This time on Distant Shores we complete warranty work in the Netherlands, then sail to the UK where we seek shelter from a storm in Dover and explore Dover Castle before sailing to Chichester Harbour and Falmouth. https://youtu.be/SPZaCSXXFDI?si=QtrjmuF8RvuVmsT8

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Alexander Marine Australia are pleased to present the 2005 Viking 48 Convertible 'Ruckus' to the market as worldwide central agents. The Viking 48 Convertible has long been regarded as one of the benchmark sportfishing yachts in her class, combining serious offshore capability with the comfort, quality and craftsmanship that have made Viking a respected sport fishing brand worldwide. Built to handle demanding conditions while providing luxurious onboard accommodation, the 48 Convertible delivers an exceptional balance of performance, seaworthiness and owner enjoyment. 'Ruckus' is a superb example of this highly sought-after model, offering the versatility to excel as both a tournament-winning bluewater game fishing platform and a comfortable cruising yacht for family adventures along the coast or further afar. Benefitting from an extensive refit completed in 2023,'Ruckus' has been maintained to an exceptional standard with no expense spared under the care of a full-time captain. Her proven offshore pedigree includes successful voyages between Australia, New Zealand and Tonga, with fuel capacity sufficient to comfortably return to New Zealand without the need for auxiliary fuel bladders. A formidable tournament competitor, she claimed victory at the 31st Tongan International Billfish Tournament in 2025, while also holding both the 50lb Line Swordfish World Record (300kg) and the 16lb Line Swordfish World Record (168kg), a true testament to her exceptional capability and meticulous upkeep. You are invited to book a private inspection to view this vessel. If you are unable to travel to inspect this vessel, we would be pleased to offer you a personal guided video tour via telephone with one of our yacht consultants.

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Louison vous fait découvrir son métier de chaudronnier et ce qui l'anime au quotidien à travers son témoignage. Il est toujours assez étonnant de voir d’où commence la naissance des OVNI et des Cigale… L’arrivée des plaques d’aluminium prédécoupées sur palette… De cette forme initiale, plane, les hommes lui apportent rondeurs et formes autour du mannequin. Le savoir-faire de nos compagnons, comme Louison, réside dans l’assemblage par soudure-pointée. Ces feuilles d’aluminium de 4 à 10 mm d’épaisseur sont rapprochées et soudées entre elles pour devenir une coque, un pont et enfin un voilier d’une robustesse incroyable. Il faut compter 10 semaines en moyenne en chaudronnerie avant que cette unité en aluminium rejoigne l’étape de la peinture. ENGLISH PRESENTATION Louison makes you discover his job as a metalworker and what drives him on a daily basis through his testimonial. It is always quite impressing to see where the birth of the OVNI and the Cigale yachts begins ... The arrival of pre-cut aluminum plates on a pallet ... From this initial, flat shape, men bring curves and shapes around the mannequin. The know-how of our companions, like Louison, is in the assembly by point welded. These 4 to 10 mm thick aluminum plates are gathered and welded together to become a hull, a deck and finally a very sturdy sailboat. It takes an average of 10 weeks in metalwork before this aluminum unit reaches the painting stage.

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Sogna la tua estate in barca a vela. Viviti un'esperienza indimenticabile tra divertimento, relax, vela e natura. Amici, famiglia o semplici sconosciuti pronti a vivere il mare a stretto contatto immersi in calette da sogno. Per maggiori info, destinazioni e disponibilità visitate il sito www.sail4dreams.com

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