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June 2017

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and the cockpit for ease of entry and security, as opposed

to his current 38 that has a canvas enclosure. Even though

he currently has no problem handling his boat equipped

with twin diesel straight shafts and a bow thruster, he was

delighted with the ease and versatility of using the Joystick

maneuvering and D.P.S. modes. If you haven’t had a chance

to used one of these units, and you get the opportunity,

jump on it. Even an old luddite like myself decrying the loss

of traditional boating skills was impressed after actually

using the system. We all agreed that aside from reducing the

anxiety during docking, the additional Digital Positioning

System feature would be handy waiting for slow bridge

openings, getting to a crowded fuel dock or holding in place

while deploying lines and fenders.

John, though new to the Sabre, also immediately praised the

low noise levels at all speeds and overall performance of a

boat this size and weight after being awed by the quality and

refinement of the 42.

As for my personal observations, Sabre didn’t just slap a pair

of IPS drives in the back of the boat and call it a day, that

would not be their way nor would it result in the spectacular

improvements in performance, economy, and overall balance

achieved in the 42. This is the process of constant refinement

so central to the Sabre design philosophy. It required subtle

adjustments in hull form and machinery placement that

when done right result in not only better performance but

improvements in the interior space and layouts. The IPS

system facilitated space for the second cabin, the mid-level

galley, and additional space below decks for a washer dryer,

freezer, or other owner specified options. The demonstration

ride went flawlessly, as expected, and we took turns trying

different scenarios with the joystick, holding at a bridge,

maneuvering around buoys and checking the ride and trim at

different speeds. The interceptor trim blades are integrated

into the IPS system and automatically adjust the trim for

maximum efficiency. It’s only when you engage

them manually that you instantly feel how effective

they are as opposed to the more traditional trim

tabs. The power train and hull are a perfect match.

Back at the marina, docking was a piece of cake and

after spending time with the 42, we expected as

much. Dave and Hank just smiled, they know what

a winner they have in the 42 Salon Express

It is said that the devil is in the details but in

this case the angel is revealed in the details and

adherence to the Sabre down east lineage. You

might never guess from the sweeping New England

shear and traditional coach cabin that below the

waterline was Deep Vee hull comfortable at 35knots

motivated by a state of the art IPS drive system. The

same lineage that demands the finest of new ideas

also demands adherence to Maine built boating

traditions of meticulous craftsmanship and joiner

work which is evident in every area of the yacht. It is

especially gratifying to find it in the places you might not

normally notice. All the wiring and plumbing runs are a

work of art, neat, color coded, and bundled in vertical and

horizontal directions, somebody cared. The fit and finish

is impeccable throughout, as you would expect of a yacht

of the caliber but things like the absolutely flush to the

touch metal track in the floor for the sliding doors says

somebody paid attention. That attention also insures

that every action the owner makes operating the yacht

Engine room entry details.

Tool drawer.