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Hanse 385
In less than a year the Hanse 385 has become the German company’s best selling yacht. The 59th boat off the production line has just arrived in New Zealand so Lawrence Schäffler took her for a sail to find out what’s so appealing.
Given 10.8m Econocat
“I didn’t want a planing boat, and I didn’t want outboards, so Ron and I got together and came up with this concept. I wanted something cheap to run, big and comfortable and really good in a sea way – a good sea boat.”
Ultimate 21
When launching his first boat-building venture, Mark Presnall drew on his experience with aluminium trailer boats and worked with Jarrod Hall of Hall Marine Design to create the Ultimate 21, the first of a planned range of Ultimate boats.
Lazercraft 640 GT Sport
The 640 GT Sport is a soft top model with the Lazercraft DNA of old, but with welcome improvements to handling and stability, interior layouts and internal volume.
Frers 33.8m Superyacht
This 33.8m carbon-fibre sloop’s stately presence would enhance any superyacht marina, but she’s unlikely to spend much time harnessed in one. Cygnus Montanus is owned by a serious sailor.
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