Boat Design

Understanding Hull Design

By Capt. Richard Thiel | Posted April 2013 | Add a Comment

How do efficient hulls work? Editor-At-Large Capt. Richard Thiel takes a close look at how a hull reacts to the motion of the water from the drawing board to the test tank, and beyond.

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Vismara M56 Navetta

By Kevin Koenig | Posted February 2012 | Add a Comment

Boat Design: Performance-wise the M56 will be constructed for fuel efficiency. Vismara plans on using advanced-composite construction in conjunction with their own proprietary structural layout to...

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Sessa Marine Fly 40

By Kevin Koenig | Posted February 2012 | Add a Comment

When synched with four-cylinder common-rail D4s the boat should top out somewhere around 35 mph while maintaining a cruise just under 30 mph.

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Northern Marine 85

By Kevin Koenig | Posted February 2012 | Add a Comment

Northern Marine announced plans to build an 85-foot expedition yacht that will be dubbed Blood Baron. She’ll be powered by twin 600-hp Caterpillars that should imbue her with a top speed of 14...

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Sarnico Yachts Alldays 39

By | Posted November 2011 | Add a Comment

Sarnico Yachts Alldays 39Some boats are great for sunny days and are built to run wide-open on glass-flat water while allowing their passengers to totally bronze out. And other boats are built for...

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Horizon E54

By | Posted October 2011 | Add a Comment

Horizon E54The latest flying-bridge cruiser from Horizon, the E54, couples speed with innovative technology while minimizing her carbon footprint. With a projected maximum speed of 39 mph, the E54...

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Riva 63 Virtus

By | Posted October 2011 | Add a Comment

Riva 63 VirtusThe 63 Virtus is the new flagship for Riva’s open line, a build-type steeped in glamorous history. In the past Riva owners have included movie stars and royalty, so it’s with some...

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Beneteau Barracuda 9

By Kevin Koenig | Posted October 2011 | Add a Comment

Beneteau Barracuda 9Beneteau, the giant French boatbuilder that is currently making a concerted push into American markets, is well regarded for its innovative building techniques and efficiency of...

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Sanlorenzo SL94 - First Look

By Kevin Koenig | Posted October 2011 | Add a Comment

    Sanlorenzo SL94   Whether you’re looking to enjoy a short stay on the water or plan to cruise the seas for weeks, the newest build from Sanlorenzo offers contemporary...

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Bering Yachts B50

By Kevin Koenig | Posted August 2011 | Add a Comment

Bering Yachts B50The Bering Sea, that harsh and notoriously unforgiving stretch of ocean that separates North America from Asia, may very well have met its match in the ruggedly built, steel-hull B50...

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Sessa Fly 45

By Kevin Koenig | Posted August 2011 | Add a Comment

Sessa Fly 45Sessa Marine’s Cristian Grande-designed Fly 45, which will splash September at the Cannes Boat Show, promises to optimize space onboard as few yachts of her size currently do. The...

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Lazzara Breeze 76

By Kevin Koenig | Posted May 2011 | Add a Comment

Lazzara Breeze 76If your question is “which new luxury cruising yacht should I check out next time I’m in the market?” then the answer my friend, is blowin’ in the wind. The breeze to be exact—the...

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Hunt Yachts 44 Express Cruiser

By Kevin Koenig | Posted May 2011 | Add a Comment

Hunt Yachts 44 Express CruiserIf you’re in the hunt for a day cruiser with a smooth ride, classic American lines, and exceptional interior space for a boat her size, you may want to check out the 44...

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