Today, February 9th, 2011 dawned bright, clear and calm. A great day to deliver our Brand New Beneteau 34 from CSR Marine to our Signature Yachts dock. There is something special and unique about putting the very first hour on a boat and driving it on its maiden voyage. To be chosen as the test pilot/delivery skipper for this boat is a joy and a privilege, and a perk for doing what I do. This morning I was "working" but you will probably see from the pictures that many people would pay for this lovely tour down the Seattle Ship Canal.
These boats are tested in the pool at Beneteau USA, but they have never travelled any distance in the water. It is fun to check all of the equipment, electronics, and put the second hour on the engine. I noticed a couple of things with this boat, it features the new keyless ignition from Yanmar, and the engine just purred along, easily pushing the boat to 7 knots if needed. The autopilot worked perfectly, as did the new Raymarine ST70 Multi Function Wind/Speed/Depth.
I was cranking the stereo since I was alone.(hey, you gotta check these things!) and then as I backed it into the slip I was reminded that Signature Yachts has Four New 2011 Beneteau Sailboats in stock and ready to go for the season. A 31, a 34, a 40 and 50! Spring is coming, I could feel it today. What a great day for boating!
Today, February 9th, 2011 dawned bright, clear and calm. A great day to deliver our Brand New Beneteau 34 from CSR Marine to our Signature Yachts dock. There is something special and unique about putting the very first hour on a boat and driving it on its maiden voyage. To be chosen as the test pilot/delivery skipper for this boat is a joy and a privilege, and a perk for doing what I do. This morning I was "working" but you will probably see from the pictures that many people would pay for this lovely tour down the Seattle Ship Canal.
I was cranking the stereo since I was alone.(hey, you gotta check these things!) and then as I backed it into the slip I was reminded that Signature Yachts has Four New 2011 Beneteau Sailboats in stock and ready to go for the season. A 31, a 34, a 40 and 50! Spring is coming, I could feel it today. What a great day for boating!
