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@Angie-in8wc 2 күн бұрын
😮 I love the things that are your deal breakers. Exposed helms are a hard no for me. Too wet, too cold and the skin cancer risks on sunny days are too high. Also the captain is “on the outer” from any conversations if there’s guests aboard. In rougher weather there’s also a potential slip hazard getting out to the helm station. So the Outremer and Nautitech automatically go to the bottom of my list. A lot of wood is an old school look and a lot of maintenance if it’s real wood. Interior design has been trending pure white for a long time around most of the world. From watching other Seawind build videos I’m pretty sure it can be requested at the build stage. Personally I like the clean white look rather the dark cave of many boats. The comment about tri-fold door was confusing - it’s old fashioned? Isn’t Seawind the originator of it and it’s now being copied by other producers? There’s also an anti reflective film that can be put on glass if it bothers you, but it might be handy if your med mooring.
@dorronski463 5 күн бұрын
My idea of a cat, except my idea is to put flexible solar panels covering all the 250m of sail, and use 80kw of Air Props !
@marvin9860 5 күн бұрын
Porche Targa boat😅
@EnigmaticRealms1 7 күн бұрын
Rapido is badly built. Find the video of the guy who bought one and within a day started having issues. If you want a trimaran, there is a better brand out there from Denmark
@lovropirkl2672 9 күн бұрын
Small mistake you made in regards to the wine tasting, Bali is owned by Catana, but they're not built in Catana yards. Theyre actually built in north Africa
@johnnyguitar2929 9 күн бұрын
I'm planning to do the same! My dream is to take a year off and sail around the world with my family in 6-7 years from now.
@leonidmcfarlane1569 12 күн бұрын
Waiting for the KC54 review
@marisvitolins8404 17 күн бұрын
Lowest fee is for 50-60 feet 110,000 euros 60-70 147,000..... Plus 1800 euro for person as far as I know
@janliljeberg3769 17 күн бұрын
Hi, Dear Sailing Friend, thanks for your lovely presentation and comparison on your four lovely aluminium yachts. And not least your Tuscan wine presentation, which could have been funnyer if it came from Portofino, "wino de garage". I have the same love for wine. Please show the wine labels, front and back, the next time, to the camera, so we also can take part! According to the Barfootdoctors, latest presentation, yesterday on the boat they ordered, the Portofino 52, showing the wind speed 10 & 15 knot, sail & boat speed diagram; the boat speed exceeds, with the right sail, say the code-0, the wind speed. So the boat certainly is a performance boat, it all comes down to "Sea Man Ship"! Please look it up!
@janliljeberg3769 17 күн бұрын
Payload displacement för the Portofino 52, is 2,5 tons, and by the way the Barfootdoctors, have ordered one!
@marvin9860 18 күн бұрын
At least put the name of the boat in the title.
@johngalt7818 18 күн бұрын
Balance 502, keels or dagger boards?
@rolfsvensson5777 20 күн бұрын
Price by request! How about a base price?
@flemmingbygmanlindberg9009 24 күн бұрын
advice - take a close look at Bering yarts, they are also starting to make catemerans also in model BC 60, BC 70 and BC 80 but look at all their models
@navalgazingatcampdavid 23 күн бұрын
Thanks for the heads up!!! I’ll have a look. D
@flemmingbygmanlindberg9009 24 күн бұрын
råd - tag et indgående kik på Bering yarts, de begynder også at lave catemerans også i model BC 60, BC 70 og BC 80 men se på alle deres modeller
@miguelangelangel8562 26 күн бұрын
🙈💰€ ?
@almika-w9f 27 күн бұрын
you are reading a brochure I didn’t learn anything.
@navalgazingatcampdavid 26 күн бұрын
Hi Amika. Thanks so much for watching and sincere apologies that there was not enough info for you. I wrote up a format that I hoped would support beginners so it was obviously to low level for you. Thanks again for watching. All the very best. D
@marialuzyung9945 28 күн бұрын
Go head !!!
@bigjimstream 29 күн бұрын
Thanks for the content! I enjoy your more numerical approach to the artform :). Renders of the P52 look awesome but Portofino hasn't designed, built, and launched a single production boat yet. Let's get a few in the water with some hours in the deep blue before we open the bubbly :).
@garymartz Ай бұрын
I have my Eye on a Windelo. I wish it was on this comparison chart.
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Gary. Your wish is my command. Send me your email.
@_Briegel Ай бұрын
Get the boat you like. If Sylvia goes with you it's good, if not find a Sylvia who does. Otherwise you'll never get past the planning stage! And honestly? Sylvia will never be satisfied. At the latest when she has to lend a hand and breaks a fingernail, you'll have the next crisis!
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Hey Briegel. Thanks for watching and your support. I am surprised at how many sailors would trade in n their wife for a sailboat. lol. I’m just not among them I guess. Happy New Year!!
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Thank you so very much for your kind words!!!! Merry Christmas!!
@derekduckitt5900 Ай бұрын
I see Balance was of your points chart - is it off the bottom or over the top? 😃
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Hi Derek. Thanks for watching. Unfortunately I’m not sure what you mean. D
@derekduckitt5900 Ай бұрын
@@navalgazingatcampdavid What I meant was I didn't Balance Yachts on your final points scoring chart at the end - I was just wondering why that was.
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Hi Derick. The Balance 580 is the King of the hill on the Dave Score at this point and all Balance boats score high as they are such well built yachts. I believe I have now done videos on the 442, 482, 502, 526 and 580. They all score very high. I hope that answers your question. All the best. D
@derekduckitt5900 Ай бұрын
Ok when viewing at low speed I saw Balance 526 at a score of 75, but no Balance 750 score (also of interest because I am South African). I realise you were focusing on the ModX (which I hadn't heard of and found fascinating, and will definitely look out for with some real life use reviews. One thing that was a bit disapointing was a relatively low load capacity, would that be because of the heavy batteries?)
@derekduckitt5900 Ай бұрын
@@navalgazingatcampdavid Thanks, I will look for those to start with. Not sure why, but I hadn't spotted your channel before, I don't think I have seen anyone that compares so objectively before, I will definitely be a regular from now on.
@Angie-in8wc Ай бұрын
Zero grab holds for rough weather and sharp corners in the kitchen and companion ways. The huge spaces are be fantastic for throwing parties at the dock, but not so good if getting thrown around by rough seas.
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Hi Angie. When I first saw this design, I loved it. But then several experienced viewers pointed out the danger of such wide open spaces in the saloon in rough weather. It’s a really good point. If you get tossed, you have lots of space to gain speed and really get hurt. Thanks for your observation. D
@shanevillis4079 Ай бұрын
Mackay is pronounced Mackeye, just for anyone to know before they get there.
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and for the info. I shudder to think how many place names I have unknowingly slaughtered throughout my videos. Especially in S. Africa! Afrikaans leaves me bubbling around like a two year old. lol!
@shanevillis4079 Ай бұрын
@@navalgazingatcampdavid All good mate, we all do it at some point.
@shanevillis4079 Ай бұрын
Leave her, find a boat you can do yourself and go.
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Ohhh no my friend. I’ve got a winner and will never let go. Merry Christmas!!
@bplewniak Ай бұрын
How’s the new balance 46 going to fit in your lineup?
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Waayyyy up there! Except for that price increase. Ouch!!!
@bplewniak Ай бұрын
@ not a fan of that increase either. Will be looking for a world cruiser in your same timeline so you episodes have been wonderful.
@douglasmontgomery6315 Ай бұрын
BALSA ??? - C'mon Dave...why...just why?
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Think of it like this. If you use an Elium resin, with basalt fibre over a balsa core, you have a fully sustainable hull. Balsa has its good properties and outperforms foam in some key areas. If it’s getting wet, you have serious issues that require immediate and expensive repairs, regardless of the core material. Convinced yet????
@douglasmontgomery6315 Ай бұрын
@@navalgazingatcampdavid , Respect you're reply. I will advise, I do not know that all the boat manufactures use the process you outline above with all their balsa core vessels. Also, can you advise where balsa would outperform balsa ? Thanks again
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
@@douglasmontgomery6315 Hey Doug. No manufacturers currently use this process. Beneteau uses recyclable Elium Resin with e-glass and foam in some models, Windelo uses basalt fiber with polyester resin and partially recycled PET foam and Excess uses polyester resin with a balsa core and e-glass. Beneteau and Windelo raise the Eco flag with their efforts, but they are really just a gimmick, given the other components. The only hull that could claim any real sustainability would be Elium resin with basalt fiber and a balsa core. Overall, such a hull would be stronger than any of the half attempts above. Re balsa vs. foam: End-grain balsa excels in applications demanding high stiffness and impact resistance but requires careful attention to sealing and maintenance. Balsa wood is also regarded as one of the most sustainable core materials available for composite structures, including marine hulls. Derived from the fast-growing Ochroma pyramidale tree, balsa is a renewable resource with a rapid growth cycle of 5 to 7 years. , on the other hand, offers superior water resistance, design flexibility, and lighter weight, making it ideal for areas with a high risk of water exposure or where minimal weight is critical. Thanks again for watching!! Merry Christmas! D
@douglasmontgomery6315 Ай бұрын
@@navalgazingatcampdavid , Thanks and Merry Christmas to you and Sylvia !
@nestorchatenet3534 Ай бұрын
Can you do one for Odisea ODC55 or 62?
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
I have to admit that I had to look this one up. I’ll see what I can whip Up for you. Thanks. D
@michaelleonardelli6663 Ай бұрын
We really like your comparisons,however you only compared value for money not overall price as a category. I wonder how it would score on price and how it would affect the overall score. We love the Bali 4.8 and look forward to seeing more of your comparisons. Michael and Jennifer
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Hey Michael and Jennifer. Thrilled that you are enjoying the channel! I love the 4.8 myself. My ONLY hesitation is the height of that boom if I ever have an issue with the sail. I’m not big on heights. lol. Maybe a furling boom would solve my issue. All the best and Merry Christmas!! D
@bucknaykid4236 Ай бұрын
another informative and entertaining video. Istillsay the Portifino is the best. Have you ever done a video on the Maverick 440?
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Thanks so much! I have not yet done anything on Maverick. They are not common at the boat shows, but I will certainly keep a lookout! Thanks for watching. D
@seawench555 Ай бұрын
Absolutely agree 💯 Portofino (Rafael) and his crew are all incredibly talented Professional people, these catamaran are not only amazingly safe, but they are style, cerfistication and Eli-Gence. Watch this space, because Portofino will be the Company to beat, I hope one day I get to just see one in the flesh, I know I'll be drooling.🇦🇺😁
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting. I’m anxious to see one as well. D
@Sugarsail1 Ай бұрын
Some dock lines are not made of rope.
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Hi Sugarsail. Not sure I understand your comment. D
@killa_gram Ай бұрын
3m$? very expensive for 55ft. and very much . There is very little space in the floats.
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Hi Killa. Thanks for watching. Sadly, $3M is no longer expensive I. This category of Cat. Thanks for watching.
@killa_gram Ай бұрын
@navalgazingatcampdavid Hello Captain. Unfortunately, everything you like is always expensive. we don't have time to save up) Thank you for your videos, this is the best thing in yt!
@Capitalist_Pig314 Ай бұрын
I would be very interested to get your opinion of the Island Spirit 525 and the 525 Electric. There are a new one coming out that seem interesting but like all new boats I’m kind of jaded because I’ve had so much problem with cheap components and things like that And getting ripped off on options. They all want to charge you $3000 for a cushion and $10,000 for a table and on and on until you add a half $1 million to the price and then you have to go through the new Boat warranty process because they don’t get it right the first time, thank you I have a Bally Catspace that I’m gonna try to sell. If they had spent an extra 10 or 20,000 on quality components you would be a good boat because it’s a very nice design and use of space you’re the Xquisite boats are really nicely done, and he backs up his boats with good warranty crew in the Bahamas. He just unbuild a boat model that you could put into luxury charter very easily.
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Hi Capitalist. I couldn’t agree with you more. One viewer I spoke to solved this by buying a boat with almost no options and then having a yard add them all aftermarket. He got twice the quality at half the price. I also agree with your comment about Xquisite. Tamas and his team are top drawer! Thanks for watching. D
@Capitalist_Pig314 Ай бұрын
I would be very interested to get your opinion of the Island Spirit 525 and the 525 Electric. There are a new one coming out that seem interesting but like all new boats I’m kind of jaded because I’ve had so much problem with cheap components and things like that And getting ripped off on options. They all want to charge you $3000 for a cushion and $10,000 for a table and on and on until you add a half $1 million to the price and then you have to go through the new Boat warranty process because they don’t get it right the first time, thank you
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
I’m very interested in getting onboard a Spirit Island 525. Hopefully very soon. Thanks for watching!
@fukkyoutube Ай бұрын
me personally i want an aluminum cat (wanted one long before all the youtubers announced they were buying ir building one) for the saftey and the ability to lightly beach it to scrap and service the hulls but also for doing the arctic circle edit:honestly id do a steel cat but haven't ever seen one and i think cats have to be careful with weight
@SAdam-hv2mr Ай бұрын
Great video Dave as usual! hope you do an Explocat 52 soon, I have one on order April 25 delivery, they have a bunch of new options I was able to get in time, island beds 3 sides in owner hull and port aft, outdoor kitchen by helm w/Fridge and so many more! Cheers 🥂
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
OOOhhh you lucky, lucky guy!!!!! What a wonderful yacht!!! With an island bed and outdoor kitchen it is almost PERFECT! Please stay in touch and send pictures!!!!
@weiwu8018 Ай бұрын
I will
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Sorry. Don’t understand. D
@jnwood8611 Ай бұрын
In your chart of side by side pricing, you have the Slyder sail away price at $US2,898,585. In your comparables, you have the sail away price at $US2,135,483.
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Arrggghh!! You are so right! Good catch. I forgot to sub-in the manual sale-away that only added the $250ish Euro. I caught it late, built a new chart and forgot to swap out the old. Very sorry!
@levihofstra578 Ай бұрын
Hi David, wanted to note that you used the wrong (salon) lay-out for the balance 502, it has the living-room styled couch on portside and the forward-facing navstation on starboard side! Also the sail-away of the 502 is 2,3 million usd pre-tax.
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Thanks. I’m no longer sure where the layout came from. I normally grab it off the web site but I see the website layout aligns with the renders now. At the time of production, I noted that the layout did not align with the renders. Looking back, the layouts certainly appear to be Balance originals so somewhere along the line, things switched up. Re sail-away… that is a bit of a moving target as there is no specific definition for sail away. I use a base+50% and am usually within 5% any time I run a detailed option study. Regardless, I always let folks know the logic and warn them it’s just an approximation. Thanks for watching! D
@themountainwillfall5274 2 ай бұрын
Go Sylvia! 🎉😂
@navalgazingatcampdavid 2 ай бұрын
I’ll pass on the encouragement! Thanks for watching! D
@themountainwillfall5274 2 ай бұрын
Hahaha, that intro totally got me. Subbed! Im on a similar mission, but with a 2030 eta. See ya then 😂
@navalgazingatcampdavid 2 ай бұрын
Thrilled you enjoyed it! We will have to meet up out there some day. D
@movieklump 2 ай бұрын
This is a sailing boat not a condo.
@navalgazingatcampdavid 2 ай бұрын
lol! Point taken. Thanks for watching.
@caza00caza 2 ай бұрын
Portofino have said they have saved lots of weight from their original design and that the vessel is will be closer to 16,500kg. Laser welding is now being utilised which uses far less material and they have a lighter tender lift mechanism to name a few places weight will be reduced.
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Hi Caza. That is very good news. The weight, almost always goes up...not down LOL.
@itamare_official Ай бұрын
Hi @caza00caza thank you for mentioning the lightness of our tenderlift that we made for Portofino, we are proud of the light and simple system with the ability to stop the platform even in the middle position.
@caza00caza 2 ай бұрын
Visited portofino in mid November and got on both hulls and speaking with Rafael about all the innovations was really amazing. Our p52 will be ready in 2027
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Hey Caza...You have a 52 on orter!? I am soooooo jealous!! If you have a chance, please send me videous following the build process that I can share. All the best! Dave.
@espoir203 2 ай бұрын
salut pas d infos sur le r8
@navalgazingatcampdavid Ай бұрын
Salut Espoir. Merci de regarder. Je n'ai pas vraiment suivi le R8, car c'est tellement énorme et complètement hors de ma cible. Cependant, maintenant que tu me le demandes, je vais essayer de préparer quelque chose pour toi. Bonne chance ! Dave.
@espoir203 Ай бұрын
@@navalgazingatcampdavid merci
@JimmyGee-s3i 2 ай бұрын
barge
@navalgazingatcampdavid 2 ай бұрын
Oh Jimmy!! Don't say it!
@gbsailing9436 2 ай бұрын
Dave you might care to check out "The Barefoot Doctors Sailing" channel as they are in the process of building a Portofino 52 and have many many videos on both the build and sailing choices they need to make for their boat. John and Eli are very normal Aussies and welcome all and sundry to help support their channel/build and Mental health efforts via their website. They do reward channel and patreon supporters with sails and visits on their yachts. So I would assume that would carry on into the future with their new 52! I can't recommend them enough to follow, befriend, and support on both channels seeing how you need much of the information that they have already acquired. Seek them out here: www.youtube.com/@barefootdoctorssailing8567
@StephenHung2274 2 ай бұрын
Love your humor! Edit: Absolutely appreciate the depth you've gone to for this video. I would go for the portofino52 as well. Such an elegant boat with amazing innovations and creature comforts.
@navalgazingatcampdavid 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Steph! D