2013 BOTY Nominees
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September 12, 2012Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 41DSEven more than the sloping coachroof of this deck-saloon offering that provides oodles of natural light below, this collaboration between Philippe Briand (hull, deck, and rig) and Franck Darnet (interior) is defined by the huge owners cabin aft, a grand space indeed that one might expect to find on a much larger boat. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 41DS is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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September 12, 2012Helia 44Spacious and bathed in natural light from the coachroof and cockpit skylights and the saloon’s large wraparound windows, Fountaine Pajot’s inventive 44-foot cat also includes such novel features as built-in solar panels, a three-person raised helm station, and davits that hold dinghies, surfboards, and kayaks. The Helia 44 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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September 12, 2012Harbor 30Traditional lines combined with a modern underbody characterize this nifty little number from legendary California builder W.D. Schock. With berths for four, 6-foot headroom, Herreshoff-inspired white bulkheads, and varnished wood trim, the interior layout for this sweet little pocket cruiser is cozy and inviting. The Harbor 30 Daysailer Plus is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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September 12, 2012Hanse 415German engineering is on display throughout this relatively light but strong 41-footer, which is crafted with a balsa core and vinylester resin above the waterline and a solid glass laminate below. Several different accommodations plans are available to suit the needs of either a cruising couple or a growing family. The Hanse 415 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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September 10, 2012XP38 GalleryTHE “P” in XP, the latest offering from X-Yachts, the builder of a fleet of outstanding racer/cruisers based in Denmark, is for “performance,” and this purposeful 38-footer should deliver it in spades. Multiple keel and rig configurations are available, including, for the serious racer, an optional deep fin keel and carbon rig. The XP 38 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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September 7, 2012Dufour 36For sailors seeking a dual-purpose boat that will compete for the silver on the racecourse and provide a solid platform for a rewarding cruise afterward, this fast 36-footer from Felci Yacht Design may be the ticket. The no-nonsense hull, deep T bulb keel, and tall double-spreader rig will make this Dufour a delight to sail. The Dufour 36 Performance is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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September 7, 2012Catana 47Performance was the aim in building this new cat from the high-tech French builder, and with a radical “carbon infusion” construction process, that goal was realized. With an infused sandwich of foam, aramid fibers, carbon fiber, and other materials, Catana’s latest 47 is over 3,000 pounds lighter than before. The Catana 47 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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September 7, 2012Catalina 315Big things can come in tidy packages, and such is the case with this (almost) 32-footer, the fourth offering in Catalina’s recent “5 Series.” It’s the little things that make this boat special, including the tall rig, the wide cockpit, the large anchor locker, the sprit for the asymmetric kite, and the clever use of space below. The Catalina 315 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase. Read a review here.
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August 28, 2012Beneteau Sense 55Created by the prolific French naval architecture firm Berret Racoupeau, with an open, inviting interior rendered by Nauta Design, the flagship of Beneteau’s Sense fleet is this scintillating 55-footer, which looks and feels like a much larger yacht. Like its sister ships, the boat’s liveaboard potential makes a lot of, well, sense. The Beneteau Sense 55 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase. Read a review of the Sense 55 here.
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August 27, 2012Beneteau Sense 46“Innovation” is the key word in describing Beneteau’s revolutionary new Sense series. It translates into a truly spacious cockpit maximizing topside living space, a centralized floor plan with a grand saloon promoting camaraderie and good times, and contemporary twin cabins ensuring privacy and sound slumber. The Beneteau Sense 46 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
Electronic Updates
The Vesper Marine WatchMate Vision is arguably the most advanced Class B AIS transponder ever built, and was honored with an Innovation Award in Miami.
