In my opinion the Amel line of boats are the best in the world. Not only are their boats solid, beautiful, and well thought out, but the story of the company tops it off. The man who started the company, Henri Amel, did so at age 50 if I remember correctly, and he worked until he passed away at age 92...and he was practically blind since being injured during wwii. What a man, what a story! Between the incredible boats they produce, the story of Henri Amel, and the fact that he gave a reported 90% of his company ownership to his employees upon his death makes Amel boats, in my opinion, the best boats in the world.
I have to say Chris Beeson is probably one of BEST presenter around these days.. Accurate, the point and doesn’t waffle on.. well done Chris !! You presented this Boat extremely well.. more please.. don’t stop what you do..
Thats funny.. The Delos boat is why I came to this look through also... I have to say I have learned more about boats in general and emergency procedures from Yachting Monthly... Thanks guys.. All well done!!
I've always had a thing for Amel vessels.....and this was well presented by Chris Beeson whom is a master at presentation. Wish these ships were less expensive....$895,000 (2013 Base Price) is a bit above my means.
Mate great job at presenting this boat, love the way you do that. I never know if your taking the piss out of it , but great job and one great dry boat . Top stuff mate
We in the same boat. SV Delos is a big influence and I have researched a lot of boats over the months and AMEL is one of the best in safety and comfort I think.
Hello Chris, That was the most pleasant presentation we have ever seen. you could sell a rock if it could float.. Thank you.... Wayne Myrtle Beach ~~ look us up if ever in town ~~
This English gentleman was born to present yachts. I find myself wanting to watch another just so I can see another incredibly charmed presentation. I'm glad he isn't my salesman as he would likely have me buying a boat 4 times my budget while I'm simultaneously offering him a night with my wife.
Here is my problem. I recently started watching videos from Brian SV Velos. Its about a group of guys and gals who sail around the Pacific having a blast. Guess what kind of boat they have? You guessed it Amel Maramu 55 +/-. Now I am hooked and no other boat appeals to me. But my bigger mistake was showing that boat to my wife. She thinks that that is what a sailboat should be like. Sorry Joshua Slocum, but Chantiers is way ahead of the pack with that boat and I am in love. Now I just have to come up with the money. Great review.
Brian's boat is actually an Amel 53 Super Maramu built in 2000 which would have been a very early version Super Maramu. I know another guy who is sailing a 1987 Amel 46 Maramu hardtop and the improvements and upgrades are very noticeable in the Super Maramu. Even more was added on the Amel 54 version including the stay sail rigging, more cabin bells and whistles, etc.. The Amel 55 added further features and improvements, especially to the hardtop cockpit. If you really want to drool over a boat have a look at the Amel 64!! It enters the world of Super Yachts imo... and is also in that price range! :) PS... Brian SV Delos is so popular now that I've suggested to Brian that perhaps he ought to approach Amel about some kind of sponsorship since he's drawn so much attention to these beautiful blue water sailing yachts. :)
ianBeer123 Thats why I'm viewing this video, its because of SV Delos and crew. I retire in 6 years and I'm buying ( as of now at least ) an Amel or a Kanter , a previously owned vessel or sale the house in order to get a new one.
Unreal, I too was brought here after being introduced to the Amel line via the S/V Delos youtube video series. I think theirs is a 53 Super Amel. Like this one, very well designed with redundancy a primary trait.
Same here for SV Delos. Yes the crew have indeed ( perhaps cleverly so ) marketed the boat obo the manufacturer, so yes Amel ought to sponsor if they haven't done so already. Right that's my plug for the Delos crew! Saw an interview with John Kretschmer who stated that boat design and which part of the world one sails determine the kind of yacht one would purchase. So effectively there's no "best"for every sea and ocean. My intent is not to denigrate any manufacturer's product , here to learn. In Kretschmer's book " Sailing a Serious Ocean: Sailboats, Storms, Stories and Lessons Learned from 30 Years at Sea " ( no plug intended ), there is a top positive review October 6, 2014 one should read. 1. Where is the rudder located on the Amel? 2. If I wish to fully enjoy the sun, breeze and spray say island-hopping in the Caribbean, can the spray hood windscreens be removed? And yes please confirm if they are acrylic or polycarbonate. 3. Aren't there any boats, where the salon table shaft can be slid into the hull if not used so that there is more room when not used of if there is rough weather? 4. How high is the water line? 5. Hold on...great access to the helm's electricals but where do you store food items?
"notice these lil leather fillets so it doesn't slam shut. It fits very nicely and doesn't squeek." Followed by him closing it, stepping on it and hearing it squeek lol. As well as hearing it squeek even prior to him opening it. It is very well designed boat though.
It would be good to know how tall the host is, which would help viewers determine ceiling heights in these boats he displays. Being a tall man I would very much need to know this info when thinking about purchasing a boat. Great host! And three cheers for the Delos Crew!
+thomasjeffersoncry He mentioned in another review that he is 6'1".... I am tall too, so I am always looking where the top of his head is in these reviews.
An excellent look at this great boat, however as an Amel owner, I am disappointed that there was no look at the spacious engine room compartment which allows easy access to all the machinery for maintenance.
That cockpit is great for cold northern weather. But for being out in the Caribbean or more tropical climates in general, I can imagine the cockpit being a bit of a blunder. Not only heat, but also because sailing stops being fun at that point when everything is automated and enclosed. Incredible ship though.
There is nothing wrong with the one they have. It's very nearly as big as this but faster. They've sailed over 80 thousand miles and will probably sail another 80,000 at least.
And they have enough money to buy at lest three new boats buy now , have a look at how much they get from just one you tub video , you will be amazed, not counting all the other money they get.
Been watching a lot of walk throughs and reviews and this is simply streets ahead of the others... still room for more detail and sad really that its a model shown that is experiencing massive change... would of liked to see engine room and freezer... Also the thinking around just a washing machine on the 55 and not the double washer and dryer of the 54... Feel the forward double cabin will suit some and not others... think the 54 is better set out in the forward... Also a help would be how these holding tanks and keel grey water storage are used/emptied... will look to see if you have done a more recent 55 review... But thank you... whilst I raise points... I do feel still... its a great review!
Yes, I have to blame S/V Delos, too!!! I want three of these, one for the Cayman Islands, one for the Hawaiian Islands and one for Hamilton Island in Australia.....
Rohan Pritchard There is plenty of distance between the three locations --- with 30,000 islands in the SE Asia/Pacific area, alone. That allows time for routine maintenance and there are also climate advantages, as in 'endless summer' to living/sailing about 4-months in each location, etc...Besides, I'll miss my golf, tennis and grandkids if I'm always sailing/cruising. To each his own, just have fun in the sun, regardless of boat size...
donjvalley Cheers... If me I would just buy one for Australia as much more cruising grounds and the boat would be put to good use :) Other areas I would save the money and buy a less expensive production boat! Like you said, to each his own :)
mike carey Australia is very beautiful, for sure!!! As long as I'm "wishing", I might as well take it to the 'extreme'... I certainly don't have the 'youth or experience' like the Delos crew; especially Brady and Josje, to get jobs on 115ft or a Swan 100 boat, so I have to imagine something else...Cheers...
He mentioned the grey water tank where water goes when bathing or washing I guess. How is this water disposed of then afterward sense they don't want it draining into the sea?
Grey water goes directly into a well which is then pumped into the sea. Grey water comes from the sinks, the showers and the discharges from the washer and dishwasher so generally just soapy water. Black water comes from the heads and is pumped into separate holding tanks that can be opened up to the sea when you are beyond the coastal limits. No boat has holding tanks big enough for long passages. When Delos left Indonesia they didn't see another Marina for something like 5-6 months and they had 7 people on board. Fish and Whales crap in the ocean... a few boats (you can go weeks without seeing another one) aren't hurting the environment one bit (that said, you definitely want to be using the holding tanks in harbours, and smaller bodies of water.
Is that horrible noise from the wind blowing through all the lines and mast? Also have recently just gotten into the idea of sailing and your reviews are make me more interested, love your brash approach.
The Amel is great, but this guy is better. There were moments where I wasn't even paying attention to exactly what he was saying but rather enjoying watching him.
Just curious, does this guy ever do any reviews on sailing yacts that are maybe 30 ft or smaller? The bigger ones that I've seen him review look extremely nice. But unfortunately not all of us have the money to afford any of them! :)
I missed the wonderful detailed approach of the presenter. Bring this man back!
In my opinion the Amel line of boats are the best in the world. Not only are their boats solid, beautiful, and well thought out, but the story of the company tops it off. The man who started the company, Henri Amel, did so at age 50 if I remember correctly, and he worked until he passed away at age 92...and he was practically blind since being injured during wwii. What a man, what a story! Between the incredible boats they produce, the story of Henri Amel, and the fact that he gave a reported 90% of his company ownership to his employees upon his death makes Amel boats, in my opinion, the best boats in the world.
I keep coming back to these videos and this reviewer, best boat reviews on TH-cam.
Nobody does a better boat review than Chris Beeson! All others on TH-cam doing boat reviews can learn a lot here.
He makes me want to buy all the boats.
Totally agree.. The dude is hilarious . he's so matter of fact, almost stoic .. I can't help but crack up at some of his diatribe.
get your head out of your ass.worst sound on you-tube-its called a wind sock.if they show this do they know anything.
ed plow huh?
Wonderfully informative tour by someone who really knows what he's talking about. Beautiful yacht too.
I have to say Chris Beeson is probably one of BEST presenter around these days.. Accurate, the point and doesn’t waffle on.. well done Chris !! You presented this Boat extremely well.. more please.. don’t stop what you do..
Yes! This! I love Beesom! No one else comes close!
Brilliant assessment and detailed description and demonstration. All sailboat runs through should be so good! Lovely boat too! Well done Amel.
Chris Beeson is by far the best boat presenter you have ever had, please bring him back!
The commentary about who the boat is for was great. Nice work.
The most comprehensive review I have ever seen on any yacht out there. Excellent work! Not many areas that you missed.
I wish Chris Beeson would do more reviews. He is second to none.
cannot stop coming back to this video. great presenter and boat
Thats funny.. The Delos boat is why I came to this look through also... I have to say I have learned more about boats in general and emergency procedures from Yachting Monthly... Thanks guys.. All well done!!
Best boat review I have watched on YT, hands down!
I've always had a thing for Amel vessels.....and this was well presented by Chris Beeson whom is a master at presentation. Wish these ships were less expensive....$895,000 (2013 Base Price) is a bit above my means.
Mate great job at presenting this boat, love the way you do that. I never know if your taking the piss out of it , but great job and one great dry boat . Top stuff mate
Chris Beeson is by far the best boat presenter. Thanks YM!
Please come back!!,... your reviews was the best!!!
Nice yacht, well presented, hardly a stone unturned.
Thanks for being a great host.. lots of knowledge
this guy is best presenter
Agreed
Agreed
Этот лучший обозреватель говорит так, как будто кашу жуёт. Ничего не понятно.
We delivered an Amel to Gibraltar last month. Fabulous yacht!
Did you make a video ?
Would hope so for over a million £. An expensive thing!
the best boat presenter I've seen on the internet
My life will not be complete until I have one. I too have the SV Delos and her crew to blame for my Amel obsession.
Me to...!
We in the same boat. SV Delos is a big influence and I have researched a lot of boats over the months and AMEL is one of the best in safety and comfort I think.
@@PlainStraightShooter and durability 😁
@@PlainStraightShooter So true,friend. Really, really great bluewater cruisers!
Yeap! Me too.
I was on board at 2013 Dusseldorf Boat Show. Fabulous cruiser! All you needed - and more! I have to admit: the French are the Germans of boats!
Fantastic Piece of kit. Now I know what I am getting when my lucky numbers come up!
Really informative. Good down to earth presentation. Well done and thank you.
Great detail from Yachting Monthly as usual. Cheers
Hello Chris,
That was the most pleasant presentation we have ever seen. you could sell a rock if it could float..
Thank you.... Wayne Myrtle Beach ~~ look us up if ever in town ~~
Another delos fan been here! Amel might need to sponsor delos crew in some way!
Chris King After watching their vids it leaves you in no doubt what you would choose to sail the world.
Chris King delos! I love that Channel!
Chris King ha, couldnt agree more. These yachts are incredible
Agreed
That's why I'm here! Give those kids a boat already!
Best walk through I have ever seen!
A beautiful boat enjoyed your tour.
This English gentleman was born to present yachts. I find myself wanting to watch another just so I can see another incredibly charmed presentation.
I'm glad he isn't my salesman as he would likely have me buying a boat 4 times my budget while I'm simultaneously offering him a night with my wife.
"They are leather trimmed so it doesnt bang shut or creek" As you walk along the floor and it creeks like mad haha!
Having the sink near the center line is pretty smart. Most Yachts put it on the side so it doesn't drain properly while healed on long passages.
I agree, best boat presenter ever. I fell in love with this boat type following SV Delos.
Well done, really good walk through and good ship
I am also Amel fan because of SV Delos and crew ! :)
Good informative video, would have thought a wind sock would be part of the camera gear?
SV Delos brought me here too, in fact long time ago lol Amel should start sponsoring Delos drew with a new boat!
+Pasha Zamani I don't think they just give away million dollar yachts honestly. Plus they only have 75K subs...Which is basically nothing.
+NeverSurrender bit for the sailing world that's quite alot
+Pasha Zamani And Beneteau should sponsor LaVagabonde.
true, i honestly think LaVagabonde deserves even a bigger and nicer boat! they are a very nice and cute couple!
Delos brought me to this demonstration also . . . lot of bucks
Very complete presentation, major item missing, engine room and generator possibilities.
You do a great overview.
delos fans everywhere!! great review wish I could have one
Here is my problem. I recently started watching videos from Brian SV Velos. Its about a group of guys and gals who sail around the Pacific having a blast. Guess what kind of boat they have? You guessed it Amel Maramu 55 +/-. Now I am hooked and no other boat appeals to me. But my bigger mistake was showing that boat to my wife. She thinks that that is what a sailboat should be like. Sorry Joshua Slocum, but Chantiers is way ahead of the pack with that boat and I am in love.
Now I just have to come up with the money. Great review.
Me too! I love the Delos blog. I've watched nearly all their videos in the past couple of weeks. These boats a very spendy if you buy brand new..
Brian's boat is actually an Amel 53 Super Maramu built in 2000 which would have been a very early version Super Maramu. I know another guy who is sailing a 1987 Amel 46 Maramu hardtop and the improvements and upgrades are very noticeable in the Super Maramu. Even more was added on the Amel 54 version including the stay sail rigging, more cabin bells and whistles, etc.. The Amel 55 added further features and improvements, especially to the hardtop cockpit.
If you really want to drool over a boat have a look at the Amel 64!! It enters the world of Super Yachts imo... and is also in that price range! :)
PS... Brian SV Delos is so popular now that I've suggested to Brian that perhaps he ought to approach Amel about some kind of sponsorship since he's drawn so much attention to these beautiful blue water sailing yachts. :)
ianBeer123 Thats why I'm viewing this video, its because of SV Delos and crew. I retire in 6 years and I'm buying ( as of now at least ) an Amel or a Kanter , a previously owned vessel or sale the house in order to get a new one.
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My dream boat. I wish you great joy with it.
Yep, another Delos / Amel fan from watching their videos. Too funny to find others here for the same reason!
Unreal, I too was brought here after being introduced to the Amel line via the S/V Delos youtube video series. I think theirs is a 53 Super Amel. Like this one, very well designed with redundancy a primary trait.
Same here for SV Delos. Yes the crew have indeed ( perhaps cleverly so ) marketed the boat obo the manufacturer, so yes Amel ought to sponsor if they haven't done so already. Right that's my plug for the Delos crew! Saw an interview with John Kretschmer who stated that boat design and which part of the world one sails determine the kind of yacht one would purchase. So effectively there's no "best"for every sea and ocean. My intent is not to denigrate any manufacturer's product , here to learn. In Kretschmer's book " Sailing a Serious Ocean: Sailboats, Storms, Stories and Lessons Learned from 30 Years at Sea " ( no plug intended ), there is a top positive review October 6, 2014 one should read. 1. Where is the rudder located on the Amel? 2. If I wish to fully enjoy the sun, breeze and spray say island-hopping in the Caribbean, can the spray hood windscreens be removed? And yes please confirm if they are acrylic or polycarbonate. 3. Aren't there any boats, where the salon table shaft can be slid into the hull if not used so that there is more room when not used of if there is rough weather? 4. How high is the water line? 5. Hold on...great access to the helm's electricals but where do you store food items?
Happy to see Amel make better looking boats.
I wish I could watch you do more sailing in this beautiful yacht !
I love Amels XX
Please Chris, make a review on the new Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 48. We were thinking to buy that boat!!
Love this Yacht! Amel builds to Sail! Sturdy and safe!
"notice these lil leather fillets so it doesn't slam shut. It fits very nicely and doesn't squeek." Followed by him closing it, stepping on it and hearing it squeek lol. As well as hearing it squeek even prior to him opening it. It is very well designed boat though.
Definitely I fine sailing vessel. Got to put this in the wish list. Let me know if you need a skipper for a delivery to the USA.
Fabulous presentation.
It would be good to know how tall the host is, which would help viewers determine ceiling heights in these boats he displays. Being a tall man I would very much need to know this info when thinking about purchasing a boat.
Great host!
And three cheers for the Delos Crew!
+thomasjeffersoncry He mentioned in another review that he is 6'1".... I am tall too, so I am always looking where the top of his head is in these reviews.
An excellent look at this great boat, however as an Amel owner, I am disappointed that there was no look at the spacious engine room compartment which allows easy access to all the machinery for maintenance.
That cockpit is great for cold northern weather. But for being out in the Caribbean or more tropical climates in general, I can imagine the cockpit being a bit of a blunder. Not only heat, but also because sailing stops being fun at that point when everything is automated and enclosed. Incredible ship though.
Look at the Kanter , most of them have dual helms , one in like this one and one aft.
yes except alot of builder's now are offering the single helm because they're deeper and safer in rough seas
Apparently the French first build, then design. So many things that is mentioned as "this part changed to...".
Amel should just give the Delos crew an whole new boat for 2016 so that everyone can watch and enjoy.
There is nothing wrong with the one they have. It's very nearly as big as this but faster. They've sailed over 80 thousand miles and will probably sail another 80,000 at least.
And they have enough money to buy at lest three new boats buy now , have a look at how much they get from just one you tub video , you will be amazed, not counting all the other money they get.
@@markrushton4631 It's hard work and they pay attention to detail.
@@artistaloca4 You dont' know what hard work is then.
nice presentation, thank you
Brilliant presentation!
I liked the sailing footage. I’d like to see more sailing action, tacking or jibing.
Been watching a lot of walk throughs and reviews and this is simply streets ahead of the others... still room for more detail and sad really that its a model shown that is experiencing massive change... would of liked to see engine room and freezer... Also the thinking around just a washing machine on the 55 and not the double washer and dryer of the 54... Feel the forward double cabin will suit some and not others... think the 54 is better set out in the forward... Also a help would be how these holding tanks and keel grey water storage are used/emptied... will look to see if you have done a more recent 55 review... But thank you... whilst I raise points... I do feel still... its a great review!
im ready where do i sign up! stunning well thought.
could you do a review like this on a newer Amell 55 and specially Amel 64?
Who builds the electric furling masts for Amel? Slick operation...
Great overview! How much headroom at the wheel - or, how tall is Chris?
Delos, now that I have that out of the way I must say that the presenter in this video is spot on.
Delos is an Amel Super Marnau 53 (not a 54). We have the same boat. We are about ready to set sail for about 10 years.
Can I be Brady ?
Yes, I have to blame S/V Delos, too!!! I want three of these, one for the Cayman Islands, one for the Hawaiian Islands and one for Hamilton Island in Australia.....
donjvalley If you need 3 of these for 3 different islands, I'm not sure you've grasped the concept of blue ocean cruisers? ;)
Rohan Pritchard There is plenty of distance between the three locations --- with 30,000 islands in the SE Asia/Pacific area, alone. That allows time for routine maintenance and there are also climate advantages, as in 'endless summer' to living/sailing about 4-months in each location, etc...Besides, I'll miss my golf, tennis and grandkids if I'm always sailing/cruising. To each his own, just have fun in the sun, regardless of boat size...
donjvalley Cheers... If me I would just buy one for Australia as much more cruising grounds and the boat would be put to good use :) Other areas I would save the money and buy a less expensive production boat! Like you said, to each his own :)
mike carey Australia is very beautiful, for sure!!! As long as I'm "wishing", I might as well take it to the 'extreme'... I certainly don't have the 'youth or experience' like the Delos crew; especially Brady and Josje, to get jobs on 115ft or a Swan 100 boat, so I have to imagine something else...Cheers...
SV/Delos introduced me to these amazing boats.
19:46 "You know I'd live here..." :)
winning lotto numbers and i'd be shopping a amel for sure
Excellent, well-informed, Presentation!
He mentioned the grey water tank where water goes when bathing or washing I guess. How is this water disposed of then afterward sense they don't want it draining into the sea?
+Robert Anderson You have to pump out at marina docks for a fee.
grey goes into the sea... black as well. huge cruise ships cannot do that but they have water treatment plants not unlike a small town.
Grey water goes directly into a well which is then pumped into the sea. Grey water comes from the sinks, the showers and the discharges from the washer and dishwasher so generally just soapy water. Black water comes from the heads and is pumped into separate holding tanks that can be opened up to the sea when you are beyond the coastal limits. No boat has holding tanks big enough for long passages. When Delos left Indonesia they didn't see another Marina for something like 5-6 months and they had 7 people on board. Fish and Whales crap in the ocean... a few boats (you can go weeks without seeing another one) aren't hurting the environment one bit (that said, you definitely want to be using the holding tanks in harbours, and smaller bodies of water.
Is that horrible noise from the wind blowing through all the lines and mast? Also have recently just gotten into the idea of sailing and your reviews are make me more interested, love your brash approach.
Miss these reviews...
why is this fellow not still doing the yacht reviews? he's awsome
Amel. My dream sailboat. 🤗🤗
This is what I call a realy nice boat.
Very nice review! I'm also amazed at the number of delos fans, they definitely have me daydreaming of owning an Amel!
Very cool! I wonder what year SV Delos is. Russell Crowe does the best boat tours.
I am thinking its a 2000
Very nice,,, Another great Amel!
29 years from now where are you going to get the curved windshield?
Great description!!! Sold me!!!
Fantastic looking boat!!!
When are you going to review the Amel 64 yacht !!!!!!
Amel 64 review please
What I liked aboat this boat was the cockpit was nice. 'And the guy talking boat the boat was good.
I better start saving before I´m too old and grumpy.
Great, comprehensive review! Exactly the kind of boat I'd want for crossing the Atlantic.
I miss your videos sir! I wish you'd still be around with these great reviews.
The Amel is great, but this guy is better. There were moments where I wasn't even paying attention to exactly what he was saying but rather enjoying watching him.
this may be the new sv delos boat, they recently were in france and showed a short clip of an amel 55 as maybe a teaser of whats to come.
Incredible, three sails awesome.
Just curious, does this guy ever do any reviews on sailing yacts that are maybe 30 ft or smaller? The bigger ones that I've seen him review look extremely nice. But unfortunately not all of us have the money to afford any of them! :)
Great review. This is what I'm buying when I win the lottery!
I'd love to see you do the same test on an Amel 64
Very professionally done review.
I like that there is a built in stripper pole in the owner's suite.
Delos Tribe Member - future AMEL Owner's Club!
Is that Bic pen for your power point presentation?🤔
How much is the price of a sailboat like this? Thanks
brilliant boat, reviewer is excellent as always.