BROKER'S CORNER 425 — Buyer Beware
We've all heard of purchase horror stories, but compliance for brokers saves boat buyers from costly mistakes. ANDY HOWDEN and TONY ROSS from Ensign Ship Brokers explain why
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NEWS — Rose Bay welcomes Princess
Luxury English marque opens new Sydney office
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BRIGHT SPARKS 425 — Smarts Stimulus
Retrofitting electronic gear will enhance the boating experience, says KEVIN GREEN, and there is a wealth of new product out there
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BOAT SHOWS — 2012 Gold Coast International Marine Expo
Held from November 2 to 4; exhibitor bookings open
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BOAT TEST — Deltacraft Islander Genesis
With a bloodline going back to the ’70s, Deltacraft has been reborn with a bigger version of its evergreen cruiser. We sent JOHN FORD on a leisurely trip up river to savour life in the slow lane
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NEWS — Multihull Central expands QLD presence
New service representative appointed
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NEW BOATS — Hatteras 95 Raised Pilothouse
From Euro Report 426 by Tim Thomas
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SCIBS — Fairline to exhibit award-winning Targa 58 Gran Turismo
Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, starts Thursday, May 24 to 27
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HOW-TO — Re-cover your Boat
The transformation of a classic sailboat’s upholstery and covers emphasises the importance of communication between owner and fabricator, reports MARK BROCK
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BOAT TEST — Back Cove 34
Whether as a first boat for those looking to enjoy life some more or as a downsizer for experienced mariners, many consider the Back Cove 34 to be at the top of the list. JEFF STRANG takes a look for himself…
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NEW BOATS — Princess 40M
From Euro Report 426 by Tim Thomas
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BOAT TEST — Alaska 460 Sedan Gen II
A go-anywhere escape machine, the Alaska 460 Sedan Gen II has the legs to race away from the madding crowds. JEFF STRANG puts the pedal to the metal
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NEW BOATS — Northern Marine 85
From Stateside Report 425 by Capt Ken Kreisler
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HISTORICAL FEATURE — Aged in Wood
The Pompeis have been a Victorian institution for almost 100 years, the old ways of wooden boatbuilding still very much in vogue at the Mordialloc factory run by a never-say-die septuagenarian
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SAIL TEST — Hanse 385
The latest addition to the new Hanse 5 Series yacht range is the 385. This replacement for the outgoing 37-footer has greatly improved windward performance and brilliant space utilisation, notes ALLAN WHITING
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NEWS — Maritimo undergoes corporate restructuring
New CEO announced among recent executive appointments
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NEW BOATS — Fairline Targa 45 Open
From Euro Report 425 by Tim Thomas
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SPORT — Gold Coast Australia wins Race 10
Clipper 11-12 Round the World Yacht Race, Race 10: Oakland to Panama, Day 18
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HOW-TO — Tackle Preparation
Want to know the difference between the guy in the photo on the dock and guy telling the “one that got away” story? Preparation
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BOAT TEST – Carolina Classic 25
The Carolina Classic 25 is as American as apple pie, Old Glory, and “The Boss” Bruce Springsteen, whose song Glory Days just keeps revolving in JOHN WILLIS’S head whenever he thinks about this Yankee Doodle Dandy!
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