Innehållsförteckning för August 2023 från Boating NZ

Occasional contributor George Empson’s photo somewhere on this page reminded me that boating takes many forms – and that Kiwis enjoy it all year round. George took the photo after a recent powerboat racing event on Lake Tekapo in a spectacular setting surrounded by the snowy peaks of the Southern Alps. It shows racegoers enjoying some welcome, I’m sure, post-race sunshine and socialising outside Lake Tekapo Boat Club. George is a keen and talented photographer who happened upon this event on his way home from feeding out his merino flock. He took a few moments to snap a series of pictures of the event and later swung by the clubhouse. We’ll feature more of his images in our next issue – Editor’s Note is always the last page we send…

New Zealand claimed victory at the opening event of the 2023 SailGP season, winning in Chicago ahead of Australia in second and Canada in third. The Kiwis are at the top of the season leaderboard for the first time since joining the circuit. “This puts us in a great position at the start of the season and we’re really happy to walk away with the first win. This feels good.” After an action-packed first day of fleet racing, Championship Saturday started out in a crawl, with light winds making it challenging for teams to get up and foiling on the fresh waters of Lake Michigan. Crews had a full set up change overnight, racing in the ‘four up’ configuration with 29-metre wings on board to make the most of the…

The Department of Conservation is asking people to do their bit to prevent humpback whales becoming entangled in fishing gear as they migrate north along the coastline. Marine technical adviser Mike Ogle says humpbacks are most likely to become entangled when migrating during winter to warmer waters. “Cray pot lines are the major cause of entanglements but nets, longlines and other ropes can also snag whales. “We’re asking people to collect any abandoned rope, fishing gear, lost or cut pot lines, avoid excessive slack in ropes when setting pots and stay vigilant, particularly from now till August.” DOC has two whale disentanglement teams trained to safely disentangle whales using specialised equipment. In May 2021 a humpback entangled in floats not far from Kaikōura took DOC and Whale Watch staff five…

TORQEEDO HAS ANNOUNCED a new battery option for its Deep Blue series of powerful electric drives: Deep Blue Battery 80. The new battery leverages lithium iron phosphate (LFP) chemistry and delivers 80kWh of energy storage, twice the capacity of the previous generation of Deep Blue batteries. The new battery’s ‘cell-to-pack’ architecture is an advanced approach to battery assembly in which individual battery cells are directly integrated into a pack without the need for intermediate modules or components. This advanced construction offsets the lower energy density of LFP batteries and enables a more compact footprint that is easier to install in many boats. The high volumetric energy density (278Wh/L) is particularly important for larger, heavier displacement vessels like cruising yachts and commercial vessels. On average, a passenger ferry emits the same…

SIMRAD YACHTING has released the new 1.5 software update to its latest multifunction display (MFD) NSX, which introduces a variety of new features, delivering more innovation for boaters. The software update includes all-new sonar sharing, fully integrated Mercury interface and control, C-MAP X-Chart Manager & X-Chart Store, as well as compatibility with a range of third-party charting options. With the update’s new sonar sharing feature, anglers can share their sonar across multiple onboard Simrad NSX displays for additional views. The enhanced NSX also provides full integration with Mercury engines, featuring connectivity to autopilot, cruise control, troll control and active trim via Mercury SmartCraft Connect. Since first launching, NSX was packaged with the latest C-MAP DISCOVER X charts, and the option to upgrade to REVEAL X – offering shaded relief layer…

We hadn’t been on a risky adventure, just out with a local friend to take underwater pictures of a reef pass on the southern side of Matuku (Lau group, eastern Fiji) for a report to get government funding for a no-fishing ‘tabu’ zone there. Our friend and boatman Maikeli, the headman of the village of Makadru, wasn’t so lucky – his body was found two days later. On this fateful morning we were reluctant to go. The weather was overcast and we both had a cold, but we didn’t want to disappoint Maikeli – and we were eager to help protect the environment of our favourite island in the Lau group. So we went down south to the Daku passage in his 24ft open boat. Approaching the pass we saw…

Living in New Zealand has many undeniable benefits, including our spectacular boating environment. However, one of the disadvantages of being so far from much of the rest of the world is that we sometime miss out on offerings from some of the world’s great manufacturers. Luckily, Auckland-based Your Marine has stepped up to fill the gap and bring us the Rodman Spirit 31, a superb example of Spanish boatbuilding prowess. Although relatively unknown here, Rodman is one of Europe’s most respected brands with nearly 50 years of history building large commercial vessels and patrol craft, as well as an extensive range of pleasure craft. They have built over 15,000 vessels during this period, and the Rodman Spirit 31 embodies many of the innovative design features that they have become renowned…

Day one of the Australian Wooden Boat Festival was getting off to a grand start as 200 vessels of every size paraded in their finery, some fully dressed, and most with flags flying in the light breeze. Leading the charge were the 10 tall ships that showed the colonial maritime history, including the giant James Craig, right down to the tiny Duyfken, one of the earliest colonial visitors from Holland, which first charted Western Australia in 1606. The Parade of Sail showcased a variety of recreational and commercial vessels that sailed across the River Derwent to enter the festival site at Constitution Dock. It was led by the Governor, Her Excellency Honourable Barbara Baker AC, on the motoryacht Egeria, a 1941 huon pine cruiser. She told me, “As a proud…

“As our sister regatta the Superyacht Cup Palma gets underway this week [June 22-23], we’re very pleased to share the NZ Millennium Cup will add its name to the superyacht regattas raced in the heart of major cities,” says organiser Stacey Cook. “When the New Zealand Millennium Cup is raced from February 23-26, 2024, it will be with Auckland, the City of Sails, as its backdrop.” The regatta is known for fun, exciting racing with a Kiwi flavour. Moving the regatta to Auckland means it will be adjacent to the country’s largest superyacht marinas and features as part of a summer of events supported by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited. In recent years the regatta has been raced in the picturesque cruising ground of the Bay of Islands in the country’s north…

A diverse range of recreational fishing, environmental, law, corporate and business organisations united as the Hauraki Gulf Alliance delivered a petition calling for bottom trawling, scallop dredging, and Danish seining to be banned from within the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park. The petition of 36,589 signatures was presented to MPs Chloe Swarbrick and Eugenie Sage outside Parliament on Thursday 22 June 2023. The alliance includes the Royal Forest & Bird Protection Society (Forest & Bird), Greenpeace Aotearoa, WWF – New Zealand, the Environment and Conservation Organisations of New Zealand (ECO), the New Zealand Sports Fishing Council (NZSFC), LegaSea, the New Zealand Underwater Association, Yachting New Zealand, Greenpeace NZ, and the New Zealand Angling & Casting Association. Numerous other businesses and organisations have joined in solidarity to support the petition’s objectives. They have…

The Auckland Provincial Yacht & Motor Boat Association was established in 1919 as an affiliation of the town and country yacht clubs that existed at that time. There were the Town Clubs – the central clubs from Taiotea at Browns Bay in the north to Otahuhu in the south – and the Country Clubs, from the Awanui Cruising Club in the Far North and south to Mercury Bay and Rotorua. Until the NZ Yachting Federation (NZYF) was formed in 1954, the Auckland Yacht & Boating Association (AYBA) managed the programme, the Railing Rules, the Class Rules and Yacht Registration for the greater Auckland Region – and worked in association with Bay of Plenty, Canterbury, Otago, Southland and Wellington Yacht and Motor Boat Associations, who often had their own registers of…

From humble beginnings in Barry’s Point Road, Takapuna on the North Shore in 1978, Ovlov moved across the bridge to become the Auckland CBD Volvo Penta servicing and sales dealer in the early 1990s with Peter Jacobs at the helm. The current owner and Managing Director Lachlan Trembath joined the company in 1999, purchasing 50% of the business from Peter not long after their move from Daldy Street to the current premises at 142 Beaumont Street, within the Orams Marine Village. Lachlan added Yamaha Marine, Hydraulink hydraulic hoses, TRAC Ecological Marine Products, Jubilee clips and other great marine products to Ovlov’s offerings and assisted Peter in growing the business – including expanding to a second branch, Ovlov Marine Pine Harbour Ltd (OMPH) in 2009. Peter retired from both businesses in…

THE NEW LOWRANCE HDS PRO chartplotter/fishfinder, highest resolution ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar and, ultra-high-definition Active Imaging HD provides a complete package of the latest fish-finding technology. HDS PRO offers full networking and bow-to-stern boat control, two new chart overlays for ActiveTarget Scout mode and Ghost 360, as well as a new 10-inch display. ActiveTarget 2 provides higher-resolution views of fish movement and structure and allows for the use of two systems at the same time. Active Imaging HD provides the clearest images of fish and structure from Lowrance CHIRP sonar, SideScan and DownScan Imaging. A new FishReveal SideScan view is now available with the new S3100 Sonar Module. FIND IT @ WWW.LOWRANCE.COM…

New, tougher legislation around biofouling has impacted boat owners and operators of marinas and hardstands alike. (See Guidelines.) The latter are obliged to ensure their facilities meet environmental standards, while among some boat owners there is a perception that hardstand capacity is reducing just when the new regulations have boosted demand for hull cleaning. Biofouling legislation has put increasing pressure on boat owners to ensure their hulls are clean before travelling from place to place. Many regions/regional councils, such as Northland and the Marlborough Sounds, now have strict biofouling standards for boats entering their waters. The tricky thing is that there is not one national set of biofouling rules for boaties to follow, with each region taking its own approach – and many marinas have even stricter standards. That means…

THE YACHT SALES CO will stage the Southern Hemisphere premiere of the new Dufour 37 at the 2023 Sydney International Boat Show, from 3 to 6 August. The stylish new model offers the largest choice of onboard living spaces of any yacht in her category, including an expansive cockpit with plancha grill, forward sunbathing area, generous saloon, contemporary galley, and a spacious master suite with extraordinary headroom. Available in two and three-cabin versions, the Dufour 37 enjoys beautiful natural light throughout its interior courtesy of large windows and deck hatches that also afford excellent ventilation. The Dufour 37 benefits from the major innovations that have made the Dufour 470 so successful, including a bowsprit platform and ergonomic deck layout. She boasts outstanding performances with superb stability and delivers improved handing and…

FAMILY BOATS is thrilled to announce the long-awaited return of BRIG rigid inflatable boats to New Zealand shores, a limited supply of which is scheduled to arrive before Christmas. After a year of forced hiatus caused by the war in Ukraine, BRIG Rigid Inflatable Boats, proudly Ukraine-made, will return to our shores. Despite the continuing turbulence in Ukraine, BRIG has resumed manufacturing at their original facilities in Kharkiv. BRIG suspended production a year ago when shelling damaged one building at their headquarters and threatened the safety of their workforce. BRIG, sold in New Zealand by Family Boats in Auckland, enjoyed a healthy market share in New Zealand prior to its pause in production. The first BRIG models to be available here will be the Eagle 8 and Eagle 670, says Family…

With its low centre of gravity and high gunnels, the Bertram 23 has always been known as the ‘big little boat’ when it came to sea going ability, and this restoration was planned to really showcase this quality. The cockpit is generous for a boat of this size, making it perfect for the keen fisherman/woman, family group or scuba diver. The project started with a smaller goal in mind – until the boat’s Gisborne-based owner realised the talent of the Marra Marine team and quickly became caught up in a shared vision to take this trailer boat to the next level. The original scope of work was as follows: • Inboard to outboard conversion• Raising the hardtop 150mm• Step-through transom with livebait tank• Cabinet work• Aluminium joinery• Paint work However,…

Puzzle no.309 Across 1. Short lines with loop used to secure loose items on vessel (7) 5. Basket-like traps used for catching crayfish (4) 8. Unexpected boat race result in regatta (5) 9. Person keeping watch from ship’s crow’s nest (7) 10. Type of high-gloss marine paint (6) 11. Sailing boat with European-shaped hull and Chinese rig (6) 13. _____ Passage – ocean between Cape Horn and Antarctic Peninsula (5) 14. Split and release mass of ice into sea - like iceberg does (5) 15. Signals used in Morse Code (6) 17. Freshwater diving birds that build floating nests (6) 20. Chatham Islands are most _____ part of NZ (7) 22. “On an even keel” is a nautical one (5) 23. This can be handy when landing big catch (4)…

This vessel has twin inboards on shafts with the props in tunnels and can accommodate a variety of different engines/power ratings. Transformarine has two preliminary arrangements, depending on how you’d like to operate the boat, with four to six berths (excluding the saloon seating). Of note is the stepped chine, which has the primary objective of reducing chine slap at rest, a common problem with reverse-chined boats. The Dreadnort V11750 will fit on a 12m berth. www.transfomarine.com www.dreadnort.com…

The countdown is on for boat owners to secure their spot at Hamilton Island Race Week, where thousands of sailors will gather from August 19 to 26. The fleet is edging towards the 200-boat mark. So far New South Wales, Western Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, Queensland, and New Zealand are represented on the growing entry list for the popular winter destination regatta. Gearing up for an epic first Race Week is Tony and Vesna Wells’ Shaw 12 named Blink, which first must face the 1,800 nautical mile delivery from Wellington, New Zealand. The Wells have allowed themselves a week to 10 days for the journey, emphasising the importance of reaching the start line first. Anything beyond that is a bonus says Tony. Marcus Blackmore’s team knows all about the adrenaline of…

The first thing you notice about the Hanse 460 is its shape. It looks more rounded than the old model, has a chine forward above the waterline which disappears amidships, and a strong turn to the hull aft, like a rounded soft chine. The yacht is beamy and carries her beam aft, with a slight reverse to the bow. This is certainly different – the result of Hanse taking the risky move of using new marine architects, French yacht designers Berret-Racoupeau. So, what prompted the move? Speaking to Cameron Burch, sales manager for the Local Hanse agency Windcraft New Zealand, the change was the result of a competitive bid process. Hanse were looking for innovation and a yacht that would lead its market segment. The risk paid off – the…

ILIAD CATAMARANS is preparing to unveil the ILIAD 53F at the 2023 Sydney International Boat Show, from 3 to 6 August. The ILIAD 53F features one of the highest bridge-deck clearances in its market segment, with a high freeboard for long passages in more challenging conditions. It delivers outstanding performance and boasts extraordinary volume. The interior living space comprises an expansive forward lounge, helm station (optional) and dining for 6-8 people. Accommodation onboard is generous with the master suite encompassing an entire hull and featuring an oversized island queen bed, panoramic windows and spacious ensuite. The galley is sleek and practical with its island bench, full-size refrigerator and freezer, and well-designed storage and the motor yacht boasts exceptional outdoor space for entertaining and relaxing, a cockpit with a bar area and…

AKZONOBEL’S GLOBAL TECHNICAL Manager, Richard Jennings, has launched a new consumer-friendly YouTube series about tips and tricks for boaters called Coatings and Coffee. It has already attracted millions of painters. Born out of lockdown when face-to-face support was banned, Richard and co-host Kees den Hollander tackle the ‘common questions you hear between boating professionals next to the coffee machine’. Straight-talking expert Richard gives the lowdown on a range of topics – from spray gun set-up to quickening the cure cycle – across 11 highly engaging clips. The new easy-to-follow series started on May 5th and topics include topcoats, sand paper, fouling control and ceramics. It is available here: https://youtu.be/ooI_5cTX2_s…

ANURA HAS LAUNCHED their largest amphibious system to date. The S40 is designed for a larger recreational and multi-role commercial craft. It features a two-wheel front assembly along with larger diameter rear wheels. This combination provides ample stability and traction for operating in various environments. Engineered for craft with a Gross Vehicle Mass of 4000kg-4500kg, S40 has a maximum speed of 9km/h. There are two power unit options – ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) and EOH (Electric Over Hydraulic). The ICE power unit is driven by a 28kW (40hp) EFI air-cooled engine, offering fast starting and instant response through Control by Wire technology. The EOH power unit replaces the ICE with a 48V brushless electric motor, delivering immediate torque, generating less heat, and providing a quieter operation. The EOH battery pack…

The couple’s design brief was simple enough: “We wanted a powercat for exploring the [Hauraki] Gulf and the east coast of the North Island. It had to be reasonably fuel-efficient, comfortably fit our family of four and fit within a 12m marina berth,” said Simon. By qualification, Simon’s a civil engineer with a solid background in GRP composites. Like Anna, he’s also been around boats most of his life, and while he’s never built a boat of this size before, he has built and maintained several GRP skiffs. Simon’s refreshingly humble about his design skills – “I just followed my nose” – however, he wisely sought the opinion of his plans from several experienced friends, including designer Greg Elliott, before starting to build. For the record, he got a universal…

Claiming to be the second-oldest model yacht club in the world, in continuous operation since 1898, the club has been part of Christchurch’s cultural make-up throughout that time. Club Patron, Mayor Phil Mauger, congratulated the club and unveiled a plaque on the occasion. An impressive display of historic model boats lined up against state-of-the-art modern RC yachts. The Founders Trophy race was the highlight of the day, the racing started using a replica cannon. About 60 boats managed three heats in very calm conditions. Winner, Bruce Edgar, took first place with the same boat and set-up he used in the same race in 1998! Members were busy helping visitors ‘Try Sailing’. Heavy rain in the afternoon did not deter the skippers and having so many boats on the lake made…

I’d agree with her there. As would the skipper of Fox II, Roy Borrelli. A New Yorker of Italian heritage, he left the smoke and trauma of the Twin Towers attack, for somewhere, “much quieter, much more peaceful. I’d even settle for boring in fact.” He achieved the first two in Akaroa, on the Banks Peninsula. But boring – never. For he and Fox II are about the busiest boat-and-bloke combination in the bay, constantly taking visitors out on tours to experience Akaroa’s splendid bay, its two marine reserves, and to see the friendly Hector’s dolphins. This last element guaranteed. Roy grew up sailing Lasers on Long Island Sound, but in the USA had found himself diverted into land-based business as a research analyst for telecom companies. Now he runs…