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The New EIGHTY 3 is a catamaran that can be customized to your specifications and improved by Lagoon's knowledge to provide a unique and entirely customized sailing experience. Learn more at 👩‍💻 masteryachting.com #LuxuryCatamarans #LagoonLife #LagoonCatamarans #MyLagoonDreamDestination #DreamDestination #InteriorDesign #NewCatamaran #LagoonEighty3 #Eighty3 #MasterYachting #YachtingWorld #MasterYachtingGroup

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We got increasingly frustrated by our small petrol (gas) outboards that we use very infrequently on our dinghies and Chat 18 catamaran. Never quite knowing whether they would start, or how long they would run. Usually because the small jets would clog up, a problem aggravated by the ethanol fuel now used in the UK, USA and elsewhere. So earlier this year we bit the bullet and bought a used Torqeedo 1103 electric outboard. It was on ebay, from "one careful lady owner" - actually the advert said "only used on a fresh water trout farm" which we hoped was much the same thing. And we have been very pleased with it this summer, using it on Sagitta's tender, sometimes for long distances, yet never seeing the charge drop below 80% So we then tried using it on our Chat 18. And immediately discovered two problems, probably common to other small daysailing boats. First, the battery was much larger than the integral petrol fuel tank. So, when tilted up on the swingdown bracket, the Torqeedo hit the tillerbar. That meant we had to use the transom mount, which in turn meant the leg had to be angled back in use to clear the immersed rudder blade. Very inefficient and too close to the surface. And second, when tilted up and turned sideways the tiller control arm would detach - something that doesn't happen with a petrol outboard. So we had to remove it, and then reattach it whenever we wanted to motor. Fortunately Torqeedo has realised that many people have these problems and so supply reasonably priced, extra long cables, not just for the battery but also for the tiller arm. Accordingly we bought a 1.5m (5ft) battery cable and a 5m (16ft) tiller cable. This video shows the results of the first motor, one calm winter evening. I still have to re-route the cables through the back of the cockpit and more permanently mount the tiller arm. The deeper propellor is more efficient and there is no aeration when cornering or in waves. Top speed was very close to 5 knots, about hull speed on an 18ft boat. In reverse speed was about 3 knots. Although it's more awkward to lift the outboard leg without the battery in place it does now fit comfortably below the tillerbar when raised for sailing. So we're very happy so far! For once there is audio on this short video. But even if you turn the volume to high you won't hear the outboard - another bonus! More on the Chat 18 here https://sailingcatamarans.com/index.php/designs-2/2-catamarans-under-25ft/475-chat-18-daysailing-catamaran And Torqeedo here https://nestawayboats.com/

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Step aboard Oasis 40M M/Y Kahala, designed to create an intimate, seamless connection with the sea for a new vision of yacht lifestyle: dynamic, elegant, and effortless. The heart of this lifestyle is the Oasis Deck®, a groundbreaking innovation that transforms the traditional beach area into a 90 sqm open terrace, with opening wings and an infinity pool just steps from the water. More than a beach club, it defines an entirely new onboard experience: freedom, spontaneity, and easy-going luxury. Built in collaboration with RWD (exterior design) and Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture (interior design), M/Y Kahala is a refined expression of timeless beauty and stylistic harmony. Her interiors feature vintage design pieces from the 1950s–70s, bathed in natural light, with uninterrupted views from the main salon to the sea. Every detail reflects the owner’s sophisticated taste and deep connection to nature, from custom artworks to sculptural design elements. Powered by two MAN V12 engines, the yacht offers a top speed of 17 knots and a transatlantic range at 11 knots. With five guest cabins and expansive outdoor spaces, including a sundeck, upper deck sky lounge, and the pioneering Oasis Deck® — the Oasis 40M invites you to explore the world with unmatched comfort and freedom. ➤ Learn more: https://benettiyachts.com/yachts/oasis/oasis-40m/ www.benettiyachts.it ➤ Subscribe to Benetti Yachts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BenettiYachtsChannel ➤ More Benetti Yachts playlists: https://www.youtube.com/@BenettiYachtsChannel/playlists ➤ Benetti Yachts on social media: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benettiyachts - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Benettiyachts/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/benetti

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