Amel 55 boat test - Yachting Monthly

Yachting Monthly test the new 55 footer from the French boat builders Amel. Famous for their long distance blue water cruisers, Amel 55 stayed true to their roots for this stylish ketch

[@mboyer68]

In my opinion the Amel line of boats are the best in the world. Not only are their boats solid, beautiful, and well thought out, but the story of the company tops it off. The man who started the company, Henri Amel, did so at age 50 if I remember correctly, and he worked until he passed away at age 92...and he was practically blind since being injured during wwii. What a man, what a story! Between the incredible boats they produce, the story of Henri Amel, and the fact that he gave a reported 90% of his company ownership to his employees upon his death makes Amel boats, in my opinion, the best boats in the world.

[@jtkilroy]

Nobody does a better boat review than Chris Beeson! All others on KZbin doing boat reviews can learn a lot here.

[@fuckingSickOfCreepyG]

He makes me want to buy all the boats.

[@ZoneTelevision]

Totally agree.. The dude is hilarious . he's so matter of fact, almost stoic .. I can't help but crack up at some of his diatribe.

[@edplow5917]

get your head out of your ass.worst sound on you-tube-its called a wind sock.if they show this do they know anything.

[@ZoneTelevision]

ed plow huh?

[@earthangel8730]

Wonderfully informative tour by someone who really knows what he's talking about. Beautiful yacht too.

[@ramuskavancummins7784]

Thats funny.. The Delos boat is why I came to this look through also... I have to say I have learned more about boats in general and emergency procedures from Yachting Monthly... Thanks guys.. All well done!!

[@petervobr8842]

My life will not be complete until I have one. I too have the SV Delos and her crew to blame for my Amel obsession.

[@warwickchristian5682]

Me to...!

[@PlainStraightShooter]

We in the same boat. SV Delos is a big influence and I have researched a lot of boats over the months and AMEL is one of the best in safety and comfort I think.

[@artistaloca4]

@@PlainStraightShooter and durability 😁

[@tamanduaa]

@@PlainStraightShooter So true,friend. Really, really great bluewater cruisers!

[@tamanduaa]

Yeap! Me too.

[@briannelson670]

I missed the wonderful detailed approach of the presenter. Bring this man back!

[@GrumpyOldMan9]

Best boat presenter on youtube

[@edplow5917]

you must be deft . worst sound on you-tube

[@dermotconvery669]

Agreed

[@thePronto]

@@edplow5917 Have you ever been to a marina? That is what it sounds like: wind in the standing rigging. Nevertheless, we can still clearly hear what he is saying. Plus, this guy delivers all the relevant information in the shortest amount of time, almost as if he designed the boat himself. Quite unlike 90% of the competition, who seem to have never sailed a yacht and/or they don't understand the difference between form and function.

[@ZoneTelevision]

He really is quite extensive. and concise.

[@stefkerst4414]

+1 really enjoyed watching it. Nice work. Thank you

[@chrisking7977]

Another delos fan been here! Amel might need to sponsor delos crew in some way!

[@sinimini]

Chris King After watching their vids it leaves you in no doubt what you would choose to sail the world.

[@hunsadersrockinranch]

Chris King delos! I love that Channel!

[@akajeremy]

Chris King ha, couldnt agree more. These yachts are incredible

[@danieltimothy3306]

Agreed

[@jonlaw2010]

That's why I'm here! Give those kids a boat already!

[@MrPaddy1000111]

"They are leather trimmed so it doesnt bang shut or creek" As you walk along the floor and it creeks like mad haha!

[@movieklump]

I wish Chris Beeson would do more reviews. He is second to none.

[@MrOohBattman]

I keep coming back to these videos and this reviewer, best boat reviews on KZbin.

[@edrosenberger6947]

I've always had a thing for Amel vessels.....and this was well presented by Chris Beeson whom is a master at presentation. Wish these ships were less expensive....$895,000 (2013 Base Price) is a bit above my means.

[@waynefederico9396]

Hello Chris, That was the most pleasant presentation we have ever seen. you could sell a rock if it could float.. Thank you.... Wayne Myrtle Beach ~~ look us up if ever in town ~~

[@pashazamani1230]

SV Delos brought me here too, in fact long time ago lol Amel should start sponsoring Delos drew with a new boat!

[@neversurrender5798]

+Pasha Zamani I don't think they just give away million dollar yachts honestly. Plus they only have 75K subs...Which is basically nothing.

[@TheOrIsItSomethingWo]

+NeverSurrender bit for the sailing world that's quite alot

[@pk13910]

+Pasha Zamani And Beneteau should sponsor LaVagabonde.

[@pashazamani1230]

true, i honestly think LaVagabonde deserves even a bigger and nicer boat! they are a very nice and cute couple!

[@TheWearyEagle]

Delos brought me to this demonstration also . . . lot of bucks

[@MBrln-no8vd]

A bit too friendly review. Wasn't there anything to criticise on rhis boat? Suspicious.

[@robertskinner1799]

He talks about fit and fiddle in the forward cabin in regards to the deck and having no squeaks. He takes one step and you hear a squeak :(

[@SA-zv4wr]

These SV Delos beggars give a bad name to Amel. All that delos spamming is so irritating. And Sad. I feel sorry for these people who do the begging for SV Delos people who are I am sure getting tens of thousands of US$ every month from their episodes. And that poor soul watching youtube (in his/her cramped apartment ) delos episodes get the urge to beg for another boat for SV delos' handsomely subsidized trips in paradise. Really sad.

[@RoveRomania]

this guy is best presenter

[@dermotconvery669]

Agreed

[@kimmovanttinen]

Agreed

[@alexmakarov4022]

Этот лучший обозреватель говорит так, как будто кашу жуёт. Ничего не понятно.

[@SA-zv4wr]

Apparently the French first build, then design. So many things that is mentioned as "this part changed to...".

[@Pyron27]

Amel should just give the Delos crew an whole new boat for 2016 so that everyone can watch and enjoy.

[@ninline2000]

There is nothing wrong with the one they have. It's very nearly as big as this but faster. They've sailed over 80 thousand miles and will probably sail another 80,000 at least.

[@markrushton4631]

And they have enough money to buy at lest three new boats buy now , have a look at how much they get from just one you tub video , you will be amazed, not counting all the other money they get.

[@artistaloca4]

@@markrushton4631 It's hard work and they pay attention to detail.

[@markrushton4631]

@@artistaloca4 You dont' know what hard work is then.

[@hectorharvey2227]

A comprehensive video from a man who knows his subject. However, the direction of this video is sorely lacking. Rather than shooting the subject of the shot the videographer instead stayed trained on the host. So, when the host directs us to a certain feature of the boat rather than being able to see what he is talking about we instead have a view of him talking. Such a waste of time and effort if the videographer has no real concept of what the finished video will actually show.

[@yougivemeoneOK]

Had to laugh, with all the changes being made why show us this boat. This has changed, their moving that over there, changed this changed that. lol Great review of someone's boat. Maybe you will get a chance to do the newer model with all the completed changes.

[@kickstar126]

Main salon is way too tight for a 55" boat I think for a light production boat I will go 9 foot up and spring for a Jeanneau 64 much more room better use of the space and looks less cobbled. also, although I have heard of Amel, I know nothing of their reliability when cruising.

[@SuperRobMonster]

This is no light production boat, however it is one of the most reliable, well built world cruisers available. You wouldn't catch me sailing the southern ocean in that Jeanneau, however Amels have been doing it for decades.

[@Three_Random_Words]

First post - almost trollish, plus a 64 footer is much more expensive. edit - then again it might be quality vs quantity, so maybe not.

[@chrisc7265]

"You'll have money to buy this boat" Oh nice I'll have money to buy this boat!

[@deanmacka4975]

Mate great job at presenting this boat, love the way you do that. I never know if your taking the piss out of it , but great job and one great dry boat . Top stuff mate

[@hellohellohello6847]

Delos now makes $45000+ a month. They can easily afford one of these!! Thy are just greedy!!

[@tesoro7788]

Hello hello hello !!!! Are you serious ? I don’t believe they make that much...how did you figure that out?

[@pornstarlivesmatter3319]

@@tesoro7788 yea they make about 55 grand a month with patreon and paypal ad sense ect.

[@Halcyonyachts]

We delivered an Amel to Gibraltar last month. Fabulous yacht!

[@JeanPhilippeVAY]

Did you make a video ?

[@bbbf09]

Would hope so for over a million £. An expensive thing!

[@LFeltrin13]

19:46 "You know I'd live here..." :)

[@nomoretelly]

Really informative. Good down to earth presentation. Well done and thank you.

[@fletchlives66]

Great detail from Yachting Monthly as usual. Cheers

[@goldenladyfun]

Here is my problem. I recently started watching videos from Brian SV Velos. Its about a group of guys and gals who sail around the Pacific having a blast. Guess what kind of boat they have? You guessed it Amel Maramu 55 +/-. Now I am hooked and no other boat appeals to me. But my bigger mistake was showing that boat to my wife. She thinks that that is what a sailboat should be like. Sorry Joshua Slocum, but Chantiers is way ahead of the pack with that boat and I am in love. Now I just have to come up with the money. Great review.

[@iainholder8785]

Me too! I love the Delos blog. I've watched nearly all their videos in the past couple of weeks. These boats a very spendy if you buy brand new..

[@ianBeer123]

Brian's boat is actually an Amel 53 Super Maramu built in 2000 which would have been a very early version Super Maramu. I know another guy who is sailing a 1987 Amel 46 Maramu hardtop and the improvements and upgrades are very noticeable in the Super Maramu. Even more was added on the Amel 54 version including the stay sail rigging, more cabin bells and whistles, etc.. The Amel 55 added further features and improvements, especially to the hardtop cockpit. If you really want to drool over a boat have a look at the Amel 64!! It enters the world of Super Yachts imo... and is also in that price range! :) PS... Brian SV Delos is so popular now that I've suggested to Brian that perhaps he ought to approach Amel about some kind of sponsorship since he's drawn so much attention to these beautiful blue water sailing yachts. :)

[@offplanetevent]

ianBeer123 Thats why I'm viewing this video, its because of SV Delos and crew. I retire in 6 years and I'm buying ( as of now at least ) an Amel or a Kanter , a previously owned vessel or sale the house in order to get a new one.

[@goldenladyfun]

offplanetevent My dream boat. I wish you great joy with it.

[@ThomasMeeks]

Yep, another Delos / Amel fan from watching their videos. Too funny to find others here for the same reason!

[@marinkovicmilos]

I am also Amel fan because of SV Delos and crew ! :)

[@michaelzietlow280]

Having the sink near the center line is pretty smart. Most Yachts put it on the side so it doesn't drain properly while healed on long passages.

[@2HotxBuns2]

An excellent look at this great boat, however as an Amel owner, I am disappointed that there was no look at the spacious engine room compartment which allows easy access to all the machinery for maintenance.

[@SeaJayBelfast]

11:21 you'd be a brilliant waiter.

[@kenhiett5266]

This English gentleman was born to present yachts. I find myself wanting to watch another just so I can see another incredibly charmed presentation. I'm glad he isn't my salesman as he would likely have me buying a boat 4 times my budget while I'm simultaneously offering him a night with my wife.

[@wynnroberts5388]

Brilliant assessment and detailed description and demonstration. All sailboat runs through should be so good! Lovely boat too! Well done Amel.

[@MrMarkandMsCindy]

Delos is an Amel Super Marnau 53 (not a 54). We have the same boat. We are about ready to set sail for about 10 years.

[@offplanetevent]

Can I be Brady ?

[@MBrln-no8vd]

This Amel is a slow-moving apartment which is too slow for a big sailing boat.

[@mboyer68]

If you were far offshore in a bad 48 hour storm...what boat would you prefer to be on? I'll take the Amel any day.

[@MBrln-no8vd]

@@mboyer68 In such a weather I wonder how it would perform as Amels seem to have shallow draughts (Even for Amel 60, only 2,35m). On the other hand, I give it to you that I definitely would prefer an aliminum Amel to a vinylester Swan or Euphoria in Antarctica... Or everywhere a safer feeling in gereral.

[@kevinfisher1345]

"notice these lil leather fillets so it doesn't slam shut. It fits very nicely and doesn't squeek." Followed by him closing it, stepping on it and hearing it squeek lol. As well as hearing it squeek even prior to him opening it. It is very well designed boat though.

[@polok890]

you can get a used amel 53 fur $100,000. id like the draft to be shallower and have a full keel

[@yougivemeoneOK]

polok890 I never seen one for 100,000 it must be REALLY old. S/V Delos fan here! Thanks polok890

[@jmac838]

More like $250k to $300 for SuperMarus

[@vn3801]

delos fans everywhere!! great review wish I could have one

[@pashazamani1230]

could you do a review like this on a newer Amell 55 and specially Amel 64?

[@jamesjardinella7440]

nice presentation, thank you

[@MichaelOZimmermannJCDECS]

Best boat review I have watched on YT, hands down!

[@TravelStyleNews]

Wow, great review, I just need the money! ;-/

[@topoftheleague8814]

Been watching a lot of walk throughs and reviews and this is simply streets ahead of the others... still room for more detail and sad really that its a model shown that is experiencing massive change... would of liked to see engine room and freezer... Also the thinking around just a washing machine on the 55 and not the double washer and dryer of the 54... Feel the forward double cabin will suit some and not others... think the 54 is better set out in the forward... Also a help would be how these holding tanks and keel grey water storage are used/emptied... will look to see if you have done a more recent 55 review... But thank you... whilst I raise points... I do feel still... its a great review!

[@the.magnus]

The should call this guy “Mumbles”

[@thomasjeffersoncry]

It would be good to know how tall the host is, which would help viewers determine ceiling heights in these boats he displays. Being a tall man I would very much need to know this info when thinking about purchasing a boat. Great host! And three cheers for the Delos Crew!

[@thefireman2854]

+thomasjeffersoncry He mentioned in another review that he is 6'1".... I am tall too, so I am always looking where the top of his head is in these reviews.

[@OneFoot1967]

Delos rocks!

[@sfopaladin2661]

The most comprehensive review I have ever seen on any yacht out there. Excellent work! Not many areas that you missed.

[@hippiehillape]

love amel, love delos tribe... a lotto ticket away from the 50, solo no ketch for me

[@Halcyonyachts]

Very nice,,, Another great Amel!

[@pete49327]

Unreal, I too was brought here after being introduced to the Amel line via the S/V Delos youtube video series. I think theirs is a 53 Super Amel. Like this one, very well designed with redundancy a primary trait.

[@yakovmedongsack]

Dinky rudder assembly for a 55 ft yacht

[@donjvalley]

Yes, I have to blame S/V Delos, too!!! I want three of these, one for the Cayman Islands, one for the Hawaiian Islands and one for Hamilton Island in Australia.....

[@QUANTUMRohan]

donjvalley If you need 3 of these for 3 different islands, I'm not sure you've grasped the concept of blue ocean cruisers? ;)

[@donjvalley]

Rohan Pritchard There is plenty of distance between the three locations --- with 30,000 islands in the SE Asia/Pacific area, alone. That allows time for routine maintenance and there are also climate advantages, as in 'endless summer' to living/sailing about 4-months in each location, etc...Besides, I'll miss my golf, tennis and grandkids if I'm always sailing/cruising. To each his own, just have fun in the sun, regardless of boat size...

[@DOCCAREY]

donjvalley Cheers... If me I would just buy one for Australia as much more cruising grounds and the boat would be put to good use :) Other areas I would save the money and buy a less expensive production boat! Like you said, to each his own :)

[@donjvalley]

mike carey Australia is very beautiful, for sure!!! As long as I'm "wishing", I might as well take it to the 'extreme'... I certainly don't have the 'youth or experience' like the Delos crew; especially Brady and Josje, to get jobs on 115ft or a Swan 100 boat, so I have to imagine something else...Cheers...

[@prowlerjames1552]

You take time to open and show a 1 foot rope locker but don't open the giant engine room....lazy

[@Solstice42]

Delos Tribe Member - future AMEL Owner's Club!

[@Bruiser38]

Amel 64 review please

[@70snostalgia]

Completely agree; so nice to not listen to another fucken sales pitch. Just the facts.

[@hdaviator9181]

That cockpit is great for cold northern weather. But for being out in the Caribbean or more tropical climates in general, I can imagine the cockpit being a bit of a blunder. Not only heat, but also because sailing stops being fun at that point when everything is automated and enclosed. Incredible ship though.

[@offplanetevent]

Look at the Kanter , most of them have dual helms , one in like this one and one aft.

[@Moody10050]

yes except alot of builder's now are offering the single helm because they're deeper and safer in rough seas

[@puterausman7682]

the only reason i look at this boat is because SV Delos. it turn out to be a nice ocean going boat.

[@joelibby7739]

I actually saw this review 2 days before discovering SV Delos. Took me a few episodes to figure out they're on an Amel Super, uh something. :)

[@hippiehillape]

super maramu

[@Wakeywhodat]

Delos, now that I have that out of the way I must say that the presenter in this video is spot on.

[@robertlee8042]

29 years from now where are you going to get the curved windshield?

[@vailclewley9025]

Have a look at Elley Grey a grp St.Malo pilot cutter replica from 1896 , delivered 2012 stunning !! better equipped ! built for a couple to sail the world and much cheaper vat payed .

[@bpmrox]

lose the dishwasher, add another 2 zoomable and toggling outward looking cameras...one bow and one stern. I'd also like 2 wireless touch screen pilot position monitors added. Also an app to monitor the boat and cameras while away would be really nice. Rig for twin headsails... I also think there should be a security system added... gotta think the specs through but use at anchor / mooring while sleeping or on away mission... motion detectors, alarm, strobe and auto flood lighting... alerts send to monitors and smartphone. Ok, thanks - I'll take mine in burnt orange with silver trim. Please and thank you.

[@tomwilliams8675]

I agree, best boat presenter ever. I fell in love with this boat type following SV Delos.

[@medicnardRN]

alot of s/v delos fan here... me too!! ☺☺☺

[@michaelvanwinkle7919]

Beautiful Boat. An Anchor Washer! What oppulence.

[@ianrkav]

This boat is for a couple? So just two people could sail it? Interesting. I like that protected helm:-)

[@NeonsStyleHD]

Nice but the camera spent too much time on u rather than looking at what ur talking about

[@johnadams9044]

For perfection, all you need is $1,100,000.

[@kinghiscott]

Is that horrible noise from the wind blowing through all the lines and mast? Also have recently just gotten into the idea of sailing and your reviews are make me more interested, love your brash approach.

[@rsuriyop]

Just curious, does this guy ever do any reviews on sailing yacts that are maybe 30 ft or smaller? The bigger ones that I've seen him review look extremely nice. But unfortunately not all of us have the money to afford any of them! :)

[@lylel5707]

I don't think he is mumbling but I find it so difficult understanding him. I don't think he opened a his mouth. He talks through his nose. He knows his stuff, I think.

[@starlight7830]

When are you going to review the Amel 64 yacht !!!!!!

[@davem5333]

Just a landlocked wannabe sailing vagabond with unsatisfied wanderlust. I like the Amel with is ease of handling. And really like the idea of watertight bulkheads. I think one would be very foolish to venture offshore without it.

[@kimberlyvanderpool2634]

The Amel is great, but this guy is better. There were moments where I wasn't even paying attention to exactly what he was saying but rather enjoying watching him.

[@tjonessc]

Who builds the electric furling masts for Amel? Slick operation...

[@9thGenerationCajun]

SV/Delos introduced me to these amazing boats.

[@joesamson8666]

Uncomfortably over-touching! That boat must feel violated..

[@marcpackey293]

Does anyone know how tall this guy is? I'm 6'5" and I often think in terms of headroom. Thanks in advance!

[@Whitemoon548]

Please Chris, make a review on the new Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 48. We were thinking to buy that boat!!

[@WoodCutter117]

Best walk through I have ever seen!

[@jabulga]

An updated Super Maramu....same layout ...slightly bigger...modernised..but very good all the same. If you want to sail like this round the world you could buy a Super Maramu 2000 (53ft) for around 300,000 Euro...very similar in most aspects and a lot less expensive..!!

[@realitysaling]

Definitely I fine sailing vessel. Got to put this in the wish list. Let me know if you need a skipper for a delivery to the USA.

[@michaelrandold4656]

Even if I could afford the 64, I'd rather buy this one. It just feels like home(even on video)..

[@hillar09]

Very complete presentation, major item missing, engine room and generator possibilities.

[@detectivegainz3635]

Beautiful boat but on my budget I’m going to be freezing my ass off on an Oceanis.

[@whocares4199]

He looks at amal 55 review while trying to buy the cheapest sigma 33 he can find.

[@Spiked2005]

Good informative video, would have thought a wind sock would be part of the camera gear?

[@Rottingboards]

You do a great overview.

[@andrewkay9425]

I'm sorry but I think he's a super arrogant smug twerp and I turn off every time he appears.

[@ozjohnno]

Fantastic Piece of kit. Now I know what I am getting when my lucky numbers come up!

[@Duh6666666]

Chris Beeson is by far the best boat presenter you have ever had, please bring him back!

[@wadesaleeby2172]

Is that Bic pen for your power point presentation?🤔

[@BertMerlin57]

Please come back!!,... your reviews was the best!!!

[@12comrades]

imagine how much money you have to have in England to buy a boat, in America more average people can afford this boat.

[@rporther]

Same here for SV Delos. Yes the crew have indeed ( perhaps cleverly so ) marketed the boat obo the manufacturer, so yes Amel ought to sponsor if they haven't done so already. Right that's my plug for the Delos crew! Saw an interview with John Kretschmer who stated that boat design and which part of the world one sails determine the kind of yacht one would purchase. So effectively there's no "best"for every sea and ocean. My intent is not to denigrate any manufacturer's product , here to learn. In Kretschmer's book " Sailing a Serious Ocean: Sailboats, Storms, Stories and Lessons Learned from 30 Years at Sea " ( no plug intended ), there is a top positive review October 6, 2014 one should read. 1. Where is the rudder located on the Amel? 2. If I wish to fully enjoy the sun, breeze and spray say island-hopping in the Caribbean, can the spray hood windscreens be removed? And yes please confirm if they are acrylic or polycarbonate. 3. Aren't there any boats, where the salon table shaft can be slid into the hull if not used so that there is more room when not used of if there is rough weather? 4. How high is the water line? 5. Hold on...great access to the helm's electricals but where do you store food items?

[@wibblywobbly1234]

There's no gym or sauna. I'm not roughing that!

[@gkarjala]

Nauticat haz Sauna!!!

[@richardstuivenberg4618]

Every time he says stowage. Take a shot.