Unveiled to the media in Sydney late last year, the new Yamaha range introduces a host of hot features designed to enhance the riding experience. Chief among them is an exquisite, supercharged powerplant stuffed into the flagship models.
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HamiltonJet 161A
Although most production from Christchurch’s CWF Hamilton & Co Ltd is large, marine propulsion applications for off-shore clients, the company has never forgotten its river boating roots. This is evident in its latest recreational jet boat.
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VIDEO: Activa 6400
Traditional styling, timeless elegance and 21st century technology come together in Activa’s 68-foot pilothouse launch, a pleasure platform that effortlessly caters to all flavours of boating interests
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Supremacy 670
Palmerston North engineers Darryn Cooksley and Dereck Anderson specialise in fabricating equipment for high-pressure industrial and agricultural applications. But as keen divers, it was inevitable they’d eventually turn their hand to boats.
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Atomix 500 RIB
The latest edition of the popular Atomix 500 RIB boasts a new interior layout and a hotter engine – all adding up to a satisfying, family-oriented package
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White Pointer 8m Hardtop
Gisborne’s James Williams wanted a large, basic, reasonably priced boat suited to the East Coast’s conditions. One that would instil confidence, taking him and three mates to his favourite fishing grounds 30 miles off-shore. His research ended at an 8m White Pointer Sports Hardtop.
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Savage 540 Beachcomber
The sterndrive Savage 540 Beachcomber is a great dayboat and ideal for swimming, fishing or just cruising with the family – a top all-rounder. Paul Tuzson gives his appraisal of its performance and levels of comfort in weather foul and fine.
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Assault 890 Hardtop
A favourite of the Coastguard, police, dive groups and sailing organisations, RIBs are often regarded as utility boats. But that’s changing to “recreational”, and the perception shift will be boosted by the new Assault 890 Hardtop from Auckland’s Family Boats.
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Genesis 52V Cruise
Curvaceous, bold and stylish, Genesis’ new 52V Cruise mirrors the European styling and chic sophistication of the Genesis 44V Cruise, which marked a sea change for the iconic brand when it debuted in May last year
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VIDEO: Formula 54
With a production history spanning 26 years, Auckland’s Formula Cruisers has worked hard to establish itself as a premium builder of semi-production motor yachts and sports. While it is naïve to suggest builders of luxury vessels are ‘recession-proof’, Formula Cruisers has effectively turned the other cheek and invested in its brand.
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