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<h1>Day Cruising Boats: Plot Your Course for Leisure and Liberation</h1><h2>General Information</h2>Chartering the course of relaxation and ease, day cruising boats embody the spirit of effortless marine journeying. These vessels are the steadfast allies of leisure-seeking mariners and resolute explorers, seeking solace in the tranquil rhythm of the waves.Gracing the seascape with lengths ranging between a compact 16 feet to a magnificent 50 feet, day cruising boats offer ample living space. Designed thoughtfully, cabins, galley, and saloon merge cohesively into an inviting sanctuary. Ideal for day trips, casual fishing endeavours, or relaxed entertaining, these boats excel at fostering unforgettable memories under the canopy of the sky.<h2>Construction and Design</h2>Human ingenuity and marine expertise marry in the construction and design of day cruising boats. Hulls constructed from robust fibreglass or aluminium deliver a blend of steadiness and elegance, promising longevity and resilience.Interior designs strike the balance between comfort and style, using quality materials that resist wear and tear. Amenities echo the lullaby of convenience, designed with an intuitive understanding of a mariner’s needs on a day voyage.<h2>Key Features</h2>Spacious decks: They provide an open arena for social interactions, drinks, or simply lounging back and tasting the salty tang of the sea.Versatile seating arrangements: Adapting to every necessity, they convert from lounging areas to dining spaces, redefining flexibility.Robust railing systems: Ensuring the safety of all onboard, they are a silent guardian amidst all forms of merriment and exploration.<h2>Sub-categories</h2>Bowriders: Renowned for their spacious bow cockpit, they are perfect for summer outings and water sports.Deck boats: Showcasing a broad beam for increased stability, they are the ultimate party beasts on water.Walkarounds: Designed with a central cabin and wraparound decks, they are perfect for fishermen looking for an all-round water experience.<h2>Notable Brands &amp; Models</h2>Sea Ray Boats: Synonymous with sophistication and performance, the “SLX 310” models embody the essence of a perfect day out.Chaparral Boats: Pioneers in innovative marine design, their "Sunesta 244" is the epitome of versatile day cruising.Boston Whaler: Renowned for their unsinkable legend, model "230 Vantage" blends comfort, space, and multifunction beautifully.In the realm of day cruising boats, step into a blend of relaxation, thrill, and panoramic marine splendour. Unfurl the sails of memorable day voyages, as you share stories, laughter, and the charm of the seas with those you hold dear. Let the horizon be the limit to your maritime expeditions and let our tech-driven approach steer you towards your perfect maritime adventures.

Day Cruising

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<h1>Overnight Cruising: Embracing Serenity at Sea</h1>Overnight cruising boats emerge as the perfect blend of comfort and exploration, offering a unique opportunity to ride the waves by day and anchor under the stars by night. Ideal for adventurous seafarers and travel enthusiasts, overnight cruisers excel in long journeys across the open water. Embodying an intimate home-away-from-home feel, these boats possess well-designed cabins, fully-equipped galleys, and spacious saloons. With their size generally ranging from as low 30 feet, it guarantees ample interior space and stability on water.<h2>Construction and Design</h2>The construction of overnight cruising boats prioritises robustness and resilience, ensuring that the boat can handle long voyages with ease. The hulls, often constructed from reinforced fiberglass or steel, promise longevity and excellent seaworthiness. Interior design balances functionality and comfort, employing durable, attractive materials to create a warm and inviting environment. Optimum comfort is guaranteed thanks to thoughtfully planned layouts and high-quality fittings.<h2>Key Features</h2>Living Quarters: Overnight cruisers are equipped with comfortable berths, usually accommodating 2 to 8 people.Kitchen Facilities: They come with galleys, allowing for the storage and preparation of meals during long voyages.Safety Features: Equipped with top-notch navigational and safety equipment for secure journeying even in tough sea conditions.<h2>Sub-Categories Press Tab to write more...</h2>Trawler Yachts: Designed for long-distance, comfortable cruising with maximum fuel efficiency.Motorsailers: Combining power and sail for greater versatility, perfect for oceans or lake cruising.<h2>Notable Brands &amp; Models</h2>Beneteau: Their Oceanis range, particularly the Oceanis 45 stands out, designed for comfort and easy handling.Jeanneau: The Sun Odyssey line is popular amongst cruisers, with the Sun Odyssey 410 gaining recognition for its performance and luxury.Bavaria: C38 is a modern sailing boat that offers all the amenities you could ask for on an overnight cruise.Overnight cruises are the embodiment of the adventure that the open sea promises—amazing sunsets, brilliant night skies, and the exhilaration of the open water. Offering a balanced union of comfort, performance and exploration, they invite everyone to answer the call of the sea.

Overnight Cruising

Du Toit Yacht Design

Our stunning new flagship is a super-high-performance luxury adventurer that sports a forward cockpit and dual bulkhead helms. Charter sailors will envy her speed and beauty, racing sailors will crave her quality and comfort. Her owners will simply applaud her balance.

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Catamaran boats falls under the multihull boat category. This is a vessel with two hulls, connected through a platform that creates one catamaran yacht. Check out all multihull boat specifications on this website and learn more about them. Catamaran sailboats can be used for world cruising, fishing, chartering or day-sailing. These vessels can have only engines as propulsion means, instead of sails, in which case they are known as powered catamarans and are quite popular thanks to their stability and maneuverability. Explore all different types of catamaran sailboats on TheBoatDB and learn more about this design that dates back hundreds of years ago.

Catamaran Boats

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Mainsail

Balance Catamarans

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The category of sailboats includes both <a href="https://theboatdb.com/boats/category/daysailer">sailing yachts</a> which are luxurious and charming vessels used for recreational purposes, as well as <a href="https://theboatdb.com/boats/category/cruiserracer">racing sailboats</a> that are used for sports. Some have a single hull while others can have two or three. Compare different types of sailboats through sailing boat specs on TheBoatDB and find out the best one for you. Choose according to boat specs, and explore sailboats that vary from very large vessels, appropriate for ocean cruising, to small ones used to roam the shores.

Sail

Maker - Compare boat manufacturers on TheBoatDB and find the best boat and brand for you. You can look up boats by maker and filter your search to save some time. Check out the various models they have on our database and explore in detail the shape, performance, look, interior, and more specifications and features.

Other

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Key West Boats

Powerboats are vessels with an onboard or outboard engine that powers them and allows them to gain speed and move on the water in a way that feels like it is just sliding on the surface. As such, they are also known as speedboats. Learn more about powerboats and their speed on TheBoatDB. Pick a model and check out its maximum velocity, <a href="https://theboatdb.com/maker">manufacturer</a>, whether it is an outboard motorboat or inboard one, and other features and specifications on our online database. Check out all types of powerboats and compare side by side the ones that pique your interest the most.

Power

First 27 delivers fun and modern downwind planing sailing thanks to modern design and building technologies. Families will go cruising, you'll enjoy a fun and exciting day sailing, and she will win trophies on the club races. Interior of this pocket-cruiser can welcome up to 6 persons and offers separated bow-cabin, open space saloon, galley with freshwater, fridge and separated classic marine toilet.Light vacuum-infused hull, modern design and deep low-centre-of-gravity keel allow us to make these sailboats significantly faster, which defines the boat's character – fast, stable and safe planing sailing experience.&nbsp;Very high stability, unsinkable hull due to three insubmersability chambers, crash-box, inboard engine and balanced twin rudders for complete control are all resulting in the fact that safety is one of her strongest points.Carefully thought-out cockpit ergonomy, minimised and simplified deck controls, double winches and perfectly balanced steering system assure easy handling in single-handed, double-handed or fully-crewed setup.Reliable&nbsp;15 HP inboard engine coupled with&nbsp;simple&nbsp;linear shaft drive and foldable propeller guarantees high cruising speeds, ease of use&nbsp;and&nbsp;low maintenance.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Monohull boats are vessels with just one hull, as the name itself suggests. They can be monohull <a href="https://theboatdb.com/boats/type/sail">sailboats</a> or <a href="https://theboatdb.com/boats/type/power">powerboats</a>, which means they can be powered by an engine or by the wind. In addition, monohull boats can have a high level of luxury on board and can therefore be referred to as monohull yachts. At TheBoatDB you can look into monohull boats and explore their features. In addition, you can filter your search through monohull sailboat manufacturers and explore all models available on our site. Compare all models on our website from the comfort of your home.

Monohull

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Beneteau

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Nauticat Yachts

Great boat for Wakeboarding, Kneeboarding, Water Skiing, Barefooting or training with training boom.
Always kept in a Climate Controlled warehouse!
Kenwood Music System with 4 Kicker 6 inch speakers, 2 Wet Sounds single barrel tower mounted speakers with polished and anodized cans Powered by a Rockford Fosgate 300.4 amp.
2-Tower mounted Wakeboard racks, also, Eye Rizer.
331 fresh water hours on Lake Lanier only! Includes Ski Boom with cables. Also includes showroom condition trailer.
Extra solid brass prop included.
7 Foot Beam...
Also includes custom full length mooring cover...

Correct Craft

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EdgeWater

Designed by Ocke Mannerfelt this boat is built to be an ocean going rib. Available both with inboard and single or double outboard engines. The tube material is high quality Hypalon, and comes with a 5 year warranty. The boat can be delivered with a lot of different interiors as to the customer’s choice.

Hypalon

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Scout Boats

Set your sights upon an enticing revelation in seafaring prowess - the Dufour 1300. This vessel is the embodiment of cutting-edge nautical engineering, resplendent comfort, and our united ambition to navigate the uncharted depths of the sea.Emerging from the esteemed Dufour shipyard, the 1300 flaunts a hull meticulously crafted to exemplify stability, performance, and a commanding presence. Gracefully cutting through tranquil waters or stalwartly braving the tempest-tossed waves, the Dufour 1300 is underpinned by such features as the semi-full-length keel, improving the vessel's tracking capability, and the responsive dual-wheel steering, succinctly showcasing the fusion of power and finesse.

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Dufour Yachts

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PRICE REDUCED ... GREAT DEAL JUST GOT BETTER
At $269,900 it is an unbeatable deal. But It Now !
Ocean Yachts most popular model that changed the luxury offshore yacht market.
Originally designed in 1986 it went through three design stages to this the final evolution
THIS IS THE ULTIMATE 48 Ocean Yachts Super Sport.
Clean-You Betcha
The Right Power-YES Detroit MTU Series 60 Power
Three Starerooms-YES
Two Heads-YES
Full Main Level Galley-YES
Huge Salon-YES
Dinete-YES
Sleek and Stylish -No Question the Ocean 48 SS Turns Heads.
Fish Rigged-Family Cruised-Low Hours On The Series 60 MTU's-FAST
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<h4>Broker's Overview</h4>
The Ocean Yachts 48 Super Sport has set the pace for a quality offshore capable famility cruiser. This one is a great example with low hours and constant care
Below is more than you may want to know but worth noting
Guest Stateroom
Over and Under Berths with a Lower level double berth with a single above
Above the berth is an upholstered panel and a mirrored hatch to the rope and chain locker.
To starboard are cabinet doors with storage within. The aft cabinet on the starboard side houses the Phillips 13" TV/VCR combo on a hinge that swings towards the berth.
 Above is an escape hatch with screen and four dimmable mini halogen spots.
Lighted cedar lined hanging lockers. A hatch in the sole accesses the bow thruster and forward bilge. The access to the Head is aft and to starboard.
 Guest/Day Head Accessed from the both the guest statedroon and the&nbsp; companionway is the Guest Head.
The sole is&nbsp; teak and holly.
The vanity top is Corian with a molded sink and two cabinets in the formica vanity below. Above are two mirrored medicine cabinet doors with three shelves within. The stall shower has a curved clear acrylic door, a hand held or wall mountable fixture, a light, an exhaust fan and a small ledge for storage.
The toilet is a Vacuuflush model.
Above is a mirrored ceiling, two halogen mini spots and a small frosted opening Bomar hatch. Master Stateroom
 The Master Stateroom is to port and has a queen size berth with an upholstered headboard on an angled mirror above.
 Below the berth are two drawers inboard and three drawers at the foot of the berth. Inboard is a nightstand with a cabinet below and a built-in stereo. To port are three storage cabinets and a hinged panel housing a 13"&nbsp; TV.
Next forward is a full size cedar lined lighted hanging locker with a shelf within. Above are five halogen dimmable mini spots.
This stateroom also has the Cruiseair SMX online digital AC controls for the accommodations, two stereo speakers and private access to the Master Head. Master Stateroom Head
 The sole of the Master Head has a teak and holly sole.
The vanity has a Corian countertop with a molded white sink and two formica doors in the vanity cabinet below. Above are two mirrored medicine cabinet doors with three shelves within.
 The large shower has a seat, a clear glass door and sidelight, a hand held or wall mountable shower fixture, a light, an exhaust fan and a storage cabinet within the shower. The toilet is a Vacuuflush model. The overhead is mirrored, has two halogen mini spots and a small frosted Bomar hatch with cover. Guest Cabin The&nbsp; third Stateroom is&nbsp; roomy and offers a great deal of storage.
The berth is athwartships and has twin brass reading lamps.
 There is a lighted cedar hanging locker that is exceptionally large. Below are six drawers and two cabinets for shoes.
This area also has three dimmable halogen mini spots, mirrors and an AC vent. Salon The Salon is laid out with a large L-shaped&nbsp; sofa to port as you enter.
. A high gloss teak high low table lies in front of the sofa.
Next forward is a beveled mirrored aft bulkhead of the Galley, which is open to the Salon. To starboard upon entering the cabin is a drawer and the AC/DC panel below followed by two teak bi fold doors with shelves and storage within.
Next forward is a round bar sink and liquor dispenser.
A cabinet below has bottle storage and a drawer.
An ice icemaker is next forward. An otterman sits in front of the bar.
An L-shaped dinette with high gloss teak table, stool and storage below the cushions is forward to starboard
Above is the entertainment center with a Flatscreen TV&nbsp;
 Also in this area are 15 dimmable halogen mini spots, digital Cruiseair SMX AC controls, Hunter Douglas Duette shades on all windows, lamberkins, telephone outlets, table lamps&nbsp; Galley Trash compactor Moen single handle removable spray faucet Corian counter w/flush mount sink Two burner&nbsp; cooktop Teak &amp; Holly sole Exhaust fan Water tank level gauge Sub Zero freezer &nbsp; Sub Zero refrigerator
Plenty of drawer and cabinet storage.&nbsp;
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<li>Flybridge:</li>
<li>Fiberglass hard top</li>
<li>MTU Detroit Diesel DDEC type monitoring system</li>
<li>Three sided enclosure</li>
<li>&nbsp;Marine stereo speakers</li>
<li>L-shaped seating forward of console Flybridge&nbsp;</li>
<li>Bench seating port side of console&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hynautic Hydraulic Controls</li>
<li>Ladder Back&nbsp; helm and Companion Seating with Cushions</li>
<li>Drink refrigerator built-in</li>
<li>12 volt outlet at Helm</li>
<li>Fireboy system controls</li>
<li>&nbsp;Fuel tank gauges</li>
<li>Bennett trim tab controls</li>
<li>Overhead electronics box</li>
<li>RCL-100 point pad ACR spot light controls</li>
<li>Deck hatch in hard top</li>
<li>&nbsp;Bilge pump indicators</li>
<li>DC lights in overhead electronics panel</li>
<li>Generator "on" indicator</li>
<li>(2) Halogen spreader lights</li>
<li>Electronics &amp; Navigation</li>
<li>Garmin 4212 MFD Plotter</li>
<li>&nbsp;VHF&nbsp;</li>
<li>Furuno&nbsp; color sounder</li>
<li>Roberson autopilot</li>
<li>Furuno&nbsp; radar</li>
<li>Raytheon ST60 Tridata speed, depth log &amp; temp</li>
<li>Jensen MCD 5100 AM/FM/ CD player</li>
<li>&nbsp;Ram mic in Salon for remote VHF operation</li>
<li>Electrical Equipment</li>
<li>220 volt 50 amp Glendinning shore cord reel</li>
<li>110/220 volt AC electrical system</li>
<li>Battery parallel system</li>
<li>12/24 volt DC electrical system</li>
<li>Telephone &amp; TV shore cords &amp; inlets Dyna plate grounding system</li>
<li>(2) Guest battery shut off switches</li>
<li>10kW Westerbeke generator in soft soundshield (rebuilt electrical end 2019)</li>
<li>12 DC volt meter at electrical panel</li>
<li>Sentry 12V 60 amp battery charger</li>
<li>240 volt volt meter at electrical panel</li>
<li>(4) Group 31 HD marine batteries</li>
<li>120 volt volt meter at electrical panel</li>
<li>Fore Deck</li>
<li>Aluminum bow pennant staff</li>
<li>Electric trumpet horns</li>
<li>Powder coated side deck hand rails</li>
<li>Non skid fiberglass decks</li>
<li>Lewmar&nbsp; windlass w/up &amp; down foot switches</li>
<li>Dual spring line cleats port &amp; stbd Frameless cabin side windows</li>
<li>Anchor</li>
<li>(3) Bomar deck hatches</li>
<li>Fiberglass bow pulpit</li>
<li>International navigation lights</li>
<li>Cockpit</li>
<li>Fiberglass non skid decks</li>
<li>Cockpit coaming padding</li>
<li>Cockpit Engine Room access</li>
<li>Fresh water wash down system</li>
<li>Overhead lighting</li>
<li>Salt water wash down system</li>
<li>Port &amp; stbd coaming lockers</li>
<li>Molded Cockpit steps</li>
<li>Walk-through transom door</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>(4) Under deck storage hatches</li>
<li>Glendinning Cockpit controls in stbd side Cockpit cabinet</li>
<li>Teak covering boards</li>
<li>Engine &amp; Mechanical Equipment</li>
<li>Air sep crankcase ventilation system</li>
<li>Oil Xchanger system w/mounted 5 gal. pail</li>
<li>Cockpit access w/stainless steel ladder</li>
<li>(2) 24,000 BTU Cruiseair AC system 19gal hot water heater</li>
<li>16,000 BTU Cruiseair AC system</li>
<li>(2) Racor 1000 fuel filters&nbsp; for main engines</li>
<li>(2) Crash pumps off main engine intakes</li>
<li>Model 500 Racor&nbsp; for generator</li>
<li>Diamond plate sole</li>
<li>Glendinning synchronizer</li>
<li>High water alarm</li>
<li>Fresh water wash down spigot in Engine Room</li>
<li>110V shallow well fresh water pump</li>
<li>Fishing Equipment</li>
<li>(4) Flush mount rod holders</li>
<li>Rupp center rigger</li>
<li>
<ul>
<li>Cockpit sink under hinged cover</li>
<li>Triple spreader Rupp outriggers&nbsp;</li>
<li>(6) rod rocket launcher on aft Flybridge rail</li>
<li>Top loading Cockpit freezer w/chill tray</li>
<li>(4) "Starboard" Cockpit tackle drawers</li>
</ul> </li>
</ul>
<h4>Broker's Comments</h4>
Not often we come across a 48 Ocean SS of this vintage with all the right stuff.
The Dependable Detroit MTU Four Cycle Power is what sets this Ocean apart from it's OLD 2 cycle Detroit's or&nbsp; MAN's or&nbsp; Cat Powered cousins.
No Disappointments&nbsp; Here. Call the listing broker to arrange for a showing.
<h4>Disclaimer</h4>
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
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Name	Value
Maker	Balance Catamarans
Maker website	https://www.balancecatamarans.com
Model	750
First built hull	2024
Boat type	Sail
Category	Cruiser Boats Catamaran Boats
Hull type	Catamaran Boats
Hull material	Fiberglass

Name	Value
Length overall	23.2 m
Length at waterline	23.18 m
Beam overall	11.34 m
Headroom	2.05 m
Bridgedeck clearance	1.12 m
Draft maximum	2.17 m
Displacement	41,476.45 kg

Name	Value
Naval architect
Name/Studio	Du Toit Yacht Design
Website	https://dutoityachtdesign.co.za

Name	Value
Mainsail A	2.405
Headsail A	1.082
Headsail B	2.329
Spinnaker A	5.135

Name	Value
Engine A
Maker	Yanmar
Model	4JH110 x SD15
Engine B
Maker	Yanmar
Model	4JH110 x SD15

2024 Balance Catamarans 750

Boat Overview

Type

Maker

Hull type

Hull Material

Fiberglass

Category

Boat length (LOA)

23.2 m

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Boat Description

Overview

Specs

Performance & Ratios

Name	Value
Displacement to Length (D/L)	11.68
Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)	3.31