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XC42: Stunning Scandinavian that still sparkles

• Graham Snook
• November 11, 2021

The Xcruising range was X-Yachts’ first step in the direction of an out-and-out cruising yacht, but has she stood the test of time? Graham Snook sailed an XC42 to find out

Freya has proved to be a solid performer, even in light winds. Credit: Graham Snook

Product Overview

Danish brand X-Yachts has built an enviable reputation for making quality racing yachts for more than 40 years.

In 2008, it took a gamble and launched the Xcruising range with the XC45 . In doing so, it proved it could make quality, comfortable cruising yachts with a turn of speed.

The XC45 won European Yacht of the Year in 2009, and later the same year the XC42 was launched.

Andrew and Karen Hunt bought their XC42 in 2011, but the condition of Freya means you’d be forgiven if you thought you had turned to the pages of a new boat test by accident.

Andrew Hunt grew up sailing with his father, but Karen hadn’t sailed before the two met. The couple have previously owned a Moody 336. They bought their XC42 Freya in 2011. Andrew also races an RS400 and a Laser. Credit: Graham Snook

She is immaculate. If it wasn’t for the polished off satin varnish on the wooden fiddles around the yacht, and the aroma that the boat heads acquire (from the shower drain), she could have come out of the X-Yachts factory yesterday.

While the XC range was aimed at cruising – with their tankage low down for great stability, a fuller hull with increased rocker for a more spacious interior, and deeper V-shaped forward sections for greater comfort – they still had the performance gene, and appeal to the type of sailor (with deep pockets) who comes from racing or who enjoys sailing.

On our test in Chichester Harbour, the true wind was rarely above 10 knots, but she still bowled along at 6-7 knots and felt delightful on the wheel.

Andrew grew up sailing with his father, who’d owned a succession of yachts: ‘I used that knowledge to find what I wanted out of a boat, so we’ve only owned two boats.’

Karen hadn’t sailed before meeting Andrew. ‘Luckily I took to it,’ she smiles. ‘And I had to learn horse riding,’ laughs Andrew.

‘We couldn’t afford a house,’ says Andrew, ‘so we lived in Karen’s flat and bought the Moody instead.’

They owned the Moody 336 for 21 years before buying Freya in 2011.

The X Factor

They were drawn to X-Yachts as Karen is half Danish, so a yacht from Denmark held a certain appeal.

‘I didn’t know enough about Faurby , the other Danish builder, at the time, but they didn’t have interior volume,’ confesses Andrew.

They looked further north to Sweden, to Arcona and Najad , but there wasn’t a boat that offered the same mixture of speed and comfort; they could find quality fast boats or cruisers but the XC42 combined the elusive mixture.

They also wanted what Andrew called a ‘cruising draught’ – one of less than 1.83m (6ft) so Freya was ordered with a shallow keel giving her a 1.70m/5ft 7in draught.

Launched in 2011, Freya was hull number 53 of 78 MkI XC42s. The XC42 went out of production in 2018.

A central table helps make the cockpit feel safe and comfortable. Credit: Graham Snook

‘The dealership has really made a difference, they have been wonderful,’ explains Andrew.

The couple also enjoy the active owners’ association. ‘We have rallies away and the racing is good, although I might be a bit more competitive than some,’ laughs Andrew.

She’s proven to be a solid performer for the couple, even in light winds , which was just as well given the sub-10-knot wind from the north-east on the day of our test.

The couple has sailed around 25,000 miles in her and cruised the Baltic, Brittany and the West Country.

Andrew and Karen find the cockpit layout easy for sailing shorthanded. Credit: Graham Snook

Their son was 10 when they bought the yacht and he was onboard when they delivered her from the Baltic to the Solent .

They sailed back to the Baltic three years ago with just two onboard – the heads seacocks needed replacing under warranty and the chance to sail back to Denmark and visit family was an opportunity they had to take advantage of.

A sunny, if light day greeted us as we met Chichester Harbour Patrol off Itchenor – our photo boat for the day.

The XC42 was designed and developed for long-distance cruising. Credit: Graham Snook

Karen and Andrew handle Freya with the reassuring air of an experienced couple who’ve sailed a lot together and are wholly familiar with their boat.

With the aid of the electric halyard winch – to port of the companionway – the main was up in no time.

XC42: responsive sailing

On the water, Freya had plenty of grip and was quick to accelerate in the puffs.

With such light winds, I wasn’t expecting much, but at 120° AWA she was making 4.7-5.4 knots in 5-6 knots AWS (10 knots TWS) further off; dead downwind with 10-12 knots TWS she was making around 5 knots.

The width constraints of Chichester Channel became more apparent as we went on a beam reach (making 6 knots in around 8 knots of breeze), then onto a fetch and close-hauled, the apparent wind increasing above 10 knots meant her speed didn’t drop below 6 knots and she made over 7 at 30° AWA.

Freya is the Mk1 version of the XC42. Credit: Graham Snook

She tacked beautifully and the helm was responsive without being twitchy.

As Karen pointed out, ‘Just because you cruise, it doesn’t mean you have to sail slowly.’

Freya ’s cockpit is broad enough for comfort but doesn’t feel like the shallow, wide racing soap dish or a Med port hopper; it feels deep, safe and comfortable thanks, in part, to the central cockpit table.

The genoa is handled by 58ST Andersen winches, while the mainsheet (led under the deck), spinnaker sheets and halyards are led to 46ST winches.

The fold-down transom is electric. Credit: Graham Snook

All the winches have the wiring for them to be converted to electric at a later date, if required.

Her cockpit might not be wide, but she still has twin wheels, mainly for better views outboard and easier access from the electrically operated fold-down transom.

On the MkII version (hull #78-99) the width of the bathing platform was extended and a liferaft locker was added under the access step into the cockpit.

The rope bin aft of the companionway hatch swallows the halyards. Credit: Graham Snook

All the cockpit locker lids are supported by gas struts; the exception is on the lid forward, just abaft of the cascade washboard, on the rope locker, or the ‘snake pit’, as Karen calls it.

All the running rigging was replaced by Marlow Ropes recently, which does a lot to smarten up her appearance as well as making everything a lot smoother.

The cockpit and hull sides are polished twice a year and she also has a winter cover to protect the deck which, if her looks are anything to go by, was an excellent investment.

The use of teak, stainless steel and the polished window surrounds on the coachroof add to her appeal. Credit: Graham Snook

She still carries her original North Sails which are going strong.

Andrew has found the mast steps are essential to detach the mainsail halyard as it stops some way short of the deck once it’s on the boom.

They have considered going to an in-boom furling system, but they are unconvinced and are looking at other sail handling solutions.

Teak in abundance

The decks have a deep solid toe rail, outboard is a stainless-steel rub-rail and on top is a thick teak capping rail.

The teak here, on the deck, coachroof, in the cockpit and on the coamings, and the generous use of stainless steel (grab rails, chunky roller-fairleads and rub rails) and the polished window surrounds add to her row-away factor.

Forward, she has a stainless-steel framed bowsprit that houses the anchor .

The quality of the material and craftsmanship means Freya is in excellent condition after 10 years. Credit: Graham Snook

A windlass is forward of the chain locker, and the chain locker is divided with the chain forward and hull-depth stowage for fenders aft.

There’s a pretty tuck to the aft sections of the hull, more teardrop than the modern bullet-shaped hulls we see nowadays; the trade-off is the narrower aft berths.

Down below, you’re greeted by teak with a prominent horizontal grain pattern; it’s all reminiscent of the warm, familiar feel of Danish furniture.

A small table in the saloon seating is handy for drinks. Credit: Graham Snook

There is lots of visible wood and it’s all lovely. There’s great detailing with the use of routed lines, vents and lots of curved corners.

A wooden grab rail blends in and runs the length of the saloon at deck level. Above, the windows all open and are recessed, cleanly hiding the blinds from sight.

Although 10 years old, the condition of the wood was remarkable. Part of this is down to the materials and finish X-Yachts employed, but Andrew’s secret is coloured wax wood repair sticks.

Extra storage on the chart table is useful. Credit: Graham Snook

Any nick or damage is simply hidden and sealed before moisture can make it worse. High wear areas have lost their satin finish to a glossy patina.

At the bottom of the companionway, there’s a large J-shaped galley to port; its shape offers good bracing. The inboard longitudinal sink faces outboard.

The orientation is a little peculiar. The MKII had the sink athwartships so the cook is forward-facing whilst using it.

The orientation of Freya ‘s sink is unconventional. Credit: Graham Snook

Instead, when Freya ’s cook is facing forward, they have a large Corian work surface and glass splashback in front of them.

The stove and top-opening fridge are outboard; above them is very good down lighting (beneath deck level) that makes cooking at night a shadow-free affair.

There is a line of vertically-hinged lockers outboard and two more ‘floating’ lockers forward, which came as standard on Freya .

The bin isn’t the most convenient place for those cooking – it’s in the inboard locker, opposite the chart table – it does, however, make it easy for the rest of the crew to use.

The forward cabin has a 2.2m (7ft 3in) long berth. Credit: Graham Snook

The saloon has L-shaped seating to port, a central island seat (providing inboard seating for those at the table and excellent stowage for provisions) and a long straight bench seat outboard to starboard.

At the forward end of the seating is a handy fiddled unit forward. Stowage is accessed by removing the seatback.

One excellent feature is the central cushion back, to starboard, which hinges down and on the back is a small table suitable for cards or drinks.

Above the seating, there are more wonderful examples of craftsmanship and Danish styling. There is a fiddled shelf on each side.

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These typify a familiar theme throughout the boat: X-Yachts haven’t made things the easiest way, but have made them in a way that looks good and is practical.

At either end of these shelves are lockers, there are vertical vents on the rounded corner posts and where they meet the lower fiddle they blend into it.

The fiddles are a wooden rail held up by vertical stainless-steel rods which, unlike a solid fiddle, allow for the contents to be seen whilst still retaining them.

Mast steps are essential to detach the mainsheet halyard on the XC42, Credit: Graham Snook

Above the shelves is a hull window formed with an X shape across it. This same arrangement can be found in the forward cabin above the berth.

The forward cabin has a 2.2m-long berth.

It is so long that the owners sleep with their heads forward and have their pillows 40cm from the forward bulkhead to get shoulder room; even so, they still have a 1.83m-long berth.

There are reading lights at both ends of the berth, which were added by Andrew and Karen.

There’s a useful seat aft of the berth and an en suite heads and shower, to port.

The base of the mast is hidden in a locker forward.

The chart table is a good size and has a handy separate lid for odds and ends outboard of the main lid for chart access.

It’s surrounded by high fiddles, but the chart storage isn’t the deepest at 45mm (2in).

Outboard is a switch panel with good quality switches and neat wiring behind it. There’s storage in the seat and the column of drawers beneath the table.

Engine access is good, although the space from the cascade washboard does remove space from the top.

The rear of the engine can be accessed to replace the saildrive leg seal, but it is a bit awkward.

After 10 years, the North sails wardrobe is still going strong. Credit: Graham Snook

Andrew has also had to change the rudder bearing, which has to be done every 6-7 years, depending on use. There is a heads to starboard abaft of the chart table.

It has a forward-facing toilet and a pull-out shower nozzle. Aft are two double cabins.

The starboard cabin is slightly narrow, having lost space to the heads and 5cm (2in) from the space between cabins, which is wide enough for a generator.

In contrast, the port aft cabin has much more room and a 1.51m-wide berth that’s over 2m long.

The corner of the fiddled shelf is rounded, both inside the shelf and outside, which prevents things from getting lost in the corners.

But it’s the details that I relished; the way the wood has been shaped and curved where one piece meets the next, the thick dark veneer edging strips around every cupboard door and drawer, the labelling of the wiring, the stainless-steel inserts for the screws that secure the floorboards.

These are the details you can see.

Having visited the X-Yachts factory, I know there are others; the steel frame that takes the loads from the keel and mast, the way every through-hull fitting is faired smooth, the lead bulb on the cast iron fin.

None of these are easy or cheap, but X-Yachts know its owners value the results.

The couple have no plans for another boat, and it’s easy to see why.

Not only is Freya like new, but they know her inside out. They might go a bit smaller one day, but it depends on how long they can keep sailing Freya .

Expert Opinion on the XC42

Nick Vass B,Sc B,Ed HND FRINA MCMS DipMarSur YS, Marine Surveyor www.omega-yachtservices.co.uk

I have found rudder problems on two X-yachts that I have recently surveyed.

The bow locker of the XC42 has an integrated self draining anchor chain compartment. Credit: Graham Snook

One was a 2003-built X43 and the other was a 2012-built XP44.

In both cases, the rudder blade had cracked apart because the aluminium rudder stock had corroded and expanded.

The XC42 uses the same make of rudder and so it is well worth checking the stock for evidence of corrosion .

Copper in conventional antifouling paint could be the culprit as it is a dissimilar metal to the anodic aluminium stock, and has been known to cause a reaction.

The trick is to apply copper-free antifouling such as Trilux to the hull and rudder around the stock. This can be done easily as Trilux or similar would be applied to the aluminium saildrive leg anyway.

As far as I am aware all XC42s were built with white gelcoat topsides as I believe they were intended to be cruised in hot climates.

However, I have found print-through on dark-hulled X-Yachts. Print-through is caused by the gelcoat continuing to cure and shrink once it has been exposed to hot sunshine.

The gelcoat contracts and the pattern of the glass fibre cloth shows through the coating. XC42s have teak decks.

Teak wears out and is expensive to replace so make sure to check the wood thoroughly.

Between 2009-2018, 99 XC42s were built making them something of a rarity so they don’t come on the second-hand market often.

Ben Sutcliffe-Davies, Marine Surveyor and full member of the Yacht Brokers Designers & Surveyors Association (YDSA) www.bensutcliffemarine.co.uk

The XC42 has been developed from the pedigree of X-Yachts racing vessels, and for those who want a performance cruising yacht, I don’t believe she will disappoint.

The production run was from about 2009 to 2018, with several improvements in the craft in 2014.

Ben Sutcliffe- Davies has been in the marine industry for over 40 years as a long- time boat builder, has been surveying craft for over 20 years and is a Full Member of the YDSA.

Like all good racing yachts, the XC42’s mast is keel stepped; it’s important to see the condition of the deck around the collar and ensure it’s not damaged.

The mast step condition is also equally important to look at to check for any signs of developing corrosion.

The rig is normally rod rigging and, while the rod can be good for 20 years, the ball/foot does need to be properly inspected or re-made about every five years.

The keel is a combination of iron and lead encapsulated in an epoxy E-glass sheath; it’s important to ensure that it is undamaged, with no obvious corrosion staining.

Check the galvanised framing for corrosion too by going through the bilges. Pay attention to areas where water can become trapped.

The rudder is GRP with an alloy stock. It is important that good galvanic protection is provided.

If using shore power, a galvanic isolator should be fitted. Look carefully at any exposed rudder stock and ensure there are no pits developing.

When checking over the engine, make sure you pay attention to the rubber gaiter on the Volvo Penta Saildrive.

If it is over seven years old, it’s generally recommended to replace it.

Alternatives to the XC42 to consider

Early Arcona 340 models had a single wheel aft of the cockpit. Twin helms can be found on later models. Credit: Graham Snook/Yachting Monthly

Few boats offer speed and a quality interior, but the Swedish-built Arcona 430 does, and she leans more towards performance than the XC42.

She is quick, responsive and a joy to sail for the helm, and comfortable for the crew both on deck and below.

Originally built with a single wheel that dominated the aft end of the cockpit, later models had twin wheels.

Her sail handling is well thought out and works well, whether you’re sailing fully crewed or shorthanded , although after sailing the XC42, her cockpit would feel more exposed as the cockpit is shallower with a cockpit table that lowers into the cockpit sole.

This leaves the cockpit open, which is better for performance sailing.

The saloon will seat seven in comfort. Credit: Graham Snook/Yachting Monthly

Like the XC42, the Arcona 430 has a galvanised steel frame to take the loads from the lead keel, and keel-stepped mast.

Her interior layout is similar: an L-shaped galley had the option of a practical rounded return, and the owner has an en suite head forward.

The saloon has U-shaped seating to port with a bench seat to starboard: the curved cushion ends robbed a bit of the saloon seating length for those sleeping.

The second heads is by the companionway. Despite her racy looking exterior, her interior is of high quality with lots of solid wood and well-considered mahogany joinery.

Her interior volume is less than the XC42.

Where the 430 slightly pips the X-Yacht is with quality of fit-out in a few areas – thicker, chunkier woodwork – and her performance, but the XC42 wins in other areas for the cruising sailor: cockpit, larger galley, interior flair and practicality.

The Arcona 430 is a performance-cruiser in every sense, whether you want to cruise with speed and style, or throw her around the racecourse then relax in comfort afterwards; she can be all you want her to be and more.

With a bit more budget you could consider the newer Arcona 435, which has been designed from the outset with twin wheels and a wide cockpit to accommodate them, tweaked performance and still a delight to sail.

The cockpit layout make for easy short-handed sailing. Credit: David Harding

The Saare 41cc centre cockpit was launched in 2008, with the aft cockpit version following a few years later in 2012.

It shared the same hull design (including keel and rudder) and rig, but gone were the raised centre cockpit and large double aft cabin, replaced instead by the option of a single aft cabin (to port) or two double cabins.

The larger, lower aft cockpit made sail handling easier, reduced the motion and increased the shelter.

With a teak deck, the Estonian Saare shares many visual similarities with the XC42, including a similar overall style, solid toe rails capped with thick teak, metal-framed windows and oversized stainless-steel mooring gear on deck.

Unlike the XC she has a single wheel and a slightly boxier coachroof appearance.

Her hull gives her a good turn of speed, while a lead keel adds stiffness and absorbs energy in the rock-hitting that goes on in Northern Baltic waters.

It was possible to have a layout identical to the XC42, but Saare chose to offer customers the option of custom layouts and finishes to allow owners to choose the layout that best suited their needs.

Her interior has a similar J-shaped galley with the sink inboard and a large work surface for food preparation.

The level of finish is very good too, and undoubtedly rivals that of the majority of Scandinavian boatyards.

While the Saare yacht lacks the level of detail and style that the XC42 possesses in spades, she undeniably offers much of what the XC42 has at a lesser price.

Sunbeam 42.1

In-mast furling and a vertical battened mainsail came as standard on the Sunbeam 42.1. Credit: Graham Snook/Yachting Monthly

The Sunbeam 42.1 offers at least two things that neither the Arcona nor the XC42 can; a centre cockpit and a large double aft cabin.

Unlike the XC42, she, like the other alternatives, is still available as a new build – the smallest current XC is the XC45.

The quality of the Sunbeam’s woodwork and joinery was above that of mass-produced boats – not that it’s possible to find a mass-produced 42ft centre-cockpit yacht of course!

Her inventory included some pricey items such as in-mast furling, windlass, oversized genoa sheet winches, teak deck and cockpit.

But she also came with many details which make using a boat less stressful; cockpit lighting, an exhaust temperature alarm and automatic engine room lighting, to name but a few.

She might not have the performance or sailing delight of the XC/Arcona, but she’s not pretending to be anything other than a long-distance comfortable cruiser.

Graham Snook is a photographer and journalist who has tested yachts and equipment for more than 20 years. Credit: Graham Snook

That said, she’s no slouch; she errs around the same distance to comfort that the Arcona does performance.

Her centre cockpit is sheltered and both sets of sheet winches are within easy reach of the helm.

The genoa winches are in line with the wheel, making it ideal if you’re left ‘helm alone’.

The aft cabin, the centre cockpit boat’s raison d’être, doesn’t disappoint either.

It’s a homely haven waiting to travel.

The under-berth stowage, wardrobes and lockers are ideal for long-distance cruising.

Her interior finish may not meet the standards of her Scandinavian rivals, but neither does her price tag.

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This is a yacht for independent minded sailors who want to escape the ties of land and explore the freedom of the seas in true cruising comfort.

Pablo Picasso following the same philosophy as Xcruising range, offers no-compromise comfort and impressive pace combined with Following extensive feedback from a large group of Xc owners, as well as our own experience over the last 6 years, 2014 marks the launch of upon the success of the Xcruising range with an updated specification including a larger bathing platform and larger hull portlights as well as new interior styling, which is more open and with more natural light without compromising safety

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The greater displacement allows for a heavier keel to be fitted. The large fuel and freshwater tanks and the heavy battery bank are all strategically located low and central in the yacht for excellent weight distribution. Lowering the centre of gravity optimises the stability and allows for a well proportioned sail plan. The Xc 42 can make short work of The composite lead/cast iron keel is encapsulated in a reinforced epoxy e-glass shell to guarantee a perfect keel section and avoid corrosion. Flush mounted skin fittings and a folding propeller reduce drag, ensuring the Xc 42 can make the...

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Designed and developed for long- takes many of the qualities of the performance X-Yachts such as rod rigging and fully encapsulated keels, but also has many features that make it ideal for offshore passage making: A powerful engine in a well insulated compartment, with a 3-bladed folding propeller Large fuel and fresh water tanks, all strategically located low and central in the yacht for optimum weight distribution An immensely strong steel hull girder frame, taking the loads from the composite lead/cast iron keel as well as from the keel stepped mast Deeper hull sections provide a greater...

Owners comments Two of our owner's describe their Xc 42 experience.,. Family Kortbeek, Holland Asking someone why they are sailing an X-Yacht is like asking a person why they are driving a German car: "Driving pleasure". It is the combination of speed and trimming possibilities on the one hand and comfort and sea-going behaviour on the other. We can compete with a full crew in our weekly Wednesday evening regatta, but are just as happy sailing double-handed to the Lofoten Islands above Weather conditions can change rapidly in the Norwegian Sea, from sailing for hours under engine to...

Family Hunt, United Kingdom Our Xc 42 Freya is a family boat and from our very first sail on the delivery trip back to the UK from Denmark, she impressed us with her sailing ability and comfort On this trip Freya was crewed just by the three of us and at the end of this maiden voyage we knew that we had made the right decision. Her performance and motion at sea is powerful and smooth even when the wind exceeds Force 6, she is easily handled by the three of us. We have cruised to Denmark, Holland, Germany, France and the Channel Islands. Accommodation on board is superb, even for extended...

Deck layout Both boats shown with optional sidedeck teak. Boat to port is shown with optional coachroof teak and fixed windscreen.

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All halyards pass below the deck surface and are stored in the cockpit floor self draining "bin". Self-draining, acrylic dropboard is supported by gas struts for easy adjustment. The 'standard' Xc 42 comes with stainless steel wheel crash bars. Optional enlarged crash bars with integrated engine throttle and/or thruster controls on the starboard wheel. Stainless steel self-tailing Andersen Winches, which can be upgraded to be electrical powered are part of Xc 42 s comprehensive standard quality. Folding teak cockpit table with GRP instrument support designed to fit a chart plotter and...

Cockpit protection Above: Optional cockpit tent and blminl are also available. The standard spray hood rests in a "sockr when folded. The standard spray hood is supported by three stainless steel frames. For canvas colour options, see page 22-23.

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Hull trim stripes A standard Xc 42 comes in a white gelcoat with steel grey (RAL 7011) waterlines and sheerline stripe, optional light grey (RAL 7035) waterlines and sheerline stripe. White hull with steel grey stripes White hull with light grey stripes Exterior fabrics Choose between standard dark grey (Swela 37365) or alternative silver grey (Swela 37362) for sprayhood, bimini, cockpit tent, cockpit cushions, boom cover, forestay cover, cockpit table and wheel covers. Other colours on request. Markilux dark grey Markilux silver grey

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Xc-42 review and test

St editor sam fortescue took x-yachts’ newly-updated xc-42mkii out for a spin on the solent on a blustery, bright winter’s day.

  ST’ s verdict:

X-Yachts sees more future in out-and-out cruising yachts than in the performance cruisers it is known for, and it has put a lot of careful thought into the Xc-42 MkII.

Her hull has proven capable and sea-kindly, good for covering the miles. But with her modern, muscular lines, she carries much of the performance DNA of the racier Xp line.

With the Scandi windscreen and fold-up transom, her cockpit feels well protected but spacious; her sail controls well positioned. The rig is flexible with its furling jib, inner forestay and bowsprit.

Below is a blend of traditional woodiness and chic modern composites that offers plenty of opportunities for showing off X-Yachts’ high quality finishing, but options are limited.

Performance : 4.5/5

Comfort :3.5/5

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She’s no wedge-shaped stealth boat or low-slung Med idler. With her moulded-in bulwarks and her high, square transom, she looks dependable, and there’s the promise of lots of volume below.

It’s a successful balance between pace and comfort which has seen the Xc-42 sell around 100 boats in six years, so there’s no change to the lines in this Mark II version.

Even with two reefs in, we still heel well and nothing I do can slow the boat below 7.5kt. On a reach we get up to more than 9kt – better than the polars predict with the mid-sized headsail.

A businesslike ‘bowsprit’ provides a tack point for the assymetric or Code 0, as well as a point for launching the anchor, which keeps it well clear of the gelcoat of the bow. It also offers a handy platform for getting ashore when moored bow-first in the Scandinavian manner.

Boom-furling main

The main is on a furling boom, engineered by Danish company FurlerBoom. Fed by a cleverly-profiled mast track, the FurlerBoom rolls away sail evenly. There is an automatic option but it is only suited to 60ft-plus boats.

Down the companionway, the feel is traditional joinery with minimalist modern upholstery and galley. There is no choice of wood finish here: it’s teak veneer cabinetry (carefully grain-matched), teak and holly sole boards and Corian work surfaces. There are 10 upholstery options.

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After her first tests in hard conditions, the Xc 42 shows to be stable and consistent with the philosophy of the new “Cruising” range of X-Yachts. This range aims at enabling the shipyards’ fans to sail more quietly. The new hull , larger and deeper, appears to be safer though the sail capabilities of the northern yachts are still the same. After the Xc 45 that NauticNews.com visited during last Nautic in Paris, the new range has been completed by a 42 ft, while the 50 ft is due to be launched in 2010.

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End of January, in the Baltic sea, the team of X-Yachts tested her last born yacht. Traditionnaly, those tests are performed before the production starts. It is then still possible to correct the last details before the first shippings. But, showed for the first time during last Düsseldorf boat show where the Xc 45 was awarded “Best European Sailing Yacht” [ see our article ] the Xc 42 reached expectations. Niels Ditmar, X-Yachts’ head engineer and a former Admiral’s Cup and One Ton winner was really pleased: “She has such high stability and long waterlines that the gusts just made her heel a few degrees more and accelerate. She was a joy to sail and very comfortable despite the freezing conditions.” The testings of the second sailing yacht of the “Cruising” range validated the choices of the shipyard. These choices are probably part of the success of the Xc 45 (30 units already sold) and of the Xc 42 (20 units ordered). The shipyard seems to be successful in its daring bet that consists in proposing cruising yachts after 30 years spent on regattas. NauticNews.com Tech Specs of Xc 42 .

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Innovative, fast, stylish, reliable and oh so comfortable.... the X-Yachts Xc-42 from Niels Jeppesen in a nutshell. Upon introduction the X-Yachts design team hit the mark on every aspect with this now much appreciated design. Taking all the best from their regatta performance and throwing safe long distance sailing parameters in the mix, it was no surprise the Xc-series have won many international professional awards. This Xc-42 comes very well equipped, is a dream to handle on both engine and while sailing and offers you the best in the performance cruising market.

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We offer this yacht for sale on behalf of a customer. This owner yacht is in a very good condition and has an extensive blue water equipment. Impressive example of the Xc42, fully equipped with all the relevant extras for a self sufficient circumnavigation.If you`re looking for a very fast and seaworthy boat to go everywhere, don`t miss this chance. The Xc42 is complete prepared to realize your dreams.

We offer this yacht for sale on behalf of a customer. This owner yacht is in a very good condition and has an extensive blue water equipment. Impressive example of the Xc42, fully equipped with all the relevant extras for a self sufficient circumnavigation.If you`re looking for a very fast and seaworthy boat to go everywhere, don`t miss this chance. The Xc42 is complete prepared to realize your dreams. Ready to cross the ocean`s and to stay at the most beautiful bays on earth. The boat was used 11 seasons on the Baltic Sea and North Sea. Indoor storage every year for 5 months. The boat is just prepared for, but has never done an ocean-crossing. The boat is registered in the German Seeschiffsregister documented by Certificate. Facts: + 4x LIFE Lithium Batteries 450 AH LIONTRON (new 08/2022) + Hydro � Generator 15 A permanent installed (10 sec. to power on) (new 2020) + Solar on Bimini and Pushpit 490 WP (new 2020) + Cockpit tent + Sterling Alternator to Batterie Charger 130 A (new 2018) + Watermaker Aquatec DD500 (new 2021) + Separate tank with extra filter for drinking-water >> the freshest water to drink + Mainsail Hydranet triradial 433 (new 2021) + Additional Furling jib 108% in DCX-M + -H Cruising Laminate triradial (new 2021) + RIB ZAR mini DL9 Aluminium with bow-locker (new 2021) + Extra stable Davits + HAM Radio & Pactor, professional installed, real working voice and Data -communication >> email on board for less + Professional WIFI via LTE on Board + Epirb Ocean Signal � global Rescue + Bimini for hot days, sprayhoodextension and cockpittent for cold days + Additional Rocna-Vulcan anchor + 100 m chain 10mm + Additional 9kg gas (Alu) (new 2021) + Plastimo life raft 6 Pers. (next maintenance winter 2023/2024) + Stern Anchor + Additional settee incl storage at salon table (new 2021) Hull: + White hull with 3 distinctive dark grey waterlines + Bottom treatment from yard (3x epoxy & 3x antifouling new 2022) + Steel frame - hot-galvanised, high strength, laminated into hull to absorb all loads from keel mast and rigging + Single point hoist for easy and safe lifting and launching of the yacht + Bathing platform incorporated in transom port with electrical hoisting and lowering system + Bathing ladder in stainless steel mounted onto bathing platform + Continuous stainless steel rail protection mounted on sheerline +mHull recessed portlights - X-Yachts style (4 pcs) Deck: + Teak deck, vacuum applied, 9 mm nominal thickness on side deck, coach roof, cockpit sole, cockpit seats and bathing platform + Bulwark with teak capping incorporated in deck/hull design + Additional seat companionway >> shelter for nightwatch + Gas springs fitted to all cockpit lockers (4 pcs / 2 new 2022) + Cockpit table with space for navigation instruments (see extras) and compass + Lowrance 200 W cockpit speakers connected to radio/CD/multimedia player new 2022 + 1 x Electrical halyard winch Andersen 46 ST on port side + 1 x Halyard winch Andersen 46 ST on starboard side + 2 x Electrical genoa winches Andersen 58 ST (with control buttons in reach of helmsman) + 2 x Mainshet winches Andersen 46 ST + A-frame on bow with teak capping, attachment point for gennaker, attachment point for bowladder + Bowladder new 2020 + Electrical anchor winch with 50m chain and Delta anchor + Fixed windscreen in front of companionway, with large sprayhood, sprayhoodextension and cockpittent (new 2018) + Stainless steel handholds at both steering wheels + Shower in cockpit (with hot/cold water) + Laminated protection around thru-hull fittings in aft cockpit lockers + Attachment point for cutter stay on foredeck, with reinforcement strip led down along bulkhead between owner's cabin and anchor locker + Gennaker sheeting package, with blocks and tackline Mast and Rigging: + Fractional double spreader, tapered silver anodized aluminium mast stepped on steel frame and specially designed for Xc 42 + Combined deck and steaming light + Combined 3-colour/anchor light in top of mast (LED) + Spreaderlights Brand: Cabinlight Danmark (new 2021) + Silver anodized boom with single line reefing system + Carbonfiber spinnaker pole, parked on rail along mast Standing Rigging: + Split backstay fitted with single Navtec 10 integral backstay adjuster on port side and turnbuckle on starboard + Discontinuous rod rigging throughout with rod turnbuckles + Furling system for genoa Running Rigging: + Spectra halyards, sheets and control lines led back to cockpit for easy handling + Additional 2:1 halyard + Lazy jacks and lazy bag system for easy dropping of mainsail Interior: + First class craftsmanship characterisic wooden interior with minimum number of visible screws + Pre-selected, top grade teak veneer throughout yacht, hand polished and varnished to satin finish, very well maintained + Blinds and flyscreen throughout on Oceanair skylights (6 pcs) + Alcantara upholstery in saloon and on seat in owner's cabin + Additional settee incl storage at salon table (new 2021) + Eberspächer heating system + TV Antenna in masttop + Alpine /CD/multimedia player with speakers in saloon, new 2020 Electrical: + Separate engine spiral-cell battery (55 Ah, 12 V) mounted near main engine. + Shore power installation with IOA shore power inlet socket mounted in cockpit. 230V AC distribution box with ground fault circuit breaker and 230 V AC socket mounted at navigation station + 270 WP solar on bimini + 220 WP solar on pushpit + 40l hot water container, connected to shore power and engine hot water circuit + Combined Mastervolt charger/inverter (12V2000W/100A) + 230V sockets throughout yacht Full Raymarine system installed, with: Over sliding hatch: + 3x ST70+ graphical colour display In cockpit table: + Axiom 9 pro Plotter + Rotary controller for changing the reading on the ST70+ displays + Rotary controller for autopilot + Raymarine 240E VHF handset with speaker At nav station: + Raymarine Ray240E VHF handset connection with speaker + HAM Radio with Pactor 3 data-communication + Furuno NX300 navtex receiver + Bohlken Westerland Barograh Connected equipment: + Raymarine Quantum radardome on special gimbaled bracket at backstay + SPX30 autopilot computer with linear drive on quadrant serviced 2022 + Raymarine AIS transceiver Sails: (Elvstroem) + Mainsail in HydraNet triradial 433, full-batten and with 3 reefs, new 2021 + Ronstan ball bearing cars for mainsail + Furling jib 108% in DCX-M + DCX-H Cruising Laminate triradial , UV-cover, just 3 month used + Furling Jib 106% in spectra cloth with reefing preparation (currently in use) + Gennaker G2 (North sails) with snuffer + Maindrop System (new 2021) + Genoa cover + Cover for cockpit table + Cover for steering wheels 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The X-Yachts Xc 42 is 42 feet long and has a 13 feet beam. This 2011 diesel X-Yachts Xc 42 with 55 horsepower. The X-Yachts Xc 42. This vessel comes equipped with battery charger, bilge pump, bimini, bow thruster, inverter, spray hood, tv as well as being equipped with autopilot, compass, depth instrument, gps, plotter, radar, speed instrument, vhf, wind instrument.

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> > Please support our sponsors and let them know you heard about their products on Cruisers Forums. 13-01-2023, 09:41   Boat: The search is on a sailboat, but I have an opportunity on a 2001 412 that I can't ignore. If not, it may be helpful if anyone has experience with X-Yachts in general. 14-01-2023, 18:38   Boat: Sabre 402 15-01-2023, 02:38   Boat: X442 think the 412/442/482 X-Yachts range is the best X-Yachts produced: good looking cruiser/racers typical of the 80's and early 90's. Despite owning a 442 myself I also think the 412 has the best proportions in that range. If I ever find the 442 becomes too big for me, I would step one size down to the 412. Since the 412, etc period X-Yachts has shifted the focus somewhat to the affluent cruiser market whereby space has taken a more central role. Performance still good but the modern X just has a lot more width carried both forward and aft. And there is now also the X-Power line which the CEO of X told me is a reflection of what people want these days... If you want sailing performance then you cannot go wrong with an X-412. Speaking from experience with my X-442 and having sailed many other yachts as well as dinghies I would say my X comes closest to the experience. It's fun, fast but also wet. Why it's wet becomes obvious when moored in the and I compare my bow to all the other bows: the X seems to be low and mean while all the other yachts have much fuller bows, bigger clearance, more comfort, less performance. So that's a off. Structurally I am very pleased to have that galvanized frame down below on which the stands, to which the is bolted and which takes all the forces from the shrouds. As a result it is possible to really tension up the rig and not be limited to what the (plastic) can stand. And running aground is not an immediate structural issue. On the whole I chose the performance combined with 90's levels of comfort and happy to be able to use decent speeds when planning. I really enjoy the sailing experience and the also appreciates faster progress on longer passages. So the main plus points of this X is performance, strength and aesthetics. Downside is not as roomy as more modern designs and of course this X is as susceptible to poor as any other . 15-01-2023, 05:41   Boat: NT37 , but they have been certified for a long time CE-A, "ocean." Nbs Thread Tools Rate This Thread : Posting Rules post new threads post replies post attachments edit your posts is are code is are are are Similar Threads Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post Nellos Monohull Sailboats 2 02-06-2016 14:40 bdbcat OpenCPN 120 15-05-2015 12:12 kargard Construction, Maintenance & Refit 8 03-03-2014 20:49 CruisingFan Monohull Sailboats 2 05-02-2013 14:36 bdbcat OpenCPN 63 22-04-2011 18:19 - - - - - - - Privacy Guaranteed - your email is never shared with anyone, opt out any time. Search forums Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt X-Yachts X-43 - Opinions As A Performance Live-Aboard Cruiser? Thread starter Laser310 Start date 12 Jul 2020 12 Jul 2020 Well-known member I did a search, as I am sure it has been discussed.., but I could not get any results. Within this generation of X-yachts, I have only ever been on the X-40 - I liked it, but it is a bit small (for me) as a live-aboard with wife and children/friends as occasional guests. It seems like the X-43 is pretty similar.., just a bit bigger. I am guessing it has similar sailing characteristics..? I've raced quite a bit on the XP-44,and it's very nice, but they are ~2X the cost. I also like Arcona's but they are somewhat rare on the 2nd hand market, and typically more expensive than comparable X-yachts. Cruising grounds would be northern Europe, and the Med.   KompetentKrew I've owned only dinghies and one-design keel boats up to 33ft - mostly without any accommodations. I am a racing navigator, and also do many deliveries - I've sailed on quite a few boats. Mostly they are very nice and larger than what I am contemplating- Gunboats, many Swans, some Oysters.., As I mentioned, I have been on the X-40, and I have also sailed a lot on an XP-44. I think the X-Yachts in general are quite a bit better than an AWB - certainly the AWB typically does not have the galvanized keel grid of the X-40 and 43. The 44 has a composite grid - to be lighter - but it still looks pretty good. The only boat that one might call an AWB that I know of with the grid is the Salona - the 41, don't know about other salonas. To me, it's really important that the keel stays on - I think there is no comparison of X-Yachts with say Beneteau, Hanse, Dehler, Bavaria.., and so on   This all surely turns on budget and what available but curious as to why an Arcona might be more ?   ashtead said: This all surely turns on budget and what available but curious as to why an Arcona might be more ? Click to expand... These boats are well regarded but not particularly numerous in the U.K. - hence to get more info and owner views might be worth contacting / joining the X Yachts UK Owners Association   Active member My 2 cents. IMO these types of cruiser racers rarely make for a good cruiser- too much sail area, easily overpowered, very light so parking in a marina and a crosswind is always fun , all the lines led into the front of the cockpit to help the kids trip up, the traveller right in the middle of where you sit. Small tanks for water and fuel etc etc If you want a racing boat, get a racing boat. If you want to cruise, get a cruiser.   STILA 44 sailing yacht for sale | De Valk Yacht broker Nice boys at Monnickendam, too.   kof said: My 2 cents. IMO these types of cruiser racers rarely make for a good cruiser- too much sail area, easily overpowered, very light so parking in a marina and a crosswind is always fun , all the lines led into the front of the cockpit to help the kids trip up, the traveller right in the middle of where you sit. Small tanks for water and fuel etc etc If you want a racing boat, get a racing boat. If you want to cruise, get a cruiser. Click to expand... KompetentKrew said: STILA 44 sailing yacht for sale | De Valk Yacht broker Nice boys at Monnickendam, too. Click to expand... 13 Jul 2020 Laser_310 said: i agree about the traveler - mostly because having the mainsheet in the cockpit cane be dangerous. putting the traveler in front of the companionway is an acceptable compromise for a cruising boat - lose a little upwind performance for a good measure of safety. the other factors you mention i can deal with - sail area in particular. you can always reef.., and it's nice to have it when you need it. the thing about "performance" boats is they don't need as much diesel - because they sail more; upwind, because they can.., in light air, because they have more easily driven hulls and the sail power... Click to expand... The X34/37/40/43 generation of X boats and Arcona are quite different from a 40.7 Higher ballast ratios, through deck jib furlers, recessed mounting of spray hood, better internal fit out, etc.   Little Grebe said: The X34/37/40/43 generation of X boats and Arcona are quite different from a 40.7 Higher ballast ratios, through deck jib furlers, recessed mounting of spray hood, better internal fit out, etc. Click to expand... I will admit to not being disinterested as I own a boat from one of the brands being discussed here (and a .7 series First some time back) However I see features like having a decent sail plan with the efficient sail handing equipment as a positive thing rather than making for a poor choice. No doubt other boats have greater fuel and water tankage but my boat has an endurance of around 50 hours under motor which is sufficient for my needs.   I like a fast cruising boat but it needs to be stiff under sail as has been mentioned. Have cruised on a First 42s7 with the heavier lead keel (std was cast iron) and it proved a great boat to sail especially in the Med. Not all X-Yachts are designed as cruiser racers - here's a cruising 42 footer: 2009 X-Yachts Xc 42 Sail New and Used Boats for Sale -   E39mad said: I like a fast cruising boat but it needs to be stiff under sail as has been mentioned. Have cruised on a First 42s7 with the heavier lead keel (std was cast iron) and it proved a great boat to sail especially in the Med. Not all X-Yachts are designed as cruiser racers - here's a cruising 42 footer: 2009 X-Yachts Xc 42 Sail New and Used Boats for Sale - Click to expand... A live-aboard especially with kids has to do many things well and sailing ability whilst important may not be as critical as you think. A fuller underwater section should mean that it copes well with all the extra weight that you put on board and is more likely to float to it's designed waterline. A shallower draft will allow you into harbours (particularly Northern Europe) that others cannot get into or closer to the beach to drop the kids off or anchor in more sheltered water. It's all a compromise - just need to find the boat which best suits your priorities. Personally I'd like a lifting keel, fewer cabins than most and more storage. Not many choices when you narrow that down.   E39mad said: A live-aboard especially with kids Click to expand... E39mad said: Personally I'd like a lifting keel, fewer cabins than most and more storage. Not many choices when you narrow that down. Click to expand... I see the forum's normal distrust of anything fast is alive and well! From the sound of it, you're a little like me in that even when not racing the satisfaction of sailing a good boat well is worth just as much as a bit more comfort in harbour. My dad had a Dufour 40 and I thought that to be about perfect in terms of the comfort/ performance compromise for longish term cruising. The 44 of the same era was also a fabulous boat, but well under your budget so probably a bit long in the tooth for your search. With a budget of £200k and a preference for fast boats, have you considered the Pogos? The 1250 is a similar size... Or is that a step too far down the performance road? Boats like the Elan E5 are a step back towards comfort from Pogo, but if you're looking at X-Yachts you may have opinions of the build quality. Certainly a fun search!   flaming said: have you considered the Pogos? The 1250 is a similar size Click to expand... 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The yacht's 250-foot mast, illuminated with lights and lashed by the storm, appears to bend to one side before it finally disappears and is replaced by darkness. 24/7 New York news stream: Watch NBC 4 free wherever you are The speed with which a yacht built to handle the roughest seas capsized stunned maritime experts.   “I can’t remember the last time I read about a vessel going down quickly like that, you know, completely capsizing and going down that quickly, a vessel of that nature, a yacht of that size,” said Stephen Richter  of SAR Marine Consulting. British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and five of the 22 other people who were aboard the 184-foot vessel remain unaccounted for and are believed to be trapped in the Bayesian’s hull, nearly 170 feet underwater. Get Tri-state area news delivered to your inbox. Sign up for NBC New York's News Headlines newsletter. Officials confirmed Monday that at least one person, the ship’s cook, had died.   Missing revealed as divers search superyacht that sank in storm off Sicily British tech magnate Mike Lynch, 2 US citizens among missing after luxury yacht sinks off Sicily Superyachts like the Bayesian, which had been available for charters at a rate of $215,000 a week, are designed to stay afloat even as they are taking on water to give the people aboard a chance to escape, Richter said.  “Boats of this size, they’re taking passengers on an excursion or a holiday,” Richter said. “They are not going to put them in situations where it may be dangerous or it may be uncomfortable, so this storm that popped up was obviously an anomaly. These vessels that carry passengers, they’re typically very well-maintained, very well-appointed.” Built by Italian shipbuilder Perini Navi in 2008, the U.K.-registered Bayesian could carry 12 guests and a crew of up to 10, according to online specialist yacht sites. Its nearly 250-foot mast is the tallest aluminum sailing mast in the world,  according to  CharterWorld Luxury Yacht Charters.  On Tuesday, Italian rescue workers  resumed the search for Lynch  and the five other passengers still missing: Lynch’s 18-year-old daughter, Hannah; Morgan Stanley International Chairman Jonathan Bloomer and his wife; and Clifford Chance lawyer Chris Morvillo and his wife. “The fear is that the bodies got trapped inside the vessel,” Salvatore Cocina, the head of civil protection in Sicily, told Reuters . The Bayesian is owned by a firm linked to Lynch’s wife, Angela Bacares, who was one of the 15 people rescued Monday after it capsized. “It’s extremely rare for a boat of this size to sink,” Richter said. What’s not rare is the kind of storm that sank it , said Simon Boxall, senior lecturer in oceanography at Britain’s University of Southampton. “People assume the Mediterranean is this rather calm and passive place that never gets storms and always blue skies,” Boxall said. “In fact, you get some quite horrendous storms that are not uncommon at this time of year.” The president of Italy’s meteorological society has said Monday’s violent storm may have involved a waterspout, essentially a tornado over water, or a downburst, which occurs more frequently but doesn’t involve the rotation of the air. Luca Mercalli, president of the Italian Meteorology Society, also said recent temperatures may have been a factor.  “The sea surface temperature around Sicily was around 30 degrees Celsius [86 Fahrenheit], which is almost 3 degrees more than normal,” Mercalli told Reuters. “This creates an enormous source of energy that contributes to these storms.” The Mediterranean sailing vacation was designed to be a celebration for Lynch, who two months ago was  acquitted by a San Francisco jury of fraud charges  stemming from the 2011 sale of his software company Autonomy to Hewlett-Packard for $11 billion. Prosecutors alleged that Lynch, dubbed “Britain’s Bill Gates,” and Autonomy’s vice president for finance, Stephen Chamberlain, had padded the firm’s finances ahead of the sale. Lynch’s lawyers argued that HP was so eager to acquire Autonomy that it failed to  adequately check the books . Lynch had taken Morvill, who was one of his defense attorneys, on the luxury trip.  Chamberlain was not on the Bayesian. In what appears to be a tragic coincidence, a  car struck and killed Chamberlain on Saturday as he was jogging in a village about 68 miles north of London, local police said. “Steve fought successfully to clear his good name at trial earlier this year, and his good name now lives on through his wonderful family,” Chamberlain’s lawyer, Gary Lincenberg, said in a statement . Henry Austin reported from London and Corky Siemaszko from New York City. This story first appeared on NBCNews.com . More from NBC News: After fully embracing life in a wheelchair, she's riding it straight to the Paralympic Games Woman nearly bitten by tiger after climbing over fence at New Jersey zoo Nancy Pelosi responds to protesters who interrupt her live interview with Stephen Colbert This article tagged under: Sailing yachts like Mike Lynch's are 'unsinkable bodies', CEO of boat manufacturing firm says Bayesian superyacht which sank off Italy is an "unsinkable" vessel, Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The Italian Sea Group, said. By Ashna Hurynag, news correspondent and Eleonora Chiarella, producer Sunday 25 August 2024 08:48, UK Vessels like Mike Lynch's stricken superyacht are "unsinkable", according to the chief executive of the firm which makes and sells them. Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The Italian Sea Group, told Sky News there are no flaws with the design and construction of the Bayesian superyacht which capsized in a storm off the coast of Porticello, Sicily, on Monday. Five bodies were found by divers on Wednesday - taking the number of confirmed dead to six. The Italian Sea Group also owns the firm that built British tech tycoon Mr Lynch's Bayesian, and Mr Costantino said the vessels "are the safest in the most absolute sense". "Being the manufacturer of Perini [boats], I know very well how the boats have always been designed and built," he said. "And as Perini is a sailing ship... sailing ships are renowned to be the safest ever." He said their structure and keel made them "unsinkable bodies". Read more on this story: Why search of superyacht wreck has been so difficult Hero mum 'slept with baby on deck when storm sank yacht' Be the first to get Breaking News Install the Sky News app for free Mr Costantino said news of the sinking "put me in a state of sadness on one side and of disbelief on the other". "This incident sounds like an unbelievable story, both technically and as a fact," he said. It is understood Italian prosecutors investigating the incident are continuing to hold interviews with the survivors. On Tuesday they questioned the captain for more than two hours to help reconstruct what happened and provide useful technical details. Four British inspectors are also in Porticello and have begun a preliminary assessment of events. It is understood they will look at all relevant aspects of the incident, including the design, stability, and operation of the vessel. They will also examine the effects of the weather conditions experienced. Keep up with all the latest news from the UK and around the world by following Sky News Twenty-two people were on board the vessel, 15 of whom were rescued - including Briton Charlotte Golunski and her one-year-old daughter Sofia. Divers will resume efforts on Thursday morning to bring ashore a body they found earlier. One more person remains missing. Related Topics Superyacht sinking Find anything you save across the site in your account I Loved Tudor’s Sailing Watch Even More While Aboard an Actual Racing Yacht Want more insider watch coverage? Get Box + Papers, GQ's newsletter devoted to the watch world, sent to your inbox every Friday. Sign up here. The weather report in Barcelona wasn’t looking particularly promising last month as I boarded a vessel on the Mediterranean. Leaving the Spanish coast behind me, storm clouds gathered overhead as the Swiss and French teams geared up to face off in the 37th edition of the America’s Cup. Then again, I was reminded, a bit of wind was a welcome sensation—without it, this regatta couldn’t get underway. If you’ve never been buzzed by an AC75, the class of racing yacht used during the current America’s Cup , it can be difficult to imagine the sensation. I no longer had to imagine as the Alinghi Red Bull team’s AC75 reached its top speed of 50 knots (58 mph) and seemed to be nearly levitating as it lifted out of the water. And if it’s flying in anything resembling your general direction, this can be quite unnerving. Even if you’re not a sailor, you’re likely familiar with America’s Cup anyway because of how frequently it intersects with the watch world. Tudor , Omega , and Panerai have all gotten in on the action, the logos of their storied brands featured prominently on mainsheets attached to each vessel’s 26.5-meter mast. For each edition of the Cup in which one of these maisons is sponsoring a team, said company will often debut a special watch, sometimes with a dedicated sailing complication such as a regatta timer. Two of the most compelling of these watches were introduced just last year: Tudor’s Pelagos FXD and FXD Chrono Alinghi Red Bull Racing Edition . As I discovered earlier this month, they become even more compelling aboard the actual yacht they’re inspired by. The racing yacht wasn't the only thing that made me feel like a member of team Alinghi that day. I also got a chance to wear the FXD from Tudor's Pelagos line. The Pelagos collection comprises the brand's most professional diving watch, complete with heavy-duty specs, some military influence, and perhaps a bit more character than the brand’s flagship Black Bay collection. Introduced in 2012, the Pelagos line has seen continuous improvement, culminating in the recent “ FXD .” (The “FXD” is for “fixed,” a design with military provenance that secures a strap to the wrist without possibility of spring bar failure.) The black-dialed FXD immediately stole my heart upon its release late in 2023, when I dove with it in Florida. I wasn’t the only one wearing this purpose-made FXD. The entire Alinghi Red Bull racing team—from team owner to engineer—was kitted out with them. For me, it’s a cool watch; for the sailing team, it’s essential gear. Timing is everything out on the open water. “We use a watch [the Pelagos FXD] that’s in complete sync with what we do here,” says Jaume Triay, a young engineer on the Alinghi Red Bull team who’s spent the past two years living in Barcelona to prepare for the competition. “It’s a low-weight, high-performance watch, and it’s made out of the same materials [as the AC75]; I think there’s a nice synergy.” Everything about the Alinghi FXD is made with yacht racing in mind. The watch is made from carbon fiber to mirror the carbon-hulled AC75 yachts, with matte blue-purple dials to match the Alinghi Red Bull livery. The numbers on the bezel are arranged in the reverse orientation from those on a dive watch. Why? On a yacht, one needs to quickly calculate countdowns, which is why the numbers go from 60-0 in a counterclockwise direction, rather than the more common 0-60. I had never spent much time with either of the new FXD watches before, but had the opportunity to wear the time-only version during my time in Barcelona for the 37th edition of the America’s Cup. I’m officially a fan. The dial is a classic Tudor affair: Done up in matte Alinghi Red Bull blue, it features a snowflake handset and matching white indices, all of which are nicely lumed with plenty of Super-LumiNova. (The indices, hands, and all bezel hashmarks glow ice blue in low light.) A red second hand matches up with red “Pelagos” text—no doubt in a reference to vintage Rolex models and in keeping with other Pelagos watches—and the rehaut, which contains the outer minute track, features the words “ALINGHI RED BULL RACING” in the upper quadrant. “Timing is important in many aspects [of what the team does],” Triay says. “It’s important in planning, such as how much time we need to train before competing, and how much time we have to design the boat. But then also, you can think about maneuvers: Are we going to do a slow, nicely controlled maneuver, or a sharp turn executed as quickly as possible? What is best, and how do you find replicable timing in order to analyze different strategies?” Indeed, timing was everything as we sailed out into the open ocean outside Barcelona aboard the yacht in order to watch Alinghi compete against the French team. The Swiss needed to win this particular race, lest it be forced to win three in a row in the double-round robin of the Louis Vuitton Challenger Section Series—or face elimination. I was eager to try aligning my bezel to properly time the race countdown as announced aboard the ship’s television, where the race was being broadcast live. Stepping out onto the deck in the rain (we picked a poor day for sailing) Alinghi’s AC75 was visible in the distance, tacking hard in the driving wind and water. Its complement of ultra-skilled sailors, however, proved their competence and seamanship, crossing the starting line just as the countdown ended and gaining a significant start on the French team. Roughly 20 minutes of hard sailing later, up and down a course established by remote-controlled buoys to align with the direction of the wind, the Swiss team captured its much-needed victory. After the win, high-fives were swapped, congratulations were offered, audible sighs of relief were exhaled. As we sailed back into harbor, we passed the AC75 furling its sails, yelling our collective “mazel tov” at the team and chase boat crews. I glanced down at the FXD and thought back to my childhood summer camp experience and the activity I most enjoyed: Sailing small Sunfish dinghies on Plunkett Reservoir. I haven’t sailed in over 20 years, but the thought suddenly crossed my mind: Maybe it’s time to sail again—Pelagos fixed firmly on wrist. Xc 42 Shoal draft Sailboat specifications. Last update: 20th March 2020 Xc 42's main features Xc 42's main dimensions, xc 42's rig and sails, xc 42's performances, xc 42's auxiliary engine, xc 42's accommodations and layout, xc 42's fore cabin, xc 42's aft cabin. Similar sailboats that may interest you: Yacht Summary Manufacturer: X-Yachts Model: Xc 42 Build Number: 42 Build Year: 2010 Lying: Norrtälje, Finland Price: Sold Contact: Robi Gripenberg Phone: +46 70 584 2545 Email: [email protected] A beautiful classic Xc 42 cruiser now for sale in Sweden. The boat is very well equipped with just about all extras you can think about, Generator Fischer Panda  4800i, Furlerboom, inner forestay good electronics partly new from 2016 and so on. The boat has been inside in a winter storage each winter and serviced only by professionals. Send me an e-mail for the full specification. Standard Specification Designer X-Yachts Design Team Hull Length 12.81 m 42'0" Waterline Length 11.47 m 37'8" Beam (max) 4.10 m 13'5" Draft 2.10 m 6'11" Ballast - Std 5,160 kg 11,376 lbs Displacement - Light 11,400 kg 25,133 lbs Engine Power 40 kW 54 hp Fuel Tank - Std 250 ltr 66 gal (US) Water Tank - Std 520 ltr 137 gal (US) Standard Xc 42 brochure Exterior Details White standard RAL 9010 with 3 grey RAL 7011 grey waterlines Bottom treatment with epoxy and anti fouling The antifouling has been re-done annually Teack deck also in Cock-pit and on the bathing plattform Sail Handling Furlerboom and inner fore stay with chainplates. Electrical Genoa winches Andersen 58STE Electrical Main sheet winches Andersen 46STE.FS Electrical Halyard winch (1 pcs PORT) Andersen 46STE.FS Sails from UK Sails in Sweden Furling main sail Furling Jib Fib for inner forestay New Code -0 Mast & Rigging John Mast standard aluminum mast Tricolour and anchor light LED Standard draft 2.10 Hatches / Portlights / Ventilation / Sprayhood Standard Portlights and Light Grey Sprayhood and Cock -pit Tent X-Yachts Windscreen Guard rail / Anchor / Stainless Steel Fittings Standard fittings with A-Frame in stainless steel with teak planking and Bow boarding ladder. Volvo Penta D2 75 hp with GORI 3 blade folding propeller Engine hrs approximately 1250 Fridge Isotherm 85 liters front opened Isotherm Magnum refridigation unit that can cool and freeze Seawater tap with electrical pump Seawater outlet in anchor locker Eberspächer D5 heater with outlets in both aft cabins, both heads, main cabin and in owners´s Generator Fischer Panda 4800i Approximate engine hrs is only about 95 hrs. 220V sockets mounted 3 pcs extra in both aft cabins and one in the front Galvanic Isolator 30Amp load capacity RED night lights in saloon 2 pcs 4 pcs LED cock pit lights Electronics Raymarine Autopilot EV 400 Course computer Ram drive with P70 display Raymarine VHF Ray 260E 2 pcs Raymarine C-90 W 9" plotters one at nav station one in the cockpit Raymarine Digital HD radar 4 kW Raymarien AIS 350 reciever 2X A75 Dispalys mounted on the garage and 1 x WiFi i70 Blaupunkt Montevideo multimedia center and 2 loudspeakers in saloon 2 loudspeakers in cock pit LED wide screen TV 16:9 22"i Bow Thruster retractable Join our Mailing List Join our monthly email mailing list to get all the latest information and news from X-Yachts directly in your inbox. American Magic endures 'brutal' elimination from America's Cup by Italy's Luna Rossa BARCELONA, Spain — American Magic's comeback fell short and it bid farewell to the 37th America's Cup after Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli secured a decisive fifth win in their playoff series on Thursday. The same Italian team had eliminated the representative of the New York Yacht Club in the same challengers' semifinal three years prior in Auckland by a 4-0 score. This time, after trailing 4-0, the boat skippered by Tom Slingsby had rallied with three straight wins before finally succumbing 5-3. “It’s brutal. You know, losing just absolutely sucks,” Terry Hutchinson, head of American Magic sailing operations, told The Associated Press. “We had higher expectations for ourselves.” American boats have won the America’s Cup a record 30 times, but their last title came in 2013. The Americans faced adversity this time around when experienced helmsman Paul Goodison was unable to race against Luna Rossa after he fell on the boat and cracked some ribs. Lucas Calabrese took his place and performed admirably, according to Slingsby, despite his limited hours in the super foiling yacht. Get stories, photos and videos about your favorite New York teams in your inbox every morning. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy . Hutchinson applauded the effort of his team but said that another exit against an admittedly “well-polished” Luna Rossa was not the plan. He also rued some what-could-have-beens in the series, which included one loss by just two seconds. “The fact that Tommy and Lucas were able to get the boat to a spot where we were knocking on the door, basically in every race except for one. I mean, in the first day of the regatta, we led both those races ... you’re just kicking yourself," he said. American Magic needed to win the two races scheduled on Thursday to advance, but Luna Rossa wrapped it up after a flawless and fast regatta that it finished a minute ahead. “We are super happy. It has been a fantastic journey in this semifinal and we are ready for more,” Luna Rossa port helmsman Francesco Bruni said. INEOS Britannia awaits the Italians in the Louis Vuitton Cup challenger’s final that will begin on Sept. 26. That will be a rematch of the 2021 challenger's final that Luna Rossa also won. The winner of the first-to-seven-wins series will face defending champion Team Emirates New Zealand in the America’s Cup final next month. Luna Rossa had been cruising in the series until the Americans got back in it. Luna Rossa aided that American fightback when some rigging broke free on the Italian yacht on Wednesday and left it disabled. When the rigging suddenly came loose a loud pop was heard and the boat crashed off its foils into the waves. But the Luna Rossa shore crew worked through the night to fix the mainsail and its boat performed perfectly. Luna Rossa took the lead in the decider when it cut behind American Magic on the first of six legs, picked up speed, and never looked back. The Americans were 700 meters behind when the winner crossed the finish line. “I would just like to mention American Magic for putting up a hell of a fight. They are a champion team and showed it,” Luna Rossa’s starboard helmsman Jimmy Spithill said. “This victory has to go to the shore team. They worked all night and this morning looked like a bunch of zombies.” Most Popular Top stories. Stay logged in. The Newsday app makes it easier to access content without having to log in. Unlimited Digital Access Only 25¢ for 5 months 461 IMAGES X4.3 Cruising or Racing Sailboat X YACHTS 42' 11" 2023 Xc 42 #42 X-YACHTS Xc 42 Cruising (エックスヨット) ヨットの新艇の販売! 購入をトータルサポートいたします。 X-YACHTS Xc 42 Cruising (エックスヨット) ヨットの新艇の販売! 購入をトータルサポートいたします。 X4.3 Cruising or Racing Sailboat X YACHTS 42' 11" 2023 Xc 42 #42 VIDEO €975,000 Yacht Tour and Sea Trial: SAY 42 MJM Yachts 42 All New MJM 42 The 42 Yacht The Yacht Delivery of an X332 from Cork to Southampton Hallberg Rassy 42 COMMENTS XC42: Stunning Scandinavian that still sparkles This product is featured in: Southerly 42 RST: Popular, fast, go-anywhere cruiser and Sadler 290: A powerful & roomy twin-keeler. XC42: Stunning Scandinavian that still sparkles. Danish brand X-Yachts has built an enviable reputation for making quality racing yachts for more than 40 years. In 2008, it took a gamble and launched the Xcruising ... 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Family Kortbeek, Holland Asking someone why they are sailing an X-Yacht is like asking a person why they are driving a German car: "Driving pleasure". It is the combination of speed and trimming possibilities on the one hand and comfort and sea-going behaviour on the other. Yacht of the Week- The Xc 42 from X-yachts Better known for their racing yachts, Denmark's X-Yachts is yet another manufacturer who has bowed to the ever expanding popularity of adventure cruising, and begun to build some good cruising boats. They are ideal for crossing oceans and sail faster than your average cruising boat. Their latest, less than a year old, is the Xc 42, a good size of yacht for the typical cruising team. Xc-42 review and test X-Yachts sees more future in out-and-out cruising yachts than in the performance cruisers it is known for, and it has put a lot of careful thought into the Xc-42 MkII. Her hull has proven capable and sea-kindly, good for covering the miles. But with her modern, muscular lines, she carries much of the performance DNA of the racier Xp line. Xc 42 Standard (X-Yachts) Sailboat specifications. The Xc 42 is a 42' (12.81m) fast cruising sailboat designed by X-Yachts Design Group (Denmark). She was built between 2009 and 2019 by X-Yachts (Denmark). The Xc 42 is as well listed, on Boat-Specs.com, in Shoal draft version (see all the versions compared). Sailing yacht X-Yachts Xc 42 The X-Yachts Xc 42 was produced by the brand X-Yachts from 2013 to 2018. X-Yachts Xc 42 is a 12.81 meters cruising yacht with a Mediterranean cockpit with a draft of 2.10 meters. The yacht has a steel hull with a CE certification class (A) and can navigate in the open ocean. The X-Yachts Xc 42 originally sold for €355.9 thousand but is no ... X-Yachts Xc 42 : tested the hard way 03/2009 - After her first tests in hard conditions, the Xc 42 shows to be stable and consistent with the philosophy of the new "Cruising" range of X-Yachts. 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If I ever find the 442 becomes too big for me, I would step one size down to the 412. X-Yachts X-43 Not all X-Yachts are designed as cruiser racers - here's a cruising 42 footer: 2009 X-Yachts Xc 42 Sail New and Used Boats for Sale - 13 Jul 2020 #16 L. Laser310 Well-known member. Joined 15 Sep 2014 Messages 1,312 Visit site. E39mad said: I like a fast cruising boat but it needs to be stiff under sail as has been mentioned. Have cruised on a ... Xc 42 Designer: X-Yachts Design Team: Hull Length: 12.81 m: 42'0" Waterline Length: 11.47 m: 37'8" Beam (max) 4.10 m: 13'5" Draft: 2.10 m: 6'11" Ballast - Std: 5,160 kg: 11,376 lbs Video shows moment sailing yacht Bayesian sinks during violent storm The Mediterranean sailing vacation was designed to be a celebration for Lynch, who two months ago was acquitted by a San Francisco jury of fraud charges stemming from the 2011 sale of his software ... Sailing yachts like Mike Lynch's are 'unsinkable bodies ... Sailing yachts like Mike Lynch's are 'unsinkable bodies', CEO of boat manufacturing firm says. Bayesian superyacht which sank off Italy is an "unsinkable" vessel, Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The ... I Loved Tudor's Sailing Watch Even More While Aboard an Actual Racing Yacht The watch is made from carbon fiber to mirror the carbon-hulled AC75 yachts, with matte blue-purple dials to match the Alinghi Red Bull livery. The numbers on the bezel are arranged in the reverse ... Xc 42 Shoal draft (X-Yachts) The Xc 42 is a 42' (12.81m) fast cruising sailboat designed by X-Yachts Design Group (Denmark). She is built since 2009 by X-Yachts (Denmark). The Shoal draft version features a shorter keel to grant access to shallow areas. The Xc 42 is as well listed, on Boat-Specs.com, in Standard version (see all the versions compared). Xc 42 re-tested by "Yachting Monthly". UK based magazine "Y achting Monthly " is reviewing previous sailing yacht designs, and chose Andrew and Karen Hunt's gorgeous Xc 42 to test. The weather was perfect for the photo-shoot and test by Graham Snook in Chichester harbour - click below for the full independent review…. XC42: Stunning Scandinavian that still sparkles ... Xc 42 #42 A beautiful classic Xc 42 cruiser now for sale in Sweden. The boat is very well equipped with just about all extras you can think about, Generator Fischer Panda 4800i, Furlerboom, inner forestay good electronics partly new from 2016 and so on. American Magic endures 'brutal' elimination from America's Cup by Italy American boats have won the America's Cup a record 30 times, but their last title came in 2013. The Americans faced adversity this time around when experienced helmsman Paul Goodison was unable ... catamaran gulet motorboat powerboat riverboat sailboat yacht