rwoofer
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This was a close second "ARC Gloria" for me
That has to be the worlds biggest ensign and it's not even dutch.
What's THE most impressive boat you seen when out on your boat?
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That has to be the worlds biggest ensign and it's not even dutch.
jrc1983
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http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb170/gordyb/Nahlin.jpg
Passed this beauty one day - now that's a yacht! Owned by James Dyson.
Passed this beauty one day - now that's a yacht! Owned by James Dyson.
MapisM
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Well, the answer to the title question pretty much depends on what you actually mean by "impressive boat".
In fact, whilst a small Riva Aquarama is unquestionably a timeless masterpiece, and the "A" megayacht, which could be mistaken for a nuclear submarine if it weren't for her colour, is considered by most folks (myself included) an eyesore, it's pretty obvious that the latter is more impressive than the first.
Size does matter, when it comes to being impressed by floating stuff.
Then again, I guess that "impressive" is more meant as something overall awe-inspiring, for more reasons than one, size being one of them but not necessarily the most important. And along this interpretation, I must second what jrc1983 said.
Nahlin is neither the bigger nor the most luxurious boat I came across while cruising, but I can't think of any other (including Octopus, Rising Sun, Maltese Falcon, among other remarkable boats) that impressed me more than her, when seen in the flesh.
Which btw happened in a rather unknown but utterly beautiful spot along the Sardinian coast (where the u/w pic in my avatar was taken).
Chapeau to Sir James for his discerning tastes, both with boats and cruising destinations.
Oh, and if we should give to "impressive" a more technological flavour, this is the animal which would get my vote:
In fact, whilst a small Riva Aquarama is unquestionably a timeless masterpiece, and the "A" megayacht, which could be mistaken for a nuclear submarine if it weren't for her colour, is considered by most folks (myself included) an eyesore, it's pretty obvious that the latter is more impressive than the first.
Size does matter, when it comes to being impressed by floating stuff.
Then again, I guess that "impressive" is more meant as something overall awe-inspiring, for more reasons than one, size being one of them but not necessarily the most important. And along this interpretation, I must second what jrc1983 said.
Nahlin is neither the bigger nor the most luxurious boat I came across while cruising, but I can't think of any other (including Octopus, Rising Sun, Maltese Falcon, among other remarkable boats) that impressed me more than her, when seen in the flesh.
Which btw happened in a rather unknown but utterly beautiful spot along the Sardinian coast (where the u/w pic in my avatar was taken).
Chapeau to Sir James for his discerning tastes, both with boats and cruising destinations.
Oh, and if we should give to "impressive" a more technological flavour, this is the animal which would get my vote:
scubaman
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Seen from own boat, the most impressive would be
Dione sky visited my home waters (not pictured
) in 2011.
Dilbar certainly looked very impressive when I saw her on the FDC.
But I must ne getting old as I really like the Nahlin...
Dione sky visited my home waters (not pictured
) in 2011.Dilbar certainly looked very impressive when I saw her on the FDC.
But I must ne getting old as I really like the Nahlin...
MapisM
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Not at all K, we're only getting wiser...
rafiki_
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Azimut 39 for me. Runs for cover
Portofino
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It's " impressive" but I stress not my taste
petem
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We used to see Leander in the Solent when we had out boat and I've also thought she was a bit special.
But I still have memories of seeing Nabila on holiday in the SofF when holidaying as a child with my parents. In those days she was owned by Adnan Khashoggi and I remember she had machine gun touting armed guards patrolling the decks (might have imagined that I suppose).
Pete
But I still have memories of seeing Nabila on holiday in the SofF when holidaying as a child with my parents. In those days she was owned by Adnan Khashoggi and I remember she had machine gun touting armed guards patrolling the decks (might have imagined that I suppose).
Pete
petem
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Not at all K, we're only getting wiser...
Nah, they're ****.
superheat6k
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HMS Edinburgh - last of the Type 42 Destroyers. I used to 'own' the Tyne Engines and Gearboxes on HMS Southampton. The Controllable Pitch Propellor system was impressive to observe, along with the massive SSS clutches used to engage the Olympus & Tyne Gas Turbines.its a bit old... but a warship is still an impressive sight, seen this summer in the solent
Sitting astride an Olympus (as used in Concord and the Vulcan) at 90% power was also an experience I will never forget. (100% was only allowed in a war situation) two of these things would push 4,000 tons of warship at 34 knots, and they could go from 8 knots astern to 34 knots ahead in about 1 ships length. I am sure Fuel flow at that speed was about 5,000 litres / hour per engine (diesel).
MapisM
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Huh?Nah, they're ****.Not at all K, we're only getting wiser...
MapisM
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LOL, I didn't say that she is "considered by most folks (myself included) an eyesore" for nothing...
rwilson
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Mayan Queen, Dartmouth May 2009
RogerRat
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In this context, 'Impressive' is not an objective term and I meant it to be loose as we all have different tastes.
Nearly all these boats/ships posted look beautiful, perhaps with one exception. But for me when I see a superyacht like 'Leander' and 'Dilbar' it could be anyone's as they are so similar over 5 decks.
"DB9", the PJ-170 however, is a private yacht with military line and performance but still looked elegant. It's probably that combination that 'impressed' me the most.
Generally speaking, most of us own the boat we can manage and all of the above are literally out of reach for so very few.
MapisM
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Well, if you fancy the military style, you might appreciate Skat. Even the colour reflects its design...
andy59
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Most impressive was probably this one ,
RogerRat
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Most impressive was probably this one ,
Yep, that damn Police boat kept chasing me away!
longjohnsilver
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Well, if you fancy the military style, you might appreciate Skat. Even the colour reflects its design...
Strange you should post this M, cos Skat was moored up in Dartmouth at the same time as Nahlin, about 3 years ago. Nahlin imho is just the most beautiful boat I've ever seen, it just oozes class, as well as having a fascinating history. Skat, whilst also being impressive, just didn't do it for me.
Firefly625
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thanks for the info... I am just trying to get my head round your brilliant factoid...
that's astonishing !
MapisM
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Agreed 100%.
Skat just popped to my mind reading RR comment about military lines, knowing that she's considered one of the prime examples of such style, not because I particularly like her.
Tbh, I've not even seen her in flesh, hence the pic taken from superyachts.com...
