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Grand Soleil 52 Performance, an elegant and well-balanced sailboat
October 13, 2024 · 23 min · 68K views
What this video covers
The Grand Soleil 52 Performance, a 2024 model from Cantiere del Pardo, balances racing performance with cruising comfort through a collaboration between naval architect Matteo Polli and Nauta Design.1:16 The hull features a structural design where bulkheads and internal framing are both glued and laminated to the hull for rigidity.3:15 The boat includes four independent stainless steel water tanks located at the centerline below the waterline, a dual-fuel tank system with a central daily tank for consistent engine performance while heeled, and New Zealand-made through-hull fittings.2:54 The deck layout includes a deep chain locker and wide side decks.5:33 Below deck, the interior offers three cabins and three heads, with the owner’s cabin featuring a full-beam layout without hull chines.14:33 The vessel is powered by a 75-horsepower Yanmar engine, capable of cruising speeds between 8.4 and 8.6 knots.21:21 Under sail, the boat demonstrates a responsive helm and the ability to surf in heavy conditions, reaching speeds of 14 to 15 knots.20:00
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