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ENTRY-LEVEL BOATS. An entry-level boat opens the door to adventure, offering an accessible way to explore the water, enjoy fishing, and create lasting memories. It’s the perfect start for discovering the joys of boating, combining simplicity with the thrill of the open sea.

Excess 11

The Excess 11 is available in New Zealand through local agent 36 Degrees.
Displacement (M):
9000
Length Over All (M):
11.33
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Excess 12

Market differentiators in the burgeoning cruising catamaran market can be difficult to find, yet thi...
Displacement (M):
10300
Length Over All (M):
11.73
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Sea-Doo Switch

Sea-Doo’s all-new Switch marries the performance of a personal watercraft with the versatility of a ...
Length Over All (M):
6.4
Construction:
Other

Fatcat 4000 Fisherman

Lightning Marine’s Fatcat 4000 sticks with the ‘simple is best’ small boat ethos.
Displacement (M):
240
Length Over All (M):
3.8
Construction:
Other

Riviera 395 SUV

Sports utility cruisers can be likened to the hot hatchbacks of the boat world. They have to work ha...
Displacement (M):
11300
Length Over All (M):
13.27
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Dan Leech L825 Power Cat

A family-friendly power cat cruiser, the Leech 825 was the design of choice for international ocean ...
Length Over All (M):
8.25
Construction:
Composite

FISHING BOATS. A fishing boat is your gateway to adventure on the water. Built for speed, power, and precision, it takes you to the heart of the action, where the thrill of the catch meets the freedom of the open sea. It’s not just fishing—it’s living the ultimate pursuit.

The Catalyst GT Redefining high-performance boating

What A Rush!

Catalysts were originally conceived for Emirates Team New Zealand’s America’s Cup team as a high-spe...
Horsepower (HP):
4 x 300hp up to 4 x 600hp
Length Over All (M):
13.7
Construction:
Carbon Fibre

Caribbean 27 Flybridge Sport Fisher

Fuel consumption for a vessel this size is pretty good, as you might expect from a modern common-rai...
Horsepower (HP):
380
Displacement (M):
dry, 3,140
Length Over All (M):
9.0
Construction:
Solid GRP

Southern XF650

Southern Boats has been building top-quality aluminium trailer boats for more than three decades. It...
Horsepower (HP):
150 to 225hp
Length Over All (M):
6.85m
Construction:
Aluminium

Tristram 691 Offshore

When Kingsley and Lance Fink pulled up at Westhaven boat ramp with the Tristram 691 Offshore in tow,...
Horsepower (HP):
200 to 250hp
Length Over All (M):
6.90
Construction:
GRP

Haines Hunter SP635

The hardtop SP635 shares the same underpinnings as the popular SF 635 which was a completely new mod...
Horsepower (HP):
200
Length Over All (M):
6.76
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Rayglass 3000

There are two different powerplant configurations currently available: either twin outboards or sing...
Horsepower (HP):
600
Length Over All (M):
8
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

PERFORMANCE BOATS. Engineered for speed and thrill, these high-performance boats cater to adrenaline seekers, offering exhilarating racing, or skiing, and wakeboarding experiences.

Cora 48 Catamaran

Cora 48 Catamaran

Performance is modest, as expected for its power-to-weight ratio, but nearly 17 knots of speed was a...
Displacement (M):
24000
Length Over All (M):
14.75
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Bavaria C45

Beautiful weather doesn’t always equal the best weather for going sailing, but sometimes you just ha...
Displacement (M):
11935
Length Over All (M):
13.98
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Bavaria C42

Getting back out on the water after an extended period in lockdown felt so good — especially with ...
Displacement (M):
9678
Length Over All (M):
12.9
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

SAILING YACHTS. A sailing yacht offers the purest connection to the sea. Its sleek design and dynamic sailing experience promise adventure, freedom, and the thrill of mastering the wind. Owning one is not just about sailing—it's about embracing the spirit of exploration.

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380

In the wide cockpit, the racing-style Carbonautica wheels are positioned well aft and outboard, corr...
Horsepower (HP):
40
Length Over All (M):
11.22
Construction:
GRP

Seawind 1170

Combining the space of twin hulls with the capabilities of a proven design froma vastly experienced ...
Displacement (M):
9,200kg
Length Over All (M):
11.9m
First In Line : The First 44 is Beneteau's performance cruiser model.

Beneteau First 44

Fifteen knots eased back to about 10 knots and the boat felt light on the helm, responding nicely to...
Displacement (M):
10500
Length Over All (M):
14.15
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Dibley 12m canting-keeler

The cockpit is open and spacious, raceboat-style, with a cool curved edge to the deck at the open tr...
Length Over All (M):
12
Construction:
Composite

Seawind 1370

Solar panels on the vast roof help keep the batteries charged.
Displacement (M):
11000
Length Over All (M):
13.7
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Moody 41DS

The major point of difference between this boat and a regular cruising yacht is the high-profile dec...
Length Over All (M):
12.52
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

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COASTAL ADVENTURE. Perfect for the longer adventure on the water; the ultimate all-in-one leisure boat! Perfect for vacations, these versatile boats mean you can fish from a spacious deck, snorkel in clear waters, sunbath, or relax in shaded seating areas.

Sasga Menorquin 55FB – Carajillo

She makes a wonderful ship for coastal adventures and holidays, promising easy passage-making and pl...
Horsepower (HP):
960
Displacement (M):
18.5
Length Over All (M):
16.88

AMPHIBIOUS BOATS. Amphibious boats blend land and water adventure seamlessly. With the ability to transition between terrains, they offer unmatched versatility and freedom, taking exploration to a whole new level.

Sealegs 12RC

‘Behemoth’ is a word which springs to mind or, perhaps more nautically, ‘leviathan’.
Length Over All (M):
12.3
Construction:
Aluminium

Haines Hunter Overlander OP725

The Anura system is not only pleasingly quiet in operation (no noisy internal combustion engine in t...
Horsepower (HP):
300
Displacement (M):
2400
Length Over All (M):
7.5
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Sealegs 12m RIB Cabin

On land it’s a big machine to pilot – tall, wide, and long, with a very wide turning circle, though ...
Displacement (M):
7000
Length Over All (M):
11.3
Construction:
Aluminium

Innovision 616 Explorer

Painted in a striking metallic Brisbane Blue from Superyacht Coatings, this distinctive looking trai...
Displacement (M):
1950
Length Over All (M):
6.18
Construction:
Aluminium

Assault Pursuit 8m Amphibious

New Zealanders have led the world in developing amphibious RIBs, and the latest offering from Assaul...
Displacement (M):
1900
Length Over All (M):
8.6
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Dreadnort D7500

It takes considerable courage to design and then build a trailer boat as radically different as the ...
Horsepower (HP):
350
Displacement (M):
3520
Length Over All (M):
7.9
Construction:
Aluminium

EMERGING TRENDS IN BOAT DESIGN

FOILING BOATS. The AC75 boats are currently showcasing the sexiness of foiling technology. Foiling boats offer a smoother, faster ride by lifting out of the water, reducing drag and increasing speed. Their design enhances fuel efficiency, improves handling, and delivers a more thrilling boating experience.

Lazercat 950

The helm station is well-equipped and simple to operate, thanks to the simplified switching that’s b...
Displacement (M):
3800
Length Over All (M):
9.5
Construction:
Aluminium

Profab 1200

The quad-cam 7.6L V12 600hp Verado is stunning!
Displacement (M):
11700
Length Over All (M):
13.0
Construction:
Aluminium

Pogo 36

The course for the SSANZ race had us first heading to Gannet Rock, off the NE coast of Waiheke Islan...
Displacement (M):
3800
Length Over All (M):
10.86
Construction:
Composite

L980 semi-displacement powercat Emocean

Semi-displacement power cats work well when the hulls are narrow and the bridge decks high.
Length Over All (M):
9.80
Construction:
Composite

Candela C7

One of the keys to the C7’s impressive performance is its light weight. All up, it weighs just 1.4 t...
Displacement (M):
1300
Length Over All (M):
7.7
Construction:
Carbon Fibre

Fleury 6.7 Keeler

“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication” – Leonardo Da Vinci. A simple boat can mean basic; more ...
Displacement (M):
850
Length Over All (M):
6.7
Construction:
Wood

ELECTRIC & HYBRID BOATS. Electric and hybrid boats offer quieter, cleaner, and more efficient boating with reduced emissions and lower operating costs. They combine traditional power with cutting-edge technology for a sustainable and enjoyable on-water experience.

Omikron OT-60

Stepping on board the yacht, it’s obvious everything centres on cruising in luxury.
Horsepower (HP):
300/500
Displacement (M):
18500
Length Over All (M):
18.41

Riviera 6800 Sport Yacht

The vessel’s low centre of gravity, combined with the Humphree fin stabilisers, gave us a comfortabl...
Horsepower (HP):
2000
Displacement (M):
34,000
Length Over All (M):
22.18

Sasga Menorquin 55FB – Carajillo

She makes a wonderful ship for coastal adventures and holidays, promising easy passage-making and pl...
Horsepower (HP):
960
Displacement (M):
18.5
Length Over All (M):
16.88
The Catalyst GT Redefining high-performance boating

What A Rush!

Catalysts were originally conceived for Emirates Team New Zealand’s America’s Cup team as a high-spe...
Horsepower (HP):
4 x 300hp up to 4 x 600hp
Length Over All (M):
13.7
Construction:
Carbon Fibre

Maritimo M75

The Maritimo M75 is a boat you will use, and that is the name of the game.
Horsepower (HP):
3250
Displacement (M):
55,600 (dry)
Length Over All (M):
23.07

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380

In the wide cockpit, the racing-style Carbonautica wheels are positioned well aft and outboard, corr...
Horsepower (HP):
40
Length Over All (M):
11.22
Construction:
GRP

Caribbean 27 Flybridge Sport Fisher

Fuel consumption for a vessel this size is pretty good, as you might expect from a modern common-rai...
Horsepower (HP):
380
Displacement (M):
dry, 3,140
Length Over All (M):
9.0
Construction:
Solid GRP

Southern XF650

Southern Boats has been building top-quality aluminium trailer boats for more than three decades. It...
Horsepower (HP):
150 to 225hp
Length Over All (M):
6.85m
Construction:
Aluminium

Tristram 691 Offshore

When Kingsley and Lance Fink pulled up at Westhaven boat ramp with the Tristram 691 Offshore in tow,...
Horsepower (HP):
200 to 250hp
Length Over All (M):
6.90
Construction:
GRP

Seawind 1170

Combining the space of twin hulls with the capabilities of a proven design froma vastly experienced ...
Displacement (M):
9,200kg
Length Over All (M):
11.9m

SMART BOATS / CONNECTED. Smart boats integrate advanced technology for enhanced navigation, safety, and convenience. With features like automated systems, real-time data, and connectivity, they offer a more efficient, responsive, and enjoyable boating experience.

HH 50

After a day of sailing the HH50, I can clearly see the attraction, assuming your budget is large eno...
Displacement (M):
16000
Length Over All (M):
15.79
Construction:
Composite

Kinetic 62

Performance catamarans like this carbon 62-footer simply eat up those tradewind miles, while their ...
Displacement (M):
10350
Length Over All (M):
18.9
Construction:
Composite

INNOVATIONS IN HULL TECHNOLOGIES

WAVE PIERCING HULLS. Wave-piercing hulls are a cutting-edge innovation in hull technology that cut through waves more efficiently. This design reduces drag, enhances stability, and delivers a smoother, more comfortable ride in challenging sea conditions.

Astus 16.5m Tri-maran

Easy to tow, simple to rig, quick to launch – topped by a generous splash of adrenalin-inducing perf...
Length Over All (M):
4.94
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Senator RH770

Napier aluminium boatbuilder Senator Boats is happy to customise any model in its extensive range to...
Length Over All (M):
7.93
Construction:
Aluminium

ASYMMETRIC HULLS. Asymmetric hulls represent a breakthrough in hull technology, offering improved performance by reducing drag and enhancing maneuverability. Their unique design allows for better handling and stability, particularly in rough waters.

Lazercat 950

The helm station is well-equipped and simple to operate, thanks to the simplified switching that’s b...
Displacement (M):
3800
Length Over All (M):
9.5
Construction:
Aluminium

Hanse 460

Code has three cabins, the master cabin forward and twin double quarter berths.
Displacement (M):
12600
Length Over All (M):
14.60
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Dehler 30OD

Boats are designed to maximise their chances within the strictures of certain design rules conventio...
Displacement (M):
2800
Length Over All (M):
10.3
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Stryda 600s

Auckland boatbuilder Stryda Marine has just released a centre-console variation of its popular 6m 60...
Displacement (M):
2000
Length Over All (M):
6
Construction:
Aluminium

Beneteau Swift 35 Trawler

When it came to choosing Brendan and Vicki’s first launch, it was Vicki who did the heavy lifting. ...
Displacement (M):
8252
Length Over All (M):
11.29
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Dehler 34

Fast, frisky and fun, the new 10.7m Dehler 34 is the racing-oriented cruiser’s dream package.
Displacement (M):
5450
Length Over All (M):
10.7
Construction:
Composite

PLANING HULLS. Planing hulls are a significant advancement in hull technology, designed to lift and glide over the water’s surface. This reduces drag and enhances speed, providing a faster, more efficient, and smoother boating experience.

Riviera 6800 Sport Yacht

The vessel’s low centre of gravity, combined with the Humphree fin stabilisers, gave us a comfortabl...
Horsepower (HP):
2000
Displacement (M):
34,000
Length Over All (M):
22.18

Maritimo M75

The Maritimo M75 is a boat you will use, and that is the name of the game.
Horsepower (HP):
3250
Displacement (M):
55,600 (dry)
Length Over All (M):
23.07

Caribbean 27 Flybridge Sport Fisher

Fuel consumption for a vessel this size is pretty good, as you might expect from a modern common-rai...
Horsepower (HP):
380
Displacement (M):
dry, 3,140
Length Over All (M):
9.0
Construction:
Solid GRP

Southern XF650

Southern Boats has been building top-quality aluminium trailer boats for more than three decades. It...
Horsepower (HP):
150 to 225hp
Length Over All (M):
6.85m
Construction:
Aluminium
Buccaneer Five Seven Five

Buccaneer Five Seven Five

The spacious cockpit is uncluttered but has plenty of seating. The cockpit sole is covered in SeaDek...
Horsepower (HP):
150
Length Over All (M):
5.75
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)

Ryck 280

At first glance the boat appears to be a large centre console, although hidden beneath the console a...
Displacement (M):
2700
Length Over All (M):
9.52
Construction:
Fibreglass (GRP)
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