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THE NEW SC35

AN INTERVIEW WITH STEVE COULTATE AND CARSTEN ASTHEIMER

SC38 – THE JOURNEY SO FAR

TV PRESENTER VICKY BUTLER HENDERSON UNVEILS SEALINE’S NEW ADDITION

OPEN & SHUT CASE

BOAT REPORT – SEALINE SC38

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Foreword Welcome to the latest issue of Instinct magazine, bringing you the latest news, customer stories and new products from Sealine.

I hope you are enjoying the long summer days of the current boating season and spending some quality time on the water.

As we approach the beginning of the main boat show season with Cannes in September, we also look ahead to the launch of our exciting new product – the much anticipated SC35 which will make its debut at the Southampton Boat Show. We talk to Steve Coultate, Sealine’s Managing Director and Carsten Astheimer, Design Director about the new model as they share their thoughts and views.

F42/5 customer Justin Adams shares the secrets of boating around Scotland’s beautiful west coast, whilst Sealine Sea School Captain Richard Corbett gives his insight into boating on the Solent.

We celebrate Italian distributor Solcio’s 50th anniversary and talk to UK dealer Penton Hook about their recent well deserved Reader Service Award from IPC Media.

And with the Cannes, Southampton and Genoa boat shows coming up, there’s plenty of opportunities to catch up with friends and see some great boats.

Enjoy the rest of the season and I look forward to seeing you at one of the shows.

Take care

Nick Powell Head of Marketing – Sealine International Ltd

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Contents 10 The new SC35

An interview with Steve Coultate and Carsten Astheimer

16 SC38 – The journey so far

The INSTINCT team...

18 Open & Shut Case

Boat report – Sealine SC38

27 Southampton Boat Show

Europe’s largest purpose built on-water boat show

40 Thames Boat Sales Bray Marine and Penton Hook

50 Secrets of Scotland

Kirsty Hill Marketing Co-ordinator Sealine International Ltd E-mail: kirsty.hill@sealine.com

Scotsman Justin Adams experiences Scotland’s stunning scenery from the comfort of his Sealine F42/5

57 Cannes International Boat & Yacht Show

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62 Sealine Sales France

Steve Streetly Editorial Director steve@mmcmedia.com

78 A childhood dream come true New Sealine owner John Reddington on board his SC29

84 The Solent Chris Shorley Advertising Director chris@mmcmedia.com

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BENTLEY BIRMINGHAM 2 Wingfoot Way, Fort Dunlop, Birmingham B24 9HF. Tel: 0121 306 4000 www.bentleymotors.com/bentleybirmingham The names ‘Bentley’, ‘Continental GTC’ and the ‘B’ in wings device are registered trademarks. © 2007 Bentley Motors Limited. Model shown: Bentley Continental GTC, price £130,500. All prices mrrp. Official fuel consumption figures for the Bentley range in mpg (l/100km): Urban 10.8 (26.2) – 9.8 (28.8); Extra Urban 23.7 (11.9) – 20.1 (14.1); Combined 16.5 (17.1) – 14.5 (19.5). CO2 emissions (g/km): 410 – 465.

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The new SC35 An interview with Steve Coultate and Carsten Astheimer

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ollowing the launch of the SC38, Sealine have followed up with the latest contender – a modern, stylish and practical 35ft sports convertible. Sealine’s Managing Director Steve Coultate and Design Director Carsten Astheimer share their thoughts on Sealine’s next new product.

Steve Coultate

Q: What can you tell me about the SC35?

SC: This new boat represents the next important

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step for Sealine from a performance, exterior and interior features and styling point of view.

It builds on the very strong reception that the SC29 received and the SC38 earlier this year. It demonstrates a number of core strengths that Sealine has built up over the years including superb use of space, light airy interiors, well thought out layout and our unique convertible roof system.

CA: It represents modern styling and quality

craftsmanship yet is a bold step forward with respect to design, characterised by a fullness of shape. This gives more space, with clean and crisp surfaces, plan view symmetry and an overall visual simplicity. Key features include the use of space and natural light below deck, a comfortable cockpit, a hull designed in collaboration with Ocke Mannerfelt, and the ability to close and open the fully retractable, convertible roof in seconds.

Q: What was the idea behind launching a boat of this size?

SC: It was a natural move following the success of the SC29 and the SC38, and combines the thinking and knowledge gained on the development of these boats to replace the S34 which has been a fantastically popular Sealine.

CA: SC35 will be the next natural successor to the S34,

originally launched in 1998. This size of boat is also part of Sealine’s core product strengths, fitting in naturally with the SC range which comprises the innovative SC29 and more recently, the SC38 launched earlier this year at the London Boat Show.

Q: Why another coupe?

SC: The demand for coupes in other boat sizes made the SC35 the next natural step. Customers really appreciate the ability to have a ‘wind in the hair’ feel of an open boat but also the ability to protect instantly against the elements.

CA: We wanted to complete the soft top convertible sports range which has already been a great success.

Q: How do you think this latest model represents Sealine in terms of design direction?

SC: I am tremendously excited by the SC35. It continues the development that we saw with the SC38. It takes

the natural colours, clean lines and styling to a new level whilst never forgetting the practical and performance characteristics that Sealine has always been renowned for.

We were determined not to make this boat a “me too” offering. We were aiming for a product which excited people, that offered something truly different and modern but also which had widespread appeal to our loyal customer base and beyond.

CA: The SC35 will be a corner stone for the new Sealine

design direction – pure full shapes cut with taught lines which create a crisp and clean design. Visual simplicity, symmetry and comfort are recurring themes throughout.

Q: What features does the SC35 have?

SC: It shares the same convertible roof concept as the

SC38 – quick and easy to use offering versatility to move from ‘open’ boating to a covered cockpit within seconds.

The design team have worked hard to maximise volume throughout the craft and the saloon skylight provides more light, creating an even bigger sense of space. >>

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The spacious cockpit includes a sink and grill for sociable and comfortable dining. The double helm has been designed for maximum visibility and comfort.

CA: It has a new interpretation of some key Sealine

features – the saloon skylight and convertible roof to name just two. It is however setting new standards for many areas in the boat - seating is deeper and we have used dual density foam cushions (specific to Sealine) for more comfortable seating, and a simple yet effective all new bolster seat mechanism has been introduced. The furniture has also set new standards of craftsmanship and seaworthiness with stronger and deeper edging and a softening of all sharp edges with the use of solid walnut.

The interior comfort is also characterized through the colours materials and finishes – black and washed walnut wood combined with the primary natural pallet of ivory, chocolate brown and silver blue fabrics. The secondary pallet offers a fresh contrast with lime green, papaya orange and dark blueberry tones.

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Q: How would you describe the SC35?

SC: The best of modern British design and

engineering; a blend of clean, natural styling, excellent accommodation, great performance, practical features and innovations.

CA: The SC35 can be described as having great

practical innovations using premium quality materials and craftsmanship, exceptional use of space, and all executed with a clean, comfortable design.

Q: How do you hope customers will perceive SC35?

SC: First impressions of a great design are sometimes

to feel slightly challenged, then fall in love with it. This is what we found when SC38-001 was shown at the London International Boat Show earlier this year, and four months later, the same boat appeared in Lake Maggiore in Italy at the 50th birthday anniversary of Solcio, our Italian distributor. At 11pm as the spotlights danced on the water and classical music played, the guests assembled on the terrace of an island restaurant overlooking the water. SC38 – 001

came out of the darkness and into view. I have to say it looked fabulous – it truly was the most attractive boat on the lake. That’s how I would like it to be with the SC35.

CA: The practical innovations will give ease of

use; the use of space means the boat will be great for families and friends. It’s a very social boat and the overall quality will give the product reliability therefore the confidence to be adventurous.

Q: What will set the SC35 apart from the competition?

SC: The sociable and spacious saloon area has a

SC35 also shares many of the same features as the SC38 which received a very strong reception and was noted for its innovation. These features – the convertible roof system, full beam skylight, excellent use of space and well thought out layout will undoubtedly contribute to its success and set it apart from other boats in its class by other manufacturers.

CA: The SC35 has great use of space – no other

boat has 5 permanent berths, a walk-in shower and galley, and comfortable convertible sofa in the lower deck. It has the most sociable, comfortable cockpit, a unique convertible roof and saloon skylight which, at a competitive price, will set it apart from the competition.

deep sofa and chaise – ideal for relaxing and dining comfortably. This provides quick and easy transition from dining/entertaining to cruising to lounging. The double doors from the saloon open into the forward cabin allowing an open plan feel and gives an overall impression of space flowing throughout the boat. 3 permanent berths in the aft cabin and an additional sky light promotes the light and airy feel throughout the boat.

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SC38 The journey so far Earlier this year, Sealine launched the SC38 at the London Boat Show. This innovative sports cruiser incorporates modern interior and exterior styling with distinctive features.

Practical and stylish, light and spacious, the SC38 includes a unique convertible roof system, striking two-tone hull and full beam saloon skylight.

Since leaving the Sealine factory, SC38 has travelled extensively, met the world’s press, been to the Med and back and was unveiled

by TV presenter Vicky Butler Henderson.

Quite a journey in just a few months.

We’ll let the pictures do the talking….

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Boat Report Sealine SC38

At a Glance

Length 39ft 4in (11.99m) Flat out 39.0 knots Test engines Twin 350hp Volvo D6-350DPH Price from £218,585 inc UK VAT (225hp)

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nother day, another hardtop boat. Soon, open sportscruisers will be seen as the radical design option! But then hardtops seem to suit everybody, not just those who go boating in temperate climes: protection from the blazing sun as well as the blazing rain, no annoying fiddling with unco-operative canvas canopies at the end of a relaxing day’s cruising, and the big bonus of being able to use your cockpit as a second elevated saloon, open air or otherwise. Altogether, hardtops have a strong argument in their favour.

The soft option

But it’s not the end of the decision-making. Designers still have to choose between a ‘hard’ hardtop with a solid sunroof or a ‘soft’ hardtop with a fabric sunroof. Although the consensus seems to be that a well-designed solid sunroof can look classier, the soft option favoured by Sealine aboard the SC38 offers three considerable advantages.

Firstly, solid hardtops are often perceptibly noisier with their roofs shut, whereas the SC38 is quieter because its soft fabric canopy reflects far less noise. One small section of our prototype boat’s sunroof did whistle under way when it was closed, but presumably Sealine will cure this.

A second point is that the SC38’s fabric sunroof is also remarkably speedy to deploy: between five and ten seconds to open or close, so long as you push the roof back dead straight so the sliders at each side of the roof run smoothly. Finally, the soft option’s principal advantage is sheer size. With relatively little parking space needed for the concertined fabric, the opening can be huge – maybe not twice the size of a solid roof but certainly far greater.

Consequently, with the roof open the SC38 feels far more akin to an open-topped sportscruiser than a conventional hardtop does. If you want fresh air and a wonderful view of the sky, it doesn’t get much better than on board the SC38, and given that this feeling is precisely what steers some buyers towards open sportscruisers and away from hardtops, this is a big plus.

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Boat Report Sealine SC38

Excellent galley, but the wood-effect laminate and cheerless grey locker linings are an uncomfortable contrast with the classy finish on the real wood floor, stainless galley trim, and upmarket countertop.

Classy new helm looks great and works well. Logoed cup holders (above) add class.

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With the roof closed and covers on, the cockpit almost feels like a saloon. The waterproof seat fabric dries quickly.

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Bright feel inside thanks to large opening portholes and huge skylights overhead.

Driving the SC38

Here at MBY, we like rough weather – it helps to test a boat as thoroughly as possible. So the forecast for the day sounded great – a gusty Force 6 with 2m waves.

The reality was closer to a blustery Force 5, with no more than 2-3ft waves, but still plenty rough enough to stretch a beamy nine-tonne boat with a hull length of 35ft 0in (10.68m). This hull is identical to the outgoing S38 we tested three years ago (MBY September 2003), but with the burden of extra weight, particularly at the rear. This comes from the lengthy glassfibre hardtop, with the hefty D6-350DPH Volvos also adding around 400kg (880lb) at the stern compared with the KAD300-propelled S38. Our engineroom was also carrying extra cargo: the optional generator and full aircon package. Things were shaping up for a nose-in-the-air ride, and a bumpy one at that!

In the circumstances, the SC38 was full of surprises.

I’d anticipated the boat riding more bow up than the original S38. Instead, the new boat confounded expectations by running exceptionally level. Even with the sterndrive legs trimmed out to between +3.0˚ and +4.0˚, we recorded some of our lowest trim figures ever at around +3.0˚ – on a par with the exceptionally low trim usually achieved by stepped-hull boats. And despite having to drive its beamy form through the nasty Solent chop, the SC38 offered a remarkably smooth ride.

Thanks to its low trim angles, the SC38 kept its deepvee bow sections effectively immersed without help from the sterndrive legs or the trim tabs, so trimming it was a breeze. Nor did we have to slow down in these conditions – the boat would run quite comfortably around 31 knots without complaining, and even the

full 39 knots was possible with a little more bumping along the way.

Smooth ride aside, the SC38 does have a different feel to more slender boats, such as the Fairline Targa 38 or the Windy 37 Grand Mistral. Although the SC38 is beamier, it needs a lot more trim tab to correct any wind-induced heel. It has a livelier ride too, and you would swear that the boat is either smaller or lighter than its aforementioned counterparts, even though that’s not the case. In the turns, the SC38 performs very well, only losing speed conspicuously when you perform crazy full-lock, full-speed turns. Cornering like a madman in bumpy conditions normally results in the chine or the lower edges of the topsides banging uncomfortably, but the SC38 was remarkably smooth here too. It’s not easy to bestow a voluminous cruising boat with a smooth upwind ride – Huntons and Windys are thin for a reason – so this is a real achievement for the SC38.

With exceptionally sprightly handling and 39 knots on tap from the largest 350hp D6 Volvos, the boat’s impressive ride would amount to naught if the driver’s lot were poor. Fortunately, it is excellent. The dash is clearly laid out with the big chart plotter in the ideal If you want place, a perfectly sited compass, and nothing out of fresh air and reach even for shorties. There are three different resting places for odds and ends. a wonderful Whatever your height, the view out is very good, helped by those low trim angles and a non-reflective view of dash. The central mullion is wafer thin – I barely the sky, it noticed it at all – but I’m convinced that even the doesn’t get mildest of front windscreen tints (as on the SC38) should be banished to the dustbin marked ‘unsafe at much better sea’. Despite having a fixed helm seat, the SC38’s than this ergonomics are fine. The seat is unusual in that the

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We like The workings of the elongated ‘soft’ hardtop, which bring the SC38 much closer to the open-air feel on board an open sportscruiser than a conventional ‘hard’ hardtop; the impressive speed and ride quality, which are surprisingly good for such a voluminous sportscruiser.

We don’t like The subjective disparity in the quality and feel of some of the internal fi nishes.

Berth base rises up on gas struts to provide easy access to the big locker underneath.

Even the heads has a large stainless steel porthole.

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Shower and heads compartment are kept separate with dual acess from the cabin and saloon.

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Aft cabin benefits from a third occasional berth.

bolster does not flip up, but instead hinges from its front edge. Although this places the helmsman unusually close to the adjustable wheel, it worked fine for me (short) and for Lester (not short). However, if your shape is more Jo Brand than Russell Brand, you will probably find the space between the wheel and the seat a squeeze.

In theory, our 39.0 knots with the largest 350hp D6 Volvo sterndrives translates into a respectable 31 knots with the smallest D4-225hp, 33-34 with the D4-260hp, and 36-37 with the D6-310hp. As always though, the engine’s torque characteristics and the overall weight and balance of the boat have a considerable effect too. Consequently, my instincts suggest that the D4-260s should work well on a lightly loaded boat, but I’d tend to skip the D4-225hp and weighty D6-310hp options, and given how well our test boat rode in the rough conditions, go for the D6-350hp if you can.

Accommodation

Nowadays, it seems that we just can’t get enough light down below. Builders are obliging with ever larger windows, portholes and skylights, packing them in wherever there is a gap in between what’s left of the surrounding structure. Still, few have gone as far as Sealine have on their SC38, fitting the biggest stainless ports possible wherever they can, and – strikingly – a pair of huge skylights directly over the middle of the saloon. Fortunately, these are not blanketed in any way by the hardtop – look up and you see straight through the large front windscreens and up to the sky above. It’s a wonderful feeling.

Down below, there were two other highlights: the

luxury of a large shower compartment separate from the main heads, and the impressive galley. It’s a fair size but it’s more the detail that impresses –for example, the capacious drawer for pots and pans, the deep basin with its large domestic kitchen tap, the numerous tumbler holders built into one of the lockers, and the large opening port to waft away smells. Easily the most innovative feature, however, is the stainless steel trench that runs behind the countertop. This could be used as a secure berth for everyday items such as tea, coffee and mugs. But thanks to its drain, it can also be used as an elongated draining board for the washing up – one of the few I’ve seen that would be safe to use under way.

The only thing I felt disappointed with in the galley, and to a lesser extent elsewhere too, was the disparity between some of the finishes. For example, the exquisitely finished hardwood saloon floor and the classy stainless steel in the galley genuinely would not have looked out of place on the multi-million pound Sunseeker 37M we explored at ExCeL. Yet the sharpedged laminates that constitute the bulk of the SC38’s furniture and doors look less like wood than any of the pseudo-wood laminate finishes that Sealine have used before.

Likewise, the superbly moulded glassfibre wardrobe linings for me formed an uncomfortable contrast with the cheerless grey laminate that lines the majority of the other lockers. Like all questions of style, this is an entirely subjective opinion – you may feel differently.

The ‘Wear & tear on furniture?’ in the Thumbs Down section is a question rather than a criticism.

The attention to detail and the day-today workings of the SC38 are well thought out

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Boat Report Sealine SC38

Sealine have increased the size and quality of fittings such as cleats, portholes and switches.

Optional metallic blue finish is in automotive paint sprayed over the gel-coat. Only time will tell how it withstands the abrasion from fenders.

Despite a nasty Solent chop, the beamy SC38 offered a remarkably smooth ride

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Plenty of space around the largest engines, the D6s.

D4s would provide even more.

with all of Sealine’s boats, the fuel system’s changeover valves are very clearly labelled – it would be difficult to make a mistake here. However, like almost all other European boats, there is little labelling on anything else; ten minutes with a labelling machine would help the less informed to find things in a hurry or an emergency.

Most obvious above decks is Sealine’s generosity with their handrails, which are sprinkled liberally around the cockpit – a crucial safety feature on a boat capable of 39 knots. Sealine have duplicated the great idea they developed on their SC29 (see MBY September 2005), where the sunbed infill for the main seating simply slides out from beneath its permanent home underneath (the table can be stored here too) and drops into place. However, they need to work on their heights – our cushion infill did not sit flush with the surrounding cushions, and that could prove uncomfortable.

Stowage comprises two under-seat lockers, a useful top-opening locker to the left of the companionway, Above and below decks and an invaluable large void under the helm seat, wide Down in the engineroom, Sealine’s moulded glassfibre enough for a liferaft and long enough for things like lining provides a neat and tidy cover for siting the deck brushes. Fenders have homes in the large anchor machinery, and it’s far easier to keep clean than a bare hull shell. Access to service items was fine, and although locker or down in the engineroom/lazarette. There are sportscruisers with better deck stowage (the Jeanneau at times this will involve a clamber over the engines for Prestige 34, for instance) but in general the SC38 holds secondary machinery, there’s enough room to do this and Volvo’s sturdy engine covers facilitate the process. As its own against the competition.

The SC38’s clean contemporary styling gives rise to sharp corners on the furniture, and only a season’s boating will show whether the exposed corners are more prone to accidental damage. However, Sealine clearly had similar thoughts, and have already instigated changes to future boats.

In general, the attention to detail and the day-to-day workings of the SC38 are well thought out. Classy switchgear taken from their bigger boats controls the lights, complete with dimmers. Unless you are taller than 6ft 3in (1.90m) you are unlikely to run out of headroom or berth length. Most of the stowage is easily accessible.

Back aft, there’s no room under the berths, so stowage is okay but not class best. Up front, the forward berth cushion splits across its width (so much more comfortable than the usual split along the berth’s length), allowing Sealine to provide a large and easily accessible moulded locker under the foot end of the berth.

Boat Report Sealine SC38

Datafile Sealine SC38 Verdict

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Hardtops may be the new black, with every Tom, Dick and Harry having a punt nowadays, but with their new SC38, Sealine’s designers have managed to conjure a unique package. As much as anything, this is down to the workings of its elongated hardtop that has the potential to provide owners with an experience that comes remarkably close to the wind-in-thehair feeling on board an open sportscruiser.

At a stroke, this hardtop also turns the SC38 into an all-weather boat suitable for temperate climes. But it’s not just North European boaters who’ll benefit – with the sun blazing ever more brightly everywhere, we all need more protection from extreme sunshine, so Med boaters benefit too.

If you intend to use the SC38 for cruising, you’re unlikely to be disappointed. It offers reasonable stowage down below, excellent headroom and berth lengths, and a fine galley – four prerequisites for a good cruising boat. It adds to this mix a shower compartment separate from the main heads – a boon for early morning ablutions – and an abundance of ventilation and natural light, in particular through its overhead saloon skylights.

There is another important strand to consider. Often, a choice has to be made between a voluminous cruising boat and a more slender rough-weather machine. But not with the SC38. Okay, ultimately it’s not quite in the same league as the slimmer Fairline Targa 38, but its lively handling and rough-weather ride are impressive enough that you would probably only begrudge the modest differences if you were driving hard through seas that most of us would normally choose to avoid. When it comes to outright performance, the SC38 has the 35.4-knot (on test) Targa 38 beaten with its nippy 39 knots. This gives the SC38 the potential to cover a huge amount of ground very quickly – imagine, cruising from Hamble to Dartmouth in four hours! MBY

Overall length 39ft 4in (11.99m) Hull length 35ft 0in (10.68m) ex pulpit & platform Beam 12ft 3in (3.74m) Displacement 8.15 tonnes light, 8.99 tonnes loaded

(loaded = light + 100% fuel & water) Draught 3ft 1in (0.94m) Air draught 13ft 2in (4.00m) Fuel capacity 149 imp gal (678 litres) Water capacity 60 imp gal (274 litres)

Ups ➤ Workings of hardtop ➤ Dash & helm position ➤ Handling, ride & speed ➤ Canny practical details ➤ Dinette/sunbed conversions ➤ Abundant cockpit handrails ➤ Easy side boarding ➤ Light inside accommodation

Sealine SC38 layout

RPM SPEED TRIM GPH MPG RANGE

2,100 2,300 2,500 2,700 15.5 17.9 22.4 25.9 4.5˚ 5.0˚ 4.5˚ 4.0˚ 8.2 10.2 12.4 15.0 1.89 1.75 1.81 1.73 225 209 214 205

2,900 29.3 3.5˚ 18.0 1.62 194

3,100 3,300 32.5 35.7 3.0˚ 3.0˚ 21.7 26.3 1.50 1.36 178 162

3,500 39.0 2.5˚ 30.8 1.27 151

Speed in knots. GPH & MPG figures use imperial gallons. Range in nautical miles and allows for 20% reserve. Calculated figures based on standard (idealised) engine propeller demand data, your figures may vary considerably.

96% fuel, negligible water, 3 crew, no stores. 16˚C air temp, 1,024mb pressure. light chop, Force 3 to 4 for speed trials.

Slow cruising 25.9 knots, 205 miles @ 2,700rpm Fast cruising 34.1 knots, 170 miles @ 3,200rpm Flat out 39.0 knots, 151 miles @ 3,500rpm SOUND LEVELS dB(A) Saloon Cockpit Cruising @ 26 knots 82 84 Fast cruising @ 34 knots 84 86 Flat out @ 39 knots 86 87 Price from Price from Designer RCD category Contact

£218,585 inc UK VAT (twin 225hp) £243,847 inc UK VAT (twin 350hp) Sealine, 2006 B (for 10 people) Sealine International Tel: +44 (0)1562 749100

Fax: +44 (0)1562 747709 Email: sealine@sealine.com Website: www.sealine.com

Helm 83 84 85

Test Engines Twin Volvo D6-350DPH. 350hp @ 3,500rpm. 6-cylinder 5.5-litre diesels.

Volvo DPH sterndrive legs

downs ➤ Disparity in finishes ➤ Mildly tinted front screen ➤ Wear & tear on furniture?

Rivals

Bavaria 38 Sport HT Jeanneau Prestige 34 HT

None of the SC38’s rivals offer the same mix of pros and cons. The shorter and more slender Windy 37 Grand Mistral can’t match the SC38 for room on board, and the same goes for the Nimbus 35 Nova Coupé. However, both these boats offer an exceptional all-weather cruising experience. More akin to the mainstream SC38 is the Bavaria 38 Sport HT, but even this differs because it comes only with Volvo’s 310hp IPS400. The SC38 really scores with its hardtop. Closed up tight, it feels almost as snug as any ‘hard’ hardtop boat, but with its enormous soft fabric sunroof rolled back, no other boat gets as close to being an open sportscruiser.

One threat for those on a budget may come from a smaller boat. The beamy Jeanneau Prestige 34 hardtop sports an outstanding deck, and it even surpasses the SC38 for deck stowage. The 34 took fi rst place in the ‘Engineering, Construction and Build Quality’ section of our hardtop group test (MBY July 2005), but it doesn’t have anywhere like the SC38’s gentle ride in bumpy conditions.

Of course, its twin-cabin accommodation has less room, especially the single heads and galley, but it all works well, and just look at its price – £145,079 with D4260DPH sterndrives.

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Southampton Boat Show

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urope’s largest purpose built on-water boat show, the Southampton Boat Show, returns this September to Mayflower Park. The 39th Southampton Boat Show in association with ITV Meridian takes place from 14-23 September 2007.

Perfect for day trippers and enthusiasts alike, the event will see 130,000 people enjoying sailing, boating and activities on and under the water. The Southampton Boat Show is simply the place to be to check out all the latest boating gear or to discover a new hobby.

or on the door, this great “combination” ticket deal gives visitors the freedom to choose how they visit the UK's premier boat shows.

Tickets

Kids Go Free!

This year, National Boat Shows has launched a brand new, flexible Combi-ticket deal to offer visitors even greater value than ever before. Visitors can spend two full days at either show, or one day at both shows.

Available now via the ticket hotline on 0870 060 6090

The combi-ticket deal costs just £20 in advance or £25 on the door, giving visitors a saving of £5 over purchasing two separate tickets. Andrew Williams, NBS Managing Director, says: “Our brilliant combiticket deal offers great value and flexibility for people interested in visiting both boat shows – or simply planning a repeat trip.”

This great offer joins the latest combi-ticket deal giving families fantastic value for money. For the first time at the Southampton Boat Show, kids aged 15 and under get free admission – provided they are with a paying adult.

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HMS Bounty

As Pirates of the Caribbean 3 opened across the country on the 24th May, the Southampton Boat Show announced that HMS Bounty, one of the film’s featured ships, would be a star attraction at the Southampton Boat Show for the duration* in September.

Visitors to the Southampton Boat Show are able to climb on board this historic vessel and learn more

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about the most infamous mutiny of all time, which saw Fletcher Christian take control of HMS Bounty more than 200 years ago. There will be a self-tour that takes in the exhibition on the mutiny as well as the building of the ship and the crew will be on hand to answer questions.

James Gower, Director of Marketing at NBS comments: “We’re delighted that HMS Bounty, a ship of such historical importance as well as a famous

movie star, is coming to the Southampton Boat Show.

Such an attraction will generate mass appeal, and we’re expecting HMS Bounty to prove a real hit with visitors to the show.”

Attractions

Visitors to the show can also take the chance to enjoy the thrill of being out on the water with Try-a-Boat.

Daring visitors will get to choose from a selection of the latest RIBs, powerboats and yachts with options

to suit all levels, whether you're an intrepid beginner or a seasoned professional.

And don't miss Try-a-Dive, the chance to experience scuba diving for the first time. Just bring a swimsuit – the show will supply the wet suit, and friends and family can watch your underwater abilities on TV or chat to and learn about the impressive search and rescue operations that both HM Coastguard and RNLI's real life heroes carry out. >>

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Both HM Coastguard and the RNLI will be drawing in the crowds showing how it’s done throughout the show.

Visitors to the Southampton Boat Show also get the chance to go on the spectacular marina sponsored by Hydropool. This year, the Hydropool marina has over 370 boats afloat – believed to be the largest number of boats afloat ever at the Southampton Boat show.

Another favourite returning to the Southampton Boat Show is the ever-popular Miss Southampton Boat Show competition. Lovely local ladies or keen boaters will be encouraged to enter the competition that culminates on the final Saturday at the Show, with the lucky winner taking the crown.

*excluding Thursday 20 and Saturday 22 September 2007

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The restaurant is situated in the Grade II listed former banking hall which has been for more than a century a distinct landmark of Southampton’s lower High Street. In our days, a modern and light design has transformed the interior providing the impressive, yet friendly style and atmosphere of the venue.

The menu is inspired by both Continent and Britain. The elements of European cuisine co-exist respectfully with the English tradition and the restaurant believes that if you combine the quality of the locally sourced fresh produce with the flair, skills and creative imagination of the head chef Andrew Taylor-Rose then you get what is called “real cooking” and “real food”.

Its City Centre location, conveniently near the main transport routes, the Ocean Village Marina and the Boat Show Park makes it perfect for a number of occasions. You can enjoy a light lunch on the outside decking, a formal dinner in the private function room or a late supper in the main hall while the devotees of the “after a hard day’s work” drink or the early evening cocktail will discover that the mezzanine floor lounge is the ideal setting for their purposes.

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Among the daily dishes you will find classics like Sausage & Mash, Fishcakes, NV’s Burger and Liver & Bacon but also exquisite Shellfish Platters, Foie Gras & Truffle Terrine and Melon & Sauterne Consommé. In the words of the chef, “be assured that whatever does not sound traditional it looks wonderful and tastes amazing”.

129 High Street, Southampton, SO14 2BR www.nvsouthampton.com t: 023 8033 2255 f: 023 8023 8587 e: info@nvsouthampton.com

Daily specials, with emphasis on fish and seafood, are available along with the a la carte menu throughout the week. There are also a light lunch menu (from £5.00) and a multiple choice table d’hôte (£12.00 for two courses) while Sunday is dedicated to that great English roast (from £7.50) for which the restaurant recently obtained the services of the talented specialist chef Gareth White.

The robust, international wine list offers a selection of 26 choices from France, Spain, Italy, Germany, South Africa, Australia and California. A smaller, complimentary list of “fine & rare” wines, which changes frequently, also exists. For lighter refreshments there is an elegant cocktail menu and an extensive range of bottled beers including the champagne beer Kasteel Cru while a decent assortment of malt whiskeys should please the more demanding drinkers.

ENTERTAINMENT The venue is well known in the area for its Show Nights with live performances from artistes around the country. Specially designed Menus are available for larger parties along with these extra touches from the events team to make whatever occasion you celebrate a memorable event. In the words of the events team leader “we have never claimed the Party; it is our guests, be they formal or colourful and fashiony, who make it”. The restaurant has a late license until 2.00am.

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iewing ‘For the Love of God’, the artist’s diamond skull, at White Cube Mason’s Yard is restricted to ticket entry only. Tickets are available from White Cube Mason’s Yard on the day or to book in advance.

Opposite page: For the Love of God, 2007 Platinum, diamonds and human teeth 6¾ x 5 x 7½ in. (17.1 x 12.7 x 19.1 cm) © the artist Photo: Prudence Cuming Associates Ltd Courtesy Science Ltd and Jay Jopling/ White Cube (London)

For the Love of God, is a life-size cast of a human skull in platinum, covered entirely by 8,601 VVS to flawless pavé-set diamonds, weighing a total of 1,106.18 carats. It is without precedent in the history of art.

On one level, the work is a traditional ‘Memento Mori’, an object that addresses the transience of human existence. ‘The skull

is out of this world, celestial almost’ writes the distinguished art historian Rudi Fuchs.

‘It proclaims victory over decay. At the same time’, Fuchs continues, ‘it represents death as something infinitely more relentless.

Compared to the tearful sadness of a vanitas scene, the diamond skull is glory itself’.

Damien Hirst was born in 1965 in Bristol, UK. He lives and works in London and Devon.

For the past two decades he has been widely acknowledged as the most important and influential artist of his generation.

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Gavin Edmonds (guest artist)

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Corrine Streetly (detail)

Angela Presnail (detail)

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hames Boat Sales Group was appointed official Sealine dealer for the Thames and Medway areas earlier this year. Penton Hook Marine Sales, based in Surrey and Bray Marine Sales in Berkshire are both part of the group.

Bray Marine Sales was founded in 1992 when Marina Developments (MDL), the operators of Bray Marina, decided to focus its activities on marina management and sell off their sales office to tenants. Dominic Smulders, who had worked for MDL at Bray for five years, chose this opportunity to start his own business – a dream he held since leaving school.

Dominic’s success at Bray was well received and he was approached in 1998 by MDL offering him the sales site at Penton Hook when the tenancy expired.

Chris Manners, then Sales Manager at Bray Marine Sales and Dominic decided to go into partnership.

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May with just three brokerage boats and 90 empty berths. However, over the next eight months Penton Hook’s reputation grew and it was not long before the sales pier was fully occupied.

Penton Hook Marine Sales was recently awarded the ‘Customer Service Award’ for outstanding at the IPC Media Awards which took place during the Collins Stewart London Boat Show on 9th January. Nominated by ybw.com readers, this is the only category voted by the public. Chris Manners comments, “This award backs our commitment to customer service and has been the focus of our company ethos from the start.”

Although having been appointed agents for a number of new boat manufacturers, Thames Boat Sales were still looking for a new boat agency that offered a large range of styles and sizes - Sealine ticked all the boxes.

Both Chris and Dominic are very much involved with the day-to-day running of the business and understand their customers’ needs.

So what next for Thames Boat Sales? Dominic adds, “We are constantly assessing other sites suitable for expansion, however not at the expense of customer service. We want to maintain our open door policy and the opportunity for clients to pop in for a chat.

This has been our company philosophy since the start in 1992.”

For more information, contact:

BRAY MARINE SALES Bray Marina Monkey Island Land, Bray Berkshire SL6 2EB

Tel: +44 (0) 1628 773177 E-mail: sales@braymarinesales.co.uk

PENTON HOOK MARINE SALES Penton Hook Marina Staines Road Chertsey Surrey KT16 8PY

www.thamesboatsales.co.uk

Tel: +44 (0) 1932 570055 E-mail: sales@pentonhooksales.co.uk

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Heston Blumenthal

Oxtail Pudding

The Fat Duck interior

Salmon poached with liquorice, Perthuis asparagus, “Manni” olive oil

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essing about on the river has never been more enticing than when the final destination leads to the world’s most gastronomic village, Bray in Berkshire. As England’s gourmet countryside capital, Bray is not only host to two, Three Michelin star restaurants, The Waterside Inn and The Fat Duck, but is also the location of Heston Blumenthal’s acclaimed pub, The Hinds Head.

The quaint waterside with its abundant local wildlife is the perfect setting for any mooring opportunity. A short drive from the river will bring you into the magnificent Tudor village of Bray, which is still very much a quintessentially English village.

Bray won best 'Small Village' in the 2005 ‘Britain in Bloom’

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awards, whilst its cricket club is one of the oldest in the country, established in 1798.

It is strange then that this English country idyll is the chosen destination of Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck restaurant, a restaurant that has received global critical acclaim including the prestigious title of The Best Restaurant in the World. His small 15 table restaurant has certainly put Bray on the international food map and not without reason. Heston Blumenthal has been described as a culinary alchemist for his innovative research and development and his original and scientific approach to cuisine has teamed him with fellow chefs, scientists and psychologists throughout the world.

Having received an OBE from Her Majesty the Queen in January 2006 and an honorary degree of Doctor of Science from Reading University, Heston Blumenthal still insists that what he does is just simply ‘cooking’ something that he has been passionate about for more than two decades. From gastronomic masterpieces such as “Sound of the Sea” and Parsnip Cereal – Nitro Scrambled Egg and Bacon Ice Cream, Pain Perdu and Tea Jelly at The Fat Duck to well known favourites such as Lancashire Hot Pot and Treacle Tart at The Hinds Head, Heston Blumenthal’s passion for fine food is one that spans all spectrums.

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Nitro-green tea and lime mousse

Treacle Tart

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Quail jelly, cream of langoustine, parfait of foie gras oak moss and truffle toast (Homage to Alain Chapel)

and origins of the building and subsequently the dishes that were popular during the Tudor period. Working with the kitchens at Hampton Court Palace and food historian Ivan Day, The Hinds Head has reintroduced dishes from a British gastronomic archive that includes, Quaking Pudding and Chocolate wine with millionaires Shortbread Seasonal specialities like Pea and Ham Soup and Summer Trifle are accompanied by all time favourite desserts such as Oxtail and Kidney Pudding and Eton Mess, the traditional pudding from Eton College Tuck shop.

To compliment the cuisine at The Hinds Head, Blumenthal has kept the ancient building as the local village pub. The simplistic decor and expanses of dark wood are the same as they would have been when the pub played host to the British Royal Family, entertaining the young Queen Elizabeth II and other European royal heads of state in 1963, to celebrate the engagement of Princess Margaret to Lord Snowdon. It was also the chosen venue of Prince Phillip, who celebrated his stag night at The Hinds Head, before his marriage to the Queen in 1947.

The Hinds Head is a must visit destination and bookings are strongly advised for its award winning Sunday Lunch. The Hinds Head is open daily for lunch and for dinner from Monday to Saturday. www.thehindsheadhotel.co.uk P 01628 626151 For the more ambitious gourmet, The Fat Duck is open for lunch from Tuesday to Sunday and for dinner from Tuesday to Saturday.

Beware though; tables are booked up to two months in advance. www.fatduck.co.uk P 01628 580 333 For an appetizer, you can follow Heston Blumenthal in his new series Heston Blumenthal In Search of Perfection’ which begins its second series on BBC2 in October 2007. A book of the same name accompanying the series will also be available.

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Official supplier to London & Southampton Boat Show & Sponsor of Power Boat P1 Racing Jarvis of St. James has become an exclusive brand that is synonymous with luxury, exclusivity and fine products. It was only natural that we decided to offer a selected cuvee for our customers.

Enjoy a wonderful flavour, perfect for a lazy afternoon, a fine meal and of course a wonderful celebration. Working in partnership with the Michel Forget vineyard in Champagne, France this specially selected cuvee for Jarvis of St James represents one of the finest Champagnes around.

Price List

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1 Premier Cru Brut £121 per case of 6

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Premier & Grand Cru Champagnes

£131 per case of 6

Champagne exclusive importer & wholesaler PLEASE CONTACT BY EMAIL TIM JARVIS FOR SPECIAL DISCOUNT RATES FOR READERS OF INSTINCT MAGAZINE. Ask us about delivery to your boat or to anywhere in the UK.

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Gold label Grand Cru Special Reserve £195 per case of 6

Delivery £12 per case or free delivery for 3 cases or more to one address.

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Quaking pudding 100ml Whole Milk 400ml Whipping cream 65ml Sugar 4 egg Yolks 1 Whole Egg 1 gm Nutmeg 1 gm Cinnamon Butter and flour to line the moulds.

Grease the moulds with butter and cover with flour Warm the milk and cream with the nutmeg and cinnamon Whisk the egg yolks, whole egg and sugar Pour the warm milk over the egg and sugar mix Pour into the moulds Cook in a bain Marie until 90 degrees (this will take approximately 45 minutes in an oven preheated to 100 degrees)

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Our new and innovative convertible sports cruiser blends modern styling with effortless performance. And the appeal of the SC38 is equally powerful below deck. The spacious saloon is bathed in natural light courtesy of a full beam, flush mounted skylight; a first for this kind of boat. In fact, with the beautifully crafted walnut wood floor, expansive galley and the convenience of a third berth in the aft cabin, it’s the ideal place to unwind.

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Secrets of Scotland “The F52/5 offered a good level of luxury”

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When most people think of Scotland, they often don’t associate its cold climate with motor boating.

Scotsman Justin Adams feels his native country has so much to offer – he experiences Scotland’s stunning scenery from the comfort of his Sealine F42/5.

Born in Prestwick on Scotland’s beautiful west coast, Justin has travelled the world since and still regards Scotland as the only place to live. It was during his travels in Mauritius that he went out on a boat for the first time.

Justin says, “My wife chartered a 40ft sports cruiser as a treat for me. What really surprised me was the way she took the helm. She really enjoyed the experience of being in control and in charge of the boat. It was then that we decided to buy a boat of our own.”

When Justin and his wife looked into buying their first boat, they were particularly attracted to Sealine.

Justin says, “The F42/5 was a great first boat for us. We looked at everything on the market but even with the little knowledge we had back then it was clear that the F42/5 offered great value and a good level of luxury.”

Whilst waiting to take delivery of their first boat, ‘Louise of Granton’, Justin undertook a number of courses to develop his boat handling skills and spent a lot of time on the water.

Motor cruising is more often linked to more sunny climates such as the Med, yet Scotland offers a very different experience – one that Justin believes everyone should explore.

He says, “Scotland’s west coast is one of the best-kept

secrets in the world - one that we open up to those who charter with us. Like all good things that are rare and wonderful, words alone do not capture the experience. It is something you have to see and do to really understand but once done is never forgotten.”

Justin adds, “You only have to look at a chart of the west coast of Scotland to see why we charter here.

There is so much interest to explore. The waters are pretty stable and the islands, wildlife, and places of interest are all contained in a readily accessible >>

“Scotland offers a very different experience”

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DuPont™ Corian® : high-performance surfaces.

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Straight or curved, monochrome or colourful, with DuPont™ Corian®, you can express yourself. Available in 100 colours, Corian® can be shaped into virtually any design you can imagine, or combined with almost any other material you can think of. What’s more, Corian® is very practical. With its non-porous surface and seamless joints, it’s hygienic and easy to clean (dirt and germs have nowhere to hide). And because Corian® is durable and renewable, the design you create today will stay beautiful for years. Corian® has excellent resistance to moisture, UV rays and extreme temperatures and is the surface of choice for yachts, cruise ships and a wide variety of marine vessels. Completing your peace of mind, Corian® is backed by a 10-year limited warranty from DuPont. Corian® … let your imagination run free.

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geographical spread, with scope to go round the Mull of Kyntyre or through the Crinnan Canal to find even more on the edge of the Atlantic. It is an endless source of interest set in stunningly beautiful seascapes.”

And the next boat on the horizon? A Sealine T50 which Justin explains, “It’s bigger than our beloved F42/5 and reflects that next step up in luxury.”

“It is an endless source of interest set in stunningly beautiful seascapes”

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BeoCenter 6s in the master cabin of a Sealine T60 (main pic) and a T50 saloon (right, top); onboard entertainment courtesy of a Bang & Olufsen BeoCenter 2 (right, bottom)

Luxury yacht installations from Bang & Olufsen Bang & Olufsen offers the finest audio and visual products in a fully-integrated onboard entertainment system for discerning luxury yacht owners.

And thanks to a joint initiative between Sealine and Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath, T50 and T60 customers can, for the first time, specify their yacht with an optional audiovisual package from the world-leading Danish brand.

Options can be tailored to suit individual needs and, as all products are pre-wired during the yacht’s manufacture, customers can take delivery of their pride and joy complete with an onboard entertainment and communication system.

The market for onboard installations of top-end audiovision has experienced substantial growth in recent years – but it’s a highly demanding market,

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and one that requires a high degree of technical expertise and attention to safety and stability.

Sealine owner David Vaughan recently had his T60 fitted with products supplied by Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath.

The main saloon features a BeoVision 7 32-inch LCD-screen TV, with surround sound courtesy of BeoLab 3 loudspeakers, a BeoCenter 2 provides the onboard tunes, whilst BeoVision 6 televisions are in each of the three cabins.

He said: “It wasn’t an easy installation, but the guys at Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath did a fabulous job. Specially-made brackets were needed

to ensure each product stayed in place during rough seas; there wasn’t a single wire or cable visible on completion which is crucial for safety, as well as aesthetic, reasons.”

Bang & Olufsen CEO Torben Ballegaard is surprised how many yacht owners pay little attention to audiovisual detail.

“Considering the high costs involved in the luxury yacht market, it’s amazing how little money some owners are prepared to spend on fitting their pride and joy with an entertainment system.

“You wouldn’t buy a Ferrari and then fit a cheap, poorly-performing car stereo, so it makes

sense for yacht owners to invest in an entertainment system that befits their plush onboard surroundings.”

Complete control, total flexibility Bang & Olufsen products offer the highest standards of craftsmanship, materials and finish to ensure hardwearing reliability – a key consideration when at sea, hours or perhaps even days from the nearest port.

But what makes Bang & Olufsen stand out of the audiovisual crowd is its ability to seamlessly interconnect products from room to room, cabin to cabin, into one fully integrated onboard entertainment system.

Furthermore, all the yacht’s onboard systems – including IT, satellite and entertainment sources – can be operated from just a single Beo4 remote

control. Using it, all products can be controlled from anywhere on the yacht, affording complete freedom and flexibility.

Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath is proud to be working with Sealine International at its UK factory. The store’s custom installation team has now fitted several yachts with complete onboard audiovisual systems, each one designed specifically

to meet customers’ bespoke requirements.

There is no such thing as a standard ‘onesystem-fits-all’ Bang & Olufsen entertainment and communication package.

Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath can design, supply and fit products to suit any Sealine yacht, always listening to their discerning customers’ needs advising on audiovisual solutions.

For further information please contact Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath’s custom installation team on Freephone 0800 3101 888.

Alternatively e-mail Bexleyheath@bang-olufsen.co.uk or log on to www.bang-olufsen.com/beostores/bexleyheath

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A Sealine T60 saloon fitted with a Bang & Olufsen BeoVision 7, 32-inch LCD-screen television supported by ‘cube’ BeoLab 3 surround sound loudspeakers

Onboard entertainment from Bang & Olufsen The world’s finest audiovisual systems have found their sea legs, thanks to a partnership between Sealine and Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath.

Many Sealine customers turn to Bang & Olufsen when it comes to equipping their home with the ultimate audiovisual system – but settle for inferior products when setting foot on deck.

However, there’s no excuse to suffer sensory seasickness on board because Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath offers entertainment solutions for every cabin and deck space on your yacht, all seamlessly integrated for ease of use.

The Broadway store, which has worked alongside the world-leading Danish brand for more than 20 years, has a track record of immaculate onboard installations – from music systems with complete surround sound for the perfect party package, to LCD- and plasma-screen TVs linked throughout.

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specify their yacht with an optional audiovisual package – tailored to suit individual needs – from Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath.

Issues of reliability and power consumption are more important than ever at sea.

But Bang & Olufsen-fitted yacht owners have peace of mind that not only have they invested in

some of the most stylish, technologically-advanced products on the market, but also ones with unrivalled performance and longevity. They won’t let you down when miles from the nearest port!

For details on the latest Bang & Olufsen products and how they can integrate to form a total onboard entertainment package, contact the store at:

Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath 155 Broadway, Bexleyheath, Kent. Tel: 0800 3101 888, e-mail bexleyheath@bang-olufsen.co.uk or log on to www.bang-olufsen.com/beostores/bexleyheath

Cannes International Boat & Yacht Show 12-17 September 2007 Thirty years and already Europe’s finest inwater boat show! What are the keys to this exceptional success? Relentlessly pushing back ever further the limits of the possible is a principle from which the organisers of the Cannes International Boat and Yacht Show have never departed in their desire to surprise and create a real news-making event each year.

Undeniable assets that have made the show an absolute must:

• the world’s yachting showcase, the definitive show • a unique place for doing business, whose quality now extends well beyond the boundaries of Europe • daily sea trials • more than 180 new models on display and a multitude of world previews • since 2006, interest in the show has increased with the opening up of its pontoons to the very dynamic secondhand yacht market • a growing number of exhibitors and visitors from all over the world.

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We increased the capacity and over the years, what began as ‘the little show’, has become the major international event it is today. In 2001, the torch was taken up by a new team, Reed Expositions France,

t has already been 30 years since the Cannes

and with the same passion as the show’s founders,

International Boat and Yacht Show first came to

they succeeded in welcoming the foremost builders

the Old Port along the Quai Max Laubeuf. What a long

of pleasure boats and luxury yachts, which had

way we have come…so much shared will at the time

always been the objective. Our thanks to the French

of its creation with the City of Cannes, the Chamber of

Nautical Industries Federation for its intention and

Commerce and particularly the industry professionals

constant efforts to give France an internationally

who all accepted to put their trust in me. The show

renowned in-water show. 550 boats and yachts

grew very quickly. Additions were added to the port.

presented in water, 250 boats on land, more than 460

exhibitors spread across two ports, and international recognition that makes the event the largest in-water show in Europe. For 30 years, in a kind of perpetual motion, borne by the launching of close to 200 new models each year, the Cannes International Boat and Yacht Show has reinvented concepts and come up with

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The Quai Max Laubeuf hosts 50 exhibitors and 17 boats berthed at its pontoons.

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Two ports, 465 exhibitors, 550 boats in water: the figures speak for themselves...

new areas so as to appropriate an evermore ambitious future.

Last year, the show once again surpassed itself by opening the event up to the world of brokerage at the Port Pierre Canto. In 2007, we are hoping to surprise you yet again!

Jacqueline Bourey, President

In 2006‌

54,716 visitors 78,500 square metres of exhibition space 465 exhibitors 550 boats in water, including 180 new models 250 boats on land 800 trademarks presented at the show 65% of the shipyards are from abroad 35 countries represented

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The Old Port of Cannes With over 500 new boats displayed in water, the Old Port is a past master at presenting, in a magnificent setting, a preview of the finest new models built by the leading international shipyards. The quality and density of the show is renowned on water through a combined offer of motor and sailing boats, 10 to 50 metres, and on land through the presence of many exhibitors dedicated to services and amenities for ever more sophisticated yachts…

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Port Pierre Canto Since 2006, the pontoons of Port Pierre Canto have been open to the very active second-hand boat market, thus rounding out the show’s already rich offer.

Port Pierre Canto accommodates yachts ranging from 25 to 70 metres, offered by the major European and American brokers. This is the perfect opportunity to discover a vast panorama of the world’s finest yachts.

Espace Riviera A magical place for prestigious trademarks, the Espace Riviera presents an ever more qualitative offer from year to year in the domain of luxury cruising yachting.

Sophistication, innovation, quality, and design: the way of life aboard is continually evolving to satisfy the demands of boat owners. Close to 100 exhibitors gather in this fully airconditioned exhibition space, competing with each other in creative talent and technological excellence.

The sectors represented include interior installations, architects and designers, builders of luxury yachts, equipment and technologies, service companies, luxury tenders and ship’s boats, tourism, and marinas.

For further information consult: www.salonnautiquecannes.com

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Sealine Sales France

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ealine Sales France a été créé en 1983. C’est l’un des plus anciens représentant Sealine et partage des rapports étroits depuis plus de 25 ans avec Sealine.

Patrice PINEL, à la tête de GUERIN MARINE, se déplace au salon de Southampton à la recherche d’une nouvelle gamme de bateaux à commercialiser en France. Parmi différents constructeurs, SEALINE ressort comme fer de lance anglais.

tous les principaux salons nautiques français et assiste aux salons anglais de Southampton et Londres. Lors du prochain Salon nautique de Cannes en septembre, c’est un total de 7 bateaux qui représentera la marque.

Guérin Marine, basé à Tessy-Sur-Vire, en Normandie, expose une gamme de bateaux de Sealine au salon nautique de Paris en décembre 1984 et depuis lors, a continué à représenter Sealine aux salons nautiques de Paris, Cannes et La Rochelle.

La satisfaction du client est d’une importance primordiale. Pour cet objectif ont été mis en place un service après vente adapté, un service pièces détachées, des contacts fort sur l'ensemble du territoire français avec les professionnels, une logistique développée.

Sealine Sales France a commencé à vendre des bateaux directement et par le réseau étendu de concessionnaires sur l'ensemble de la France. Il y a 5 ans, Patrice et Sealine ont vu le potentiel des ventes s’accroître grâce à l'augmentation des vols «low cost» entre l’Angleterre et la Côte d’Azur.

C’est pour cette raison qu’en 2002, Sealine Sales France a ouvert un deuxième bureau à MARINA BAIE DES ANGES, à 8 km de l’aéroport de Nice en association avec Hervé LETELLIER et son épouse Anne-Marie.

Hervé est dans le monde du bateau depuis le début de sa carrière professionnelle. Le savoir-faire des deux hommes représente 50 années d'expérience de ventes de bateaux.

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Sealine Sales France met un point d’honneur à apporter à ses clients les meilleurs services. Patrice et Hervé livrent personnellement à chaque client son nouveau bateau avec une mise en main très détaillée.

Sealine Sales France a également investi à Marina Baie des Anges dans des nouveaux locaux destinés à la vente et au service client. Pour renforcer cette présence, trois concessionnaires supplémentaires ont été nommés : José Marine (Hyères), Locamer (Bandol) et Corsica Marine à Bugiglia.

Sealine Sales France dispose également de places de 8 à 19m à Marina Baie des Anges.

Pour plus d'informations sur Sealine Sales France, contactez Patrice ou Caroline à Tessy-Sur-Vire (Guérin Marine) au +33 2 33 773 839, ou contactez Herve ou Anne-Marie à Marina Baie des Anges au +33 4 93 225 411.

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ealine Sales France was founded in 1983 and as one of Sealine’s longest serving dealers, has shared a close relationship for almost 25 years. Patrice Pinel, in charge of Guerin Marine, went to the Southampton Boat Show to look for a new range of boats to sell to the French market. At the show, Patrice discovered Sealine.

Guerin Marine, based in Tessy sur Vire, northern France, took a range of Sealine boats to the Paris Boat Show in December 1984 and since then, has continued to represent Sealine at the Paris and Cannes Boat Shows.

Sealine Sales France began selling boats directly and through the extensive network of dealers throughout France. 5 years ago, Patrice and Sealine saw the potential to grow the business due to the increase in low cost flights from the UK to the south of the country. As a result, in 2002, Sealine Sales France opened a second office in Marina Baie des Anges, 8km from Nice airport, headed by Herve Letellier and wife Ann Marie. Herve has been in the boat business for the duration of his working career and between him and business partner Patrice, they have over 50 years experience of boat sales.

the major French boat shows and attends the key UK shows in Southampton and London. At the Cannes show in September, Sealine Sales France displays around 7 boats spanning the Sealine model line up.

Sealine Sales France is committed to providing high standards of customer care, and both Patrice and Herve personally hand each over each new boat and offer a familiarisation process to their customers.

Customer satisfaction is of paramount importance and a dedicated service department, which has strong contacts throughout France, is available to handle parts and after sales enquiries. Sealine Sales France has recently invested heavily in a new state-of-the-art service and sales centre in Marina Bes des Anges, and has strenghthed its position further with the addition of three subdealers – Jose Marine (Hyeres), Locamer (Bandol) and Corsica Marine in Bugiglia.

Berths are available in the marina from 8 to 19m.

For more information about Sealine Sales France, contact Patrice or Caroline in Tessy Sur Vire (Guerin Marine) on +33 2 33 773 839, or contact Herve or Ann Marie at Marina Bes des Anges on +33 4 93 225 411.

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Adventures of a Sealine owner John Brewster and his family enjoy cruising in Southern Spain...

“A friend once told me that boating is a contact sport.

How right he was when my wife and I traded up from a 27ft med deck boat to ‘Kinetic Adventurer’ - a one year old Sealine 450 Statesman berthed in Brighton Marina.”

“Our first trip from Brighton to our berth in Cobbs Quay marina in Poole, but only making it to Cowes, took 7 hours in a force 8 - that was after bumping off several pontoons and taking out the water and electrical box on our berth and trying to get off in the first place. Arriving tired, wet, exhausted and very relieved, this trip could have been enough to put us off boating for life, but the 450 proved a very competent vessel which, over the 5 years we owned her, involved regular trips across the Channel, up to

Paris and many more cruises along the South coast, Brittany and the Channel Islands.”

“We again chose another Sealine, but this time a brand new T51”

“In 1999 we decided to buy a larger boat. We again chose another Sealine, but this time a brand new T51 and once ‘Abracadabra’ had been commissioned, was moored in Cobbs Quay. However, the bad weather in England almost every weekend was the deciding factor for us to go south and we made plans to move her to Spain.”

“It was planned to transport her by road direct to Puerto de la Duquesa on the Costa del Sol, but even with the radar arch removed she was still too high for Spanish roads, so was transported to Port Lecaut in the south of France. With the boat prepared for sea, >>

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Phil Hutchins of Hutchins Marine accompanied me on the trip. Just three-10 hour days later at an average speed of 27 knots, saw her tied stern-to on her new berth in Duquesa marina.”

“Since then most of our cruises have been in clear blue flat seas. The weather, being much kinder than that in the UK, means we can use the boat practically any time and almost all year round. And with evening temperatures normally in the mid to high 20’s, we often take Abracadabra out for a late cruise. Casting off at around 6pm, we simply cruise out to a known

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position in the bay of Banus for dolphin watching.

With the sun slowly setting, a leisurely ride back to our home port and a late meal in one of Duquesa’s restaurants, it’s the perfect end to a perfect day.”

“We do of course occasionally get bad weather, but the boat has always performed admirably. On one trip to North Africa, it was clear that the return passage was not going to be the force 4 expected but was going to blow much harder. 30 minutes later we were in a full force 9/10 with streaming white foam coming into the Med through the straits of Gibraltar, but heeling the boat over to one side kept us nice

“we were in a full force 9/10 with streaming white foam coming into the Med”

and dry. The sun was shining, the water was blue and in no way did we ever feel as if we were in any danger.

By now everyone on board had gone below, yet my grandson Sam, 12 years old at the time, who had been bought up on boats from a baby, took the helm and navigated us safely back to Duquesa.”

“Since then Sam, now 15 with his elder sister Amy passed their ICC with Suncoast Sea School in Duquesa. Both regularly take the helm on our various passages to other far away places, or to Gibraltar, just 20 nautical miles away where we take advantage of the ‘duty free’ diesel.”

“Our friends Martin and Sue, also Sealine owners, were on board with us and were not only amazed at Sam’s ability at the helm, but also the boat’s rough weather capabilities. Arriving back at Duquesa, there was the usual reception committee of owners who were surprised that we came through that big sea, but the T51 handled it a treat.”

“Our trips are often accompanied by dolphins swimming alongside us or jumping our wake, or the occasional small whale giving us a quick look before disappearing beneath the surface. What more could we ask for?”

“no way did we ever feel as if we were in any danger”

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Berthing in the Mediterranean We all know how difficult it is to find a permanent berth in the Mediterranean, but the process is further complicated by the way they are advertised. Just like property transactions in Spain, brokers often share and advertise their listings with each other.

The benefit to the seller is that their berth is seen by a much wider audience, but this can prove detrimental to buyers and sellers alike.

By contacting several brokers, it can appear to the seller that there is more than one person requesting their berth. If it is listed with several agents, this can create a false impression to buyers that there are more berths available than there really are.

Shopping around to find a similar berth at a lower price is rather pointless. It wastes the buyers, sellers and brokers’ time. It is much better to let one broker do the leg work with their wide range of local contacts.

It’s the supply and demand which affects the ultimate price of a berth, and should it appear that there are several people wanting to purchase a particular berth, even though it may be only one person in reality, this can lead to sellers thinking the demand for their berth is greater than it really is. This means you may find yourself paying more for your berth than is necessary, or the seller becoming disappointed by not achieving the sale.

Only recently, a report commissioned by the Spanish Government concluded that in 2005 a total of 2,276 yachts were seeking berths in Andalucia alone, and by the year 2022 that figure will leap to over 5,000 yachts in just this one area.

The report concluded: “The demand from the nautical sector of the tourism market on the Costa Del Sol alone is reaching unprecedented figures, which can only be remedied by a dramatic upgrading of facilities. And goes on to suggest that: the Costa’s ports would need to increase by 300 per cent the

number of available mooring spaces just to satisfy the current requirements.”

Apart from a small number of marinas, those berths that do come onto the market are often snapped up quickly. Prices continue to rise and for those wishing to rent a berth, the chances of finding one is difficult especially if you are trying to locate one from your home country. If you want to rent a berth, the best way is to rent one from the marina of choice, as is in most marinas, you are not allowed to rent a berth from a private owner.

If you are thinking of buying a berth, a further 7% of the purchase price should also be allowed for the tax that is applied to these transactions and you will also need the services of a lawyer.

It is also a legal requirement that anyone wanting to buy a berth in Spain will need an NIE number issued by the Spanish Authorities. This a Foreign Identification Number (numero de identificacion de extranjero ) and is a necessity in all fiscal or legal matters in Spain, even for buying a car.

The number is personal to you and is not transferable and neither does it expire. Whilst an inconvenience, this can be arranged by the solicitor acting for you on the purchase of your berth.

Despite this, buying a berth in Spain, or anywhere else in the Mediterranean makes sense. Not only should it increase in value over the term of the lease, but it also provides security of tenure, which is not always the case with a rented berth.

All Sealine dealers have local knowledge and will advise you on availability. For a full list of the Sealine dealer network, visit our website at www.sealine.com and click on dealers.

Genoa International Boat Show

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he International Genoa Boat Show is the ideal stage to see over 2,000 boats on display, ranging from motor cruisers and sailing boats to some of the world’s finest super yachts.

This year’s event, which takes place on 6th – 14th October spans nine days and attracts visitors from all over the world. The event, now in its 47th year featured over 1,650 exhibitors last year displaying a variety of products including boats, nautical accessories, clothing, diving and fishing equipment.

Visitor numbers totaled around 324,000.

One of the show’s main attractions for 2006 was the New Marina with a 60,000 square metre water basin, which increased the overall available water surface to 100,000 square metres making the Genoa show one of the largest floating shows in the world.

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The 46th show also featured the 88ft long Maltese Falcon – one of the largest sailing yachts in the world built by Perini Navi.

Representing Sealine again this year will be exclusive distributor Solcio, who recently celebrated its 50th anniversary and has now worked with Sealine for over 20 years. Boats from the T, S and F-series will be on display and are likely to include the flagship T60, award winning F34, the SC38 with its unique convertible roof system, and the brand new addition to the Sealine model line up, the modern and stylish SC35.

The luxury T-series range will be displayed on the marina, with the boats from the S and F-series exhibited inside the Palasport (or S pavilion).

Originally targeted at a small public audience of just 30,000, Fiera de Genova launched the first Genoa Show in 1962. The show has developed over the past 40 years to become one of the world’s leading boat shows and currently extends to over 280,000 square metres.

Fiera di Genova, the site of the Genoa show is close to the city centre and directly overlooks the sea. It was reclaimed during the 1960s and today includes four main pavilions, large outdoor areas and two marinas which, for the Genoa Boat Show, can host more than 430 boats up to 80 metres long.

Future plans for the site include a new pavilion, which will create the illusion of blending into the blue of the sky and sea. The project, which follows on from the enlargement of the marina in 2006, will make Fiera di Denova even more unique. The works, which began earlier this year, are expected to complete in Autumn 2008.

The show is served by good transport links. The nearest airport, ‘Cristoforo Colombo’ is just 10 kilometres from Fiera di Genova, with the ‘Volabus’ shuttle service available taking you straight to Genova Brignole railway station. The station is less than 1 kilometre from the site with bus numbers 31, 19 and a special service available to the show.

Open every day from 10.00am until 6.30pm, entrance tickets are priced at around 13 euros with discount admission available, and free entrance for children up to the age of five. Groups of more than 30 can purchase discounted tickets at the counters.

The city does get very busy so if you are planning a trip, book your accommodation well in advance.

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Solcio celebrates 50th anniversary

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Managing Director Steve Coultate and Head of International Sales, Doug Culverwell.

Staff from Solcio were joined by local dignitaries, business partners and dealers, as well as Sealine’s

Guests were taken across to the party’s location, the Hotel Verbano on Isola Pescatori (Lake Maggiore) on one of Solcio’s lake boats – a craft which echoed the days of the Brunetti brothers who founded Solcio in

ealine’s exclusive Italian distributor, Solcio celebrated its 50th anniversary in April this year.

Located on the Piedmont shores of Lake Maggiore, Solcio has represented Sealine for the past 20 years.

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the 30s and began by building twin hulled pleasure boats, small rowing boats and native Indian style canoes.

During the evening, Sealine’s SC38 made its Italian debut, appearing under the spotlights on the lake accompanied by the sounds of classical music.

The event began with a champagne drinks reception followed by dinner. A four piece brass band entertained guests at their tables during the meal.

The following day saw the start of Solcio’s open weekend, which was held at both the lakeside location and Solcio’s main coastal location of Solcio Di Lesa.

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A childhood dream come true

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ew Sealine owner John Reddington has harboured an interest in boats ever since he was knee high to the proverbial grasshopper. His fascination with anything nautical goes back to the early ‘50s when his Uncle Walter built a boat out of scrap metal and wood he found in post war Liverpool.

“As Liverpool was badly bombed in the war, there was a lot of scrap around and he used to go and collect it with his son David,” recalls John, adding “He was a very skilful man and making boats became his hobby”.

“He was a very skilful man and making boats became his hobby”

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Uncle Walter’s first boat was made entirely to his own design and named Jackie 1 after his daughter. It was to be followed by Jackie II, this time built to plan, several years later.

“We used to travel from Fleetwood to the Leeds/ Liverpool canal where the boats were moored at

Haskayne in Mum and Dad’s Morris Minor 1000” recalls John.

And that was how John’s love of boats came about.

Many years later, when he had become a successful businessman at the helm of Ortofon UK, John chartered boats for staff outings along the Thames.

In 2001, when he celebrated 30 years of married bliss with his wife, Chris, they hired a Thames steamer to take their friends and relations for a big floating party.

But after enjoying a day out on a 64ft motor yacht in Majorca a couple of years ago, John hatched a plan to buy his own boat.

Last year, when his company, Alphason Designs Ltd - the UK’s leading AV furniture manufacturer - was bought by AIM listed Armour Group, John decided to invest some of the money he made from the sale of his shares into buying a boat in preparation

for ‘winding down’ from the position of Managing Director.

John says, “I like quality and I wanted to ensure that I bought a boat with a similar standard in the nautical world to the Mercedes brand that I like to drive.”

He and son Brian first visited the 2005 Southampton Boat Show where they were particularly impressed with Sealine and former Sales Director, Jason Hudson.

As the sale of the company was delayed they had to shelve their plans until the following year. When they visited the 2006 Southampton Boat Show, they were delighted to find that various developments had been made to their favourite boat, the Sealine SC29.

John recalls: “The Sealine stand was very well placed near the entrance. We had a look round when we arrived and when the salesman caught our attention on the way back, we were hooked.”

John was particularly impressed with the lovely design of the SC29 and after sea trials in the Hamble, he got his cheque book out and the buying process began.

“I was very interested to visit the Sealine factory at Kidderminster and compare some of the processes with those in our own furniture production factory in Atherton; especially how they dealt with their wood production” says John.

He was also impressed by the way the interior was built at the factory and then ‘dropped’ into place in the shell of the boat, apparently unique by boatbuilding standards.

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Designed for your home

Award Winning Style and Innovation At Alphason Designs, being voted the best by leading magazines is not enough.

We are constantly innovating and developing new stylish products to ensure that we have exactly the right stand for you, whatever your requirements. From the latest plasma and LCD displays to a complete hi-fi separates system, we have the answer.

All Alphason products are manufactured using high quality materials and offer many unique features to help improve performance, practicality and style.

Our safety glass shelves are toughened to the highest safety standard BS6206A and many are available in stylish piano black.

Best TV Support Manufacturer

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Furniture Manufacturer of the year

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John says: “I like the way that Sealine listened to my comments about one or two features and was happy to make modifications. It had a certain synergy with the way we do things at Alphason where we listen to, and act upon what our customers have to say. In fact, this aspect of our business has greatly contributed to our enormous success and helped us to achieve record turnover over the past ten years.”

“I’m absolutely thrilled to bits but frightened to death too” admits John, who doesn’t consider himself as a very good swimmer. But he knows from the 3-day sea trials he had with Sealine trainer Doug Griffiths that he is quite safe in his new craft.

John and Chris took delivery of their boat earlier this year and are excited about their future cruising.

They have chistened her ‘Nauti D’Or’ in honour of their 3-year-old grandson who, when he bumped into a glass door on the motor yacht they hired, was heard to exclaim “Naughty door!”

In May this year John took his boat to a mooring on the River Thames near his home but hopes to return it to the Hamble in 2008.

Doug demonstrated what can only be described as a ‘bit of a wheelie’ in Chichester Harbour which Nauti D’Or completed with no problem at all.

You can’t help thinking that Uncle Walter is looking down very enviously on Chris and John and their new baby, ‘Nauti D’Or’!

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DiSplayS ThiS gooD DeSerVe To be ShareD. Raymarine’s E Series gives you everything you need from networkable multi function marine displays.

Chartplotter, Fishfinder, Radar, Instrument data, Engine data – even live video feeds and LifeTag ‘man overboard’ tracking.

All at your fingertips instantly, thanks to Raymarine’s super-fast SeaTalk® networking software. Add in powerful 3D graphics, unbeatable functionality and a high-bright screen you can view even in bright sunlight, and you really have got the whole picture.

Raymarine Now with…

AIS Collision Avoidance Interface with an AIS receiver to overlay AIS target information on chart and radar screens.

Navtex Compatibilty Display weather forecasts and important safety warnings.

45STV & 60STV SaTelliTe TV anTennaS. Nobody buys a boat so they can watch TV. But there are times when even the most sociable and adventurous of us wants nothing more than a quiet night in with a movie (or, possibly a loud night in with the football).

Integrated DVB technology automatically identifies, acquires and tracks satellite signals – giving you uninterrupted access to hundreds of channels. It guarantees crystal clear digital performance. In fact, the only thing to worry about is who’s got the remote.

To see what Raymarine can do for you, contact your nearest dealer for a brochure or visit our website www.raymarine.com Photography: Sealine and Shutterstock

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LifeTag When interfaced with LifeTag, vital MOB position information is displayed if a crew member goes overboard.

With Raymarine’s integrated electronic systems, you really do get the whole picture April 2007 – if you’re looking for the latest in integrated electronics to make your boating easier, safer and more fun, then look no further than the latest products from world leading electronics manufacturer Raymarine. The company, which floated to become a public limited company in 2004, has developed an extensive range of integrated products which link to the award winning E Series multifunction displays. This sophisticated system already provides boaters with everything they need from a marine display in one single multifunction package. Chartplotter, fishfinder, radar, instrument data, engine data, and even Man Overboard information using the LifeTag system can all be accessed on high quality sunlight viewing displays, enhanced with powerful 3D graphics and stunning colours.

And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, it does – with the launch of Raymarine’s new top quality satellite television antenna systems.

Despite the desire to get away from it all on board, there’s always that final episode of a long running drama to watch, the big match, or the latest cartoons to keep the youngsters happy. Now Raymarine can now help keep everyone satisfied on board thanks to its new satellite television antenna systems.

The new 60STV and 45STV powerful dome antennae bring Raymarine performance and quality to onboard entertainment, with unique and proprietary technology ensuring the fastest satellite acquisition and uninterrupted satellite television reception even in extreme sea conditions and poor weather conditions.

These fully automatic, marine stabilised dome antennae are designed to quickly identify compatible Digital Video broadcasts satellites using a unique Wide Range Search algorithm. Dynamic Beam Tilting technology ensures you get a clear picture no matter where you are in the world, whatever the sea state. And with Raymarine’s use of a dual Low Noise Block converter, there’s no problem about having multiple receivers on board so you can watch the news and weather at the helm through the E series multifunction display, while the family settle down to a film in the saloon.

Automatic Identification System means that AIS equipped vessels automatically transmit at regular intervals dynamic information such as speed, rate of turn, course and heading as well as additional static information, such as vessel name, MMSI number, radio call sign, type of ship and cargo, and even destination. When a boat is equipped with an AIS receiver, this data is shown on the chartplotter and radar screen, enabling the skipper to see what other vessels are in the vicinity and all their static and dynamic information, so that informed decisions can be made as to whether to alter course.

To bring this technology to leisure boat owners, Raymarine is launching the AIS250. This compact unit provides AIS reception of data over VHF. The AIS250 is a dual channel multiplexed system which is capable of monitoring both levels of AIS data Class A and Class B - over standard VHF transmissions. The AIS250 uses the existing VHF antenna on board through the same antenna and cabling, and uses the SeaTalk® network to link to the chartplotter and radar for display on the E Series multifunction screen.

As well as providing a host of static and dynamic data about vessels in the vicinity, AIS has the great advantage of being able to ‘see’ around and over hills and other obstructions thereby eliminating the blind spots that sometimes appear on radar returns where a vessel can be ‘hidden’ behind a headland. Quick and easy to install, the AIS250 simply connects into Raymarine’s super-fast SeaTalk® networking software to provide boat owners with the latest technology designed to help them stay safe on the water.

The addition of satellite TV antennae and AIS are juts two examples of the flexibility of an integrated system such as the Raymarine E Series, from a world class manufacturer with sales, service and technical support all over the world. For more information and to see examples of complete networked systems, visit www.raymarine.com

The launch of Raymarine’s satellite TV antenna system is just one example of the benefit of having a fully integrated system such as the E series on board.

As well as offering chartplotting, sonar, fishfinding, radar and instrument data, the E series functionality now includes some key safety features such as on-board cameras and new Automatic identification System (AIS) compatibility. Cited as one of the responses to fear of terrorist attack after 9/11, AIS was originally designed for commercial vessels but its safety benefits have now led many leisure boat owners to request access to this technology for themselves.

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The Solent Playground or training ground, it really doesn’t matter because the Solent has everything. From the perspective of Sealine Sea School Principal, I see the Solent as both.

When I’m out training on the Sea School’s Sealine F42/5, it’s my office. All the harbours, marinas and anchorages provide scenario after scenario for learning what to do with your new boat. The weather never seems to be the same from one day to the next which adds to the variety of learning conditions. In fact, every time the tide changes, the waves change along with mooring and anchoring procedures.

“Sometimes, on a busy summer weekend it can be like Piccadilly Circus out there.”

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Frankly, if you can cut the mustard in the Solent, you can pretty much go anywhere, and I know plenty of past students who can testify to that. One couple who took their RYA Day Skipper training with me, have recently navigated their way down to Lanzarote and that is no mean feat.

The down side, and there’s always a down side, is that these historic, sheltered, picturesque waters

can also get extremely busy. Sometimes, on a busy summer weekend it can be like Piccadilly Circus out there. Racing yachts heeled over, spinnakers flying, buzzing around the cans like a swarm of insects; sailing cruisers battling the tide trying to get in before sunset; commercial shipping picking their way through the whole melee; motor cruisers and RIBs batting up and down – a bit crazy – but extraordinary fun, just the same.

As a playground, the Solent is second to none. If you’re a sailor, travelling at 5 knots having a selection of stopping off points in close, easy reach is a huge bonus. Setting off from Portsmouth to try and make Poole for dinner would be quite daunting unless you knew that you could duck into Yarmouth or Lymington if you ran out of steam.

From our point of view, of course, that’s not really an issue. As motor cruisers, for us the dilemma is where do we go first? Getting from one end of the Solent to the other in less than a day is a breeze. I’ve already mentioned Yarmouth and Lymington; both ideal jumping off points for a trip across the Channel or along the South Coast.

Yarmouth has a busy harbour, shared with local fishermen, the RNLI, local sailors and the Wightlink Ferry which goes between Yarmouth and Lymington.

Beware of the ferry when entering and departing from the harbour – he is big and has priority. But the ferry can also be very useful… you can quickly identify the exact position of the harbour entrance by watching for the ferry going in and out.

Once moored up, and be careful if you tie onto the harbour wall, you will need to adjust your lines as the tide comes in and out. There are plenty of shops and things to see, the selection of restaurants is excellent too; my personal favourite is Salties, right by the ferry terminal – great fish dishes.

In the middle of the Solent, directly opposite the Bramble Bank and Southampton Water is Cowes.

Home to the Royal Yacht Squadron and yacht racing for many, many years. Truly frenetic in the summer, especially at Cowes week, this is the dropping off point for people travelling across on the ferry from Southampton. Simply reeking of racing history and yachting, this is a definite Mecca for anyone who has the slightest interest in boating. For a night to remember though, you must go up the Medina

River to a fabulous place called the Folly Inn. Park your boat outside and walk into a warm and inviting environment, oozing with atmosphere. In fact, make your visit on a Saturday night and you will literally be singing along to the live music – try the ‘Crewpot’, it’s to die for.

Portsmouth, Langstone and Chichester harbours are all next door to each other on the mainland coast.

Naturally, being an historic dockyard, Portsmouth is by far the busiest. Cross Channel ferries, Royal Navy warships and all manner of pleasure craft ply their trades in this port. The Queen’s Harbour Master (QHM) keeps a watchful eye on all boat movements and you are well advised to contact QHM when entering the harbour or attempting to cross from one side to the other.

Gunwharf Quay, easily spotted by the sky-scraping Spinnaker Tower, has shops and restaurants galore. If I remember correctly there are at least ten different restaurants within 2 minutes walk of the boat mooring.

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whole bay is normally peaceful and deserted. This is certainly a place to go if you like solitude and getting away from the crowds. Pick your anchorage with care and sit back to take in the wildlife spectacle. Imagine waking up in the morning after a night on the hook, to an uninterrupted view of nature; what could be better.

Chichester harbour, like Langstone, is immense.

Channels disappearing off in front of you, leading to small, quiet hidey-holes, surprisingly full of boats. The people who moor their boats here really like to relax away from the crowds. This harbour has so much variety that you almost don’t need to leave it to have hours of fun. Pick your entry and departure times though, as the bar at the entrance can make getting in and out of Chichester a little bumpy. Best avoided

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if you can due to a fast spring ebb and a strong SW wind.

If you are new to boating and want somewhere safe to learn or you’ve been boating for years and want somewhere easy to get to and full of variety the Solent is for you. This water truly has something for everyone. There are many books dedicated to the Solent. Books to guide you around the hazards, the marinas and those telling you about the history, but whatever you choose to read and whether you have a boat or not, make sure you get yourselves down to the water and find out first hand exactly what makes the Solent special for so many people.

Richard Corbett Sealine Sea School Principal

“This water truly has something for everyone”

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The marina way of life The pace and demands of today’s busy lifestyles are increasingly placing even more stress on the way we all live. So it’s not surprising that more people are looking to the sea to enjoy their favourite pastime of sailing or to relocate completely.

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Marina living at its best More and more people are looking to relocate or find a second home that makes the perfect tranquil haven by the water, yet still offers easy access to all the modern conveniences and facilities they need.

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Admirals Quay really does take the relaxed waterside lifestyle to new heights. The marina offers the ideal and convenient berthing location – not only close to your ideal home, but right at the heart of the South Coast’s sailing and boating community. Instead of all the daily hassles of commuting, there’s a quiet morning stroll, perhaps accompanied by a latte from one of the bars at Admirals Quay with friends. When you feel like a break from boats, yachts and the sea, Admirals Quay and the surrounding area’s exceptional range of shops, restaurants and bars are the perfect complement to Southampton’s nearby rejuvenated and sophisticated city centre with its excellent shopping and nightlife.

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A landmark in contemporary living Admirals Quay – an innovative and exciting mixed use development by Wilson Bowden City Homes on Southampton’s revived waterfront – is located close to the city centre, yet far enough away to offer residents the unhurried and laid-back marine environment that’s almost impossible to find anywhere else. The spectacular design, by international award-winning architects Broadway Malyan, includes stunning 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, and an exciting range of on-site restaurants and bars.

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The superb waterfront setting, fine service and friendly environment make it the perfect venue for a quiet drink or meal. The current bars and restaurants are soon to be joined by more first class eateries and bars. Living at Admirals Quay, there’s just as much activity on land as at sea.

Southampton’s Maritime Museum outlines the city’s unique history. Shopping aficionados are spoilt for choice, with excellent shopping centres sitting alongside traditional shops and modern boutiques. There is plenty of culture too, the Museum of Archaeology, Solent Sky and the City Art Gallery are all within easy reach.

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ealine have been involved with RYA events for the last ten years. The Sealine Sea School has provided invaluable support for the RYA Sealine Southern Motor Cruise with their instructors instrumental in the Cruise planning and assistance during the event..

RYA Sealine Motor cruises are designed to appeal to both the novice and experienced cruiser who would like to cruise in company or simply to cross the English Channel for the first time with the security of other boats around. Lead boats with experienced skippers accompany all cruises, offering advice should you need it, plus comprehensive cruise notes and regular briefings. A full social programme is always planned, but there is also enough time to explore or relax on your own... you do as little or much as you want! The biggest factors are that you are able to crusie in company with like minded people, make new friends and broaden your cruising

horizons but most of all have fun!

For 2007, the RYA Sealine Southern Motor Cruise will be visiting the coast of Normandy. Starting from Poole Quay Boat Haven, we will cross the Channel to Cherbourg for one night, where there will be a reception sponsored by Alpine Electronics. The following day we cross the Seine Bay to the beautiful town of Honfleur. Following two days in Honfleur we will cruise through the ship lock at Oustrium and along the canal under the famous Pegasus Bridge and moor in Caen. Two days later we will head on to Carentan for a couple of days before returning to Cherbourg for a Black Tie BBQ, before the fleet disperses the following day. Although this year’s cruise is fully booked (with a waiting list) please register your interest in future events using the contact details on the last page of this article.

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RYA Sealine Southern Motor Cruise Simon and Georgina Tillyer, along with their two children, joined the RYA Sealine Motor Cruise to take their boat Molly Rose across the Channel for the first time.

“The RYA Sealine Motor Cruise from Poole to the Normandy ports of Cherbourg, St Vaast, Carentan, Caen and Honfleur was by far the most ambitious trip we had ever planned on our boat, which up until now had mainly been used for day trips and the odd overnight stay in the Solent and nearby ports.”

“The cruise particularly suited us as it coincided with the school holidays and with two children aged nine and four we hoped that other young families would be on the cruise allowing the children to make new friends. When we arrived at Poole to register, the children wasted no time getting to know each other as they unpacked remote control boats, crab lines and fishing nets. By the time we attended the

evening reception we, as parents, felt that although we still had a few apprehensions about the trip, the children would be entertaining themselves.”

“We’d imagined our first Channel crossing to be on mirror flat seas. Unfortunately, this was not the case but following the RYA grouping arrangements and skippers briefing by Sealine Sea School’s Yachtmaster Instrutor, Tim Pearce, we were confident of being looked after while still being on our own.”

“Waypoints for the whole cruise were provided by the RYA team and passage start times agreed so any tricky tidal calculations were eliminated from the passage plan. Seastart were also accompanying us and many boats benefited from their advice, from simple checks to more involved work. Arrival in Cherbourg merited a wine reception and our RYA First Timers’ Cross Channel Certificate.”

“For the children the highlight of Cherbourg was the shrimp and prawn fishing, with buckets lining the pontoon.” >>

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“Both of the 82ft. motor yachts we treated with Coppercoat have gained almost two knots in speed, we are amazed.”

Ali al Jafla, Chairman Sunseeker Middle East

“...we have been particularly impressed by Coppercoat's performance and we would confidently recommend it.”

Yachting Monthly magazine, after 8 year trial

MULTI-SEASON ANTI-FOULING +44 (0) 1202 888802 www.coppercoat.com

FRANCE • CROATIA • BRAZIL • ITALY • TURKEY • AUSTRALIA • NEW ZEALAND • SPAIN • HOLLAND • SOUTH AFRICA • KUWAIT • GREECE • SLOVENIA • DUBAI • NOR WAY • POLAND

All the events are very popular – places are limited and are based on a first come first served basis. To register your interest and request more information and an entry forms please contact RYA Cruising Tel: 0845 345 0370 or Email:cruising@rya.org.uk.

“After a night in Cherbourg, we headed east to the fishing port of St Vaast and then, two days later, an early start in darkness took us to Carentan.

As we entered the Carentan canal, one by one the boats disappeared into dense fog with barely 50 yards visibility. Our pity went to the poor yachtsman leaving the canal with 25 motor cruisers heading in his direction.”

“Following a few days filled with BBQ’s, sightseeing, socialising and a visit to the local outdoor swimming pool, it was time to move on to Caen. As we left, the still morning was rounded off by the company of seals and jumping fish.”

“By now locks, lift and swing bridges and boat handling were starting to get easier. Moored in the city centre we were warmly welcomed by the Harbour Master and later greeted at a civic reception by the Mayor.”

“Our last stop, Honfleur was fantastic; a place filled with unique character with breathtaking architecture and restaurants. Returning to our boat by dinghy in the darkness after an evening meal in this unique setting was simply magical and a memory that will stay with us for a long time. After two nights

in Honfleur we headed for home, again in less than ideal conditions but under the watchful eye of a group leader, somewhere out there in the fog, but still in radio contact.”

“We found our first Channel crossing a great experience, although not always relaxing, with both adults and children making good friends. With the support of Sealine, Seastart and the RYA we felt in safe hands throughout the cruise and it has given us the confidence to change our future boating plans.’’

Sealine also support the RYA Spring and Autumn Musters which are normally held in Cowes, Isle of Wight. Here the Sealine Sea School runs masterclasses in boat handling to the attendees whether their choice of boating is sail or power. There are various other masterclasses happening during the weekend including ‘How to get the best out of your……Radar/DSC/Electronics properly’ – There is also a party on the Saturday evening! The next Muster is on the weekend 27th/28th October 2007.

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Advance Yacht Systems Ltd

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ith more and more owners wanting their yacht to be like a second home, Advance Yacht Systems are leading the way in combining the best equipment to make your luxury yacht a more luxurious experience.

With power from one of our smallest generators, the Paguro 4000, you can enjoy pure fresh water supplied by a Dessalator watermaker, a comfortable environment with Mermaid Marine Air conditioning, the convenience of electric cooking and even run a dive compressor!

Whether planning a long weekend or a day anchored off the beach, we can enhance your enjoyment of life on board and increase the window available for using your yacht, not to mention the freedom of being independent from marinas.

MERCHANDISE Welcome to Sealine’s exclusive range of clothing and accessories.

With over thirty years’ experience designing and building luxury boats we understand the challenges and conditions that face those at sea.

Whether your journey is one of adventure, relaxation, or pure pleasure we have developed a clothing line that delivers the same quality and performance that is synonymous with the Sealine name. The result: a unique range of clothing and accessories manufactured using only the highest quality materials to provide maximum comfort and durability in all conditions.

visit: www.sealine.com

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Bespoke service available.

Thinking of purchasing a new Lifejacket?

We can print your name, boats name/ logo in one of the two places indicated here. This offer is available across the full range of Crewfit lifejackets (one printed logo per lifejacket). Due to the printing process, lifejackets can only be printed during the manufacturing stage - therefore we cannot personalise existing lifejackets.

For further details on this offer and to obtain prices, please contact: guy@crewsaver.co.uk

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N. Benson Captain

www.crewsaver.co.uk

Personalise your lifejacket

Crewfit Lifejacket

Mumby Road, Gosport, Hampshire P012 1AQ United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 23 9252 8621 Fax: +44 (0) 23 9251 0905 Email: sales@crewsaver.co.uk Web: www.crewsaver.co.uk Crewsaver and the Crewsaver symbol are registered trade marks of Cosalt:plc

Cruise in Style with Mastertrim W ith over 30 years experience in marine upholstery, Mastertrim offer an excellent make-over service. Whether your yacht or cruiser needs a complete overhaul, modernising or just your individual touch added, Mastertrim can accommodate. We recognise the importance of outstanding quality and customer satisfaction is our priority.

Our aim is to fulfil individual needs and specifications.

Refurbishments offered include cabins, saloons, dinettes, roof linings, sprung mattresses and exterior upholstery. We also offer a complete interior design alteration.

All our work is hand crafted by our highly skilled team at our premises in Staffordshire.

For further details, please contact us or visit our showroom.

Mastertrim Limited Conduit Road Telephone: 01543 276111 Norton Canes Facsimile: 01543 495218 Cannock E-mail: loui@mastertrim.co.uk Staffs WS11 9TJ Web: www.mastertrim.co.uk INSTINCT 109

, International 速 and Biolux速 are registered trademarks of Akzo Nobel. 速

Interspeed Ultra contains Copper Oxide and Dichlofluanid. Always read the label. Use pesticides safely. Contact your local International Paint Ltd. representative for further information.

Are you using the most powerful hard antifouling on the planet?

Interspeed Ultra. Powerful protection for powerboats against the ravages of the ocean.

Formulated with Biolux速 technology, Ultra is a fortress packed with biocides to stop the most agressive of fouling for up to 18 months. This tough antifouling is extremely hard and scrubbable, so you know it will continue looking good however hard you push it.

So, for heavy-duty protection, switch to Ultra and repower your hull.

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Visit our website for more information: yachtpaint.com

International Paint Ltd. Tel: 023 8022 6722 Fax: 023 8033 5975

marine

services

There are hundreds of companies out there offering marine aftercare specialists, Supplyor & Installation either Bespoke GRP Design, specialists engine of Luxury Mosaics specialists, but wouldn’t it be wonderful to have one supplier capable of offering you all the specialists you need to look after your boat? Well now you can.

ELITE Marine Services, a company established by Lee Daniel (right) and his team of former Sealine production technicians gives you extensive experience and outstanding quality at best value prices. With an approach that’s about making the most of your boating experience and maintaining the optimum performance of your boat, the team of mobile servicing technicians actually take the time to understand what you as an So whatever your requirements, big or from bow to stern, niggling faults, individual boat SHOWROOM owner needs from MIDLANDS your small, LONDON SHOWROOM overhauls, customisation and retrofits, or New Kings Road Longbarn Design Village craft. Their passion for boating is obvious Telephone: 0207 581 6868 Telephone: 01789 765 000 from the moment you meet them. After all, just when no one else can help, who knows your boatwww.houseofmosaics.co.uk better than the guys ELITE Marine Services will give you a no-nonsense, honest assessment. that made them?

Bespoke Design, Supply & Installation of Luxury Mosaics

marine

To get advice or talk through your individual requirements contact Lee directly on 07983 597621, email enquiries@elite-marine.com or visit www.elite-marine.com for more information.

services

At ELITE Marine Services we make it easy to look after your boat by giving you specialists in every area of marine aftercare all in one place.

We guarantee you quality craftsmanship, use genuine parts and offer you reliability at competitive rates. What’s more, we’ll even come to you! Our friendly technicians operate from mobile servicing units fitted

out with the latest tooling, making boat repairs and customisations effortlessly simple. They offer knowledgeable advice stemming from years of extensive boat building experience. There are no limitations and no ‘specific areas’ and you’re sure to receive the very best information, guidance, recommendations and options every time.

Whatever your boat needs, we do.

For more information visit www.elite-marine.com, email enquiries@elite-marine.com or call 07983 597621.

31 Mochdre Industrial Estate Newtown Powys. U.K. SY16 4LE 01686 629010 tel.

01686 626700 fax. sales@makefast.com

Makefast the home of Marine automatic roof systems just got bigger with an additional 20,000 sq ft factory dedicated to designing and building the best.

Put the rest in the shade with a Makefast Automatic Sunroof, Bimini or Canopy.

To find out more contact sales at Makefast or visit www.Makefast.com

Deganwy Marina 5 star living with a world heritage view.

Come and see for yourself... * * * *

170 berths 8-15 metres Fuel berth with waste disposal Toilets & bathrooms Fully serviced berths

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Deganwy Marina, Deganwy Quay, Conwy, North Wales, LL31 9DQ Tel: 01492 576888 Fax: 01492 580066 email: admin@deganwymarina.net

Chandlery / lifestyle shop Laundry Hard standing & servicing 20 Ton hoist

Swansea Marina

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wansea Marina Lies in the very heart of the city’s redeveloped and award winning maritime quarter and is surrounded by restaurants shops and marine businesses. We were the first coastal marina to open in the Bristol Channel and we are one of the few marinas in the U.K. to hold the coveted yacht harbour association 5 Gold Anchor award .In 2007 we were again awarded the European Blue Flag for marinas.

We are bordered by the city centre on one side and our own sandy beach on the other. Road access is excellent and London is approximately 3.5 hours away by motorway.

For those wishing to sail locally our area covers the beautiful Gower coast, The UK first area of

outstanding natural beauty. There are lovely sandy beaches to anchor off and clear waters for swimming and diving.

The marina Caters for 500 permanent berth holder s with 20 dedicated visitor berths for vessels of all sizes. All pontoons are serviced with fresh water and many have electric points. There is 24 hour access to marina facilities and pontoons via security fobs.

Diesel and Gas are also available. Full yard facilities are also provided with a 25 tonne marine travel lift and several businesses on site catering for all the boating requirements.

Access to the open sea is through the Tawe barrage lock which Is manned from 07.00 to 22.00 hours daily.

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Shore power can’t handle everything at once.

Moor the boat, plug into shore power and make some coffee. That’s no problem.

The shore fuse is 6 amps and the coffee maker only needs 4. But then, without warning, the water heater turns on… Oops, suddenly there’s a total of 8 amps needed, the shore fuse blows and you’re without power. Victron Energy has developed a superb solution to this problem: with the Phoenix MultiPlus inverter/battery charger you can draw more current than your shore connection permits. Insufficient shore current is compensated for by power from the battery and any excess current will be used to recharge. The Phoenix MultiPlus can also be used to increase the output of your genset. Parallel operation of 2 or more units enables you to meet even the greatest power demand.

See our website www.victronenergy.com for more details or ask for the book ‘Energy Unlimited’, which we will mail to you free of charge.

VICTRON ENERGY BV (UK DISTRIBUTION) PO BOX 3719, CV22 5YE RUGBY (WARWICKSHIRE). PHONE: 017-885 67 123. FAX: 017-885 79 919.

VICTRON ENERGY (WORLD-WIDE DISTRIBUTION) ALMERE-HAVEN, THE NETHERLANDS. PHONE: +31-36-535 97 00.

E-MAIL: SALES@VICTRONENERGY.COM WEBSITE: WWW.VICTRONENERGY.COM

THE POWER OF INDEPENDENCE

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hen you come home after a long day, you may well want to be able to put the kettle on, throw a load in the washing machine and switch on the TV; the last thing you think about is whether there’s enough electricity to go round. And you certainly wouldn’t put up with having to go and re-set the trip switches several times a day.

So why would you put up with such a situation when you’re on board? Limited capacity shore supply means you either need to ration your use of power or run your generator. Using the air-conditioning then adds a whole other dimension where the start up current is often too much for shore power regardless of anything else that may be on at the same time.

When you start to look at how power gets used a pattern of long periods of modest power use mixed with very short periods of high power consumption emerges. Watching the TV or listening to your favourite music with the fridge and freezer running in the background means modest power consumption – perhaps just a few hundred watts. Then you go and switch the kettle on and, for a few minutes whilst it boils, you’re using ten times as much at 3.5kW. The conventional power solution used on the majority of motor yachts is a collection of discrete components all of which live happily together but without integration. As far as mains power is concerned, you either use shore power or your generator or, if you have one, the inverter. But you are unable to make use of more than one source of power simultaneously. And then you have a substantial resource of reserve energy stored in the battery that, normally, you have no access to.

So what if you could use anything you wanted, at any time of day, regardless of the capacity of your shore supply? Or perhaps you are planning to fit airconditioning but your generator is not big enough to cope and there’s no room for anything bigger.

Drawing on decades of experience in the field of computer power protection, Victron Energy has pioneered a technology called power assist. This allows shore or generator power to be topped up at any instant by borrowing energy from the battery.

When the peak in demand is passed and there is power to spare, what was taken from the battery is

then replaced.

Power Assist is a feature specific to the MultiPlus range of inverter chargers. Power from the shore supply feeds through the unit and is used to charge the batteries whilst also feeding the other on-board consumers. As more power is demanded by the equipment on the boat, the charging function reduces to avoid tripping the mains.

Now for the really clever but; if you require more power than shore supply is able to deliver then the unit draws form the battery, inverts the supply and provides the additional current needed. This might be to support the inrush demanded by air conditioning on start up or because the hair dryer has been switched on in addition to the entertainment system and the fridge freezer.

The technology can be expanded for bigger applications on more luxuriously appointed vessels. More than one unit can be used together in combination with a modest generator to allow the use of a full electric galley with, for example, an induction hob, oven, microwave, laundry and more.

A system with a 6kW generator and a pair of 3kW Multi Plus units can provide the starting power of an 18kW generator and the continuous power of a 12kW set.

MultiPlus can be easily added to an existing vessel as a retro-fit or engineered as a central part of the system fitted to your new yacht. Solutions are available from a range of standard packages or can be designed into a bespoke solution tuned to your specific needs. Full details of the technology and how it can most effectively be put to work are detailed in the book Energy Unlimited that is available, free of charge, for download or in hard copy on request.

Visit www.victronenergy.com for more information and details of who to contact to discuss how you can empower yourself to enjoy true freedom from the restriction of conventional thinking.

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FOULING AND OSMOSIS RESISTANT GEL COAT Have Seaslip built into your new craft to experience higher speed and increased manoeuvrability.

SEASLIP’S glass smooth surface reduces friction and gives higher speed or reduced fuel consumption for up to 15 years.

Seaslip eliminates the cost of annual antifouling and its selfcleaning property extends the period between slipping because it remains clean for longer than conventional antifouling.

SEASLIP Gel Coat is a microporous epoxy-copper fouling resistant gel-coat that has been developed for in mould application during the manufacture of GRP hulls. It produces a hard, abrasion and damage resistant surface that repels fouling and is self cleaning, even in tropical waters.

Marine Transport, Valeting & Antifouling Services

The largest chandlers in Swansea and West Wales We stock:• SEBAGO • HENRY LLOYD • GILL

This Diva 38 was built in Tallinn

SEASLIP is almost maintenance for Egil Sunde of Stavanger free, only requiring pressure wash- and launched in July 2003. Seaing during haul out. slip was moulded into the hull and although she is moored in

SEASLIP has a very long life, up to a high fouling area she does 15 years or more, depending on not require annual scrubbing as her hull remains clean. the thickness applied.

SEASLIP is available in red, black, green and blue.

International Paint Flagship Store Specialist Antifouling Soda Blasting

Forget scrubbing, cleaning and painting your boat - Channel Marine is a one - stop- shop for all your boating needs.

We do all the hard work so you get to enjoy more of your valuable leisure time!

We offer an extensive range of high quality services and products.

Channel Marine Unit 4 Fishmarket Quay Trawler Road Swansea Marina SA1 1UP

Valeting & Polishing

Tel: 01792 467 816 Mob: 07751 191 784

Transportation

E-mail: info@channelmarine.co.uk

REACTIVE RESINS 33 Normandy Way, Walker Lines Ind. Est. Bodmin PL31 1HA. Tel 01208 264999 e-mail enquiries @reactiveresins.com www.reactiveresins.com

MARINE INSURANCE SOLUTIONS

For all risks for all yachts go to www.yachtline.co.uk myboat@yachtline.co.uk 0207 403 3884

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Advanced Decking System Aikona is a durable and versatile alternative to teak decking. It is manufactured from a UV stable, rigid vinyl composite to look and feel like natural wood. It has a textured, slipresistant surface that remains effective even when wet. Please visit our website or contact us for further details.

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Yachtline Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.

Aikona Limited T: +44 (0)1243 774 521 E-mail: info@aikona.co.uk www.aikona.co.uk

NEW FOR 2007 GLEN-SUN “INFLATABLE” RANGE from CHINA TO CORK - IRELAND

Selected dealers invited – contact George Hegarty, BCL, (NUI) MIIMS. Yacht Broker – Marine Surveyor.

GLEN-SUN “INFLATABLE” BOATS. GLEN MARINE DESIGNS BOATYARD COMPANY. MONKSTOWN CREEK, CORK HARBOUR - IRELAND. Full range of sizes – RIBS and/or CONSOLES - SPORTS BOATS, Everything from TENDERS to DIVING BOATS. Range of floor types, sizes, colours with unbeatable services.

Unsurpassed Quality with full Warranty.

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Unit 7 io Centre Stephenson Road Fareham Hampshire PO15 5RU United Kingdom Phone: 44 (0) 1329 847225 Fax: 44 (0) 1329 847226 Email: eurosales@sea-fire.com

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e are a family run business that specialises in the transportation of boats by road within the UK, France and Spain. We have over 25 years experience.

Our equipment includes both a rigid lorry with trailer and also a left-hand drive artic. We have the capacity to move the complete range of Sealine boats as well as yachts and steel boats.

Please contact us for a quotation!

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You will find us all both friendly and helpful as did a Sealine customer who wrote:“They knew exactly what they were doing and their expertise was invaluable to us. As far as we are concerned it is a truly professional firm and we would highly recommend them.”

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Chains and Accessories since 1890

ur Company has been making chains, lifting gear, forgings, fabrications and associated equipment since 1890.

Water, Agriculture and General Engineering are some of the industries we currently supply. Our marine products are used extensively in dock and harbour installations, in the production of new leisure craft and in permanent moorings throughout UK waters.

In addition to our chain making we have an ‘oddwork’ department with comprehensive plant for fabricating, forging and machining in carbon steels and stainless steels. We specialise in bespoke assemblies and small batch work. We are recognised experts in the manufacture of equipment for a wide variety of applications including lifting, lashing, suspension, haulage and fendering.

We are proud of our reputation for high quality products and efficient service, and we maintain the most stringent quality control over all stages of production.

Our ISO9001:2000 certification is proof of our commitment to quality.

www.bradneychain.com T: (+44) 1334-636233 F: (+44) 1384-634289 email: sales@bradneychain.co.uk

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T H E T 6 0 F E E L S I N C R E D I B LY R O O M Y. B U T T H E N , W E ’ V E A LWAY S B E E N B I G O N I N N O VAT I O N .

Take a tour of Sealine’s flagship T60 and you could be forgiven for thinking that you were aboard a much larger yacht. In fact, both the master and VIP cabins are the largest in their class courtesy of our use of super-strong honeycomb aluminium flooring. A design initiative that allows us to create more room below deck and surround you with the comfort and luxury you’d normally find in a yacht of more significant proportions. So when the T60 won ‘Best Fybridge Motor Yacht between 50 and 60 feet’* at the Cannes Boat Show, the judges may well have double checked the measurements.

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF DEALERS VISIT WWW.SEALINE.COM BELFAST • BRAY • BRIXHAM • CHERTSEY • CHICHESTER • DEGANWY • EASTBOURNE • GOSPORT INVERKIP • IPSWICH • LINCOLN • LIVERPOOL • PENARTH • SWANWICK • WINDERMERE *As voted by Yachts Magazine

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The Sealine range comprises 16 motor yachts, from 25 to 60 feet.

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