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All about Contest Yachts brand
Dutch boat maker Contest Yachts has been building what could be described as its 'semi-custom' yachts in Medemblik on Lake IJssel in the Netherlands since the 1960s. Contest has over the years focused its efforts on ocean cruising yachts and currently produces a range of boats varying from 42 to 85 feet in length.
All Contest yachts are centre cockpit models. It's worth bearing in mind that this approach to deck layout creates a kind of huge 'bathtub' that forms the cockpit, which is where the crew man the boat from, and offers the advantage of providing a maximum level of protection in bad weather.
The interior of the boat houses a large aft cabin that takes up the entire width of the hull. This is where the master suite is located, or perhaps we should say 'captain's suite' in the case of the longest models, which approach almost 90 feet in length.
The onboard design and layout of Contest yachts is now based on a semi-customisable approach, with all kinds of possibilities available and nothing imposed. A simply endless range of fine materials and exotic wood finishes is available to choose from. The very high-quality carpentry and cabinet-making work is carried out entirely on site, with Contest one of the first boat makers to use the technique of infusing its hulls with resin under vacuum.
In the early 2010s, the company introduced a new range of motor yachts, the Contest 52MCs,
which are based on a semi-planing hull design. With their wide bows and extensively elongated foredecks, they have something of a classic look about them. These yachts come in Flybridge, Open, T-Top and Sedan versions and feature engines ranging in power from 700 to 900 HP, enabling speeds of up to 28 knots.
Contest Yachts builds all its boats in compliance with Lloyd's certification standards, which exceed the requirements of all the mandatory boat building certification systems.
Contest Yachts: buy your future boat
From the very first models designed and created to the most recent, boatbuilder has a wide selection of seagoing pleasure craft for you to choose from. The boats of the range be divided into various different categories that continue to become ever more refined with the passing nautical seasons.
How to go about purchasing your new boat
Before acquiring your new boat, take the time to carefully examine what type of amateur sailor you are by considering some simple but useful criteria:
- The total budget for the purchase and maintenance of the boat
- The type of sailing and type of waters: coastal, open seas, mixed?
- Preferred uses: Fishing? Coastal sailing? River cruising? Watersports?
Looking for the perfect boat?
Impressed by the boats from the boatyard but none of the models offer exactly what you want as a seasoned sailor (or one in the making)? No need to panic! Band of Boats is here to help you. Whether you're on the lookout for a sea cruiser, a recreational fishing boat or simply a cabin cruiser, get ready to jump in with both feet and purchase your future new or used boat. We look forward to counting you amongst our community of passionate enthusiasts. Awaken the sailor sleeping inside you and prepare to write the first pages of your very own ship's log.