Tag: cruiser
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Exclusive preview – Meet the new Cranchi E26 matching identity and versatility in 8 meters
It’s a double news actually: on one side, a new model by Cranchi, on the other side, all the values that the boatyard wants to introduce with Cranchi E26. We have seen Cranchi pursuing true innovation with the models launched in the latest years. They have created a new identity, and have made good use…
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Parker Monaco, the last frontier of outboard motors
Parker Monaco is a well-built cruiser, with large outdoor and indoor spaces. The surprise is astern: two mighty Mercury outboards. Outboard motors are widening their range of use, this is a fact. So far though, when it was the case for big boats, they were limited to sporty models. This Parker Monaco is an exception.…
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Four Winns Vista 255: the test of a Mediterranean Yankee
It has American blood but European taste: Four Winns Vista 255 combines the good of both boating philosophies. We tested it. American boats have always featured a renown quality of construction and accuracy of the finishes, frequently as a result of “serial” production that in addition allows to have competitive prices despite transportation costs. Now…
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New in 2019: Beneteau Flyer 10 is fun for eleven people
It will be shown at the Düsseldorf Boot in January: Beneteau Flyer 10 is a fast cruiser with outboard motors for eleven people. It’s versatile, sporty and can accommodate four for the night. Time for another preview from the giant French boatbuilder. The renderings show the new Beneteau Flyer 10 and it’s quite clear how…
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Invictus Yachts at Boot Düsseldorf has two stands for two line-ups
Invictus Yachts attends the German boat show with two separate product ranges. So much so that they have two stands. Meanwhile a new manager joins the Company. The most important nautical show in Northern Europe is on its way, and Invictus Yachts takes there some news that go beyond a new model. The presence of…
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Ranieri International Next 220 SH: 40 knots with the evil sibling
After 370, 290 and 240, here’s Ranieri International Next 220 SH: all the improvements of the new range and a Mercury V6 outboard delivering 200 hp. Ranieri International’s choice of launching the new Sundeck range starting with the largest has proven succesfull. They started with Next 370 SH then went down introducing Next 290 SH…
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New in 2018. Beneteau Antares 6 and 9, Barracuda 9: here’s the three musketeers
Barracuda looks closely at the world of anglers, Antares to that of leisure boaters: what they have in common is the outboard motor. After Barracuda 6 and Barracuda 7, here is Barracuda 9 and Beneteau Antares 6 and 9. A higher level of finishing wants to renew a consolidated tradition in this segment for the…
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New in 2018: Ranieri International Next 290 SH has the same style in less space
After the debut of Next 370 SH here’s the smaller 290. It will be launched during Geona boat how, where it will be also available for sea trials. The could have simply apply the same solutions of Next 370 on a smaller scale, but Ranieri International decided to go further and give this boat a…
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Ranieri International Next 370 SH with Suzuki DF350A: a rough test for a good pair
A new livery and two brand new motors for Ranieri International Next 370 SH. We tested it among big waves with twin Suzuki DF350A. There could be no worse situation to test this boat, which on the other hand promises to grant its future owners dream holidays. The sea is rough and the sky dark,…
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Jeanneau Merry Fisher 1095: should we call it merry cruiser?
The new Jeanneau Merry Fisher 1095 has all the features of the range, but it’s also a good boat for family cruises. We beg your pardon for the pun, but it’s the quickest way to describe the attitude of Jeanneau Merry Fisher 1095. On one hand, the spirit of a fishing boat, more in the…