The new motor boats for small cruises to discover at the Grand Pavois 2017

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The Grand Pavois will open its doors to the public from September 27th to October 1st, in the Port des Minimes in La Rochelle. This is an opportunity to discover some new motorboats. Some models have just been presented in Cannes, but will make their official presentation on the Atlantic coast. Here are the models not to be missed.

The Eagle 10 from Brig

After an official presentation to the Cannes Yachting Festival a few days ago, Brig will exhibit the largest of its RIBs at the Grand Pavois but on land this time. This 9.90 m model is designed for short cruises with its double cabin with a kitchen, a convivial saloon and several sunbathing areas to enjoy a long sail with family or friends. It is equipped with 2x350 hp for a maximum speed of 50 knots.

Activ 555 cabin from Quicksilver

The Activ 555 Cabin is the third and largest model in the Cabin range. With a length of 5.50 m, this compact model can accommodate up to 6 people for day sailing and water sports. It also offers comfortable sleeping space for 2 people. The cockpit area is versatile, suitable for sailing, dining and sunbathing, with the helm seats swiveling to create a dining area, while the salon converts to a sunbathing area.

The Activ 875 Sundeck from Quicksilver

After Cannes, Quicksilver will present the largest model in its Sundeck range at the Grand Pavois. This 8.06 m model is designed for small cruising boats with a cabin that can accommodate up to 4 people. Its modular cockpit can be transformed into a dining area, a lounge or a relaxation area with a large sun deck. There is also an outside kitchen, a toilet compartment with shower and toilet and a double cabin. Several configurations of Mercury outboard engines are available: single up to 400 hp or twin up to 500 hp max.

Parker's Monaco 110

This 33-foot model is the first in a new line of sport outboards whose special feature is the large sundeck covering the engines, which can be rotated to face the sea or the cockpit. On board, there are two cabins and a bathroom with separate shower, a galley on the starboard side opposite the saloon. The largest model of the Polish shipyard is offered with several powers, from 2x150 hp to 2x300 hp.

The Nexus 870 Revo from Maxus

This 8.70 m coastal trawler is the first motor boat from Catway, distributor of Northman's Maxus sailboats. This new concept is to offer boaters the opportunity to sail like a sailboat. The Nexus 870 Revo is a displacement powerboat concept, rather slow, with a reasonable fuel consumption and very livable for cruising, as you can do on a sailboat. Inside, the living space is maximized to offer up to 6 berths. The boat is available in a cabrio or hard-top version. The Nexus 870 Revo is available with either an inboard or outboard engine. In the first version, it can be equipped with a 30 or 45 HP for very slow navigation. In the outboard version, the engine will be between 30 and 100 HP (on average between 50/60 HP).

Cheetah Marine 6.90 Cabin

Cheetah Marine is an English shipyard that produces robust and semi-custom catamarans. The New 6m Series includes several models, the largest of which, the 6.90m cabin, will be presented at the Grand Pavois.

The Ostrea 800 HB from Ocqueteau

This 7.80-meter helmsman takes the features of the Ostrea 600, but adds more space and power. The result is an efficient, all-terrain fishing boat that is comfortable for four people and can be outboard powered up to 300 hp. With a cockpit dedicated to fishing (livewell, large lockers...), the Ostrea 800 is offered in a pilot house version (with 4 real seats, two optional front benches for fishing guides) or in a T-Top version for water sports enthusiasts, with a giant sunbathing area in the bow and a modular cockpit lounge.

The Loxo 32 from Pogo Structures

The Pogo Structures shipyard is getting into the motorboat business with the Loxo 32, "a comfortable and very fuel-efficient 9.50-meter motor cruiser, offering a large range." Optimized for this displacement, the hull allows target speeds of between 10 and 15 knots, while limiting fuel consumption. The Loxo 32 is offered in single- or twin-engine configurations for 50 to 75 horsepower. On board, there is a cabin in the tip, a kitchen and a bathroom.

The Swift Trawler 35 from Bénéteau

This 11.29 m model replaces the Swift Trawler 34 released in 2009. It differs from its predecessor by its exterior design, more modern and less fishing with large windows around the wheelhouse. The interior space has also been maximized with a length and width extended. Apart from the cockpit whose access has been modified with a double door for a wider and easier access to the boat, the layout remains essentially the same. There are two cabins and a bathroom on board.

The Leader 9 WA by Jeanneau

This boat revisits the concept of the 8.5 WA, a sporty family boat whose design is inspired by the 10.5 WA. On the outside, there is a 2-seater cockpit, a galley and storage space, as well as a sunbathing area in the bow. Inside, there is a large double berth, a convertible living room, a bathroom with separate shower and a small kitchenette.

The NC 33 from Jeanneau

With a length of 10.50 m, this new model takes up the concept developed by the other models: "a floating apartment." On board, we find the characteristics that made the success of the range: wheelhouse on the same level as the cockpit, principle of modularity and terrace on the water in the cockpit, asymmetrical gangways. The facilities include 2 cabins, as well as a bathroom with shower. The NC 11 has a hull designed by Michaël Peters and will be equipped with a Volvo 2xD3-220 HP sterndrive.

The Pacific Craft 750 Sun Cruiser

The 750 Sun Cruiser is a 7.29 m model with a cabin with 2 berths, a bathroom and a front saloon. This model is not a novelty as such, but a new version with a completely new deck.

The Pacific Craft 700 DC

With a length of 7.47 m, the 700 DC is a family boat with a small cabin at the front that expands the Day Cruiser range. With a deep cockpit and a wraparound windshield, it is powered by a maximum of 300 hp.

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