So, you want to head offshore for true bluewater sailing? You want a vessel that will get you to your destination swiftly and safely? You want an inviting layout and all the amenities for comfortable, gracious living once you arrive? If that’s the case, then the big-boat category for this year’s Boat of the Year fleet has a pair of offerings that provide different platforms and approaches but check all the relevant boxes with style and panache. For many sailors, this will be a straightforward choice based on tastes and experiences. Do you want the open layout and broad vistas of a deck-salon layout, like the Moody DS48? Or the inherent strength and security of an aluminum hull, like the Allures 51.9? You could easily make the case both ways,…
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Cruising World (Digital) - 1 Issue, January/February 2025