Pacific Powerboat - March April 2017

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HOW LONG IS YOUR BOAT?

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AIS EXPLAINED & WHY YOU NEED IT PUMPED FOR FUN ALL YOU NEED TO KNOWN ABOUT INFLATABLE TOW TOYS

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CONTENTS

REVIEWS 46 GRADY-WHITE JOURNEY 258 62 RIVIERA 4800 SPORT YACHT 72 MCLAY 701 GEN 2 CRUISER 86 OCEAN ALEXANDER 70 EVOLUTION 46

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F E AT U R E S

HOW LONG IS YOUR BOAT?

LENGTH OVER ALL VS LENGTH OVER HULL

54 INFLATABLE TOW TOYS

104 WILD WATERS: FISHING PNG

126 CRUISE OF THE ENVOY

Tips and hints on buying and towing inflatable tow toys.

Deranged dogtooth tuna and monstrous Maori wrasse are just some of the prey that lurk in the uncharted waters of remote eastern PNG. Text by Al McGlashan

Laurie and Diane Cranfield report this issue on the Greek Aegean Sea as they continue their 2016 cruise around the Med.

78 AIS EXPLAINED What is AIS and why should you consider installing one in your boat?

92 MFDsTECHNOLOGY OVERLOAD Tom Burden explains about MFDs and Freddy Foote checks out some of the latest 12” MFDs on the market.

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116 HOW BIG ARE THEY REALLY We looked at twelve different but similar ‘sized’ fibreglass cabin boats, to find out just how much they vary in length.

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COVER See page 46

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Cast away your worries

REGULARS 6 DESIGN FOCUS

36 POWER ON

AM 37 inspired by Aston Martin.

New outboards, diesel and petrol inboards for 2017.

Trailer boat and outboard sales booming in NZ - Doug Dukeson

12 GUEST COMMENT The secret of having good anchor tackle - Grant MacDuff, MD of Chains Ropes & Anchors

14 SEEN & ADMIRED Azimut Atlantis 43 Sealegs 7.7 D Tube

18 NEWS News. New products, boats and events.

40 RACING NEWS Opening two rounds of NZ Offshore Series.

42 CRUISING MATTERS The joys of anchoring in big groups.

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10 PUBLISHER’S COMMENT

Hot new products from some of the world’s leading brands.

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Geat summer reads - Barry Thompson

38 ELECTRONICS NEWS

44 STRAIGHT FROM THE GALLEY

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DESIGN FOCUS

AM37

ASTON MARTIN DNA

Every once in a while, something radically different from the norm is introduced to the world which alters people’s perceptions.

Merging design, technology, style and comfort in a totally new way, Quintessence Yachts has encapsulated the best of all worlds in the stunning new AM37 powerboat.

The $1.6 million boat is a result of two years of research and development. It promises a unique yachting experience featuring state-of-the art technology combined with an entirely bespoke design.

The power boat measures 37 feet -- hence the name -- and has a capacity of six passengers and two crew members. It was

designed by Aston Martin’s EVP & Chief Creative Officer Marek Reichman and his design team in partnership with naval architect Mulder Design and the Dutch company Quitessence Yachts.

The interior is customised to meet the needs of each customer. The exterior is defined by a fluidity of design. A single piece of sculpted glass is used for the wraparound windscreen and the double curvature is a new concept in boat design.

The decks are made with natural teak and the seating is upholstered in Foglizzo leather.

The electrically engineered cockpit cover can be stowed away at a touch of a button

or can be synchronized with an Apple iWatch to control it remotely.

For those keen on entering the world of Aston Martin via the nautical experience, a bespoke service is available through “Q

by Aston Martin” with a wide range of materials and colours, including details such as stitching.

The AM37 is available in two versions. The one with a top speed of 45 knots (52 mph) comes with either two 370 hp Mercury diesel engines or two 430 hp Mercury petrol engines. The AM37S, with an estimated top speed of 50 knots (68mph), has twin 520 hp Mercury petrol engines. www.quintessenceyachts.com

EDITOR’S NOTE

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Barry Thompson

PUBLISHER D&B Publishing Ltd Trading as BoatMags.com EDITORIAL Barry Thompson, Editor DDI: +64 (0)9 428 2086 Mob: +64 (0)21 777 355 email: barry@boatmags.com CONTRIBUTORS Doug Dukeson, Freddy Foote Derek the Chef, Laurie Cranfield, Mike Rose ADVERTISING New Zealand & Australia Doug Dukeson DDI: +64 (0)9 428 2328 Mob: +64 (0)21 772 202 email: doug@boatmags.com Alex Ram DDI: +64 (0)9 428 7277 Mob: +64 (0)21 0286 5298 email: alex@boatmags.com PRODUCTION Design & Prepress: Annabelle Rose Design Mob: +64 (0)27 427 4559 email: design@annabellerose.co.nz Printer: PMP Limited WEBSITE Momentum Marketing Carl Thompson Tel: +64 (0)21 762 275 email: carl@gomomentum.marketing ACCOUNTS Soraja Thompson Tel: +64 (0)9 428 2086 email: accounts@boatmags.com CIRCULATION Gordon & Gotch Ltd SUBSCRIPTIONS Printed & Digital subs@boatmags.com Pacific PowerBoat is published bi-monthly January, March, May, July, September, November REGISTERED OFFICE 14 Glamis Ave, Manly, Whangaparaoa, Auckland, New Zealand. email: barry@boatmags.com www.boatmags.com Postal Address: PO Box 132 Whangaparaoa, Auckland 0930, New Zealand.

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GREAT SUMMER READS O

ver the summer break, as short as it was, I found some time to read a few books, and by books, I mean hardcover ones. I mentioned that because for the past couple of years I have been a Kindle reader. What I like about Kindle is the books are very cheap and when you are flying a lot like I do, the Ipad takes up a lot less space than a printed book. Now, I know I should be advocating the printed word as that’s what we promote with our magazine, but times they are changing.

We now have close to 9000 online subscribers and that’s growing. While our printed copies still sell well both with subs and in the shops, the real growth is online….like it or not. Don’t get me wrong, print is far from dead and I read the other day that books are making a comeback at the expense of online options such as Kindle.

Anyway, back to my books. The first one was Donald Campbell 300+ A Speed Odyssey (ISSN 978 0 7509 7008 2) by David de Lara. It’s an easy read with 100s of fabulous photos and illustrations throughout its 281 pages. The book follows the life of Donald Campbell, whose pursuit of speed was legendary.

The forward by daughter Gina Campbell pays a fitting tribute to a father that set goals that had to be broken, no matter the cost. Ultimately chasing the water speed record in 4th January 1967 on Coniston Waters cost him his life. One chapter in the book describes him as a stubborn bugger whose determination and stubbornness was overwhelming in every pursuit, be it land or water speed records.

The book chronicles his record breaking attempts, from his land speed records, when in 1964 on Lake Eyre, Australia, he became the first man to run over 400mph, to his obsession with pushing the water

speed record higher and higher. His best achievement was a top speed in 1964 of 276.30mph. While he arguably went over 300 mph on the first run in K7 on Coniston Waters, the fatal accident on the return meant he could never official claim to be the first man to break 300 mph. Well not officially.

It wasn’t until 1978 that Australian Ken Warby officially cracked the 300mph barrier, with a peak speed of 344.86mph and an average for the record of 317.58mph.

De Lara’s book is a great read for any petrolhead and well worth having on the coffee table.

One of the other books was Blood, Sweat & The Sea (ISBN 978-0-9954082-9-6) by Mike Swinson. This is the biography of John Muir, a remarkable Tasmanian who started from scratch, defied the odds and built an internationally successful business manufacturing winches.

It’s a great historical read and not one that you scan through in one sitting. The 416 pages detail the Muir legacy, the days of the Muir Boatyard through John’s sailing years and the growth of one of the world’s most respected winch brands. Another great read, especially for those that know John and the Muir family.

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TRAILERBOAT MARKET STILL TRENDING UPWARD J

ust before deadline when I was thinking about what I should comment on in this column, I received a report from NZ Marine, re the state of our trailer boat market in New Zealand. Put together by Power Stats, the report is an overview of boat trailer registrations and outboard motor imports in New Zealand. It looks at stats since 2007 and when you spend some time looking at the figures, they make fascinating reading.

The report identified trends in the trailer boat market and even breaks down the local boat sales compared to imports and along with outboard sales, shows a rising trend. New boat trailer registrations were up 14% for 2016 over the previous year.

The report shows that year on year, new boat trailer registration is continuing for the 5th year in a row, averaging at 10% growth each year. There were 8,124 new boat trailer registrations in 2016, which is a record number over the last decade and up 9% on 7,457 registrations in 2015.

What is also interesting is that in 2016, 95% of all new boat trailers registered in New Zealand were produced by domestic manufacturers and only 5% were imported. This is the highest domestic production share in the last ten years and unquestionably one major factor is the boom in aluminium boats.

The growth in new boat trailer registrations has been across almost all the key regions of New Zealand, with the exception of a decline in Christchurch. While Christchurch still maintains about 10% market share, followed closely by regions such as Hamilton, Tauranga and Whangarei, Auckland makes up almost 40% of new

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trailer boat registrations.

Outboard motor sales were also up, with 8,637 outboard motors imported during 2016, a 21% increase on the previous year.

By comparison, in 2007 we saw 10181 outboards imported and in 2009 as the GFC hit us, this dropped to an all-time low of 4375. The good news is that apart from a small dip in 2015, outboard motor imports have been on the rise. Trends have stayed much the same with an average since 2007 of 30/70 split between outboards under 7hp (30%) and those over 7hp (70%).

Marine diesel engines were also included in the report with 351 sales reported by diesel engine distributors participating in the PowerStats project in New Zealand for 2016. While this is an exact match to the 351 engines reported for 2015, the engines reported for 2016 comprised of a larger number of more powerful engines (above 150kW).

By comparison, 988 marine diesel engine sales were reported in Australia by members of the Australian Diesel Engine Distributors Association for 2016, a 10% decrease on the previous year.

What the report tells me is that the trailer boat industry in NZ, be it locally built product or imports is in fantastic shape, better than it has been in years. I am constantly amazed at the number of new boats on order in all sectors, be it aluminium of fibreglass. There’s also still a significant trend towards larger hardtops, a market sector that in my opinion is dominated by Kiwi boat builders.

Roll on 2017 and may next year’s report show the market is even stronger.

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G U E ST CO M M E N T: G R A N T M AC D U F F

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URBAN MYTH, OLD SCHOOL, BULLSHIT MARKETING OR JUST LACK OF SOUND KNOWLEDGE

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s we are the only dedicated specialists in the field and have the largest range of chains ropes and anchors under one roof in Australasia, we are always being asked about stories about anchoring system equipment and especially anchors.

Over the years we have spend a lot of time trying to track the sources behind many of these stories, comments and supposed issues. We have found most fall into 1 of 4 categories, Urban myth, old school, bullshit marketing or just lack of sound knowledge. Sadly the last one is becoming the most common source over the last few years with the growth of the interweb.

One of those stories is if you have a slotted shank, the boat can swing 180 degrees on a tide change and the slot will allow the chain to slide pulling your anchor out. This is a common one we get a lot. We find one anchor brand seller says that a lot in their marketing (yet they have a slotted shank option themselves). We’ve also spent many hours trying to find someone it has happened to, and they don’t exist.

Our call on this, it’s rubbish and just another myth. For that to happen, something has to defy the laws of physics.

Another common issue is people taking advice from people who knew the ins and outs 25 years ago, but things have moved on so much they are out of date. The problem we face is they trust their mates, which is a good thing generally, but that makes it hard for someone else to correct the information. So watch for ‘old school’, it is a lot different than the new gear available today.

Another big problem we see is the interweb and marketing. It’s easy to whack up a website and make lots of grandiose claims about a new wonder product and doing so knowing it is unlikely to be challenged by anyone.

Or another common marketing trick is to disguise your marketing under the guise of a knowledge base or information. We see that a lot, where what can appear as real knowledge is actually pure marketing, leading people in a specific path to a singular item, not to good clean information on all options.

The last issue we see the boaters facing is the lack of specific knowledge on all the options at a retail level. Some of the things are WTF. It’s often that wrong and actually frighteningly spooky. It’s all good having a one-stop shop but if you want the best information on meat and the best steak do you go to a supermarket or the butcher?

Don’t let the above put anyone off, but just use it as a way of filtering what you are reading or being told. Most do and say what they think to get you to go a specific way. This is good but is it the best way for you or the best way for them, that’s what you need to keep in mind.

That’s why we have them all. We can talk independently on each product, explaining the benefits and downsides as they relate to you, not our accountant. Doing that usually means the boater gets the best option and value for money.

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porty, high-performing and dynamic, the Azimut Atlantis 43 is a versatile sports cruiser for those who love chasing the waves and seeking the true trill of life at sea. Great cruising ease, the ideal balance between quality and safety, the perfect alchemy of beauty and functionality: and all in large, welcoming spaces and meticulously planned interiors in line the best Italian design.

The exterior offers a fully relaxing experience, thanks to two large sunbathing areas and ideal outdoor furnishings conceived for relaxing moments under the sun and beautiful sunsets at anchor.

With an uncommonly large 4.25m beam allied to head height of 2.1 m on the main deck and 1.92 m down below, the Atlantis

43 is designed to bully its way to the very top of the class for interior volume. That’s certainly evident on the main deck where, despite the provision of very decent external walkways, the saloon enjoys enough space for a proper external galley with sink, barbecue and fridge, plus a large wraparound dining area to starboard and a sun lounger at the co-pilot position.

The spacious and welcoming living area is marked by noble materials, fine fabrics and sophisticated finishes. It can be further enhanced with the Alta Moda (High Fashion) dĂŠcor, featuring a selection of furnishing fabrics designed by some of the biggest names in Italian fashion industry.

The sleeping area lies in the lower deck, and offers comfortable, bright cabins

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overlooking the horizon. The bathrooms, all of which come with a separate shower, are comfortable and welcoming, to ensure the utmost privacy at the end of the day.

In addition to the master suite, the guest cabin can be fitted with a third bed.

Both cabins are spacious and comfortable, and equipped with every comfort, for the utmost relaxation.

The Azimut Atlantis 43 is a great performer and with a pair of Volvo Penta D6 400s has a top speed of 35 knots. Look for a full evaluation on the new Atlantis 43 in the next issue (May-June) of PPB. Azimut Yachts, Ph +64 09 377 6602, info@pinnaclemarine.co.nz www.azimutyachts.co.nz

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Sealegs 7.7 Sport D-Tube

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iwi boat builder, Sealegs International has released its newest amphibious craft, the 7.7m Sport D-Tube.

Designed and built in-house by Sealegs, the new 7.7m Sport D-Tube joins the company’s popular 6.1m model in the D-Tube range. The new larger model set to appeal to those who want more volume in their amphibious craft, coupled with additional features to make it an all round and capable fishing machine.

Fisherman will love the open layout of the 7.7m Sport D-Tube. The ability to navigate to the forward area around the helm console and the high cockpit sides will allow anglers to play that large fish confidently and securely.

Features include cockpit side shelf storage, six rod holders in the coamings, cupholders, a bait board, fore and aft passenger seating and a spacious dash able to accommodate up to 12� multi function displays. A bimini or a T-Top is available as an option providing extra protection from the elements.

The 7.7m Sport D-Tube measures in at 7.8m in length overall with the wheels up, and has an external beam of 2.26m.

The 5mm alloy hull has a 21 degree deadrise, and features six aluminium chambers making the craft very stable, buoyant and virtually unsinkable.

Like all Sealegs craft, the 7.7m D-Tube is powered by Sealegs patented Amphibious Enablement System, or AES. The AES, including a fully marinised system of hydraulically powered legs and wheels, is powered by a marinised 22HP inboard engine.

The fully integrated, turn-key package uses the same fuel source as the outboard, and is simple to learn and engage.

Powered by a 200hp Yamaha four-stroke outboard motor, the 7.7m Sport D-Tube will achieve 38.5 knots, and the 21 degree, 5mm alumnium constructed hull can handle outboards up to 200hp.

Look for a full review of the new 7.7m D-Tube in Alloy Boat Magazine #11 (May release). www.sealegs.com

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Rayglass Boats has announced the addition of a new 11.5m cruiser to their award winning range of high quality GRP powerboats.

The Rayglass 3500 is currently in production with the first boats being launched this year. It features a generous 3.6m beam, modern single level living and entertaining areas and is twin-diesel powered for economical cruising with exciting performance.

The Rayglass 3500, has been designed to be easily handled, dry stacked or moored, and suitable for both family cruising and fishing.

Unique production techniques ensure efficient use of available space, and as a result the design includes many features usually found only on much bigger vessels.

These include a galley placed aft to service both the large saloon and those in the cockpit, a U shaped lounge with great all round visibility and an island transom with functional seating, barbecue and live bait tank. There’s also a comfortable foredeck sun lounger, with recessed drink holders.

There are spacious master and guest cabins and separate shower and toilet areas.

“The new Rayglass 3500 is a sophisticated modern take on the much loved traditional kiwi sedan cruiser” says Scott Little, Rayglass Boats Sales Director. “We see it appealing to professionals, couples with young families, and those looking for a boys fishing launch”.

“We also know it will appeal to our existing Legend 2800 owners wanting to move up to something a bit bigger, and to those who might have been looking at a second hand 40ft launch but with concern for vessel age and on going maintenance issues.”

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NEWS

SEALEGS plan GLOBAL EXPANSION & NAME CHANGE

Auckland-based Sealegs, which manufactures and sells amphibious boats and systems in New Zealand and overseas, has announced plans to expand globally and to change its name.

The company - which intends to rebrand as Future Mobility Solutions as soon as practicable - said it was aiming to expand into new markets and new products, including drones and sea structures. It also announced plans to buy stakes in two different companies, one in France and one in South Africa.

The company said it plans to buy a 70% stake in SAS Sillinger from Groupe Marck for 2.1 million euros, 1.5 million euros in cash and 600,000 euros through the issuance of new Sealegs shares to Groupe Marck at 25

NZ cents a share.

The cash consideration will come from cash resources and the proceeds of a new share placement, it said in a statement. Sillinger is headquartered in France and manufactures and sells a wide range of crafts, specializing in the military and defence sectors.

Sealegs also said it has entered a conditional agreement to buy a 50.1 per cent stake in Gemini Marine, also through the issue of new shares to the owners of Gemini at 25 cents a share. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, Gemini designs and manufactures a wide range of rigid-inflatable boats and inflatable boats for rescue, military and patrol entities in different countries.

Both deals are subject to a number of conditions including due diligence,

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regulatory and legal approvals, the agreement of the final sales and purchase contract and shareholders’ agreement. It will also seek shareholder approval for the issue of further new shares, also at a price of 25 cents a share, to provide management incentives.

Subject to those conditions, it expects the two deals to be finalised by the end of the financial year in March. It also said it plans to list on an additional stock exchange in Europe within the next two years.

In the six months to the end of September 2016, Sealegs invoiced for 44 boats. It now expects total boat production to rise to more than 400 units per year and said it will have operations based in Auckland, Cape Town and Paris. www.sealegs.com

NEWS

Coastguard campaign helps ensure 2,200 people are safer on the water This summer’s Old4New Lifejacket Upgrade campaign, run by Coastguard, has seen over 2,200 old, damaged and obsolete lifejackets traded in by boaties, helping boaties keep safe on the water nationwide.

The campaign, in which a VW van laden with lifejackets visits communities across the country, has been running since early December and has visited 36 boat ramps and locations from Paihia in the north to Akaroa in Canterbury. Waitangi Weekend was the last chance for boaties to take advantage of the Old4New discounts, where they could get a new, fit-for-purpose lifejacket at a substantial saving. Boaties were encouraged to bring in their old lifejacket (in any condition) and receive a great discount on a brand new Hutchwilco lifejacket.

Coastguard have been overwhelmed with support from boaties and the public for the campaign. “We’re delighted that the Old4New Lifejacket Campaign has enjoyed such huge support from communities and the industry right across the country,” says Callum Gillespie, Coastguard Northern Region CEO. “Over 2,200 traded-in lifejackets means that there’s over 2,200 people who are now safer than ever on the water”.

Some lifejackets that were traded were over 40 years old, and some were so water-logged or damaged they had no life-saving function left. “It’s quite eye-opening the state of some of the lifejackets out there. We urge boaties to make sure that their lifejackets are in good condition, modern and that they fit well.”

The campaign also had an educational aspect to it, by helping people understand the importance of wearing – and not just taking – lifejackets. “It wasn’t just about getting new lifejackets into the community, but also ensuring that people walked away with lifejackets that are suitable for their type of watersport, and that fit properly,” said Mr Gillespie.

The campaign was established by Coastguard in Auckland and Northland in the summer of 2014, based on a similar model run by Transport NSW in Australia. Over the past three years, nearly 5,500 lifejackets have been traded in, with this year being the first time the campaign has run nationwide.

The campaign was funded with a water safety grant from Maritime New Zealand and is supported by kiwi companies Hutchwilco, the Giltrap Group and retailer Boating & Outdoors.

THE FUSION SIGNATURE SERIES JUST GOT BIGGER

Fusion Entertainment has expanded its awardwinning line of marine audio entertainment systems with the release of the new Fusion Signature Series 8.8-inch speakers.

The Signature Series offers unparalleled performance even when exposed to the harshest marine conditions.

The Signature Series 8.8-inch speakers join the successful 6.5- and 7.7-inch models. Built with the same premium materials as the rest of the line, the new 8.8-inch speakers deliver proven sound quality in a larger form factor. With a redesigned grille, the speakers are available in Sports White and Sports Chrome. With an elegant finish and designed to perfectly blend with the decor of any vessel, the new refined styling will aesthetically accompany and enhance any vessel.

A dual-colour diffused LED lighting option that illuminates in either striking blue or sparkling white based on the polarity of the wiring to add to the immersive experience the signature series delivers.

“Our powerful Signature Series is fast becoming the benchmark of quality and durability in marine audio,” said Chris Baird, managing director of Fusion Entertainment.

“Our customers expressed a need for a larger speaker and we listened and delivered. The 8.8-inch Signature Series speakers offer the most powerful and clearest sound quality on the water.”

Combining ‘CURV’ Cone composite technology with a silk dome tweeter and fully sealed crossover components, Signature Series speakers deliver premium sound definition, higher output and excellent integrated acoustic performance. Engineered to the True-Marine standard for a flawless listening experience that creates a smooth upper frequency response and increased efficiency.

Fusion Signature Series speakers are available for purchase from authorised dealers and retailers and protected by an industry-leading 3-year warranty. www.fusionentertainment.com WWW.BOAT M AGS.C O M 21

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SEA NYMPH IS

One of New Zealand’s best known trailer boat brands has made a welcome return to New Zealand. Sea Nymph boats are once again available, through owner and importer, Robbie Hopper.

The moulds were sent to China in 2010 and since then some models appeared back in New Zealand under the Nereyda branding.

However, with the re-emergence of Sea Nymph they will no longer be imported into the country.

Sold factory direct, the Sea Nymph range is extensive and all the iconic names are back; Hustler, Charger, Regal, Ranger, Blazer, Sea

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Rider and also some new models such as Oasis.

Starting at a 4.7m sport runabout, the range covers every styuyle from open to hardtops, Bowriders to cabin boats. One of the newest models is the Blazer 640 Hardtop, which will be one of the new releases for Sea Nymph at the Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show in May. Mid year will see the all new 900 Seeker, an Alan Warwick designed 9m hardtop. All boats are sold extremely well

packaged right from the start and with Suzuki outboards.

Sea Nymph Boats NZ Ltd, Ph +64 21 2772222

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Tru-Design Plastics Releases Skin Fitting Installation Tool

Kiwi manufacturer Tru-Design Plastics Ltd. has won a prestigious DAME Award for the second year in succession at the world’s largest marine boat show, METS, in Amsterdam.

With 117 entries from 26 countries TruDesign won the top accolade in the Marine Equipment Category for their newly released and innovative ‘Skin Fitting Installation Tool’.

Installing Skin Fittings has always been a laborious task for both boat-builders and enthusiasts alike, whether it be during production fit outs or when undergoing routine maintenance replacing old corroded metallic thru-hulls.

With Tru-Design’s revolutionary new Skin Fitting Installation Tool, this procedure can now be performed by one person thus

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speeding up manufacture and maintenance.

An additional feature is the ability to hold the Skin Fitting securely which facilitates clean and easy application of the sealant.

Available in five sizes from ¾” to 2”, they are reusable and work with both Tru-Design’s Dome Head Skin Fitting models as well as their Recessed Head models. www.trudesignplastics.com

A Grand Entrance The New Integrity Motor Yachts 490 Grand Sedan

Integrity Motor Yachts is proud to release the latest 490 Grand Sedan. Inspired by owner feedback, the 2017 Grand Sedan series offers a selection of design enhancements coupled with owners specific requests, to provide the perfect displacement motor yacht. A renewed interior saloon and dual helm chair layout adjoins the customary entertainers galley and rear deck. Below decks the spacious master cabin enjoys a separate shower and ensuite with the forward guest cabin available in a variety of layout options. If its additional performance you need, the upgraded standard engine and streamlined hull design means the 490GS will easily achieve 15 knots. The 490 Grand Sedan, another grand idea from Australia’s leading displacement motor yacht brand. www.integrityboats.com.au

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FC Launch their biggest hardtop to date NEW COMPACT VETUS RETRACTABLE THRUSTER Vetus new retractable thruster provides more power with less noise, is compact, lightweight and non-corrosive and is packed full of practical safety features.

Designed to make the docking experience easier, faster and more enjoyable, the new Vetus retractable thruster can be placed right in the bow, creating optimum leverage. Because the thruster is not connected directly to the hull, there is less noise or vibration and deployment and retracting times are fast.

The retractable thruster’s robust, compact design means it requires very little space, is ideal for power and sail boats and shallow draft vessels and can even be positioned in the stern. Featuring Vetus’ patented swivel point design, the retractable thruster rotates as a single unit, there is minimal drag as the lid closes flush with the hull and, because no light can reach the retracted thruster, virtually no marine growth. Combined with the thruster’s less intricate design, fewer moving parts and completely non-corrosive submerged parts, there is less maintenance, too.

Suitable for sail or power boats up to 20 m, the Vetus retractable thruster is available nationwide in 6 models and comes with an optional control panel.

Lusty and Blundell on (09) 415-8303 or at www.lusty-blundell.co.nz.

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FC Boats have got bigger, with the release late last year of the FC700 Hard Top. Featuring the same flooding keel and ballast system of all FC hardtop boats, the new model features a 6mm hull.

According to Ross Christensen, Managing Director of FC Boats, the retail priceT one of these rigged up with a four stroke and electronics ready to go is approx $115,000.00 depending on what spec’.

The new 700HT can be open cockpit or lockup style and will take a 150-250hp out board.

The extended gunnels keep the boat very dry and allow a super wide cabin/helm while still being able to walk around to the flat forward deck and cast a bait if they wish. Overnighting and offshore adventure fishing are all on the agenda for this new FC 700 HT www.fishcity.co.nz

KEEPA PROVIDES SAFE FISH HANDLING Fisherman Tran Lawrence has come up with an invention that only fish stand to profit from. He has developed a plastic gripping device he calls the Keepa fish scoop for fishers to safely handle fish once they have caught them.

The idea came from 20 years of experience as a fisherman, he said.

“Every time you see a fishing show, someone fishing on a pier or on a boat, it’s always an issue to handle the fish. You see the fish struggling, you see the fish beating itself to death,” Lawrence said.

Once a fish is caught it can be slotted into the fish scoop, which is similar in appearance and size to a plastic manilla folder, and turned upside down.

This immediately puts the fish into a

docile state, allowing the hook to be removed safely and the fish to be returned to the water without unnecessary injury, potentially saving them from an early death.

It also acts as a measure. “If the tail is sticking out it’s a keeper. If it’s inside you have to put it back,” Lawrence said.

He is hoping fellow fishers, or a corporate sponsor, will agree and he is asking them to commit to buying the device to raise $100,000 needed for initial production costs.

Lawrence said people could commit to buying one for $30 or two for $50 on the Pledge Me site. www.pledgeme.co.nz/ projects/5003-keepa-fish-scoop or visit www.keepa.nz

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HORIZON announce NEW FAST DISPLACEMENT (FD) SERIES

Following the debut of the Horizon FD85 at the Taiwan Boat Show last year, Horizon has unveiled the bookend models in this revolutionary series: the FD74 and FD102.

The new Fast Displacement series exemplifies Horizon’s continuous pursuit of excellence and innovation. Marked by a striking profile that features a plumb bow and plentiful floor-to-ceiling glass windows, each model of the FD series has been designed with entertainment, relaxation, and seakeeping in mind.

At 74 feet, the FD74 boasts extensive interior volume that encompasses four guest staterooms including an on-deck master.

Designed to maximize the relationship between interior and exterior, the FD74

features a 21’ 6” beam and large windows throughout, which not only augment her stunning profile but also invite copious amounts of natural light. A versatile and spacious aft deck leads into the main salon and country kitchen forward with a raised pilothouse just above. She is powered by twin CAT C18A engines of 1136HP each or optional MAN V8s of 1200HP each.

The largest of the FD series, the FD102 embodies style and performance with a sleek exterior profile that hints at the efficient hull design that characterizes this series. Boasting an overall length of 104 feet, the FD102 features an open bridge punctuated by folddown balconies that extend the expansive al fresco living space. Fitted with innovative

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amenities and options throughout, the FD102 offers five staterooms including a fullbeam master on the main deck. Three crew cabins are situated on the lower deck. As with the other models in the FD series, the FD102 features large windows in the spacious main salon and formal dining area and plenty of opportunities for customization. The FD102 is powered by twin CAT C32 ACERTs of 1900HP each.

Hull 1 of the FD85 debuted at the Taiwan Boat Show and Hull 3 is scheduled to make her appearance in the U.S. in 2017.

The FD74 and FD102 models are currently in final design and engineering stages. www.hmya.com.au

Kiwi Kraft pontoon boats have been around for a number of years and more recently have been marketed by Paraparaumu based, Boat City. The range is extensive and runs alongside the Aqualine models, although there are subtle differences between the two.

The company has announced that there will be three new Kiwi Kraft models released around the end of February.

They are the 520, 590 and 620 and all are based on the same well proven Hush Tec pontoon hull form, although carry more external and internal beam than there predecessors.

There will also be a very different look and a number of new innovations that have not been seen before from this builder. www.boatcity.co.nz

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Orca 6.2 Sportfisher It seems there is a never ending supply of hardtops and new models are coming on the market constantly. In the recent issue of Alloy Boat Magazine (Summer #10) we ran reviews on five hot new releases, from Finlay, Orca, McLay, Frewza and Image.

Each offered something different, three were pontoon b oats and one was a walkaround.

Frewza Boats have put a top on their popular F18 Fisher and rebadged it the F18HT, McLay have added the 650 CrossXover to their range and Finlay’s 6300 Ignite sets new standards in finish and performance.

Rotorua based Orca showed us just how versatile a walkaround boat c an be with their all new Orca 6.2 Sportfisher and from Invercargill, Image have released the 7.08 Pontoon HT, their first ever pontoon boat.

For full reviews on all these boats go to www.boatmags.com for an online version or check out your favourite magazine shop.

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WORLD-RECORD RIVIERA RAFT-UP IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Riviera owners have rafted-up in record numbers during an enjoyable afternoon of fun and friendship on the Swan River in picturesque Perth, Western Australia.

The raft-up, hosted by the experienced team from Riviera and Belize dealer R Marine Perth, saw over 200 people aboard 43 luxury Riviera motor yachts cruise in to Matilda Bay for the successful record attempt.

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Organisers of the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show have revealed the show’s Grand Prize Package for 2017 and it’s a beauty!

The prize package, which must be won and which is open to everyone who buys their show ticket on line or at the gate, will consist of a 7-metre Surtees 700 Game Fisher, powered by twin Yamaha 115hp 4-stroke engines, packed full of extras and worth an astonishing $150,000-plus!

“This is the most amazing prize ever offered at a boat show in New Zealand,” says show general manager Dave Gibbs. “Come May 21, some really lucky Kiwi is going to be celebrating big time!

“Huge wraps are due to both Surtees and Yamaha, they have really stepped up to help us create this incredible prize package.”

The stunning Grand Prize package is based on the Surtees 700 Game Fisher, one of Surtees most popular offshore models. Absolutely built to fish, the 700 Game Fisher smoothly slices through chop and provides a wonderfully stable fishing platform at rest.

Adam Dyck, Surtees CEO says: “This winning combination is due to Surtees IQ, an inventive streak that made Surtees the first company in the world to develop fishing boats that combine water ballast technology, non-pounding deep V hull and engineered sub-floor systems.”

Purpose-built with a large cockpit, the 700 Game Fisher’s deck space is maximised for serious fishers and to accommodate all their gear. The fully-featured Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show Grand Prize features an Open Hardtop and a 280-litre fuel tank, meaning it’s the perfect boat for extended trips or overnighters.

For the very first time, the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show’s Grand Prize package will feature not one but two outboards on its transom. A pair of Yamaha’s F115 four strokes also come complete with a host of electro/technical features to make life easier for their owners. These include: compatibility with Yamaha’s optional Digital Network System, Y-COP® remote security and Wide Range Power Trim & Tilt with optional tilt angle limiter (to name just a few). The Grand Prize package’s twin F115s also come with Yamaha’s well proven EFI systems for both economy and trademark reliability.

Goodies galore The $150,000+ Surtees/Yamaha Grand Prize package comes complete with a wonderful array of great accessories.

To ensure it moves safely from ramp to ramp, the prize package will ride in style on an already-registered and warranted Epic tandem axle braked trailer, complete with new Surtees stone guards and mag wheels.

Navigation, fish-finding and communication will be a breeze thanks to a comprehensive Garmin electronics package worth almost $12,000! Its centrepiece is a 12’ Garmin GPS/Map 7412 multifunction display (MFD), complete with Garmin 3D G2 vision charts.

There is also a Garmin GM24 xHD radar and a Garmin TM265LH CHIRP 1kw transducer.

Launching and retrieving should be an easy one-person operation thanks to the Kiwi-designed Balex Automatic Boat Loader, while anchoring duties will be equally effortless with the Lone Star GX2 drum winch system, including Sarca anchor.

Keeping things on an even keel, even in blustery crosswinds, are a set of Lectratab LED auto-retract trim tabs while ensuring there is always enough power on board is a Century Batteries triple battery system.

Music is courtesy of a Fusion UD750 stereo system and other extras include Ultraflex hydraulic steering, Jabsco washdown pump, Exalto window wiper, driver’s Softrider pedestal seat, Rule livebait tank and bilge pumps and an Iceytek chilly bin.

Completing the package is a set of Hutchwilco Surtees lifejackets.

All paying visitors to the 2017 Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, at the ASB Showgrounds in Greenlane, Auckland on May 18-21, are eligible to go into the draw for this incredible “must be won” package.

Tickets to the 2017 Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show are now on sale on line at www.boatshow.co.nz

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MARITIMO MOVES TO SANCTUARY COVE Leading Australian luxury motoryacht manufacturer, Maritimo, has officially launched a new waterfront facility at The Marine Village Sanctuary Cove where it will showcase approximately $10 million in bespoke, luxury vessels at any given time.

Maritimo Sanctuary Cove will become the company’s main sales and marketing hub on the Gold Coast giving prospective purchasers an opportunity to experience all aspects of the brand and its range of models.

The centre, costing several hundred thousand dollars, features a complete working replica of the galley from a Maritimo M70 cruising motoryacht and the fit out of the facility showcases the various different high quality timbers that are used to finish off the company’s range of vessels with work stations manufactured in a variety of timbers by Maritimo’s craftsmen.

“The new centre at Sanctuary Cove raises the bar for Maritimo in terms of how we display our model range and will give prospective purchasers an unrivalled experience of the brand and what we offer, “ said International Sales and Marketing Manager, Greg Haines.

“The timbers and fabrics we use are all highlighted and there’s state of the art audio visual equipment showcasing Maritimo’s complete range. “ We will also be using the facility in conjunction with brand partners such as Miele to host celebrity chef cooking demonstrations and interactive master classes for our customers.

“Miele Ambassadors include celebrities like Maggie Beer and Shannon Bennet. “Other events involving brand partners such as Maserati and various selected high-end brands will be held at the centre to broaden awareness and knowledge of the Maritimo range of vessels.

“Sanctuary Cove is an international standard resort with a global reputation so it is a perfect fit for Maritimo to locate its primary sales and marketing facility in Queensland.” The new Maritimo centre includes berthing for up to 10 vessels.

Maritimo Sanctuary Cove is a 133 square metre facility overlooking the main marina at the Marine Village Sanctuary Cove and it has been leased for a period of five years. It will incorporate Maritimo dealership, BMS, which has relocated from Runaway Bay. Dealer principal Ormonde Britton says the extra berth space gives BMS the ability to display more of the models in Maritimo’s expanding fleet in addition to pre-owned vessels. “ We look forward to welcoming both old and new Maritimo customers to Maritimo Sanctuary Cove,” said Ormonde.

The City of Gold Coast Mayor, Cr Tom Tate, officially opened Maritimo Sanctuary Cove in front of more than 180 invited VIP guests.

One of the more recent deliveries from Maritimo was “Dragon Pearl” an M70 cruising motoryacht for a Sth East Asian client. www.maritimo.com.au

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Gold Coast Mayor Cr Tom Tate and Mayoress Mrs Ruth Tate (left) cutting the ribbon to official open the new Maritimo centre with Bill and Lesley Barry-Cotter.

One of the more recent deliveries from Maritimo was “Dragon Pearl” an M70 cruising motoryacht for a Sth East Asian client.

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DNA expand HT RANGE

DNA’s new 6.3m hardtop is a serious fishing diving platform and when configured right can also make an overnight excursion with the family possible. It’s big enough to comfortably fish four adults and the big wrap around curved glass screens provide excellent vision. V berth enables seating and storage forward and the wheelhouse seats come with open bases to allow a 70L ice box/Esky to be slid underneath.

The new 6.3m 630XHT comes with the DNA exclusive tapering pontoons for that sleek appearance and non pounding ride.

High sides give great protection from spray and provide ample storage around the boat for all types of gear meaning a clutter free deck and more room to fish. www.dnaboats.co.nz

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ew N BESPOKE COACH BOATS FROM LANCER

Yachting New Zealand has selected after an in depth design process the Lancer RK5000 “Ultimate Support Boat” as their new coach boat for their development programs.

From the outset of the project it was clear that modern sailing has put even greater demand on support vessels than is currently available.

Lancer Industries Ltd and Yamaha Motor New Zealand who are long term suppliers to Yachting New Zealand, have teamed up to create a RIB package that will perform to these high standard requirements.

Lancer drew on the extensive knowledge of coaches, fleet managers and experts

to create three key requirements; safe sea keeping, ease of operations and ergonomics.

Consistent feedback was that many existing coach boats were recreational craft adapted for coaching and were simply a compromise.

The unique hull has a long fine bow entry which leads to fixed lift tabs on the transom.

This will really assist operation as the majority of work is done at low speeds and RPM, where the 60hp four stroke Yamaha has excellent torque.

A challenge was set by a user group for ‘Clean Decks’ but with a twist, everything below deck had to have good access, and no fixed

fuel tank. This has led to a clever straddle seat that opens to a locker capable of storing two Yamaha 24 litre fuel tanks. There are many benefits, weight is low and well balanced, maintenance will have excellent access and all lines or cables commonly found on the decks of coach boats are hidden The RK5000 is finished off with Lancer’s 3T designed hypalon tubes that allow for more contour and shape to create a fuller bow.

Lancer’s inflatables tubes have a legendary status of longevity and reliability which reduces the true cost of ownership. www.lancer.co.nz

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NEW SELENE AGENT FOR NEW ZEALAND Jet Tern Marine, designer and builders of the Selene Luxury Trawler range has announced their appointement of World Yacht Brokers as the New Zealand dealers previously held by Yachtfinders Global. This includes the Selene Trawler, Selene Express and Selene Explorer models from 38’ to 128’.

Managing Director David Woodley says “We have been working closely with

Selene CEO Howard Chen for a number of years, resulting in the design of Hauraki Yachts, the Selene ‘Kiwi Sedan’ models, Artemis Yachts and Apollo Catamarans, all pedigreed under the Selene umbrella.

It’s a natural progression that World Yacht Brokers has been selected to represent the entire portfolio”.

Re-launching the dealership coincides with the introduction of a specially

designed Selene 38’ ‘Kiwi Sedan’, a sedan version of the popular flybridge model. “Especially designed for the New Zealand market a couple of years ago the introduction of the Selene 42 ‘Kiwi Sedan’ was the catalyst to design a smaller model capable of fitting into a 12m. The 42’ has all accomodation forward while the 38’ has a large aft master cabin. www.worldyachtbrokers.com

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BOSTON WHALER ADD 380 TO OUTRAGE SERIES Boston Whaler have added a new Outrage to their range. The 380 Outrage brings the series of serious sportfishing centre cabin boats to 8 models.

The all-new 380 Outrage delivers a fullspectrum fishing machine as an offshore fishing platform, an entertaining vessel, a yacht tender or all of the above. The roomy, notched bow features expansive seating and storage, while the cockpit includes a new aft-facing couch with optional removable table and an optional Summer Kitchen, perfect for entertaining friends and family.

Boston Whaler’s precision-engineered hull and triple Mercury Verado engines work together to provide remarkable efficiency, reliability and smooth, predictable handling.

Optional Whaler Watch technology provides remote connectivity by monitoring systems and vessel position via satellite, ensuring 24/7 security even while away.

Plus you can choose optional Joystick Piloting for effortless docking and seamless command.

Marine electronics Top speed with triple 350s is 44.4 knots at maximum 6400 rpm, which still gives thois big offshore fishing platform a range of 228nm. However, drop that back to 4500 rpm and the speed to 31 knots and the range increases to 353nm.

Compelling marine design and technology Superior electronics for every demanding marine Amenities for serious fishing include a application – inland fishing, coastal fishing, sailing and day cruising or larger powerboats.

227-litre transom livewell, a converting leaning post and ample strategically LED lighting solutions placed rod holders. There’s also cavernous “garage” storage beneath the bow lounge, to accommodate dive tanks, life jackets and more.

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POWER ON

HONDA MARINE DESIGN CONCEPT ACURA NSX Honda Marine introduced a bold concept engine at the Miami International Boat Show. With inspiration from across Honda’s lineup – including automotive, marine and aeronautical – the design concept engine is a blue sky vision for what future marine engines could look like.

“The Honda Marine Design Concept Engine is a clear indicator that Honda is committed to the marine business, continuing its legacy of innovation and groundbreaking marine products with a vision of what future Honda Marine power could be,” said Will Walton, assistant vice president – Honda Marine.

Designers at Honda’s Advanced Design Group were given a “clean sheet of paper” opportunity to design a concept motor that could be applied to a variety of engines.

For design inspiration, the group looked at the portfolio of Honda’s product lineup, from current marine outboard motors to automotive products like the Acura NSX Supercar, to the Honda Jet. The group started with some sketches and then moved to digital modelling to create the dimensions and look

of the concept engine.

“The inspiration for the design of this engine was driven by the feeling you get when at the helm of a powerful boat on the water – the rush of excitement, the exhilaration and freedom, the feeling that hits you immediately with the boat at full throttle and the water and air around you,” said Walton.

The sculpted lines tie the concept engine to the traditional marine engine shape and functionality. For aerodynamics, the tailored packaging of the Honda Marine concept engine includes a sculpted centre channel inlaid with a honeycomb mesh trim. The heat ducts feature an interwoven design with black honeycomb mesh reminiscent of the intakes on the 2017 Acura NSX. The design concept engine could be available in a variety of colours to match the lifestyle of the customer.

While there is currently no production intent for the Honda Marine engine design concept, the company says it speaks to the innovation and opportunity in multiple marine engine markets. www.hondamarine.co.nz

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Honda Marine has recently taken stock of the first new look BF4, 5 & 6 portable engine range. These lower horsepower engines provide compact portable power packed full of the latest Honda innovation.

Not only are the new BF engines among the lightest in their class, but with a 1.5-litre internal fuel tank, they also deliver an extra long continuous running time. The new Honda Marine 4-stroke engines provide plenty of performance and reliability with less noise and a new decompression mechanism allowing for minimum effort when starting the engine. The BF6 won the 2016 IBEX Innovation Award for outboard engine technology. www.hondamarine.co.nz

TOHATSU 15/20 OFFER POWER TILT Tohatsu Outboards have announced the launch of its new 15 and 20 hp Power Tilt engine.

When it comes to boating, the less complications the better your boating experience. That’s why Tohatsu have added a power tilt feature on the 15/20 hp models. The new power tilt option allows you to electronically tilt the engine out of the water for transportation or storage with just a push of a button.

The newly designed engine improves functionality and convenience with its light and compact power tilt and transom bracket. The engine has a displacement of 351 cc (21.42 cubic inches). It also has a forward, neutral and reverse gear shift that offers a gear ratio of 13:28.

With 15” and 20” shaft options available, this engine is ideal for an inflatable, small fishing and pontoon boats. The Power Tilt option is available on select models.

The priority when developing these engines was to make them lightweight and compact without compromising reliability or the quality performance associated with the Tohatsu brand name. The 20 hp, 15 hp, 9.8 hp, 8 hp, 6 hp, 5 hp, 4 hp, 3.5 hp and 2.5 hp outboard are all lightweight and compact 4-strokes, with exceptional performance. www.tohatsu.co.nz

Torqeedo adds new Cruise pod drives While the Torqeedo is probably more applicable to sailing yacts, it does have an application also for small classic displacement powerboats.

The drives – which can power sail and motor boats up to 10 tons – recently won the 2016 DAME Design Award presented at Mets Marine T r a d e show in Amsterdam and judges’ comments included: “The pods are the most compact drive design; smaller, lighter and more economical than ever.”

The Cruise FP drives deliver the high-quality and eco-friendly performance Torqeedo is renowned for, combined with a design that is convenient, saves space, is whisper quiet and has minimal drag.

Despite being virtually silent, the pod drives harbour a commanding punch with the performance equivalent of 5, 8 or 20HP; perfect for conquering tough swells and windy afternoons.

The pod drives are available in three models; the Cruise 2.0/4.0 FP and Cruise 10.0 FP. All are lightweight with an optional folding propeller – which ensures plenty of space is saved on board.

The Cruise 10.0 FP is ideal to propel motorboats and sailboats up to 10

tons up to 32km/h when at full throttle and has a running time of over six hours at slow speed (boat dependent). So efficient, these offer more range and power with limited battery capacity than any other electric pod motor.

The lithium batteries also provide far greater performance with lower weight than conventional lead batteries – not weighing down your boat and resulting in increased range and power.

Like all Cruise drive systems, the pod versions are saltwatercompatible, corrosion-protected, very robust and safe, thanks to an emergency magnetic kill switch and no need to carry fuel on board. www.powerequipment.co.nz

NEW MERCURY DIESEL 6.7L ENGINE FAMILY VOLVO PENTA UNVEILS NEW

V8 GASOLINE ENGINES The new V8 rounds out Volvo Penta’s line-up of next-generation gasoline engines.

Volvo Penta introduced the most powerful of its next-generation marine gasoline engines at the Miami International Boat Show recently. Offered in 380hp and 430 hp models, the new aluminium V8s are based on the highly successful GM Gen-V block and incorporate a combination of the latest technical features.

These include an all aluminium block for highest power-to-weight ratio, direct fuel injection, closedloop fresh-water cooling with no internal parts exposed to raw or salt water and wideband oxygen sensors to optimise the engine for varying fuel quality and reduce carbon monoxide emissions by 95 per cent.

The 6.2-liter engines round out Volvo Penta’s full lineup of Gen-V marine engines, joining the wellreceived 5.3-liter V8s and 4.3-liter V6s. The new V8 380 has 24% quicker acceleration and is 11% more fuel efficient than the engine it replaces in the Volvo Penta line. The new V8 430 – the most powerful model in Volvo Penta’s marine gasoline engine lineup – delivers 14% faster acceleration and provides 10% better fuel economy than its predecessor. www.volpower.co.nz

At the recent Miami International Boat Show, Mercury Marine unveiled their new Mercury Diesel 6.7L midrange engine family. The new electronic, common-rail engines will be offered with three power levels: 480hp, 500hp and 550hp. They will be available as inboards or packaged with the Mercury Zeus pod-drive.

The new Mercury Diesel engine is compatible with Mercury’s full suite of SmartCraft controls and electronics, including optional joystick piloting for inboards and joystick piloting for pods (Zeus).

The new Mercury Diesel 6.7L engines are assembled at FPT Industrial’s dedicated marine engine plant that adopts the latest in quality controls.

Mercury’s new mid-range diesel family offers outstanding acceleration and top speed performance combined with a quiet and smooth operation.

The state-of-the-art engine control system and electronic common-rail fuel injection technology also provide low fuel consumption resulting in affordable operating costs and extended range. www.mercurymarine.com

MATTE BLACK SUZUKI Suzuki Marine has introduced a new matte-black version (with SS graphics) of its inline four-cylinder DF200, originally designed in 2014.

Suzuki engineered the DF200A with a 10.3:1 compression ratio (9.7 percent greater than in the DF175A) and a new cowling to provide cooler air directly to the engine’s long-track tuned intake manifold. Twin intake and exhaust valves allow the engine to breathe more efficiently.

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ELECTRONIC NEWS

AXIOM REALVISION 3D SONAR IS A GAME CHANGER The new Raymarine AXIOM RealVision is set to completely change the way fishers and boaties see the world beneath their hulls.

Combining an electrifying mix of new technology 3D sonar with Raymarine’s acclaimed CHIRP DownVision and CHIRP SideVision, the new AXIOM RealVision is a true all-in-one system with no need for additional black boxes or transducers.

The ground-breaking new AXIOM RealVision 3D Sonar also comes complete with a unique gyro stabilisation system, delivering astonishingly accurate images of the seabed, underwater structures and fish.

“Traditional fish-finding systems are hugely affected by surface conditions,” says Mark Milburn, CEO of Raymarine’s New Zealand distributor, Lusty and Blundell. “As the boat moves up and down on the waves, even quite slight seas can make the sea bottom look

‘hilly’ when it is actually dead flat.

“RealVision’s gyro stabilisation system eliminates those false readings and shows the sea floor exactly as it is. That’s a huge advantage when searching for fishholding structures.”

AXIOM RealVision’s impressive new four-inone transducer combines CHIRP DownVision, CHIRP SideVision, High Frequency CHIRP and RealVision 3D in a single transducer housing while the Wide Spectrum CHIRP sonar transmits on 60 different frequencies, delivering incredible life-like sonar images and almost unbelievable fish targeting.

Using the industry latest and most powerful quad processing platform and Raymarine’s new LightHouse 3 operating system, the AXION RealVision is lightning quick and super-easy to master. Featuring rugged all

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glass multitouch displays and sleek and slim bezelless designs, AXION RealVision also comes complete with WiFi connectivity, giving instant access to Raymarine apps, feature updates and on demand weather.

There is also an USB port for external drives or remote card readers — and to provide handy charging for smartphones or tablets.

AXIOM RealVision also supports Miracast, enabling wireless repeating images to generic Miracast devices and TVs. Raymarine’s new AXIOM RealVision 3D Sonar is also incredibly good value for money with the 7-inch display selling for around $2000 and the top-of the line 9” display costing just $2500. Both models will be available through Lusty and Blundell’s nationwide network of leading marine dealers. www.lusty-blundell.co.nz

WASSP F3L screenshot displaying mapped bathymetry and Profile Tool.

GARMIN RELEASE FANTOM RADAR These new solid-state pulse compression radomes offer MotionScope Doppler technology and 40W of power – the highest in the industry for its kind.

Available in an 18” or 24” footprint, they bring Garmin’s award-winning Fantom technology to a smaller size and lower price point, making them an attractive option for boats where open-array radar isn’t an option.

With its pulse compression technology, the Fantom 18 and Fantom 24 provide high resolution while maximising energy to enhance target detection. The Fantom 18 features a 5.2-degree beam width, while the Fantom 24 offers a narrower 3.7-degree width. Both Fantom radomes offer excellent range performance from 6m to 48nm. www.garmin.com 38 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MARCH / APRIL 2017

New Zealand based manufacturer of multibeam technology, WASSP Ltd, has released its new low frequency wideband 80 kHz system, the F3L. WASSP F3L follows on from the release of the 160 kHz F3 earlier this year which targets the coastal fishing market - F3L now providing a solution for users who require greater depth capabilities.

The F3L uses the new digital DRX hardware, the latest CDX software and utilises the backward compatible WASSP 80 kHz (Chirp 68-92 kHz) transducer – and will give users a full swath coverage to 450M and maximum nadir depth of 900M. WASSP F3L has been developed on the new DRX advanced signal processing technology, ensuring future capability through the new software licensing model.

Like the F3, the F3L is also available as an “i” version, supplied with the WASSP Integrated heading and motion sensors for a turnkey solution.

Both models in the F3 range benefit from significant software and hardware development to improve overall performance and user interface ensuring efficiency and increased productivity in all fishing methods employed.

“We are very excited about these new third generation WASSP widescan sounders using chirp transmitter technology, with advanced digital signal processing improving mapping resolution, fish detection and the ability to manage interference from other sounders,” says ENL Group Managing Director, Gareth Hodson. www.enl.co.nz

VESPER MARINE APPOINTS NEW SALES DIRECTOR

MINI OLED METERS FROM BLUE SEA SYSTEMS Blue Sea Systems’ new range of Mini OLED meters from Lusty and Blundell makes it easy to monitor on-board DC electrical systems using super bright, daylight readable and extremely waterproof OLED screens.

Suitable for boats of any size and requiring just a 29mm hole for mounting (the same as a standard 12V socket), the new Mini OLEDs’ large numbers are easy to read even from acute viewing angles or while wearing polarised sunglasses.

The range consists of a DC voltmeter (measuring 8V – 36V DC); a DC ammeter (measuring -100A to 100A DC, shunt

included) and an external temperature meter (measuring -40C to 125C, external temperature sensor included).

The practical, stylish meters can be used in 12 volt and 24 volt systems, are reverse polarity protected and boast a powerful IP66 waterproof rating, meaning they are protected against water from heavy seas and/or powerful water jets.

Blue Sea Systems’ new range of Mini OLED meters are sold separately and are now available nationwide through Lusty and Blundell’s network of leading marine dealers. www.lusty-blundell.co.nz.

FURUNO TO RELEASE NEW RADARS The DRS12A/25A X-Class is the newest lineup of radar sensors for NavNet TZtouch/ TZtouch2. Complementing the DRS6A X-Class series, these new 12kW and 25kW models offer higher output power and longer range possibilities. Utilising an all-new, highefficiency transmitter with a longer pulse and enhanced sensitivity receiver, the target detection in both long and short distances deliver amazing resolution and quality. A

Vesper Marine, a leading manufacturer of innovative marine safety products, has appointed Jeremy Singleton as Sales Director for the company’s award-winning AIS collision avoidance systems for recreational and commercial vessels.

Singleton brings a wealth of technical sales, marketing and product management leadership to Vesper Marine. His previous roles include leading the multinational LED lighting manufacturer Hella Marine and sales and marketing for Australasian automotive distribution company Hellaby Holdings. Jeremy is also a sailing enthusiast who has been involved in a lifetime of sailing and regatta including Louis Vuitton and America’s Cup. Vesper Marin also announced that they have appointed Technautic BV as their new distributor for the Netherlands. Technautic will be a strategic partner for Vesper Marine in meeting the growing international demand for quality commercial and recreational AIS transponders.

The Vesper Marine range of WatchMate smartAIS transponder systems will complement the Technautic distribution range that covers yacht and powerboat builders, marine repair and electronic dealers throughout the Netherlands.

Sales Director for Vesper Marine, Singleton, said. “The Technautic partnership strengthens our European distribution by enhancing our service and supply footprint of award winning AIS collision avoidance technology. The Netherlands has traditionally been a strong market for our transponder business and with Vesper Marine’s smartAIS technology, we are determined to grow our presence significantly in the region.” www.vespermarine.com

new enhanced receiver separates small, clustered targets for an accurate picture of your surroundings. The Bird mode makes full use of this technological improvement.

Release date is estimated in July.

Continuing in a long line of oustanding radar technology, the Furuno MODEL1815 Radar is perfect for both beginners and for professional users as a credible navigation product. The display unit is compact in size, features easy-to-use and intuitive controls, all while maintaining high- performance radar standards based on their highend technologies without the slightest

compromise.

The unit offers crisp images of the surrounding area on the 8.4” colour LCD display, which details the high sensitivity of the 19-inch, 4kW radome antenna. Utilising exclusive Fast Target Tracking, True Echo Trail Mode and True View Mode technologies, the MODEL1815 displays all of the necessary information in detecting and ranging targets with easy to understand visual signals and colours at a glance.

Release date for the new radars is mid 2017. www.enl.co.nz

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RACING NEWS

FMI CRUISES TO WIN SEASON OPENERS The shores of Lake Taupo rocked for the first round of the NZ Offshore Powerboat Championship Series! Thousands of people lined the Taupo waterfront to watch the spectacular display over the two days.

NZ Offshore Powerboats held a two race format on the Sunday, and trialled a shortened course in an anti-clockwise direction. The new format worked well, making the two races a

lot more exciting, closer, and challenging for the 23 boat field.

Superboat team FMI comprising of driver Warren Lewis and co-driver John Shand won both races in their class.

There was a closely fought race in the Superboat 600 Class between last year’s winner Outboard Pro, with husband and wife team Hayden & Delia Spiers, and Fuel Doctor with Allan Branch & Alex Smith. Fuel Doctor won both heats running very smooth and consistent races. Local businessmen, Gavin McGrath and Haaka Le Sueur where “wrapped” to take out their first ever win at Lake Taupo in the Classic Class driving their boat Gull Force 10. Gavin said “it has taken seven years to get the win after several times as the bridesmaid. We finally nailed it!”

The Superboat 400 Class has grown this season with two new boats entered into

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this class. Chris Hager and Karl Wall of the NZ Home Loans team did not have a great first race after limping home They failed to start Race 2 due to a fuel injector in the port engine giving a “cough and splutter resulting in #4 cylinder leaning out”, sadly damaging the engine. The team’s second boat Refurb Group crewed by Mike Urquhart and James Downs were also chasing their tail with one issue after another. They only just managed to cross the start line to gain crucial points and withdrew from further racing straight after.

Returning to the sport after several years off, and a step down in class from Superboat 1000 in Shick Hydro, Scott Lewis has now purchased a 400 Class boat named HIJINX. As a very experienced competitor Scott had his boat running really well, easily winning both heats. This was the first race for Scott’s new co-driver Jason Jackman.

WIN 2 AT BEACHLANDS Once again FMI took the win for 100mile overall in both races of the day.

Super boat 600 class had an interesting mix when day racers Papakura Toyota had technical issues in the first race which left championship racing teams Fuel Doctor and Outboard Pro to fight for first place overall.

Fuel Doctor won the first race and overall 600 class after Papakura Toyota came back to win the 2nd race in the class.

In Super boat 400 Hijinx followed their Taupo win with a two from two at Beachlands.

Closely following in 2nd place was NZ Home loans. Refurb Group gave a great display getting faster on every lap.

The 60mile race was closely contested in both races with only seconds between each boat. Race 4 Life won 60 mile overall against

Yamaha Bat boat, Superstitious, Outlaw and Espresso Engineers all being close contenders. Espresso Engineers won race one but had technical issues in race 2 which forced them to retire while still winning the Sports 300 class.

In the Sports 225 and 200 Classes the Carsen Family fight of D+H Steel vs Red Steel continued with Carsen Boys Max and Jamie Carsen in D+H Steel leading their Cousin Charlotte and Uncle Tony in Red Steel to the finish. CRD Automotive placed 3rd. Chindit as the oldest boat on the course showed everyone that old models are still as good as the newer ones with a win in 225.

NZ Offshore Powerboats will return to Gisborne for their next round 4th March, 18th March Marsden Cove Whangarei Harbour, 8th April Doubtless Bay, 22nd April Napier and the final round 13th May at Whitianga.

NZ Offshore would like to thank all their sponsors Franklin Board, NZ Home Loans, Fairview Windows and Doors, Prestige Loo’s, Coastguard Maraetai, Beach lands Boating Club, Pine Harbour Travel Lift, Shot360 and Acceleration on Water Ltd. www.facebook.com/nzoffshore.co.nz

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CRUISING MATTERS

By Laurie Cranfield

E R E H T Y O AH

N I A T P A C No matter what size your vessel, skippers need to make sure they are anchored correctly and with consideration to others.

Boating is a hugely relaxing pastime and as such we shouldn’t allow many things out there on the water to annoy us. I don’t easily get annoyed and even smile and wave when high-powered speedboats towing water skiers pass within a few metres of Envoy at anchor – that’s how it is in the Med. But I’m not perfect by any means so I do find the odd thing irritating.

High on the list is anchored boats displaying incorrect lights. I must admit this tends to be mostly sailing yacht skippers who display white or coloured flashing strobe lights instead of the regulation all-round continuous white light. They justify this by saying the white light is not clearly visible to other vessels, especially against a background of lights ashore and /or when high above eye level aloft the mast, whereas a flashing strobe is more visible. This is probably true, but if they’re going to display strobe lights they should also display the legally-required light. It would be interesting to see what liability was attached to a skipper whose boat was accidentally hit while displaying incorrect lights and whether he/she would be covered by insurance. Incidentally it’s illegal to display any anchor light, other than an all-round white light, that could be mistaken for another navigation light such as a nearby channel marker.

Another on my list is inconsiderate skippers laying out stern anchors and/or buoying their anchors in busy anchorages.

Stern anchors can be useful in exposed anchorages in keeping your boat aligned

with the swell to reduce rolling, but they cause problems in normal anchorages when boats swing to changing wind or tide, except of course the one with the stern anchor.

Anchor buoys can be useful in very rocky anchorages when the buoy’s line can be used to lift a fouled anchor, but some skippers also use them to mark the position of their anchor in an effort to discourage other skippers from anchoring anywhere nearby. There is a common misconception that a newly arriving boat should not anchor in a position where it ends up over another boat’s anchor. There’s actually nothing wrong with this practice, but what you shouldn’t do is lay your anchor chain over that of another boat thereby making it difficult for them to retrieve their anchor. These buoys and their lines can be a menace when boats move with wind and tide and I have no hesitation in removing any buoy that threatens to snag our running gear and politely returning it to its owner.

Then there is the incorrect use of the title “Captain”. When tradesmen come aboard Envoy they usually greet me and then carry on referring to me as “Captain” which always strikes me as rather ridiculous aboard a 14 metre vessel with mostly only two people on board. In most navies including the US, British, Australian and New Zealand the rank of Captain is very senior, in fact equating to that of Colonel in the army, whereas an army Captain equates to a navy Lieutenant.

You don’t have to hold the rank of Captain to command a navy ship and they’re

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often commanded by lesser ranks such as Commanders, Lieutenant Commanders or even Lieutenants on smaller vessels. By tradition in these cases he or she in command is referred to as “Captain” regardless of actual rank.

Whereas “Captain” is a rank in the Armed Services, in the Merchant Navy the term “Master” describes the person in command and “Captain” is a courtesy title that correctly used applies to those marine professionals holding an internationally recognised certificate of competency as a Master and who command or have commanded a seagoing merchant ship. Those who command pleasure vessels should be referred to as the “Skipper”, although when signing legal documents, such as those required for clearing in and out, may be required to sign as whatever that document requires (often “Master” or “Captain”).

Sometimes in boating magazines you find letters to the editor or advertisements for services signed by somebody prefixing their name with the title “Captain”. This is fine if the person concerned is or has been a Captain in the Navy or a Master in the Merchant Navy but should not be used by for example a charter boat skipper or someone who has completed a course offered even by leading providers such as CoastGuard, the Royal Yachting Association or other organisations (even if it’s called a “Captain’s Course” as some are). This is about as ridiculous as the local darts team captain using the term.

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ROCK LOBSTER THERMIDOR

CHEFS TIP: Serve with fresh salad greens and garnish with watercress sprouts.

New Zealand rock lobsters (crayfish) are found around the coast of New Zealand and offshore islands.

The 2 most popular species of rock lobster are the red or spiny rock lobster and the packhorse rock lobster. Both are regularly fished by commercial, recreational, and customary fishers.

Spiny rock lobsters are carnivorous, leaving their rock cover to venture out to feed during the night. They live in and around reefs at depths ranging from 5m–200m deep. They can be dark red and orange above with paler yellowish abdomens or grey-green brown with the paler underside. The more tropical animals tend to have the brighter colours.

Adults are sexually mature at between 7 and 11 years, mating occurs during late summer and autumn. Eggs develop on females, which carry between 100,000 and 500,000 eggs that are fertilised and held below the tail on hairs on the female’s abdomen. The eggs develop here for 3 to 5 months.

There are strict limits on the size and number of crayfish you can take. Females in berry (eggs) are not allowed to be taken.

INGREDIENTS

METHOD

1x 20grm

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Crayfish, cooked fresh parmesan, grated

2.

For the sauce 30g butter 1x shallot, finely chopped 284ml fresh fish stock (Simon Gault) 55ml white wine or Rose 100 – 200 mls heavy / double cream ½ tsp English mustard 2 tbsp. chopped parsley 2x tbsp snipped chives ½ lemon, juice only Salt & freshly ground black pepper Water cress sprig to garnish.

3.

Cut the lobster in half and remove the meat from the claws and tail.

Leave to one side.

Remove any meat from the head and set aside.

Cut the meat up into pieces and place back into the shell.

For the sauce 1.

2.

3.

Place the butter in a pan, add the shallots and cook until softened.

Add the stock, wine and double cream and bring to the boil, then reduce by half.

Add the mustard, herbs, lemon juice and seasoning.

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5.

Preheat the grill and spoon the sauce over the lobster meat.

Sprinkle with the grated parmesan cheese.

Place the lobster halves under a pre-heated grill until golden brown.

My thanks to Oceanz seafood Silverdale for the crayfish used in this recipe.

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Grady-White Journey 258

Ooh la la!

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Stuart Arnold, a man who speaks with a distinctive English accent, has taken an American icon, Kiwi-fied it and created something very special. Or, as the young kid on the shore put it so succinctly: “Ooh la la!”

Text & Images by Mike Rose

As an upmarket offshore fishing boat, it is very hard to beat.

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e were in the Coromandel township of Tairua, returning down the narrow channel to the marina, and very close to the shore. The youngster was playing in the shallows with his mother, just metres away, and his spontaneous reaction was not that surprising.

We were in the new “exclusive to New Zealand” Grady-White 258 Journey and, as the accompanying photos show, it is quite a sight: Cape Grey topsides, creamy superstructure, clears-enclosed wheelhouse under a large factory custom hard top, gleaming outriggers and nearsilent twin Yamaha 150hp 4-strokes outboards.

Stuart has been importing Grady-Whites into New Zealand for about 14 months and, while he is not the first to do so, he is certainly the most successful, with seven sold already.

He has now used the knowledge gained in those sales, along with his experience with the brand and those drawn to it, to create a unique model, one available only through him.

The Grady-White Journey 258 Limited Edition is a New Zealand-only Walk Around Cabin, factory finished to Stuart’s very particular specifications.

The boat is supplied complete (the 428-litre fuel tanks will be full and the fenders on board) and ready to launch.

No time will need to be wasted choosing between a variety of options, Stuart has already done that. Simply stow any personal possessions, turn the keys and go boating.

SET UP FOR KIWIS To make the 258 Journey even more suited to Kiwi boaties, Stuart has upspec’d virtually every part of what was already a very much top-of-the-line vessel.

On the bow, he has had installed a Lewmar windlass complete with chain and 10-platt multi-braid warp and Rocna anchor. (In the US, with their penchant for simply cruising from one marina to the next, cleats are the preferred foredeck fitting). Another welcome addition is the foredeck cushioning, turning a hard surface into a far softer comfortable one.

In the cabin, the “Porta Potti” has been upgraded to a Jabsco flush toilet. Also modified are the rod-holding brackets, now complete with hinges to make them less obtrusive when not in use.

Under the hard top, Stuart has upgraded the seating to fully adjustable

Luxury fishing with adjustable Pompanette seating, a lockable cabin, livebait well and fishbox and 316 stainless rod holders and outriggers.

(including armrests) top-of-the-line luxury Pompanette and installed a $15,000 Garmin electronics package. It consists of a 7410xsv display with GPS, 1 kW CHIRP through-hull transducer (complete with side scan sonar), HD radar, autopilot, VHF radio and NZ-wide standard and bathymetric charts. There is also a Fusion stereo system with speakers inside and out and a protective set of fully enclosing strata glass clears.

In the cockpit, the “Kiwi-fication” includes a transom door on starboard, which opens outwards rather than in, blue LED lighting under the gunwales and a custom bait board with rod holders. There is also a set of very smart Taco outriggers for those keen to chase bigger fish. Recognising

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that boating and fishing can be thirsty work, Stuart has also installed additional stainless steel drink holders, meaning that, wherever one decides to perch, a refreshing libation can be close at hand.

Even the Magic Tilt trailer is a step up, and a major one at that. Stuart says the dual axle trailer is 99% aluminium (no welding) with a solid aluminium I-beam and built to the “highest possible spec”.

It comes with hydraulic electric braking, has LED lighting and “Kiwi plugs” and is delivered registered and warranted.

The result of all this is a twin-engined (Yamaha 150hp 4-strokes) 8.3m LOA GRP pleasure boat that weighs in (fully fuelled and provisioned) at 3.4 tonnes and costs $NZ269,000 complete.

A simple but very functional dash with Yamaha digital gauges and fully adjustable wheel.

All of these extras are over and above the standard Grady-White spec, although to be fair, there is little “standard” about anything on board a Grady-White.

Quick examples: twin stainless steel scuppers have been fitted to both aft quarters of the cockpit and they, like all the stainless on board, is US-made 316 marine grade; the platform ladder is a long four-step model able to settle deep into the water for ease of boarding; all cleats are inset.

FOCUSSED ON FISHING The Journey 258 has clearly been designed for fishing and for doing that a fair way from home. It’s solid hand laid GRP construction gives it the sort of heft required to ride comfortably through the type of seas likely to be encountered when targeting offshore reefs and the like. The 428-litre fuel tank is large enough to cover around 200 nautical miles at 4000rpm and 26 knots.

The cockpit sides feature deep toe kicks

Wide side decks make it safe and easy to go forward.

and wide gunwale pads so, regardless of one’s height, it is possible to brace oneself, lean into the fish and go to work.

There are plenty of places on board to stow the bait, the catch and the tackle, too.

On the port side of the transom is a fully insulated fish box and there is another, even bigger, set under the helm seat. On port, the under seat space has been used to house a Grady-White-style 7-jet live bait tank. It comes complete with blue lining, blue LED lighting and round corners (to de-stress the fish). The catches, again, are all proper 316 stainless. There are also two tackle drawers on the back of the seats, although the squabs need to be removed to access these easily.

There is no shortage of rod holders, either: in the coamings and across the transom, up in the rocket launcher, attached to the outriggers and on the bait board.

When the fishing is over and it’s time to relax, the large, comfortable swingup transom seat comes into play (it also comes off if required to provide access

to the battery compartment). A stylish telescopic shower, set into the starboard side of the transom, means swimmers and divers can rinse off before properly coming on board.

UNDER THE HARD TOP The high level of appointment continues under the hard top with solid handrails throughout, 12v DC sockets serving both driver and crew and handy inspection hatches.

The helm station features carbon fibre panels behind the Yamaha digital engine gauges, the Garmin MFD and the DC panel. This latter, rather than being on the dash or “around the corner” at the entrance to the cabin, is instead inset into the side bulkhead, close to the driver’s right hand. Its rocker switches have also been thoughtfully ordered with the ones likely to be used the most the closest to hand.

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The cockpit comes with deep gunwale padding and large toekicks, dedicated rod holders in the side pockets, a Grady White bait station and a hinge-up chair when its time to relax.

all sorts of places. For example, the large twin lockers above the station (in which Stuart has housed the VHF) have been pre-wired with junction boxes so installing anything electrical here is a quick and easy operation. They have also been fitted with inertia hinges so they can stay open even while underway in moderate seas. And, like all the hatches on board, they are lockable.

Another instance: the clears surrounding the “bridge” area are inside the hardtop supports.

This enables the stainless steel uprights to be used as hand holds when going forward and means they are out of the way when deploying the outriggers.

Another typical Grady-White touch is the lifejacket net stowage pocket on the underside of the hardtop. Close at hand and easy to access, it even comes in two versions: a black and a beige so the owner can choose which they prefer.

With its upgraded Pompanette chairs this is a very well laid out and comfortable area. There is only one thing I would like to change. The passenger side footrest, a teak and stainless construct on the front edge of the seat pedestal, has metal edges. On several occasions, I came very close to removing skin on this and was constantly wary when around it. Considering the detailed thought that has obviously gone into every other part of the boat, it struck a jarring note.

The 258 Journey’s cabin can be configured in three ways: as a standard cabin with seating; as a giant berth or as a head, complete with small sink, foldaway faucet and an enclosing door arrangement for privacy.

There is the standard dry stowage under the bunks and behind the seats, those hinge-away rod holders mentioned earlier and a large dropdown access panel behind the helm.

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The cabin can be configured three ways: as a seating area; as a large berth or as a private head.

The hardtop supports are outside the clears so they can be used as handholds when going forward.

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GREAT PERFORMER In a summer of seemingly unceasing westerlies, Tairua decided to give us some moderate sea breezes for our trip out.

Although I doubt the Journey 258 noticed.

With a centreline length of 7.55m and an amidships beam of 2.59m, the mid-sized Walkaround seemed as unaffected by the conditions as its much bigger stablemate (the 330 Express, which we reviewed about a year ago).

Although the seas were not huge, there was enough chop to upset the ride of a lighter boat of the same size. However, as we ran into, across and the down the waves, at speeds varying from just on the plane to flat out, there was, apart from an increase in wind and sea noise, little noticeable difference. The twin Yamaha 150hp four strokes (in my opinion one of the bestengineered outboards of all time) purred along regardless, seemingly unaware they were pushing just shy of 3.5 tonnes plus

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a couple of reasonably substantial blokes.

For those who love to hoon (or need to tight turn at top speed for some other reason), the Journey holds no surprises; it comes around as requested, smoothly, predictably and with no tendency to either let go or dig in. Reversing at speed, especially into the oncoming chop, results in a little water splashing into the cockpit but only very small amounts.

There is certainly nothing to challenge the scuppers.

Visibility from the station is good and the adjustable helm (and hydraulic steering) means one can effortlessly be in control with a wheel that sits almost flat (like a truck or bus), completely upright or anything in between.

CONCLUSION Grady-White is one of the US’s top brands of GRP pleasure boats and, as Stuart proudly relates, continuously rates number one in customer satisfaction. It is easy to see why. Apart from one minor quibble (which I suspect can be easily fixed), this is a boat that impresses from stem to stern.

As an upmarket offshore fishing boat, it is very hard to beat.

Twin Yamaha 150s are a perfect match for the boat.

GRADY-WHITE JOURNEY 258 Model & Model Grady White Journey 258 Limited Edition Priced from $269,000 Price as tested $269,000 Type Walkaround Construction GRP LOA 8.4m Beam 2.59m Deadrise 20 deg Height on trailer 3.55m Trailerable weight 3.4 tonnes Test Power Twin 150hp Yamaha 4-stroke Propeller 18 Reliance SS Power options Single or twin outboards HP Range Up to 400hp Fuel capacity 428 litres

Trailer Magic-Tilt Dual axle w/hydraulic/electric braking

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Notable Standard Items 428L long range fuel tank, Pompanette helm chairs,149.5L self draining insulated built in fish box, blue LED lights, Jabsco toilet, Taco outriggers, 38L fresh water tank, Lewmar S/S windlass, Fusion deluxe stereo, $15,000 Garmin electronics package, plus plus plus.

RPM 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5300

Notable Options on Test Boat Custom aluminium dual axle braked trailer to full AUS/NZ specification with LED lighting, WOF and registration Boat Supplied by: Marine Imports Ltd, Stuart Arnold, Ph 027 536-5346, marineimports@xtra.co.nz, www.marineimportsnz.com www.gradywhite.com

Knots 5 6 8 11 17 22 26 30 34 36

L/H 6.9 9.3 15.8 23.9 33.9 39.4 53.6 68.7 81 122

TIPS AND HINTS ON BUYING AND TOWING INFLATABLE TOW TOYS.

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If you have been anywhere near the water this summer, be it at a lake, river or ocean, you probably saw a boat towing a water skier, wakeboarder, skurfer or tuber. While 20 years ago tow toys were the domain of waterskis, times have changed.

First, we saw the advent of knee boards, then along came wakeboards and with it, the dominance of water skiing changed overnight. But not content with that, some bright manufacturer came up with the idea of taking the old tractor tire and replacing it with something a little more professional and so the sport of tubing was born.

But wait, why leave it just as a round inflatable tube, when there was so much more that could be added.

It didn’t take long before we started to see a wild variety of exotic tow toys, from flying wings to inflatable chairs. The big wings were great and got some huge air, but also could be quite dangerous. It was not unknown for them to rise over 10m and then come crashing down, dumping the occupants unceremoniously onto the hard water surface. Injuries were common and after some fatal accidents, the manufacturers stopped producing the flying wings.

Today there are some awesome inflatable tow toys available from single person tubes to three or four person towables in a variety of shapes, colours and styles.

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FINDING THE RIGHT TOWABLE While towables come in many size and type of options, the first thing to decide is whether you want a performance orientated design or one for the family. There are tubes that are specifically designed to go very fast, for those that want a real adrenaline rush on the water and there are those that are family orientated and ideal for slow speed towing of kids.

The beauty is, that there are also plenty that fall in the middle and are suited to all uses. This way the young at heart get the action they want and the little kids are quite content being towed at a sedate and safe speed. These are more stable and easier to use than some of the performance towables.

They also require little skill to ride, which makes them suitable for families that intend to tow young children, multiple people, grandparents, or those who are looking for more relaxation and tamer rides.

It takes a bit more skill to ride a performance towable and you can do this kneeling, standing, sitting or laying down. They are designed to seriously catch some air, so the ability to stay on and land the right way up is critical. Hanging on in turns can be an awesome experience….especially when you get flung off. Cool fun!

The most common performance towables come in a wedge or delta - shaped design which allows riders to shift their weight to roll the wedge-shaped towables on

edge to cut across or jump over waves.

Tubes are made of a variety of materials; PVC Vinyl, Polyester and Neoprene. They can vary in the thickness of denier, so it pays to ensure what you are buying is of sufficient quality and strength to survive your intended use. In other words, while a tube towing a couple of small kids will stand up to just about anything at low speeds, it may not be so good when you thrash it at high speeds with a couple of overweight weight adults aboard.

DIFFERENT SHAPES The most common shape of a towable is the round doughnut, which is a modern version of the old tractor tube, with a fancy covering. They are inexpensive and ideal for a single adult.

Then there are the deck tubes which differ from the round doughnut as they don’t have a hole in the middle and are available in various shapes. They can be big enough for 3-4 riders and can be a great challenge to hang onto without tipping in turns.

With all the different styles now on the market laying down or sitting on a tube wasn’t enough for some, so we also have what they call the ride-in and the ride-on towables.

The ride-in as the name suggests is a tube that has seats and

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again you can get them for 1-4 people. They are reasonably dry and stable to ride and a favoured option with small children.

The ride-on is often called a banana boat and it’s where 6-8 people (or more) sit straddled over a torpedo or banana shaped tube.

These are very popular with commercial operators at beach resorts.

At the more radical end of the tube design spectrum is those that feature massive rocker shapes. These either have a continuous rocker that flows evenly from one side to the other, or what is called a the 3-stage which has turned up wings on each side and a flat area which the riders lay or sit on. Riding these is strictly for the more experienced tuber.

As well as the ones already mentioned there are tubes that you lay inside. Again these are not for the faint-hearted and take some real skill to master.

A tow rope is a basic necessity of all towables and is specifically designed with higher break strengths and less stretch than a standard water ski rope. Single-person towables need about 900 kg rope, two-person towables need 1800 kg, and three or more need 2700 kg. Any tube rope should be a minimum of 15m in length and should not exceed 20m.

Finally, it is also important that you wear the correct buoyancy vest while on a towable.

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TOP T EN SAFE T Y TIPS FOR DRIVERS AND RIDERS Courtesy of Rave Sports According to accident reports from the U.S. Coast Guard, tubing is the towed water sports activity with the most injuries in recent years.

It is important for both boat drivers and inflatable riders to understand that the sport can cause serious injury or death and to use common sense and good judgment at all times. However, tubing can provide a lot of fun and entertainment when practised with these safety tips in mind:

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1) Be aware that inflatables are not steerable by passengers and that the driver is responsible for the safety of the rider(s). Inflatables travel at a wider arch and greater speeds during turns than the boat travels, so the driver and spotter should be mindful of the towable’s trajectory at all times.

For example, if the boat speed is 20 mph, an inflatable can reach speeds up to 55 mph during a sharp turn (commonly called a “whip”).

Contact during a whip with other boats, shoreline, shallow water, or other fixed objects such as docks can cause serious injury or death.

2) Do not mix driving a boat or participating in water sports with alcohol, drugs or any substance that can impair your judgment and always follow warning labels on inflatables and guidelines in your boat owner’s manual. Also, become knowledgeable about the area you will be towing and be aware of any obstacles, shallow water, and wake and or speed restrictions before you start out.

3) Riders should always wear a life jacket and make sure it is in good condition, fits properly, and is not worn out.

4) Inspect the inflation level of your towable and be aware that temperature fluctuations can cause changes in the firmness of inflatable towables.

5) Check your tow rope’s strength to be sure it is appropriate for the number of riders in your inflatable and that the rope does not have knots, frayed edges, or sun damage; affix tow rope only to the boat manufacturer’s recommended attachment point on your boat.

6) The driver should use a rear view mirror and always have a spotter in the boat so the driver can focus on looking in front of the boat, not behind; both must always be aware of other boaters and fixed objects such as docks, swim platforms, and buoys.

7) Discuss hand signals with the rider before the ride and have the spotter communicate the rider’s signals to the driver during the ride: - OK (tip of index finger and thumb together) - Faster (thumb up) - Slower (thumb down) - Stop (hand slashing neck) - Turn around (index finger pointed up and going around in a circle) - Back to shore or dock (Pat top of head)

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9) Boat speeds should not exceed 20 mph and should be appropriate for the experience of the rider(s). Riders should also know their limits and communicate them with the driver before and during the ride.

Also, large waves and wakes should be avoided to keep the inflatable on the water, not in the air. When tubes become airborne, the safety of the rider(s) becomes jeopardised and can result in severe injury to the muscles, spine, internal organs due to collisions with other riders or falling off the tube.

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Another Winner Riviera 4800 SY

The 4800 Sport Yacht is the latest in the ever improving Riviera Sport Yacht Series. Barry Thompson was so impressed with the 5400 Sport Yacht, that he went to the Gold Coast to see if the smaller version was equally as good.

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Standard power is a pair of D8-IPS600 @ 550hp, with the option of D8-IPS800 @ 600hp

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eleased at the Sydney Boat Show in Aug 2016, the Riviera 4800 has been one of the most successful new releases for the company in recent years. Interestingly the only other model to come close is the 5400 SY, the bigger sister of the 4800 SY. While our test boat was #1 and the company demonstrator, the order books are out to close to 40.

According to the factory, if I ordered one today I would not be taking delivery until the first quarter of 2018.

There’s no doubt the market has turned a lot in favour of the one level cruiser, a style that we certainly see more of. When I wrote about the 5400 SY (PPB July-Aug 2016), I said then, that it was the best model the company has ever released.

Well, the 4800 SY has that same DNA and like the 5400 SY is an outstawnding vessel that is hard to fault. I put it on par with the 5400 SY. With the success of the 5400 SY (30 on order before #1 was launched), Riviera had a winning design, so a smaller version was inevitable. The 4800 SY maintains the same styling and many of the features of the 5400 SY, it’s just in a more compact package. Smaller boat also means smaller engines and a lesser price. While the 5400 SY standard power is a pair of Volvo Penta IPS 950 @ 725hp, the 4800 SY runs a pair of Volvo Penta D8-IPS700 @ 550hp, with an option of the D8-IPS800 @ 600hp. The base price of the 5400 SY is around $AU1.6m, whereas the 4800 SY is $AU1.135m. Plus if you have berthing restrictions, the 5400

SY has a LOA of 17.29m, as opposed to the 4800 SY at 15.23m. The 4800 SY is around half a metre wider than the 5000 SY it replaces, so there’s certainly a significant gain in internal volume.

OPEN & INVITING When you step into the 4800 SY saloon, you can’t help but be impressed. It’s high window lines and glass rear bulkhead fills the inviting area with light and gives it a ‘come inside’ appeal. There’s also an electrically operated Webasto sunroof overhead. Our boat was finished in walnut cabinetry with a satin varnish finish, although there is the choice of high gloss should you prefer. No other timber options are available.

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To port aft is the galley with solid surface Corian bench top, (colour options available), stainless sink, electric hob, combo microwave oven and undercounter fridge/freezers. The sole is finished in hard-wearing timber patterned flooring. Lockers and drawers spaces are plentiful both above and below the vanity.

Opposite is the elevated dinette area that will comfortably seat six people. The walnut dining table, with teak feature trim, is available on a fixed pedestal base or fully adjustable should you want to turn this area into another accommodation option.

There is no storage under the squabs as space is used by the guest cabin below. Aft is further refrigeration. A perfect place to keep the beer and wine cold.

The 4800 SY has an open plan style that brings the cockpit and saloon together

There’s a bbq centre mounted at the transom and a tender garage beneath.

TWO CABIN LAYOUT You might expect to see a three cabin layout in a boat this size, but not so with the 4800 SY. This is a two cabin, two bathroom boat with a forward master, aft guest cabin and a lower lounge that doubles as an extra single berth. With a wide beam, the boat provides generous space in all the cabins and living areas.

When you situate a cabin under the saloon deck, you are always going to be pinched for space, but Riviera has done an excellent job in maximising what is available. There are three single berths, with the ability to transform one pair into a double. Headroom is adequate on the starboard side, but a little restrictive above the twin berths.

Long high tempered glass side windows with stainless ports generate a feeling of space and take away any confined feeling. Light fabrics and hood linings also bring a spaciousness and warmth.

It is a while since I have seen the owners cabin forward, as the trend today is very much for full beam aft masters, even in a boat this size.

However, given the height restriction aft, it was certainly more practical to move the master stateroom forward.

Central is a queen sized walk around bed with a fully inner-sprung mattress. Like the aft cabin, large side windows spill plenty of light into the room. Both cabins have generous drawer storage and hanging lockers, individual air conditioning handlers, entertainment systems and en suites.

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bowls, a shower stall with a glass partition and Vacuflush toilets. The guest ensuite also doubles as the day head.

To starboard, opposite the ensuites is a large L-shaped leather settee, in an area that Riviera refer to as the lower lounge.

This is the perfect space to get away from it all, for the kids to hang out or a quiet, relaxed workspace. It also adds another dimension to the accommodation options, with the backrest detachable to offer a single berth. When you take in the dinette area, the 4800 SY can necessarily provide sleeping space for 8-10 people.

Might be a bit of a crush at breakfast, though.

HELM HEAVEN Move over Sulu, and I’m taking control.

Maybe not quite the Starship Enterprise, but Riviera has done a masterful job in designing the ultimate helm station.

Centre stage is the Volvo glass bridge that brings everything together with all functions integrated into two 16” touch screens. The standard electronics package for the 4800 SY, the Volvo system means a clean and easy-to-use dashboard with enhanced overview and control. Integrated with the EVC system, the Volvo Penta Glass Cockpit gathers all navigation and engine information in one spot.

What is very cool is that you can customise layouts, data and gauges to allow you to place the information you need to see, right where you want it on full, half or quarter view, from a variety of data overlays.

Riviera 4800 SY

Riviera has done an excellent job in maximising the cabin space available under the saloon.

Riviera refer to this areas as the lower lounge.

You can also link layouts to buttons on the engine control and joystick. When you press an assigned button, all displays switch in sync to the linked layout. Volvo Penta Glass Cockpit gives you access to the broad range of Garmin Marine system components and accessories. Almost everything you need can be integrated: radar, sonar, VHS, connectivity, apps and much more.

However as a backup, should you loose your navigational data on the main screens, there is a separate Garmin 7” screen, dedicated to engine monitoring functions and the second set of navigation modes.

But the electronics package doesn’t stop there. Another standard feature of the Riviera 4800 SY is the fully integrated CZone digital switching system that

The owner’s cabin is forward with a central queen size berth.

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enhances the ease of monitoring of onboard systems even further. Flanking the screens are all the usual controls and switches such as a Garmin autopilot, Volvo Joystick control, VHF, chain counter and auto anchor. Twin fully adjustable black Recaro helm seats provide superior comfort for the skipper and guest.

EASILY DRIVEN From the steering wheel to the prop nuts, the 4800 SY is a total Volvo Penta package.

Standard power is a pair of D8-IPS600 @ 550hp, with the option of D8-IPS800 @ 600hp as fitted to boat #1. Top speed is an impressive 34.5 knots @ 3085 rpm with the 600hp engines and 31 knots with the 550hp standard package. However it’s not all about how fast a boat goes, but more what’s a comfortable and economical cruise range in ideal conditions. I feel that anywhere between 25-28 knots in a boat like this are perfect. With the 4800 SY, that’s at the top end, with a high 28.2 knots @ 2700 rpm, which returns a range of 269 nm/7.03 lpnm and a fuel burn of 198 lph.

When you look at the engine performance data for the 4800 SY, with the pair of IPS800s, it is interesting to see that there is a peak torque at around 1700 rpm and then the curve flatlines right through to the maximum 3085 rpm. This according to Volvo is typical of the IPS system, which they refer to this as their unique marine torque. This is designed specifically to increase the load-carrying capability, promote rapid acceleration, and have the ability to maintain a high cruising speed, irrespective of load or sea state.

The transition from idle to planning was certainly noticeable, as was the quietness and smooth ride. Obviously, it also helps to have a well-designed and efficient hull to take the engines!

It’s an extremely easy boat to handle and very responsive to the helm. Again, the benefits of having Volvo Penta Interceptors fitted was clearly evident every time I

Move over Sulu, and I’m taking control.

tossed the 4800 SY into a turn and changed direction. In the different conditions, with the Interceptors on automatic mode, the tabs make a quickly calculated correction and put the boat into the most suitable trim mode.

RELAXING COCKPIT Like most of their boats in the range, the 4800 SY has an open plan style that brings the cockpit and saloon together with a large starboard side hopper window and glass sliding door.

The cockpit design is all about making those evenings at anchor or having a few guests aboard as relaxing and pleasurable as possible. A fibreglass hardtop extends well aft to provide shade and shelter.

There is also strata-glass panels either side for further weather protection.

To starboard in a moulded unit are an icemaker, drinks fridge and fresh water.

There’s a twin plate bbq centre mounted at the transom, a forward L-shaped lounge with storage underneath and a forward facing bench seat aft. A folding teak table on a hi-low pedestal connects both lounge areas. Cushions are available if you want to transform this space into a day bed. There’s also another sun pad on the foredeck.

Steps either side lead down to the hi/low platform, complete with recessed swim ladder. From here you get access to the tender garage that is big enough to fit a 2.7m RIB. With the boarding platform down, you can pull the tender in and out without rubbing over the teak.

SUMMARY Riviera now offers five Sport Yacht models; 6000 SY, 5400 SY, the newest of all, the 4800 SY, 4400 SY and the baby of the fleet, the 3600 SY. The innovative styling and layout design are carried through all models, with an emphasis on entertaining as much as having an efficient and excellent seakeeping hull. The 4800 SY does everything that is asked of it and more and it’s easy to understand why this, like the 5400 SY is such a popular model already for Riviera.

RIVIERA 4800 SY Year Launched 2016 Designer Riviera Interior Designer Riviera Builder Riviera LOA 15.23 m LOH 13.93 m Beam 4.61 m Draft 1.35m Displacement 19055 (dry) Max Speed 34.5 knots Construction GRP Fuel Capacity 2100 L Water Capacity 400 L

Engines Make/HP 2 x 600hp Volvo Penta IPS800 Drive Train IPS Generator Onan Air Conditioning Cruise Air Watermaker Blue Water Sunroof Webasto Tabs Volvo Interceptors Anchor Winch Muir MFD Volvo Glass Bridge Base Price of Boat . $AU1,134000 Contact www.riviera.com.au

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Top speed on the lake was 40.5 knots @ 6500 rpm.

The Cruiser Hardtop 701 Gen2 is the latest addition to the growing line-up in the Cruiser Series for McLay Boats. Barry Thompson went to the picturesque Lake Wakatipu to check it out.

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ver the years I have reviewed a lot of McLay Boats and what always impresses me is the variations and innovations that the company manage to put into ever new model. Just when you think they have their model range sorted, they go and add something else.

Steve McLay, owner, designer and a genuine nice guy has an affliction when it comes to wanting to produce something new and has never been content to sit back and just market and sell what he has.

The Cruiser range has been around for some years now and although they have had several updates and more options added during this time, they were essentially the same hull and although they performed well they were started to look a little dated in Steve’s opinion.

He also felt there were too many models that sometimes caused confusion with customers. The range started at 671 and then went to 681, 721, 751, 771, 811 and 931.

Except for the 931, all these models have been superseded by the Gen2 models, apart from the 751 for export markets only as it fits into a 40HC container whereas the 751 Gen2 is too wide.

“Having recently released the 651 crossXover hardtop the plan was to have hardtop models available in half metre increments and this is what we have now achieved with the new cruiser Gen2 range”, says Steve.

McLay 701 Gen II Cruiser

The 701, 751 and 801 are also all badged Gen2. These Gen2 Hardtops are built on a new hull that is wider at the waterline than previous models, giving even better stability, yet maintaining the great ride and handling McLay Boats are renowned for. The raised shear-line hull shape gives a whole new streamlined look combined with more internal space and loads of new features.

While the 751 Gen2 has proven hugely popular, there’s always someone that wants something a little smaller, cheaper and requiring less horsepower. This where the new 701 Gen2 slots in. While the layouts are much the same and essentially the same hull design is used, the 701 is 7.10m overall length (400mm shorter than the 751 Gen2), slightly narrower in the beam at 2.35m (2.45m for the 751 Gen2) and weighs in at 1150 kgs, 150 kgs less than the 751 Gen2. The coaming height of 800mm remains constant in both boats.

While both can be outboard or stern drive powered, the 751 Gen2 is rated 200-300hp and the 701 Gen2 150-250hp. They are both available in twin or single outboard configuration. Price for the standard boat only is $NZ63,695 for the 751 Gen2 and $NZ58,305 for the 701 Gen2, a saving of $NZ5390. You can buy a load of electronics and fishing gear with that!

MORE SPACE The new 701 Gen2 replaces the 671 and

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A big uncluttered cockpit is ideal for fishing four anglers.

as mentioned with an entirely new hull has more area in the cockpit. It’s wider and the roof overhang has been extended further aft. This provides more shelter from the elements without getting in the way of your rods when fishing. This is a boat that you can comfortably fish four anglers without getting in each other’s way…unless you do a quadruple Trevalli or Kahawai hook up!

The transom area is unquestionably dedicated to fishing, with a full-width boarding platform surrounded by a seriously solid cage and twin drop down ladders. The ladders fall deep into the water and along with the large treads and well-positioned hand holds, access back to the boat with your SCUBA gear on is an easier task.

Access to and from the cockpit is made easy with a walk-through either side of the huge central bait station. These come with drop in panels so if you are backing up on a gamefish, most of the water isn’t going to slop inside. However, if it does, the 701 comes with a deep sump and auto bilge pump.

McLay builds a superb bait prep area, with a large cutting surface complete with tackle draw. There’s also plenty of space to mount rod or drink holders. Below is a dedicated locker for the batteries, so nothing is on the cockpit sole. However, if this isn’t what you want, then McLay can customise the transom area to suit your

Access to and from the cockpit is made easy with a walkthrough either side of the huge central bait station.

needs.

The two aft steps can double up as seating, although you can add a removable padded bin which works just as well and gives you extra storage space for bait or your catch.

Being a fishing orientated boat the cockpit is clinical and clean with a chequer plate floor (carpet or tube matting is optional), deep toe kicks either side and twin rack storage shelves. Underfloor is a 230-litre fuel tank.

There is also an overhead rocker launcher with eight-rod storage, plus a towing eye for water toys and a handrail across the trailing edge.

The 701 Cruiser Gen2 first released at the 2016 Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show, was the open hardtop version, with no rear bulkhead and an entirely different seating arrangement.

Without the bulkhead, you can have twin swivelling buckets with bench seats aft. Both provide storage under, with the port side area dedicated to a pull-out chilly/isky bin.

If you go for the fully enclosed rear bulkhead, then cockpit seating is restricted to a padded bin seat either side. These can double as gas bottle storage or even another fridge/freezer.

The bulkhead is optional with drop down glass windows either side of a central bi-fold door. This is available in either aluminium or glass. Personally, I would opt for the full bulkhead as it’s all about comfort and weather protection and having a hardtop without a bulkhead is like having only half of the benefit.

ALL CHANGED INSIDE One of the big changes from the 671 is in the wheelhouse, which is larger.

The rear bulkhead has been moved back 75mm, which gives you more space to stand when driving and

You can have a full rear bulkhead or leave it open.

a very comfortable position when seated. In conjunction with that, the screen has gone forward a similar distance, which places the eyebrow in the roof line further forward. The benefit here is that you have a better chance of not hitting your head on it when standing to drive. The Fusion stereo and GME VHF are both still easy to reach.

The dashboard is very customised and it all starts with the size of MFD you want. Everything else such as gauges (if you have any), controls, switches and other electronics can be placed all around. Plenty of real estate to work with and McLay can change the shape to suit all your extras. Our boat was running a Simrad 12” MFD, with Mercury Smartcraft gauges, flanked by controls for the Maxwell winch and Zipwake.

Twin seats in the wheelhouse are standard in the 701 Gen2, but these can be transformed into a full-width bench seat if the crew all want to come inside on the trip. Simply close the rear door, add a couple of infills and the two seats turn into a four seater.

Plus, it doubles as another adult size single berth.

OVERNIGHT CAPABLE While the 701 hasn’t been set up as an overnighter, if you tick the extras list and add a toilet, handheld shower and maybe a rod mounted bbq, you can turn this into a very cosy boat for overnighting. The approx 2m long squabs are very comfortable and with a centre squab, you can transform the entire forward cabin into one large berth.

There is storage under the squabs and on side shelves, and as in our test boat an optional pipe berth, which is another great place to stow gear, although a little short if you are my

You can have a different seating option in the open hardtop version.

Wide side trays look after rod and pole storage. Note the deep toe kicks.

A Simrad 12” MFD fills a lot of the dash, but there is still room for everything else.

McLay rate the 701 Gen2 Cruiser from 150-250hp and with either inboard sterndrive/jet or outboard.

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Left: The boarding platform is surrounded by a seriously solid cage and twin drop down ladders.

size to use as a berth.

One particular feature I liked in the 701 Gen 2 is that it is fully lined inside, even to the extent of covering the handrails with fabric. This provides a warm feeling that you can’t get if you are exposed to a raw alloy finish.

McLay, like most South Island alloy boat manufacturers offer a drop down alloy bow ladder, which is great for beach access. With this in mind, they also make sure the deck hatch is extra large, so you are not pinched for space when moving from the cabin to the foredeck. As standard the boat comes with a Sav drum winch. The owner of the test boat opted for a Maxwell RC-8 instead.

VERADO POWER McLay rate the 701 Gen2 Cruiser from 150250hp and with either inboard sterndrive/ jet or outboard. On the calm waters of Lake Wakatipu, we ran a Mercury Verado 250 Pro, one of the new generation engines from Mercury.

This supercharged 2.6 litre inline six cylinder engine runs out to 6400 rpm, which is 200 rpm more than the standard Mercury Verado 250. It which comes with fly by wire controls, power steering, a 70 amp alternator and is compatible with the Smartcraft digital technology.

Top speed on the lake was 40.5 knots @ 6500 rpm. Drop that back to 5000 rpm and the fuel consumption falls to around 56 lph, a speed of 27.7 knots and range of 98 nm.

If you plan to use the boat for trolling, then the benefits of the 4 stroke are obvious and the fuel economy is excellent. At 15002000 rpm the fuel flow drops to 10-14 lph and the range jumps to 120-140 nm.

That’s Auckland to the Bay of Islands with maybe a marlin at Cape Brett on the way.

While I didn’t need to use the Zipwake interceptors much, due to the very calm lake conditions, when I did I could certainly feel them working. They are especially good in turns and assist the boat in staying level.

MORE TO COME Having spent the best part of a morning running not only the 701 Gen2 Cruiser, but also the 651 CrossXover (see review in Issue #10 Alloy Boat Magazine), it’s not hard to understand why people like McLay boats. The company has come a long way from those earliest models and are not afraid to make changes and listen to their clients.

With such an extensive range now of 21 boats, from 4.4m tiller steer dinghies to 11.4m hardtops, you might think that Steve McLay would be content with what he has. Yeah right! I would not be surprised to see a few more new models at this year’s Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show.

Watch this space.

MCLAY 701 GEN II CRUISER Model & Model McLay 701 Gen II Cruiser Priced from $NZ99,500 Price as tested $NZ148,000 Type Hardtop Construction Alloy LOA 7.10 m Beam 2.35 m Internal Beam Deadrise 18 deg Trailerable Wght 2250 kgs (full of fuel) Height on Trailer 3.10m Test Power Mercury 250 Pro Propeller 15 Inertia

Power options Outboard only HP Range 150-250 hp Fuel capacity 230 litres Trailer Mudgway Notable Options Savwinch Drum Winch, Fusion MSRA70 stereo, GME VHF, Hella Lighting, Painted hull, Simrad 12” MFD, Zipwake Tabs.

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AIS collision avoidance technology

An AIS transponder helps you to see and be seen in all weather conditions, automatically identifying vessels in your area. But what is AIS and why should you consider installing one in your boat?

An AIS system on-board identifies your boat to other AIS users in the aim of collision avoidance, it can protect your pride and joy from being run down by a large, fast moving ship. Several years ago, (7 years! – Ed) we ran an article introducing AIS technology for recreational boaters. At the time the recreational uptake of AIS was very much in its infancy. Today the world’s leading marine electronics manufacturers offer AIS capability as either an accessory unit or in some cases a standalone system. With

ever advancing electronic networking and communications technologies finding their way onto our boats, now is the time to revisit AIS and understand why it is such a hot topic and why so many are installing this safety technology.

AIS technology identifies every vessel individually, along with its specific position and movements, enabling a virtual picture to be created in real time. Picture a radarchart plotter display, with overlaid electronic chart data, that includes an icon for every

significant vessel within VHF range, each with a velocity vector (showing that vessel’s speed and heading). Each vessel icon reflects the actual size of the ship, with positions accurate to GPS precision. By “clicking” on a ship mark, you can learn the ship’s name, course and speed, classification, call sign, MMSI, and other information. Maneuvering information, closest point of approach (CPA), time to closest point of approach (TCPA) and other navigation data is also available.

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What you see on AIS display.

commercial users is now available to every AIS-equipped vessel.

AIS range is similar to that of your VHF radio, essentially depending on the height of the antenna. Its propagation is slightly better than that of radar, due to the longer wavelength, so it’s possible to “see” over islands if the landmasses are not too high. A typical distance value to be expected at sea is nominally 20 nautical miles (37km). With the help of repeater stations, the coverage for both ship and VTS stations can be improved considerably.

AIS information is not degraded by rain-clutter like radar, so it works the same in all weather. The consensus among safety experts is that AIS is extremely valuable, especially if you travel at night or in crowded harbors with restricted visibility.

AIS data is sent from each vessel every few seconds and contains position and movement information such as course, speed, latitude, longitude, and rate of turn. Static information about the vessel is sent every few minutes and includes the name, type of vessel, length, beam, draft, etc.

Nearly all ships are mandated to carry AIS transponders (most commonly Class A) and each year more yachts, launches, powerboats, and smaller commercial boats are fitting AIS equipment (most commonly Class B).

AIS information is typically viewed on a dedicated screen, networked onto a boats plotter, PC or MFD or even via dedicated Apps on a smart phone. Your safety is enhanced day and night, when offshore or in busy marine traffic areas or in bad weather when visibility is reduced. AIS devices are also fitted as Aids to Navigation (eg Virtual marking of navigation hazards) and as portable man overboard devices on individual’s lifejackets for identification amongst AIS equipped vessels.

Interestingly, the US Coast Guard issued new AIS rules in January 2015 requiring nearly all commercial vessels of 65ft (20M) or more operating in US waters to install AIS transponders by March 2016. The subsequent uptake of Class B AIS in the US has reportedly been rapid, simultaneously recreational boaters have seen the advantages of identifying more traffic on the water and installed AIS technology also.

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AIS Transponders: An AIS transponder receives and translates the AIS digital radio signals. It also sends AIS signals, making your vessel visible to others with AIS equipment. There are two types of transponders, Class A intended for SOLAS vessels and Class B for fitting on non-SOLAS category vessels. AIS transponders are sometimes referred to as transceivers in the marine industry.

Class A transponders models operate at 12.5 watts, offering an average range of 30 nautical miles and are fitted aboard ships with gross tonnage of 300 or more tons. A vessel’s dynamic data, position, speed over ground and course over ground, is taken from the GPS. The Class A version uses SOTDMA transmission mode, giving it priority over Class B devices. However, it is Class B that is applicable for the recreational and smaller commercial boat market.

AIS Receivers: An AIS receiver operates in the same way as transponder but is a receive only device. If your vessel has a receiver you can view vessels in your area but other vessels will not see you on their AIS equipment.

Initially recreational users were content to simply view the available AIS data being broadcast around them via a receiver only. Today, when talking with Jeremy Singleton from New Zealand’s Vesper Marine, vessel owners and operators are realising the advantages of broadcasting their vessels data including size, type, heading, speed as an ever increasing awareness to be seen amongst the traffic of our busy harbours.

AIS Display: An AIS display interfaces with either a transponder or receiver to display the AIS radio signals in a useable format.

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A typical AIS Transponder installation diagram.

A dedicated AIS display is very useful to allow critical safety information to always be available at a glance and can include features that aren’t normally found in plotters or computer programs. If the transponder or receiver is WiFi enabled, you are able to use your smart phone, tablet or computer as an AIS display.

AIS Antenna Splitter: A dedicated AIS antenna is used to pick up and transmit AIS signals only. A AIS/VHF splitter can be installed in order to share an existing VHF

antenna between your VHF radio and AIS transponder or receiver without transmission or reception loss to any devices.

How does AIS help avoid a collision with another boat?

Primarily used as a tool for collision avoidance, a correctly set up AIS display provides valuable data, most often in a graphical display, to the skipper to enable highly informed decision making. It must be

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noted that AIS is an aid a means of lookout and to identify the risk of collision rather than as an automated collision avoidance system, your seamanship and acknowledging the maritime rules still play a vital role!

When a vessel is navigating at sea, the movement and identity of other vessels in the vicinity is critical for navigators to make decisions to avoid collision. Visual observation (unaided, binoculars, night vision), audio exchanges (whistle, horns, VHF radio), and radar or Automatic Radar

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Plotting Aid (ARPA) are historically used for this purpose. However, a lack of positive identification of the targets on the displays, and time delays and other limitation of radar for observing and calculating the action and response of vessels around, especially on busy waters, sometimes prevent possible action in time to avoid collision.

While requirements of AIS are only to display a very basic text information, the data obtained is not typically integrated and/or overlaid onto electronic charts or a radar display, providing consolidated navigational information on a single display.

This is where the integration and NMEA 0183 or 2000 networking compatibility between the AIS transponder and a vessels radar and plotter system is critical and an important consideration when choosing an AIS system.

Depending on the brand and model of AIS selected, manufactures such as Vesper Marine offer advanced AIS software with their devices to provide easy to use features including

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AIS SYSTEMS

The Weatherdock A105-easyAIS-IS-N2K receives all AIS data send out on special VHF frequencies.

possible collision target filtering, collision alarms, operational modes (anchoring, offshore, inner harbour etc) , anchor drag monitoring and man over board functions.

AIS was developed with the ability to broadcast positions and names of objects other than vessels, such as navigational aids and marker positions. These aids can be located on shore, such as in a lighthouse, or on the water, on platforms or buoys.

The ability to broadcast navigational aid positions has also created the concepts of Synthetic AIS and Virtual AIS. In the first case, an AIS transmission describes the position of a physical marker but the signal itself originates from a transmitter located elsewhere. For example, an on-shore base station might broadcast the position of ten floating channel markers, each of which is too small to contain a transmitter itself.

An AIS alarm activates when AIS equipped vessels are in your vicinity.

In the second case, it can mean AIS transmissions that indicate a marker that does not exist physically, or a concern which is not visible (i.e. submerged rocks, or a sunken, wrecked ship). Although such virtual aids would be visible only to AIS equipped vessels, the low cost of maintaining them could lead to their usage when physical markers are unavailable.

Search and Rescue For coordinating resources on the scene of a marine search & rescue operation, it is important to know the position and navigation status of ships in the vicinity of the ship or person in distress. Here, AIS can provide additional information and awareness of the resources for on-scene operation, even though AIS range is limited to VHF radio range. The AIS standard also

The ICOM MA-500TR is a Class B AIS Transponder suitable for Non-SOLAS vessels such as pleasure craft, work-boat and small vessels.

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envisioned the possible use on SAR Aircraft, and included a message (AIS Message 9) for aircraft to report position.

Computing & networking Several marine Mac and PC programs are available for use with AIS data. Some programs can re-transmit the AIS information to a local or global network, allowing the public or authorised users to observe vessel traffic from the web.

Some programs display AIS data received from a dedicated AIS receiver onto a computer or chart plotter. None of these programs are AIS transmitters, thus they will not broadcast your vessel’s position but may be used as an inexpensive alternative for smaller vessels to help aid navigation and avoid collision with larger vessels that are required to broadcast their position.

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Installation – VHF Antenna Considerations Installing a Class B AIS transponder requires a VHF antenna that may be dedicated for the AIS or shared with the vessel radio via a VHF splitter. Some installations may require the addition of a separate GPS antenna to be mounted externally, however in many vessels, AIS transponders that feature an integrated GPS such as the Vesper Marine XB-8000 will negate the need for this.

There are trade-off’s between having a dedicated AIS antenna and sharing one with your existing VHF system through a splitter. A dedicated AIS-tuned antenna is an excellent choice and will typically out-perform a standard VHF antenna due to being tuned specifically for the high end of the VHF band where AIS is located. It can also serve as a backup antenna for your VHF. However, a dedicated antenna may be harder to install since you need to mount it and run the cable, etc. Look to place the antenna as high as reasonably practical but as far away from masts and other antennas, particularly other VHF antennas.

A splitter allows the use of an existing VHF antenna for an easier installation. If you decide to get a splitter, you must use one designed for AIS. If you have a transponder you must use a splitter designed specifically for use with AIS transponders.

However, your VHF antenna may not be well tuned at AIS frequencies and may lead to poor transmit performance. You can check your antenna performance at AIS frequencies by looking at the VSWR curves provided by the antenna manufacturer (they can sometimes be found on the manufacturers website). Look for a VSWR of 2:1 or less at 162MHz. Most VHF antennas are well tuned for 156MHz but will start to degrade at the extremes of the VHF band.

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BOAT REVIEW

Ocean Alexander 70e

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Breaking New Ground

Making its debut at the 2016 Miami International Boat Show, the Ocean Alexander 70 Evolution motor yacht brings a new look to the company’s line and is the first Ocean Alexander to be powered by twin Volvo Penta IPS1200 900-horsepower IPS pod drives.

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The fly bridge of the 70 Evolution encompasses over half of the yacht’s LOA.

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esigned by Evan K. Marshall and assembled in a state-of-the-art facility in Merritt Island, Florida, utilising the latest in yacht construction technology, the 70 Evolution embodies a new evolution within the yacht manufacturer’s product line. From the entry into the main saloon, the sight line extends through the yacht out to the bow, providing a feeling of expanse and openness. Capable of sleeping up to eight guests, plus the option of accommodating one crew member, the 70 Evolution is designed for an owner who enjoys captaining his own yacht for weekend and extended cruising from the home base, with enough living and entertaining space for family and friends onboard.

MISSION STATEMENT With owner operation in mind, the Ocean Alexander 70 Evolution provides ease in docking with its Volvo Penta IPS drive system. In fact, many of the features are specifically designed and tailored with owner operation in mind. This allows the 70 Evolution “get up and go” flexibility to enjoy weekend and extended cruises without the added logistics of a crew onboard.

Because she is ruggedly constructed, has remarkably efficient fin stabilisers, and is built for sea-going cruising, an owner need not be particularly concerned with the weather when casting off. Whether a

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The foredeck provides a sun pad and lounge with a settee and table, with an optional sunshade.

short hop to a nearby destination, or an excursion hundreds of miles away, the 70 Evolution combines ease of operation with the size and accommodations to comfortably enjoy a passage in most conditions.

NOTEWORTHY FEATURES The interior treatment of bulkheads and cabinetry is modern and we liked the exotic horizontal wood grain treatment that makes the boat look larger than it really is and is a pleasant departure from the vertical wood grain treatment that

we usually see. Particularly noteworthy are the rounded corners that are not only practical but add elegance to the interior.

Also noteworthy is her long list of standard equipment. This includes a hydraulic swim platform, flying bridge hardtop, the IPS drives mentioned above with joystick, plus much more. Like all other Ocean Alexander motor yachts, this vessel is designed to be sea-going as well as being a large entertainment platform.

An innovative optional feature of the 70 Evolution are the Side Power Vector

The most noteworthy features of the master stateroom are the port and starboard hull side picture windows

The 70 Evolution provides two additional guest cabins along with a guest head accessed from the companionway.

Encompassing the breadth of the yacht the galley allows a generous area for meal preparation.

stabilisers, which unlike standard fins are convex in shape, providing a greater degree of lift off of her centre of gravity while also reducing sway. This better suits the hull form of the 70 Evolution and improves both stability underway, as well as at anchor.

EXPANSIVE FLY BRIDGE The fly bridge of the 70 Evolution encompasses over half of the yacht’s LOA, as the overall length of the flybridge is over 12m (exterior), the inside dimensions (walkable space) is 3.5m x 7.80m without fiberglass cabinets or seating in place.

This affords a gathering area suitably commensurate to compliment her eight passenger sleeping capacity with room to spare.

The twin Stidd mechanical helm seats are located forward on the centre line for what is a completely unobstructed view from which to operate the yacht.

Twin 19” Garmin multifunction displays are mounted just above the Venturi windscreen, allowing the skipper to see all of the necessary functions and controls.

Aft of the helm is the bar area, sun pad, outdoor galley and grill, and dining settee, with both access to the aft cockpit as well as the main saloon and galley. The fly bridge of the 70 Evolution incorporates the amenities one would seek in a yacht where

entertaining is a priority. The dining settee has a teak table, and provides a setting for getting out of the sun beneath the hardtop without having to leave the bridge.

Ascending from the aft deck, there is a surrounding stainless steel railing encircling the lower access as well as topside around the stairwell. Aft is the sun pad and seating area, which, with the central section removed. It can be made into a vast settee, where up to eight to ten guests can be seated comfortably.

Moreover, during the day with the sun pad in place, this is a logical area to enjoy the sun and work on a tan.

SPACIOUS SALOON Immediately noticeable upon entry into the saloon from the aft deck is the unobstructed view through the entire interior to the windshield. This is a design that most consumers prefer these days, rather than having a lower helm station that is sectioned off with a bulkhead.

One very convenient feature for entering the saloon, is the foot switch, that when activated, automatically opens the salon door.

The saloon has an L-shaped settee to starboard with a coffee table and Cambria stone surfaced console for storage. To port are a sofa with end tables. There is a 50” LCD television with satellite receiver

flush mounted in the overhead, that when lowered, provides exceptional viewing from both the settee and sofa.

The enlarged windows in the saloon, covers the majority of the vertical area, providing unimpeded outside light and maximum visibility. The saloon is carpeted and as an option, comes in wood decking like that seen leading forward into the galley.

Encompassing the breadth of the yacht amidships to both the port and starboard sides, the galley allows not only a generous area for meal preparation, but a place to dine at its serving bar as well. There are Cambria stone surfaces and backsplash, stainless steel appliances and rich, wood cabinetry that all complement each other.

A 24” Jenn-Air wine cooler is offered as an option. Forward is the dining settee, surrounded on two sides by the side and forward windows.

For a yacht designed with an owner operator in mind, the lower helm station is ergonomic, compact and functional. To port of the dining settee, it provides the IPS joystick control, a Stidd mechanical seat and destroyer wheel, plus a Garmin navigation package. For foul weather visibility, Pantograph windshield wipers and washers with intermittent function operate independently at both the port and starboard windscreens.

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staterooms, and both also have hull side windows for natural light, storage for two guests each and an A/V system, with an LCD 24” television in the twin cabin.

As an option, the 70 Evolution offers a crew berth, which is accessed from the transom hatch and lies aft of the engine room. In lieu of this berth is added stern storage. Access to the engine space is through this compartment. This adds to the 70 Evolution’s character as a family yacht, making careful consideration of space efficiency and function.

The lower helm station is ergonomic, compact and functional.

There’s a dinette settee alongside the downstairs helm.

ACCOMMODATIONS PLUS The stairwell and access to the accommodation deck is to port of the helm, and leads below. There, in the passageway, a washer and dryer are located. The most noteworthy features of the master stateroom are the port and starboard hull side picture windows that measure 2.18 m x 0.81 m. They are custom engineered “sandwich glass” construction, allowing 38% greater visibility and incoming light. These are among the largest hull side windows we have seen in this size motor yacht.

The full king size bed is independently coiled with his and her sections to ensure minimal transfer of movement. To starboard of the bed is a dresser and to port is a chaise lounge with a desk. The walk-in cedar-lined master closet has glass facing drawers, which are lighted, making for an elegant, practical feature.

Accessed on the port side is the owner’s head, which is appointed in wood and granite, and employs HansGrohe faucets at both the sink and in the shower stall.

Typically, forward VIP staterooms offer

little on which to accentuate or elaborate on due to the confines of a narrowlydefined space. Nevertheless, the 70 Evolution’s designers were able to fit the stateroom with a queen-sized island berth.

Pains have been taken to make sure that there is lots of storage in this stateroom with compartments and drawers installed wherever possible.

There are port and starboard hanging lockers, an A/V system with an LCD 32” television, two large portlight and an overhead hatch. Though not as large as those found in the master suite, the hull side windows in the VIP cabin illuminate the space with natural light along with an overhead opening portlight.

The 70 Evolution provides two additional guest cabins along with a guest head accessed from the companionway, which also serves as the day head. The first of the guest cabins in a twin arrangement, and by incorporating the fourth cabin with over and under bunks, the 70 Evolution conveniently sleeps up to eight. The guest cabins are finished and appointed to the same quality as the owner and VIP

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OUTSIDE SPACE The owner can have the weather decks upgraded to teak, however, teak is standard on the swim step and on the steps from the swim step to aft deck. The aft cockpit has a forward facing settee with a teak table, which, when chairs are added, comfortably seats six for dining.

A day galley with a sink and refrigerator, with a Cambria stone surface is to starboard, while the steps to the fly bridge are to port.

The 454 kg capacity of the hydraulic swim platform provides both the needed space and carrying capacity for a versatile tender as well as ease of entry into the water. In addition, an option to stow the tender on the fly bridge is provided, allowing the opportunity to house a PWC on the platform.

Side deck access to the foredeck leads both to port and starboard with the cockpit IPS joystick control to starboard. Owners will appreciate this feature when backing into a dock.

The foredeck is clean and unobstructed, in order to provide a sun pad and lounge with a settee and table, with an optional sunshade. It is a great alternative entertaining venue and is particularly attractive when at anchor.

HANDY PERFORMER The engine room houses the two Volvo Penta IPS1200 diesel engines and two Czone, with 23 kW Kohler generators, along with the required auxiliary equipment. There is 1.83 m of standing headroom in the space, helping to make entry, inspection and maintenance unencumbered. The 70 Evolution carries 3936 L of fuel and 1136 L of water. Her holding tank capacity is 378 L. With a pair of 900-hp IPS1200s powering our test boat, we reached a top speed of 28 kts at 2350 rpm. Not surprisingly, with the efficiency of the IPS drives, that top speed translated to .03 nmpg and that number stayed consistent down to 1750 rpm and

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The aft cockpit has a forward facing settee with a teak table, which, when chairs are added, seats six.

15.7 knots where the fuel burn of 170 lph translated into a range of just over 327 nm. Best cruise for the Ocean Alexander 70 Evolution is 12.5 knots (14.0 mph), and the boat gets 0.11 nmpl, giving the boat a cruising range of 380nm.

She handles quite well with excellent stability. Her heavyweight helps her to remain relatively flat during turns and she has excellent control authority even at low speeds.

With only mild chop we really can’t comment on how she would handle in significant sea conditions, but the conditions that we did have still told the story of a boat that remains remarkably stable regardless of the directions the seas were coming from. She carves nicely through the water with a stately effect of a much larger yacht and we

Boat Design Name Ocean Alexander 70 Evolution Year Launched 2016 Builder Ocean Alexander LOA 21.49m Beam 5.49m Draft 1.35m Displacement (full) 35380kg (dry) Max Speed 28 knots Construction Infused GRP Fuel Capacity 3936 L Water Capacity 1136L Engines Make/HP 2 x 900hp Volvo Penta IPS1200 Drive Train IPS Generator 23 kW Kohler x2

had little wind from the open helm of the flying bridge.

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OBSERVATIONS Having set out to be an owner/operator luxury American made yacht, the 70 Evolution offers much more than that.

Her construction and engineering, are rigorous and exacting, creating a seaworthy hull that can be taken nearly anywhere in most conditions, just like the larger motor yachts in the Ocean Alexander line.

There is an all-new look in the interior with the exotic joinery treatment with horizontal wood grain and rounded bulkhead corners, set this yacht apart from most others in class. With the ease and convenience of her IPS drives, she allows her owner to set out at will.

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Tom Burden explains about MFDs and Freddy Foote checks out some of the latest 12� MFDs available.

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Would you prefer a touchscreen or a keypad for data input?

Keypad: The traditional push-button user interface is less expensive and easier to operate when you’re wearing gloves.

Touchscreens used in smartphones, chartplotters and multi-function displays detect tiny electrical charges from your skin, but do not work as well when they are wet, in cold weather or when gloves insulate your hand. There are two types: Single-touch touchscreen: The majority of the touchscreen devices are of this type.

You can swipe the screen and move icons around or push onscreen buttons instead of mechanical buttons. Some displays, such as Raymarine’s e-Series (with their HybridTouch interface) and Simrad’s NSS evo2 (Touch Sensible Technology), use a touchscreen combined with a few buttons and a rotary controller knob. Very slick and user-friendly.

Multi-touch touchscreen: This is the interface you use on your iPhone, iPad or Android smartphone. It includes “pinch to zoom” using two fingers.

In this era where you can surf the web, take photos and play streamed songs on your smartphone, it’s all about being connected.

Boaters want to connect their VHF radio to a GPS, monitor their fuel consumption and see radar images on one display. If you haven’t shopped for marine electronics recently you’ll notice that things have changed a lot, and the choices can be confusing. We’re here to help, with some questions and answers to help narrow down your choices.

What is a MFD? Whereas, the fishfinder performs one function—showing a picture of what’s below your boat and a chartplotter is a GPS navigator that displays high-quality marine maps onscreen, the multi-function displays are made to be the hub of a large and comprehensive onboard network.

Often found on bigger boats, you can place one display at the helm and another in the nav station, flybridge or tuna tower, they are now very popular in larger trailer boats.

You’ll usually purchase a separate, remote GPS antenna, black box sounder, and often the cartography of your choice, since maps are often not preloaded.

Do you want to connect more than one display to show data on your network?

NMEA 0183: If you have marine electronics onboard that are older than a couple of years, they are probably networked using the NMEA 0183 standard. In fact, most of the chartplotters, combos and fishfinders on this site communicate using this system.

Problems and complications happen when connecting devices from different manufacturers, of different ages, and when one device in the network fails.

NMEA 0183 has served us reasonably well since, well, 1983, but as devices have become more sophisticated, newer standards have increasingly replaced it.

Simple devices, like a basic fishfinder, still use 0183 as a serial data interface, even if it is not a true network.

NMEA 2000: Most MFD units all provide comprehensive systems built to the newest networking protocol. NMEA 2000 allows plug-and-play connection of any product from any manufacturer, as long as they are all built to the certified specifications. The following video will help you understand how simple it is to construct your own NMEA 2000 network.

CAN Bus Networks: NMEA 2000 is a Controller Area Network (CAN) bus technology, developed for automotive, robotics and industrial control applications.

It uses standardized “trunk” or backbone cables, tee connectors, and branch lines called “drops” or “stubs.” A similar and compatible standard, J1939, was developed by the auto industry, and is being used in new marine diesel engines. They can communicate via NMEA 2000 with an interface adapter, as can many newer Evinrude, Mercury, Suzuki and Yamaha outboards. When connected to the network, some displays show “virtual engine gauges” onscreen.

Ethernet-based Networks: Most of the leading manufacturers have created their own proprietary communication protocols and cables, connecting devices with highspeed Ethernet connectors. These systems have become the standard for sharing large amounts of data from radar imaging, electronic cartography and video cameras.

Usually they’re installed alongside NMEA 2000 networks, which handle systems monitoring and control.

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Is your intended use inland, coastal, International, or some combination of these?

There are two considerations to ponder when asking yourself this question.

Preloaded charts: Most navigation devices, from the most basic Garmin 64 Series Handheld Wilderness Navigators to highend chartplotter/fishfinder combos, include a choice of preloaded maps. Most allow you to add optional maps (usually stored on a small chip such as a MicroSD card). Choose the map option that best covers your boating region, and buy additional maps if you cruise or trailer to distant waterways. You can also upgrade to higher-resolution maps with more detailed charts, and amazing added features, for example, by upgrading your Navionics-compatible chartplotter to Navionics Gold or Platinum PLUS. Finally, just about all of the displays that have “no charts” come with a worldwide basemap with minimal detail.

Transducers: If you’re looking for a fishfinder/ chartplotter combo, consider the selection of a transducer. Anglers who fish in deeper waters and those who prowl shallow inland lakes have many choices of frequency, beam width and beam configuration. Check if the transducer is included with your combo.

Many fishfinder/chartplotters designed for the small boat, inland market include a transom-mount transducer. Bigger network displays usually require you to choose and purchase a transducer separately.

So what’s available from the varying brands?

Plenty! And plenty of new models. With the Northern hemisphere boating season about to get underway, there are new models available from Garmin, Lowrance, Simrad, Humminbird and Raymarine.

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Garmin GPSMAP

GARMIN Garmin has two 12” MFD models available, the GPSMAP 7412xsv (touchscreen) and the new GPSMAP 1222xsv.

For those who prefer a keypad interface, the new GPSMAP 1222xsv features a large, sunlight-readable screen coupled with a keypad interface and new multifunction rotary control knob for simple control of menu navigation and setting control. The unit also offers user-programmable hot keys for one-touch access to favourite features and functions.

Both the 7412xsv and 1222xsv offer built-in 1kW CHIRP sonar (dual channel 1kW CHIRP on 7412xsv), CHIRP ClearVü and CHIRP SideVü scanning sonar, as well as support for Garmin’s Panoptix all-seeing sonar and other premium Garmin sonar modules. Panoptix is Garmin’s all-seeing sonar. Garmin says it gives you the ability to see fish swimming, see your lure, even see fish attack your lure — and see it all live and in real time. The various Panoptix views even show you 3-D images of fish and structure around your boat.

Both come preloaded with a worldwide basemap, with SD card slots to accept Garmin BlueChart g2 Vision HD charts.

Along with adding 3D-views, underwater views and aerial photos, BlueChart g2 Vision HD also adds Garmin Auto Guidance, which eliminates the hassle of entering different waypoints to create a route to your destination. Simply move the cursor on the

map to where you want to go and it will automatically plan the route from your vessel’s current location – avoiding shallow water and other charted obstructions. When networked with a Garmin autopilot, the system will also take you safely to your destination.

Both models also feature builtin Quickdraw Contours software – an easy-to-use tool allowing you to instantly create personalised HD maps with 30cm contours on any body of water.

With built-in Wi-Fi, the BlueChart Mobile and Garmin Helm mobile apps can seamlessly interface with the units, while FUSION-Link-enabled audio systems can also be controlled directly from the MFD, as can Garmin VIRB XE action cameras.

The units are fully network capable for the Garmin Marine Network, which allows sharing of sonar, maps, user data, radar and IP cameras among multiple units. They include NMEA 2000 network connectivity and NMEA 0183 support for autopilots, digital switching, weather, VHF, AIS and other sensors. Built-in ANT wireless connectivity also allows you to directly connect to a Garmin quatix marine watch, Garmin Nautix in-view display, gWind Wireless 2 transducer, GNX Wind marine instrument and wireless remote controls.

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FURUNO Furuno NavNet TZtouch 2 is a componentbased system that utilizes Furuno’s award winning network products. The 12.1-inch WXGA multi touch display utilises raster and vector charts in MapMedia format based on Jeppesen, Navionics and NOAA data. From there, you can add a variety of UHD Radars, from their 4kW Dome to a 25kW Open Array.

As with NavNet TZtouch, you can integrate, display, and control the NavPilot Autopilot, and Furuno’s new FI70 Instrument. Both of these products have displays that match TZtouch2, giving your helm a beautiful all-glass finish. Additional sensors that can be added to the network include AIS, Weather Fax, SiriusXM Satellite Weather, Fusion Marine Stereo, Cameras, as well as NMEA2000 and Furuno CAN bus devices.

Every NavNet TZtouch2 display has a built-in Fishfinder that is dual-frequency (50/200kHz), and has a 600W/1kW power output. With TZtouch2, Furuno has introduced a new, proprietary Fish Finder technology, called RezBoost. RezBoost utilizes Furuno’s digital signal processing protocol to produce fish targets and images that are 4-8 times sharper than a conventional Fish Finder, without

the need to change out your narrowband transducer, or purchase an expensive broadband transducer. With RezBoost, you can now achieve target separation and resolution that was previously limited to Furuno commercial-grade Fish Finders.

It also includes Furuno’s unique Bottom Discrimination and AccuFish modes.

Operation is via very simple edge swipe or tapping the screen to access menus, change displays, activate autopilot control etc. Optional remote controller MCU004 can control two screens.

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The AUTOCHART feature allows users the ability to map aquatic vegetation and changing bottom hardness. This is regarded as the “trifecta” in essential information, since fish relate so specifically to depth, weed lines and transition points in bottom type - for example where a soft bottom meets hard sand or rocky structure.

The HELIX 12 features an updated operating system and allow for gimbal mounting, or in-dash mounting with an optional kit.

International models support 200/50kHz. Optional 50 kHz transducers are available for extreme deep-water use. www.bla.co.nz

AXIOM RealVision is a true all-in-one system with no need for additional black boxes or transducers.

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Traditional fish-finding systems are hugely affected by surface conditions. As the boat moves up and down on the waves, even quite slight seas can make the sea bottom look ‘hilly’ when it is actually dead flat. RealVision’s gyro stabilisation system eliminates those false readings and shows the sea floor exactly as it is. That’s a huge advantage when searching for fish-holding structures.

AXIOM RealVision’s new fourin-one transducer combines CHIRP DownVision, CHIRP SideVision, High Frequency CHIRP and RealVision 3D in a

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Using the powerful quad processing platform and Raymarine’s new LightHouse 3 operating system, the AXIOM RealVision is quick and super-easy to master.

Navigate Safely at Night with the optional FLIR M100 and M200 compact marine thermal cameras; AXIOM is also Quantum CHIRP Radar ready.

Featuring rugged all glass multi-touch displays and sleek and slim bezel-less designs, AXIOM RealVision also comes complete with WiFi connectivity, giving instant access to Raymarine apps, feature updates and on demand weather. There is also an USB port for external drives or remote card readers — and to provide handy charging for smartphones or tablets.

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D L I W S R E T A W Deranged dogtooth tuna and monstrous Maori wrasse are just some of the prey that lurk in the uncharted waters of remote eastern PNG.

By Al McGlashan

I couldn’t believe it – I had been fishing for just a few minutes when a billfish swiped at my popper. Normally this would have been a reason to celebrate, but I was in PNG to hunt more exotic tropical species. Having just experienced an awesome marlin season in NSW, the last thing I wanted was more of them.

The billfish was soon off the hook, leaving us to continue to an isolated little rocky island.

Clad in green jungle, it rose up out of the sea with the current surging angrily against its limestone cliffs. With birds working furiously,

the location screamed fish. Mick Felsovary, of Victoria’s Hooked On Bait and Tackle, wasted little time in firing a popper into the strike zone and promptly got demolished. I cast my lure into the same spot and the response was instantaneous – I got crunched by a solid giant trevally and then doubled it up with an even bigger fish on the next cast. Mick managed the next one, then I topped it off with my first-ever ‘doggie’ – dogtooth tuna – on a popper.

We were in the remote eastern part of PNG, having departed from the province of Milne

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Bay. If there’s something anglers dream about, it’s fishing in waters so remote they haven’t been charted yet and where the fish have never seen a lure. Here are the endless reefs and atolls – it’s the proverbial sportfishing paradise.

However, being so remote, it’s a logistical nightmare and nigh-on impossible to access.

There are no facilities and the most common form of local transport is a dugout canoe. The only way to reach the area in comfort is by mothership – which is what forward-thinking local Jason Yip has done. A successful local

A monster PNG GT takes a lure.

businessman, Jason is a mad-keen angler and has set up what can only be described as PNG’s best live-aboard operation with his business, Sport Fishing PNG & Boat Charters.

THE PERFEC T SE T UP Originally operating in Australia’s Kimberley region, K2O is a 23m alloy catamaran set up as a long-range mothership. I love exploring new ground and Jason’s brief for the trip was simple: find new fishing hotspots around the remote Long Reef region. Our primary targets were dogtooth tuna and giant trevally (GTs) along with monster trout, wrasse and other

pelagic fish.

Before we could start fishing, we met with the local tribal council on Wari Island to seek their permission.

We were greeted by warriors dressed in full head gear and the effort they went to to welcome us was impressive. After the ceremony, we presented gifts of school equipment, medical supplies and food.

With not much detail on any of the navigation charts we quickly discovered that what information there was wasn’t overly accurate. There were channels and bommies everywhere … in fact, Google Earth proved to be more useful than the charts.

The region really is nothing short of

spectacular, with reef edges dropping away into hundreds of metres of crystal-clear water. I spent as much time in the water as on it, swimming with a massive variety of fish from Napoleon wrasse to trevally, as well as heaps of manta rays, but surprisingly few sharks.

Instead of trolling, the aim was primarily to cast poppers and stickbaits and to probe the deep channels with jigs. With no information to fish by, we devoted a lot of time to scouting and exploring as much ground as possible by branching out and covering the area extensively on our four tenders. At the end of each day, we convened on the mothership to compile our information and gradually build a picture of the area.

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average trout weighed 8kg to 10kg and some were almost double that. At one stage Andy Smith, who runs Ebb Tide Adventures in Melbourne, had hooked up a decent red bass when a massive trout decided he wanted the lure, too, and tried to rip it off the bass, resulting in both becoming hooked. A wild place indeed.

I had a similar experience while fishing with the skipper. We had found a patch of fish stacked up so thick that we caught a fish per cast, and then I topped it off with two monster red bass – one on each set of hooks – and doubled up again on the next cast.

HOOKING A HUMPHEAD High on the team’s agenda was the coveted Maori wrasse. Also known as humphead wrasse, they are often exploited by green groups as part of their campaigns to ban fishing in marine parks. Ironically, they have always been perfectly safe with sport

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fishermen, who value the species and nearly always release them.

It seems everyone was eager to catch a humphead except me. Yes, they’re a cool fish, but to me they’re still just a wrasse. Well, they were until my lure vanished in a massive boil. I was fishing with GT guru Jason Jeffery and gun guide Moli when I got clobbered on the edge of a shallow bit of reef. The force of the strike was incredible and I was instantly confused by the weird fight. Somehow, I managed to extract it from the coral and then, when a brilliant green lump of a fish appeared, I was mesmerised. We carefully unhooked it, snapped a few photos, and set it free. Quite a few of these fish were caught on the trip, both on the poppers and jigs, so this is definitely the place to go if this species is on your bucket list.

As the days ticked by we fished hard, exploring new waters and steadily tallying up the numbers. What was really interesting was

K20 and its fleet of tenders. It’s one of PNG’s most well-equipped fishing operations.

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that while the gutters were full of life, there was a noticeable lack of pelagics offshore.

Yellowfin tuna should have been stacked up in the entrances, yet I didn’t see any. But, being so remote with no targeted local fishing, maybe they were just out of season.

Day of the dog While the yellowfin may have been quiet, dogtooth tuna were everywhere. Despite only two of the tenders having fishfinders, we still found doggies at just about every channel entrance and reef point we fished. Drop a jig and it was game on.

Our hottest session occurred midway through a trip just outside a channel mouth.

On the nautical charts, the channel looked nondescript, but the fact that it was actually marked warranted further investigation. Sure enough, we arrived to find a channel with edges that dropped away into a bottomless blue. The current boiled up against the sheer walls, creating eddies. If there was ever a

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Jason Jeffery and Moli show off one of hundreds of jobfish caught on poppers.

Al McGlashan with his personal catch of a lifetime, a Napoleon wrasse.

place for big doggies, this was it.

Sadly, I drew the short straw and was on a boat that didn’t have a fishfinder, so we worked the edge with poppers. I was just in the process of casting my trusty old Roosta when there was a massive commotion from one of the other boats. Looking over, we could see the boys were in all sorts of trouble. Gus Donald was the first to hook up, then, as they tried to drive away from the reef’s edge, Jason Jeffery’s jig got nailed. Mick Felsovary was the only one not hooked up so he tried to get his jig out of the way and got hammered as well. It was a sight to behold as all three were bent over the rails desperately trying to stay attached and not end up in the drink. It was so chaotic that the guys in the nearest boat had to jump on and assist.

In typical doggie style, the fights were brutal but brief. When the smoke cleared, three

monster doggies were on the deck with the biggest two cracking 71kg and 80kg. Jason had snapped his favourite rod but there was no way you could get the smile off his dial.

Soon there were shouts from the other boat as they hooked up as well. It was surreal – here we were in a remote channel that most likely had never been fished, thousands of miles from civilisation, hooking into some of the best doggie fishing ever. That is what I love most about frontier fishing: you certainly work hard, but that’s part of the adventure and when it all comes together, it’s as good as it gets.

On our best day, we fished several spots and scored 16 doggies. We caught more fish than we could eat so we took the leftovers to the locals, who were thrilled – I had the impression that many of them had never seen such big dogtooth tuna.

C U T TING CAST Fishing with heavy braid and hardcore tackle is not easy and whether you’re casting poppers or jigging, gloves are mandatory … as I discovered the hard way.

While making a cast, a loose loop of braid came off the spool oddly and somehow managed to pin the end of my finger. In a split second it sliced through the tip. It was a bit of a mess, but we managed to gaffer tape a bit of it back on.

I can’t emphasise enough the importance of using gloves for this style of fishing. Braid can potentially be deadly and a good set of gloves would have prevented this mishap. If you’re keen on this style of fishing, then get some gloves … otherwise you might end up like me with the nickname ‘9.5’ …

For years, PNG has lacked a proper mothership-type operation to simplify the logistics of fishing remote regions. Few vessels come better equipped than K2O and, with so much country to explore, the team at Sport Fishing PNG has barely even scratched the surface. And it’s not just offshore fishing they’re offering, either – Jason and the guys are also mad-keen on black bass fishing and are exploring rivers that have never been fished.

There are exciting times ahead for anglers who have a strong spirit of adventure and who are keen to wrestle some seriously big fish.

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Ayahausea can cover more than 1500 nautical miles, at a groundswallowing 21.5 knots.

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BOAT REVIEW

Powerplay 56

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Fiji-bound cat cleverly combines innovative custom interior with powerful proven hull shape. Mike Rose checked out this ocean capable powercat.

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BOAT REVIEW

Powerplay 56

A full displacement catamaran, Ayahausea has been for soft riding with little or no pounding and enough buoyancy to avoid hobby-horsing.

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ownsville-based designer James Dewing has been creating innovative, good-looking, ocean-capable catamarans for the past 15 years. In that time, a dozen of his distinctive Powerplay cats have been launched. They range from 12-20 metres and are currently cruising happily in the various waters around Australia, the US and the Caribbean.

Initially built in Australia, where they won a number of export awards, they now take shape in a special OEM factory in Lanhe Town, in the Panyu area of Guangzhou, China.

“This allows us to streamline production and offer fully customised, cost effective interiors with the clients involved at every step along the way,” he says.

James’ latest creation was in Auckland in early October, undergoing sea trials and final commissioning before heading off to its new home in Fiji. Ayahausea (pronounced I-O-Wash Ka) and named after a spiritual vine from the Amazon, is a distinctive-looking Powerplay 56 with triple oval portholes in each hull and pronounced spray chines, picked out in white under the hull’s blue topsides.

A full displacement catamaran, it has been designed, says James, for soft riding with little or no pounding and enough buoyancy to avoid hobby-horsing.

Power is provided by twin 435hp IPS 600s. These give a top speed of 28 knots (lightship) but, more importantly, allow Ayahausea to cruise fully laden at 20 knots in good conditions and at a morethan-respectable 15 knots in two-metre seas.

“Speed and comfort are important parts

of the design,” says James. “Our motto is ‘Further, faster with power to play’.”

With a massive 6500-litre fuel tank, Ayahausea can, in favourable passagemaking conditions, safely cruise to Fiji at 20 knots, with a good reserve, burning 75-80 litres per hour.

DISTINCTIVE INTERIOR Ayahausea’s owner wanted a forwardfacing stateroom, complete with super king bed, on the main level, a somewhat unusual request given that accommodation in catamarans is traditionally placed in the hulls with main deck given over to the saloon, galley and entertainment areas.

James’s “Not a problem” attitude sprung into action. He simply moved the flybridge stairs further aft. He then compensated for the smaller saloon space by opening up the

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aft bulkheads separating the saloon from the upper cockpit area, the latter housing two large settees and barbecue and sink pods. Apart from a centre support, on the line where the galley meets the saloon, the entire aft area can therefore be opened right up, creating a very bright, breezy feel; potentially more so than if the saloon had been traditionally carried all the way forward.

Partly that is due to the décor. Light coloured white oak panelling alongside white Corian bench tops are nicely offset

by Amtico walnut floors and the metal gleam of the appliances. A blue-green splashboard on the port side of the galley and the black induction cooktop inset into the bench provide complementary contrasts.

Befittingly for a boat likely to spend some time passagemaking, the galley is of the

On the mezzanine section of the cockpit is, a long, slightly forwardfacing curved settee.

With the rear bulkhead doors open, the cockpit and saloon transform into one huge space.

sea-going kind: U-shaped and able to be worked in a seaway. That’s not to say it’s Spartan, it’s not. There are twin sinks, a dishwasher, microwave and a large household fridge/freezer.

Thanks, when open, to the complete lack of an aft bulkhead or saloon doors between the saloon and the exterior area, the relatively smallness of the former is not an issue. In reality, it is more of a dinette than a saloon with a L-shaped settee served by an innovative free-standing table.

Timber-topped with stainless steel legs

and impressive grip feet, it is both a firm, stable structure and one that is incredibly light and easy to move if required.

For quiet nights (or perhaps when there is a major sporting event), there is a moderate-sized TV screen, otherwise tastefully concealed behind a roll-top door.

Thanks to this slightly unusual arrangement, the Powerplay 56’s owner has his main deck stateroom. A spacious affair, it features a centrally-positioned, and forward-facing super king bed, an

ensuite, loads of stowage space and a number of opening hatches to complement the air conditioning system. There is also a small, two-person settee to starboard and a long bench seat high up on the port side.

The starboard hull contains a two-berth “kids’ cabin”, with a further two berths in a foc’sle “cubbyhole” and a toilet-shower that serves both the cabins and acts as a day head. The port hull is home to the main guest cabin, complete with queensized island berth; a captain’s cabin, with double berth against the bulkhead; a head/shower serving both; and the ship’s laundry.

LARGE FLYBRIDGE Positioning the flybridge stairs where the middle of the saloon would traditionally be means these arrive at the front of the bridge, the stairwell occupying about twothirds of this space. The arrangement has allowed James to position an aft-facing L-shaped settee on starboard, creating what will no doubt become a favourite viewing spot both underway and at rest.

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clears in inclement weather and there are also opening side windows to complement the air conditioning system on hot, windless days.

Instead of a conventional captain’s chair or two, Ayahausea’s owner has selected a far more sociable three-person bench seat, complete with full width lower back bolster. This arrangement has the advantage of creating another handy stowage area underneath, which in this case is partly occupied by a flybridge fridge.

The bridge is a predominately white affair, offset by the grey of the upholstery and the black fascia on the handsome dash. For a vessel of this size, the dash is a surprisingly uncomplicated affair. This, I suspect, is thanks largely to the clever integration between the Volvo Penta engine controls and the two Raymarine HybridTouch MFDs. The IPS control levers and toggle switch occupy the starboard side of the helm while twin banks of DC rocker switches sit over on port. There is also, as there is throughout the boat, a handy panel containing both a 240v and a USB outlet.

Because modern flybridges obviously double as major entertainment centres, there is plenty of additional seating and lounging areas with a U-shaped settee and table aft to port and free-standing deck chairs on starboard. There is also another stowage module, complete with sink and ideal for use as a wet bar, alongside the helm station.

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there are the twin boarding platforms (the starboard one has the re-boarding ladder).

While the foredeck on any catamaran is always a special place, James has taken this approach to a whole new level. In addition to the lounging nets on either side of the centreline, he has installed a heated Jacuzzi, plumbed for both salt and fresh water. One can easily imagine spending a pleasant evening relaxing in the Jacuzzi before diving off the bow to cool down. The other special bow deck feature is an incredibly light carbon fibre and foam drop-down ladder, designed to provide easy access when grounding bow-on at the beach.

COVERING GROUND “Further, faster with power to play”: it is clear that covering ground quickly, comfortably and efficiently is at the heart of the Powerplay design. As an example, one of Ayahausea’s predecessors travelled the not-inconsiderable distance between the company’s homeport of Townsville and the Queensland capital, at cruising revs, on a single tank of diesel.

Other models regularly fast cruise around the US and Caribbean without needing to constantly pull in and refuel.

DECK LIVING To my mind, one of the most attractive aspects of the Powerplay design is the multitude of separate living areas. On an extended cruise, one can need time away from even our nearest and dearest and James has clearly recognised this and catered for it.

In addition to the saloon and flybridge, there are great spots to either socialise or get away for a bit at both ends of the vessel. Aft, it is on that upper or mezzanine section of the cockpit adjacent to the saloon and galley. Here, a long, slightly forwardfacing curved settee is complemented by a smaller aft-facing one (which cleverly conceals a dive compressor) and flanked by “two pods”. Moulded GRP units with protective pod-like covers, these contain (on port) a hooded gas barbecue and (on starboard) a sink and a docking joystick, the latter also handy if backing up on a gamefish. Behind these is the ship’s 3.6m tender, safely out of the way on its own davits.

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Ayahausea is no exception. As the accompanying table shows, she can cover more than 1500 nautical miles, at a ground-swallowing 21.5 knots, on a single tank — and that is while working the IPS drives at 2800rpm.

Drop back to a more conservative 1600rpm and the catamaran will still be ocean cruising at a very respectable 9.2 knots — and that single tank will last almost 3000 nautical miles.

And that means, for those who like their cruising and passagemaking to be fast, cost-effective, comfortable and on their own terms, a highly customised Powerplay catamaran would have to be a very attractive proposition.

The owners note says it all.

Ayahausea’s owner wanted a forward-facing stateroom, complete with super king bed, on the main level.

The helm station sits immediately aft of the stairwell and commands great 360-degree views.

POWERPLAY 56 Boat Design Name Powerplay 56 Boat Name Ayahausea Year Launched 2016 Designer James Dewing Builder Powerplay LOA 17.3m LOH 17.0m Beam 7.5m Draft 1.2m Displacement (dry 20500 KG Max Speed 28 knots Construction Composite FRP Fuel Capacity 6500 litres Water Capacity 2400 litres Engines Make/HP Volvo IPS 600 Generator Panda 15000i

Watermaker Stella 160 Anchor Winch Muir 3500 Cougar Lighting Hella LED Paint (Topsides) Allexseal Hatches Maxwell MFD Raymarine Twin e128 Hybrid touch screen Sonar Raymarine 1KW Sonar and Downvision Entertainment Sys Fusion AV - 750 Base Price of Boat POA Contact Powerplay Catamarans, James Dewing, Ph +86 1868 0535 201 james@powerplaycatamarans.com.au www.powerplaycatamarans.com

Performance Figures RPM L/h Knots L/Nm Range (NM) 600 2.86 4.5 0.64 10227.27 1000 8.27 6.6 1.25 5187.42 1200 10 7.8 1.28 5070.00 1400 12.6 8.6 1.47 4436.51 1600 20 9.2 2.17 2990.00 1800 32 9.8 3.27 1990.63 2000 42 10.8 3.89 1671.43 2200 54 12.6 4.29 1516.67 2400 65 15 4.33 1500.00 2600 76 18.3 4.15 1565.13 2800 88 21.5 4.29 1588.07 3000 106 23.8 4.45 1459.43 3200 132 26.2 5.04 1290.15 3400 167 28 5.96 1089.82

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HOW BIG ARE THEY REALLY? If a boat is advertised as a 585, does that mean it is 5.85m long or is that the measurement of the hull only?

Manufacturers vary in the way they present their models and while the NZ Marine CPC has strict guidelines for their member’s brand’s, it’s all very much up to the builder to measure as they wish.

We looked at twelve different but similar ‘sized’ fibreglass cabin boats to find out just how much they vary.

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CSB HUNTSMAN SOTALIA

Buying a boat can be a daunting task, especially if you don’t have an allegiance or feeling towards any particular brand. However, if you arm yourself with some basic facts, especially specifications on the boats you are considering, you will be able to make a more informed decision.

The length of a boat is one of the most important factors affecting the boat’s price. Obviously, a 7m boat is going to cost more than a 6m boat of a similar style and fit out, but are you getting an extra 1m in length of useable boat. The represented length as advertised does not always reflect the true size of the boat, so it pays to check. With the advent of integrally moulded bow pulpits and built in swim platforms, there has been a lot of confusion over how a boat length should be properly represented.

Are they part of the hull or not?

We have put together a list of midsize grp cabin boats that between them have overall lengths from 5.70m to 6.23m, but actual hull lengths (sans any overhangs) around 5.50m to 5.80m. But there you go, what is hull length? There are a number of ways in which a boat is measured. Firstly there is the measurement taken along its centre line from the outside of the boat aft to the outside of the boat forward. This measurement includes any attachments such as moulded swim platforms, outboard motors, bowsprits, etc.

This measurement is called the length overall (LOA).

Then there is the length of the hull (LOH), that is the actual moulded hull from the bow (less overhangs) to the rear of the transom. But here too, there is room for interpretation, as to what is part of the hull and what is not. We have both built-in or bolt-on pulpits as well as swim/ boarding platforms, so should they be included? Bolt-ons are certainly additions to the hull and should not be included. However, when it comes to Portofino sterns and boarding platforms if they are a part of the hull mould they probably should be included in the hull length measurement. This is still a bit of a grey area and while the NZ Marine CPC guidelines state that anything on the transom that is a moulded 118 PACIFIC POWERBOAT MARCH / APRIL 2017

part of the hull should be included as the LOA, not everyone agrees.

Some regard the transom as the true aft end of the boat and that the measurement for hull length should be taken from there to the tip of the bow.

It’s therefore not correct to assume the 6m boat you are buying has a true 6m hull, as even taking out the bowsprit, you will conceivably have more than ½ a metre of overhang from the transom. While the overhanging platform is usually still part of the hull and deck mould, it does not accurately reflect the area of the hull that is in the water when

underway, but it is useable space.

It can be very confusing and while manufacturers certainly use the boat length as a marketing tool – “The biggest 6m boat on the market”, all it takes is a tape measure if you really want the facts.

You may also hear the term length of waterline or load waterline (LWL).

This is the length of the boat, parallel to its centerline, at the line where it meets the water. It’s where you see the painted stripe around the hull on a moored boat. However, this isn’t a term used commonly for trailer boats and more applicable to larger launches and cruisers.

As we are looking at a group of trailer boats, the beam is not something that needs a lot of consideration as the limits for towing keep that

MAKE/MODEL

LOA

BEAM

DEADRISE

FUEL

CPC

Bayliner VR5

6.23m

2.55m

20 deg

132 L

No

Buccaneer 565 Classic XL

5.91m

2.30m

23 deg

165 L

Yes

Challenger 595

5.96m

2.30m

18.5 deg

80 L

No

CSB Huntsman Sotalia

5.85m

2.35m

21.5 deg

100 L

No

Fi Glass Lightning

5.80m

2.30m

22 deg

140 L

Yes

Haines Hunter SF 545

5.95m

2.22m

21 deg

135 L

Yes

Raeline 186 OB/SD

5.70m

2.30m

19 deg

100 L

No

Reflex Chianti 585

6.20m

2.28m

20 deg

80 L

No

Tristram 581 Prima M2

6.00m

2.40m

21 deg

145 L

Yes

Seaforce 600

5.95m

2.30m

24 deg

120 L

Yes

Smuggler Sting 570

5.70m

2.24m

21 deg

120 L

Yes

Sea Nymph Ranger 585

5.85m

2.35m

20 deg

85 L

No

generally below 2.5m. You can go up to 3m with permits, but in a boat of 5.5m-6m, they are usually under the 2.5m limit. The beam of our twelve models varies from 2.22m for the Haines Hunter SF545 to 2.55m for the Bayliner VR5, with an average for all models of 2.32m.

INSIDE SPACE Looking at the boat from the outside can give the wrong impression as to actually how big the boat is internally. While each of the boats has their very own style of layout, they are all in fact very similar. There’s a cabin forward with twin berths, a starboard side helm console and a reasonably uncluttered cockpit.

As all the boats are cabin models, it also pays to check out the ratio between the cabin and the cockpit. Boats under 6m are not really designed as overnighters, although plenty of owners still spend a night or two away on their boats. If you are one of those, then make sure the cabin berths (usually two singles with an infill) are around 1.8m to 2m long. Cabin heights vary but as long as there is enough sitting headroom – about 1.1m – 1.2m – for at least two people you should be fine.

If you want a toilet, then a simple Port-A-Potti works fine and can be hidden under one of the squabs. A draw curtain across the bulkhead opening will give you the privacy you need.

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If fishing is your thing, then the cockpit layout is all important and you need to make sure there is plenty of uncluttered space to cast a few rods. Deep toe kicks, rod rack storage either overhead in a rocket launcher or in side trays, bait and catch lockers and a good bait station is all important.

A lot of these things can be added after and if you are going to use the boat for multipurpose, such as towing water toys and family outings, it pays to have removable items so you can change things like the bait board for a ski pole and fish bins for seats.

Seating is another area where the options are variable and most manufacturers are happy to accommodate your needs.

Twin single buckets forward are great if you are a hard-out fisho, but twin back to backs and an aft bench seat are more suited for family boating.

An important measurement to look at is the coaming height. A higher coaming is not only very beneficial when fishing, but is also a good safety feature, particularly when children are on board. While the coaming heights weren’t gigantic, they were adequate for boats of this size. Somewhere around 800mm is a good guide.

When comparing any of the boats listed, it is also important to find out what you are getting for the price. What options are included as standard and what do you need to add to make the rig complete?

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FI GLASS LIGHTNING

Because of the items that some manufacturers offer as standard, some even come with winches and electronics, rocket launchers and toilet - the final RRP for a new boat is quite diverse. These varied from around $NZ48,000 to over $NZ75000 on a single axle unbraked trailer, with a 150hp outboard. So it pays to study just what you are paying for and how much the final rig is going to cost once you have ticked all the options on the list.

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– Further, Faster, with Power to Play The latest 65’ design takes our experience to a new level in luxury and space with multiple arrangement options, Extended length, higher freeboard and wider body lower hulls while maintaining a slender hull efficiency allows for a larger cabin area, wider floors and private en’suites in each cabin. The curvaceous designs for which Powerplay is synonymous are retained and enhanced by striking form, modern ship design and up-to-date systems. It is a real head-turner, always inviting a second and third look.

DB176

POWERPLAY 65 PLAN VIEW

POWERPLAY 56

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HULL SHAPE

A TYPICAL CABIN WITH TWIN BERTHS AND SPACE BENEATH FOR A TOILET.

Deadrise is also something to look at when comparing boats and in our lineup that varied from 18.5 deg for the Challenger 595 to 24 deg for the Seaforce 600. Average deadrise at the transom was just over 20 deg.

The deadrise of the hull, position of the strakes and width of the chines have a lot to do with how a boat rides and handles and every manufacturer has their own ideas. In reality, the difference of only a few degrees in deadrise is hardly noticeable. However, when comparing a shallow vee of say 14 deg as found on a lot of smaller alloy boats to an extra deep vee of 27 deg such as used under the Smuggler Stealth 720, the advantages of the deeper vee in rough water are evident. There can be a noticeable effect on stability at rest, although, in a lot of extreme deep vee boats, this is improved with a flooding keel.

If you get the chance, it always pays to do your boat test in rougher water so you can get a first-hand appreciation of just how the boat runs when the weather’s not so good.

While there is a difference in hull lengths, all twelve boats share a conventional monohedreon (a geometrical figure having any number of planes) style hull with strakes, wide chines and a variable deadrise tapering from the bow to the stern.

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HAINES HUNTER SF 545

NZ$50

AU$80

CHALLENGER 595

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SMUGGLER STING 570

SEAFORCE 600

SUMMARY The boats in this guide are close and not much separates them as far as size goes. There are a couple of imports, including two Kiwi brands now built in China. We have not included things like hull weight or trailerable weight as these will vary depending on engine options and how much gear you have aboard. However, as an estimate, towing weights would be anywhere between 1300 kg and 1500 kg and well below needing a tandem braked trailer. It would still be advisable to add surge brakes to the trailer, which not only adds extra safety when towing but takes you out of that 750kg unbraked tow rating applied to most large vehicles.

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While we have listed a suggested RRP with a 150hp outboard, that price would drop by around $NZ4000 if you went back to an 115hp outboard. Your top end speed would drop by around 8 km/h, but you would still have enough power to tow skiers and you not only have the benefit of saving dollars on the engine purchase, but fuel costs would also reduce.

Choosing one of these boats in favour of the other comes down to personal choice. You may find one model might have a unique feature, which its nearest counterpart doesn’t, and that may just be enough to swing your vote that way. Happy hunting.

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When not entertaining a crowd in the generous cockpit, head offshore to chase the big fish.

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VOYAGE OF THE ENVOY - PART 38

CRUISING THE GREEK AEGEAN SEA Text & photos by Laurie & Diane Cranfield

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In southern Greece with Envoy moored stern-to a causeway linking Monemvasia Island to the mainland village of Yefira, we enjoy exploring the village and its small taverna-lined fishing boat harbour where we find a fresh water tap to replenish our supplies using 25 litre jerrycans carried in our dinghy. We frequently do this rather than mooring Envoy alongside in a harbour or marina to replenish her water tanks.

I need to get an earlier ear infection checked so drop in to visit Yefira’s only doctor. During a free 15 minute consultancy she confirms I’m ok and advises putting drops of pure alcohol in my ears if they get wet while swimming. This causes Diane to chortle merrily and tell the doctor she thinks I’ve generally got enough alcohol in my body without adding more.

CRUISING TO MILOS ISLAND IN THE CENTRAL AEGEAN SEA At Monemvasia we have strong northerlies gusting 30 knots and the breaking seas outside our protected mooring area are over two metres high – not what we want for a 60 mile easterly crossing to Milos Island with no shelter in between. But we see a weather break coming with the wind forecast 14 knots gusting 20, so having removed our stern lines the night before to aid a

speedy departure we leave Monemvasia at 0700. Thirteen hours later we pull into the welcome shelter of Ormos Provatas on the southern side of Milos Island. This is a relatively long trip for us, steering one course the whole way in seas up to one and a half metres breaking on our port beam.

Our Naiad hydraulic stabilisers do their job perfectly, providing a comfortable trip and reducing roll to about 5 degrees, sometimes 10 in the bigger waves.

We’re often surprised how few other boats we encounter and on this trip see only one yacht, one fishing boat and three large cargo ships. We have to change course to avoid one of these ships approaching from starboard and here’s a typical sequence of events when we identify a vessel on a possible collision course: •

I notice a distant vessel on the starboard horizon and use the binoculars to identify it as a tanker.

•

Activating the radar I see it is 12.3 miles away and heading generally towards us.

•

I adjust the radar’s Electronic Bearing Line (EBL) so that it lies over the tanker and do the same with the Variable Range Marker (VRM).

•

The EBL shows the bearing of the tanker from Envoy and if this remains constant we are on a collision course.

If the tanker moves ahead of or behind the EBL by a safe distance no course change is needed.

•

The VRM shows the exact distance from the tanker to us.

•

The tanker is getting closer on a converging course so we turn 30 degrees to starboard enabling the tanker to see our evasive action and pass safely across our bow.

Avoiding this tanker is easy but dealing with several approaching vessels can be stressful, especially at night.

Apart from keeping watch we do hourly checks recording engine temperature, oil

The Mandrakia harbour.

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The tanker crosses Envoy’s bow at a safe distance of 1.8 miles.

Below: The approaching tanker moves ahead of Envoy shown as a blip on the right side of our radar above the EBL.

pressure, battery charging voltage and AC and DC amps being drawn as well as a quick visual inspection of the engine room to detect any unusual smells, leaking hoses, fluids under the engine, suspect vee belts or water in the bilges.

We also use this relatively lengthy cruise to confirm our fuel consumption which works out at just over eight litres per hour running between 1530 and 1640 rpm including three hours of generator use.

MILOS ISLAND Ormos Provata is a great bay providing near perfect shelter from 20 to 30 knot northerly

winds for the next three days. The seas are sufficiently rough that smaller local ferries and day tripper boats are canceled, but the bay is well-protected and people ashore enjoy the sandy beach and nearby tavernas.

Envoy is anchored about 300 metres offshore where the strong wind raises a small chop so we take our RHIB to calmer inshore water for our swims.

When the wind and seas abate we cruise to the northern side of the island noting that the rugged coastline indented with many sea caves has been ravaged by mining. In fact the first settlers came here in Neolithic times (7,000 BC) in search of glass-like obsidian to make axes, knives and adzes.

During the later Bronze Age (about 2,800 to 1,100 BC) Milos became a prosperous centre of Cycladic culture based on minerals.

Milos is a volcanic island and we anchor off its main town, Adhamas, on the shores of a huge bay formed by an eruption in 90,000 BC. Adhamas is stunning with whitewashed buildings on the bustling taverna-lined seafront, some interesting shops and excellent facilities to re-supply.

We take a bus to the summit of some steep hills behind Adhamas where the Chora (hilltop village) offers superb views over the island. Milos is best known for its 4th century BC armless statue of Aphrodite – the Venus di Milo found by a farmer in an olive grove in 1820 and now exhibited in Paris.

With the wind forecast to turn to a rare 20 knot south-westerly (it’s mostly from the

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north) we cruise to shelter on the northern side of Milos island finding a delightful anchorage at Mandrakia. In total contrast to Adhamas this is just a secluded bay with several holiday villas and one atmospheric taverna ashore overlooking a gorgeous small harbour surrounded by rustic holiday homes, mostly built into sea caves. Ashore we enjoy the spectacular view and a cold beer or two.

The southerly change is only for one night and next day it’s back to strong northerlies again, so we cruise about an hour to anchor off Psathi on the island of Nisos Kimolos. We’re the only boat anchored in this interesting, quiet spot with a small hospitable village to explore.

Again we take a bus to visit the hilltop Chora but find it disappointing - maybe we’ve seen a few too many of these.

FOLEGANDROS AND SIKINOS ISLANDS Still heading east we cruise to Karavostasi on the dry, barren island of Folegandros. The uncrowded anchorage is picturesque and we take a wander ashore followed by a cold beer in a quaint beachside taverna – now there’s a familiar story!

The winds from the north have been exceptionally strong for the last few weeks and dictate our daily planning to a great extent. Here in Folegandros it has been sheltered with the wind coming from the north-west but now it moves to direct north and even this small change of direction

Stunning Folegandros harbour.

sends an uncomfortable swell into our confined anchorage causing several boats to depart followed shortly by us as we head for the island of Sikinos. The wind is now gusting 25 knots with the seas much rougher than we expect – two to three metres high, closely spaced and breaking. We’re towing our RHIB and Diane says she has never seen it riding on wavetops that much higher than Envoy before. The stabilisers are finding it hard to cope with the breaking seas exactly beam-on and a few things fall out of their storage positions – something that rarely happens aboard Envoy, so we alter course away from our present direct line to our

destination and take the seas at an angle of about 25 degrees to the beam, noticing an immediate and welcome improvement.

These are not the conditions in which we’d want anything to go wrong or to have nervous guests aboard.

I haven’t put my finger on the reason why, but the seas in the Med are more vicious than one would expect for any given wind strength, a fact confirmed by many cruisers.

We’re glad to reach the lee of Sikinos and anchor off the only shelter the island offers – Skala Sikinos. We’re the only boat here and the small peaceful village is great to wander around, however the anchorage is very small

and close to a ferry turning area. Shortly after midnight I’m awoken by the sound of throbbing engines and a rattling anchor chain and go on deck to be blinded by the beam of a searchlight shining down from the bow of a ferry about 10 metres above me and only 20 metres away. Fortunately these ferry captains know what they’re doing, but it’s a bit nerve-wracking and after the same thing happens soon after daylight when a ferry crew member politely hails down to us that we should re-anchor further from the jetty we decide to move on as space is limited here.

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VOYAGE OF THE ENVOY - PART 38

Huge ferry looms close high above Envoy.

Wind-blown anchorage at Ios Island.

Octopuses hung to dry outside taverna.

Envoy in the Mandrakia anchorage.

Beach cabin built into sea cave.

IOS ISLAND AND THE HOWLING From Sikinos it’s just five miles east to Ios Island, inhabited for thousands of years by Macedonians, Ionians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantine crusaders and Venetians – interspersed with pirates.

We anchor in a large sandy bay called Ormos Milopotamou offering near perfect shelter from the forecast 25-35 knot winds, but find it’s a real tourist mecca with hordes of sun-worshipers decorating the beach, highpowered motor boats towing banana boats around the anchorage and tavernas belting out loud monotonous music - anything but quiet. Ashore we seem like the oldest people here with mostly younger people enjoying what Lonely Planet describes as “packaged Hedonism”. The sports boats travel at high speeds dangerously close to swimmers and other boats as their drivers give friendly waves, but nobody seems to care – it seems here in Greece rules are made to be broken.

Ashore there’s plenty of places to re-stock provisions and there’s a bus service to the hilltop Chora, which is sizable and interesting with the usual narrow cobbled lanes lined with colourful shops, cafes and tavernas. Ios is noted as a nudist mecca but we don’t see any evidence of this.

Below the Chora on the island’s northwestern side is the ferry port, also lined with quaint tavernas and although this harbour has great shelter, yachts are not allowed to anchor here as large ferries need the turning space.

Just one hour’s cruise south is the more remote and quieter bay of Ormos Manganari

where we spend the next few days sitting out the Meltemi (strong northerly wind). The wind is so strong that we see sandstorms on the beach and sheets of spray lifted off the sea. During the worst squalls it’s too dangerous to venture ashore in our RHIB and we see one yacht’s outboard-powered RHIB flip upside down in the strong wind (this is common so never leave an outboard on a small tender in the water during strong winds). Later the yacht’s crew attempt to paddle their dinghy ashore but are unable to make headway and get driven downwind prompting Diane and I to leap into our RHIB and rescue them.

The wind just doesn’t drop, in fact for 20 days out of 22 we have winds well into the 20 knots, gusting into the mid 40s and we’re long over the howling noise the wind generates from about 15 knots upwards.

Envoy has excellent ground tackle so dragging our anchor isn’t an issue, but we have to keep a close watch on other boats, particularly charter yachts anchored close by in case they drag onto us.

ENVOY TECH-TALK Replacing incandescent and halogen lights with LED lights is a topical subject in many boating and technical magazines. Until recently it has been necessary to replace the light fitting to use LED bulbs, but now LED drop-in replacements are available for most types of conventional bulbs. LED lights use less power, last longer and generate less heat, but they are more expensive and their light is not as “warm-looking” as conventional lights (although this situation

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is improving). Incidentally LED bulbs are not rated in watts like conventional bulbs, but in lumens (lm) – a measure of its light produced.

Envoy has mostly halogen lights and we conduct an exercise in replacing a bulb with an LED in a light above our galley sink where the amount of heat generated by the present bulb is excessive. We buy a Chinese-made “Dixplay” brand bulb and it fits the socket with no problem. The cost is 10.80 Euros (about NZ$16) compared with 2.50 Euros (about NZ$4) for a standard bulb. This purchase is made at a chandler so both bulbs would becheaper in a specialist lighting shop. The result is that the light is bright enough, is not excessively bluish and does solve the heat issue – but would we use LEDs generally? No. LEDs are great for an application where power saving is all-important, for example in a boat with no generator or a freedom caravan. But aboard Envoy we generally run the engine for several hours daily as well as the generator for two to three hours (to power the refrigerator) so electrical power and battery charge is not an issue. We also have many spare conventional bulbs aboard so cannot see any advantage in paying the considerable additional cost to move to LEDs. PMB’s next issue sees Envoy cruise south to romantic Santorini, mysterious Crete and its island of the living dead.

Access more detailed and current information from Envoy’s blog: www.envoyinthemed.blogspot.com

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