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X-99 is a 32 ′ 8 ″ / 10 m monohull sailboat designed by Niels Jeppesen and built by X-Yachts starting in 1985.

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The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

  • SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
  • D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
  • LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
  • LOA: Length overall in feet
  • Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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X-35 review: from the archive

Matthew Sheahan

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X-Yachts' X-35 follows the hugely successful X-99, which has been a firm favourite of cruiser racers for years. But does it live up to its younger sisters reputation?

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She has more gears upwind than you'll know what to do with at first. Credit: X-Yachts Credit: X-Yachts

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When it comes to serious numbers in one ­design yachts, the X-99 rates as one of the most successful designs of modern times, with 600 built since 1985. But after 21 years, the company that created one of the few big-boat classes to have ISAF status has launched its replacement, the X-Yachts X-35.

Given the huge success of the X-99, it’s clear X-Yachts have set themselves a very high target if they are to get anywhere near repeating this success.

But while no specific numbers have been issued on what X-­Yachts expect of this class in years to come, it’s clear they are planning to use a similar technique to kick-start the class.

More than a year ago and with little more than a few drawings to go by, 42 boats were sold in the first month of 2005.

Plans for the launch of the new model involved a distribution strategy to ensure that fleets stood the best chance of sowing the seeds from which future local classes would grow.

After a long wait and much talk, the first few boats are now in the water and the class is close to taking off.

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X-Yachts have attempted to recapture their former success.

Partly through computer graphics being what they are and partly for reasons of cosmetic modesty, the X-­Yachts X-35 isn’t much of a surprise when you first see her.

In fact, she doesn’t stand out at all at the dock – at best she looks typical of a modern X-Yacht.

She has a simple open cockpit, a large wheel and a pair of cockpit seats flanked by shallow coamings. However, she offers a great detail in terms of her control line layout and setup.

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She has more gears upwind than you’ll know what to do with at first.

Closer inspection reveals that, although she doesn’t have a large overlapping headsail and therefore a second set of tracks, she lacks few of the controls of a Beneteau First 34, they’re just incorporated more discreetly. The mainsheet is a good example.

You may not think it is necessary to have a ‘German’ mainsheet system (where the mainsheet is led back along the side decks to a pair of winches fitted on either side of the cockpit) on a boat of just 35ft. I certainly didn’t.

But having just a 2:1 purchase in the mainsheet system keeps the amount of rope in the system to a minimum and helps keep the cockpit clutter-free. The system also means a fine tune is not required, reducing the clutter even further.

On top of this, the mast man can bounce the sheet at its forward end at leeward mark roundings to help rapid sheeting of the mainsail.

Having started out wishing for a more conventional system of blocks and tackles for the mainsheet, when I tried it aboard the Beneteau I didn’t like it.

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Under way she has a solid, dependable, chunky feel to her helm.

The layout of control lines on the top of the coach roof is another example. Here, jammers are staggered lengthwise to make il easier for more crew to reach them from the weather rail.

Such attention to detail suggests that the X will be an easier boat to handle under pressure than the Beneteau.

But elsewhere are clues that this has been at the expense of some practical issues. The lack of an anchor locker won’t trouble many racing sailors – some may see it as an advantage – but the lack of any cockpit lockers could become a nuisance.

‘Small’ interior

Such details on deck turn out to be clues to an accommodation layout that is lacking in several areas once you step below decks and first impressions are of a small interior.

Overall the layout is a simple one, with galley to port, nav station to starboard and a pair of simple settee berths either side of a fixed saloon table.

However, the X-35 has a forward double cabin, which although roomy enough to be used, will no doubt be a waste of space for racing owners.

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The navigation station is fairly cramped.

Having said that, one of the reasons for incorporating such a cabin is to enhance the boat’s value later in life when the heat of the racing scene may have eased.

The same reason for the liberal use of teak in the interior instead of wipe-clean mouldings as was the norm in the IMX-38 and fair enough.

What I found less easy to understand was why the lifting backs to the saloon seating hadn’t been set up to provide an upper berth.

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The X-35’s weakest point is below deck.

With full-width chainplates and no lockers or shelves (although these are an option), there are no obstructions to what would make a decent-sized berth to weather. Or, at the very least, a good and secure place to stow gear and kit bags.

Moving aft, the galley is small and awkward to use, the access to the after­berths restricted. And the top of the engine box has a curved surface and to my mind misses an opportunity to provide handy stowage for winch handles, blocks etc, just where you can get at them.

The lack of stowage is an issue throughout this boat apart from the cavernous space under the forward bunk, which clearly wouldn’t get used in racing trim.

On the starboard side, the outboard­ facing chart table is large and conveniently shares worktop space with the fridge to provide shy navigators with even less reason to come on deck. Overall, I was disappointed with the layout of this boat below decks.

Yet I also have to admit that for all my criticisms and given her primary objective, the accommodation would still not count for much in my own final analysis.

The X-­Yachts X-35 has a sandwich-construction hull and deck, using a combination of biaxial E-Glass and a vinylester resin. Throughout, she is built to the same high standards as the rest of the fleet.

With X-Yachts’ trademark galvanised steel gridwork providing the primary load ­carrying structure in the bottom of the boat, suggesting she’ll be every bit as robust as her sisterships. Whatever the other criticisms, longevity still counts for a lot.

Subtle under sail

If chalk and cheese describe the differences between the X-Yachts X-35 and the Beneteau First 34.7, the expression will also suit the match between the disappointment of the X’s interior with the way she behaves under sail.

I’ve yet to test an X-Yacht that doesn’t feel good on the wheel and the X-35 is no exception. She’s finger-light, even when pressed, she’s sensitive, responsive and has more gears upwind than you’ll know what to do with at first.

She might be plain on the outside but she’s anything but when it comes to sailing her.

Although she’s a doddle to handle in the broad sense, it takes no time at all to realise that she’ll be a very tricky boat to sail well.

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The conventional spinnaker will appeal to more conservative sailors.

To get the best out of her you’ll need patience, total concentration, a magic marker, plenty of tape and a waterproof notebook and pen.

So subtle is the feedback through the wheel that you’ll need to mark and jot down key settings and numbers to build a picture of what makes her tick.

In my opinion, this is just what you need for a good one-design class where performance benefits and top results are achieved through the hard work of crews rather than some technical advantage.

She feels quite a tender boat too (much like the X-99), a fact borne out by her higher sail area:displacement ratio when compared to the Beneteau.

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The X-35 might be plain on the outside, but when it comes to sailing her, she’s anything but.

In just 10 knots of wind and clocking 6.8 knots in flat water she feels fully powered upwind – anymore and you’re dropping the mainsheet traveller down the track.

But while she might feel slightly tender, she remains under control on the helm.

The seating positions for helmsman and crew works well for all. And the control line layout works as well as it looks both upwind and down to make this a very nimble boat around the corners of the racecourse.

In addition, what impressed me was the attention to detail. Such as the rings in the guardwires through which the traveller lines run to keep them to hand.

Or a shockcord retrieval system to pull the spinnaker guy in towards the foredeck to make end-for-end gybing that bit easier for the foredeck crew.

Details like these come as standard. Impressive stuff and a good indication of where the heart of this boat really lies -racing.

The X-­Yachts X-35 may have been designed with one-design racing as the main focus but, depending on how her IRC handicap shapes up she could prove to be a highly competent racer in the handicap scene as well. Something the X-99 never quite achieved on an international scale.

But if all this talk of racing is a little too hot, bear in mind that current X-332 owners are among the new boat’s target market.

Which should provide a rich source of secondhand 332s on the market, albeit with a ‘frequently raced and rallied label’.

First published in the May 2006 issue of YW.

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X-99 Detailed Review

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If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of X-99. Built by X-Yachts and designed by Niels Jeppesen, the boat was first built in 1984. It has a hull type of Fin w/spade rudder and LOA is 9.96. Its sail area/displacement ratio 24.14. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined.

X-99 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about X-99 and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

Boat Information

Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, contributions, who designed the x-99.

X-99 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.

Who builds X-99?

X-99 is built by X-Yachts.

When was X-99 first built?

X-99 was first built in 1984.

How long is X-99?

X-99 is 8.43 m in length.

What is mast height on X-99?

X-99 has a mast height of 12.5 m.

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On top of that, the yacht is fitted with two 2,600 hp MTU engines mated to waterjets. During the first sea trials, she hit 37 knots at full tilt and showcased “great stability and maneuverability,” according to Extra. The yard says she’s also quiet and comfortable below deck.

The cockpit layout has Extra’s unmistakable DNA, with a modern layout and large entertaining spaces. The aft galley is cleverly concealed behind a glass partition that can be lifted or lowered on demand. Elsewhere, there are four large cabins that can accommodate up to 10 seafarers.

Back upstairs, the 800-square-foot outdoor deck features collapsible balconies, a dedicated “lounge zone” with sun loungers and an extendable table that comfortably seat 12. On the starboard side, you’ll find a large garage holding a 13-foot Williams Sportjet tender. There are also two Jet Skis housed in the bow, alongside a hydraulic crane for hauling and launching toys.

Although it’s only been a couple of years since Extra entered the marine industry, the newcomer’s fleet now includes six models ranging from 76 to 130 feet. The yard also recently unveiled a new hybrid catamaran known as the X30 Villa that pairs the space of a superyacht with the efficiency of a multihull. The second X99 Fast will also be based in Miami and will join the first hull across the pond once complete.

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Reporting from the 2023 Cannes Yachting Festival, MBY's Alex Smith takes us on a full tour of the Extra X99 Fast, which was making its global debut...

Whether you’re looking at the 23m entry point, the 40m flagship or the 30m motor cat, Extra Yachts is all about efficient long-range platforms with seductive but practical superyacht -inspired day spaces and cruising facilities. The new Extra X99 Fast is no exception.

With naval architecture by Palumbo Superyachts, exteriors by Guida Design and interiors by Luca Dini, Extra describes the style as “modern Mediterranean flair” and that translates into a layout that majors on alfresco entertainment.

The 75m² aft deck features an unusual semi-external dining zone, which straddles the internal saloon and the expandable open-air cockpit, with an extendable 12-man table and a well placed multi-purpose bar area.

From here, another pair of convivial zones slope down towards the sea – a lounge area with low-slung settees and fold down balconies, and a spacious aft sunpad perched above a big swim platform.

While the 4m Williams Sportjet has a dedicated tender garage on the starboard side, those who want the extra versatility of a pair of jet skis will appreciate the fact that the bow also features a hydraulic crane.

On the inside, the saloon features an aft galley with a drop-down glass partition for extra privacy. It also provides a relaxed bar, plus an L-shaped sofa with armchairs – and rather cleverly, the low-level coffee tables can be raised, creating a second internal dining area.

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Below deck, there is space for up to ten guests in four large cabins, thanks to a pullman bed in each of the two twin cabins, plus a VIP cabin forward and an amidships owner’s cabin that takes full advantage of the 24ft beam.

Given the scale of all these spaces, the flybridge seems surprisingly short, with a deck that encompasses little more than a quarter of the overall length. Accessed via a stairwell from the starboard side deck, it provides a distinctly intimate relaxation zone with sun loungers, a dining table and a bar.

But while it’s certainly more compact than most upper decks, the reason for that revolves around the driving dynamics. After all, this is not some vast, ponderous floating hotel.

As the name suggests, the Extra X99 Fast is a genuinely sporting motoryacht and, in spite of a length just shy of 100ft, it backs that up with a top speed not far short of 40 knots, thanks to a lightweight carbon-fibre-infused planing hull and a trio of MAN V12-2000s or a pair of MTU 2,600hp units hooked up to waterjets.

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LOA: 99ft 1in (30.20m) Beam: 24ft 0in (7.3m) Engines: Twin 2,600hp MTU / Triple 2,000hp MAN V12s Top speed: 37-45 knots Price: Available upon application

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EXTRA X99 Fast is a concentrate of power and volume to provide guests with great livability and fun on board.

The naval architecture designed by Palumbo Superyachts and the comprehensively studied exteriors by the Guida Design studio have led to the creation of a 30-metre model, with a planing hull in composite and carbon fiber, capable of reaching a maximum speed of 37 knots. The unmistakable external lines with a marked and dynamic personality combined with external and internal spaces with a modern Mediterranean flair.

The focal point of the new EXTRA X99 Fast is certainly the stern which distributes its 75 square metres (thanks also to the collapsible balconies) over 3 convivial areas sloping down towards the sea: the beach area, the lounge area furnished with sun loungers and sofas and finally the dining area fitted with extendable table to sit up to 12 people and multi-purpose console. The desired effect is that of a return to nature, sea and leisure.

The interiors are by Luca Dini – Design & Architecture studio which for this project selected nuances of sand which become more materialized and masculine with the addition of inserts of steel and leather in different shades of grey, as well as natural leather coverings on walls and floor. 

The environment is embellished by the use of square oak strips that alternate with a uniform rhythm, generating coverings with rigorous and symmetrical lines. All interspersed with smoked-effect black lacquered glass.

The use of marble is scrupulous, the Calacatta Borghini and the Golden Spider appear below deck to embellish convivial and reserved corners.

The interior layout merges with the exterior one thanks to the aft galley which, through an up/down glass partition, is able to enliven more informal moments or become a space for the exclusive use of the chef. The transformism typical of the Extra models signifies the search for innovative and flexible solutions for the daily use of the boat.

The main deck saloon offers great comfort and in addition to the enveloping L-shaped sofa with armchairs there is also a comfortable bar. The coffee tables serving the sofas can be transformed into a table thanks to an up/down mechanism, to ensure a second internal dining area.

The sun deck, accessible through an external staircase on the starboard side, reserves maximum privacy and is furnished with several sun loungers, a dining table with up/down movement and a bar.

Below deck, we find 4 cabins, two of which with twin beds and a pulman bed, a VIP cabin and the owner’s cabin positioned amidships to take advantage of the 7.3-metre maximum beam.

The 4-metre tender is housed in a dedicated garage on the starboard side.

Driven by two 2600hp MTU engines combined with water jets, at maximum speed X99 Fast enjoys stability and great maneuverability as well as being absolutely silent below deck for extreme comfort on board.

The X99 Fast model, optimized for the American market, will be exhibited at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2023 and subsequently based in Miami.

Extra Yachts is a brand of ISA yachts and belongs to the Palumbo Superyachts group. Thanks to the investments made to date, Extra offers all Owners an excellent assistance service and the construction quality of a superyacht thanks to the shipyard’s over 50-year experience.

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Basic specs..

X-99 is typically equipped with an inboard Bukh DV10 diesel engine at 10.0 hp (7 kW), which gives a max speed about 4.9 knots.

The transmission is a saildrive.

The fuel tank which is made of stainless steel has a capacity of 30 liters (7 US gallons, 6 imperial gallons).

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This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

What is Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?

The capsize screening value for X-99 is 2.11, indicating that this boat would not be accepted to participate in ocean races.

What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?

The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 7.1 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for X-99 is about 170 kg/cm, alternatively 953 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 170 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 953 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

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In July 1985, the first real big sister to the X-79 was launched. The X-99 had more than 100 units presold, when X-Yachts introduced the plans for the boat, at Fridericia Boat Show in March 1985.

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Extra Yachts Launches Second X99 Fast

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Extra Yachts has launched the second unit of its new X99 Fast model from its Ancona facility.

A brand of the Palumbo Group, which also includes ISA Yachts, Extra Yachts was established under a vision to provide a ‘new cruise concept’ and a philosophy of ‘going out to sea’ which guarantees intense experiences of the natural world.

Belonging to the Palumbo Superyachts network has benefitted Extra Yachts with a wealth of naval expertise and construction facilities, which has provided a platform for a great rise in production over the last few years.

The latest yacht to emerge from the Ancona shipyard was the second unit of the 30-metre X99 Fast, following the launch of the first unit in February. The yacht features naval architecture by the in-house team at Palumbo Superyachts, with Guida Design penning the exterior.

For her category, the Extra X99 boasts large volumes that are devoted to enhancing conviviality onboard. In particular, a 75 sqm stern outdoor area slopes down to the sea, and is fitted with folding balconies to provide ample opportunity to revel in the sun.  The space is complete with a sunbathing and lounge area, as well as dining table that seats up to 12.

The interior layout has been crafted to be dynamic and modern to suit the preferences of the Owner, enhancing contact with the surrounding environment. Extra X99 Fast can accommodate up to 10 guests in 4 spacious and luxurious cabins.

The second unit of the X99 Fast has been renamed Mini K2 on her launch.

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33 FT INTERNATIONAL ONE DESIGN CLASS FROM X-YACHTS OF DENMARK DESIGNED BY NIELS JEPPESEN

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X-99 One Design Class THE WORLD’S BIGGEST SELLING AND MOST ACTIVE 10 M ONE DESIGN CLASS X-Yachts A/S was founded back in 1979, and the first yacht to roll out of the doors of the factory in Haderslev, Denmark was the 8 m One Design »X-79«. The brainchild of young Danish designer, Niels Jeppesen, the X-79 was (and still is) a fast, simple, non type formed yacht that met with instant approval, and strong fleets were quickly established in Denmark, Germany and Sweden. By the mid 80's there was an increasing demand for a yacht with similar qualities to the X-79, but of around 10 m. A One Design...

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4 aluminium frame windows -openable on request Needle bearing for rudder stock Double side operated mainsheet openable cockpit portliglits Frederiksen main - and geitoa tracks and ears Wm/lh Frederiksen main - and geitoa -tracks and cars Stainless steel pad ey< barberhauls + sheets Double side operated trimlines

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bottom frame to replace the original glassed in wooden floors. Other improvements include the upgrade of the Bukh engine to a Volvo and aluminium window frames to replace the original recessed Plexiglass panels. Over the years, one name has stood out in the X-99 racing scene above all others, and after winning his 3rd World Championship in a row we at X-Yachts reluctantly decided that enough was enough, and offered him a job. Dan Lindquist Pedersen is the name, and his principal role in the company is to oversee »end quality control«. Dan also brought with him his considerable talents as a...

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Galley with double burner optimus 10 HP 2 cyl. freshwater cooled Volvo engine Shelve - or removable cabinet section (on request) Steel floors Large chart table, book shelves and elec, switchboard

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compete in the same market, but instead to develop the X-99 Mk 2: - 1. FACT: Even in today's market, the X-99 is still a very fast 33 footer, and up to now, no other designer or producer has been able to build a boat that matches the X-99 in its broad market appeal. Many of the »One Design Classes« being introduced today are pure sports boats, and in our judgement are aimed at such a narrow market that they will never be able to sell in sufficient numbers to allow true International class racing. 2. FACT: More than 500 X-99's have been built to date. Hence the tooling and development costs...

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»Despite its recent appearance in many custom built IMS racing yachts and »look alike« One Design yachts I do not feel that the plumb bow is appropriate for a cruiser/racer as it makes upwind sailing in choppy water a veiy wet experience. »The principal advantage of the low CG bulb keel is seen in cruising yachts that are unlikely to have crew hiking on the rail. We use this style of keel on the newer X-Yachts models for that reason. The X-99 keel is of very low CG, being of composite construction with a lead shoe bolted underneath the cast iron keel. »Fractional rigs supported by aft swept...

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The ultimate combination of sporty and family-friendly, the successful X-Yachts X-99 MK II is the best known in its range. With its fast design and fine sailing characteristics, high speeds can be achieved and she is a solid opponent in races. But this does not detract from the practicality and comfort of the boat. Because of the many sleeping places and spacious cockpit, the whole family can go on fun day trips or vacation. The "Ixannaq" is one of the last built of the X-99 MK II type. Got excited too? Please contact us right away to make an appointment.

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