New Boat Showcase
The exciting group of new boats for 2023 has something for everyone. From luxury performance cruisers to zippy midsize racer-cruisers, boat design is evolving to make sailing faster and more comfortable.
JEANNEAU YACHT 55
A cruiser that’s just like home. This new 55-foot cruiser was designed to be just like a private apartment, with the forward owner’s suite occupying two-thirds of the interior. The main companionway provides access to the owner’s suite which opens to the saloon and galley. The twin guest cabins are accessed with two separate companionways, allowing guests to enjoy independent living spaces. On deck you’ll find another galley and U-shaped table. Aft of the helm are two sun lounge pads. www.jeanneau.com
LOA 55’7”; LWL 52’9”; Beam 16’; Draft 8’4”; Displ. 40,878 lb.; Ballast 10,803 lb.; Sail area 1,410 sq. ft.
BENETEAU OCEANIS YACHT 60
A cruiser with options. This latest big cruising yacht can be tamed with the standard 80-foot mast and 1,496 square feet of sail area or can pump up the speed potential with the optional 87-foot performance rig and 1,895 square feet of sail area. There’s plenty of comfortable cruising amenities belowdecks. And the generous dinghy garage holds a 9-foot jet-propelled tender that launches with an electric winch and rollers. www.beneteau.com
LOA 62’2”; LWL 57’1”; Beam 17’3”; Draft shoal 7’3”, deep 8’9”; Displ. 47,827 lb.; Sail area standard 1,496 sq. ft., performance 1,895 sq. ft.
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