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One Design Profile: Star Class

April 27, 2013 by Sail1Design Editor Leave a Comment

“The class of champions”

In the past one hundred years, the Star has established itself at the forefront of the international sailing community. The first one-design class and core Olympic racing yacht since 1932, the Star attracts sailors of varying ages and skill levels from all over the world. With nearly 2,000 boats competing annually and over 170 active fleets world-wide, the development of the class is not likely to slow down in the foreseeable future.

Designed in 1911 by naval architect Francis Sweisguth, the Star was born to replace the 17-foot “Bug,” which was one of the most popular keelboats at the time. By May 1911, the first Star class regatta was held on Long Island Sound and featured five of Sweisguth’s new boats. By 1922, the Stars already numbered in the hundreds, thus leading to the foundation of the International Star Class Yacht Racing Association (ISCYRA).

Just under twenty-three feet in length, the hull is long and narrow and features an integrated bulb keel positioned just aft of the mast. In adherence to strict class rules, the Star weighs 1,479 pounds and is typically constructed of fiberglass. Older wooden hulls can still be found from time to time, but rarely in competition. The hull has gentle, sweeping chines leading toward the water line that not only provide a speed advantage, but attribute to the yacht’s aesthetically pleasing appearance.

During the yacht’s one hundred year history, new features have been incorporated into the design in an effort to maintain the class’ position as the pinnacle of the international racing community. The class association began asserting a control over new refinements, not to stifle progress, but to maintain a level of competition based more on the skill of the sailor than the technological advancements of the yacht. Some of the features include:

• Adjustable jib leads
• Crew hiking vest
• Suction bailers
• Unique, circular boom vang
• Whisker pole
• Strict class association sail measurements

One of the interesting features of the Star is the hiking vest. The vest is worn by the crew and allows him or her to adopt a unique hiking position by “drooping” their body over the side of the hull. In addition to the vest, the Star also features a circular vang system. Designed for the star, but eventually adopted other classes, the circular vang system provides a safe means to deal with the enormous loads of the yacht’s large sail plan.

Numerous champions of the sailing world spent time sailing the Star and hold prestigious international titles. A Star Class World Championship is often considered on the most coveting trophies in all of sailing. Despite the high level of competition at top tier events, the Star also offers opportunities to local and amateur sailors. The depth of skill level and opportunity is unrivaled by any other racing class. Sailors looking to compete at the local level can often gain experience with the boat and progress up through the levels of competition, not to mention enjoy the thrill of sailing such an incredible boat.

Get involved with the Star Class! If you want to begin racing there are plenty of Stars out there looking for a good home. Thanks to the regulation in design features, many older Stars perform just as well as their newer counterparts and run at affordable prices. If you are a former college sailor or young professional looking to stay active at the highest level of competition or looking for a fast boat to sail at the local level perhaps a Star should be your next boat…

Sadly, in 2011, it was decided that the keelboats would be removed as an Olympic class following the 2012 Olympic Games in London. Recently rumors began to circulate of comeback for the 2016 Games; however these were quashed almost immediately by the ISCYRA. Despite being struck from the Olympic books the Star class has showed no signs of losing momentum. Huge turnouts for Barcardi Race Week and the 2012 Star Winter Series appear to have breathed new life into the yacht. With hundreds of local regattas scheduled this year and dozens at the internationals and championship level, the Star class remains strong

Draft: 3.3’

Sail Area: 285 sq. ft.

# Boats Built: 8,400

Active Fleets: MD, FL, CA, NY, CT, MA, RI, VA

Website: http://www.starclass.org/index.shtml

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US Sailing One Design, Adaptive Awards

Published on February 3rd, 2024 by Editor -->

US Sailing awarded their annual One Design and Adaptive Awards to recognize individuals and organizations that were nominated by their peers in the sailing community:

One Design Awards • One Design Club Award – Pentwater Yacht Club (Pentwater, MI) • One Design Creativity Award – Chuck LeMahieu (McKinney, TX) • One Design Regatta Award – 2023 E Scow National Championship, hosted by Mendota Yacht Club (Madison, WI) • John H. Gardiner Jr. Service and Leadership Award – Gerry Christman (Bloomington, IL)

Adaptive Awards • Robie Pierce Award – Lake Champlain Community Sailing (Burlington, VT) • Gay S. Lynn Memorial Trophy – Deborah Mellen (Miami, FL)

Service Appreciation Award • Dr. Sam Murray (Savannah, GA)

One Design Club Award – Pentwater Yacht Club (Pentwater, MI) The One Design Club award is given to a yacht club or organized group that has shown effort and leadership in the promotion and growth of One Design sailing, emphasizing the spirit of volunteerism and group-wide participation.

Pentwater Yacht Club, on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan and roughly halfway between Muskegon and Traverse City was founded in 1935 and is an integral part of the community and village of Pentwater, MI.

In 2022, the club completed construction on a new facility to replace the century-old warehouse it was founded in. Along with the new building came a new emphasis on all things related to sailing and sailboat racing. These include a refreshed Sailing Academy and hosting some significant events, including the 2023 Ensign Nationals. The club boasts a very active Sunfish fleet and participation sailing and racing at the club has more than doubled in the past five years. Vice Commodore Mike Bass accepted the award on behalf of Pentwater’s membership.

One Design Creativity Award – Chuck LeMahieu (McKinney, TX) The One Design Creativity award celebrates innovation and creativity in the promotion of One Design sailing. Past winners have included unique regatta formats as well as innovative products to support sailing.

The US Sailing Championship of Champions regatta is an annual event whose entrants are all recent National, North American, or World Champions in their class. They represent the best of the best One Design sailors in the US. Assembling an evenly matched fleet in which to hold the event is no small task and for 2023 it looked like the event might need to be cancelled as there were no viable bids for hosting.

Into this void stepped Chuck and CJ Lemahieu, the importers and distributors of the DF line of radio-controlled sailboats in the US. The Lemahieus provided 12 new DF 95s for use in the championship, branding them with the class logo of each participant, and provided spare parts and plenty of onsite tuning and training expertise for the sailors, many of whom were new to RC sailing. Chuck also helped to organize White Rock Lake Sailing Club in Dallas to host the event. By all accounts, the event was a great success with Para World Champion Betsy Alison saying “This was some of the most fun I’ve had at a sailing event in a very long time.”

One Design Regatta Award – 2023 E Scow National Championship, hosted by Mendota Yacht Club (Madison, WI) The One Design Regatta Award recognizes an outstanding national level event that promotes and inspires participation in One Design sailing. The award recognizes creativity in execution and management of the event. Past winners have included Charleston Race Week and many significant large One Design events that helped to raise the profile of sailing in the US and internationally.

The E-Scow class spent close to a year planning their 2023 National Championship to mark the 100th anniversary. The hard work of over 200 volunteers resulted in an amazing event with 126 boats starting together on Lake Mendota in Madison, WI. Despite not having a facility, Mendota Yacht Club and its army of volunteers made it happen by partnering with the city of Madison to take over a city park next to the lake that provided space to dry sail all the boats and ample room for social activities.

Hosting the event right in the middle of Madison provided a further opportunity to engage non-sailors and introduce them to the sport. Dale Gordon accepted the award on behalf of the regatta organizers.

John H. Gardiner Jr. Service and Leadership Award – Gerry Christman (Bloomington, IL) The John H. Gardiner Jr. Service and Leadership award recognizes outstanding efforts by an individual in the promotion of participation in One Design sailing. John started and ran the Red Lobster Cup in central Florida in the early to mid 1980s, which attracted over 600 sailors across a range of classes. Featuring clinics run by professionals combined with great parties and sponsors, Gardiner’s enthusiasm was a significant contribution to sailing.

It is no secret that the sport needs ambassadors to introduce sailing to people, especially adults. At the Clinton Lake Sailing Association near Springfield, IL, Fleet Captain of Thistle Fleet 66 Gerry Christman organizes weekly “Thistle Thursdays.” Assembling a small group of used Thistles to train people in, Christman is taking new sailors from learning to sail, to racing, to being active, boat owning members of his fleet and the Thistle class. By purchasing and refurbishing a constantly revolving fleet of used boats at his own expense, Christman has a ready-made fleet to train new sailors in an inventory of boats they can purchase once the hook is set.

Robie Pierce Award – Lake Champlain Community Sailing (Burlington, VT) The Robie Pierce Award is given annually to an Outstanding Adaptive Program that has made notable contributions to promote public access sailing for sailors with disabilities.

Lake Champlain Community Sailing has demonstrated a commitment to inclusivity by offering adaptive sailing programs that cater to individuals with varying abilities. Their efforts in creating an accessible and welcoming environment for all sailors, including those with disabilities, showcase a dedication to making sailing a sport for everyone in line with their mantra of “we’ve got something here for everyone, regardless of age, disability, or income.” It is a place where members and visitors gather to play on the lake together.

The impact of the Lake Champlain Community Sailing program extends beyond the sailing community. By actively engaging with the broader community and promoting awareness about adaptive sailing, the program contributes to breaking down barriers and fostering a more inclusive society. This outreach effort enhances the program’s significance and aligns with the spirit of the Robie Pierce Award, which recognizes initiatives that go beyond the sailing realm to positively impact lives. Program Director John Nagle and Program Manager Justin Shay accepted the award on behalf of Lake Champlain Community Sailing.

Gay S. Lynn Memorial Trophy – Deborah Mellen (Miami, FL) The Gay S. Lynn Memorial Trophy is awarded annually to a person who has made an outstanding contribution for sailors with disabilities and the sport of adaptive sailing over a sustained period of time.

The Impossible Dream is a 58’ universally accessible catamaran that is dedicated to raising awareness of barrier-free design and improving the quality of life for disabled persons through sailing. The boat, a brainchild of Mike Brown who is a paraplegic, was built in 2002 to be fully operational and ocean-worthy for a person in a wheelchair. For its first 10 years of operation, Brown traversed the Atlantic and the Mediterranean and his friend Geoff Holtz, a British quadriplegic, sailed across the Atlantic only accompanied by his care attendant.

Together with Harry Horgan of Shake-A-Leg Miami, Deborah Mellen – a businesswoman, paraplegic, and sailing volunteer – founded the non-profit Impossible Dream, Inc., serving as founder and CEO, and opened a new chapter in Impossible Dream’s life.

Every summer since 2015, Impossible Dream has traveled the East Coast of the United States on a five-month summer voyage from Miami to Maine, sharing the joy of sailing with over 1,000 disabled persons and their families, at no cost. The organization is committed to improving the lives of disabled persons through sailing and building awareness of the benefits of universal design. Being on the water is healing, creates community and independence, and improves the quality of life for everyone on board.

Traditionally boating is nearly impossible for wheelchair users. The Impossible Dream is changing perceptions of what is possible. With its unique barrier-free design, the Impossible Dream is an equalizer, creating a community that works together to sail the boat. A unique aspect of the program is that the vessel is sailed by a mixed ability crew. In this innovative approach, disabled Guest Crew members mentor new sailors with respect to the challenges of living, working, and sailing the vessel. Guest Crew also instruct program participants on the use of many assistive technologies such as hydraulic lifts and automated systems incorporated throughout the boat. There is a revolutionary moment on every cruise when a sailboat with people in wheelchairs sails into port and the community has a glimpse of what is possible when universal design and compassion meet. In partnership with local community groups and rehabilitation hospitals in twenty ports of call, the Impossible Dream spreads the message that having a disability is a challenge that does not need to limit quality of life. For many newly injured, a sail on board is a transformational experience.

Mellen, as owner of the most accessible sailing catamaran in the world, who has chosen to share her life’s passion for sailing with the adaptive community, and whose vision, leadership, kindness, and generosity breaks barriers every day, was presented with the Gay S. Lynn Memorial Award.

Service Appreciation Award – Dr. Sam Murray (Savannah, GA) Dr. Sam Murray was also presented a Service Appreciation Award for his dedication to the Sports Medicine Committee. Dr. Murray, a retired orthopedic surgeon and Professor Emeritus and Assistant Dean at Mercer University School of Medicine, has worked with US Sailing as a medical officer, team physician, Sports Medicine Committee Chair, and as a member since the early 1990s. Dr. Murray was instrumental in sailing medical coverage of the 1996 Olympic Games when sailing was hosted in Savannah. Through the years, Dr. Murray has been caring for Olympic and Paralympic athletes and covered multiple regattas including World Cup events, Charleston Race Week, and America’s Cup World Series. By working with US Sailing athletes through the performance enhancement team, Dr. Murray contributed to the success of many American sailors over the years. Dr. Murray’s dedication to the health and safety of sailor athletes has left a permanent impact on the sport of sailing, and US Sailing and the Sports Medicine Committee are grateful for his time and service.

Source: US Sailing

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US Sailing Names One Design and Adaptive Sailing Awardees

US Sailing awarded the annual One Design and Adaptive Awards this past week at the National Sailing Programs Symposium in Savannah, GA. Awardees were nominated by their peers in the sailing community through a public nomination form.

One Design Presented by Chris Snow, One Design Committee Chair   

The One Design Club Award – Pentwater Yacht Club (Pentwater, MI)  

The One Design Creativity Award – Chuck LeMahieu (McKinney, TX)  

The One Design Regatta Award – 2023 E Scow National Championship, hosted by Mendota Yacht Club (Madison, WI)  

The John H. Gardiner Jr. Service and Leadership Award – Gerry Christman (Bloomington, IL)  

Adaptive Presented by Betsy Alison  

Robie Pierce Award – Lake Champlain Community Sailing (Burlington, VT)  

Gay S. Lynn Memorial Trophy – Deborah Mellen (Miami, FL)  

Service Appreciation Award Presented by Dr. Anne Allen  

Dr. Sam Murray (Savannah, GA)  

Download photos from the awards here: Adaptive and One Design

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The One Design Club Award   

Pentwater Yacht Club (Pentwater, MI)  

The One Design Club award is given to a yacht club or organized group that has shown effort and leadership in the promotion and growth of One Design sailing, emphasizing the spirit of volunteerism and group-wide participation.  

Pentwater Yacht Club, on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan and roughly halfway between Muskegon and Traverse City was founded in 1935 and is an integral part of the community and village of Pentwater, MI.   

In 2022, the club completed construction on a new facility to replace the century-old warehouse it was founded in. Along with the new building came a new emphasis on all things related to sailing and sailboat racing. These include a refreshed Sailing Academy and hosting some significant events, including the 2023 Ensign Nationals. The club boasts a very active Sunfish fleet and participation sailing and racing at the club has more than doubled in the past five years. Vice Commodore Mike Bass accepted the award on behalf of Pentwater’s membership.  

The One Design Creativity Award  

Chuck LeMahieu (McKinney, TX)  

The One Design Creativity award celebrates innovation and creativity in the promotion of One Design sailing. Past winners have included unique regatta formats as well as innovative products to support sailing.  

The US Sailing Championship of Champions regatta is an annual event whose entrants are all recent National, North American, or World Champions in their class. They represent the best of the best One Design sailors in the US. Assembling an evenly matched fleet in which to hold the event is no small task and for 2023 it looked like the event might need to be cancelled as there were no viable bids for hosting.  

Into this void stepped Chuck and CJ Lemahieu, the importers and distributors of the DF line of radio-controlled sailboats in the US. The Lemahieus provided 12 new DF 95s for use in the championship, branding them with the class logo of each participant, and provided spare parts and plenty of onsite tuning and training expertise for the sailors, many of whom were new to RC sailing. Chuck also helped to organize White Rock Lake Sailing Club in Dallas to host the event. By all accounts, the event was a great success with Para World Champion Betsy Alison saying “This was some of the most fun I’ve had at a sailing event in a very long time.”  

The One Design Regatta Award  

2023 E Scow National Championship, hosted by Mendota Yacht Club (Madison, WI)  

The One Design Regatta Award recognizes an outstanding national level event that promotes and inspires participation in One Design sailing. The award recognizes creativity in execution and management of the event. Past winners have included Charleston Race Week and many significant large One Design events that helped to raise the profile of sailing in the US and internationally.  

The E-Scow class spent close to a year planning their 2023 National Championship to mark the 100 th anniversary. The hard work of over 200 volunteers resulted in an amazing event with 126 boats starting together on Lake Mendota in Madison, WI. Despite not having a facility, Mendota Yacht Club and its army of volunteers made it happen by partnering with the city of Madison to take over a city park next to the lake that provided space to dry sail all the boats and ample room for social activities.  

Hosting the event right in the middle of Madison provided a further opportunity to engage non-sailors and introduce them to the sport. Dale Gordon accepted the award on behalf of the regatta organizers.  

The John H. Gardiner Jr. Service and Leadership Award  

Gerry Christman (Bloomington, IL)  

The John H. Gardiner Jr. Service and Leadership award recognizes outstanding efforts by an individual in the promotion of participation in One Design sailing. John started and ran the Red Lobster Cup in central Florida in the early to mid 1980s, which attracted over 600 sailors across a range of classes. Featuring clinics run by professionals combined with great parties and sponsors, Gardiner’s enthusiasm was a significant contribution to sailing.  

It is no secret that the sport needs ambassadors to introduce sailing to people, especially adults. At the Clinton Lake Sailing Association near Springfield, IL, Fleet Captain of Thistle Fleet 66 Gerry Christman organizes weekly “Thistle Thursdays.” Assembling a small group of used Thistles to train people in, Christman is taking new sailors from learning to sail, to racing, to being active, boat owning members of his fleet and the Thistle class. By purchasing and refurbishing a constantly revolving fleet of used boats at his own expense, Christman has a ready-made fleet to train new sailors in an inventory of boats they can purchase once the hook is set.  

Robie Pierce Award  

Lake Champlain Community Sailing (Burlington, VT)  

The Robie Pierce Award is given annually to an Outstanding Adaptive Program that has made notable contributions to promote public access sailing for sailors with disabilities.  

Lake Champlain Community Sailing has demonstrated a commitment to inclusivity by offering adaptive sailing programs that cater to individuals with varying abilities. Their efforts in creating an accessible and welcoming environment for all sailors, including those with disabilities, showcase a dedication to making sailing a sport for everyone in line with their mantra of “we’ve got something here for everyone, regardless of age, disability, or income.” It is a place where members and visitors gather to play on the lake together.  

The impact of the Lake Champlain Community Sailing program extends beyond the sailing community. By actively engaging with the broader community and promoting awareness about adaptive sailing, the program contributes to breaking down barriers and fostering a more inclusive society. This outreach effort enhances the program’s significance and aligns with the spirit of the Robie Pierce Award, which recognizes initiatives that go beyond the sailing realm to positively impact lives. Program Director John Nagle and Program Manager Justin Shay accepted the award on behalf of Lake Champlain Community Sailing.  

Gay S. Lynn Memorial Trophy  

Deborah Mellen (Miami, FL)  

The Gay S. Lynn Memorial Trophy is awarded annually to a person who has made an outstanding contribution for sailors with disabilities and the sport of adaptive sailing over a sustained period of time.  

The Impossible Dream is a 58’ universally accessible catamaran that is dedicated to raising awareness of barrier-free design and improving the quality of life for disabled persons through sailing. The boat, a brainchild of Mike Brown who is a paraplegic, was built in 2002 to be fully operational and ocean-worthy for a person in a wheelchair. For its first 10 years of operation, Brown traversed the Atlantic and the Mediterranean and his friend Geoff Holtz, a British quadriplegic, sailed across the Atlantic only accompanied by his care attendant.  

Together with Harry Horgan of Shake-A-Leg Miami, Deborah Mellen – a businesswoman, paraplegic, and sailing volunteer – founded the non-profit Impossible Dream, Inc., serving as founder and CEO, and opened a new chapter in Impossible Dream’s life.  

Every summer since 2015, Impossible Dream has traveled the East Coast of the United States on a five-month summer voyage from Miami to Maine, sharing the joy of sailing with over 1,000 disabled persons and their families, at no cost. The organization is committed to improving the lives of disabled persons through sailing and building awareness of the benefits of universal design. Being on the water is healing, creates community and independence, and improves the quality of life for everyone on board.  

Traditionally boating is nearly impossible for wheelchair users. The Impossible Dream is changing perceptions of what is possible. With its unique barrier-free design, the Impossible Dream is an equalizer, creating a community that works together to sail the boat. A unique aspect of the program is that the vessel is sailed by a mixed ability crew. In this innovative approach, disabled Guest Crew members mentor new sailors with respect to the challenges of living, working, and sailing the vessel.  Guest Crew also instruct program participants on the use of many assistive technologies such as hydraulic lifts and automated systems incorporated throughout the boat. There is a revolutionary moment on every cruise when a sailboat with people in wheelchairs sails into port and the community has a glimpse of what is possible when universal design and compassion meet. In partnership with local community groups and rehabilitation hospitals in twenty ports of call, the Impossible Dream spreads the message that having a disability is a challenge that does not need to limit quality of life. For many newly injured, a sail on board is a transformational experience.    

Mellen, as owner of the most accessible sailing catamaran in the world, who has chosen to share her life’s passion for sailing with the adaptive community, and whose vision, leadership, kindness, and generosity breaks barriers every day, was presented with the Gay S. Lynn Memorial Award.  

Service Appreciation Award  

Dr. Sam Murray was also presented a Service Appreciation Award for his dedication to the Sports Medicine Committee. Dr. Murray, a retired orthopedic surgeon and Professor Emeritus and Assistant Dean at Mercer University School of Medicine, has worked with US Sailing as a medical officer, team physician, Sports Medicine Committee Chair, and as a member since the early 1990s. Dr. Murray was instrumental in sailing medical coverage of the 1996 Olympic Games when sailing was hosted in Savannah. Through the years, Dr. Murray has been caring for Olympic and Paralympic athletes and covered multiple regattas including World Cup events, Charleston Race Week, and America’s Cup World Series. By working with US Sailing athletes through the performance enhancement team, Dr. Murray contributed to the success of many American sailors over the years. Dr. Murray’s dedication to the health and safety of sailor athletes has left a permanent impact on the sport of sailing, and US Sailing and the Sports Medicine Committee are grateful for his time and service.

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Megayachts | columbus dragon, by désirée sormani www.columbusyachts.it, a real record-breaker. completed in just under two and a half years, this 80m boasts an array of design and engineering solutions that put columbus up among the big superyacht builders. with a little help from an exceptional design team, of course..

Columbus Yachts’ new flagship Dragon is hard yacht to do justice to on paper. Not so much when it comes to her dimensions – 80 metres in length and 13 in the beam, with a gross tonnage just shy of 2,300 – but the complexity of what can only be described as the recording-breaking and very challenging project that produced her. Let us just start with the fact that she was delivered in a mere 33 months. That is one very tight deadline, but it was a condition imposed by her owner, who wanted a majestically beautiful yacht that could go anywhere and which he could take delivery of in the shortest possible time. While it is generally true that more haste means less speed, there are always honourable exceptions to that rule and Dragon is one, thanks to the skills of Sergio Cutolo and his Hydrotec integrated design studio which tackled not just the yacht design but also the naval architecture and engineering side of the Dragon project. This fact alone slashed the timescale as Columbus was dealing with just one team. Cutolo in turn worked very closely with interior designer Francesco Guida, swiftly implementing all the changes required to incorporate the owner’s wishes. The yard has never been one to be put off by a challenge either and also has a longstanding relationship with both designers. The result: Columbus Dragon is a genuinely unique yacht clothed in refined, timeless lines. Spread over six decks, her design combines contemporary elements, classical proportions and peerless cleanness. A raked forward sheer hints at her vocation for long passage-making but her dimensions aside,  Dragon exudes pure elegance rather than striving for the wow effect.

But to return to those records for a moment, Dragon really does reveal a slew of remarkable features. Starting with her gigantic and spectacular beach club, which extends from 100 square metres to 200 sqm in the bat of an eye once all the fold-down platforms are opened. It includes relaxation, sunning and conversation areas with a bar, and, of course, a wellness area with sauna and hammam. Outdoor furnishings from the Tribù collection contrast nicely with the bright, fresh décor underscored by light teak on the walls and sole while three stunning backlit blue agate panels evoke the colours of the sea which also pop out in the soft furnishings which feature luxe Dedar fabrics. The beach club has its own independent existence, even though it is connected to the cockpit on the main deck by two sumptuous side staircases. Columbus Dragon also features a profusion of opening side hatches that bring her fortunate guests even closer to the sea. Indeed, it’s very rare to see a yacht with so many apertures along her sides. An astonishing feat of engineering. The interiors have a luxurious feel but are also simple and sober, producing a warm, sophisticated and rather modern atmosphere. Light wood panelling with satin-finished bronze and gold inserts beautifully complement the natural colours of the bespoke furnishings too. The interiors are accessed from the main deck with the main saloon the first port of call. Here guests are greeted by a classic Chelin as and armchairs. Dining-wise, a custom-made Giorgetti table with Roman Travertine top, maple edging and leather legs can seat 14 guests. The most striking feature is, however, the windows: six of them in all, four of which are five metres by two. this allows light to flood in, creating a bright, comfortable vibe. Four guest staterooms and a large panoramic VIP are further forward. Five of Dragon’s six decks are connected by a round lift in the stairwell. The staircase doesn’t attempt to dominate, but it does have a charming design and backlit treads which lend it an airy lightness. The fourth deck is the owner’s private deck and includes a 110 sqm suite with huge windows that reveal 180 degree views of the private foredeck where a helicopter can touch down when the need arises. The Roman Travertine marble bathroom has a sauna, separate closet and vanity table. The bridge deck is, of course, home to the bridge and the captain’s cabin, while forward there’s a 50 sqm Tecnogym-equipped fitness area flanked by a beauty and massage zone. The sun deck is the most spectacular area of the boat, dominated by a seven-metre swimming pool with a spectacular water wall-type waterfall separating it from the hydromassage area. The result is a hugely exclusive area with breath-taking views. A sublimely luxe terrace that towers 12 metres above the sea.

Yacht Design and Naval Architecture | Hydro Tec by Sergio Cutolo

The one forward of the tender garage is 10 metres, the side ones aft are 7-8 metres and the stern one is enormous. One choice I think is interesting was moving the tender garage amidships which meant we had to make some logical architectural choices such as putting the lift and the guest embarkation platform near one another. This meant we ended up with 15 metres of the boat’s side full of apertures. Columbus Dragon really is a boat with a lot of “holes” with advanced engineering solutions. Because we were doing the engineering, it also meant we could solve any issues immediately with the yard. Years ago, it wasn’t even possible for a yacht to open up on the water like that. From an architectural perspective, there is great balance between the interior and exterior spaces too. The aft cockpit connected with the saloon has low sides so that occupants can see the sea from anywhere inside it and when seated. An 80m would tend to detach people more from the sea so aboard a yacht of that size, therefore it’s important to come up with strategies like that.

On the main deck, the exterior cockpit sofa faces aft so that that area is never detached from nature underway either. The owner wanted the pool to be on the top deck and in an exclusive, private area. He also wanted it to be very large. So we carved out a space inside the antenna and satellite mast. The result is intimate and cocoon-like. To comply with the owner’s request for a lot of transparency, we gave the living area enormous windows. The general plans gave us the idea for a gigantic saloon and we wanted to give it as much light as possible: in a 15-metre lengthwise stretch, we only put three window panes but two are five metres long and one is three-and-a-half metres. Their dimensions are impressive. This is where engineering and architecture meld into one. The master stateroom too is actually a genuine apartment in its own right. Its windows are just 50-60 cm from the floor, creating a sense of continuity with the deck outside, a large terrace for the owners’ exclusive use.

Interior Design | Francesco Guida

We made great use of the large windows in the living area: they bring a bright, lightness to the overall picture and emphasise the soft lighting throughout that gives the whole project a sense of great airiness. We also made full use of any apertures in the cabins: by turning the beds towards the sea, for instance. Large rugs are used throughout the entire yacht and were bespoke-made for every space using ancient techniques and to our designs (the yacht was presented to the public at the Monaco Yacht Show without them). Dragon is very homogenous – there are no wow effects. Aside from the beach area which has three backlit blue agate panels that inject real life into the space. The bulkheads are matt lacquered to add to the simplicity of the décor which uses a small selection of carefully selected materials: oak, Travertine marble, and brushed bronze and gold edging. All the furnishings were bespoke-designed apart from a few pieces such as the Giorgetti dining table, two Frau chairs in the hair styling area and the Tribù outdoor furnishings. This lent the project, simple though it was, greater exclusivity. The fabrics are by Dedar. Columbus Dragon is my most important achievement. An excellent starting point, an opportunity that has us hoping we can continue on down this path.

The Shipyard representative | Francesco Carbone, General Manager

Building a boat of these dimensions in just over two years was a real challenge. A record we achieved in part thanks to our collaboration with the integrated architecture studio Hydro Tec in which the exterior designer, naval architect and engineer are all one and the same. Then we built up a harmonious relationship with the interior designer and with the owner’s entire entourage. The most complex thing was managing the production phase. To keep that as short as possible we decided to build the hull and superstructure at the same time and then put the two together. It is an idea we want to continue to use. It was a huge opportunity for the yard because there were plenty of challenges involved: lots of fold-out platforms, big heavy windows (each one weighed 200 kg). So we had to really stretch ourselves in terms of investment and find the right suppliers who were used to working on cruise and commercial vessels. They are part of Palumbo Yachts portfolio of contacts. I think one of Columbus Dragon’s strong points is the impression of solidity and construction quality you get the minute you step aboard. She is our ambassador. We have demonstrated that it is now possible to build a large yacht in a short time and that puts us into a whole new dimension. Having already proved it on the ground, so to speak, we can take on the responsibility of delivering yachts in very tight times. That is a risk that not everyone is ready to take. I think that we have launched ourselves into a new era and have joined the ranks of the big yacht builders in the process. We will be continuing to increase the size of our craft. We won’t venture into the gigantic lengths you see in Northern Europe, but I think it will be easy for us to get to over 80 metres. Columbus Dragon isn’t just a launch pad but an across-the-board leg-up for all our output.

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Custom Yachts: The Process of Designing Your Dream Yacht

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In the world of luxury and exclusivity, few experiences can compare to the creation of a yacht that is uniquely yours. Custom yachts represent the pinnacle of maritime achievement, offering not just a means of navigating the world’s waters, but a personal sanctuary that reflects the individuality and taste of its owner. Building a custom yacht is an in-depth journey from conception to reality. Denison brokers can work together with a dedicated team of designers, engineers, and craftsmen to create the yacht of your dreams.

Denison yacht broker Alex G. Clarke is a pro at all things custom yachting. He has worked with clients far and wide to build the superyacht of their dreams, and was a critical part of starting Denison’s superyacht division. He explains that when starting a new build project, a client has a few options for how to build their yacht. “As a yacht owner’s experience and requirements grow, a client might consider ordering or building a new construction project where they typically have three options: a production model, semi-custom, or full custom.”

“A production model is exactly that–a turn-key, production vessel with limited customization options offered to the buyer, but the benefit being a proven model and available for immediate purchase and delivery.” This option is great for clients that want their yacht “now” (or soon). What’s great about production models is that they’re tried and true–you know what you’re going to get because it already exists.

Examples of semi-custom new builds would be projects offered from shipyards like Amels, Heesen, Benetti, or Numarine. These consist of fixed hull and superstructure platforms, Alex says. The client then can choose from a variety of interior and exterior deck arrangements and has the option to customize the interior décor. “This approach saves time by shortening the delivery period because of the pre-engineering that has already been completed with the hull design, yet the end result can be a unique project catered to the needs of that individual client. A reduced delivery period can be extremely appealing to a buyer, as most are not willing to wait 2-3+ years to take delivery of a yacht. So, if that time period can be cut in half, it has its advantages over a full custom.”

This leads us to full custom projects. According to Alex, this is a project that is designed specifically for a client and would be a one-off yacht. A client can either go directly to a shipyard–like Feadship, Benetti, Amels, Oceanco, or Lurssen, for example–and engage that shipyard to commission them a unique yacht at their request. Alternatively, a client can engage their favorite designer–like Bannenberg & Rowell, Nuvolari Leonard, Winch Design, or Espen Oino, for example–who can create the proposal which can then be bid out to a number of different shipyards who will be commissioned to deliver the bespoke yacht. He explains that this approach is more time-consuming as it requires custom engineering and naval architecture from the hull design, superstructure, propulsion systems/machine spaces to unique design elements that will make the client’s yacht uniquely special. “Feadship has really patented the term ‘uniquity’ into their marketing campaign and one can understand why when looking at their portfolio of completed projects.”

“There is no wrong or right approach to taking delivery of a new yacht,” Alex says. “It’s what works best for the client’s budget, time frame, and requirements. There are gorgeous production yachts as there are semi-custom and full custom. Pricing is obviously a major deciding factor, but for some clients who have worked their entire lives to be able to afford such a luxury, the expense of purchasing a yacht and being able to travel the world creating lasting memories for family and friends is an expense worth every penny.”

Yacht broker David Johnson is also one of Denison’s big players when it comes to new build projects. “Very few yacht owners get the opportunity to design a custom yacht from scratch,” he says.” Most yacht owners that have made the decision to start a full custom new build project have already owned one or two other yachts, so they are experienced and know what they want. In my opinion, the process is extremely enjoyable and rewarding as long as it is done right.  Flying around to visit shipyards in multiple countries sounds like a lot of work, and it is, but it is something that not many people get to experience. Each shipyard has a specialty, or DNA, that is only discovered by visiting the shipyard, seeing the yachts that are currently under construction and meeting with the team that might be building your next yacht. I always suggest to clients that they visit at least three shipyards in a couple of different countries.”

Once the shipyard has been chosen, David explains, the owners then have to choose the interior and exterior design team, as Alex also mentioned. “This is another daunting task that is challenging but also enjoyable. Sometimes it is as easy as looking at each design firm’s website and requesting to see their catalog of past designs. I often suggest a one-on-one meeting with the designer, as it is someone that the buyers will be working with for many months to possibly years. The designer will work with the clients to ensure that every single wish the clients have is included in the build. They will agree with certain requests and will definitely have their own opinions that are based on past experience. In the end, though, the designer will bring additional value to the project and is worth every penny. The fees for a designer can start at $100,000 and quickly exceed one million dollars, depending on the scope of the work and size of the project.”

“The last big hurdle is to work with the shipyard, designer, project manager, and maritime attorney to create the build spec that will be used to build the yacht to the exact standards that the client wants. The build spec on a custom project will outline every single detail of the project, and is a legal document that will follow the duration of the construction of the project.”

“Once the preliminary work that is mentioned above is completed, there is often a long period while the naval engineering is completed, all of the metals (steel/aluminum) are ordered, and the keel is laid.  This may take a few months, or much longer, depending on the project. During this period, the clients are usually working with the interior design team to choose the colors, fabrics, and veneers that will be used throughout the interior and exterior. This is the serious decision-making time. The attention to detail is amazing and many clients end up spending more time focusing on the minute details of their yacht than they will on their own home.”

Once the hull has been completed and the interior joinery work has started, David says, it is time to order all of the audio video and navigation equipment. It is never a good idea to order that equipment too early in the build, as the technology improves so quickly.

Upon completion of the build, the shipyard will perform a series of pre-delivery sea trials to ensure that all of the vessel’s systems are operating properly. The class inspectors will be onboard and technicians representing the major components, such as the main engines, generators, navigation systems, and more will be onboard during the sea trials to test their products and confirm that all of the systems are operating per the build specifications. Upon completion of the sea trial, the shipyard will make any last-minute adjustments that are required and then the vessel is ready to be delivered to the client.

The process of designing a custom yacht represents a thrilling journey that blends individual desires with the pinnacle of maritime engineering and design aesthetics. From the initial phase of conception to the intricate details of engineering precision and artistic flair, each step is crucial in bringing a personalized superyacht to creation. The collaboration between the yacht owner, broker, designers, naval architects, and shipbuilders is fundamental, ensuring that every detail reflects the owner’s vision, lifestyle, and aspirations. As the ultimate expression of personalized luxury and freedom, a custom yacht offers an unparalleled experience on the water, promising adventures that are as boundless as the horizons it navigates.

Interested in purchasing a new build project?  Contact  a Denison yacht broker to get answers to any of your questions and start your journey to owning a new yacht.

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New Cape Coral Yacht Club designs: Most on council like a coastal, Key West vibe

Given three different design options for the new Yacht Club Community Center , most of the Cape Coral City Council is leaning toward a coastal, Key West-flavor architecture.

At a committee of the whole meeting on Wednesday, the city sought direction from the council on a design direction for the outside of the community building.

"It's a concept, just like we do with anything else, and as we are designing, things may come up that we want to shift and be nimble (on)," said Cape Coral City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn.

James Pankonin with Kimley Horn, a consulting firm focusing on public and private developments, presented the information about the look of the community building.

Cape Coral's Yacht Club Community Park, which includes a yacht basin, tennis courts, a swimming pool, a ballroom, and a beach, has been a popular attraction and staple for the city since the 1960s but is set to undergo major renovations after Hurricane Ian delayed the original plans .

The current plans include a new two-story community center to replace the ballroom, removing the tennis courts, rearranging the area to accommodate a four-story parking garage, a new restaurant, and a new resort-style pool.

The city is also preparing for the demolition of the Yacht Club and its facilities in April as it awaits permits.

No estimates could be provided for the price of the new building.

"It will really come into how much of certain materials are needed and construction methods," Ilczyszyn said.

The city will have that information once they have 30% of the construction design.

Two public meetings for the designs are planned for April 2 and May 7.

After getting public input, the city will vote to amend its contract with Kimley Horn to approve all these changes.

The plan is to have these changes approved or introduced before the summer hiatus.

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John Bryant with Sweet Sparkman Architecture and Interiors, a Sarasota-based design firm, said the goal with the new designs was to maintain the experience of the original Yacht Club.

The majority of the council preferred option one.

Design one:

Bryant described the first option as "coastal vernacular" and similar to the park buildings at Lake Kennedy and Yellow Fever Creek.

"So it's sort of informed by the current architectural work in 2024," Bryant said. "Kinda Key West."

Councilmember Dan Sheppard and Mayor John Gunter preferred option one.

Gunter said the design was the most pleasing for him.

Councilmember Keith Long liked option one and said he liked the Key West aesthetic.

Councilmember Tom Hayden liked option one.

Design two:

Option two is more informed by the current Yacht Club and would have a stone base and mid-century feel to it, according to Bryant.

"There's certainly opportunity to kind of further develop this option to have even more of the existing Yacht Club feel, but a different vibe, feel than option one," Bryant said.

He also said option two might be more expressive the closer they try to recreate the aesthetic of the old ballroom building.

Councilmember Jessica Cosden liked design two as it incorporated design elements of the old building though she lamented how similar it looked to the first design.

"I wish we could have done more, but I know it's hard with a two-story building, to make it look the same as a very unique one-story building.

Councilmember Bill Steinke said two would be his choice as well, but was wary of additional maintenance of natural wood products used in the design.

"As long as we can bring that aesthetic and keep the maintenance down, number two would be my choice," Steinke said.

Councilmember Robert Welsh said he could go either way, but he liked the look of two.

Design three:

This would be more contemporary and modern.

"Even with a more contemporary language, you can still have warmth, incorporating some wood elements and stone elements," Bryant said.

None of the council members expressed any favorability for the third design.

Inside the new community center

The Community Center will have an additional 10,000 square feet for a total of 47,000 square feet, a history room to remember the first ballroom building on the first floor, and more rooms for civic and community use on the first floor.

Additionally, the new ballroom has shifted slightly as the balcony area on the second floor has been expanded to wrap around the top of the building.

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‘Coastal’ design for Yacht Club center gets nod

By meghan bradbury - | mar 14, 2024.

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Cape Coral City Council has agreed to go coastal for the design of the planned community center to replace the Yacht Club ballroom.

The majority of the elected board opted for a “coastal vernacular feel” during their workshop on Wednesday.

There were three design options on the table: The preferred option one with its Key West vibe; option two, intended to evoke the design of the current historic structure; and option three, a more modern look that received no support.

Mayor John Gunter and Councilmembers Dan Sheppard, Keith Long, Tom Hayden and Richard Carr opted for option one.

Those who preferred design two — a lodge-type look featuring wood or wood-type accents — included Councilmembers Bill Steinke and Jessica Cosden.

Councilmember Robert Welsh said he did not see a lot of differences between designs one and two and, although he liked the look of two, he could go with either.

The footprint, meanwhile, has been expanded to 47,000 square feet over two stories.

John Bryant, of Sweet Sparkman Architecture & Interiors, said as they worked on the floor plan of the new Community Center, they wanted to maintain that experience of coming into the entrance foyer and seeing the multipurpose hall. He said there is an experience and significance to the Cape Coral community to have that large multipurpose hall.

Each of the three options provide a general feel and vibe, he said, adding the actual design will evolve over the course of the months ahead.

The first design provides a feel similar to the park building they are doing at Lake Kennedy Center.

Bryant said the look and feel of the building has a Key West style with a deep overhang, articulation, and ornamental design.

The second option stemmed from the existing Yacht Club building. He said they have a lot of design materials with which to work as the existing space is 10,000 square feet compared to the planned 40,000- to 50,000-square-foot Community Center.

“This option likely will use more of a stone based, mid-century feel with some exposed heavy timber. There is an opportunity to further develop this option to have even more of the existing Yacht Club feel,” Bryant said.

There is probably not much of a cost difference between the first and second design options, he said.

“Either one can be designed within a similar construction cost,” he said, adding the second option could be a little more expensive.

James Pankonin, with Kimley-Horn and Associates, said one of the areas that came up during previous discussions was the area on the first floor of the Community Center.

They discussed the opportunity to program that portion of the building to have more functional space.

The revised Community Center floor plan now includes a total of 47,000 square feet, with the majority being on the first floor for 27,250 square feet and the remainder, 19,750, spread out on the second floor. The prior square footage was 37,000 square feet – 20,000 square feet on the first floor, and 17,000 square feet on the second.

The revised first-floor plan includes additional meeting space, storage and a small loading and receiving area on the side of the building. There is also more functional space on the pool deck and water.

Pankonin said the restroom, located on the pool deck, has a combined building for the beach area as well. The split level provides control access from the pool deck side with the beach restroom users needing a card to get into the pool deck.

With the combined plumbing and infrastructure, the structure grew in size. The pool deck level restroom also includes showers and changing facilities, which the beach entry side restroom does not.

Another change includes the pump building, with a corner including a lifeguard area big enough to allow a lifeguard table, or a small lifeguard administration office. This building, he said, is another control access to the pool area.

The second floor is largely the same in terms of use. The ballroom has been shifted out and there is a large open area looking over the multipurpose room on the second floor.

Pankonin said on April 2 there will be a public meeting regarding the design, with a follow-up on May 7. They are working on a 3D model of the site with the anticipation of presenting some of the views at the April 2 meeting.

City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn said they will begin working with Kimley-Horne on putting those renderings together to be brought out to the community to let them know what is decided for the park. He said when they send it to the design team after the community sees the vision for the plan, they can work the design to move it to the next steps to get the construction management team to begin managing it.

They will then come back to Council during a workshop to make an amendment to the contract for design elements for the structure.

The amendment is due to the new ballroom, Community Center, pool pump house, lifeguard stations and restrooms. It will come to Council right before its next hiatus, or when they return from hiatus.

It was brought up during public comment that the historic building of the Yacht Club should not be torn down and that it was not severely damaged by the hurricane.

Ilczyszyn said through extensive records request they found that there was a designation that the Yacht Club park, in its entirety, was designated as a historic area by the historical board.

“The structure itself is not, and was not,” he said.

As far as Hurricane Ian damage, Ilczyszyn said all the glass was broken, and there was ballroom roof damage and the electric circuit breakers that fed the ballroom were destroyed.

The ballroom building, built by the city’s founders, received designation by the state as an historic building last year.

According to the city’s insurance claim, hurricane-related damage to the ballroom building itself was estimated at $25,000.

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The design behind a £787,000,000 mega-yacht Colossea – which comes with its own detachable airship – has been revealed.

The 699 ft Colossea has been created by Italian design studio Lazzarini.

It pays homage to the N1 airship, later renamed Norge, that completed the first journey to the North Pole in 1926.

Colossea features an airship that can set off on adventures independent from the main yacht structure.

When the captain decides it’s time for flight, the yacht follows the procedures to unlock the electromagnetic blocks that keep the airship mounted and unhook the winches to release the airship’s lift.

The aircraft, which boasts a 10,000 kg payload capacity, can accommodate up to 24 passengers, plus ten crew members.

The yacht offers 22 guest suites and multiple deck with pools on the rear part for a total load capacity up to 44 guests and 20 crew members .

Lazzarini say: ‘On the Colossea yacht, the airship reimagines its iconic design with the materials and technologies of today, proposing the same measurements of the 1924’s model with upgraded materials, layout and propulsion.

‘The Colossea mega-yacht is an itinerant floating docking station for the detachable airship.

‘Colossea is a concept design, but the estimated cost for the real construction is about $1B.’

The Norge was a semi-rigid Italian-built airship that was also the first aircraft to fly over the polar ice cap between Europe and America.

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On Wednesday, council members will review design options for the new structures and amenities that will go on the property.

The yacht club opened in 1962 and was the gathering place for the first residents of the city.

“I think the bigger, the better for the city hall area, with more rooms and more opportunity,” said Shadrach.

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8 Fascinating Facts About ‘Kokomo,' the Lightning-Fast 192-Foot Sailing Superyacht

Posted: March 15, 2024 | Last updated: March 15, 2024

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The 192-foot Kokomo was the second largest sloop in the world when it launched from New Zealand’s Alloy Yachts shipyard in 2010. It remains the largest fast-cruising sloop available for charter. The yacht’s commissioning owner Lang Walker (who died in January 2024) was a seasoned sailor who gave all three of his yachts the same name.

The first was a 131-foot sloop, which Walker replaced five years later with a 171-footer. The same day he took delivery of his 171-foot sloop, he placed an order for the third and final 192-foot Kokomo, which he planned to use for racing and cruising around the world. He also kept the same design team for all three yachts, with exterior and naval architecture by Ed Dubois and interior by UK’s RWD.

The reference to the yacht’s name has had different explanations over the years, ranging from the pseudonym of a composer whose music Walker played as a child to a nod to the Beach Boys’s song from their 1988 album Still Cruisin’, which references a fictional utopian island called Kokomo. The island fantasy was brought to life in 2011 when Walker acquired a private island in Fiji’s Great Astrolabe Reef and named it Kokomo.

Here are eight unknown facts about one of the most game-changing sailing yachts on the water.

You’re Going to Need a Bigger Boom

When Kokomo was launched, she was the second-largest sloop in the world and carried the largest set of sails made by Doyle Sails in New Zealand. The 23,971-square-foot asymmetric spinnaker is half the size of a professional football field, while the 9,688-square-foot mainsail needs a crane to lift it. Because of the gargantuan size of the sails, the designers entered a new era of spar and winch design, having to “reinvent” the deck equipment—winches, mast, boom, rigging and sails—to cope with the 31.6-ton load on the genoa sheet and 32-ton load on the main sheet clew. The 244-foot carbon mast is the largest ever made by Southern Spars.

A Hidden Lifting Keel

The yacht’s 130-ton lifting keel is one of its most impressive features, though it’s largely left to the imagination. The interior layout is carefully designed so that the keel structure remains hidden. Dubois Naval Architects positioned the keel box to come above the main deck, serving as a partial separation between the bridge and the main salon (see inset). Kokomo was only the second yacht to be fitted with a lifting a keel, the first being 246-foot M5 (ex-Mirabella V), the world’s largest single-masted sailing yacht. This innovative design shortens Kokomo’s 28.5-foot draft when the keel is fully extended, to just 15 feet for shallow waters.

Now You See It, Now You Don’t

Kokomo might be big on technology, but never at the expense of design. The wheelhouse has fold-down computer screens that conceal the navigation equipment when not in use, converting to beautiful carbon counter tops. This design sleight of hand transforms a highly technical area into a tony lounge. It’s a theme that extends to the foredeck, where the yacht’s two tenders are concealed in dedicated lockers. There’s also a fully retractable tender crane that launches the tenders from either side of the boat but disappears out of sight when guests are using the Jacuzzi. “The designated deck lockers were an advanced feature at the time of her launch,” says Wynne, adding that another bonus is that diesel tanks are fully available. “The tenders can be fueled onboard before launching.”

It Takes Just A Few Good Sailors

Kokomo can accommodate up to 10 crew in total, but theoretically it only takes two to sail—a helm person and a sail trimmer. That sounds almost impossible given the size and complexity of yacht. But all sails are controlled by joystick on the flybridge. And when the boat is in full-on racing mode, there are control stations on both sides, providing visibility of the sails. Thanks to the hydraulics system, the mainsail can be hoisted and lowered on a wireless remote control. Of course, maneuvers like stowing the massive genoa can never be automated. That’s a job for a half-dozen good sailors.

Art On Board

The hallway that leads to the owner’s cabin is lined with a mosaic tapestry made from sea glass woven together with wire. Backlit to create an unusual effect, it’s just one of the eclectic works of art that decorates the interior. The main salon also has a stunning and colorful work of glass art as another example.

Interior Matters

Kokomo is not all tech features. The yacht’s modern interiors combine dark wood floors and calming cream furnishings start in the main salon and continue across the five guest cabins. Penned by British studio Redman Whiteley Dixon, the design carefully wraps around the lifting keel without sacrificing or impeding on any interior guest space. The yacht accommodates up to 10 guests in a master suite, VIP, one double cabin and two twins. There are other accommodations for up to 10 crew. On the foredeck, the Jacuzzi brings another element of outdoor entertainment, bolstered by a sunken cockpit.

World Traveler

The mandate issued by Walker was to create a yacht that was a “quantum leap forward” from his previous yachts, with superior sailing characteristics and guest comfort. The mast’s height is too tall to sail through the Panama or Suez Canals, which meant it would have to be designed to sail around Cape Horn and the Cape of Good Hope to reach the Caribbean and Mediterranean. The maiden voyage took the yacht from the New Zealand shipyard to Australia, New Caledonia, the Solomon Islands, and Fiji. It also spent time at Walker’s private island (pictured above), also named Kokomo. The vessel has since spent many years exploring the Caribbean and Med. It’s based in both regions during the respective cruising seasons, with charters available through Cecil Wright.

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