What’s New & What’s Hot at Strictly Sail ® Miami 2003
| Here’s a sampling
of exciting new products to check out when you’re touring the Show. DUFOUR is introducing the new DUFOUR 40, winner of the 2003 "Boat of the Year" in France. What an international beauty! She was first launched in September and premiered at the La Rochelle Show and was highlighted at the Paris Show in December. HUNTER MARINE spotlights two exciting, new models, the 426 and the 426 Deck Saloon (DS). The 426 Aft Cockpit offers superior amenities and comfort. The boat was drawn by noted designer Glenn Henderson and sports some rather intricate features not usually found on cruising boats of this size. The 426 DS is an innovative cruiser with a performance-oriented hull also drawn by Glenn Henderson. BENETEAU USA showcases their new 423. Designed by Groupe Finot, naval architects well known for their sturdy ocean daring Around Alone vessels, the 423 encompasses a confident bluewater hull with extraordinary comfort, gorgeous interior woodwork, loads of volume and an abundance of light. Be sure to also check out BENETEAU’s other magnificent models, the 473, 393, 361 and 331. ST. BART’S YACHTS celebrates the Miami debut of WAUQUIEZ with two of their latest designs. The Centurion 45 Racer Cruiser gives her crew efficiency combined with safety, indispensable to the enjoyment of blue water sailing. The 40 Pilots Saloon successfully combines two sailing approaches previously considered total opposites: sailing performance, essential for long distance cruising, and a raised saloon for enhanced life aboard. JEANNEAU is pleased to welcome you aboard the all new Sun Odyssey 35. This exciting new model combines state -of-the-art production techniques and proven tradition. Miami marks the American debut of YAPLUKA YACHTS with their 47 on display. RAINBOW MARINE spotlights the Ovni 455 made by ALUBAT, with an aluminum hull and a retractable centerboard. BLUEWATER CATAMARANS celebrates the American launch of their line of performance sailing catamarans with the Soubise 46. These seaworthy, swift ocean sailing catamarans can sail faster than true wind speed and achieve top speeds over 20 knots, yet they provide safe, comfortable accommodations for the crew and are ideal for long ocean passages. MANTA CATAMARANS spotlights the new Mark II, which will feature an all wood interior, Staron countertops and Yanmar 27 hp diesels. Custom fiberglass louvers are fitted to the exterior of the boat for maximum protection from the sun in the main salon. DEAN CATAMARANS spotlights the DEAN 440 Aero, an ocean-going catamaran. SOUTHERN OCEAN YACHT SALES showcases the new RAIDER 30 Sports Catamaran, a high-performance racing catamaran. In Australia, the RAIDER won the Southern Ocean Multihull Regatta (SOMR) in 2001 and many other races. SCHAEFER MARINE celebrates the Southeast debut of the "Gamma" Boom Furler for boats up to 50’, the Snapfurl CF-700 Jib Furling/Reefing System for boats up to 28’ and the Universal Deck Cleat with options for multiple uses. GILL NORTH AMERICA LTD. debuts new Ocean Racer Foul Weather Gear, Coast-Lite Foul Weather Gear and Coast Foul Weather Gear. ULTIMATE HATS introduces their new Gigi for women, a fun style that’s wonderfully soft with a wide brim, and showcases their best seller Jack’s Panama. BLUEWATER CATAMARAN EXPEDITIONS proposes 2003 trips of the east coast of North America, the Great Lakes and the Caribbean on a cruising, racing catamaran. It’s a unique chance to experience a comfortable, fast blue water and coastal passage with expert teaching for less than the price of an average resort hotel. OFFSHORE SAILING SCHOOL’s Fast Track to Cruising ® Course combines their Learn to Sail Program and Cruising Course in one. You’re invited to register to win a free course for two! |