Jeanneau Yachts 360 Docking System, Sailboat handeling made easy By: Ian Van Tuyl

Jeanneau invents the 360 Docking and gives skippers confidence in manoeuvring large yachts in harbour. Manoeuvring a yacht of over 12 metres in harbour is stressful for many skippers and their crews, whether family or not. Even with a bow thruster, the bulk, the inertia and the sensitivity to windage and tides of these boats makes their handling difficult in the often small and congested ports of the European coasts. These problems can spoil the enjoyment of a lovely sailing trip, as well as put off the acquisition of a larger model. In partnership with the ZF Marine industrial group, one of the world leaders in the business of providing gearbox and transmission technology, Jeanneau have just designed a totally innovative system that makes manoeuvring in harbour child's play. The principle is simple: the engine is coupled to a sail drive with a rotating pod capable of pivoting over 360°, which also controls the bow thruster, and the helm is locked. The boat is steered with one finger with a simple joystick. Thus it can manoeuvre over 360° (from which the name "360 Docking[1]" comes) in all directions: forward, astern, sideways or diagonally, at the desired speed to come gently alongside. Such a system is a first for large sailing yachts. It is available from now on as an option on all Jeanneau yachts over 44'. For additional information on this option or the Jeanneau product please contact Ian Van Tuyl at any time day or night. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Ian Van Tuyl Yacht Sales 1880 Harbor Island Dr. Suite 200 San Diego, CA 92101 619-507-4416 Mobile 619-681-0633 Office 619-681-0638 Fax www.ivtyachtsales.com facebook.com/ivtyachtsales http://myyachtspot.blogspot.com/ http://www.youtube.com/user/rideivt Proudly Representing CNB, Prestige, Jeanneau, Hunter, Caliber and Quality Power and Sail Brokerage Yacht's If you have a friend, family member or co-worker that is interested in buying or selling a boat, please feel free to contact me or send them my information. Your personal referrals are the greatest compliment.