2013
tenders
The year’s top yachts
World Superyacht Award winners
&toys
Breaking the Mold
Vicem’s Vulcan series
debuts at 151 feet
Size matters, but another
measure of a yacht is the amount
of fun you can have on board.
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There’s really no better way to get a feel
for tenders and toys than getting behind the
wheel. We bring you firsthand accounts of
the craft that are marked with this symbol.
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The WaveJet line of stand-up paddleboards, surfboards and body
boards are driven by the California company’s innovative Power Pod
drive. This patented modular, clean energy power system utilizes
lithium-ion batteries to provide 20 pounds of thrust and speeds of up
to six knots. Riders can recharge the battery with a wrist controller
utilizing “Seatooth” technology to draw power from any conventional
electrical outlet. The drive also has an electronic switch that cuts the
power if the driver falls off. Fun for beginning and experienced surfers
and paddlers alike, WaveJets make great yacht toys. Complete
systems are priced from $4,395 to $4,845, or you can add a Power
Pod to a WaveJet-ready board for $800 to $1,450. www.wavejet.com
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Gibbs Quadski
LOA: 10' 6" (3.2M)
DRAFT: 1' 2" (0.35m)
WEIGHT (DRY): 1,180 LBS
POWER: 1 X BMW MOTORRAD K1300
SPEED (MAX): 39 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 1
PRICE: $40,000
Off-Road Ranger
Two high-adrenaline vehicles in one, the new Quadski from Gibbs Sports Amphibians is the first
all-terrain vehicle (ATV) that converts to a personal watercraft (PWC). What’s more, the Quadski
tops out at 45 miles per hour both on land and at sea.
“There’s no competition that we’re aware of,” says Gibbs Chairman Neil Jenkins. “There’s nothing
that can do high speed on land and high speed in the water.”
Gibbs spent 15 years and millions of dollars developing the Quadski, now in production in Auburn
Hills, Michigan. The vehicle’s raison d’être is simple: “You don’t have to stop at the water if you’re
on an adventure,” Jenkins says.
As we discovered on the company’s off-road test track in Florida, the adventure begins when
you don a helmet and squeeze the Quadski’s throttle. It’s easy to drive on land; you simply
press a yellow button to move up through the five forward gears. Steering is similar to driving
an ATV, but Quadski’s ride was much smoother as we ran through tight S-turns, up steep dirt
hills and over a bumpy “rock garden.”
For me, however, the real thrill came when transitioning from land to water. I drove down a sand
ramp into a canal, waited until the Quadski’s composite hull began to float, then braked and pushed
the “Wheels Up” button. It took less than four seconds for the high-tech retracting suspension to
pull the wheels up into the hull. When I throttled up, the Quadski’s patented lightweight water jet
engaged, pushing it smoothly onto plane. It was the most stable PWC I’ve ever ridden, thanks to its
wide beam, yet I could still crank it into tight turns and spins.
The Quadski is classed as an off-road vehicle, but Jenkins says that a version that’s street-legal
in Europe should be available by the end of the year. www.gibbssports.com – Louisa Beckett
Ultra-Stable SUP
Borrowing a concept from ancient Polynesian paddlers, H2O Entertainment offers a customizable outrigger system that gives any Stand-Up
Paddleboard (SUP) added stability. Not only does the SideKick help
paddlers balance on their boards, but it also lets them transport other
sports equipment, such as diving, camping or fishing gear. “Scuba divers
can now leave the tank on the SUP and use a Hookah line to
descend underwater,” says company founder Lee F. Hudson.
“Fishermen now have no fear of being flipped over by
passing boat waves or being dragged far offshore
when hooked on larger fish.” SideKick outriggers
start at $599, plus shipping and handling.
www.h20entertain.com
Compact and Clever
Stepping Up
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Airship RIBS 330
LOA: 33' (10.05M)
DRAFT: 1' 11" (0.58M)
WEIGHT: 4,800 LBS
POWER: 2 X 300 Mercury
Verado Outboards
SPEED (MAX): 65 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 12
PRICE (BASE): $172,055
U.S. builder Airship RIBS offers a line of sporty rigid-bottom inflatables ranging from 28 to 33 feet. They combine high performance with easy maintenance and improved fuel economy. Airship’s top-of-the-line model is the new 330. It features an open
design with a center console that holds a portable toilet for passenger convenience. This big RIB is designed for fishing, diving or
simply cruising from one point to the next. It also makes a spacious tender with seating for a dozen guests. The hull and deck
are vacuum-infused with vinylester resin and moisture-resistant DIAB foam coring for light weight, strength and durability. The
hull is also stepped for enhanced performance. www.airshipribs.com
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Small enough to fit into a tight tender bay or be carried on a swim step, the new 11 XP Jet from U.S. builder Mirage Tender still has ample
stowage for docklines, life jackets and what-have-yous. Featuring a durable collared fender system, it can ferry four passengers from
yacht to shore in comfort. The standard Yamaha water jet package includes a security feature that allows the owner to limit power or
disable the ignition by remote control. The 11 XP is offered with a wide array of options, including custom hull and collar colors. Larger
Mirage Tender models are in the works. www.miragetender.com
Mirage Tender
11 XP Jet
LOA: 10' 4" (3.15M)
DRAFT: 0' 7" (0.17M)
WEIGHT: 720 LBS
POWER: 1 X 110-HP Yamaha
Four Stroke/Water Jet
SPEED (MAX): 34.75 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 5
PRICE (BASE): $34,900
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Tender Diving
At first glance, the Belzona 325 catches the eye. The high-performance center console offers unobstructed views from the helm, a
reverse raked windshield and an open convertible layout that allows
for walk-around capability in its 10-foot eight-inch beam. But it was
only when I stepped aboard for a sea trial that I found the 325’s real
standout feature: Belzona’s patented sliding doors to port and
starboard. From amidships, the sides of the 325 slide back 40 inches
towards the stern, allowing for easy boarding and maneuvering of
diving equipment and of course, bringing in that prize-winning catch.
Each of the doors has an integrated pullout dive-style ladder built
into the hull’s sides for easy boarding from the water.
While sitting at the helm I was able to fully enjoy 360-degree
views thanks to a new style composite support system for the
hardtop; no metal piping blocks the view forward or aft from the
helm. Another element of note is that the Garmin equipment is
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Getting in and out of a RIB can be more and more challenging the older one
gets. Enter Chapman. Taking the Chapman Transition tender out for a test spin
involved a pit stop; we pulled up to the beach to try out its “wow” factor, the
hydraulically operated bow ramp. With a flip of the switch, the bow smoothly
lowers, allowing easy beach landings. While initially conceived to ease use for
older passengers, the bow ramp makes the tender equally handy for superyacht
crew to unload beach barbecue gear and for scuba divers to get in and out of
the water with bulky gear on. It even makes the tender wheelchair-friendly. The
custom-built tenders are available in 22-, 25- and 28-foot versions. With myriad
options, including stern drive or outboard power packages and center console
configurations available, no two are exactly alike. As for the typical test, the
Chapman rides well on its deep-V hull coupled with RIB body and turns on a
dime. www.chapmantransition.com – RISA MERL
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Noted New York designer Stuart Parr designed the Parrluxe Sea Cabana to provide a way to sunbathe at water level
near the mothership in comfort and privacy. Available in sizes ranging from nine to 50 feet, Sea Cabanas incorporate a
durable Hypalon tube and stainless-steel canopy structure. The mattress is also made of Hypalon, wrapped in plush
terrycloth. A variety of options are available, including a jellyfish net-protected “sea pool” and teak decking. Depending
on the size of the Sea Cabana and the pump used, it can take just a few minutes to inflate and deflate. Pricing runs
from $20,000 to more than $150,000. www.parrluxe.com
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LOA: 21' 11" (6.68m)
Draft: 1' 7" (0.48m)
Weight: 1.8 tons
Power: 1 x 230-hp
Volvo Penta D3
Speed: 41 knots
Passenger capacity: 10
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Chris-Craft Carina
LOA: 21' 2" (6.46M)
DRAFT (DRIVE UP): 1' 5" (0.43M)
WEIGHT (DRY): 2,913 LBS
Power: 1 X 256-HP MERCURY 5.0L
MPI/ALPHA
SPEED (MAX): 46 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 7
PRICE (AS TESTED): $81,456
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Pirelli Pzero
1100 Open
LOA: 37' 4" (11.37M)
DRAFT: 2' 4" (0.8M)
POWER: 2 X UP TO 350-HP
OUTBOARDS
SPEED (MAX): 43+ KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 14
PRICE (w/o power):
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“Rubber” Racer
The latest incarnation of the high-style Pirelli
Pzero 1100 RIB is a twin-outboard version that
tops out at over 50 miles per hour. Beneath
its ingenious carbon-fiber hardtop, created
by Ocke Mannerfelt Design, the 1100 Open
features a console with digital control panel.
Full-length sunpads let two guests catch rays
aft, while additional sun-worshippers are
accommodated in the convertible bow cockpit.
Two refrigerators keep chilled champagne
at hand. A variety of options are available,
including custom color choices for the
water-repellent upholstery. The Pirelli Pzero
range is the result of a licensing agreement
between the global tire manufacturer and
Technorib. Denison Yacht Sales is the U.S.
distributor. www.denisonyachtsales.com;
www.pirellipzero.com
Every inch of the new Chris-Craft Carina evokes retro
elegance, from the burgee on the bow to the ensign that flies
from its tumblehome transom. In between are dozens of fine
details, such as the radiused taffrail, stainless-steel engine
vents and custom mahogany wheel that belie this boat’s
production origins.
The Carina’s topsides are painted rather than constructed
with colored gel-coat. A new fabric called Silvertex vinyl
gives the upholstered seating in the bow and stern cockpits
a rich, textured feel.
Hull 101, which we “lake-trialed” on a very windy day in
Florida’s historic Mount Dora, was outfitted with just about
every option available, including the Heritage Trim Edition
Teak package, which made its retro look complete. But the
boat turned in a thoroughly modern performance, rising
smoothly onto plane without noticeable bow-rise and topping
out at around 46 knots even with the wind on its bow. On tight
turns, the Carina obeyed the wheel without hesitation or
cavitation. The windshield was raked at the perfect angle to
shield the driver from the breeze, and, to our surprise, the
boat stayed bone-dry throughout the entire test.
Interior appointments include a pop-up stainless steel ski
pylon and a ski stowage locker in the teak cockpit sole. The
rear sunpad hides an engine hatch that opens smoothly on
stainless steel gas shocks. The boat is offered with a wide
range of single Mercury and Volvo engines, including a
200-hp diesel.
The hull comes in a variety of colors, including Ivory Crème,
Seafoam Green and Palm Beach Yellow. For owners who want
their tender to match the mother yacht, Chris-Craft offers
custom colors as well.
“If you bring us any [Pantone] color number, we can match it,”
says Kirsten Pedersen, marketing manager.
www.chriscraft.com – Louisa Beckett
stacked one atop the other so all the components are on the same
line of sight. Stacking the equipment also left room for a sliding
entry door into the head compartment below, which offers enough
space for a vanity and mirror with natural light filtering through
two portholes.
Fold-away forward and aft seating allows for easy maneuvering
around the cockpit while fighting fish and keeping dive equipment out
of the way. The leaning post aft of the helm includes a refrigerator
and freezer, tackle-stowage drawers and four rocket launchers.
As for performance, the 325 comes standard with twin 250-hp
Mercury Verado engines, but the builder offers other power options as
requested. For outfitting, the customer may pick and choose everything from head accessories to transom livewell configurations from
Belzona’s Miami Lakes, Florida, showroom. www.belzonamarine.com
–Danielle Aragon Cabrera
Belzona 325
LOA: 32' 6" (9.91M)
Draft: 2' (0.61m)
Weight: 11,300 lbs
Power (standard):
2 x 250-hp Mercury Verado
Speed (max/cruise):
38/47 knots
Price (standard): $225,000
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Jet Plane
Aeronautics inspired the design of the
45 SC, the product of Dutch builder
Ribbon Yachts’ collaboration with the
naval architects at Vripack. The boat’s
angles are sculpted, its layout is highly
functional, and its cockpit and interior
spaces are exceptionally clean and
uncluttered. Carbon-fiber Recaro seats
give the driver and two passengers
high-tech support while underway at
speeds of more than 40 knots. A vector
stick-control system makes it easy to
maneuver the twin water jets. Vripack
and Conyplex engineered the 45 SC’s
vacuum-injected composite construction
to give it a light, stiff hull and maximize
performance. www.ribbonyachts.nl
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LOA: 45' 2" (13.79M)
DRAFT: 2' 4" (0.73M)
DISP.: 28,660 LBS
POWER: 2 X 600-HP Cummins
QSC/Rolls-Royce Kamewa
water jets
SPEED (MAX): 43 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 12
PRICE: €600,000
EYOS Windy SR 26 Tender
LOA: 26' 7" (8.1M)
WEIGHT: 4,299 LBS
POWER: 1 X 260-HP 6BY2 Yanmar Diesel
SPEED (MAX): 44 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 9
PRICE: €185,000
Eye for Design
EYOS Tenders and Windy Special Projects have teamed up to introduce the new Windy SR 26
Tender. Designed by EYOS, the watercraft was styled by Eidsgaard Design and built by Windy
Scandinavia. It features a deep-V monohedron hull with PVC foam sandwich construction in both
the hull and deck. The sharp-looking SR 26 has a long list of standard features, including teak deck,
electric anchor winch, onboard shower, Nomen cleats and lollipop boarding poles. The console
stands not quite five feet high when folded, making it easy to store. When open, its dials and large
plotter touchscreen are easy to read. www.windy.no
On the Right Track
French builder Iguana Yachts recently added the Iguana 24 to its line
of amphibious craft. It is quite fun to leave a black-topped parking lot
and drive down a boat ramp under the incredulous eyes of fishermen
who think they’ve seen everything. Rubber tracks move the craft on
land at a stately 4.4-mile speed, but enter the water and this hull
with a fine entry and deep V becomes alive with an exhilarating and
dry ride at speeds of up to 40 knots. After retracting the tracks,
which fold neatly alongside at the push of a button, our captain
directed our craft to a sandy embankment. The climb wasn’t effortless as the slope was steep and the sand soft, but our boat (a
prototype) finally came atop a beautiful stretch of beach, offering us
ocean views from our elevated viewpoint. The craft’s flexibility makes
it particularly attractive for owners of waterfront estates.
www.iguanayachts.com – CECILE GAUERT
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iguana 24
LOA: 23' (7M)
DRAFT (TRACKS FOLDED):
1' 6" (0.45M)
WEIGHT: 4,630 LBS
POWER: 250-HP OUTBOARD
SPEED (MAX): 38 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 8
PRICE: UPON REQUEST
Boston Whaler 230
Vantage
LOA: 23' 2" (7.06M)
DRAFT: 1' 5" (0.43M)
WEIGHT (DRY): 3,900 LBS
POWER: 1 X 225-HP Mercury
Four-Stroke Verado
speed (max): 36.8 knots
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 10
PRICE (BASE): $92,537
Unsinkable Fun
The new dual-console 230 Vantage from “unsinkable” U.S. builder Boston Whaler offers a nice mix of
power, safety and comfort. Winner of a 2013 NMMA
Innovation Award, the 230 features a convertible
bow seating/sunbathing area, helm bucket seat,
adjustable back-to-front passenger lounger and
fold-out rear seat. Anglers will appreciate the
cockpit utility station with sink, cutting board and
36-quart cooler. The optional fishing package adds
a 14-gallon livewell, transom-mounted rod holders
and raw-water washdown. This versatile craft
is available with a watersports tower as well.
Outboard options from 225 to 300 horsepower
deliver all the power needed to tow a skier or
wakeboarder. Whaler also offers a 27-foot Vantage.
www.bostonwhaler.com
All-Access Pass
Novurania has been in the tender business longer than most builders, so its designers know what it takes to ease guest transport to and from
the mother yacht. The 2013 Chase 19 has a Protex foam collar that protects both vessels. A side entry door and broad swim platform ease
entry and exit—both have sockets for removable stainless handrails. Teak decking and marine leather upholstery give the spacious seating
area a handsome look. A refrigerator drawer and an entertainment system with Bluetooth capability keep passengers happy. Novurania
recently purchased the assets of well-known U.S. tender builder Nautica. Look for more models from both brands in the months to come.
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Novurania Chase 19
LOA: 19' (5.8M)
DRAFT: 1' 6" (0.45M)
DISP.: 3,500 LBS
POWER: 1 x 220-HP Volvo D3/DP
SPEED (MAX): 34.75 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 10
PRICE: $190,000
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Williams Dieseljet 445
LOA: 14' 11" (4.54M)
DRAFT: 3' 9" (1.14M)
WEIGHT: 1,752 LBS
POWER: 1 X 110-HP Yanmar 4JH4 diesel/
Williams jet pump
SPEED (MAX): 35 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 7
PRICE: UPON REQUEST
Kavalk 25 SportRunner
LOA: 25' (7.5m)
DRAFT (KEEL): 1' 9" (0.5M)
WEIGHT (DRY): 4,150 LBS
POWER: 1 X 300-HP V8 STERNDRIVE
SPEED (MAX): 54 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 6-8
PRICE (BASE): $107,500
Single Fuel Source
Canadian Classic
U.K. builder Williams Performance Tenders recently introduced the smallest model in its Dieseljet range:
the new 445. Designed to fit in a compact superyacht tender bay, it nevertheless has a passenger capacity
of up to seven adults. This rugged RIB’s Hypalon tube adds buoyancy for boarding and disembarking, while
its composite hull is engineered to provide a smooth ride. The power package, a 110-hp Yanmar turbo
diesel coupled to Williams’ own high-torque jet pump, gives owners a single fuel source for both tender
and yacht. The new Dieseljet 445 joins the 505 and 565, which already are in production; the larger 625
is due to launch this year. www.williamsjettenders.com
Scandinavian Flier
Delta Powerboats’ 26 Open is a joint effort between
the Swedish builder and designer Ted Mannerfelt, a
former offshore racing world champion. Their goal
was to mix modern design with classic styling,
including a straight bow inspired by 1930s-era
yachts. The result is a unique combination of open
runabout and walkaround cruiser encompassing a
teak-trimmed day cabin. Standard features include
carbon fiber-reinforced stringers and a hand-laid
teak deck. There is also a CD player with Bluetooth
streaming and radio, Raymarine C7 plotter, transom
shower and bowthruster for easy docking. Upgraded
Volvo Penta 5.7 GXI/DPS power is available, providing
a 47-knot top speed. www.deltapowerboats.se
Kazulin Boats of Ontario, Canada, offers three versions of the 2013 Kavalk 25 SportRunner, its
sleek runabout/tender. The original SportRunner model is all composite; the Vamp adds teak and
the BelMaris is decked in African mahogany with 22 coats of varnish. Owners can select from a
wide range of hull colors, cockpit layouts and upholstery on these semi-custom boats. Available V8
gas sterndrive packages range from 300 to 425 horsepower, providing top speeds of up to 70 miles
per hour. The 25 SportRunner features a wide swim step, transom sunpad, spacious cockpit and
cuddy cabin. Its curved custom windshield has a particularly sweet design. www.kazulinboats.com
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Delta 26 Open
LOA: 26' 7" (8.1M)
DRAFT: 2' 11" (0.9M)
DISP.: 4,400 LBS
POWER: 1 X 220-HP Volvo
Penta D3/DPS
SPEED (MAX): 40 knots
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 6
PRICE: €132,857
Ultimate Refit
Several years ago, Roger O’Neill hit
on a unique concept: Why not buy an
old Bertram 28—a popular model
back in the ’70s and ’80s—and
convert it into a custom cruiser with
gleaming wood trim and a seaworthy
fiberglass hull? The idea clearly
caught on, as there are now 17
O’Neill Craft Classic Cruisers in
existence. O’Neill completely refits
each Bertram he acquires in his
Florida yard, replacing everything
right down to the stringers, then
customizes it for its new owner
with a choice of layout, woods, soft
goods and even a personalized logo.
“They get involved,” he says of his
customers. “Basically, they build
their own boat.” Email: ONeillCraft@
gmail.com
The latest launches from Maine shipyard Hodgdon
Custom Tenders, hulls 415 and 416, were designed
by Andrew Winch Designs for a superyacht owner who
requested a matched Limousine and Open Tender set.
The Limo Tender is characterized by beautifully
executed teak, from its compound-curve transom to
the raised-panel joinery in its interior. Luxurious leather
seating and separate head and sink compartments
enhance passenger comfort. The moonroof and the
aft glass bulkhead both retract electrically, and
the whole roof rises to ease passenger access
and egress. The Open Tender, which features a
retractable bow ramp, is sportier but equally
innovative. www.hodgdonyachts.com;
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Hodgdon 8.5M Limousine Tender
LOA: 27' 11" (8.58M)
DRAFT (DRIVE UP): 1' 8" (0.5M)
DISP. (half load): 10,120 lbs
POWER: 1 X 400-HP VOLVO D-6 duoprop outDRIVE
SPEED (MAX): 38 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 8 GUESTS, 2 CREW
PRICE: UPON REQUEST
PHOTO BY ONNE VAN DER WAL (HODGDON)
Sophisticated Lady
O’Neill Craft 28ft
Classic Cruiser
LOA: 28' (8.5M)
DRAFT: 2' 7" (0.8M)
WEIGHT: 8,000 LBS
POWER: 2 x Crusader 350
SPEED (MAX): 34.75 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 14
PRICE: $252,300
Sport Authority
The new Sea Ray 21 is more than just a jet boat. This spacious U.S.-built
runabout offers seating for up to 10 people. Well-placed stainless-steel
grab handles provide support when the Sea Ray’s twin German-built
Weber turbocharged four-stroke engines top out at 40-plus knots.
Embarking and disembarking are easy thanks to the walk-through
transom; a bow ladder is also available. Add the optional watersports
tower and the 21 Jet is transformed into a sporty ski boat. There is
ample ski and wakeboard storage, and the rear-facing transom seats
are perfect for gearing up. A standard Sony stereo with CD player and
MP3 port provide the soundtrack for watersports adventures.
www.searay.com
Sea Ray 21 Jet
LOA: 21' 6" (6.55M)
DRAFT: 1' 9" (0.53M)
WEIGHT (DRY): 2,883 LBS
POWER: 2 X 120-HP 850 TC
Weber Jet
SPEED (MAX): 41.7 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 10
PRICE (BASE): $35,285
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Colombo 32 Super Indios Tender
LOA: 31' 10" (9.71M)
DRAFT: 2' (0.6M)
WEIGHT: 12,125 LBS
POWER: 2 X Volvo Penta FROM 220 HP-270 HP
SPEED (MAX): 40+ KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 12
PRICE: UPON REQUEST
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Smooth Mover
The first hull of this sleek series, designed by Nuvolari Lenard, is tender to the 289-foot
Lürssen Quattroelle. The Italian-built Colombo 32 is purpose-built to transport a dozen
guests in stylish comfort. Both bow and stern cockpits feature wraparound settees shaded
by Bimini tops. Retractable steps and well-placed handrails facilitate embarking and
disembarking. The gunwales are lined with storage compartments so life jackets
and foul weather gear can be neatly stowed, leaving the teak deck uncluttered. The
well- equipped helm console folds down to reduce the boat’s height for storage. Custom
seating as well as gas and diesel-power options are available. www.colomboboats.it
A Higher Calling
Just when we thought we’d seen every yacht toy imaginable,
Italian design firm Green Yachts has introduced the Inflatable
Climbing Wall. Created to provide yachts with “a real outdoor
gym,” the wall has three routes designed by professional rock
climbers, designated by different colors to indicate their level of
difficulty. Succeed or fail, every climb ends in a refreshing plunge
into the sea. The Climbing Wall comes in a standard size of 16.5
by 10 feet, attaching to the yacht at 14 points, but custom sizes,
colors and routes are all available. U.K. distributor Eco Yacht Toys
offers the Climbing Wall starting at €14,495+VAT.
www.ecoyachttoys.com; www.greenyachts.it
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High-Tech Jet
The U.S.-built Carbon Craft 110T yacht tender
combines contemporary styling with the
high-tech construction that its name implies. Its
100-percent carbon-fiber hull is surrounded by a
closed-cell foam collar for protection and added
good looks. A teak swim platform folds out of
the transom; a hydraulic bow passerelle also is
available. Clever gunwale hatches in the cockpit
hold folded beach chairs. The 110T’s Weber
Turbo Jet provides plenty of power to tow a skier
or water toys, making the Carbon Craft 110
more than a simple people-mover. The sleek
optional hardtop and standard windscreen fold
down for storage. www.carboncraftboats.com
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Carbon Craft 110T
LOA: 11' 8" (3.55M)
DRAFT: 0' 9" (0.23M)
WEIGHT: 950 LBS
POWER: 1 X 104-HP Weber Turbo Jet
SPEED (MAX): 35 KNOTS
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 5
PRICE (BASE): $79,000
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