Oliver Twist may have asked for more, but with its Royale 370 Sport Fisher, Oliver Marine has served up a satisfying helping. Greg Adam reports.
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Dufour Grand’Large 385
With a history spanning 40-years in production yacht design, French builder Dufour needs little introduction. Or does it? While the brand name has survived, not much about the business today bears any historical resemblance to the company even four years ago. Steve Raea reports.
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Zulu
You’re not likely to see any wild war dances on the decks of Zulu – the 40m yacht just launched by New Plymouth’s Fitzroy Yachts. But the sleek black hull exudes power, grace and speed – all qualities appropriate to her namesake. Of course, there’s also sumptuous luxury.
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Ramco 1700 Capri
After 21 years in which it’s become something of a New Zealand icon, Hamilton’s Ramco Boats has revamped its line-up with a new generation of aluminium family fishers. The new boats – starting with the 1700 Capri – are poised to extend the legacy. Lawrence Schäffler reports.
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Bavaria 37
Small but surprisingly spacious, says Lindsay Wright, the Bavaria 37 is an excellent little cruiser that offers performance and good value for money.
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Maxum 3500 Sport Yacht
From the world’s largest manufacturer of sports yachts, the Maxum 3500 SY is a typical high-end American sports cruiser designed to meet the needs of family pleasure boating. Steve Raea looks further.
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Bluefin HT 700
It was one of those days when you can’t wait to get out on the water. It seemed to have been raining for weeks and now the sun was shining, the water was flat and there was a great-looking boat to explore. Gary Lovell reports.
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Stabi-Craft 659 SC
Stabi-Craft’s 659 SC (Super Cab) was released last year to join the larger 759 SC in the company’s premier range of offshore-capable trailer boats. It differs from other Hard Top models in that the wheelhouse/cabin superstructure is constructed in aluminium alloy rather than moulded GRP. Paul Smith reports.
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Sea-Doo’s 2006 models
The fun/excitement quotient of PWC riding has been ratcheted up several notches with the release of Sea-Doo’s latest models – and if you’ve game for even more insane gymnastics, you could really liberate your insides in one of the company’s sports boats. Lawrence Schäffler reports.
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Riviera 51
The name Riviera needs no introduction in New Zealand. Synonymous with quality, comfort and performance, Riviera has long been the brand of choice for those who want a vessel that says something about who they are and where they are going.
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