If you haven't spent time aboard a trawler-type cruiser, you're unlikely to appreciate just how differently and effectively this kind of boat functions compared with the archetypal aft-cockpit flybridge cruiser.
Reviews
Saga 26HT
Saga and Eivind Amble have succeeded in their goal of providing a boat whose cockpit can be used as the main living area, whatever the weather conditions.
Sabreline 36 Aft Cabin
Three things about the 36 immediately stand out. Firstly, there's the significant extra privacy provided by having the two sleeping cabins at opposite ends of the boat.
Proline 2610
Even in the US, where sportsfishing is enormously popular, boats like the 2610 Walkaround are commonly used as multi-purpose sportsboats.
Nord West 330
The 330 has a strong sense of identity: it's not going to be confused with other boats, even those related by their aft-cockpit, non-flybridge layout. So what can it offer?
Nelson 34
For a boat with working-class roots, the Nelson 34 attracts more than its share of admiring glances. But, as Starlet confirms, the tried and tested hull can play as well.
Moonraker 36
Throughout its production life, the Moonraker was in constant development. There were at least six different series and two different builders.
Linssen Grand Sturdy 460
Linssen's Grand Sturdy provides us with a good excuse to examine the pros and cons of more leisurely cruising.
Fairline Squadron 62
With the majority of these boats heading for the sunshine, the flybridge is often the busiest and most important area of the deck.
Essex Boatyards Arvor 230
A very modern, modular craft that shouts 21st Century design
£38,950.00
Jeanneau Merry Fisher 705
Jeanneau's Merry Fisher 705 is light, bright and very clever
£51,023.00
Bénéteau Antarès 7
An impressive balance of deck space and interior comfort
£46,806.00
Fairline Targa 29
The handling of the smallest Targa was very impressive
Fairline Phantom 38
Having a four-year-old Princess 360, a contemporary Princess and Sunseeker available for comparison was an enlightening experience
Fairey Huntsman 28
In the racy flower power years, the Huntsman 28 was clocking up fast Speeds and a sexy image of powerboating.
Cranchi Endurance 39
Worldwide building standards have improved significantly over the past few years, and the boats that MBY tests have fewer and fewer shortcomings.
Carver 450 Voyager
Remember when people-carriers like the Renault Espace first came to the UK?
Botnia Targa 30
The Botnia Targa 30 has a touch of the eccentric inventor about it. It's quirky, full of interesting and unusual ideas, and is slightly strange to look at.
Birchwood 310
Birchwood are actually offering two types of boat in a single shell.
Azimut Quarantasei 46
Azimut's engineering installation is exceptional for a production powerboat.