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New Fairway 37 Flybridge, a 17-knot Coastal Cruiser from Australia, Makes U.S. Debut at Seattle Show

The new Fairway 37 Flybridge, a traditional coastal cruising boat from Australia with a single 350-hp Yanmar diesel, will be introduced to the United States at the Seattle Boat Show on Lake Union from Jan. 25 to Feb. 2. The first 37, an updated version of the Fairway 36, with a redrawn interior, was launched at the Sanctuary Cove show in Australia last May. With standard bow and stern thrusters, the Fairway 37 will be easy to handle for a cruising couple, and it has two cabins and one head to accommodate a family or cruising guests. A full keel…

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North Pacific 49 Pilothouse: A Comfortable Coastal Cruiser

For a user-friendly boat that’s easy on the outside and elegant on the inside, take a look at the North Pacific 49 Pilothouse. There’s no wood on the outside, you just hose it down, while the inside has rich teak throughout, a large pilothouse for easy navigation, and an unusual full-beam salon for comfortable living. With a semi-displacement hull, the North Pacific 49 is a rugged, solid trawler meant for safe coastal cruising or living aboard. The pilothouse on the 49 is a true pilothouse, with twin adjustable helm chairs, a settee that converts to a berth, good visibility and…