Monte Carlo Yachts MCY 76 Skylounge | Ranger Tugs R-25 | Fountain 43 NX - 02/11/21
BoatTEST Newsletter February 11, 2021
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Monte Carlo Yachts MCY 76 Skylounge:
Premium Yacht w/Additional Social Zone
Monte Carlo Yachts MCY 76 Skylounge
The Monte Carlo Yachts MCY 76 Skylounge has an enclosed flying bridge that not only creates an additional social zone, but it also includes the motoryacht’s helm. There are twin high-backed captain’s chairs and the centrally-positioned helmsman’s seat has controls for the engine displays, the MFDs and the autopilot on the armrests. Forward, the dash has triple multifunction displays. It’s the first yacht of its kind to come from an Italian shipyard and she is impressive. More...
Editor's Report
Ranger Tugs R-25:
Bottom Enhanced to Improve Handling
In the running surface of the Ranger Tugs R-25, the company employs Laminar Flow Interrupters between boat’s strakes. They create a rough surface, similar to the dimples on a golf ball and Ranger says this design wrinkle is intended to improve cornering in turns. Couple this with a reverse chine and variable deadrise and the result is a boat that operates well in a wide spectrum of conditions. And that’s just the outside. Wait until you see the inside. More...
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Fountain 43 NX:
Fast, Luxurious Center Console
Fountain’s 43 NX is the flagship of the manufacturer’s luxury center-console fleet. With her multi-toned, textured upholstery and large chaise lounge on the front of the super-sized console, she isn’t just a fishing boat. She is a luxurious, speedy center console that will appeal to discriminating buyers who want to arrive in comfort and style. Powered by quad Mercury Racing Verado 400Rs, she hit a top speed of 73.4 mph and her twin-stepped bottom keeps her running level. More...
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Sea Ray SDX 270:
Trailerable and Rated for 15 Passengers
The Sea Ray SDX 270 is one of the builder’s largest deck boats at 27’2” (8.28 m) and she can carry an actual boatload of guests. More importantly, Sea Ray was smart to keep her beam at 8’6” (2.59 m), which means she can be towed without a permit. For boaters who like to explore different bodies of water, this is an attractive attribute. From her large swim platform to her spacious bow, all gathering areas are on the same level. More...
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Captain's Report
Imtra Side-Power Stabilizers:
Curved for Efficiency
Side-Power’s Vector Fin stabilizers are curved upward between 36 and 53 degrees compared to traditional straight stabilizer fins. Typically, fins work best on a boat with longer roll periods and the larger the boat, the longer she takes to roll. The curve angle of the Vector Fins, plus a boat’s deadrise, combine to direct the stabilizing force more vertically. IMTRA says this is more effective at preventing roll. But is it really? More...
Boating Tips
Making a Landfall Without Running Aground
With modern electronics like GPS and chartplotters showing the way, making a landfall should be straightforward, but there are still more traditional techniques that can be applied to making the transition from open water to shallow channels and the land. A captain needs to merge the accuracy of the GPS and the charts on which a boat’s position is based to make a clean landfall. More...
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