2013 New Boat Showcase
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March 29, 2013Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 509The flagship of Jeanneau’s impressive Sun Odyssey collection, the 509 features a high-aspect sail plan and a low, understated profile, a combination that makes for a visually arresting oceangoing vehicle. The hard chine promotes a roomy interior, and numerous layouts are offered, including double cabins forward. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 509 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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November 15, 2012Morris Ocean 48 GT“Grande Touring” is what the “GT” stands for in this new offering from the Maine builder, and it’s a fitting description. The pretty sloop features a clever, expansive interior layout; a tall rig with self-tacking jib and furling main; and, of course, the detailed, high-quality craftsmanship for which the company is known. The Morris Ocean 48 GT is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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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 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 13, 2012Neel 45And now for something completely different: a thoroughly modern production trimaran for extended voyaging and living aboard. Conceived by veteran French multihull builder and racer Eric Bruneel, his tri employs reverse bows to reduce pitching and maximize waterline length. For originality, the 45 earns high marks. The Neel 45 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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September 23, 2011Oyster 625With this spectacular 62-footer, designer Rob Humphreys and the craftsmen at Oyster Marine, working in tandem, have teamed up to produce a state-of-the-art example of contemporary yacht design and construction. Systems rich, the 625 is beefy and striking, with top-shelf gear and equipment throughout. The Oyster 625 is a part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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September 12, 2012Hunter 40In celebration of its upcoming 40th anniversary, Hunter Marine, now Marlow-Hunter, has introduced its 65th model, complete with a fold-down transom, dual helm stations, a fully chined hull, and a sloping raised coachroof with large windows that supply lots of natural light below. The Hunter 40 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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September 7, 2012Discovery 57Built in Great Britain to the highest resin-infused standards and to a design by acclaimed naval architect Ron Holland, the latest entry in the Discovery line is a true all-oceans bluewater voyager. The yacht’s centerpiece is the prominent raised deck saloon. A pair of wheels and a solent rig provide smooth sailing on passage. The Discovery 57 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
Electronic Updates
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