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November 2019

"First library to Russell" on new Beneteau 46.1 in Coastal Classic

20 November 2019 | 36 Degrees News
"First library to Russell" on new Beneteau 46.1 in Coastal Classic

With chilled beers and iced rum, the debrief aboard Beneteau 46.1 ‘Checkmate’ unfolded in style while the crew joked about being the “first library to Russell” in this year’s Coastal Classic. The saloon bookshelf is just one of the numerous cruising features on the newly commissioned boat, which finished 5th online... Continue Reading

Excess Catamaran Award Nominations

1 November 2019 | 36 Degrees News
Excess Catamaran Award Nominations

The all new Excess Catamaran range has been nominated for a string of prestigious international awards after its debut release at the Cannes Yachting Festival. The first two models of the line; 12 and 15, are both set for their first-ever award nominations. Nominations for this innovative new line include Sail... Continue Reading


October 2019

Perks of cruising in the PIC Coastal Classic

21 October 2019 | 36 Degrees News
Perks of cruising in the PIC Coastal Classic

The last stretch of the PIC Coastal Classic is often the most painful, even for the raciest of yachts. Lagoon 450 ‘Magique’s owner Dave Saggs knows this feeling all too well, having competed in previous editions of the the iconic Kiwi yachting event. “We’ve often made good time to Cape Brett, but... Continue Reading


August 2019

Excess Catamaran in Sight

8 August 2019 | Beneteau
Excess Catamaran in Sight

The all new Excess Catamaran has officially splashed, unveiling impressive first look images of the 12 and 15 models. An exciting transition from the virtual sphere to the real one, the Excess has character, and is sure to spice things up in the Cat world. Revealed is a sleek grey hull with... Continue Reading