Project: Bayliss 78 B24

Wanchese North Carolina Bayliss Boatworks began the construction for a new fully custom 78-footer this 2017 fall, to be called Blue View, this build is hull number B24. With plans to splash in 2020, B24 is built for current Bayliss owners that like the option to travel, fish and entertain anywhere.  This sportfish yacht will feature a four stateroom, four-and-a-half-head layout, a re-invented master stateroom, walk-in tackle closet, aft teak mezzanine, and a long list of other new features.  Bayliss 78 B24 is to be powered by twin MTU 2600hp with line shaft propulsion.

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Project: Viking 68 Enclosed Bridge

Viking has been the pioneer in the design and development of the enclosed bridge for decades, and the latest example is its new 68 EB.  Captains and owners appreciate being comfortably out of the weather in the climate-controlled command center of the enclosed bridge boats. The wraparound windshield provides excellent visibility in all directions.  Viking enclosed bridges are large enough to hold a luxurious second salon. The enclosed bridge option is a big Viking trademark offered into its sportfishing boats from 62 to 92 feet and the three 75, 82 and 93 motor yachts.  The 68 Enclosed Bridge will follow the introduction of the Viking 68 Convertible, an open bridge model in a Shimmering Blue that will make its world premiere at the Miami Yacht Show on February.  The open and enclosed bridge models of the 68 Convertible share the same four-stateroom, four-head layout. Notice that the crew quarters are discretely located, accessed via a separate set of steps off the companionway. 

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Project: Viking 68 Convertible

Viking continues its dominance of the sportfishing yacht industry with the introduction of the Viking 68 Convertible, a four-stateroom blue-water convertible with unmatched performance, bulletproof construction, luxury interior accommodations, advanced propulsion, and boat-control technologies.  The 68 Convertible is designed and engineered to function equally as well as a tournament-ready offshore runner and a cruising yacht with all the conveniences and technology that you’ve come to expect from Viking.  The optional Seakeeper gyro stabilizer heightens the level of comfort during both fishing and cruising activities. Anglers do battle in a 12 square meters cockpit, while guests can watch from an air-conditioned observation mezzanine.  Running on Viking’s proven hull shape with a 12.1-degree transom dead-rise, this beautiful battle wagon delivers a soft ride in rough seas, with a 35-knot cruising speed and a top end approaching 40 knots. An aggressively raked stem, gently sloping sheer, swept-back black-masked windshield and flying bridge brow present a powerful yet elegant picture.  Official launching date and presentation for the 68 Convertible is for early 2018 for the Miami boat show.

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Project: Bayliss Gameboat 62

Can you ever turn boat building upside down.  Literally speaking no, but Bayliss aims to intrigue its customers, with the new offered on plan Gameboat line.  The Bayliss Gameboat is as usual from the Wanchese North Carolina boat builder a custom build to order sportfish yacht, with the main difference that design specifics are prepared beforehand and presents itself as a raw fully Sportfishing dedicated yacht, geared first to sportfish and to offer luxury amenities later.  Following the launch of the Gameboat 60, Bayliss has followed the first unit with a second 62 model currently in build.  The Bayliss Gameboat 62 compared to the first 60 unit features a more refined interior offering a three cabins plus a tackle room lower deck layout.  Power for the Bayliss Gameboat 62 will be by twin MTU 1925hp. 

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New Model: Bayliss GameBoat 60

The first GameBoat built by Bayliss Boatworks was delivered to her owners in October 2017.  The Bayliss GameBoat concept was created, simply and directly, to chase fish; it is everything you need, and nothing you don’t. The GameBoat is not a charter boat, nor a production boat. As far as construction, fit, and finish, the GameBoat is no different than Bayliss Boatworks other builds. This is a high-quality, custom-built concept with a confined group of layouts for the owner whose main priority is fishing. By design, these boats have a simple interior layout, and include a concentration on rod and tackle storage, fishing efficiency, low maintenance, and speed.  The Bayliss GameBoat number one was named Mama C and is the product of over 30,000 man-hours and nearly 16 months of labor; she will be spending much of her time at southern latitudes, chasing sailfish.  Bayliss GameBoat 60 profile is unique with no front mask or tower; fishing efficiency and low maintenance are her main priorities. Her Matterhorn White hull pairs effortlessly with her custom blue bottom paint and boot stripe. A faux teak toe rail and half round adds pristine detail to the topside.  The flybridge layout draws from the classic center console style, complete with a faux teak helm pod, full electronics and plenty of storage. Bench seating is built-in on both port and starboard sides, in addition to seating forward of the console. Built-in teaser reels nest above the helm in the bridge hardtop.  The cockpit is adequately stocked with custom refrigeration boxes, plenty of tackle storage, and a large ice bin. The teak deck, cover boards, coming and built-in transom fish box complete the functionality of Mama C’s cockpit.  Bayliss GameBoat 60 interior lacks no detail or functionality. Synthetic flooring keeps with the minimalist maintenance program, and is installed throughout the galley and salon. Every cabinet is faced with horizontally laid sawn grain teak veneer. The galley is clad with quart-zite counter-tops, and fully equipped with a Viking microwave, two-burner Wolf induction cook-top, and two Subzero double-drawer refrigerators. Copious amounts of storage throughout the galley and in the dash make for a travel-ready boat.  Down below, her two stateroom/two head (with tackle room) layout ensures plentiful accommodations; each stateroom features two extra-large bunks and a central companionway.  Above each bunk is a custom cabby for electronics storage and charging, while vast tackle storage is built-in under each bunk. In the forward stateroom, the carpet lifts to reveal covert in-deck storage in the machine tunnel, intended for additional provisioning on longer fishing trips.  Both heads, one forward of the galley, and one forward of the forward stateroom, boast quart-zite counter-tops and sturdy, attractive fixtures. The second day head, located just aft of the galley, ensures easy and quick access during a busy fishing day.  A custom-designed tackle room, complete with a reel locker, perfectly fits the fishing storage needs of the GameBoat 60 owners. The neighboring full-size chest freezer ensures a well-stocked fishing program that is equipped to travel. Bayliss GameBoat 60 is a swift mover, with a top speed of 44 knots, and her cruise can range from an easy 32 knots up to 38 knots.  Bayliss GameBoat 60 is also equipped with a Seakeeper 9.

Technical Data:

LOA - 18.28 m (60ft)

Beam - 5.38 m

Draft - 1.37 m

Displacement - 33112 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 5110 l

Water Capacity - 757 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU M96L 1600hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 44 knots max 38 knots fast cruise 32 knots cruise

Construction - Okoume Epoxy resin cold molding in jig for hull, core cell composite super structure

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Project: Hatteras GT59

Hatteras conceives a project for an all-new GT59 with an acute understanding of tournament life in mind, and a launch date for 2018. The design team for this sleek convertible has brought together forty knots of top-end speed, outstanding sea-keeping ability and a top class comfortable ride in its class.  The GT59 comes tournament-ready with integrated rigging and storage bow to stern. It’s also built with a comfortable interior, and a remarkable spacious three stateroom two head arrangement or choice of optional tackle center or third head.  Three different layouts are available for the lower deck, with choices for a third head, or office space, or a tackle room.  Standard power is twin Cats 1600hp engines.

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New Model: Henriques 50 Express Hard Top

Henriques has launched the 50 Express Hard Top model, on its fifteen meter length largest to date platform. This new flagship of the Express Models line up has been designed for the true sport fisherman in mind but also includes luxury accommodations, strong construction, space and style. Alike all Henriques models, the 50 Express Hard Top offers a sizable cockpit area in addition to a molded-in transom door, live well, two large refrigerated fish boxes, boarding steps, tackle prep centers, mezzanine seating, and many other luxuries that contribute to the boating experience. The unique helm area is a pod style design offering Air-Condition, heating, L-shaped seating, three helm chairs and plenty of storage cabinets. The hand-laid fiberglass hardtop is fully enclosed including the entire aft bulkhead a feature that will extend the fishing season to cold and rainy days. The first 50 Express Hard Top is powered with twin Caterpillar 1050hp which achieve a top speed of 37 knots. The engine room is extremely easy to access through the cockpit area and a Seakeeper 9 had been added to this boat to make the ride more enjoyable and less rolling. The interior layout of the 50 Express Hard Top is crafted to maximize total space. In the galley, there is plenty of room for a cook to feel comfortable with a stainless steel drawer-style refrigerator freezer, stove top, microwave, Corian counter-tops, warm wood teak interior, and ample cabinetry with storage space. The salon offers additional L-shaped seating with a nice size teak table, flat screen TV and custom designed décor. Accommodations include a master stateroom with queen bed and a stateroom with upper and lower bunk. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.24 m (50ft)

Beam - 5.02 m

Draft - 1.42 m

Displacement - 22679 kg

Fuel Capacity - 3785 l

Water Capacity - 605 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Cats C18 1050hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 37 knots max

www.henriquesyachts.com

Project: Bayliss 75 B23

Popular these days is the advent of a two-boat fishing program; one for the Atlantic/Caribbean, and one for the Pacific. Bayliss Hull No. 23, at 75, will be part of a two-boat program, and the owner’s second Bayliss hull.  Exterior features include a natural teak cockpit bulkhead, toe rail, transom, and more.  Built for travel to remote destinations, she will be equipped with seven custom stainless refrigerator/freezer boxes, all fabricated by Bayliss Boatworks. The interior layout is designed around a center island galley and a very symmetrical, balanced living space.  Below will be a four double cabins layout.  Systems will include a pair of Tier 3 Northern Lights 30kw generators, a Seakeeper 26, dual 1,000 pound-per-day ice-makers, an FCI watermaker, and much more. Hull 23 will deliver in late summer of 2019 and will be powered by twin 2600hp MTU engines.

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Project: Caison 60

Caison yachts from North Carolina present the project for a new 60 currently in build at its Hampstead, North Carolina facility.  The Caison 60 is a fully custom cold molded in jig method build.  It will feature a three double stateroom layout and is a Sportfish flybridge yacht that offers high-end finishes along with the beautiful flare and functionality of a North Carolina sportfish yacht. With twin Cats at 1700hp the Caison 60 is estimated to reach top speeds of 44 knots.  Build by Bobby Caison, the Caison 60 is the tenth build from the North Carolina builder which is now gaining prominence in this niche market having build nine previous units from 37 to 64 feet.

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Improve-it = Bayliss 64 B20

Bayliss continue to amaze with each new build and having recently splashed a ninety feet super flagship returns to the size which made it popular of around twenty meters length.  Bayliss has launched ten units around this sixty feet size. This just splashed B20 is a sister ship to B10 launched in 2008 for design.  But the similarities stop there since both of the units are fully custom build, no mold but in the jig method, of wood fiberglass and epoxy.  Both B10 and B20 feature a three stateroom interior.  A technical difference comes from the advance in engines.  B20 is powered by twin Man 1800hp versus the Cats 1650hp of B10, giving the newer unit a 42 knots top speed and a fast cruise up to 35 knots.    

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New Model: Roscioli Donzi R58 Sport Cruise

Roscioli Donzi launch the new R-58, Sport Cruiser the latest edition to the Sport Cruiser line. Ensuring the best ocean experience, the hull one of the R-58 Sport Cruiser is equipped with twin 1925hp Caterpillar  engines, which are the largest for the model with projected speeds up to 45 knots. It also features Von Widmann Design underwater exhaust, Seatorque oil bath shaft system and a Seakeeper 16 Gyro-all combined provide top-rated performance and noise reduction.  The Sport Cruiser's interior is remarkably spacious with a three staterooms, and two heads layout.  The open galley saloon layout features Whisper Walls headliner, teak flooring, LED strip lighting throughout, and gold accent wall covering. All cabinetry is custom made by Roscioli, which include quartz counter tops and veneered galley cabinets that create a distinctive design and add symmetry to the rest of the vessel. The helm control station houses leather air ride seating for three people. A custom station located on the Lanai, satisfies the appetite of the savviest of fishermen.  Among the unique features on this custom R58 is the motorized aft salon window and complete wraparound windshield, one of the largest produced in the country. These features combined create an airy atmosphere with an optimal panoramic view. The deck features pop-up cleats, custom rod holders, hydraulic mechanized outriggers and a custom stainless steel handcrafted anchoring system, all of which are designed and engineered for the most meticulous taste.  The R58 Sport Cruiser was sold earlier this year to a local longtime fisherman, who has constructed several boats throughout the last four decades.

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.67 m (58ft)

Beam - 5.38 m

Draft - 1.47 m incl props

Fuel Capacity - 5602 l

Water Capacity - 685 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 10v2000 1600hp, Cats C32A 1925hp

Propulsion - line shaft with Seatorque

Speed - 45 knots max, 32 knots cruise with Cats 1925hp

Project - Robert Roscioli

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Project: Jarrett Bay 67 Sport Yacht Hull #63

Jarrett Bay goes for a nostalgic classic looking sport fish design for this new currently in build hull number 63, for a 67 Sport Yacht.  This Jarrett Bay 67 Sport Yacht will feature a couple firsts for the Carolina custom sportfish boat builder from a traditional trunk cabin design, to an integrated built in part of the hull bathing platform.  Like all Jarrett Bay Hull#63 is to be constructed in the cold molded method of jig wood framing covered with fiberglass and epoxy.   Power will come from twin 1135hp Cat engines.

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Project: Roscioli Donzi R-58 Convertible Sportfish

Roscioli Donzi present the project for a new R-58 Convertible, a new entry level model designed by Robert Roscioli.  The R-58 signifies a new era for Roscioli and will also be available in Sport Cruise and Express variants.  The R-58 is a semi custom build with three lower and different main deck layouts available for choice.  All lower deck plans will offer three double cabins versions with option one offering a midships owners stateroom and an island style galley.  The Roscioli Donzi R-58 Convertible will be powered by twin MTU 1600hp with top speed estimates at forty knots, and fast cruise at 32. 

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New Model: Viking 72 Enclosed Bridge

As usual with Viking above sixty feet in length the New Jersey boat builder presents the Enclosed Bridge version.  Here comes the Viking 72 Enclosed Bridge which in many areas is a mirror for the Open Bridge with the addition of a circular internal staircase which takes you to the enclosed bridge helm, which serves as a second salon with an L-shape sofa, a cocktail table, refrigeration, and an entertainment center. The layout of the Viking 72 offers a main deck with open galley, L-shape sofa, and a C-shaped dinette, while the lower cabin area offers a forward stateroom with crossover berths, bunk guest cabin to port side, owners stateroom at midships, and an aft twin bunk cabin usable also as crew area. The day head which is a striking feature for a yacht measuring 22 meters, let alone a more performance orientated sportfish is standard on both versions.

Technical Data:

LOA - 22.15 m (72.8ft)

Beam - 6.1 m

Draft - 1.75 m

Displacement - 58829 kg wet

Fuel Capacity - 9819 l

Water Capacity - 1408 l

Accommodation - seven berths in three cabins, 1 or two crew in 1 cabin

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1550hp, Cat C32A 1925hp, MTU 2000 V12 M96L 1926hp, V16 M96L 2635hp

Propulsion - line shaft

www.vikingyachts.com

New Model: Viking 72 Convertible

Viking recently launched its new 72 Convertible, heir to the 70 what is was considered by many the reigning champion of blue-water tournament contenders. A strategic merge of speed, performance, fishing prowess, and distinguished luxury, the new Viking 72 Convertible represents the excellence and attention to detail the New Jersey builder is known to bring. The new Viking 72 Convertible offers a three double cabin interior, sleeping seven and room having own private en-suite heads. Engine options start from standard twin 1550hp Man, and go up to twin high performing 2635hp MTU.

Technical Data:

LOA - 22.15 m (72.8ft)

Beam - 6.1 m

Draft - 1.75 m

Displacement - 58829 kg wet

Fuel Capacity - 9819 l

Water Capacity - 1408 l

Accommodation - seven berths in three cabins, 1 or two crew in 1 cabin

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1550hp, Cat C32A 1925hp, MTU 2000 V12 M96L 1926hp, V16 M96L 2635hp

Propulsion - line shaft

www.vikingyachts.com

Project: Spencer Yachts 74 100 Centurion

A household name in custom sportfish boat building, Spencer is nearing close in delivering its hull number one hundred, which is to be a 74 feet.  Building one hundred boats is always a landmark, a lot more so for a custom yacht builder as Spencer, with each build being to order from a client.  With the 74 feet Centurion, Spencer went to social media and a sponsored build by its main suppliers.  Indeed this build has received sponsorship from Westernbranch MTU dealer, Alexseal, Gplink, Seakeeper, Aqualama, Veem, Wildcat, Onan, and Technicold.  Splashing of Centurion should be soon, with the build starting in late 2015 and expected to splash end Summer 2016.

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Project: Viking 72 Convertible

Viking’s peerless sportfishing yachts continues to wave its reign as the New Jersey boat builder introduces the project for a new 72 Convertible set to launch in the mid second half of 2016.  The first version of the 72 to launch will be the standard Open Bridge, which will feature accommodations layouts with four staterooms, all featuring a private head.  The main deck will feature a J-shape sofa in the salon, a U-shape galley with custom granite counter-tops, crown molding on upper cabinetry, and a large walk-in pantry forward.  An option exists for the forward stateroom to feature a queen berth in the forward stateroom, or crossover berths in the forward cabin. Power options are not yet announced but expect top speed in the forty knots region with the large engines.

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Project: Bertram 58

What a better way to return a legend then to bring back modern versions of the models which made it become so. The new Bertram way seems set to go exactly into this direction, decades later.  Designed as the currently in build 35, by World famous deep-V specialist Micheal Peters the new 58 is homage to the eighties 54.  Delivered in over fifty units in a production run over ten years, the 54 is a legend to behold not only for its sales number but also for the sea keeping its Dave Napier designed modified V-shape hull delivered.  To say it short the 54 was Bertram second most important model ever made behind the 31.  It is also a model which championed the fifty plus feet sport-fisherman yacht to new owners. The Bertram 58 is still in infant project stages, what we know so far is that it will have a 40 knots performance, wrap around wind screen with full view, and hull one is expected to launch in late 2017.

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New Model: Viking 52 Open

When Viking started the revamp of the 52 express series, it started with the design of the 52 Open.  Interesting though due to the advantage of the hard top SC and ST sister models, the original 52 Open is the last one to launch, of  a four model series including the Convertible.  None the less the 52 Open, is the most classic looking of the 52's, presenting itself as a pure express with a lot of classic flair going into it.  That large wrap around windscreen, and fore flash deck all say timeless looks.  Like the other 52's express the Open version is more or less identical, down below it will offer a two or three cabins version choice, and the raised helm deck presents itself with a central console, an L-shaped dinette to starboard, and an L-shape wet-bar to port.  Power options start from twin Man 1000 up to 1400hp units.     

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.2 m (53.2ft)
Beam - 5.3 m
Draft - 1.5 m
Displacement - 30390 kg loaded
Fuel Capacity - 4550 l
Water Capacity - 704 l
Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins
Engines - 2 x MAN 8V CRM 1000hp, 1200hp, 12V CRM 1400hp
Propuslion - line shaft
Speed - 40 knots max, 35 knots cruise with MAN 1200hp
Construction - Vacuum bagged Aramid and E-glass hybrid, end grain balsa plus foam core, epoxy and polyester resin blend

www.vikingyachts.com

Project: Jim Smith 60 Walkaround

Jim Smith is currently building a fully custom hull number 31, the 60 Walkaround express model.  The 60 Walkaround is being build in cold molding epoxy, resin and glass-fiber in the more modern Jig method.  Information is a bit sparse on this totally custom build by Jim Smith but the 60 Walkaround surprises for having a huge hard top covered central cockpit, and for adding some cruiser amenities see sun pad on the fore deck. Launching is expected in the early part of 2016.

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