Pogo 44

Those looking for high-performance cruising will find it in the new French-built Pogo 44. The flat chine hull planes easily in 12 knots of wind, and its flexible sailplan can be handled by a shorthanded crew. The company’s innovative swing-keel technology allows sailors deep draft performance yet be able to cruise thin water. The minimalistic interior is comfortable and stylish.

LOA 44’5”; LOA 41’11”; Beam 14’9”; Draft 5’11 board up, 10’2” board down; Displ. 13,216 lb.; Sail area 1,216 sq. ft. www.pogostructures.com

Dufour 530

The newest boat in the Dufour line is the 530 designed by Felci Yacht Design. The boat has four interior layout options and three rig and deck layout options, so there is sure to be a combination that pleases most sailors.

LOA 53’8”; LWL 49’2”; Beam 16’4”; Displ. 39,185 lb.; Ballast shoal 10,582 lb.; deep 10,362 lb.; extra deep 10,141 lb.; Draft shallow 6’4”, deep 7’6”, extra deep 9’2”; Sail area 1,345 sq. ft. www.dufour-yachts.com