.
Command Position
Ergonomically well laid out, the console design permits ease of monitoring the engine systems and navigation equipment, together with an excellent view. Weather protection is provided by the large windscreen. A two-part hood protects the cockpit area and helmstation.
Galley
The galley is an easy-to-use work area, complete with a stainless steel sink unit with a hot and cold water mixer tap. Three-burner hob unit with extractor fan, oven and grill. Electric refrigerator. Crockery stowage and cupboards. Cutlery drawer. Easy clean work surfaces. A washer/ dryer is provided as standard in the galley hallway, which is directly opposite the galley. Storage cupboards are provided above the washer/ dryer and a drawer below. On the dinette version, the washer/ dryer is located in the aft hallway.
Saloon
The spacious saloon has corner seating and a table to portside, with chairs being made portable to provide two comfortable dining seats at the main table. Opposite the settee is an attractive sideboard with cabinets, and provision for a T.V. Opening windows are provided in the saloon.
Upholstery & Interior Fabrics
The choice of materials is very flexible to meet owner’s requirements. Externally, vinyl covering is a standard material in a single colour with piping. Internally, the owner is free to choose from the range of materials offered by our interior designers.
Forward Guest Cabin
The forward guest cabin in the 425 is really superior, with a large shower and toilet compartment. The berth can easily be converted from twins to a double (please note the double berth illustrated in the photograph). Roof and individual reading lights. Escape/ ventilation hatch in the roof.
Forward Head
The forward guest cabin in the 425 is really superior, with a large shower and toilet compartment. The berth can easily be converted from twins to a double (please note the double berth illustrated in the photograph). Roof and individual reading lights. Escape/ ventilation hatch in the roof.
Aft Master Cabin
The aft cabin is a unique feature of the Broom range, and the 425 is no exception. There is a large double berth, spacious wardrobes, ample drawer space and full headroom. Transom-mounted windows give plenty of light and also provide a means of escape. Opening windows.
Aft Master Head
Complete with a sea toilet, moulded wash basin and vanity unit with a cupboard and mirror. Mixer tap for hot and cold water supply. 240 volt shaving point. Towel rail and toilet paper holder, plus toothbrush and glass holder.
The 425 is available with a single or double diesel installation, giving speeds between 18 and 25 knots, perfect for cruising in comfort over long distances. The Broom range has been steadily growing; the addition of the 425 aft cabin is a good fit between the 395 and 450, providing Broom with a competitive lineup in the under 55ft market.
Mercury rising in the Sunseeker Predator 60
Poole-based boatbuilder Sunseeker have been riding the crest of the wave this past decade with an influx of millionaires moving into the Sandbanks area. Sunseeker, which is located just around the corner, is well placed to offer these millionaires the luxurious play toys for the water to match their play toy houses on the Sandbanks.
Sunseeker products have grown in size and numbers, and one of the latest creations comes in the form of the Sunseeker Predator 6,0 which made its debut at this year’s Boot Düsseldorf show.
From the outside, the Predator 60 fits with its family’s design and styling attributes, large highly racked front windscreen with half-curved side windows give the vision of performance to the top deck and cockpit area coupled with the large slanted rectangular master bedroom windows carved into both sides of the lower back third of the hull gives the Predator 60 a stand out value in the crowd.
Sunseeker provides semi-custom layouts for their boats at the lower end of the scale, which the Predator 60 is part of, and comes with 3 spacious cabins that accommodate 6 people plus an extra crew member if required. The Predator 60 is fully air-conditioned in the cabins with reserve cycle heating during colder weather.
As you would expect from any boat of this size and cost, entertainment is paramount, and Sunseeker has excelled with a complete entertainment system that includes built-in radios, flat-screen TVs with matching DVD and CD players and a comprehensive surround sound system.
The Predator 60′ is equipped with a retractable roof, so when entertaining night or day guest can experience views of the sea or sky while sitting on its double helm seat or navigation seat.
Predator 60′ is well equipped with the latest in electronic navigation and helm aides, radar, a Ritchie high-speed compass, walnut fascia and a leather rimmed steering wheel. The predator boasts hydraulic trim tabs and steering for easier and smoother use, plus a remote-controlled helm searchlight coupled with bow docking lights for easier mooring at night.
The Predator 60 is available in open and hardtop versions. Either accentuates the clever cockpit detailing, which includes an off-centre sunpad, permitting a wide starboard stairway up from the bathing platform while retaining a cunning stairway straight to the port side deck.
The sun pad’s lip extends aft-wards over the stern garage door, effectively providing additional length on deck. Meanwhile, on the foredeck, sun loungers benefit from neatly hinged backrests for increased comfort and better all-around viewing.
The cockpit and its seating arrangement provide ample space for entertaining guests, relaxing during ongoing sea voyages, or simply anchored up for a spot of lunch and is serviced by the large, well-equipped wet bar.
Below decks, the saloon and all three guest cabins each feature their own flatscreen TVs and AV systems set in a choice of highly contemporary designs that can be enhanced with a further choice of bold lacquers, bright grains and highlights or softened with more conventional finishing.
The general arrangement of the VIP suite forward, master suite aft and twin bed cabin to port radiate from the central saloon. The fully equipped open-plan galley includes an electric refrigerator, freezer and microwave/grill, a ceramic hob and ample stowage.
The Predator 60 can top speeds up to 42 knots and can cruise at speeds of 28 knots, depending on engine and drive choice. The aft garage is capable of housing a tender, which can be easily launched and retrieved from the bathing platform.
The Sunseeker Predator 60 fits beautifully within the Predator range between the 54 and 64 alike and is a very versatile and comfortable cruiser capable of giving you a thrill if you need one with its hidden performance. We are sure that the Predator 60 will become a common sight in the coming years on the English Riviera, no doubt.
Don’t let the sun go down in the Sea Ray 450 Sundancer
Sea Ray has introduced 14 new models in the past two years alone. This explains how the world’s most respected boat builder stays on top, by keeping its fleet constantly evolving and improving. It also explains why boat buyers repeatedly turn to Sea Ray for the industry’s latest technologies and freshest designs.
Bayonets raised to the Baia 78 Atlantica
From 1961 Baia have been a manufacturer of sea going vessels and here we have their one of their master pieces in the award winning Baia 78 Atlantica.
Baia have been a leader in design innovation such as removable hard tops and first for using the Arneson surface drive system coupled with seemingly timeless exterior design.
Being of Italian origin you will immediately see the form governs function when you step aboard, the modern teak decking leads your eyes through the entertainment area of the cockpit and draws your eyes directly to the ultra modern patio door opening system that when opened brings together a beautifully open planed cockpit and saloon perfect for guest party evenings.
There is a convertible sunbed and central located C-shaped settee in the aft cockpit area on entering the saloon through the patio doors you will find an L shaped lounge suite and bar area, further forward you will see the dual helm position located to starboard.
The whole saloon area is beautifully layout with large accommodating windows either side to extract as much natural light into the area and equally good viewing from within when cruising.
Stepping below will bring you to the galley room layout, here you will find a modern crafted cooking area with a metallic feel with an optional area for entertaining if required.
The Master cabin in located mid-ship and is beautifully crafted in light tanned materials and high gloss wood finish, with a spacious en-suite bathroom featuring separated shower.
VIP cabin is located forward and crafted in a similar look and feel to the Master cabin and has a personal en-suite. There is another double berth guest cabin with en-suite head and the crew cabin is located mid-ship and has two bunk berths and a private head.
However as you would expect from vessels of this size there are multi options for layouts and furnishing materials throughout the Baia 78 allowing you to build that personal touch to your craft.
The Baia 78 can be supplied with engines options from MTU, our choice would be the MTU 16V 2000 M93 – 2430 Cv. X 2 Arneson Drive ASD 15 which give the Baia 78 an unrivalled performance for her size, she will hit a top speed just short of 50knots that says a lot for the design of her hull and the set up of those Arneson surface driven propeller system.
Baia have produced a winning formula in the 78 Atlantica, her sleek modern lines beautifully crafted interiors and innovative touches such as the disappearing patio doors place the Baia firmly within top ranks of sports cruiser manufacturers, add this to her blistering performance and sea going capabilities and you have yourself yet another great timeless classic from another Italian boat builder.
Baia 78 in superb video action
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Blowing a hurricane in the Windy 52 Xanthos
Founded in 1966 the Norwegian built Windy range has grown over the years from sports boats to Sports cruisers and now into the realm of Sports Yachts with the Windy 52 Xanthos.
The 52 Xanthos combines sleek, low profile styling with luxurious three-berth accommodation, she has an outstanding helms position and quality about her that few in this market segment will be able to match.
Windy has a certain edge of elegance not to over powering though and just enough to compliment its sporting pedigree. Stepping on board the 52 Xanthos aft will provide you with the reason why.
Confronted with a large bathing platform and an accommodating aft deck leads you onto the triple glass sliding doors which take you through to a beautifully layout spacious cockpit saloon.
You will feel the subtle style and elegance of the 52 Xanthos creep up on you now as you scan the fit and finish from the expansive U-shaped sofa and well-equipped wet bar to a world-class helmsman’s position. Look up and you can enjoy heavenly skies above day and night through the huge sunroof in the hard-top from the electrically operated foot rest.
Walking through the saloon going below deck, the quality of the Windy’s fit and finish is even more impressive, high-gloss woodwork, light tanned furnishings, coupled with technology such as flat screen TV’s and an ultra-modern galley, will have you amazed
Below the cockpit are twin cabins, one with two single beds, and one with a double which has direct access to a bathroom equipped with a Rondell shower. In the bows, the owner’s suite has a king-size double bed, en-suite bathroom and dressing table.
Windy’s 52 Xanthos achieves that perfect balance of luxurious fit & finish coupled with a smooth delivery of high performance. This is achieved through a detailed designed deep V-hull combined with state-of-the-art technology and materials resulting in impressive seakeeping qualities, assuring security in comfort and speeds the that set the Windy apart from its nearest competition.
See the Windy 52 Xanthos in video action at
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