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Best New Boats for 2016

[fa icon="calendar"] Feb 16, 2016 8:08:51 PM / by Daniel Flynn

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With 2016 off to a fast start, we here at Captain Ace thought we would take a look at the best new boats for 2016.  We rounded up a list of our favorite new boats from all around the world and boiled it down to a list of three impressive boats any sailor can appreciate.

1.) The Sacs Strider 50

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When built by the same company who created special-edition tenders for Ferrari and Jaguar you know it wont be soley functional.  Designed to be sleak yet impressive the Sacs Strider 50 is one of the best new boats for those who like to entertain.  With four helm seats and starboard bench seats all around, this boat is built for a family.

2.) AZUREE 46

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Designed by the always impressive Sirena Marina, the AZUREE 46 is a worthy boat for their new flagship for the range.  Built for competitive sailing, the AZUREE 46 makes our list of the Best New Boats for 2016 becauses of its masterful balance of performace versus handicapping, under both IRC and ORC rules.  Designed to minimize viscous drag, the AZUREE 46 should be on any sailors short list.

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3.) Bavaria Open 40

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While the Bavaria Open 40 might not be for everyone, those who love modern and innovative, will love it.  The high-powered catamaran checks all the buckets: speed, comfort and easy handling.  The Bavaria Open 40 makes our list of best new boats for it's unique open concept, which redifines interactions on the boat and providers the skipper unmatched visibility. 

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Daniel Flynn

Written by Daniel Flynn