BENETEAU FIRST 36

Back to racy. After decades of producing cushy cruisers, Beneteau is putting new emphasis on speed by bringing back its First line of racer-cruisers. Its latest is a 36-footer designed by Kristian Hajnsek and Samuel Manuard best know for their IMOC 60 and Class 40 shorthanded ocean racers. The powerful sailplan will have the boat planing in moderate winds. It’s available in two versions, one intended to cruise and one more performance oriented. www.beneteau.com

LOA 36’1”; Beam 12’6”; Ballast 3,420 lb.; Displ. 10,580 lb.; Draft 7’6”; Sail area 860 sq. ft.

X4.3

 Handsome is as handsome does. This performance cruiser is as good looking as it is powerful, and with more than 1,000 square feet of sailing area, it will make quick work of long passages. The retractable dodger fits into a well to keep the deck uncluttered looking. The interior with its trademark Danish design is elegantly uncluttered, yet is packed with creature comforts and plenty of storage. www.x-yachtsusa.com

LOA 43’4”; LOD 41’6”; LWL 37’2”; Beam 13’1”; Draft standard 7’2”, shallow 6’1”, deep 8’2”; Displ. 20,723 lb.; Ballast 8,157 lb.; Sail area 1,076 sq. ft. 

MOODY DS 41

This room has a view. The panoramic views from the deck saloon house are what draw you in, but it’s the livability of the indoor-outdoor living spaces that seals the deal. With a retractable bimini and sliding doors, the saloon and cockpit become one livable space. The inside steering station is a refuge in foul weather. The powerful sailplan of this Dixon Yacht Design makes for fast passages yet this cruiser is laid out to be comfortably sailed by a couple. www.hanseyachtsag.com

LOA 41’2”; LWL 37’8”; Beam 13’11”; Displ. 25,574 lb.; Ballast 6,900 lb.; Draft 7’6”; Sail area 893 sq. ft.