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Apr 26, 2021 · Pros: Fun and engaging to sail. Vast amounts of space. A lot of boat for your money. Cons: Limited stowage in 3-cabin version. Mainsheet lacked power. Some exposed systems in lockers. Product: The most boat for your money? Bavaria C38 yacht test. Manufacturer: Bavaria. Price as reviewed: £143,893.00 (Price from £143,893 inc VAT)
- Theo Stocker
- Bavaria
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The production yacht world doesn’t get any more competitive than in the 40ft sector, a size that remains so appealing for both private family cruising and charter. And I’m going to keep referring to the C42 as 40ft, because that’s the hull length without the optional bowsprit. Before we consider Bavaria’s answer to the 40 footer question, let’s rem...
With the in-mast mainsail and self-tacking jib fully unfurled (Elvstrom Sporttech laminate), we punched out into the Solent to meet photographer Rick Tomlinson. It was typical easterly conditions, with big variance in the strong gusts as we dialled down from a beam to a deep broad reach, endeavouring to keep speed up and apparent wind down. I parti...
A German mainsheet system is only an option on the Bavaria, and not one chosen for the test boat. Instead, and unusually nowadays, the main was sheeted to one of the companionway winches. So although you get the polite notification to ease from the rudder, you need to communicate this to a crewmember by the winch. Therefore, were I buying this boat...
The coachroof is a clever design, which starts far forward to maximise headroom below. It is kept low and flat-topped, which allows good visibility forward from the helms and means the roof itself can accommodate sunbathing cushions. Bavaria has incorporated an extra-long companionway roof, to allow for maximum light to enter the interior and for a...
You can tell Bavaria has paid close attention to detail, in particular with the wood and veneer work, the lighting and home comforts. Personally I prefer the lighter Alpi veneer rather than the darker walnut of the test boat and find the use of dark grey panels on the bulkheads and heads area a little cold. I’d also choose a second heads if having ...
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Jan 30, 2024 · The Bavaria C46 joins the Bavaria C38 and the Bavaria C42 as the second generation of C-line from Bavaria from Cossutti Yacht Design, distinguishable from the first generation (C45, C50, C57 and C65) by their bluff stems, beamier bows and hard hull chines up forward.
- Theo Stocker
- Bavaria
Feb 10, 2023 · The new Bavaria C46 follows hot on the heels of an impressive C38 and C42, and should deliver plenty of volume below without sacrificing sailing comfort.
- Theo Stocker
Jul 10, 2023 · The first model in a second generation of Bavaria’s C-series yachts, the new Bavaria C46 offers plenty of internal volume and on-the-water performance
May 13, 2021 · Toby Hodges joined the debut trials of the Bavaria 55 Cruiser, a radical new flagship from the German production giants. Lowering electronically, the transom door provides a large swim platform...
