The Nordhavn 80 Has Been Described As A 'Petite Superyacht'

Earlier today, I wanted to get a feel from my subscribers about which video they would like to see next on my channel. Judging by the results of my poll, there wasn't much of a debate!
The Nordhavn 80 is a sleek, smooth and modern Nordhavn that has been created to bridge the gap between the Nordhavn 76 and the Nordhavn 86 and 96.
The Nordhavn 80 has been designed to be handled by the owners and a captain or the owners and a single crew member.
Being 80ft in length overall, the N80 is probably just a bit too big to be single-crewed for any considerable length of time.
The Nordhavn 80 has four staterooms and a dedicated area for up to two crew members. She also has an abundance of large entertainment areas, both inside and out.
In fact, Nordhavn has described the 80 as their Petite Superyacht.
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[@mrjlbarrett5556]

I own a Fleming 72 I like the N80 j sail from LA CA fo Hawala I never herd you talk about the range

[@shannonhaney4670]

One of the main things I liked about your Channel is your love for trawlers, because that where my interest are also. I think you're doing a really good job, thanks.

[@YachtBuoy]

Thank you very much!

[@carlwsanford6364]

When there were only artists' drawings I saw a cabin on the flybridge as an option. Now that hull #1 is in the water that has been removed. Why I thought it was a great idea. The penthouse.

[@michaelwilliams5234]

Absolutely, love the idea of the “Penthouse “.

[@brianshillito4909]

While I love the Nordhavns I always think back to an experience I once had at a dock in Vancouver BC. Like you, I have had a lifetime love affair with boating so have always enjoyed walking the docks and looking at all sized vessels. On one such occasion I came across the first older Feadship I had ever seen up close. She was about 100' steel hull with a classic canoe stern. As it happened the skipper was onboard and I managed to catch his attention for a few minutes to talk about this magnificent vessel. The one thing I remember most was when I asked him what he thought of her, he answered that she was a great sea vessel, albeit a little on the slow side. He told me that she did about 10 knots running fast but averaged about 7.5 to 8 knots on long cruises. He noted that most of the owners friends had vessels which cruised between 10-12 knots and they always got to the next port long before his vessel did. This has always stuck with me. When you think of it, if you were going from Vancouver to Hawaii (approx 2200nm) at 8 knots it would take you 275 hours or 11.5 days, at 10 knots you'd take 220 hours or 9 days, and at 12 knots 183 hours or 7.5 days, hence 4 whole days less at sea than your slower buddies! In good conditions no problem right? But if it gets snotty then those extra days getting tossed around out there do take their toll! Because of this, when looking at long range offshore vessels in this length class I would probably lean towards either a semi displacement type yacht like the new Fleming 85 or the new planing Grand Banks 85 which brags a range of 1000nm @ 20kts and 3000 @ 10kts! With speeds and range like that a vessel could easily pick it's weather and out run most pending storms. Here in Vancouver many yachters like to cruise to Desolation sound for a weekend, approx 120nm, at 8 knots the Nordhavn would take 15 hours to get there, at 12 knots/10 hours and if you had a planing hull like the GB85 you'd be there in 6 hours@ 20 knots, a full 9 hours faster than your full displacement friends! While "getting there" is certainly part of the fun, getting there faster can mean that you can have that much more fun at anchor! Just my 2bits...

[@YachtBuoy]

That’s very true - a few knots can make all the difference when you have got a long-range trip planned. Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching the video 🙌

[@lesliepredium4122]

I like your narration , your calm accent is trustworthy . Keep up the good work . It's. O .K. to sound excited and or happy . We your fans want to feel right along with you .Thanks again sir .

[@YachtBuoy]

Thanks for watching and thanks for the positive feedback 🙌

[@cherrypickerguitars]

I love Nord’s but now I want the new Bering 77!

[@franks.hansen6788]

My thoughts exactly :-)

[@Joetucker1029]

This is an incredible yacht. Great lines and curb (dock) appeal. Thanks for sharing.

[@YachtBuoy]

🙌 thanks for watching and for leaving a comment

[@kcchapman3630]

Oh man, you have the prettiest blue eyes. I'm a huge explorer yet person too but I loose my concentration when your face comes up and i see those blue eyes. I hope you take that as the complement it's meant to be.

[@YachtBuoy]

Lol - thanks! 🙌 they could do with some more sleep but I will blame my 18-month-old daughter for that 😂 thanks for watching

[@Shawnieb]

We would definitely take order one with a sky lounge. And I would love to see an open concept with big open kitchen

[@YachtBuoy]

If you are on Instagram then if you find my profile ‘yacht_buoy’ and go to my post about the N80 then you will find a comment I have pinned from one of Nordhavn’s representatives ‘gseveren’ - send him a message - you will be in good hands 🙌

[@Aftertime1]

Can you do a video on Nordhavn vs Bering?

[@YachtBuoy]

Absolutely 🙌

[@joe6142]

Good video

[@YachtBuoy]

Thanks 🫡🙌

[@Kalaaleq69]

Beautiful beautiful ship, thanks for showing

[@YachtBuoy]

Thanks for watching and for your comment 🙌

[@scottlusardi9111]

All I've have to say about this BEAUTIFUL AMAZING Ship is she's one of a kind...

[@YachtBuoy]

100% - watch this space as hopefully I will have some more footage to bring you.

[@jeffrobdine]

Love the Nordhaven 80, wonder if you could do a bit on the Fleming 65, thank you enjoy your videos!

[@YachtBuoy]

Thanks for watching the video and for your positive feedback 🙌 hopefully, I will be able get aboard a Nordhavn and a Fleming in the not-too-distant-future

[@jeffrobdine]

@@YachtBuoy Thank you!

[@clifbradley]

I like that Nordhavn and Fleming really goes after that owner operator market, but I think anything over 75ft (22 M) is kind of silly to do on your own. Once you get into the 80 ft space though and above, you aren't a casual cruiser anymore and are probably looking to go into more adventurous areas. A captain and deckhand or stewardess/steward would be reasonable. If you wanted to captain the boat yourself and used your traveling companions as deckhands could also work, but you are talking about millionaires. They probably have housekeepers that clean and cook for them. Or if they live on the boat, a yacht management company. So then maybe a stewardess and chef which both could act as deckhands when needed. Certainly 2 crew minimum and maybe a third. Although I love Nordhavn, I think for the money a Sirena 88 or even the 68 would offer just as much capability and definitely more space. Plus 2 hot tubs on the 88. They are about the same price. Having only 3 staterooms on an 80ft yacht seems a bit...lonely.

[@philwshort8037]

Thats the one

[@riosecco4142]

Great Video! I would love to see some footage of the new Berring 77

[@YachtBuoy]

Thanks for watching and for leaving a comment :-) That is definitely something that I am working on #watchthisspace

[@Andy_M986]

The 120 is my Favourite,I also like the Dashews, another brand of high seas capable boats,not as luxurious as a Nordhavn,but still a striking boat.

[@YachtBuoy]

Thanks for watching the video and for the recommendation. I will check the Dashews out 🙌

[@UbiquitousTech]

I knew something about the N76 and N90. I thought there was some talk about an N120. This N80 (over 25m) seems to have a market of its own. There are some who want such a ship for liveaboard. Others may just be boat setting when they aren't in a jet. So if you are called to skipper such a boat, how would you expect an owner to use such a boat/ship?

[@YachtBuoy]

I could see the 80 being operated around the U.S, Canada and the Caribbean :-) Thanks for watching the video and for leaving a comment! Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already :-)

[@jeanettenorman7052]

Question you - how do these ships go in the Southern waters. This is where l live. Miles and miles of rough seas and few safe places to rest up or hide from the elements?

[@EstimatingTakeoff]

I do believe the N80 would be a perfect size, simply breathtaking. Recently saw a walkthrough of the Bering 77 which was also spectacular. I love expedition full displacement yachts. But over the past 2 years I’ve been looking at some 54,60, and 70 power cats. Obviously not expedition yachts but with beams of 25-28 feet makes for a very stable yacht especially at anchor. Nordhavn80 has a beam of I think you showed 22-23 feet. I just feel wider beam yachts may bring more comfort. Thoughts???

[@YachtBuoy]

I think with stabiliser technology the way it is now, most of the sudden jolting is softened whilst at sea. I must admit, I have never been on a power cat in heavy seas but, from what I have seen, they are incredibly stable. Zero speed stabilisers should also keep you steady whilst at anchor too. Good luck with your potential purchase and let me know how you get on :-)

[@EstimatingTakeoff]

@@YachtBuoy thanks for the info. 👍

[@CharlesETerry]

Keep going I stand with you thanks.

[@YachtBuoy]

Thank you, I will

[@paulwood5112]

As nice as the 80 looks the Nordhavn 60 would be my preferred choice should the numbers come up.

[@kennethtape3362]

The nordhavn 80 is a real gem is it not 😃👌

[@YachtBuoy]

She is a great looking vessel

[@frederickchurchouse6083]

Looking at explorer boats in th 80 ft to 105ft range for family use in multiple locations in the world. Love the material

[@YachtBuoy]

Sounds amazing! Which ones are your top three?

[@caseylimbert266]

Can you do one about the world's largest sportfisherman anyway?

[@YachtBuoy]

100% :-) That will be coming up soon #staytuned

[@EstimatingTakeoff]

Very good video. Thank you

[@YachtBuoy]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment

[@alisavas9526]

Great boat, nicely presented! I like the modern and light interior too. Not a great fan of dark and heavy wood. I'd be very interested in what you think about Elling E6. Take care

[@YachtBuoy]

Hi 👋 thanks for the feedback and for watching the video. I am a huge fan of the E6 - I did a video on the E6 a while back - for me, the E6 is one of my top ten boats for high-seas cruising 🌊🌊🌊

[@roberteves2835]

Um N80 or Bering77 🤔

[@YachtBuoy]

Good question! For me, I would need to step aboard each vessel before making my mind up. Which would be your preferred boat?

[@roberteves2835]

@@YachtBuoy I have been a big fun of Nordhavn but their interiors are lacking. The Bering 77 tickets all the boxes for me

[@frederickchurchouse6083]

Have a CApe Horn 75. We operate a boat like this with three Crew so I can relax (we have a 70 ft sailboat that I skipper). Therefore need accommodation for three plus crew, and prefer to have 3/4 cabins for family - these do not have to be big. Like the look of this boat.

[@YachtBuoy]

I LOVE the Cape Horn 75. A vessel that I would quite happily motor into some heavy seas on. Are you on Instagram? If you are, then I would love to follow your voyages!

[@frederickchurchouse6083]

Please keep this feed up

[@YachtBuoy]

Thanks for the comment :-) It is great to be able to connect with so many yachting and boating enthusiasts. Thanks for your support :-)

[@dutchglobetrotter4513]

Friends of mine are owner operating a N74 without crew. Beautiful go anywhere ships, they call their twin 60hp tender a dingy, lovely people though.

[@YachtBuoy]

Huge respect for your friends who own the N74 🙌 sounds like they have got an impressive ‘dingy’ lol

[@dutchglobetrotter4513]

@@YachtBuoy Well I call their dingy a boat, a dingy doesn't have radar, chart plotter, VHF or forward looking sonar.

[@YachtBuoy]

@@dutchglobetrotter4513 exactly! lol

[@stevehanberg2922]

Northhaven 59 postal pilot Can you do a review

[@YachtBuoy]

It’s actually one of my earlier videos 😍 about ten videos ago I think

[@garyinmaine1278]

Where they made?

[@MsMsmak]

I like the traditional interiors much more than this.

[@YachtBuoy]

With the 80, you can have the traditional interior or the Vripack designed interior.

[@MsMsmak]

@@YachtBuoy Ohhh...

[@YachtBuoy]

:-)

[@redzim3435]

North Auburn to Walmart boat

[@franklinfamily1441]

Do not care for the modern look interior. Give my a proper yacht interior, darker paneling well varnished.

[@Grimberian72]

as beautiful the pilot house is, i have to say it looks rather lacking and I prefer the traditional Nordhavn pilot houses

[@LoydChampion]

Beautiful vessel... had me until I heard "John Deere Engines" Never in a boat.... Make them CAT's or Cummins...