New CLB88 Motoryacht | Fairline F//Line 33 | MasterCraft X26 - 03/01/21
BoatTEST Newsletter March 1, 2021
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CL Yachts CLB88:
Motoryacht w/Elegant Flying Bridge
On the new CLB88 from CL Yachts, it could be argued that the flying bridge will be the most popular gathering area and there’s ample evidence to back up the assertion. First, it’s huge, taking up nearly half of the yacht’s overall length of 88’11” (27.07 m). Large L-shaped seating to port wraps around a solid wood table and just across is a full bar with five stools. Overhead, there’s a carbon-fiber hardtop. The aft boat deck has a davit for launching and retrieving a tender and, when left open, it has lots of space for deck chairs. But the question remains, how does the flying bridge hold up against the other social zones? Let’s find out. More...
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Fairline F//Line 33:
Sleek Yacht w/Sportboat Handling
When a boat looks like the sporty Fairline F//Line 33, she needs to have certain performance traits that match her sleek appearance. During our tests, the F//Line 33 had handling that belied her muscle-boat looks. Our test captain called her “pure fun” to drive. Turns are sharp and she bleeds off only minimal speed in the tightest arcs. On plane, she runs nearly flat and for a boat that looks fast standing still, that running attitude further enhances her appeal when underway. An owner can choose gas or diesel sterndrives or even outboard power. More...
Editor's Report
Fjord 52 Open:
Luxury Dayboat Sleeps 4
In some ways, the Fjord 52 Open creates a new class of boat. On first impression, she certainly looks like an open day yacht with a large cockpit chock full of lounging options and a spacious foredeck. Belowdecks, she also has two cabins with double berths. She can even be ordered with a tender garage, similar to an express cruiser. One thing is for certain, she’s a luxury boat that’s guaranteed to turn heads. More...
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MasterCraft X26:
Wakesports Boat w/Premium Features
At 26’5” (8.05 m) long, the X26 is the flagship of the MasterCraft fleet in addition to being one of the largest inboard-powered wakesports boats available. She’s also yacht certified, so go ahead and load up all the seats. The private head is one of the most accommodating we’ve seen in class, and her high end features include a refrigerated drawer to keep drinks chilled and flexible heating ducts to keep everyone warm after an early morning surf session. More...
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Echo sounders were one of the original electronics accessories, developed more than 60 years ago. At the time, it was better than a lead line and a great advance in navigation. Today, with the advent of GPS positioning and electronic charts, the sounder is used less, but remains a useful navigation tool that can also serve as a backup to other systems. More...
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