I took sailing as my PE elective in college, 1986. Been wanting to sail ever since. I feel like you do. Can’t afford the investment and maintenance cost but love living vicariously through these videos.
See below - the handle was my mistake. Those handles are meant to come off as they are used for multiple locking points - same fittings as winches and actually very good
A extremely well-thoughtout boat. Perfect for a couple to sail it and actually live even full-time on it. I like the dedicated Netflix nook and those almost ridiculously oversized countertop(consider it's a 70-foot sail boat!) in the kitchen. I can see the owner live just as comfortable as in his own house without compromising anything like watching TV or preparing food in a proper handy space.
@@tobyhodgesUK You’re welcome! The new yachts are very different from the ones in the 80’s ; like our Hallberg-Rassy 352, so it’s very interesting to see how yacht design has progressed. I really like the sailing aspect of your review, it makes the review much more informative (and exciting!)
It's amazing how I disagree with you on every corner... literally. That cockpit is so big because they sacrificed the nav station. And even then I don't see how it's OOOOH SO BIG that you talk about it for five minutes. The galley is not "huuuge". It's a normal size galley for a boat this size. So is the design. So what was it about "boat designed for two people"? What Italian style? The galley is ugly. Grey floor, blue cabinets, white countertops, wooden walls, white shelves again. The caleidoscope of badly matched colors. Three doors opening on each other and creating an incredible mess (7:08). The llight from the cockpit front windows is blocked by some weird partition. Placing the galley and the crew in the widest part of the boat has been a controversial (but frequently used) idea for decades. This boat has NOTHING unique about it as you're trying to say. What "finish quality" if the HANDLE stayed in your hand when you tried to open the engine compartment (7:27)?! Not a single door closes properly. Equipment covers not aligned properly and hanging ajar (7:09). There is a BLISTER on the day head door (8:00) - right before you say "You can feel the built quality". No, I can't. You REALLY wanted to have a go on a carbon boat, didn't you? :-))
And it's amazing how I disagree with you too! Some strong opinions there, however the ones you choose to specify are all mistaken I'm afraid. That is not improperly aligned at 7.09 - it needs a tool to open it, which I had partially done to show you what's inside. The handle to the engine room at 7.27 I have explained frequently in comments below. It is designed to come off and not be a permanent handle/snag hazard. And the blister is a trick of the light - as if the owner, yard or I would not have noticed one that large. Bear in mind this is a semi custom boat so the style and colours are up to each owner. Hence I think it this is unfair criticism. I have been to the yard, seen the build quality and sailed a few different designs from this brand. And no, it's not that I wanted a 'go on a carbon boat', but I do get the chance to go on a lot of them and try to show these opportunities via video when possible
@@yachtingworld And now I agree with you. Tastes differ. And this boat differs from the good taste. How about a deal? I'll take back half of my criticism if you agree the galley is horrible! 🙂
I'm in the Market for a blue water sailing vessel. Kindly state the specs in Meters and ft. Introducing an Italian made Yacht without the specs in meters alienates a great deal of people. That's my case...
@albertseabra9226 for the last few years we have always shown the specs of the boat at the end of each video in metric and imperial. Check at 15mins36 you will see what I mean
@@yachtingworld Neither a flexible, nor reasonable response. Would take seconds to mention metric and foot at the outset. And a great deal of people give up before getting the end of the vídeo -- and are already following other Vídeos. Furthermore, the specs are listed in a rather unappealing manner at the end of your video Most of the World adoppted the Metric System almost a Century ago. When trying to sell a product, facilitating the process is the best approach.
I am sure if you order one you can have as many TVs as you like, wherever you want them Roman! And yes, I point out the garage as I board the boat - but apologies, did not show inside
Hey guys.... I've been handicapped since 2014... (broken back, sternum, ribs, pelvis rebuilt, knee rebuilt, hands rebuilt..). ..etc. I've been solo sailing since 2016 on a 33 in the med. I've got my captains license and am looking for.a 70ft boat to captain or race as a tactician.... Can someone please help me as I can't keep sailing alone. I'm exhausted and broken. NOT BROKE just sayin.
It's not the door handle! As mentioned before, the engine room door uses winch top style fittings, which allows you to use a small removable handle - I just didn't attach it properly at the time. Nothing to do with build quality.
Thalassa , from greek θάλασσα, not θαλάσσα!! The tone is on Tha...means SEA !!On the sail is the shield of the Spartan warriors and the name of the ship means sea in Greek. Question, are you sure the boat is Italian?
@@yachtingworld always welcome Toby. I am sure the 62 sails beautifully as well! I too really appreciate your videos. Sailing represents total freedom. Looking fwd to that new video. Have a great week my friend!
This is one of the nicest medium sized sailing yachts I've ever seen. She's light and beautiful. Sit down shower what? The designer Humberto is a Genius. So so open and elegant.
The keeling design reduces heeling over and increases speed of the boat. Then in heavy weather you have better rudder control. Ballast boom but deeply keel the mast and headsails. Stem to stern academic seaworthy design.
We just wish Yachting World would reflect the real Yachting World. Real affordable boats that the majority of those that want to live the dream can afford to sail, run, maintain, berth, and have a realistic perspective of owning. Teak decks are a nightmare the further south you go. They retain heat and and need constant maintenance. Complicated electronics are lovely but lack the ability for self maintenance. The last five years you guys have just become a platform for the unaffordable and unobtainable. There is no reality to your publication or output. Your probably just going to delete or block this comment but it would be good if you responded to real sailors that live in a Yachting World.........
We show all types of sailing in the magazine. The majority of these videos though are from new yachts we get access to at shows and trials. We don't decide the market, but it has certainly become much larger and more and more high end in the new sailing yacht world in recent years. That said, stand by for a couple of more affordable new smaller yachts we're just editing up now!
I don't like it, sorry. Some parts are really nice but....owners for example, i have seen nicer. More spacious..nicer finish to the panels. But off course..that can be arranged. Like this version..no. Too much couches also. They should haven made a diverder for the tv room/space.🤷🏻
I am not a sailer yet. Why be out in the weather at the helm….double helm way aft ? Flush hatches give nice lines, but can get wet below,wilt little warning. Beautiful boat for sure. Classic Nautical interiors now days are rare…..more like a apartments. Thank you
Why would they be. There have been a lot of carbon sailing yachts for well over 20 years now. Don't you think we would have known about this by now if that was indeed an issue?...
shouldn't be - should be better than GRP as it conducts - would imagine it would be similar to a steel boat - essentially you're in a huge faraday cage.
@@stephenb7333 The expression if you have to ask, you can't afford it is a famous quote attributed to J.P. Morgan. People use it to say that something is so expensive that if you even wonder whether or not you can afford it, you can't.
@@Prairiedogma i shall mention that i dont show off.i race myself.i can afford pretty much what i want within reason.if i really want something within reason i will grab it without greed or malice.what i can afford is my business.i will take what i need with ethics and principals.anyway.what i needed was the price and which could be got at through proper channels.in any business deals one needs to know the price to work with.other wise you will resort to bartering or else.since bartering is not a common practice anymore.lol.then you need to start somewhere.in my next episode i will talk about swapping which is part of bartering.take care sailor.;)
One of theses days this merchant will sort his recording failings out...Urry up...You get good boats so do a proper job on vids if you are gonna waste my friggin time....JeeeeSus
2,8 m draf keel up? Well this is not a cruiser I would like to sail... Very bad layout for such a large yacht. Look at that TV area. So close. And the navi station. What is that? Bavaria? This is a day sailer and nothing else...
a boat designed for posing and partying in harbours of the Med. In the cabin there is nothing to hold on in heavy weather or when the boat is listing. The spacious saloon gives you enough room to accelerate from one side to the other and make a deep impression on the nice veneer.
Not a sailor (apart from a Mirror dinghy when I was a kid) but these mega-yachts seem more like a house with sails than a boat. And if you can do everything at the push of a button, doesn't that take the fun out of it (hauling on ropes and all that stuff)?
if I stay home with a video game and threw water on my face I'd have the same experience as if I were on this BUTTON BOAT. Hope the electrics are better than a FIAT
As said below, the handle was my mistake! Those handles are meant to come off as they are used for multiple locking points - same fittings as winches and actually very good
Comfort ratio of 17 this boat would be an absolute nightmare to sail in serious weather. With that much ballast that far down it would snap upright when in big seas, most likely sending the crew flying. Pretty yes. Bluewater...LMAO
i dont own a boat nor have i sailed yet, but love to watch videos like this and dream
I took sailing as my PE elective in college, 1986. Been wanting to sail ever since. I feel like you do. Can’t afford the investment and maintenance cost but love living vicariously through these videos.
Aussie Bear
I don’t own a sailing yacht
But I promise you when I do
I will invite you 💐🇧🇭
you're not alone bro
That hidden windlass is the coolest thing I’ve ever seen.
7:29 someone mentioned Italian quality?
This has now become my favourite yacht i cant afford.
I'm distracted by this video while trying to do the work that will soon enable me to live on this yacht.
Was that handle meant to come off?
See below - the handle was my mistake. Those handles are meant to come off as they are used for multiple locking points - same fittings as winches and actually very good
@@tobyhodgesUK I thought so - but it was rather funny :-)!
Beautiful boat that must be amazing to helm, but such an incredibly inefficient use of space really.
I would buy a Garcia 60 any day over this.
Stop using that fish eye lens Toby. Nice yacht tho
Lovely boat. Although I've seen Brexit deals unfurl quicker than that.
A extremely well-thoughtout boat. Perfect for a couple to sail it and actually live even full-time on it. I like the dedicated Netflix nook and those almost ridiculously oversized countertop(consider it's a 70-foot sail boat!) in the kitchen. I can see the owner live just as comfortable as in his own house without compromising anything like watching TV or preparing food in a proper handy space.
70” isn’t medium… and it’s nice to see another boat made from unobtainium
defiantly on the high end of the midrange but is is able to be single sailed sorta but if anything did go wrong then you are in trouble
Unobtanium is a registered trademark of Oakley.
@@vokstar osom
Lovely interior, but how do you get to your cabin without falling all over the saloon when the sea gets lively?
Gorgeous, you have just pushed all my buttons......researching more with a possible purchase, thank you.
7:26 Ooups!! What the....!!!! Ok What else?
You are simply killing it with the reviews, also proving you’re one of the best yacht reviewers on TH-cam!
Thank you very much! Just trying to help show some of the new yachts I get the privilege of seeing or sailing
@@tobyhodgesUK You’re welcome! The new yachts are very different from the ones in the 80’s ; like our Hallberg-Rassy 352, so it’s very interesting to see how yacht design has progressed.
I really like the sailing aspect of your review, it makes the review much more informative (and exciting!)
It's amazing how I disagree with you on every corner... literally.
That cockpit is so big because they sacrificed the nav station. And even then I don't see how it's OOOOH SO BIG that you talk about it for five minutes. The galley is not "huuuge". It's a normal size galley for a boat this size. So is the design. So what was it about "boat designed for two people"?
What Italian style? The galley is ugly. Grey floor, blue cabinets, white countertops, wooden walls, white shelves again. The caleidoscope of badly matched colors. Three doors opening on each other and creating an incredible mess (7:08). The llight from the cockpit front windows is blocked by some weird partition. Placing the galley and the crew in the widest part of the boat has been a controversial (but frequently used) idea for decades. This boat has NOTHING unique about it as you're trying to say.
What "finish quality" if the HANDLE stayed in your hand when you tried to open the engine compartment (7:27)?! Not a single door closes properly. Equipment covers not aligned properly and hanging ajar (7:09). There is a BLISTER on the day head door (8:00) - right before you say "You can feel the built quality". No, I can't.
You REALLY wanted to have a go on a carbon boat, didn't you? :-))
And it's amazing how I disagree with you too! Some strong opinions there, however the ones you choose to specify are all mistaken I'm afraid. That is not improperly aligned at 7.09 - it needs a tool to open it, which I had partially done to show you what's inside. The handle to the engine room at 7.27 I have explained frequently in comments below. It is designed to come off and not be a permanent handle/snag hazard. And the blister is a trick of the light - as if the owner, yard or I would not have noticed one that large.
Bear in mind this is a semi custom boat so the style and colours are up to each owner. Hence I think it this is unfair criticism. I have been to the yard, seen the build quality and sailed a few different designs from this brand. And no, it's not that I wanted a 'go on a carbon boat', but I do get the chance to go on a lot of them and try to show these opportunities via video when possible
@@yachtingworld And now I agree with you. Tastes differ. And this boat differs from the good taste. How about a deal? I'll take back half of my criticism if you agree the galley is horrible! 🙂
Incredible, thank you Toby!
I'm in the Market for a blue water sailing vessel.
Kindly state the specs in Meters and ft.
Introducing an Italian made Yacht without the specs in meters alienates a great deal of people.
That's my case...
@albertseabra9226 for the last few years we have always shown the specs of the boat at the end of each video in metric and imperial. Check at 15mins36 you will see what I mean
@@yachtingworld
Neither a flexible, nor reasonable response.
Would take seconds to mention metric and foot at the outset.
And a great deal of people give up before getting the end of the vídeo -- and are already following other Vídeos.
Furthermore, the specs are listed in a rather unappealing manner at the end of your video
Most of the World adoppted the Metric System almost a Century ago.
When trying to sell a product, facilitating the process is the best approach.
Wow!,, what a beautiful yacht . Thank you for the review Toby. How cool is that windless. Pretty slick
Thanks for the video I really
Enjoyed every second you
Give me some joy ⛵️💐🇧🇭
God dammit U Tube quit turning on my auto play.
Ok as long as it don’t have a Fiat or Lancea engine or electrics😂😂😂😂🙏🙏🪬🪬💎💎🥃🥃🇬🇧🇬🇧⛵️⛵️
What's up with that TV 4' from your face? And move your feet when somebody tries to get thru.
“…it’s only 70 ft…” 🤣🤣🤣. Sometimes he just loses perspective on reality
Fair point! But it was in context/comparison to 90+ footers
A couples only super yacht.. that's one sweet ride to the world.. stunning..
Thalassa 2? They could not come up with a less cliche or less ordinary name for such a yacht?
Solo sailing a seventy footer. !!!!!!!...
TV should be in the main room and the master cabin is a little noisy while sailing. Is there a dinghy garage?
I am sure if you order one you can have as many TVs as you like, wherever you want them Roman! And yes, I point out the garage as I board the boat - but apologies, did not show inside
Yes he is back woohoo
Hey guys.... I've been handicapped since 2014... (broken back, sternum, ribs, pelvis rebuilt, knee rebuilt, hands rebuilt..). ..etc. I've been solo sailing since 2016 on a 33 in the med. I've got my captains license and am looking for.a 70ft boat to captain or race as a tactician.... Can someone please help me as I can't keep sailing alone. I'm exhausted and broken. NOT BROKE just sayin.
Outstanding Toby!
Wenn was kaputt geht auf hoher See dann war’s das mit den zu zweit segeln
Gorgeous boat but you should have edited out the door handle coming off engine compartment door. Doesn't bode well for the level of quality.
It's not the door handle! As mentioned before, the engine room door uses winch top style fittings, which allows you to use a small removable handle - I just didn't attach it properly at the time. Nothing to do with build quality.
Thalassa , from greek θάλασσα, not θαλάσσα!! The tone is on Tha...means SEA !!On the sail is the shield of the Spartan warriors and the name of the ship means sea in Greek. Question, are you sure the boat is Italian?
Toby great review again! That 70 footer is nothing short of spectacular!
Thank you Joe. I recently sailed the first Ice 62 Targa too - very interesting and different - will post the video in the coming weeks
@@yachtingworld always welcome Toby. I am sure the 62 sails beautifully as well! I too really appreciate your videos. Sailing represents total freedom. Looking fwd to that new video. Have a great week my friend!
Amazing boat... However, I prefer Oyster!
The more tasteful the yacht, the shittier the typography of the ship's name. It looks like an internet Cafè in Burkarest.
"Only" 70" 🙂
Magnifique
This is one of the nicest medium sized sailing yachts I've ever seen. She's light and beautiful. Sit down shower what? The designer Humberto is a Genius. So so open and elegant.
Medium sized ?
You might appreciate that shower seat in heavy weather.
It looks alot like the Baltic 67 you sailed on. Same keel system. Thx for the tour Toby...
interior suspiciously similar to Southern Wind boats - is the designer the same?
Was that handle meant to come off?
Yes - that was my mistake! Those handles are used for multiple locking points so can remove easily - same fittings as winches
Like I always say… “Money is the only thing that really matters in this universe.”
they always look so great and then you have to put a bimini on em to not burn in the sun.
Was there a way to attach that bench to something when sailing?
What Is the price? Please
It was around €2.5m then, so probably a fair bit more now!
Beautiful but what happens when moisture infiltrates the veneers in the shower recess?
That was my first thought as well. Is this going to be practical in everyday use?
@@steenkigerrider5340 I think the owner of this boat can find a way to fix it if it is indeed a problem...
Who says they’re veneers!
...maybe in my next life.
Class all the way through!!!!
One wheel. Not two.
Personnaly i think the tv is out of place as someone would battle so close to the tv, lovely boat though, ill take one
I thought that also.
I hope this boat has a lot of sisters
Is the mast and headsails keeled more deeply than the boom ?
The keeling design reduces heeling over and increases speed of the boat. Then in heavy weather you have better rudder control. Ballast boom but deeply keel the mast and headsails. Stem to stern academic seaworthy design.
You need more drone shots. I want to see more of the exterior.
I say, now that's a smart yacht.
Yes please!
"The wine dark sea!"
Wow 🤩
How much are these? I’m guessing a cool half a million.
Yes but just for the deposit I’m afraid.
Hahahahaha. Dollars? Guess again, dummy.
and the door knob is falling off.......Italian quality......LOL
As mentioned below, that is not a door knob - it's a multi use quick fit handle with a winch socket fitting
We just wish Yachting World would reflect the real Yachting World. Real affordable boats that the majority of those that want to live the dream can afford to sail, run, maintain, berth, and have a realistic perspective of owning. Teak decks are a nightmare the further south you go. They retain heat and and need constant maintenance. Complicated electronics are lovely but lack the ability for self maintenance. The last five years you guys have just become a platform for the unaffordable and unobtainable. There is no reality to your publication or output. Your probably just going to delete or block this comment but it would be good if you responded to real sailors that live in a Yachting World.........
If you can’t dream you may as well be dead.
We show all types of sailing in the magazine. The majority of these videos though are from new yachts we get access to at shows and trials. We don't decide the market, but it has certainly become much larger and more and more high end in the new sailing yacht world in recent years. That said, stand by for a couple of more affordable new smaller yachts we're just editing up now!
PS a brand new 39-footer on the cover of our latest issue, out now!
What's with no helmsman seats on these new boats?
You sit next to the helm, it’s not a car
I have been sailing for over 55 years ... I know that. I was asking where is the helmsman's seat?
I don't like it, sorry. Some parts are really nice but....owners for example, i have seen nicer. More spacious..nicer finish to the panels. But off course..that can be arranged. Like this version..no. Too much couches also. They should haven made a diverder for the tv room/space.🤷🏻
There are at least four different interiors available for this boat...
@@angela1984a ...True. This one was interior wise a no-go for me. Outside beautiful... off course...though owners cabin..little cramped.
@@pinopino1086 It's available with an aft owners cabin that looks to be quite large...
@@angela1984a ...I look into it. Thanks....🙂👍
what an amazing yacht, thanks Tony as always for bringing us the eye candy to last a lifetime
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How about the Island Packet 439 - would love to see a review
I am not a sailer yet. Why be out in the weather at the helm….double helm way aft ? Flush hatches give nice lines, but can get wet below,wilt little warning. Beautiful boat for sure. Classic Nautical interiors now days are rare…..more like a apartments. Thank you
Med basher. A very nice one but still a Med basher.
I have always wondered if a carbon fibre boat is more susceptible to a lightening strike.... That would worry me !!
Why would they be. There have been a lot of carbon sailing yachts for well over 20 years now. Don't you think we would have known about this by now if that was indeed an issue?...
shouldn't be - should be better than GRP as it conducts - would imagine it would be similar to a steel boat - essentially you're in a huge faraday cage.
what a beauty.nice one toby.love everything about it.you didnt mention the price though.lol.take care
It’s probably a case of if you have to ask you can’t afford.
@@basincut100 is that a generic answer.you dont do business without knowing how much things cost.margins and all that...
@@stephenb7333 The expression if you have to ask, you can't afford it is a famous quote attributed to J.P. Morgan. People use it to say that something is so expensive that if you even wonder whether or not you can afford it, you can't.
@@Prairiedogma i shall mention that i dont show off.i race myself.i can afford pretty much what i want within reason.if i really want something within reason i will grab it without greed or malice.what i can afford is my business.i will take what i need with ethics and principals.anyway.what i needed was the price and which could be got at through proper channels.in any business deals one needs to know the price to work with.other wise you will resort to bartering or else.since bartering is not a common practice anymore.lol.then you need to start somewhere.in my next episode i will talk about swapping which is part of bartering.take care sailor.;)
The entire boat is carbon fiber.... wow, amazing
Hey, at least if the ice caps melt and the earth floods the rich people will be able to live,on the water in style 🤦🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️
Stunning yacht
One of theses days this merchant will sort his recording failings out...Urry up...You get good boats so do a proper job on vids if you are gonna waste my friggin time....JeeeeSus
2,8 m draf keel up? Well this is not a cruiser I would like to sail...
Very bad layout for such a large yacht.
Look at that TV area. So close. And the navi station. What is that? Bavaria?
This is a day sailer and nothing else...
It’s so frustrating that no body mention the price of boat . Even the official website of these boat companies do not provide the expected price .
a boat designed for posing and partying in harbours of the Med. In the cabin there is nothing to hold on in heavy weather or when the boat is listing. The spacious saloon gives you enough room to accelerate from one side to the other and make a deep impression on the nice veneer.
It's up to the owner to ad handles etc for ruff weather. Maybe he only take the boat out for snailing in calm waters?
That is just about the worst interior layout of a 70 foot yacht I have ever seen.
That's the most clueless comment about the interior layout of a 70 ft yacht that I've ever read.
7 Did The door handle come off?
It's a removable door handle. Toby just wasn't aware.
Not a sailor (apart from a Mirror dinghy when I was a kid) but these mega-yachts seem more like a house with sails than a boat. And if you can do everything at the push of a button, doesn't that take the fun out of it (hauling on ropes and all that stuff)?
if I stay home with a video game and threw water on my face I'd have the same experience as if I were on this BUTTON BOAT. Hope the electrics are better than a FIAT
Кто из видео Бздашека Западловского?
See how the handle broke off the door. What will fall of next? The keel. Typical Italian design.
That was not a fixed handle breaking. It is a quick release handle that I did not insert properly - see explanation in comments below.
As the handle to the brakes off in his hand
Create craftsmanship!!!
As said below, the handle was my mistake! Those handles are meant to come off as they are used for multiple locking points - same fittings as winches and actually very good
Thanks for clarifying
Also you are my favourite at showing yachts
@@joethorn.2036 Thanks Joe!
It all looks great, but being an Italian-made product, how long will it take before things start breaking down?
Longer than American junk. Look at Boeing falling from the sky.
Things will break on all boats. Name a boat were things doesn't brake.
Comfort ratio of 17 this boat would be an absolute nightmare to sail in serious weather. With that much ballast that far down it would snap upright when in big seas, most likely sending the crew flying. Pretty yes. Bluewater...LMAO
Seems more a show piece then a cozy warm boat.. I think its gone back whit the reviews…
What a wonderful boat. I have to buy a lottery ticket this week...lol. Thx for another great video Toby 👍🏼
Why not a 70 ft tri? Think a scaled up version of a Dragonfly 40 or the Bañuls 53 tri... There's also the Rapido 60, but that's a bit smaller...
Because you got to park it.
@@davelowinger7056 Can't people who can afford a 70 ft monohull afford the docking fees for a 70 ft tri?...
Why not a cabin in the Alps?
@@skerminkel9971 Yeah... Why not? But it's not that fast in light and moderate wind conditions...
Mine. Gimme.
MASHAALLAH khub valo video........
he was saying "you have to feel the quality of these doors" then pulls the handel off the genset door 🤣
oh to have millions sloshing around in my bank account!