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An Italian Go Fast Sailboat - The Viko S 35 | Boat Tour
20 de mayo de 2024 · 11 min · 13K vistas
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The Viko S 35 is a 35-foot sailboat—measuring nearly 40 feet with its bowsprit—designed in Italy and built in Poland.1:24 The vessel features a fractional rig, inboard jib tracks, and a cockpit-sole mainsheet traveler, a configuration that favors single-handed sailing.7:03 Despite these performance-oriented features, the boat suffers from a single rudder that causes it to round up in higher winds, necessitating early reefing.8:25 The interior offers a three-cabin layout with light oak veneer, though it lacks overhead handholds and fiddles for secure movement at a heel.3:18 Maintenance access is hindered by a heavy companionway hatch lacking gas springs and a full headliner pan that obscures through-bolted deck hardware.4:20 The engine room is tight and uninsulated, housing a standard 15-horsepower Yanmar engine that may struggle against strong currents for a 13,500-pound boat.5:02 While the Viko S 35 offers a modern cockpit and competitive pricing, it faces stiff competition from established brands like Beneteau, which provide better support networks and more consistent sailing performance.10:13
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