Yachting Times Magazine #13

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VICEM 107

The Art of Cold Molding | El Arte del Moldeado en Frío

PERSHING 82 Class and Sporting Spirit | Clase y Espíritu Deportivo

AZIMUT ATLANTIS 50 Double (R)evolution | Doble (R)evolución

Cruising along the State of Bahia in Brazil Navegando por el Estado de Bahía en Brasil

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Exploring the Queensland coast of Australia Explorando la costa de Queensland en Australia

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CONTENTS | CONTENIDOS

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30 DEPARTMENTS | DEPARTAMENTOS

BOAT REVIEWS | TESTEO DE

CRUISING & TRAVEL |

6 • From the Editor

EMBARCACIONES

CRUCEROS Y VIAJES

8 • YTM iPad App

22 • Vicem 107

52 • Cruising along the coast of

11 • Letters to the Editor

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Bahia in Brazil

12 • IN BRIEF

36 • Azimut Atlantis 50

60 • Exploring the Queensland

73 • YTM Subscription

coast of Australia PROFILES | PERFILES

NEWS & EVENTS | NOTICIAS Y EVENTOS

44 • Reely Rybovich

FASHION & YACHTING LIFESTYLE | MODA

14 • The 12 Great Provincetown

50 • Dusty Rybovich

Y ESTILO DE VIDA NÁUTICO

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66 • Fashion Picks for Winter

Schooner Regatta 18 • A look back at the 34 America’s Cup

82 • Featured Cocktail

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TECH & SAFETY | TECNOLOGÍA

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Y SEGURIDAD 70 • Top 5 Mobile Apps for Navigation

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ViCEm 107

And the Art of Cold molding | Y el Arte del moldeado en Frío

PErshiNg 82 Class and sporting spirit | Clase y Espíritu Deportivo

Azimut AtlANtis 50 Double (r)evolution | Doble (r)evolución

Cruising along the coast of Bahia in Brazil Navegando por el Estado de Bahía en Brasil

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Exploring the Queensland Coast of Australia Explorando la costa de Queensland en Australia

PHOTO COVER | FOTO DE TAPA Pershing 82

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Editor & Publisher Dolores Barciela Executive Editor Laura Failoni Managing Editor Maria Iriondo Tech Editor Adolfo Mrongowius Editors at Large Bill Ando, Lisa Overing, Diane Selkirk

Yachting Times Publisher Dolores Barciela with YTM Business Development & Sales Mabel Covelo during this past edition of the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show.

from the editor Autumn was a busy boat show season, and we were glad to notice that attendance, exhibitors and sales showed a positive growth everywhere.

Yachting Times is growing as well, and we’re pleased to share with you an interesting addition to our printed and online mags: YTM magazines can now be downloaded totally for FREE on your iPad. Please visit the Apple Store and search for “Yachtingtimes” to download our App and enjoy our current and past issues.

With this issue, YTM will be present at the Miami Boat Show and at the Bacardi Miami Sailing Week.

Happy Holidays, and hope you start a great 2014 filled with peace, health, happiness… and many boating days!

de la editora El otoño fue una temporada de salones náuticos muy positivo ya que pudimos notar que, en general, tanto los visitantes, como los exhibidores, y las ventas han aumentado.

Yachting Times también está creciendo y nos complace compartir con ustedes una interesante adición a nuestras revistas impresas y online: las revistas pueden ser leídas en forma gratuita en su iPad. Por favor visite el Apple Store, busque “Yachtingtimes” y descargue nuestra App para disfrutar de los diferentes números de nuestra revista.

Con este número, YTM estará presente en el Miami Boat Show y en la Bacardi Miami Sailing Week.

Felices Fiestas, y espero que todos comiencen un excelente año nuevo lleno de paz, salud, alegría… y muchos días de náutica!.

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WE WELCOME YOUR LETTERS SUS CARTAS SON BIENVENIDAS Estimada Editora, Desde hace un tiempo leo su publicación online y disfruto con sumo agrado de sus notas, debo decirle cada vez más interesantes; en especial las reseñas sobre magníficos modelos de embarcaciones de todo tipo.

Me apasionan los barcos a motor, y le agradezco estén siempre presentes entre sus páginas, modelos de alto diseño y sofisticación.

Espero verlos por nuestras costas muy pronto.

Saludos y gracias, A. Amuchástegui, Punta del Este-Uruguay

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IN BRIEF

The Transat Jacques Vabré celebrated its 11th edition in 2013

The Transat Jacques Vabré is a double handed race that starts in Le Havre, France, and follows the coffee route across the Atlantic.

This key sailing and sporting event is synonymous with its start city: Le Havre. Over the years and editions, the French port has built strong links with the sailors, and developed a new and invigorating infrastructure around the old docks, reaffirming its commitment as a real maritime city.

Itajaí is the new destination in Brazil. Located in the south of Brazil in the state of Santa Catarina, Itajaí is the main fishing port in Brazil and the country‘s second exporting port.

Race start was on November 3rd, 2013. Four classes took part in this 11th edition: • MOD70 - The return of grand prix multihulls • IMOCA - The winner of the Vendée Globe on the starting line (MACIF). A dozen IMOCA competed.

• Multi50s - 7 Multi 50 took part in the race • CLASS40 - Class 40 forms the biggest class in the race: some 25 Class 40’s competed. www.transat-jacques-vabre.com

OFFICINE PANERAI On October 25th, 2013, the Panerai Naples boutique held a VIP event to view their 2013 high-end watch collection. Hors d’oeuvres and fine wines were served during the event.

The Naples location marks the 50th boutique for Officine Panerai worldwide.

The boutique is located in the exquisite Waterside Shops in Naples, FL.

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NEWS & EVENTS | NOTICIAS & EVENTOS Schooners Irena, Bay Lady II and Virginia (left to right) enjoy pre-start maneuvers in the sun off of Long Point in Provincetown. Long Point is part of the Cape Cod National Seashore.

12th Annual Great Provicentown Schooner Regatta September 2-6, 2013 Photos by | Fotos por Nancy Bloom

Capt George Wall & mate Chuck Cole enjoy the light breeze aboard the Schooner Irena, a 52 ft Gazelle Gaff vessel. She hails from Newport, RI and this is her first appearance in the regatta.

T Schooner Estrella is a 56 ft George Stedell design skippered by Capt.

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hroughout its recorded history, dating from the early 17th century when the Pilgrims first landed in the New World on Provincetown’s shores, Provincetown Harbor has maintained a prominent role in American maritime history as a leading commercial fishing port. In the mid to late 19th century, at the peak of the commercial fishing trade in New England, Provincetown harbored as many as 100, 90-ton Schooners and 700 ships.

By the mid-1850’s, the town was responsible for three times the commercial catch of any other town and harbor on Cape Cod. The Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta (GPSR) is recognized as a premier historical, educational and competitive event that appeals to a unique and wide ranging demographic of visitors and local residents. It brings attention to the importance of

Schooner Virginia sails past Long Point Light.

With a sparred length of 126 ft, she measured in as the largest schooner to participate in the 2013 Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta. www.schoonervirginia.org

Bay Lady II is a 70 ft commercial schooner based in Provincetown. She offers 4 sails daily and is owned and operated by Capt Robert Burns, his wife Katie and their sons.

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Crew of the Schooner Virginia prepare the foredeck for the upwind tacking required in the first leg.

Schooners, as the fastest vessels of their time, in the unique cultural and economic history in America. The Regatta supports and celebrates the New England maritime heritage.

The races include historic Schooners and Catboats as well as modern sailing vessels that participate in PHRF handicapped and One-Design competitions. The Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta races are organized with expertise supplied by the Provincetown Yacht Club, one of the oldest yacht clubs in America. The Provincetown Yacht Club was started in 1867 with the help of members of the prestigious New York Yacht Club who loved to race in Provincetown’s magnificent harbor.

The Pilot Schooner Virginia and Schooner Bay Lady II maneuver during the pre-start as some of the small yachts enjoy the view alongside. The Long Point Schooner & Yacht Race, features large and small schooners sharing a course with private yachts in the 20-45 feet range providing a rather unique experience for a small boat captain.

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NEWS & EVENTS | NOTICIAS & EVENTOS

The Future of Racing is Here – A look back at the 34th America’s Cup Race.

By/Por Nancy Birnbaum

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ou may have heard… team Oracle USA beat the Kiwis (team Emirates) after an astounding comeback, winning 11 races to New Zealand’s 8 in the 34th America’s Cup. Though they’ve called it “the greatest comeback in sports history,” the press has had some negative responses to Oracle’s victory along with a sea of speculation.

The longest-running international sports event in the world has always proven to be a tough nut to crack. And in the end, team Captain, Jimmy Spithill steered Oracle’s 72-foot catamaran across the finish line in the final winner-take-all Race 19 on San Francisco Bay just 44 seconds ahead of Emirates team New Zealand.

It was not without some controversy and hot debate over what was behind the sudden jump in speed and handling beginning with Race 11. The speculation centered on some special device that allowed the catamaran to foil more effectively. Rumors floated in the Kiwi press that team Oracle had sent to New Zealand for a new ‘Stability Augmentation System’ (SAS) nicknamed “Herbie”, similar to those used on aircraft. They speculated that Oracle founder, billionaire Larry Ellison, had spent a couple of million dollars on such a system and had sent 10 Kiwi boatbuilders back to San Francisco to install it.

Oracle Team USA general manager Grant Simmer told Sailing World, “We made no changes in that regard.” And, “The only people who came from Core Composites were a couple of managers who were always coming to see the event. We didn’t increase our workforce at all during the Cup.” But what exactly did cause the Oracle boat to suddenly surge ahead mid-regatta?

According to Yachting World’s Matthew Sheahan, there were a number of modifications

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to Spithill’s machine – the biggest being to the T-foils on Oracle’s rudders. “This was one of the biggest performance enhancing changes,” said Sheahan. Other improvements included raking the mast further aft to improve her balance, and removing the bowsprit for more breezy days on the racecourse.

Yet Simmers’ disagrees. “There was nothing that we physically did—no physical changes—it was just technique changes that improved our tacking.”

Depending on whom you asked, fans and spectators alike agreed that the spectacle was worth watching. The Kiwis came in droves to San Francisco’s America’s Cup Park and those watching the fantastic television coverage on Oracles’ YouTube Channel, were all enthusiastic supporters.

A common theme resulted from my rather unscientific random polling of the spectators – a simple request to return the America’s Cup back to the realm of the average sailor. Perhaps racing the new high-tech catamarans, while admittedly fun to watch, are just a little bit beyond the reach of most sailors. Though most likely, the sport will continue to evolve along with the available technology and there’s not much we average sailors can do about that. It’s still up to the guys with the most money to spend. Like Bob Oatley, for example…

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The Next Cup Look for the 35th America’s Cup to be held in 2017 with Australia’s Hamilton Island Yacht Club as the official Challenger of Record. So far, a few key personnel have already been put in place including Olympic gold medalist Tom Slingsby who served as strategist on the Oracle Team USA boat. Slingsby has already been in discussions with Sandy Oatley who, with his billionaire father, winemaker Bob Oatley, is heading up the Australian challenge.

What they will be sailing on is anyone’s guess.

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VICEM 107

And the Shipyard’s Art in Cold-Molding Construction El arte de construcción del moldeado en frío del astillero

Text by | Por BILL ANDO

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uilt exclusively for Vicem’s owner, the 107-footer named MONI is its flagship yacht. Vicem proudly continues to utilize traditional boat building methods but with a contemporary twist. All the Vicem Vintage Line yachts are built with the coldmolded process. This operation simply involves layers of thin veneers, oriented at different angles, to be glued up over a mold. The glue in this case is a specially formulated epoxy resin. The marriage of engineered wood with formulated resins yields a hull that is much lighter, much stronger and more durable than a traditionally built boat. It also leaves the wood waterproof making it resistant to water intrusion. When it’s done right, like at the Vicem facility, the wood won’t present problems in the future. Except for the teak planked decks -including the swim platformall of the exterior surfaces are painted providing ease of maintenance.

The beautiful interiors are in sapele wood from Africa and mahogany from South America, as you will see once you step into the main salon.

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onstruido exclusivamente para el propietario de Vicem, este yate de 107 pies denominado MONI es su yate insignia. Vicem continúa utilizando métodos tradicionales de construcción pero con un estilo contemporáneo. Todos sus yates son construidos con el proceso de moldeado en frío: una operación que involucra el uso de finas láminas de revestimiento, orientadas en distintos ángulos, que se encolan en un molde con una resina epoxi especialmente formulada.

La combinación de madera trabajada con esta resina da como resultado un casco mucho más liviano y mucho más resistente que otras embarcaciones construidas con el método tradicional. También hace que la madera sea impermeable y resistente al agua. Si cuenta con una buena construcción, tal como se hace en las instalaciones de Vicem, la madera no presentará problemas a futuro. Con excepción de la cubierta de tablones de teca y la plataforma de baño, todas las superficies exteriores están pintadas de manera tal que requieren un bajo mantenimiento.

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Vicem proudly continues to utilize traditional boat building methods but with a contemporary twist.

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The combination of these woods adds to the richness of the different hues making the spaces warm and inviting. There was an incredible amount of thought that went into those spaces, they are simply splendid. Forward, a dining area features a gorgeous custom made table for 10 that can be expanded to seat 12. The forward bulkhead includes storage for the china and stemware. The galley, with a two-seat breakfast bar with appliances by Gaggenau, is to port and forward of the dining area.

Across the hallway from the galley are a day head and the stairway to the accommodations on the lower deck, the pilothouse is forward and takes up the full width of the coach house. Included there are a navigation desk and also an L-shaped settee to port to accommodate any observers.

Two captain chairs stand ready at the helm. The navigational gear is a full suite of Raymarine G-series equipment, which repeats at the upper helm station on the flybridge. The electronic gear includes a Raymarine Sat-TV antenna system.

The accommodations are on the lower deck.

The master suite spans full beam amidships.

The lower deck too is treated with the same mahogany as the main deck, differences in the woods keeps it from getting too overpowering.

El salón principal está revestido de caoba que fue seleccionada por su color y su patrón de veteado para no agobiar como lo hacen otros interiores de este material. Las maderas como el sapele fueron seleccionadas en África y en América del Sur, motivo por el cual se aprecian diferentes tonalidades. En la madera existe una separación visual entre el piso de la cabina y los mamparos, lo que le da un estilo contemporáneo. Hacia adelante, el área del comedor tiene una impresionante mesa hecha a medida para 10 comensales que se puede ampliar para 12. El mamparo delantero tiene lugar para guardar la vajilla y cristalería. La cocina, que se encuentra a babor y pasando el área del comedor, cuenta con electrodomésticos de Gaggenau y una zona para desayunar con dos banquetas.

Cruzando el pasillo desde la cocina hay un baño y una escalera que lleva a los camarotes en la cubierta inferior. Hacia adelante, está la timonera que ocupa todo el ancho de la cabina donde se encuentran una mesa de navegación y un sillón en L a babor. En la timonera hay dos asientos de capitán. El equipo de navegación es un conjunto completo de equipos Raymarine de la Serie G, que se repite en la timonera de

The master suite includes a walk-in closet to starboard and a large head and shower to port. There are two VIP suites going forward, one is to port and the other is in the forepeak.

There are two more cabins on the starboard side. These two share a head and sleep four in bunk-style beds.

Ascend the stairs to the upper deck. Once there you’ll be treated to the myriad entertainment possibilities laid out before you. There is the 17-foot tender stored athwartship on the aft end of the deck. There is room enough for a pair of personal watercraft aft of the hot tub and two moveable chaise lounges. Forward to port is the barbecue and to starboard a U-shaped settee. The area is covered with a non-retractable hardtop from the aft end of the hot tub to the forward edge of the helm.

The forward coach roof is given over to a fourpad sun lounge and the forward edge is reserved for a u-shaped settee, with a table and a snack area. The crew quarters and the engine room access are via the same stairwell to port on the

la cubierta superior. El equipo electrónico incluye un sistema con antena de TV satelital Raymarine.

Los camarotes se encuentran en la cubierta inferior. La iluminada suite principal se extiende de banda a banda. La cubierta inferior también está recubierta de caoba, al igual que la cubierta principal. Las diferentes tonalidades en la madera evitan un efecto abrumador. La suite principal tiene un vestidor a estribor y un amplio baño con ducha a babor. Hacia adelante están dos suites VIP, una a babor y la otra a proa. A estribor hay dos cabinas más con literas que comparten un baño en las cuales pueden dormir cuatro personas.

Al subir las escaleras a la cubierta superior, se encontrará con un sinnúmero de posibilidades de entretenimiento como una embarcación auxiliar montada de banda a banda en el extremo de la popa, así como lugar suficiente para un par de motos acuáticas a popa del jacuzzi y dos chaises longues. Más a babor hay una barbacoa y a estribor un asiento en forma www.yachtingtimesmagazine.com | 25 |

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aft cabin side. There you’ll find a roomy galley and crew mess. Three cabins sleep five crews.

Along the forward bulkhead is the entrance to the spacious engine room. There is enough room for twin C32 Caterpillar diesel engines, and auxiliaries, producing 1,550-BHP. They take the 107-footer to a maximum cruise of 18.5 knots at half-load.

If you’re in the market for a vessel this size and want it built out of wood this could be your dreamboat!

Take a look at the sidebar on the next page to see how they do it so well.

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de U. El área está cubierta con un techo duro no retractable desde el extremo de popa del jacuzzi hasta el lado delantero de la timonera.

Junto al mamparo delantero está la entrada a la espaciosa sala de motores donde hay espacio suficiente para dos motores diesel Caterpillar C32 y para el equipo auxiliar, con una potencia de 1.550 BHP. Estos motores llevan este yate de 107 pies a una velocidad máxima de crucero de 18,5 nudos a media carga.

Si está buscando una embarcación de este tamaño y la desea construida en madera, ¡este puede ser el yate de sus sueños!

VICEM’S COLD-MOLDING SEQUENCING • The construction of a Vintage Line yacht begins by developing the 3D model to define the shape of the yacht.

• The model is converted into a CNC code allowing the templates and jigs to be machined and assembled more accurately and quickly than traditionally lofted hull shapes.

• The keel is built by laminating 30 layers of mahogany. The mahogany, sapele and utile woods used in the production of Vicem Yachts come from managed forests in Africa and South America.

• The stempost is fabricated on a specially designed template, then joined with the keel.

• Plywood templates for each frame are set up on the keel and joined by the laminated chine clamp and longitudinal battens to form the basic shape of the boat.

• Frames are laminated and clamped to their place according to the templates which take the required form overnight. They will be temporarily removed later, to be sanded before being reinstalled.

• Having been laminated to its final form, the transom is joined with the rest of the hull. Chine clamp, sheet clamp, spray rail and stiffeners are installed.

• With the yacht’s hull almost structurally complete, the temporary frames are not needed any more and therefore removed before the deck beams are installed. The deck beams are laminated and secured to their places.

• With the bulkheads already built and engine girders in place, it is time to plank the hull shell. The hull shell consists of 4 multi-directional plies of selected mahogany, or sapele. The first layer is adhered to the frames, keel, chine clamp and sheer clamp by galvanized boat nails and saturated with epoxy at minus 45º.

• The second layer, which is applied at +45º, and the third layer that is applied at 0º, are fastened and bonded with epoxy and stainless steel staples.

• The fourth and final layer is fastened via epoxy and stainless steel strapand-staples that are removed, leaving behind a smooth hull which is ready to receive the final epoxy and e-glass sheathing or covering.

• The final step in the structural construction is the full coating of the bilge areas, engine room and all exterior surfaces of the hull with a 10-oz e-glass cloth and epoxy resin.

• To achieve a mirror-like finish, undercoating, epoxy fairing, long board and machine sanding and multiple coats of epoxy primer and polyurethane paint are applied.

• Once the hull shell is formed and completed, the deck sheathing can commence. Thin layers of plywood are laminated and mechanically fastened to form the deck, cabin house and superstructure. The finishing process of epoxy, e-glass, fairing and painting is exactly the same as the hull. Now, the yacht is ready for the other craft groups such as cabinet makers, plumbers and mechanics to enter and begin the other equally important parts of a Vicem vessel.

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VICEM YACTS RECOGNIZED BY THE BENJAMIN FRANKLIN MUSEUM OF PHILADELPHIA Vicem Yachts, the Turkish builder of luxury classic motor yachts and mega yachts, has the pleasure to announce that a Vicem-branded educational video, which explains the techniques involved in the cold-molding construction, has been chosen by the management of the Benjamin Franklin Museum of Philadelphia to be used for didactical purposes.

The clip, a Vicem Yachts production is being displayed in loop all day to illustrate the importance of cold-molding construction since its origins, which dates back to the times of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) and his Maritime Observations.

Many are familiar with Franklin’s political life and scientific work on electricity (he invented the lightning rod), but few know that this Founding Father of the United States of America was an all-round scientist, civic, activist, printer, musician, satirist, heraldist and diplomat alike. He was also very much keen on maritime matters.

In 1768, after traveling to England and discovering that many captains were upset for being somehow slowed while crossing the Atlantic Ocean westbound, he compiled a map, jointly with Timothy Folger, depicting the Gulf Stream. It took years for British captains to follow Benjamin Franklin’s advice but once they did, they were able to trim up to two weeks from their Atlantic crossing overall sailing time. The above mentioned Maritime Observations were published by the Philosophical Society in 1786, a mere four years before Franklin’s death Alongside the oceanographic findings of the eminent scientist, this work included ideas related to navigation, boatbuilding techniques, catamaran hulls, watertight compartments, sea anchors, shipboard lightning rods and, even, a soup bowl designed to stay stable during a stormy passage.

The Vicem video chosen by the Benjamin Franklin Museum of Philadelphia compares the cold-molded process of the XVIII century to the techniques carried out by the skilled craftsmanship of Vicem Yachts, validating nowadays some of the concepts illustrated by Franklin himself in his Maritime Observations over two centuries ago.

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PERSHING 82’ Class and sporting spirit to enhance the pleasure of yachting Clase y espíritu deportivo para realzar el placer de la náutica Material courtesy of | Material cortesía de FERRETTI YACHTS

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nnovative aesthetic aspects with particular attention given to comfort and unmistakable performance characterize this Pershing model 82 feet of cutting edge design. This model of the brand in Mondolfo was penciled once again by the yacht designer Fulvio De Simoni, in collaboration with AYT (Advanced Yacht Technology – the naval research and design center of the Ferretti Group) and a team of architects and designers from the Centro Stile Ferrettigroup.

A contemporary reinterpretation of Pershing 80’, this new vessel, 23.99 metres long and 5.50

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spectos estéticos innovadores con especial atención en el confort y el rendimiento inconfundible que caracteriza a este modelo de Pershing de 82 pies de diseño avanzado. Este modelo de la marca de Mondolfo fue dibujado una vez más por el diseñador de yates Fulvio De Simoni, en colaboración con AYT (Advanced Yacht Technology – el centro de investigación y diseño náutico del Grupo Ferretti) y el equipo de arquitectos y diseñadores del Centro Stile Ferrettigroup.

Como si fuese una reinterpretación contemporánea del Pershing 80’, esta nueva

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wide, was designed to enhance the pleasure of yachting and to ensure maximum performance at sea: with a thrust provided by two powerful MTU 16 V M93 of 2435 mhp (1792 kW) with Searex SR140S propulsion system together with Rolla surface piercing propellers, it is capable of reaching a top speed of 45 knots and a cruising speed of 40 knots, with a range of 300 nautical miles. The propulsion system is run by AUTOTRIM, an exclusive functionality that optimizes the performance and the consumption of the boat at any speed and with any load, in a completely automatic manner.

Featuring a streamlined and aggressive external profile, Pershing 82’ immediately shows the strong sporting spirit that distinguishes it, given its elongated lines that make it possible to have larger internal volumes, providing wide spaces which guests can enjoy, offering greater comfort and liveability.

Down on the main-deck is one of the most comfortable areas. One is immediately struck by the wide spaces in the cockpit and the main saloon, which are divided by an electrohydraulically controlled retractable door to offer maximum comfort.

Practicality, combined with design, reigns in the large cockpit, designed to make the best of sociability aboard: there is a sofa and a seat which can electrically be transformed into a comfortable sunbathing area, a mobile bar with BBQ and a fiberglass table. As in other models of the range, even on Pershing 82’ the sun- deck at the bow is completely independent from the opening of the large garage, allowing the guests to relax in the sun undisturbed. The

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embarcación, de 23,99 metros de largo y 5,50 metros de ancho, fue diseñada para realzar el placer de navegar y para asegurar un máximo rendimiento en el mar: con el empuje de dos poderosos MTU 16 V M93 de 2435 mhp (1792 kW) con un sistema de propulsión Searex SR140S junto con hélices de penetración de superficie Rolla, es capaz de alcanzar una velocidad máxima de 45 nudos y una velocidad de crucero de 40 nudos, con un rango de 300 millas náuticas. El sistema de propulsión se opera con AUTOTRIM, un sistema propietario que optimiza de manera absolutamente automática el rendimiento y el consumo de la embarcación a cualquier velocidad y con cualquier carga.

Al contar con un perfil exterior aerodinámico y agresivo, Pershing 82’ demuestra inmediatamente un fuerte espíritu deportivo que la distingue, debido a sus líneas alargadas que le permiten tener volúmenes internos más grandes, proporcionándole espacios amplios que pueden ser disfrutados por los invitados, ofreciendo mayor confort y habitabilidad.

Abajo en la cubierta principal, uno de los ambientes más cómodos, llaman la atención de inmediato los amplios espacios de la cabina y el salón principal, los cuales están divididos por una puerta retráctil con un sistema de control electro-hidráulico, para brindar el máximo confort.

La funcionalidad combinada con el diseño, reina en la gran cabina, diseñada para aprovechar al máximo la sociabilidad a bordo: hay un sofá y un asiento que se pueden transformar eléctricamente en una zona de solárium, un bar móvil con barbacoa y una mesa de fibra de vidrio. Como en otros modelos de la línea, también en Pershing 82’ la cubierta solárium es totalmente independiente de la apertura del gran garaje, permitiendo a los invitados relajarse al sol sin ser molestados. El garaje tiene el bote auxiliar y un fondo plegable para facilitar el movimiento del jet-ski.

El confort y los espacios abiertos también se encuentran en el salón principal, transformando la habitabilidad en un estilo de vida moderno. En la proa, a la derecha, hay un gran sofá en forma de L, mientras que en

garage has a tender and a folding bottom to facilitate the movement of a Jet Ski. Comfort and airy spaces are also found in the main saloon, transforming liveability into a modern lifestyle. At the bow, on the right, there is a big L-shaped sofa, while in the middle there is a sofa that can be joined with another one to form a horseshoe. Important brands designed the furnishings: besides the long-standing partnership with Poltrona Frau, designer of the dashboard, the seats and the chairs, there are lamps by Cassina, carpets by B.I.C and a folding table with a metal base and a crystal top by Naos. The finishes made of open pore oak create an elegant contrast with the parquet slats made of wengè painted polished oak.

In addition, on the deck there is another sunbathing area at the bow, with a dinette and an optional table, an idea that makes it possible to have complete privacy aboard.

Below deck, Pershing 82’ is a custom-made model, tailored to the ship owner’s requests.

The standard layout has 4 guest cabins: the master suite amidships with en suite, a VIP cabin forward also with an en suite and two cabins with twin beds at the bow of the master suite. There is also a third bathroom, which is used during the day, and two crew cabins (one

el medio hay un sofá que puede ser unido a otro para crear uno en forma de herradura.

Los muebles como el tablero, los asientos y las sillas han sido diseñados por la reconocida marca Poltrona Frau, casa con la que hemos colaborado por muchos años. Las lámparas son de Cassina , las alfombras de B.I.C y una mesa plegable con base de metal y una tapa de cristal es de Naos. Las terminaciones hechas en roble de veta grande crean un contraste elegante con las piezas del parquet hechas en roble pulido pintado en wengé.

Además, en la cubierta hay otro solárium en la proa, con un pequeño comedor y una mesa opcional, una idea que permite la privacidad absoluta a bordo.

Bajo cubierta, el Pershing 82’ es un modelo hecho a medida del cliente, adaptado a los pedidos del propietario. La distribución estándar tiene 4 camarotes: la suite principal en el centro con un baño en suite, una cabina VIP adelante también con baño en suite y dos cabinas con dos camas individuales a proa de la suite principal. También hay un tercer baño, que se usa durante el día y dos camarotes para la tripulación (uno para el capitán, y uno para los marineros) a los que se acceden a través del salón principal, con un cuarto de lavado y un baño. Por otro lado, la distribución opcional

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Featuring a streamlined and aggressive external profile, Pershing 82’ immediately shows the strong sporting spirit that distinguishes it, given its elongated lines that make it possible to have larger internal volumes, providing wide spaces which guests can enjoy, offering greater comfort and liveability.

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for the captain and one for the crew) which can be reached through the saloon, with a laundry room and a bathroom. On the other hand, the optional layout has 3 guest cabins with a lounge cinema room starboard.

The lighting has also been greatly innovated: the side windows are wider and the portholes can be opened, providing more air and luminosity in the internal spaces. The lighting system is made of embedded LED lights distributed along the ducts on the concealed molding, providing indirect light and creating a great atmosphere even below deck.

The result is a cutting-edge yacht that makes the best use of surfaces and heights, without betraying the DNA that has made Pershing famous in Italy and abroad.

tiene tres camarotes para invitados con una sala de cine a estribor.

La iluminación ha sido notablemente renovada: las ventanas laterales son más amplias y los ojos de buey pueden abrirse, brindándole más aire y luminosidad a los espacios internos.

El sistema de iluminación está hecho con lámparas LED empotradas, distribuidas a lo largo de conductos, ocultas en las molduras dando una luz indirecta para crear un gran ambiente, aún bajo cubierta.

El resultado es un yate de avanzado diseño que aprovecha al máximo las superficies y las alturas, sin traicionar el ADN que ha hecho a Pershing famosa en Italia y en el extranjero.

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Azimut Atlantis 50

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ith Azimut Atlantis 50, the Atlantis models will flank the Collections Magellano, Flybridge, S and Grande.

The path towards the union of the names Atlantis and Azimut Yachts ends with success, allowing the Azimut|Benetti Group to offer 5 collections, the widest range of yachts up to 120 feet, under the single brand name of Azimut Yachts.

Azimut Atlantis 50 follows in the wake of the Atlantis 48, a model already greatly appreciated for the quality of its design, its functionality and for the optimization of its internal and external spaces. It offers a series of innovations, conceived once again by the outstanding Neo Design team, that render the craft even more versatile and exciting to handle.

In line with the philosophy behind the Atlantis range of sports cruisers, it is designed to maximize

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on el Azimut Atlantis 50, los modelos Atlantis flanquearán las Colecciones Magellano, Flybridge, S y Grande. El camino hacia la unificación de los nombres Atlantis y Azimut Yachts finaliza con un éxito, permitiendo que el Grupo Azimut | Benetti pueda ofrecer 5 colecciones, la más amplia gama de yates de hasta 120 pies bajo un único nombre de marca: Azimut Yachts.

El Azimut Atlantis 50 sigue los pasos del Atlantis 48, un modelo ya apreciado en gran medida por la calidad de su diseño, su funcionalidad y la optimización de sus espacios interiores y exteriores. Ofrece una variedad de innovaciones concebidas una vez más por el extraordinario equipo Neo Design, que hacen que la embarcación sea aún más versátil e interesante de manejar.

the pleasures of navigation and the liveability of its external spaces by improving, with respect to other slightly smaller models, the functionality of the extra space available and, above all, the rational organization of its furnishings.

The main deck, in fact, is all on one level with only a few steps separating it from the bathing platform, and a three-leaf glass door separating the internal and external spaces offers the possibility of creating a more intimate atmosphere.

During the day and when evening falls, enjoying contact with the sea while sharing many happy moments with guests or family members becomes a pleasure not to be missed.

Perfect as an area in which to relax or for dining outdoors, the cockpit has a comfortable sofa around a fixed table for 6 people, as well as a chaise lounge positioned under the large opening hard top.

Another innovation is the stern sunbathing area, which has been enlarged to create space for a bench seat and folding table and, above

En línea con la filosofía detrás de la gama de cruceros deportivos Atlantis, está diseñado para maximizar los placeres de la navegación y la habitabilidad de sus espacios externos al mejorar, en comparación con otros modelos ligeramente más pequeños, la funcionalidad del espacio adicional disponible y, sobre todo, la disposición racional de los muebles.

De hecho, la cubierta principal se encuentra en un único nivel a tan solo unos pasos de la plataforma de baño y ofrece la posibilidad de crear una atmósfera más íntima con una puerta de tres hojas de vidrio que separa los ambientes interiores de los exteriores.

Durante el día y al caer la tarde, disfrutar del contacto con el agua mientras se comparten momentos de ocio con los invitados y familiares es un placer imperdible. Ideal como un área de relax o para comer afuera, la cabina posee un sofá alrededor de una mesa fija para 6 personas, como así también un chaise longue ubicado bajo la gran apertura del techo rígido.

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all, a garage capable of housing a tender up to 2.4 m long. When closed, the top of the garage forms a spacious sunpad.

On the bow, accessed along a walkway well protected by handrails, there is space for three people to sunbathe in comfort on the large sunpad, leaving more than sufficient room for berthing or mooring operations to be carried out in complete safety.

Furthermore, the design of the layout enables two alternative furnishing solutions to be offered on the starboard side: the first version includes a foldaway galley complete with sink, grill, fridge and icemaker; the second version instead is in the form of a dinette with a 32” retractable television (hideaway) and another two person sofa.

With the optional third cabin supplementing the Owner’s and VIP cabin, the Azimut Atlantis 50 can accommodate from four to six guests. The spaciousness and extreme comfort of the below deck areas are the unmistakeable features and strong points of each model,

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la popa, la cual fue extendida para dar lugar a un banco y una mesa plegable y, como si fuera poco, un garaje para guardar una embarcación auxiliar de hasta 2,4 metros de largo. Al cerrarse, la cubierta del garaje se convierte en una espaciosa colchoneta.

En la proa, a la que se accede por una pasarela bien protegida con pasamanos, hay lugar para que tres personas se asoleen cómodas sobre la gran colchoneta, dejando espacio suficiente para amarrar y atracar la embarcación con total seguridad.

Además, el diseño de la disposición permite dos soluciones alternativas con respecto al mobiliario a estribor: la primera versión incluye una cocina plegable con fregadero, cocina, refrigerador y dispensador de hielo; la segunda versión, en cambio, tiene la forma de un comedor con un televisor retractable de 32” (que se puede ocultar) y otro sofá de 2 cuerpos.

Con la tercera cabina opcional que complementa la cabina del Propietario e invitados VIP, el Azimut Atlantis 50 puede albergar entre

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During the day and when evening falls, enjoying contact with the sea while sharing many happy moments with guests or family members becomes a pleasure not to be missed.

whatever its overall dimensions. The full beam master cabin is located amidships, the ideal position for maximum comfort, reducing any sensations of rolling or pitching to a minimum. A wardrobe and chest of drawers complete the furnishings. The second double cabin also has a large bed, two wardrobes and private access to the elegantly finished bathroom with its separate shower unit. Both cabins are bathed in natural light thanks to the panoramic windows and skylights.

The contemporary mood of the

cuatro y seis huéspedes. La amplitud y extrema comodidad de las áreas bajo cubierta son las características inconfundibles y los puntos fuertes de cada modelo, independientemente de sus dimensiones totales. El iluminado camarote armador se encuentra hacia la mitad del barco, la posición ideal para el máximo confort al minimizar cualquier sensación de rolido o cabeceo. El mobiliario se completa con un armario y una cómoda.

La segunda doble cabina también tiene una cama grande, dos armarios y acceso privado al

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accommodation is interpreted by furnishings and finishes in striped walnut that welcome guests to a warm sophisticated ambience.

The galley is also rather welcoming: the area reserved for ‘cooking time’ is fully equipped with a sink, 4 ring ceramic hob, fridge and microwave oven.The new craft doesn’t lack in power either. The Azimut Atlantis 50 is fitted with two Cummins 600 hp engines that allow the yacht to reach a maximum speed of 33 knots and cruise at 29 knots. The fuel tank has a capacity of 1700 liters.

baño elegantemente terminado con su espacio separado para la ducha. Ambas cabinas tienen luz natural gracias a los tragaluces y portillos panorámicos.

El estilo contemporáneo del interior está interpretado por un mobiliario y terminaciones en nogal a rayas que dan la bienvenida a los invitados a un cálido ambiente sofisticado.

La cocina es también un tanto acogedora: el área reservada para la “hora de cocinar” está totalmente equipada con fregadero, un anafe con 4 anillos de cerámica, refrigerador y horno microondas. Al Azimut Atlantis 50 tampoco le falta potencia ya que está equipado con dos motores Cummins 600 hp que permiten que el yate alcance una máxima velocidad de 33 nudos y una velocidad crucero de 29 nudos.

El tanque de combustible tiene una capacidad de 1.700 litros.

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With the optional third cabin supplementing the Owner’s and VIP cabin, the Azimut Atlantis 50 can accommodate from four to six guests.

The spaciousness and extreme comfort of the below deck areas are the unmistakeable features and strong points of each model, whatever its overall dimensions.

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REELY RYBOVICH Dusty Rybovich. Meet the man behind the name.

Dusty Rybovich. Conozcan al hombre que mantiene el legado.

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ybovich vessels, renowned for the quality of their ride and classic features with an overall low profile, sleek, classic sheer lines, and classic window features, are unmistakable in a marina.

The only confusing aspect of stalking Rybovichs underway is wondering whether the custom mahogany masterpiece that’s consuming your mind’s eye is a new boat from 2009 or an exceptionally well-maintained vessel built over 50 years ago, one that some captain of industry actually stood waiting in line years for and then paid $500,000 or more for his very own. One-of-a-kind dream boat, a cherished possession that he will keep as long as he would a fine diamond or classic car.

Maintaining that Rybovich legacy of signature concepts in sportfishing, the broken sheer to transom doors, tuna towers, fighting chairs and aluminum outriggers, is always at the forefront of Dusty Rybovich’s mind.

As the first member of his designing family to actually have the formal education of a naval architecture and engineering degree from WEBB Institute, Dusty reflects on the serendipity of maintaining his family’s 100year reputation of designing yachts. “I want to design something that will endure the test of time,” Dusty Rybovich says. He’s the latest generation of great minds designing custom, cold molded mahogany sportfishing boats in the classic style that Rybovich customers have demanded and expected for decades.

Dusty’s father is Mike Rybovich, who established Michael Rybovich and Sons Boatworks in 2011 in Palm Beach Gardens at the site of the old E & H Boatworks. Mike’s father was Emil, and with his brothers, John and Tommy, built on the service and mahogany vessel design company that their parents formed, making their family name synonymous with sportfishing.

Mike’s new company has two vessels currently under construction. Hull #1 is a 64-foot walkaround with an express style and just had a composite superstructure installed to save weight. “It is unique and a cool project,” says Dusty, adding “composite material, for us, is a new production technique.” Another new

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os barcos de Rybovich, conocidos por su calidad de navegación y características clásicas con un perfil general bajo, arrufos elegantes y los clásicos y tradicionales rasgos de los portillos, son inconfundibles en un muelle.

El único aspecto confuso de seguir sigilosamente la travesía de los Rybovichs es preguntarse si la obra maestra, de caoba hecha a medida que te está consumiendo los pensamientos, es un nuevo barco de 2009 o un barco construido hace más de 50 años que se mantuvo excepcionalmente bien. Uno que algún capitán de la industria esperó durante años y luego pagó $500.000 o más para tener su propio barco único y soñado, una apreciada posesión que se conservará tanto como lo haría con un fino diamante o un auto clásico.

Mantener ese legado de Rybovich de conceptos característicos de la pesca deportiva, el arrufo quebrado hasta las puertas a popa, las torres de atuneras, las sillas de pelea y los outriggers de aluminio, está siempre primero en la mente de Dusty Rybovich.

Dusty, el primer miembro de su familia de diseñadores en tener verdaderamente una educación formal en arquitectura naval y un diploma en ingeniería del WEBB Institute, reflexiona sobre el hecho de mantener la reputación que su familia ha tenido durante 100 años en el diseño de yates. “Quiero diseñar algo que soporte el paso del tiempo”, cuenta Dusty Rybovich. Él representa la última generación de grandes mentes que diseñan barcos de pesca deportiva personalizados moldeados en frío en caoba con el estilo clásico que los clientes de Rybovich han exigido y esperado durante décadas.

El padre de Dusty es Mike Rybovich, quién inauguró Michael Rybovich and Sons Boatworks en Palm Beach Gardens en 2011, en la planta del antiguo E & H Boatworks.

El padre de Mike era Emil, quien junto con sus hermanos, John y Tommy, desarrolló la compañía de servicios y diseño de embarcaciones de caoba que sus padres habían constituido, logrando que su apellido fuera sinónimo de pesca deportiva.

La nueva empresa de Mike tiene actualmente dos barcos en proceso de construcción. El Casco

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concept for Rybovich is the pod propulsion for the 86-footer that is hull #2. “We just laid the keel for this classic sportfish.”

Dusty says two more letters of intent have been signed for hulls three and four, and while they’re not done deals yet, the tradition of wealthy fishermen reserving their spot in some Rybovich production line looks like it may continue for another century. “We’re on a six month rotation to complete a hull and flip it to start a new one. We can work on two new boats at the same time while doing other service and refurbishing projects.”

Dusty is enjoying working with his dad, Mike, and his brother, Alex, who is on the service side of the business. “Initially, I was nervous to see if we would see eye to eye,” says Dusty.

“We disagree on a lot of little things, but are in sync with the big picture.”

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#1 es del tipo walkaround de 20 metros con un estilo expreso al cual se le acaba de instalar una superestructura compuesta para aligerar peso.

“Es un proyecto único y fantástico”, cuenta Dusty y agrega “para nosotros, el material compuesto es una nueva técnica de producción.

Otro concepto nuevo para Rybovich es el sistema de propulsión pod para el Casco #2 de 26 metros. Acabamos de colocar la quilla de este clásico de la pesca deportiva”.

Dusty menciona que se han firmado dos cartas de intención más para los cascos tres y cuatro y, si bien todavía no se han cerrado los acuerdos, pareciera que la tradición de que pescadores adinerados reserven su lugar en alguna de las líneas de producción de Rybovich continuará otro siglo más.

“Nos encontramos en una rotación de seis meses en donde tenemos que completar el casco y voltearlo para comenzar uno nuevo.

Podemos trabajar en dos barcos nuevos al mismo tiempo, mientras nos ocupamos de otros

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Maintaining that Rybovich legacy of signature concepts in sportfishing, the broken sheer to transom doors, tuna towers, fighting chairs and aluminum outriggers, is always at the forefront of Dusty Rybovich’s mind.

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Mike Ribovich

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Rybovich and Sons splashed it in 1947. This legendary 34-footer is considered the first, true sportfisher. Of course, providing the steady, meticulous maintenance work in the yard today is also a Rybovich heritage, and why Ernest Hemingway chose the old Rybovich & Sons to service his beloved Pilar in 1934.

“It’s hard for people who don’t have their name up on the building or on their shirt to understand the uncompromising part,” says Mike Rybovich.

“Protecting that name and making sure that any product associated with that name will be absolutely uncompromised is essential. Custom is custom, everything else is not. I’m not sure that semi-custom really exists.”

Time will tell if Dusty has inherited his father’s ability to build the boats that he sees in his mind’s eye. The way he runs his hands over the lines of the hull is special and he sees threedimensionally, like his brain is a CAD system.

He can look at a boat and see there’s too much dead rise which will produce too much white water in the wake.

Both Dusty and Mike spend a lot of time fishing. Their hobby subliminally reinforces what their boats are built to do. “We forget,” Mike says. “We load three or four heads, four staterooms and then air condition it all.

Everything you have at home you have on the boat but we forget it is a fishing platform. This is the primary reason that we build them, to go out there and catch fish. The best policy is to pay attention, listen and observe. You’ll develop some good ideas consistently.”

With their last name and his family company back, both the legacy and destiny of Rybovich sport fishing boats are in sync again. Dusty Rybovich is not going to let go of that privilege that’s his ambition, his soul, his DNA. “We don’t tend to follow trends except our own [regarding the overall look of the boat], except perhaps the trend of course of boats getting bigger over time,” Dusty says. “It is great to finally be in the driver’s seat and contribute to the boats I have admired all my life.”

proyectos de servicios y reacondicionamiento”.

Dusty disfruta trabajar con su padre, Mike, y su hermano, Alex, que está en el área de servicios de la empresa. La perspectiva general es construir cascos de caoba personalizados y únicos, según la tradición de Miss Chevy II, que revolucionó la industria cuando fue lanzado por Rybovich and Sons en 1947. Este legendario barco de 10 metros es considerado el primer barco de pesca deportiva auténtico.

Por supuesto que brindar el constante y meticuloso servicio de mantenimiento en el astillero actualmente también es una tradición de Rybovich y la razón por la cual Ernest Hemingway eligió al antiguo Rybovich & Sons para realizar trabajos de mantenimiento en su querido Pilar en 1934.

Tanto Dusty como Mike pasan mucho tiempo pescando. Su hobby refuerza subliminalmente lo que sus barcos están construidos para hacer.

“Nos olvidamos”, dice Mike. “Ponemos tres o cuatro baños, cuatro camarotes y le ponemos aire acondicionado a todos los ambientes. Todo lo que uno tiene en su casa, lo tiene en el barco pero nos olvidamos que es una plataforma de pesca. Esta es la razón principal por la cual los construimos, para salir a navegar y a pescar.

La mejor política es prestar atención, escuchar y observar. Así uno desarrollará buenas ideas constantemente”.

Con su apellido y el respaldo de su empresa familiar, tanto el legado como el destino de los barcos de pesca deportiva de Rybovich están nuevamente en sintonía. Dusty Rybovich no dejará ir ese privilegio que es su ambición, su alma, su ADN. “No solemos seguir tendencias excepto la nuestra [en cuanto al aspecto general del barco], excepto quizás la tendencia, por supuesto, de que los barcos sean cada vez más grandes”, explica Dusty. “Es genial estar finalmente en el asiento del conductor y contribuir con barcos que he admirado toda la vida”.

Ernest Hemingway chose the old Rybovich & Sons to service his beloved Pilar in 1934

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Dusty Rybovich By | por LISA OVERING

Age: 25

Edad: 25

Hometown: West Palm Beach

Ciudad natal: West Palm Beach

Lives: Jupiter, Florida

Vive en: Jupiter, Florida

Profession: “Naval architect for Michael Rybovich & Sons.

I worked for Contender for two years before I came here and helped with their new designs.”

Profesión: “Arquitecto naval para Michael Rybovich & Sons. Trabajé para Contender durante dos años antes de comenzar aquí, colaboraba con sus nuevos diseños”.

First boat: “A 19-foot Sea Craft that dad had when I was little.”

Primer barco: “Un Sea Craft de 6 metros que tenía mi padre cuando yo era pequeño”.

Favorite boat: “A 33 express cabin boat, one of my dad’s first at Rybo, hull three I think. Twilight Affair, I knew it as Buddy Boy growing up and it was in the yard for some work when I was in high school.”

Barco favorito: “Un barco de 10 metros de eslora, uno de los primeros de mi padre en Rybo, casco tres creo. Twilight Affair, pero yo lo conocí como Buddy Boy cuando era niño y estuvo en el astillero para que se le realizaran algunos trabajos cuando yo estaba en la escuela secundaria”.

Last book read: “A compilation of short stories about baseball.”

Favorite watch: “I don’t wear one. I don’t like things on my wrist. I wear a pocket watch on a belt loop when I go fishing.”

Último libro que leyó: “Una recopilación de cuentos cortos sobre béisbol”.

Reloj favorito: “No uso. No me gusta llevar cosas en la muñeca. Uso un reloj de bolsillo en una de las presillas del cinturón cuando voy a pescar”.

Hobby: “I love to fish. It is a big hobby.”

Hobby: “Me encanta pescar. Es un gran hobby”.

Favorite music: “I can’t classify to one genre.”

Música favorita: “No me puedo limitar a un género”.

Last impulse purchase: “I was at West Marine getting lines so I got two gallons of oil on sale.”

Drink: “Bourbon and Ginger Ale.”

Última compra por impulso: “Estaba en West Marine comprando unos cabos y aproveché para comprar 7,5 litros de aceite en rebaja”.

Bebida: “Bourbon y Ginger Ale”.

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uando te aproximares da terra, abre bem os olhos”, alertaban los navegadores portugueses del siglo XVI al pasar por el extremo sur del estado de Bahía, y de ahí surgió el nombre “Abrolhos” para designar un área llena de arrecifes de coral, y al famoso Archipiélago que comprende 5 islitas de origen volcánico, a unos 70 kms. de la costa bahiana.

Este santuario ecológico es un importante refugio de aves migratoria y mamíferos marinos. Es también el mayor complejo de arrecifes de toda Sudamérica.

Por esas casualidades del destino, cuando nosotros llegamos al archipiélago hay sólo un velero fondeado, desde el que un conocido nos saluda con bocinazos, mientras nos saca fotos. Está trayendo un barco desde el Caribe

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Finally, we sailed across the Baia de Todos os Santos and docked at Salvador, the capital of the State of Bahía, and the capital of Brazil until 1763.

Salvador: home to 365 churches, the most colorful and fervent popular festivals, the candomblé, the orixás and the country’s largest Carnival.

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reached the archipelago, the anchorage was empty except for one sailboat, manned by a friend of ours, who greeted us with a toot of the horn as he took our picture. He was bringing a boat from the Caribbean back to Buenos Aires, and it was a total miracle that we happened to meet in this enchanting little out-of-the-way place in the middle of the ocean! Naturally, we spent our first day in Bahia together, cooking out, sipping on piña coladas and sharing anecdotes as we marveled at the sunset.

This archipelago was the first stop on our trip through Bahía territory. A pair of sea turtles was swimming nearby our sailboat, which was constantly surrounded by entire families of stunning angel fish and papagayo fish, and –several feet below- a sting ray skimmed the ocean floor. So we put on our snorkels, masks and flippers and dove into an enchanting world full of amazing coral reefs and colorful fish that had no problem swimming right up to us. We didn’t want to get out of the water - ever!

Bird species of all kinds set up camp on different islands and, in the afternoon, we explored Ilha Siriba, the exclusive habitat of the Masked Booby (Sula dactylatra), a gentle white bird with a yellow beak and eyes.

The day we left for Porto Seguro, we witnessed the

de regreso a Buenos Aires, y de milagro total nos venimos a encontrar en este encantador lugarcito perdido en medio del mar!. Así que nuestro primer día en territorio bahiano lo pasamos juntos, compartiendo un asado, mil anécdotas y varias piñas coladas mientras disfrutamos del atardecer.

Este archipiélago será nuestra primera escala en territorio bahiano. Un par de tortugas marinas nadan cerca de nuestro velero, que es constantemente rodeado por familias enteras de preciosos peces-ángel y peces-papagayo. En el fondo, a varios metros de profundidad, se ve una gran raya. Enseguida nos ponemos las patas de rana, el snorkel y las antiparras y nos sumergimos en un mundo de ensueño lleno de corales asombrosos y de peces coloridos que se nos acercan sin temor. No dan ganas de salir más del agua!.

Cada especie de aves se instalan en una isla diferente, y a la tarde vamos a recorrer la Ilha Siriba, hábitat exclusivo de los atobás blancos (Sula dactylatra), mansos pájaros blancos de pico y ojos amarillos.

El día que partimos rumbo a Porto Seguro, vemos la llegada de las primeras ballenas jubarta (Megaptera novaeangliae), que emigran a la región entre Julio y Noviembre, para dar a

return of the first humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae), which migrate to the region between July and November to give birth and raise their young. They gave us an incredible send-off!

Porto Seguro is a place of great historical importance, since it was there that Portuguese explorer Pedro Álvarez Cabral and his crew first set foot on Brazilian soil. The cute little town delighted us with its diverse handicraft shops and countless bars lining a street appropriately named the “Passarela do Álcool” or “Alcohol Catwalk”. We crossed the Buranhem river in a raft to reach the breathtaking beaches of the south, where the coral reefs form natural pools when the tide is low.

Our next stop was Ilhéus, “the cacao capital”, where we visited the home of renowned author Jorge Amado, whose novels brought fame to Bahía. Right in front of the Cathedral is the famous Bar El Vesubio. We waited - in vain - to see Gabriela, one of Amado’s immortal characters, step through the door. In the end, we spotted traces of her in each one of the sensual mulatas who passed by us.

After trying the delicious Sucos de Cacau, a local specialty, we were ready to continue our journey to the sublime and secluded Bahia de Camamú, where we spent nearly an entire week anchored in front of a charming little desert beach, complete with white sand and palm trees. The only visitors we received were a group of playful dolphins who came by in

luz y amamantar a sus crías; y que nos ofrecen una muy especial despedida!.

Porto Seguro tiene gran importancia histórica, ya que fue en esta región donde la expedición portuguesa de Pedro Álvarez Cabral tocó tierra brasileña por primera vez. Muy simpático nos parece su lindo pueblito, con variados negocios de artesanías e infinitos bares sobre la calle conocida (muy apropiadamente!) como “ Passarela do Álcool”. Cruzamos en balsa el Rio Buranhem hacia las encantadoras playas del sur, en las que los arrecifes forman piletas naturales durante la marea baja.

Nuestra próxima escala será en Ilhéus, “la capital del cacao”, donde visitamos la casa del célebre escritor Jorge Amado, que popularizó a Bahía a través de sus novelas. Justo enfrente de la Catedral está el famoso Bar El Vesubio, de donde esperamos - en vano- ver salir a la inmortal Gabriela, a la que creemos reconocer en cada una de las sensuales mulatas que pasan a nuestro lado.

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the afternoons and a toothless fisherman in a makeshift canoe who sold us some shrimp, which we cooked up on the grill in the cockpit - delicious! This beautiful bay was so peaceful that it was hard for us to leave, even though we knew that our next stop would be magnificent: Morro de Sâo Paulo on the Ilha de Tinharé, Bahia’s most chic beach spot, popular among young people and populated by ex-hippies from the 70s, who now own restaurants and inns, and live in harmony with the local population of mellow fishermen. There are no cars on the island; postcard-perfect donkeys provide the only mode of transportation. And for practical purposes, the beaches are named beach one, two, three and four, and one is more awe-inspiring than the next! The sunset from the ruins of the old fort was spectacular.

So was the walk from the tropical Iate Clube to the Vila do Morro at low tide. And we never ceased to be delighted by the locals’ good humor!

Finally, we sailed across the Baia de Todos os Santos and docked at Salvador, the capital of the State of Bahía, and the capital of Brazil until 1763. Salvador: home to 365 churches, the most colorful and fervent popular festivals, the candomblé, the orixás and the country’s largest Carnival. We docked at the Centro Náutico da Bahía (where schooners depart for Ilha de Itaparica), in the noisy heart of the Ciudad Baja.

This area encompasses the old port, the business district and the Mercado Modelo, where there are hundreds of handicrafts stalls, and a couple of bars on the first floor, with terraces overlooking the nearby Forte Sâo Marcelo that offer the best views of the sunset over the bay.

At the entrance to the Mercado there is always a

langostas, que quedarían riquísimas asadas en la parrilla del cockpit. Tiene tanta paz esta bella bahía que nos cuesta decidirnos a partir, aún sabiendo que nuestra siguiente escala será magnífica: Morro de Sâo Paulo en la Ilha de Tinharé, el balneario de moda de Bahía, famoso entre la gente joven y poblado por ex-hippies de los años 70, ahora dueños de restaurantes y posadas, que conviven en armonía con la tranquila población local de pescadores. Acá no hay autos, sino pintorescos burros como único medio de transporte; y las playas se denominan simplemente primera, segunda, tercera y cuarta, y no se sabe cuál es la más linda!. Espectacular la puesta de sol desde las ruinas del antiguo fuerte, el paseo desde el tropical Iate Clube hasta la Vila do Morro durante la marea baja, y la buena onda que tienen todos!.

Y finalmente, cruzamos a vela la Baía de Todos os Santos, y llegamos a la carismática ciudad de Salvador, capital del estado de Bahía y, hasta 1763, también capital de Brasil. Salvador, la ciudad de las 365 Iglesias, la de las fiestas populares más coloridas y fervorosas, cuna del candomblé y los orixás, y del mayor Carnaval del país. Fondeamos en el Centro Náutico da Bahía, (de donde parten las escunas hacia la Ilha de Itaparica), en el ruidoso corazón de la Ciudad Baja. Esta zona abarca el viejo puerto, el distrito comercial y el Mercado Modelo, donde hay cientos de puestos de artesanías, y un par de bares en el primer piso, con terrazas que se proyectan sobre el cercano Forte Sâo Marcelo y los mejores atardeceres de la bahía. En la entrada del Mercado siempre hay grupos de capoeiristas que bailan al ritmo de

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group of capoeiristas who dance to the rhythm of a berimbáu, an eye-catching local percussion instrument that is made out of a chord stretched over a wooden bow.

We took the Lacerda elevator to the Ciudad Alta, where old government buildings, churches, museums and the mansions of the historic center of Pelourinho are located. This neighborhood -known lovingly as “el Pelo” by the locals- was designated as a World Herritage Site by UNESCO and is home to the most important group of baroque style buildings on the American continent. The neighborhood has been almost entirely restored. El Pelo is the heart of Salvador’s cultural and artistic life. There you’ll find a wide range of bars and restaurants with local food, the biggest bohemian scene and the best night life.

The magical spirit of Bahía has been with us ever since we arrived two months ago. It’s that special something in the air, those sweet aromas, the slow, and almost lazy - I would say - way the people talk, the melodious way they walk, their superstitions, their dances and their joy. The State of Bahía is magical and, as Jorge Amado once proclaimed and we have since confirmed, “under a sky of admirable clarity, this is where Brazil’s sweetest people live.”

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un berimbáu, pintoresco instrumento local de percusión hecho con una cuerda estirada en un arco de madera.

Subiendo por el elevador Lacerda llegamos a la Ciudad Alta, donde se encuentran los viejos edificios de gobierno, las iglesias, museos y caserones del centro histórico del Pelourinho.

Declarado por la UNESCO Patrimonio de la Humanidad, el “ Pelo”- como lo denominan afectuosamente los locales- alberga el conjunto barroco arquitectónico más importante del continente americano, ya restaurado en su casi totalidad. Aquí se concentra la vida cultural y artística de Salvador con los más variados bares y restaurantes de comida local, así como la mayor movida nocturna y bohemia.

Desde que llegamos a Bahía hace ya dos meses, el espíritu mágico de esta tierra nos viene acompañando, con ese algo tan especial del aire y sus aromas dulzones, del ritmo pausado, casi perezoso, diría, de esta gente de hablar y caminar melodioso, con sus supersticiones, sus danzas y su alegría. El Estado de Bahía es mágico y, según proclama Jorge Amado, como bien hemos podido comprobar, “bajo un cielo de admirable claridad, aquí vive el pueblo más dulce de Brasil”.

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From Absolute Silence to City - Exploring the Queensland Coast of Australia | Del silencio absoluto al bullicio de la ciudad, la costa de Queensland en Australia Story & Photos by | Texto y Fotos por DIANE SELKIRK Map by | Mapa por PIERRE HERVÉ

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dug my toes into the fluffy sand, pushing them below the sun-hot surface and thought about which direction to go.

Turning left would take us along the beach to one end of Fraser Island, while turning right would take us inland through spindly forests of Kauri pine, tallowood, and cypress and away from the Great Sandy Strait and its everchanging sand bars.

Typically, ocean views win for us—but we’ve already sailed through these waters, as we make our way from our Australian entry port of Bundaberg, to our temporary new home in Brisbane. Along the way, we’d spotted a turtle and an introverted dugong, and now I wanted to see a dingo: Australia’s infamous wild dog.

A more primitive version of the domestic dog, the dingo is thought to have arrived from Asia thousands of years ago. Cross-breeding and culling have cut its numbers, but the wild dogs that live on Fraser Island are considered some of the purest examples of the breed in Australia.

Our Australian friend Cheryl explained that dingoes are shy, wild, and likely asleep during midday heat. But I’m hard to dissuade when I’m on a mission. So, I felt quite vindicated when three minutes into our walk we spotted one. The generic looking brown dog watched us quietly. Flustered, I stumbled while trying to take its picture, startling the dingo and sending it back into the bush.

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undí los dedos de mis pies en la arena caliente y me puse a pensar en qué dirección iríamos. Ir hacia la izquierda nos conduciría por la playa hasta uno de los extremos de Fraser Island, mientras que girar a la derecha nos llevaría tierra adentro a través de los altos bosques de kauris, pinos, tallowood y cipreses, y lejos del estuario Great Sandy Strait y sus cambiantes bancos de arena.

Generalmente preferimos la vista al océano, pero ya hemos navegado estas aguas, a medida que nos abrimos paso desde Bundaberg, nuestro puerto de entrada a Australia, hasta nuestro nuevo hogar provisional en Brisbane.

En nuestro camino divisamos una tortuga y un introvertido dugongo y ahora yo quería ver un dingo. El dingo es el infame perro salvaje de Australia. Se trata de una versión más primitiva del perro doméstico que llegó al continente desde Asia hace miles de años.

El cruce y la matanza los han reducido en número, pero los perros salvajes que viven en Fraser Island son considerados algunos de los ejemplares más puros de la raza en Australia.

Al ser un continente isla, Australia ofrece una variedad de lugares para navegar.

Comenzando en el norte, encontramos aguas tropicales azules y la Gran Barrera de Coral para explorar. En la costa oeste, la belleza escabrosa y remota de la región de Kimberley cautiva a navegantes intrépidos. Mientras que la belleza de Tasmania en el Mar del Sur atrae a otros más rústicos. Luego se encuentra la

“ tropical blue water and the Great Barrier Reef to explore. On the west coast the rugged and remote beauty of the Kimberly region appeals to intrepid sailors. While the southern ocean beauty of Tasmania draws a more rugged sort.

Then there’s the Queensland and New South Wales coast—a benign stretch of ocean that boasts surf towns, barrier islands and sheltered waterways which might make you think you’ve found the down-under lovechild of Southern California and the Florida Keys.

The east coast region begins with the Great Sandy Straight; a meandering, mangrove-lined waterway that begins in Hervey Bay, famous for its humpback whale migrations. It ends 70 kilometres and dozens of peaceful anchorages

costa de Queensland y Nueva Gales del Sur, un bondadoso tramo del océano que hace alarde de pueblos de surfistas, islas de barrera de coral y cursos de agua protegidos que parecen una combinación del sur de California y los Cayos de Florida.

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later at the bar at Wide Bay. If you’ve ever crossed a bar (or entered the pass of a South Pacific atoll for that matter) you’ll know timing is everything. Water that’s churning with whirlpools and standing waves will slacken to still—if you’ve managed to cross at the right moment.

Knowing Wide Bay can be deadly; we were cautious with our timing and double checked our estimate with the local volunteer marine rescue unit. As we headed out from the protected estuary into the open ocean, the water grew shallow, the waves steepened, but then we were out. The water turned brilliant blue and sandy cliffs unfolded on our starboard side. With 65 miles to cover, we unfurled our spinnaker and started to fly, sailing in company with six other big cats, but gradually, one by one, we overtook each of them. Soon colourful sails dotted the water behind us and the surf town of Mooloolaba was just visible on the horizon.

Mooloolaba with its posh homes, and winding canals lined with luxury yachts looks like Newport Beach CA, or parts of Florida.

We wound our way past the palm-fringed walkways filled with s unday afternoon fun

agitada con remolinos y ondas estacionarias se calmará hasta detenerse, si logras cruzar en el momento justo.

Conocer Wide Bay puede ser mortal; nosotros tuvimos mucho cuidado al elegir el momento y verificamos nuestro cálculo con la unidad local de voluntarios de rescate marítimo. A medida que nos alejábamos del protegido estuario para entrar en mar abierto, las aguas se hacían cada vez más bajas y las olas más altas pero luego ya estábamos fuera. El agua se volvió de color azul brillante y acantilados de arena aparecieron a estribor. Con 65 millas por delante, desplegamos la vela y comenzamos a volar. Navegábamos en compañía de otros seis grandes veleros pero, gradualmente, los fuimos pasando uno por uno. Pronto, coloridas velas pintaban el agua detrás de nosotros y el pueblo de surfistas de Mooloolaba comenzaba a divisarse en el horizonte.

Mooloolaba, con sus lujosas casas y sinuosos canales repletos de yates de lujo, se asemeja a Newport Beach California, o a algunas partes de Florida. Nos abrimos paso para atravesar los senderos bordeados por palmeras repletos de diversión de domingo por la tarde y muelles atestados, para llegar a un lugar cómodo. Una

and chock-o-block marinas to the anchorage at the back and found a snug spot. Then, once settled, we headed to explore the surf beaches.

Crowded with kids, surfboards and colourful umbrellas, the beach was straight out of a 1960’s beach party movie. It had the feel of wholesome kitsch and after setting up our beach blanket, I watched the surfers bob in the swell. Now and again one would pop up and glide effortlessly toward shore—like they were born to it. Which, when I noticed the age of the startlingly small grommets (young surfers), I decided they may well be.

From Mooloolaba, we sailed the next leg to Morton Bay-a 125 kilometre long bay with some 360 islands scattered throughout the shallow waters. Our destination was Moreton Island.

Anchoring behind the wrecks at Tangalooma, we set off for an hour taking a long hike down the beach, enjoying the pristine silence and the view of whales swimming on the horizon.

With our time out in the island winding down and the lure of the city beckoning, we tried to make the most of Moreton Island. Essentially a big sand one, we discovered the fun of sand surfing on Mt Tempest; a 285 m sand one that is thought to be the tallest dune in the world.

vez que nos establecimos, nos dirigimos a explorar las playas de surf.

Desde Mooloolaba navegamos el siguiente tramo a Morton Bay, una bahía de 125 kilómetros de largo con alrededor de 360 islas esparcidas por las aguas poco profundas. Nuestro destino era Moreton Island. Después de fondear detrás de los barcos hundidos en Tangalooma, comenzamos una caminata de una hora por la playa, disfrutando el silencio remoto y la vista de las ballenas que nadaban en el horizonte.

Con el tiempo en la isla que se nos agotaba y lo atractivo de la ciudad, intentamos sacarle provecho a Moreton Island. Si bien esencialmente es una gran duna de arena, descubrimos la diversión de hacer sand-board en Mt Tempest, una duna de arena de 285 metros que se considera la más alta del mundo.

Deslizarse desde semejante altura ofrece una vista que se extiende desde Moreton Bay hasta las montañas Glass House, picos montañosos nombrados por el Capitán Cook cuando navegó estas mismas aguas en 1770, y a Brisbane, la ciudad que en poco tiempo sería nuestro hogar.

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We discovered the fun of sand surfing on Mt tempest; a 285 m sand dune that is thought to be the tallest dune in the world.

Sledding down from its height offered a view that stretches across Moreton Bay to the Glass House Mountains—peaks Captain Cook had named when he sailed these same waters in 1770 and to Brisbane, a city we’d shortly call home.

As the sun rose on our final day we were sailing across the bay and we could see the city’s high rises silhouetted in the distance.

“It really is a city.” I said to my husband Evan.

After not seeing a major city since leaving Mexico, they had become mythical places to us and Brisbane seemed unreal. Winding our way up the river—watching the landscape change from wilderness to industry, to suburb, to metropolis—reality kicked in. I never felt as small on my boat as I did as we motored up the river past the city centre. Even in the middle of the ocean our boat felt bigger. But here—against the backdrop of modern glass and steel, I felt like our little sailboat, which carried us through such wondrous places, was at the beginning of another grand adventure.

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ciudad recortada a la distancia. “Es una ciudad realmente”, le dije a mi esposo Evan.

Luego de no ver una gran ciudad desde que nos fuimos de México, se habían vuelto lugares míticos para nosotros y Brisbane parecía real. Concluyendo nuestro camino por el río, observando cómo el paisaje cambia de la naturaleza a la industria, a los suburbios y a la metrópolis, nos golpeó la realidad. Nunca me sentí tan pequeña en mi barco como cuando navegábamos por el río pasando por el centro de la ciudad. Incluso en el medio del océano nuestro barco se sentía más grande. Pero acá, contra el fondo de la modernidad de vidrio y acero, sentí que nuestro pequeño velero, que nos condujo por lugares maravillosos, se encontraba en el comienzo de otra gran aventura.

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Dressing for Comfort Warm Winter Luxuries to Covet.

Vestir con comfort Lujos para este invierno.

GIRARD-PERREGAUX Mission of Mermaids Sea Hawk diving watch in steel and rubber, $11,600, girard-perregaux.com

WOOLRICH JOHN RICH & BROS., Northbase Peacoat in midnight blue, $550, woolrich.eu

BILLS KHAKIS DEER SKIN GLOVES (in black, brown and natural), $75, billskhakis.com

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is the season! Not just to be jolly or to jet off to a balmy destination and thaw out on holiday. It’s the time to slow down, cozy up and relax. Be it with a glass of Scotch by a roaring fire after a winter sail or lounging in the berth over a great book. This winter, style is all about texture, layers and snug fabrics. There’s nothing better than fine-ply cashmere to do the trick. Try luxurious, day options like these upcycled cashmere sweaters and pillows from Burning Torch or a Canali cashmere sweater, which is lined with an orylag fur hood.

On the hunt for something a bit less opulent? Woolrich John Rich & Bros’ Northbase peacoat is refined, yet subtle. For those hands that need heating, slip on a hardy pair of Bills Khakis deer skin gloves and for your head a Bally’s fanciful, fur-lined

VILEBREQUIN HOLIDAY Edition matching fatherson Polar Bear swimsuit; $235 for men, $115 (size 2-6) or $145 (size 8-14) for boys; vilebrequin.com

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ERNEST ALEXANDER BEDFORD camo bags in canvas (limited-edition), from $395, ernestalexander.com

BEAU TIES LTD. of Vermont Britannia bow tie, $59, beautiesltd.com

PANERAI LUMINOR 1950 3 DAYS CHRONO FLYBACK. $13,000 - www.panerai.com

GANT BY MICHAEL BASTIAN GS Wellsy sunglasses, $195, gant.com

MARNI men’s crewneck sweater, price upon request, marni.com

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lega la época de festejar y relajarse sea con una copa de whisky al calor de una chimenea después de navegar o descansando con un buen libro en cubierta. Este invierno, las tendencias de moda se enfocan más que nada en materiales como el cashmere y la piel. Lo último de esta temporada es el cashmere reciclado como el de los jerseys y cojines de Burning Torch, o los suéters de cashmere puro de Canali que llevan capucha de piel de conejo orylag. Una opción un poco más discreta sería el abrigo de lana Northbase de Woolrich John Rich & Bros.

Para proteger las manos, nada mejor que un par de guantes de piel de ciervo de Bills Khakis y para la cabeza una gorra de piel de la línea “Everest” de Bally. Y al subir a cubierta,

RALPH LAUREN TEAM USA (Official 2014 Winter Olympic Edition) blanket, mittens and hat, $85-148, ralphlauren.com

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FASHION & YACHTING LIFESTYLE | MODA Y ESTILO DE VIDA NÁUTICO

GEORGE FROST DOUBLE STRAND HARPOON BRACELET IN RUST, $108, lulufrost.com

BURNING TORCH “UPCYCLED” cashmere sweater, $525, burningtorchinc.com

CANALI pure cashmere toggle sweater with orylag fur hood, $3,000, canali.it

BALLY OF SWITZERLAND FAWN HAT, price upon request, bally.com

“Everest” hat. When one must dash to the deck, keep yourself comfy in a Pajar Canada’s wind-proof jacket with a rabbit lined hood.

The smart yachtsmen and women who flee to sunnier waters can throw on a sharp pair of GANT by Michael Bastian shades and a whimsical Vilebrequin bathing suit. But no matter if the port that your vessel sails into is in Maine or Martinique, there’ll be need to celebrate. For formal events, give the bow tie a go! Beau Ties “Britannia” style is the perfect fit for a classy seaman. Afterwards, when it’s time to unwind, change into something classic and casual such as a Ralph Lauren PJ set. It’s the best way to recharge en vogue.

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no se olvide de ponerse una chaqueta de Pajar Canada forrada de piel de conejo.

Para los navegantes más listos que se refugian en aguas cálidas, están las gafas de sol Gant de Michael Bastian y los originales trajes de baño de Vilebrequin. No importa donde navegue, sea Maine o Martinique, tendrán motivo para celebrar. Para una reunión formal prueben la corbata de moño “Britannia” de Beau Ties, que es perfecta para un evento clásico. Después para descansar, elija un pijama de Ralph Lauren. Una buena manera de reenergizarse con estilo.

PAJAR Canada’s cougar red jacket with suede trim and removable rabbit fur hood, $645, pajar.com

TECH & SAFETY | TECNOLOGIA Y SEGURIDAD

Top 5 Best Mobile Apps for Navigation

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hoosing the right navigation app is no easy feat. Some cost a few precious boat bucks just to download, and “free” doesn’t necessarily mean “less” when it comes to features. With the recent news that NOAA will stop printing paper charts this April, iPads are fast replacing chart plotters

on the bridge or in the cockpit.

As a former cruiser, I often relied on print cruising guides to learn about a new port or cruising area. As we all know, this kind of information is always in flux. And there’s the rub: How do we get the latest information, preferably from other cruisers? The answer: AC. For the past few years ActiveCaptain (AC) has grown and expanded to include over 100,000 boaters who write reviews and updates on anchorages, ports, hazards, facilities and more, all around the world.

Sail with confidence with any of the five navigation apps below. They all include ActiveCaptain data as an overlay for members. (AC membership is free).

SKIPPER (Ver 1.2) Trailerbehind, Inc. Free The newest offering in the Apps Store is Skipper and the free version isn’t just a trial; it includes a handy NOAA online chart viewer for onshore planning and satellite imagery on shore. For the Pro version you pay an annual fee of $12/year and you don’t have to pay extra for the charts you’ve already paid the Government for in taxes. NOAA Charts are auto-updated (or choose Google Earth or Topo maps, including historic topos. What fun!). All is cached and displayed offline very seamlessly except weather and Google Earth which require an online connection. It also does routes/waypoints and real-time navigation (which Garmin’s app doesn’t do). Your subscription syncs your personal data and routes, waypoints, tracks, etc. between your multiple devices. Raster charts (the best!) load fast and look great since they are mosaic-ed together and are only 1.8GB each for the smallest possible download size. Skipper’s creator, Andrew Johnson says that Inland Rivers Charts including all NOAA vector charts will be added soon and he is working on ways to integrate Open Street Map technology. Perhaps my dream of having one app that shows both Charts and Maps may soon become real!

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Garmin BlueChart Mobile (Ver 1.4) Garmin International Free (Charts are available via in-app purchase and range from $30- -$70).

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BlueChart uses vector charts with features such as search, routes, waypoints, weather stations (choose

conditions overlay showing dew points, temperatures, wind direction and speed, water temp, visibility) GRIB weather with wave heights and period, celestial data, measuring feature and real-time tracking.

Each icon gives great details when tapped. Lots of overlay features can clutter up the chart but choosing which ones to view is easy using the cool “radial chart object menu”.

www Charts & Tides (Ver 4.7) Navimatics $19.99

The first full resolution, seamless charting iPad app. Charts&Tides uses NOAA and CHS vector cartography. Covers all of U.S. and Canada and cost $20-$40. New features include AIS support, Closest Point of Approach (CPA) computations and alerts, more connectivity options for GPS (WiFi, GPSD), new Dead Reckoning Mode and interface improvements.

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PolarView MX (Ver 1.2.4) PolarNavy $3.99 From the folks who brought you affordable PC and MacOS charting. Their PolarView MX app for iPhone or iPad offers both vector and raster chart viewing combined with extensive instrument support that many mariners are seeking. Chart coverage includes U.S. and U.K. and world-wide charts are available.

SEAiq (Ver 3.4.0) Sakhalin, LLC $9.99 Developed by software engineer/live aboard world cruiser, Mark Hayden. SEAiq uses free NOAA vector charts. Try SEAiq Free first, then upgrade to SEAiq USA or Open for $9.99 with in app purchase to enable all features. SEAiq Open allows you to use your own vector charts. (S-57, S-63, CM93, iENC, BSB, and KAP) or you can purchase charts for anywhere in the world from ChartWorld. Also, with Inland ENC support, you can download hundreds for free charts for many rivers in Europe. Other features: Import/export waypoints and routes. NMEA data, AIS, Track recording, GRIB weather downloads, anchor alarm, instrument data, TCP/IP WiFi NEMA data.

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The home is well laid out for entertaining to include a formal living room with tray ceiling, and a formal dining room, as well as a media room with wet bar and table decorated with pecky cedar walls and “Chicago” used brick.

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