Pursuit Sport

The Pursuit Sport series continues to gain momentum with the addition of the S 368, (37′ 11″ LOA, 12′ beam), which joins the S 408 introduced in 2016 and the S 328 (34′ 6″ LOA, 10′ 10″ beam), which debuted in Miami last February and makes its first appearance at FLIBS.

The new luxury center consoles share the Sport series traits: an oversized fiberglass integrated hardtop and windshield system, updated classic sheer line, through-stem anchoring system and integrated transom extensions. The S 368’s cabin includes a fully enclosed head, convertible sofa bench, storage and galley amenities. The S 328 has a double convertible berth and head.
Yahama F300s, twin on the 328 and triple on the 368, power both models to close to 50 mph.

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Regulator 41

The Regulator 41 offers a newly integrated wraparound windshield that offers more protection at the helm. In addition, the aft mezzanine seat with prep and tackle center and overhead SureShade provides additional cockpit seating without compromising fishing amenities.

Redesigned tower access makes the dual helm even more attractive and below deck, an expanded cabin features a galley, double berth and spacious head with shower. Serious anglers will love the optional Taco Grand Slam 380 outrigger bases with 20-foot carbon fiber telescoping poles and huge livewell and fish-box capacity.

41’3″ LOA, 12’6″ beam

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Back Cove 32

The newest model from the Rockland, Maine-based builder, the Back Cove 32 (37′ LOA, 11′ 10″ beam) certainly looks like part of the family with its traditional styling. The cockpit and pilothouse meet on a single level, transitioning seamlessly into the interior, where a galley-up arrangement allows the cook to be part of the action.

Below, the cabin features an island berth and split head and shower. The systems are as straightforward as the classic design. A single diesel engine ensures fuel efficiency, and standard power—a 370-hp Volvo engine—brings the 32 to a 22-knot cruise and 26-knot top speed.

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Sunseeker 95 Yacht

Sunseeker fans have lots to check out as four of the seven models at Fort Lauderdale are new to the U.S. market. The Sunseeker 95 Yacht (92′ 1″ LOA, 21′ 6″ beam) shows an innovative tri-level master suite with a mid-level dressing area between the main-deck stateroom and ensuite below.

The 76 (77′ 5″ LOA, 19′ 6″ beam) joins the fleet with superyacht feel and features while remaining manageable for owner-operators. An evolution of the Predator 57, the Predator 57 MKII (59′ 10″ LOA, 15′ 5″ beam) boasts refreshed exterior styling and a mini beach club.

Finally, the Manhattan 66 (68′ 3″ LOA, 17′ 3″ beam) focuses on a sociable main-deck layout drenched in natural light. Four staterooms below include a full-beam master with a private entry; crew quarters are optional.

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Sanlorenzo debuts

The latest addition to Sanlorenzo’s planing line, the SL78 (80′ 10″ LOA, 18′ 10″ beam) makes her first appearance at this year’s Fort Lauderdale show. New features include a foredeck lounge with sun canopy, and lower bulwarks outside the of the largest in its category, made even more spacious by the tender being stowed in a garage launched superyacht style. The country kitchen of the Sanlorenzo model on display is an American option, but the minimalist style by Marty Lowe is pure Italian, featuring furniture and fixtures by Minotti, Flos, Zucchetti, and Roda. Eight guests are accommodated on the lower deck, with a full-beam amidships master reserved for the owner.

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Sabre 45 Salon Express

Making its world debut in Fort Lauderdale, the Sabre 45 Salon Express (49′ LOA, 14′ 8″ beam) ups the convenience and comfort factors that Sabre owners are used to with a new utility space between the engine room and guest stateroom. Owners can choose to incorporate a washer and dryer, extra refrigerator or freezer, or a wine chiller, so storage spaces elsewhere won’t be compromised. Both staterooms have a private head with shower stall. A midlevel galley enjoys the light from the overhead windshield and is convenient to the main salon. At recent sea trials, the Sabre 45 Salon Express hit 32 knots and cruised at 27.6.

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Sea Ray SLX 400 Outboard

As Sea Ray’s flagship sport boat model, the SLX 400 Outboard offers a spacious cabin that comfortably sleeps four adults. The expansive cockpit with state-of-the-art amenities and a fold-down swim terrace offers plenty of room for fun.

The SLX 400 showcases the innovative NAUTIC-ON smart boat platform. NAUTIC-ON goes beyond connectivity and monitoring to connect boaters with service providers, remote diagnostics and educational information to help them better understand and manage their boating systems.

Also, the boat is powered by triple Mercury Verado 350-hp outboard engines, the SLX 400 hits a top speed of 52.7 mph and has a cruising range of 232 nm at 30 mph.

39’6″ LOA, 12’1″ beam

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Bertram 35

Since opening the doors to its new facility in Tampa, Florida, last year, Bertram has rolled out seven of its latest 35-foot models. At this year’s show, it will display the 35 (35′ 1″ LOA, 12′ 5″ beam) in full sportfishing regalia. The deep-V hull that started it all more than five decades ago is still the cornerstone of the smooth ride, while the flybridge up top is the perfect vantage point to spot the fish. In between are many semi-custom options to design the 35 your way. Thanks to twin 500-hp Caterpillars, the 35 tops out at a swift 40 knots.

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Maritimo M59

The new M59’s (59′ LOA, 17′ 11″ beam) powerful dynamic profile belies its calm, luxurious interior. A wider beam gives maximum volume within. There’s plenty of room for flexible accommodations, which include a full-beam master with study and ensuite bath, a double at the bow and a third cabin with two singles that convert into a double. Two more guests can be accommodated with a fold-out bed in the enclosed flybridge. All of the M59 ‘s characteristic traits are found on the Maritimo M59: wide walkaround decks, an interior staircase to the enclosed flybridge and a sunroof. A hydraulicswim platform is an option.

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Grand Banks 60

Representing Grand Banks’ return to its roots of building long-distance cruisers, the new Grand Banks 60 (66′ 10″ LOA, 19′ 2″ beam) has a range well over 2,000 nautical miles at 10 knots or can be pushed to more than 30 with the 900-hp Volvo Penta D13 engines. Coupling these with the bow and stern thrusters in a joystick-controlled system allows for a really cool feature: Express Positioning, which holds the 60 in place by GPS.

A well-protected flybridge and aft deck, wide side decks and high bulwarks show the boat to be a true ocean-going vessel. A single level encompasses the salon, aft galley, and lower helm. Below are three staterooms with the master in the most comfortable position amidships.

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Tiara debuts Tiara SPORT

Tiara is not only launching its latest model at the Fort Lauderdale show but also a brand-new line: Tiara SPORT, the first Tiara boats to be outboard-powered.

Eventually encompassing models from 29 to 42 feet, the initial offering will be the 38LS (38′ 1″ LOA, 12′ 6″ beam). LS stands for Luxury Sport and the 38 embraces this philosophy. Features include walkaround capabilities, watercraft/toy storage, an island-style outdoor galley, an elegant cabin, and multiple social zones. Triple Yamaha 300s or optional 350s provide power with joystick steering reaching a top speed of 50 knots and cruising comfortably in the mid-30s.

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EdgeWater 262CX

EdgeWater’s newest model, the EdgeWater 262CX, is a Deep-V Crossover that (26′ 5″ LOA, 9′ 3″ beam), represents an evolution of its offshore boat. New features include a double-wide helm and ClearView windshield. The dash can hold a 16-inch Garmin screen, and all is protected by a sleek integrated hardtop. EdgeWater’s new Ultra Lounger is the centerpiece of the cockpit offering multiple seating options and incorporating an insulated
fishbox. There is also redesigned seating at the bow with plushier amenities. The EdgeWater 262CX cockpit includes coolers, a cutting board and stainless steel sink, and owners can choose to add a grill or refrigerator. Fish ready, the transom has a large baitwell. The deep-V hull is driven by twin Yamaha F200 four-stroke outboards.

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Nordhavn 59 Coastal Pilot

Nordhavn acknowledges that not everyone wants to fish or dive, so its new version of the Nordhavn 59 Coastal Pilot is for those who don’t need a cockpit. Extending the aft and main deck all the way back, the Coastal Pilot has a roomier salon/galley and engine room, which has full standing headroom aft. Water babies will still get their fix of the sea thanks to an integral swim step.

The Nordhavn 59 Coastal Pilot is capable of both fast cruising speeds and extended passagemaking. Powered by twin Cummins QSM 11 715-hp diesel engines, the 59 CP runs up to 20 knots and can cruise more than 1,000 miles at reduced speeds. She offers a modern profile with a contemporary, open interior that emphasizes stainless and horizontal grain accents and radiates light throughout.

Main deck accommodations provide for a large galley, dinette and a lower helm station with double helm seat. This arrangement is very appealing for a coastal cruising couple as it eliminates the isolation and separation of a raised wheelhouse.

Nordhavn acknowledges that not everyone wants to fish or dive, so its new version of the 59 Coastal Pilot is for those who don’t need a cockpit. Extending the aft and main deck
all the way back, the Nordhavn 59 Coastal Pilot has a roomier salon/galley and engine room, which has full standing headroom aft. Water babies will still get their fix of the sea thanks to an integral swim step.

58’9″ LOA, 17′ beam

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Marlow 53 E & 58 E

Marlow takes an uncompromising stance on speed, ride and interior comforts and continually customizes each successive hull. The latest Marlow 53 E model (61′ LOA, 17′ 3″ beam) coming to Fort Lauderdale offers stand-up machinery space and unusually generous accommodations with a side-by-side twin cabin, a centerline queen-berth cabin and the largest master possible.

The 58E (67′ 8″ LOA, 18′ 6″ beam) at the show features exotic joinery and the new 12.9 Caterpillars that offer high 20-knot speeds with turbine-like smoothness. Finally, a new 80E (86′ 8″ LOA, 21′ 6″ beam) will be on display, showing off the popular Command Bridge option. Thanks to 1,800-hp Caterpillar C32s, the 80E tops out at 30 knots or can cruise for 3,000 miles at displacement speed.
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Marlow 49E

The Marlow Explorer 49E makes her first appearance at FLIBS after making her world premiere earlier this year at the Miami show. Two staterooms along with a cozy bunk are located at the base of the pilothouse stairs. Artistic design with spatial engineering has produced the largest master stateroom in and around this size range featuring a variety of owner/guest amenities of note. The VIP stateroom features two bunks located above the queen berth on port and starboard. The aft area of the boat is larger, including standing headspace in the engine room, rare for a 55-footer (57’2″ LOA, 17’3″ beam). She draws 4’6″ and has a displacement of 61,600 pounds, with a fuel capacity of 1,000 gallons and a water capacity of 250 gallons. marlowyachts.com

The Marlow-Mainship 34 Express (MM34E) is the newest model to enter into the Mainship line by owner David E. Marlow. She is designed for active cruisers who want an economical boat that is well-designed and well-appointed. In addition, the MM34E (40’3″ LOA, 12’4″ beam) is a stronger, lighter, more fuel-efficient boat due to engineering and technological advances. For example, the MM34E is enhanced with a higher quality gelcoat and resin augmenting her water resistance. Using Nida-Core coring—a polypropylene honeycomb and a stitched fiberglass material—Marlow has designed a more structurally sound hull producing better glass-to-resin ratios, further enriching hull strength and integrity.

The MM34E features a roomy upper salon for entertaining, while her helm area has two seats for the captain and mate. Stepping below into her ample cabin, the roomy portside galley is awash in natural light. To starboard is the head with a divided vanity and shower area. Her forward cabin V-berth with an inner spring mattress and generous storage is similar in size and layout to her larger sister ships. The MM34E is powered by the standard 320-hp Yanmar diesel engine, with optional engine configurations available including twin 220- or 260-hp engines. mainship.com