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SOUTHERLY 32
Stephen Jones was commissioned to embody the established
features of the Southerly within a hull to fit a 10m mooring
whilst providing good live aboard facilities and excellent
sailing performance.
The result sets very high standards which will appeal to
many; comfortable cockpit with good storage, wide side decks
for safe footing, easy to handle rig with self tacking jib,
light and airy interior with accommodation to sleep up to
six people.
Under sail, the Southerly 32 is fast and exhilarating -
and a real pleasure to helm. The modern hull shape with
plumb stem and long waterline length provides impressive
sailing performance whilst the broad transom, twin rudders
and Whitlock direct rod steering gives instantly responsive
helming and exceptional directional stability - making the
yacht easy to control.
Single line mainsail reefing and a Furlex on the self tacking
jib makes sail handling easy – ideal for family or
short handed sailing.The furling self tacking jib means
you can tack spontaneously, allowing you to sail in conditions
that a conventional sail plan may not allow, such as in
a harbour or conjested sailing area. For off wind sailing
an optional gennaker can be flown from a removable bowsprit.
The unique Swing Keel provides deep draft performance (deeper
than most yachts), whilst at the 'touch of a button') the
keel can be raised to just 2'4'' for shallow draft freedom,
allowing you to sail in coastal areas and inland waters.
?The instant feeling of space inside the Southerly 32,
is quite incredible. The raised coachroof extends forward
to the mast area, providing good head height throughout
whilst generous open plan seating provides a very sociable
and spacious saloon. The keel trunk is discreetly hidden
within the central table which has fold down leaves to both
sides. The seating can convert to single berths for additional
sleeping, if required.
The galley is well planned with good views and light, Corian
type work surfaces, stainless steel grab rail, twin stainless
steel sinks, a refrigerated ice box and a fully gimballed
cooker with two burners, grill and oven are standard.
The chart table is in the raised position to take advantage
of the panoramic views.
The spacious aft cabin has a large double berth and plenty
of storage including a vanity unit. A second door provides
ensuite facilities to the spacious heads. The forward cabin
is a generous size with twin v berths, good head height,
and ample storage.
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