With an emphasis on transoceanic capability and long range fuel economy, join us for a redeux review as we reflect on the journey of "Dauntless", the 1st Sea Spirit 60’ delivered, now in its 2nd year of service and some 2000 hours later.



Dauntless presents an opportunity to see how well this trawler has traveled. The durability and seaworthiness of the Sea Spirit Passagemaker is evidenced by the seafaring tales recounted by Dauntless’s new owner… [Read More]

On Monday, January 18th 2010, video footage of the sunk Bertram 630 "Absolutely" will go live. You MUST be a registered member of YachtForums to view this. It is 'Absolutely' a MUST see video.



Senior members of YachtForums have already viewed the video. To follow the discussion... [Click Here]

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Affinity’s new 90’ sportfish brings a fresh page to big-time tournaments, signifying like many other advances: it’s time for a revolution. Sleek and stylish, she struts with an upper-class credence, outmaneuvering her competition by persuading significant others she fits perfectly into the equation.



The Affinity 90’ is the initial launch in a series of sportfish yachts that promise a new, exciting succession of ultra-luxurious, tournament boats on a superyacht scale. For adventurers eager to snatch up the gauntlet, Affinity's gloves are off. Get ready for a game changer… [Read More]

YachtForums Exclusive:

Images of the Sunk Bertram Sportfish "Absolutely"



To find out WHY this bird is swimming, follow this link…

Bottom Seeking Bertram

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Odessa, the latest superyacht in Christensen’s outstanding Custom Series, looms up as a luxurious, thoroughly intriguing overture, certain to become a classic. She is a genuine innovative triumph that glistens with captivating drama and many Christensen ‘firsts’.



With a growing number of "A-list" owners, as well as world-renown yachtsmen, Christensen is fast becoming the choice for knowledgeable people who want a proven platform and the finest workmanship. Come aboard for a full YF review and explore Odessa’s unique inner sanctum… [Read More]

An epic adventure awaits with yachting’s latest super-hero, Heesen’s 50-meter “Man of Steel”, playing tribute to real life men of vision and business acumen; mortal men with real means and metal, taking on today’s titans of industry.



This is no make-believe comic book superman caroming off the big screen. This handsome, aerodynamic hunk is for real. It’s a traffic-stopping, steel-hulled specimen crowning Heesen’s art of yacht design. For an X-ray look at yachting's Superman, seen through the eyes of YF's villainous writers… [Read More]

Crescent Yachts is nearing completion of its newest and largest launch to date, an all-composite 144' tri-deck superyacht designed by Jonathan Quinn Barnett. It is scheduled for completion in the first half of 2010.



The new Crescent 144' is set to become the crowning achievement of 85 previous launches between Crescent and Queenship, sister companies under the WorldSpan Marine fold. For a full feature look at this future splash… [Click Here]

True to her fascinating name, Lurssen’s 257’ “Madsummer” is conceptually in a world of her own. Designed by Espin Oeino, she follows her Owner’s desire for privacy, eschewing many normally accepted layouts and striking out on her own to deliver a splendid new charter star.



Displaying extraordinary quality and robust engineering; a Lurssen signature of excellence, Madsummer is a veritable candy-store of super-yacht confection for the most dedicated yacht fancier. To experience this palace of the palette… [Click Here]

It takes a lot to get noticed in a segment as hotly contested as the sportfish market, but a new concept from Brilliant Boats is about to make the alphabetical brands stand up and take notice with the first sportfish yacht designed for the superyacht segment.



At 50 meters, it’s no tournament boat. Rather, it’s a battlewagon of battleship proportion. If the size doesn’t scare fish out of the water, the cutting-edge style will have fish filleting themselves in fear. For a complete look at this futuristic sportfish… [Read More]

Recently, Westport Yachts brought the Pacific Mariner brand under their fold with a new interpretation of an already proven model. With a genetic infusion from big brother, the newly reworked Pacific Mariner 85’ is much like owning a Westport, but on a slightly smaller scale.



With 16 boats afloat, the Pacific Mariner 85’ is a boat that has been well-received and further expands Westport’s yachting range. The revised engineering and tooling reflect the level of detail that yachtsmen have come to expect from Westport, at a price appealing to a broader range of buyers... [Read More]

Daily coverage of the 2009 Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show begins Thursday, October 29th with news, debuts, images and commentary from YF's dock walkin', yacht talkin', boat boardin' bandits.



This year, the Bahia Mar Resort is hosting the YF Crew, supplying 'round-the-clock coffee and a place to crash while we put FLIBS on your desktop. Come tag along as we capture the chaos, rip on rogues, and guess the credit scores of posers...

Click Here For Your Virtual Pass To The Show!

While all builders strive for excellence; a select few produce a yacht that is more than simply notable. Queenship’s new 74’ is one of those; endowed with that rare, particular quintessence that registers logically and ignites creatively; a boat experienced cruisers will instantly appreciate.



The Queenship 74’ strikes an elusive balance of elements that will appeal to a broad range of yachtsmen. What makes the Q74 so attractive is what lies beneath; good, solid boat building by people who really know boats. In many ways, the Q74 rises to a very short list of desirable yachts… [Read More]

The Cheoy Lee 78’ Bravo registers like a custom built yacht, yet this is a production yacht from one of the world’s foremost builders, backed by 140 years of ship building by the same family. Cheoy Lee’s near-legendary credentials certify a history that reads like an adventure novel.



Cheoy Lee’s 78’ motoryacht brings an impressive list of amenities, including three equally proportioned staterooms; a first for a yacht this size. Join us for an in-depth look at a yacht that stands out in its class, and a company well-positioned to emerge even stronger in the economic storm... [Read More]

Patterned after the classic and Presidential yachts of the 1920s, Burger’s new classic, fantail cruiser ‘Sycara IV’ ushers in a new era in old world craftsmanship, rightfully taking her place as one of the most exciting yacht concepts of this new century.



Sycara IV’s owners cast a fascinating challenge; to capture the golden age of yachting, bringing it forward while paying homage to the past. Burger’s craftsmen took up the gauntlet. The result is a show-stopping reappearance of all that is right about yesteryear. Join us for a cruise back in time... [Read More]

Oceanco will be spotlighting several new scale models at the 2009 Monaco Yacht Show, including the futuristic "Y708", shown here with angular, sculpted surfaces and a sinister, yet elegant silhouette.



Also docked at Oceanco's 'mini-marina' will be two more 110-meter projects; one designed by Nuvolari & Lenard and the other by Sam Sorgiovanni. Join us as we peer into the future and discover, it's small world after all... [Read More]

Baglietto’s latest launch, the 141’ 'Ancora' (which means Again), generates a well-deserved ovation, bringing high style to the high seas. This sparkling debut surely crowns the contemporary fashion show of yachting-fine-art.



If ever there might be a yacht version of Sports Illustrated’s swimsuit issue, this smokin’ hot, ultimate display of indulgent imagination would surely rate a cover, all by herself. Join us for a look at a "Yacht Deco"… [Read More]

The Westport 130' Trideck was originally introduced, to much acclaim, at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in 2001. Since then, it has proven to be a solid, stable platform from which engineers have continued to amass information, further refining subsequent builds... some 28 of them to be exact!



The new Westport 130' benefits from the knowledge accrued in producing multiple reiterations of the breed, but with an added bonus; it's now the biggest bow-rider ever built! With an all new view, perched upon a decade of ingenuity, come aboard with us for a full YF review... [Read More]

Blohm & Voss is developing a series of pre-designed custom yachts that will lead to shorter delivery times and reduced building cost. The first project out of the series is the radical new Blohm & Voss 110-meter Fast Yacht Concept.



As a direct descendant of the infamous 74-meter fast yacht 'Eco', now named 'Enigma', this new 110-meter Fast Yacht Concept is set to supersede Eco and prove that speed and luxury are no Enigma. For expanded specs and renderings… [Click Here]