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Lagoon 42 - 2016

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THE PERFECT BLEND

The Lagoon 42 affirms a distinctive style and personality.  Performance combines with strength in a unique design and thoughtful construction.  A generous catamaran, the Lagoon 42 is always at ease, while cruising and at anchor.

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VERSATILITY AND EASE OF HANDLING

Under sail, the beautiful reaches of the Lagoon 42 demonstrate balance and high performance.  They are the result of expert craftsmanship and organic design by VPLP Design and Patrick le Quément.  Her unique style combines dynamic energy with smooth handling.

THE FREEDOM OF SPACE

Just two steps separate the swim platform and the cockpit.  The ergonomic design guarantees space and fluid movement on board.  Sheltered and well ventilated, the cockpit is an open invitation to relax.

ELEGANCE AND MODERNITY

Echoing her exterior lines, the interior design, by Nauta Design, combines elegance and softness with contemporary woodwork.  Light, comfort, privacy… the style of the Lagoon 42 offers a wealth of benefits to share.

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Specifications

• Hull length 12,79m / 42'
• Length overall 13.22 m / 43’’4’
• Beam 7,68m / 25'2''
• Water draft 1,26m / 4'2''
• Air draft 20,6m / 67'7''
• Light displacement (EEC) 12,1 t / 26,681 Lbs
• Upwind sail area 94 m² / 1,011 sq.ft
• Square top mainsail (opt.) 59m² / 635 sq.ft
• High roach mainsail 55 m² / 592 sq.ft
• Self-tacking jib 35m² / 377 sq.ft
• Code 0 (opt.) 78m² / 839 sq.ft
• Motorisation - standard 2 x 57 CV / HP
• Water tank capacity 300 l / 79 US gal
• Fuel tank capacity 570 l / 151 US gal
• No. of berths From 6 to 12
• CE approval A : 12 / B : 14 / C : 20 / D : 30

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The Lagoon 42 is the French yard’s top seller and that is because it hits that sweet spot for many buyers. It’s big enough to live aboard very comfortably while not feeling too big to handle for a couple. This review will cover the main Pros and Cons of this model and some of the options we think you should go for.

First Came the 420.. This VPLP design replaced the 420 and the 421 which were pretty big sellers for Lagoon (170 or so), so it had some pretty big shoes to fill. Read our Lagoon 410 review to get an idea how things have moved on since the 2nd Generation boats.

In common with her other fourth generation sisters (the 40, 46 and so on), the 42 has a curvier look than her predecessors. It’s a design that has evolved from the third generation models like the Lagoon 400 (another top seller) and the 450.

She’s solid and looks like she could handle a big sea. And then you have those trademark vertical windows in the saloon that maximise the living space and help keep the sun out of the saloon. You are not going to be sailing as fast as a C-Cat 48 , but that’s not the point of the Lagoon 42. It’s a great sailing/comfort package.

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• Living space. If you are looking to max out your living space per metre of length, then a Lagoon is always going to score highly and the 42 is no exception with a high beam to length ratio. You’ll notice the difference down below, especially. You can see from the side profile shot how far the coachroof extends forwards. That means a big comfy saloon. The shower in the owner’s version is huge.
• The life raft is held in a dedicated open recess on the transom of the boat and can be easily deployed whatever the orientation of the boat.
• Protected helm. The bulkhead helm is well connected to the cockpit and is well protected with a sturdy dodger. It´s a position that has proved popular with buyers. It is open to the sea though (see cons below).
• Although the boom is higher than some of the 42’s competitors, it is lower than a flybridge cat and pretty easy to access- a good compromise
• All the lines lead to the helm which sits to port on the main bulkhead. This make it an easy boat to sail short handed – the coach roof is just a short hop away.
• There’s a nice big nav station to starboard in the saloon at the end of the sofa.
• Resale. Although Lagoon sell a lot of boats, the demand for them is also high on the second hand market as they are a popular brand. If you look after your 42, she should fetch a decent price later.
• This is a heavy boat, so you will need to put some money in your sail locker to power it. Off the wind, you can call these boats nippy (it’s a catamaran after all), but you won’t be setting any speed records closer to the wind, particular in lighter conditions. Make sure the square top mainsail is at the top of your options list. A code 0 would be nice too.
• Lack of hand-grabs on the coachroof. We’d have liked to have seen hand rails here to improve safety going forward. There is a channel that runs along the coach roof to grab, but if its aesthetics vs safety, we choose safety.
• Visibility from the helm. If you stand on tiptoes, and duck and dive a bit, you can just about see all 4 corners of the boat from the bulkhead main. It is easier for taller people. That helm seat is pretty low, you might want to buy an extra cushion!
• Also, the helm is pretty open to port. On the one hand this makes it easy to nip around, but it feels exposed at sea and would worry me on longer night passages.
• Because of the bulkhead main, there is less room in the aft cockpit than other “open” designs. It is hardly cramped though.
• Ventilation in the saloon. There are no overhead hatches, only 2 forward opening windows.
• With the mast stepped back, you have a pole in the saloon breaking up the space. On the other hand, it’s something to grab onto if the weather turns. You might find yourself doing a bit of impromptu pole dancing if the waves get up.
• The edge of the coach roof can get slippy. Watch your step!

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From stealing the spotlight in the Sydney International Boat Show to bagging four awards within one year of its launch, the Lagoon 42 catamaran is famous for its almost oxymoronic quality of being remarkably spacious yet compact enough to be easy to navigate. 

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DESIGN – EXTERIOR & INTERIOR

The Lagoon 42 catamaran is a powerful yet graceful product of Patrick Le Quement’s exterior designing combined with France’s VPLP Design. The interior has been designed by Italy’s Nauta Design and the Lagoon 42 boasts a generous space not only in the cockpit but also the helm and the saloon, thanks to the unique uniform cockpit to saloon leveling. 

The Lagoon 42 catamaran’s helm station easily fulfills the need for a large area. The helm station allows for one person to  work the lines while the other helms – making it very convenient for couples or two-person crews. If the need arises, the proximity of the helm station to the line management area even allows the person on the helm to simultaneously do both – manage the lines while also working on the helm.

The equipment at the helm station is not only efficiently angled and placed but is also protected from harsh weather conditions by the hard-top bimini and Plexiglass panels. The Plexiglass panels also provide excellent visibility of the sails, given that the low seat at the helm is not occupied by someone of a short stature which might not make viewing over the high coachroof an easy task. The seat, however, does have room to be comfortably occupied by two people. 

The helm station does have one drawback, though. The helm person is exposed to the sea with nothing but a cockpit tent precluding the fall into the side deck and even potentially into the water on a particularly rough sea day. The safety, therefore, might be something to consider when looking into buying the Lagoon 42 catamaran. 

Another unique feature that the Lagoon 42 catamaran boasts is the replacement of grab rails with the recessed rails around the coachroof. The recessed rails are not characteristically easy to hold onto and might pose a risk to those who do not make holding onto them a strict priority. 

Overall, the helm is spacious, ideally equipped and also easily accessible from the cockpit. 

ACCOMODATIONS

The Pixel glass sliding panels form the way from the cockpit to the saloon for which 3-cabin and 4-cabin versions are available. 

The U-shaped galley does not provide a lot of space with its narrow bench but does have a direct access to the cockpit. It is divided into two parts and has a single sink, three-burner gas stove, an icebox that acts as a refrigerator and a microwave oven. 

The master suite has a 175 cm wide bed, a desk in the middle and a large shower room. The rest of the guest cabins have a relatively smaller  shower rooms but overall there is enough room for 3 couples to be easily aboard the Lagoon 42 catamaran. All hulls, constructed with a Balsa wood core, are light, spacious and bright and have plenty of storage area in the form of underfloor storage as well as cupboards, drawers and shelves. The cabins themselves have multiple opening hatches to allow for ventilation.

The saloon front of the Lagoon 42 catamaran has vertical windows which means there is no unfiltered sunlight but almost a 360° view that can be enjoyed. There is also enough seating space to accommodate a considerable number of people in the cockpit along with an L-shaped settee and an Ottoman.

The build of the interior includes veneer front plywood which is not thin and flaky. The cabinetry is lined with solid wood so the veneer will not peel off very quickly. The joinery also stands out as being of good quality and is considerably fine. The color range is also refreshingly different from the trend of lighter colored interiors. 

ENGINE ROOMS

The engine rooms of the Lagoon 42 catamaran are easily accessible from the stern of the boat without the need for a complete dismantling of the bed. All key steering systems can also be very easily accessed from the engine rooms, making the practical design compatible with safety. The access also means that evaluating filters or belts is not cumbersome and plant machinery can be easily maintained. 

The life raft position is in the middle of the transom which is also very easy to get to and hence definitely a plus point for the Lagoon 42 catamaran.

Perhaps the best part of the Lagoon 42 catamaran design is its compatibility with function. It has been popularly described as being “curvaceous”, owing to the absence of sharp edges. All the corners and edges at the Lagoon 42 catamaran are curved away so there are no hazards if you choose to take the cat into rough seas. 

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

The Lagoon 42 is a 42-foot tall catamaran with an overall length of 12.80 meters and a 7.70 meters beam. It has 300 liters of water and fuel capacity each and a maximum 10 day passenger capacity. The Lagoon 42 catamaran has 45 hp power and a minimum draft of 1.25 meters. The main sail area is 55 sq. meters while the genoa area is 35 sq. meters. 

In conclusion, the Lagoon 42 catamaran provides a good value for its money. It is beamy, fast, light and very spacious for a couple. Although there are issues that can be adjusted with varying levels of effort, Lagoon 42 is quite promising for a catamaran of its price, given the amount of comfort and ease it provides to its owners. 

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48° North Editor, Joe Cline, puts the sails up on the Lagoon 42 — one of the latest evolutions of technology, comfort, and sailing performance in the world of cruising catamarans.

“Man, this thing is effing massive.” I replied candidly, if inelegantly, when my tour guide for the day, Dan Krier, stepped aboard the Lagoon 42 catamaran on which I stood and asked me what I thought.

Any new boat I review is a voyage of discovery. Yet, each time I’ve tested a new cruising catamaran, the result is at least as much ‘your author learns about cruising cats and cat sailing’ as it is a boat review. My lovely afternoon on the Lagoon 42 was hardly an exception though, perhaps with a number of these under my belt now, I’m not quite as green about it all as I once was. Nonetheless, my first impression still revealed my monohull-sailor’s-lens — the size, space, and luxury of the living areas on the Lagoon 42 were simply astounding; lovelier than some of the Lake Union houseboats nearby.

A number of years ago, I reviewed the Lagoon 39, a design predecessor to the 42. The big development with the 39 had been that Lagoon chose to move the mast aft, allowing for a more balanced and high-aspect sailplan. A few years later, some of those innovations were employed and improved in a 42-foot design and the Lagoon 42 made its debut. Several of those evolutions center on weight reduction and hull design, and our sailing experience positively reflected these steps forward.

Sailing the Lagoon 42 was simple and enjoyable. As is often the case, the light to moderate conditions on Lake Union weren’t what the boat was built for — but let me assure you, I had more fun than I expected. The boat’s sail plan is made more powerful and effective by the addition of a Code Zero. Dan told me he orders all stock boats with one because you really want it for cruising in the PNW — I agree completely, but more on this sail and its application later.

We casually untied dock lines and maneuvered out of the marina area. Even with all of its heft and windage, the boat is maneuverable enough with its two Yanmar-powered saidrives that there’s no need for a bow thruster. We hoisted the main effortlessly with the electric winch and unfurled the jib. The total time from leaving the dock to sailing was approximately 86 seconds. Easy.

The boat moved admirably to weather with the square-top main and self tacking jib. In 4 to 8 knots, we were able to make 3 to 4 knots of boat speed and push our true wind angles close enough to the breeze to compete with many cruising monohulls. To be fair, everything about the boat feels better if you sail a bit fatter, a little further from the wind — it’s certainly how I would sail it, anyway. So, real-life performance to weather is good by cruising catamaran standards, but that’s not among the design’s top priorities. And, as I like to say, all boat design is a compromise.

Driving and trimming were a cinch with the go-to sailplan (main and jib), and the raised helm station is really a full-on control center. Everything you need to sail the boat — from engine ignition and controls to sheets and sail adjustments and the impressive navigation and instrument display — leads to that single helm station where there is a bench seat wide enough to accommodate two sailors. There are two adjacent winches to share the load, one of which is electric. Rather than overwork ourselves with the top-handle winch, we used the electric winch more frequently. The position of the helm station is important because of how high it is above the deck and the water. Visibility can be a challenge on a boat this big and broad; but both standing and sitting at the helm gave me 360 degree views and I never once worried about my ability to see around me.

Trimming the boat is an interesting balance between a somewhat adjustable jib and an extraordinarily adjustable main. It’s not news that self-tacking jibs can leave something to be desired in terms of malleability and shape for those, like me, with CSTS (Compulsive Sail Tweaking Syndrome). Overall, I liked the shape we achieved with the self-tacker, and I appreciated the athwartships-adjustable stopping pins on the track, which enabled alteration of the sheeting angle. The mainsail on the other hand, is highly adjustable thanks in part to an unthinkably wide traveller track. Adjusting the traveller is important, because the mainsheet does double duty for standard sheeting and boom height — as with most cruising cats, there is no boom vang. In windy downwind conditions, I imagine you’d be glad to have every inch of that traveller. On our test day, it stayed within about two feet of center and drove the boat well.

Maneuvers are a slower proposition on any cruising cat compared to a similarly-sized monohull, but the Lagoon 42 went through her paces with leisurely grace. With even a small amount of boat speed, getting through a tack required no assistance from backwinding the jib (kind of challenging with the self tacker) or goosing the turn with motor power.

After making our way upwind toward the south end of the lake, we unfurled the massive Code Zero and started to have even more fun. The big sail offers a great deal of versatility, adding a lot of sail area and oomph for headings ranging from a close reach down to a full run. Not that I think anyone is likely to choose to spend much time at it, but we even played with sailing wing-on-wing with the Code Zero.

There was lots to like about the sail right out of the box, and the sheeting and trimming appointments were well placed. Unlike pretty much everything else, the Code Zero can’t be trimmed from the helm. Instead, it sheets to winches on the aft quarter of the cockpit area. These winches are waist height when standing, giving a powerful ergonomic position for the trimmer. True sail shape geeks may look to add a clever aftermarket tweaker of some kind to offer twistier profiles in lighter air, but the sail design gives a lot of versatility for upwind sailing. The Code Zero adds a lot to the way the boat sails. On reaching angles, our speed jumped up to 5 knots — really nice in those conditions. With the Code Zero furler little more than a couple feet forward of the jib furler and headstay, one must furl the sail to change tacks. It’s a smooth running furler, so you don’t need to be an America’s Cup athlete to wind the sail in for a maneuver.

Our light lake conditions didn’t really show another important innovation on the Lagoon 42 while sailing, but winding the Yanmars up to the max did. The design of the hulls is focused on bow buoyancy. These aren’t flat-bottomed daggers aimed at planing, but when we brought the boat up to 9 knots (a speed you would very reasonably expect to see and exceed when reaching or running in a stiff breeze), the boat had a very bow-up trim. Images of the boat sailing in heavy air confirm what we felt under power. This boat trim tendency is crucial for a cruising cat which, with its surplus of space, may get loaded down with gear while living aboard. You don’t want even a heavily loaded cat to be bow heavy or at risk of digging into waves, and the Lagoon 42’s hull forms offer all the assurance a sailor could hope for in this department.

I’ve written and maintain that a cruising catamaran would be my boat of choice when it comes to pure enjoyment at some quiet PNW anchorages. The interior accommodations almost leave me speechless. The expansive cockpit is perfect for all-season cruising since it is covered by the coachroof, and I imagine that most meals would be enjoyed around its table. Single-level living with a modern indoor-outdoor feel is handsomely accomplished between that large cockpit and the saloon just ahead of it. In that saloon, you’ve got what is clearly among the most functional and luxurious galleys around — if there was such a thing as a chef’s kitchen on a boat, this is it. The galley would be a challenge on a heeling monohull with few options for bracing, but on a stable cat like this, it works and I’d love to cook there.

The two hulls are broad enough to offer a full queen aft-berth with walk around sides, lots of light, and standing headroom. Depending on intended use, there are three- or four-cabin layouts available. Our test boat’s three-cabin “owner’s version” would no doubt be my choice, with the comfort and privacy of your own hull with the aforementioned queen berth, as well as lots of additional storage, a desk for working remotely, and a gigantic head with separate monster shower.

As I said to Dan at the start of our day, this is a seriously big boat with oodles of room, style, and comfort. These cruising catamarans are getting to be better and better sailing vessels, and the Lagoon 42 is one of the latest and best designs embodying this balance of performance and the combination of strength, stability, storage, and space you’d want on a go-anywhere cruising boat. The bonus with the Lagoon 42 is that you get all of that liveability in a package that is still manageable in tight quarters and easy to sail for a family, a couple, or even a singlehander.  

Joe Cline has been the Managing Editor of 48° North since 2014. From his career to his volunteer leadership in the marine industry, from racing sailboats large and small to his discovery of Pacific Northwest cruising —Joe is as sail-smitten as they come. Joe and his wife, Kaylin, welcomed a baby girl to their family in December 2021, and he is enjoying fatherhood while still finding time to sail, make music, and tip back a tasty IPA every now and again.

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Released in 2016 and awarded Yacht of the Year 2017, the launch of the Lagoon 42 was of crucial importance to CNB , because it had to replace a bestseller, the 420/421 of which 270 units were produced.

1. The Lagoon 42’s design and construction

With its VPLP hull , and an exterior design by Patrick Le Quément and the Italian interior furnishings of Nauta Design, it feels like some real magic went into the creation of this catamaran. The Lagoon 42 is deliberately “curvier” than its predecessors . The swoopy gullwing bridgedeck was designed to minimise pounding from the sea in rough weather. The high glazed vertical windows, that bend around the cabin corners, reduce the greenhouse effect in tropical climates. The composite bimini is also curvy and angles up until it almost looks suspended.

The injection moulded construction gives it a slightly lighter weight of 13 tonnes , which, far from making it a lightweight (a Marsaudon TS 42 of the same dimensions weighs exactly half as much) at least enables it to avoid getting bulkier from one generation to the next. A solid, structural centre beam adds strength and rigidity while reinforcing the forestay fitting as well as the anchor roller with an anchor chain well that runs along the top of the beam rather than below it.

Like other contemporary Lagoons , the mast (VMG Soromap) has been moved aft for a wider choice of downwind sails. The mast’s position also helps keep the weight centred to reduce pitching. The boom is also shorter and the mast higher. The square-top mainsail (by Incidence) has a larger sail area of close to 40ft² over standard mainsails. A forward positioned self-tacking jib makes sailing easier with small crews.

2. On the Lagoon 42’s deck

The super wide transoms enable almost two of you to move around the front of the catamaran and are only two steps away from the cockpit level. However, the “flush” effect that the designers have gone for almost removes any means of holding onto the extremely slippery coachroof… What happens when there’s rough weather?

In the cockpit, the starboard table accommodates 8 people , facing a couch that seats another two. The raised helm to port is just three steps from the cockpit. Visibility is good when you’re tall (but almost non-existent when you’re sitting down and you’re short!) and there’s enough room for two crew members to work together with all the winches and instruments to hand. Lines lead to the cockpit, right into the hand of the helmsperson who can manoeuvre their boat on their own , thanks to the self-tacking jib. The ergonomics are very good, you can stand up everywhere and visibility to the sails through the raising hard-top bimini is excellent.

On the other hand, there aren’t any handholds on the opening roof and I dread to think of getting around in bad weather, on the rear hard-top bimini (where the mainsail track is mounted) which is slick as anything… A special mention goes to the folding davits , which don’t encumber the swim zone .

3. An interior full of space and comfort

A genuine three-panel glass door leads from the cockpit to the saloon and the U-shaped galley. The latter includes a cooker/Eno stove with three hobs and a single sink to starboard as well as refrigeration to port. The top-loading fridge is just at the edge of the stairs to the port hull and is so deep that you have to be careful not to fall into it when you’re trying to reach to the bottom !

There is a large L-shaped settee inside that also serves as a seat for the chart table/nav station. This is a plus point because here there’s a set of B&G sailing instruments for a position check and where you can operate the helm using remote controls from inside. The quality of the woodwork is satisfactory with cubby holes where the bottom part of the opening hatches is often made of solid wood, which adds some real durability to areas that are often weaker. There are no sharp angles to hinder movement .

Our trial boat had a proprietary starboard hull. From the island bed in the rear with a real slatted bed base , there’s a view over the surrounding area. A lovely office and a WC occupying the entire front end complete the picture. The massive shower also gets a special mention !

On the port side there are two cabins and two smaller shower rooms as well as an additional sleeping area (crew) at the end of the hull.

4. Trial at sea: sailing on a Lagoon 42

Four of us set out to try this new future superstar from the Lagoon shipyard . This boat is specifically designed for four. A couple with two children.

While the crew we had was ideal for a test under real conditions of use, the wind was having none of it… With just 10 knots of wind, we weren’t likely to capsize this lovely catamaran on this occasion… With the mainsail and self-tacking jib fully deployed, we managed 6 knots with 11 knots of wind. Not bad for a motorhome!

As soon as there were regular gusts, the boat took off and we didn’t need any further excuses to rig the Code Zero (732ft²). Mounted on a furler, it deploys in seconds to radically transform the behaviour of this Lagoon 42 cruiser. Still under a light breeze despite being out to sea, as soon as we picked up a gust of 10/12 knots, the boat accelerated to 8! This way, we blew everything that came near us out of the water in the Baie de Saint Raphaël, 45-50’ monohulls included !

5. Under power

Returning to port using the engine, our twin 57hp Yanmars with saildrives mounted with the Rolls Royce of propellers (Flexofold) delivered a speed of almost 9 knots at 3,200 RPM. At cruise speed, we got 7.7 knots at 2,000 rpm. With 2 engines and only 300L of fuel, the tankage seemed a bit light, but there’s so much space on board that it would be easy to bring a second tank with you. One last word on the engines, they each have a massive locker where the easily accessible helm jack is routed .

6. In conclusion

The spacious, extremely comfortable, well-designed, elegant and solidly constructed Lagoon 42 catamaran has got everything it takes to be a hit and the sales figures back this up!

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Find Out the Lagoon 42 Catamaran Top Speed

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Lagoon 42 is one of the most impressive and famous catamarans ever made and also one of the best vessels produced by Lagoon. In addition, Lagoon 42 is one of the most sold boats made by this company, surpassing the Lagoon 38. Most of its popularity comes as a result of its performance . Lagoon’s 42 speed is impressive and quite enjoyable. This catamaran offers ample interior space that allows you to enjoy a nice getaway with friends or family. In fact, most Lagoon 42 catamarans are chartered. 

This boat however is very easy to sail so if you choose not to have people around for a romantic voyage, you can still manage the Lagoon 42 with just one other person on board. 

The Lagoon 42 speed is about 16 knots. It was initially supposed to surpass the Outreamer 45 but that did not actually prove to be the case. You might still get some additional speed by lowering the weight and load on the boat, although 25 knots is almost impossible to reach. What you might get is a nice speed of 18 knots on a calm sea. The normal Lagoon 42 speed however is 7 or 8 knots, if you want to have a comfortable voyage, enjoy the views and feel safe on board. 

This boat does not have a high risk of capsizing, although increasing speed might still cause damage to the rig. 

You can also increase the speed of the catamaran by making use of natural conditions such as the wind. Using the sails can be fun, interesting, efficient, and really help you improve the performance of your boat. Make sure to have a proper sail plan, however, especially in low winds. 

All in all, you can be quite happy with the performance of the Lagoon 42 as it will not only be a fast catamaran but will do so without sacrificing space or comfort. In fact, this boat can be more efficient than monohulls of the same size in both comfort and speed, and most importantly handling. 

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Lagoon 42 – tested and reviewed

New rig, level living area and sweeter lines – small changes make the new lagoon 42 a slick package.

ST’s Lagoon 42 verdict:

Cruising catamarans are not to everyone’s taste, but the pros and cons versus monohulls are well known. The Lagoon, however, enjoys more sympathetic styling than some of her contemporaries. Beneteau clearly has the financial muscle to indulge in some serious R&D before commissioning a new boat and it shines through in the Lagoon. She has been carefully and thoughtfully put together and represents a refinement and distillation of all its considerable experience in this field.

The helming station was a prime example of this approach, as it delivered most of the benefits of a bridge deck helming station without leaving the helmsman isolated, as is often the case with this arrangement. I was also impressed by the directness and ‘feel’ of the helm, which was a refreshing contrast with many cruising multihulls.

Performance : 3.5/5 Comfort : 5/5 Bluewater : 3/5 Price : From £234,000 Dealer : ancasta.com

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Master cabin

Plenty of beam aft means there is room for a good sized double berth. Note the extensive portlights and hatches

Master heads

In the owner’s layout, the master heads to starboard have extensive storage space

Spacious saloon

On any catamaran, it’s the saloon living space which most impresses and the Lagoon 42 excels with a sophisticated design and flush entry to the cockpit

Bulkhead helming

The bulkhead helming position gives visibility over the coachroof, but still allows the skipper to take part in cockpit conversation

Designers VPLP moved the mast back and added a self-tacking jib

The small bowsprit makes it easy to fly downwind sails with deep sheeting angles, while a self-tacking jib runs on a track set into the coachroof. Tests in the Bahamas saw the 42 doing 16kt in about 22kt of breeze.

The saloon, cockpit and aft deck are now all on the same level and the cutaway freeboard makes it easier to step onto the bathing platform when alongside

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Lagoon 42 Review

We are talking about the opportunities that the Lagoon 42 sailing catamaran will provide to its crew and guests. The veterans of the topRik team will remember their visit to the Düsseldorf 2016 exhibition, where the premiere of the double-hull vessel took place, and together with you will board the cat delivered this year. As usual - a lot of photos, videos and reviews from mass media sailing writers.

Purposeful double hull sailboat Lagoon 42 with superb interior finishes, designed by French naval architects VPLP Design showcases all the features of a great cruising catamaran.

The very next year after the world premiere of Sail Magazines awarded him the title of Best Multihull between 41 and 50 feet (12.5 and 15.2 m) . But Lagoon 42 did not stop there and at cruising speed broke into the leaders of Cruising World's Boat of the Year in its category.

A bright novelty of 2016 in the world of cruising catamarans is the third generation of 42-foot catamarans from the Lagoon shipyard . The ancestor of this family was Lagoon 420, which perfectly fulfilled this role in 2008-2010. It was replaced by Lagoon 421 (2009-2015).

Lagoon 42, released in 2016, filled the gap between two popular models - Lagoon 450 and Lagoon 400 and approached the Lagoon 45 in terms of comfort.

Features of Lagoon 42

• Brand: Lagoon
• Hull type: Catamaran
• Overall length, m: 12.8
• Width, m: 7.7
• Draft, m: 1.25
• Displacement, t: 12
• Air draft, m: 20.65
• Water tanks, l: 300 (+300 opt.)
• Exterior design (Architect): VPLP design
• CE Certification: A:12 - B:14 - C:20 - D:30
• Mainsail type: Fully battened
• Jib type: Self-tacking
• Mainsail area, m²: 55
• Jib area, m²: 35
• Code 0 area, m²: 68
• Engines: 2x45 hp YANMAR 4JH45
• Fuel tanks, l: 300 (+300 opt.)

Virtual tour

Max speed lagoon 42.

The maximum speed of a Lagoon 42 yacht depends on various factors such as wind conditions, sea state, and load on board. However, according to the manufacturer's specifications, the maximum speed of a Lagoon 42 sailing yacht is around 8 to 9 knots (9 to 10 mph or 15 to 17 km/h) under sail, and around 10 to 12 knots (11 to 14 mph or 18 to 22 km/h) with the engines running.

It's important to note that these are only approximate figures, and actual speeds may vary depending on the aforementioned factors.

Review of Lagoon 42 by TopRik Team

TopRik team on the approach to the pier recalled how almost 7 years ago he attended the premiere of a catamaran, which this time we had to test as a probable addition to our “flotilla”. The double-hulled sailboat Lagoon 42 became a highlight of the Düsseldorf exhibition and in the same and subsequent years collected the most prestigious awards in its category.

At the Exhibition in 2016

The designers of the catamaran gave it a modern design, in particular, the bow shape of the floats changed - they became chopped off, which gave the cat a visually more aggressive look.

Of course, our skipper did not remain indifferent to the way the developers placed the control station on the port side. He even kept pictures from the exhibition of this post in several angles.

The skipper liked this arrangement of the station. But he was disappointed that in order to view the bow of the cat on the starboard side, he would have to bend down more than once when mooring or setting off. In addition, one could only hope that a small boat without AIS would not be encountered to this side.

In all other respects, our captain was satisfied with both the powerful helm and the helm panel, where all the necessary devices for monitoring the passage of the route and the operation of all the equipment of the catamaran are located. Very solid reverse and throttle lever.

In general, the compact arrangement of all the elements that are involved in the management of the yacht were very pleasing. Most of the sheets and halyards are brought to the winches at the helm, which are dropped into special bags under them so as not to create traps for the helmsman's legs. There are also two additional winches in the cockpit.

Directly from the control station there you can climb a ladder to the roof if you need access to the boom.

Other amenities are also very well thought out: a double folding seat and a bimini hardtop over the helm station with opening hatches. In addition, the post can be protected from rain and wind from all sides with a transparent film.

Six Years Later

So, while talking, we reached the pier and were able to see for ourselves what the skipper of the topRik team was talking about. We saw approximately what is shown in the photo below. Two ladders on both sides for climbing into the cockpit with very wide lower steps that can be equipped with ladders for descending into the water if you feel like swimming.

Very roomy cockpit with traditional sofas on both sides of the table and along the transom. And with absolutely non-standard sunbeds on the starboard side and below the helm station. 10 people can easily fit in the cockpit alone. There you have a refrigerator with a freezer for cooling drinks and storing ice cream.

A large locker in the center of the transom is designed for life-saving equipment - rafts, pumps and vests. Everyone liked the very strong davits and their fastenings: they are really able to withstand a boat with a hard bottom and a motor.

Shown above is a bare deck and below is a teak deck. So, it will be much safer if the catamaran is intended for a family with children.

We appreciated this ledge of the lower step flush with the board. This is an additional convenience if the boat is side to the pier, which will facilitate the ascent to the pier and the descent from it to the deck: there will be no need to climb over the side or place some kind of additional ladder .

From Deck to Roof

Of course, the very wide side decks did not hide from our eyes. Walking on them should be done with care so as not to step on the hatches during rolling - there are a lot of them here, they serve to ventilate the cabins, and the hatch on the very bow of the hull opens the entrance to the forepeak. A very roomy cabin is created as a result. For those who are involved in charter business, Lagoon 42 is just a godsend!

On the foredeck itself there is a lot of space for creating a sunbathing heaven with the help of several huge mattresses with headrests, you can even place a couple more sunbeds with backs on the nets. And pay attention to the roof - there is also a place for sun loungers. But we are not sure that they can be used at all while the yacht is moving, especially with the sails raised. As they say, better not try this at home...

Seeing this extended mast, we expect to find... well, of course, here it is - a folding bowsprit. This decision of the architects made it possible to shift the center of sail and provide Lagoon 42 with a sail plan using a gennaker, which allows it to reach speeds of up to 15 knots with a true wind of 22 knots. Great entry for the ARC Rally across the Atlantic!

Through the Saloon to the Cabins

We said that the cockpit alone can accommodate more than 10 people, not counting, of course, the skipper and assistant at the helm. And now add to this the number of people on the foredeck, from which we have just returned. And that's not all! Pass through these huge sliding doors into the saloon and you will discover additional work and leisure areas.

We classified the skipper's table and the galley as work areas. As you can see, these two important places for the functioning of the yacht are adjacent...

Well, not really, as the galley continues to the port side (one of the hallmarks of the Lagoon), so there is room for chef and a helper from among the guests or family members. The galley is equipped with all the necessary equipment, not every home kitchen can boast of such a set. Just look at the number of shelves, hanging and floor cabinets!

As usual, we pay attention to the rounded joints of the walls of the furniture - there are no dangerous sharp corners here that can be the cause of injury during pitching or a single large wave. This is high level of comfort from catamaran designers!

The galley furniture, like everything else, can be supplied in various solutions: with dark or light veneer. The comparison is illustrated below.

We attributed a large dining space to the recreation area. Pay attention to how conveniently the skipper's table is located - between the galley and the dining table: not a single snack or drink will escape the captain's eyes (and mouth too). But in front of him, as in front of all the rest in the cabin, a magnificent view opens up through these large windows with portholes. They provide not only natural light, but also natural ventilation of the room.

Without sitting at the tables, we go down to the cabins. We tested the 3-cabin option. The master suite occupied the entire float with a sleeping area, lounge and bathroom.

A large double bed, a sofa with a table and a wardrobe in the living room, a well-equipped bathroom with a separate shower, washbasin and toilet - everything you need and a little more.

This “a little more” that was taken in luggage bags from home can be laid out on cabinets, shelves and bedside tables. In our opinion, there is enough space, and you won’t have to limit yourself even on a long cruise due to the lack of your favorite gadget, book or outfit.

Two double cabins in another float – for guests or children. These are also cabins with fairly high ceilings, hatches and portholes. As in the owner's cabin - enough light and air. Each cabin has a private bathroom. The large double bed, if desired, can be replaced with two single beds or one bunk bed.

In the four-cabin version, they are located in pairs in each float, each with its own bathroom. Bow cabins differ from aft cabins only in that they taper slightly towards the headboard.

Taking into account the two places for the crew in the forepeaks and the possibility of organizing 2 berths in the saloon, 12 people can be freely accommodated on the yacht. This is a very attractive option for those who like cruises with a large group of friends, have a large family or organize charter voyages.

Advantages of Lagoon 42

Traditionally, we begin the section of advantages with the identified shortcomings, among which various experts noted recessed handrails on the roof, which are inconvenient to use, and a problem with viewing the bow of the right float from the helm station. It also seemed to some that there was not enough storage space for a long cruise. There was some disagreement regarding all these cons though – these are down to preference.

But this placement of the electrical panel caused general disapproval - all experts experienced in practice what happens when a passenger accidentally leans on such a panel when he/she loses balance.

If it is not possible to move it to another place, it would be necessary to provide for it some kind of strong transparent cover. But on the other hand, the panel is very convenient - push-button, not touch, ideal for use in sailing conditions.

But all these shortcomings are more than outweighed by the large-scale advantages of Lagoon 42 associated with a high level of safety, ease of operation and the comfort of everyday life on board.

• Safety. Exterior designer Patrick Le Quement with the naval architects of France's VPLP Design have reduced the weight of the vessel using modern casting technologies for making the floats and other parts of the catamaran. The bottom below the waterline is completely fiberglass, yet much lighter sandwiches with a balsa core were used for the hulls. At the same time, the central load-bearing beam gives the structure strength. The result is excellent vessel stability even in heavy seas at high performance.
• High seaworthiness. The design team of Lagoon 42 once again shows that their fame is well-deserved. Even the catamaran type of the sailboat made by them shows exceptional performance. Lightweight, with a low wetted area, it tacks well under sail. And, of course, let's not forget that Lagoon catamarans are the most popular double hulls that take part in the ARC Atlantic Crossing Rally.
• Ease of management. The architects did all they could so that the catamaran can be managed by a single skipper with coastal sailing experience. And if you have experience of long autonomous navigation, then handling this catamaran alone will be an even easier task.
• Comfort for life on board. It is provided by large spaces on deck and in the hulls. Wide side decks do not constrain guests and crew during movement. The large areas of the cockpit and saloon, united into a single zone by a sliding door, create the feeling of freedom. There is a lot of natural light and ventilation in the rooms not only on deck, but also below deck, in comfortable cabins with fairly high ceilings, portholes and hatches.
• Made for family. The safety of the catamaran, a large number of places for recreation, dining, swimming and sunbathing provide ample opportunities for family cruises with children.

Reviews of Lagoon 42 from Professionals

Well-known journalists and yachtsmen provided reviews of the Lagoon 42 over the years – we start from the day of the world premiere and end with testing at sea a few years after this event to confirm the high titles that this sailing catamaran was awarded.

Chris attended the world premiere of Lagoon 42 in Düsseldorf in 2016 and did a full review of the cat which he shared with Yachting Monthly readers.

Anticipating the skepticism about catamarans seen five years ago among racing sailors, Chris Beeson stated that "a boat is to be lived in, not looked at". The reviewer credited the shipyard for bringing in the VPLP design team and commissioning them to develop a boat aimed at the growing family market.

Calling the project smart, Chris emphasized that VPLP's naval architects, knowing a lot about designing sports racing yachts, did a great job and created a boat that is easy to sail, spacious, comfortable and even somewhat luxurious. Developing his idea further, the author stated that this is not a deviation from the norm, but a prudent expansion of opportunities for family swimming. Few yachtsmen want their family to live on a wet shore during the stay, and they most likely will not have the desire to go around Cape Horn during the weekend either.

Ease of operation, convenience for life on board and safety - these are the main goals that the manufacturers were striving for. Even with a little practice in maneuvering, this will not be a problem even in strong winds, thanks to the two engines.

The speed of this catamaran is comparable to that of a monohull of the same size, but only in the case of a catamaran you will feel such clear feedback from interaction with the boat through the helm. An automatic staysail takes care of rotary tacking. The sails can be steered by one person or even by an autopilot while the skipper enjoys the views.

From the elevated helm station, three corners of the catamaran are perfectly visible, and to view the fourth, just crouch under the bimini. From this place you can control all the sails.

In the cockpit there is an excellent shaded seating area with plenty of seats, two platforms for launching into the water. Davits on the transom allow you to launch and raise the boat.

Chris compared the wide side decks of the cat to the boulevard and suggested going to the bow deck if you wanted to sunbathe - there is a huge area for that. You can also use the huge sun lounger in the cockpit near the helm station.

Refresh yourself after sunbathing with drinks from the saloon galley fridge. At the same time, you can refine the route at the chart table.

If you want to take a shower and change clothes, there is a bathroom in the owner's cabin, which occupies the starboard hull. For family members or guests, there are two cabins in the left float with private bathrooms. There is also an option with 4 cabins, each with a private bathroom.

The catamaran is suitable for a family going on a cruise in the Mediterranean, or a couple planning a trip around the world. Climb aboard for a while and this catamaran will sell itself, Chris concluded.

Zuzana Prochazka wrote her review in 2016 at the world premiere of Lagoon 42, and then updated the material in 2017 after testing the boat at sea.

Zuzana pays tribute to exterior designer Patrick Le Quement and naval architects of the French company VPLP Design, who have long been known for their racing hulls for the world's leading shipyards.

For the Lagoon 42, they designed the lower part of the deck to allow this "gull wing" to minimize the impact of waves in rough seas. She noticed that the glazed windows of the saloon go around the corners and cool the spaces perfectly.

The author said that the designers have achieved a reduction in the mass of the boat to 11.8 tons.

The mast position opens up the headsail and provides more options for flying sail selection. This solution also balances the yacht's weight relative to the center. The shorter boom and longer mast give you the opportunity to improve the sailing plan: the straight top mainsail adds nearly 4 m² to the sail area. The automatic jib makes solo sailing easier as it moves forward from the mast.

Raised helmsman's post on the left side, its equipment and design are thought out to the smallest detail. From the convenience of communicating with passengers in the cockpit to the ability to work here with an assistant without interfering with each other: one is at the helm, the second is managing the winches. If desired, there is room for a third.

The significant dimensions of Lagoon 42 and its high performance do not interfere with sailing the yacht alone, since all the equipment necessary for this is located within reach of the skipper standing at the helm. To control the sails, a window was cut in the roof above the helm station, allowing you to control the mainsail.

Zuzana also noted that there are no handrails on the cabin roof, and the slot that replaces them is not a good solution, especially for those who will keep their balance by grabbing this smoothly finished part with wet hands.

Speaking about the interior of the catamaran, the author noted that the Italian Nauta style adds elegance to the design. Textiles and decor can be ordered in different versions.

During testing, Zuzana was part of a team of 4 people. Testing begins in Biscayne Bay in Miami and under the Rickenbacker Bridge Causeway with a true wind speed of 8 to 10 knots. The team had to pass through the central span of the bridge, as the air draft was almost 21 m, and the team did not want to damage the antennas located on the mast.

Then, nevertheless, with a wind speed of 11.6 knots, the boat managed to reach 6.1 knots. The real fun began after the installation of a giant code 0 area of 68 m²: in total, with a wind speed of 10 knots, the cat was moving at a speed of 7 knots per hour.

On 57 hp Yanmar engines the yacht developed a speed of 8.7 knots at 3200 rpm. Zuzana advised yachtsmen going on autonomous long voyages to increase the volume of water and fuel tanks.

She concluded by saying that Lagoon hit the mark with the model 42. She suggested that most of the new models will be in demand by private owners, and only a small part will go to the charter business.

Video Reviews of Lagoon 42

Some footage is always welcome when it comes to choosing a yacht.

Let’s start with BoatTube – as always, they provide a high-quality walkaround tour of the yacht, no audio commentary:

Lagoon 42 at the sea – informative demonstration of vessel’s seaworthiness:

Sea test, interior tour and great audio commentary – three in one:

The title of the review says “overly detailed” – and it sure is:

A lot of footage – interior, exterior, during movement and management:

As we have seen, the double-hull sailboat Lagoon 42 is a very versatile catamaran, which is focused on more than one target audience. By releasing this boat into the world, the shipyard undoubtedly focused on the family segment of the yacht market, but after 5 years on the market we saw that it is in demand by a much wider audience of yachtsmen, including:

• couples with and without children;
• lovers of cruises in the company of close friends;
• supporters of comfortable autonomous navigation;
• those who prioritize living space on a cruise ship;
• entrepreneurs who rent boats or deal with charters;
• those wishing to experience the speed qualities of the catamaran and its maneuverability when sailing alone.

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The Ideal Sail Plan for the Lagoon 42 Catamaran

Note: This article assumes a good understanding of downwind and low wind speed sails. If you are relatively new, follow this link to our article on downwind sails first. 

Update : This article was updated in January of 2023 after doing an Atlantic crossing and re-considering what we want in our ideal sail plan.

We finally decided on a sail plan for our circumnavigation! We worked with the UK Sails loft in NYC for a while, and we recently landed on a final plan. This article explains the factors we considered during the process and why this plan was ideal for us.

We should start by saying that, like boats, sail inventories are compromises. Like boats, the ideal sail plan for one person can be a horrible idea for a different one. The sail inventory below is our ideal sail plan based on our priorities, sailing style, and goals. Our inventory is likely the wrong sail plan for many. In fact, this is not what I would recommend when I help new Lagoon 42 owners decide on their sail inventory. So yes, there are many alternatives to this inventory that will work for most cruisers and catamaran owners. The goal here is not to convenience anyone that this is the way to go but to highlight the issues that sailors should consider when deciding on their sail inventory. 

Our sail inventory reflects a preference for speed over comfort and a willingness to make frequent sail changes to optimize performance. Given these preferences, our inventory is larger and more specialized than the inventory of a cruising couple that prioritizes comfort and the simplicity of all-around sails . 

Update: Since I wrote the sentence above, my thinking about what we want has changed significantly. Specifically, the Atlantic made me realize the limitations of specialized sails when sailing short-handed. It also made me realize that during a passage, the simplicity of a more all-arround Gennaker on a furller could actually mean faster speeds because it would be used more than more specialized sails on a dousing sock. More of this later.

We prioritize a large inventory to optimize speed for four main reasons. First, I am (Nestor) an avid racer and thus tend to enjoy getting the boat to sail as efficiently as possible. I know I will be frustrated during passages knowing the boat could be sailing at 1-2 knots faster if I had the right headsail for the conditions.  Second, we like our long passages to be as short as possible. The right specialized sails can save us 2-3 days on an Atlantic or Pacific crossing compared to all-around sails. Those are 2-3 extra days that we will be able to enjoy safely and comfortably at anchor. Third, the right sails will allow us to sail in a much wider range of wind speeds and angles, drastically cutting down on motoring and diesel costs. So over time, this sail inventory will pay for itself (at least that’s what I tell myself!). And finally, having a large sail inventory can make us safer. The safety benefits are numerous, including redundancy on sails in case of sail damage, the ability to sail to safety upwind in conditions where otherwise you would have to depend on functioning engines, and the ability to get to anchor in the daytime while slower boats may get caught out in the dark. 

Update: Everything I said in the previous paragraph is still true, but my thinking about what inventory will achieve those goals has changed.

Our original wish list

In considering our sail inventory, we wanted enough headsails to cover most wind angles and wind speeds at optimal performance. Here is the initial wish list we discussed with the sailmakers:

• A jib with clew board.  
• A square-top main.
• A true flat code zero . Most “code zeros” or screechers marketed for catamarans are all-around upwind and mid-wind sails covering 60-110AWA. These are great sails when you have a limited inventory, but they are not ideal because you sacrifice upwind performance to broaden the mid-wind range. Instead, we wanted to true flat code zero with a mid-girth of 55 to 60% that can perform well in 50-90 AWA. 
• Update : It is still true that we want an A2, but it is no longer true that we don’t want a cruising spinnaker. We want both, which I explain below.
• Update : This is still true, but the likelihood that we would be flying an S4 in 25knots AWS, especially at night, when it’s just the two of us is unrealistic. If we had a larger crew of experienced sailors, I would get the S5, but given our plans, we would most likely sail with the jib on a barber hauler when the wind picks up and we are going downwind.
• Update : The A3 will be replaced by a furlling Gennaker that will also cover these same angles but maybe not in such high winds.

Our final inventory

White Sails

Main Sail  AWS: 0-40 . AWA 45-160 . Material: Hydranet . Size: 59sm. Our main sail will be a 59sqm square top hydranet sail. This is pretty similar to the standard square top that many owners have, with the difference being hydranet. This is an expensive but bulletproof material that has some significant benefits over dacron, including its ability to hold its shape for many more years, its lower weight, and its greater durability. 

Jib   AWS : 18-40. AWA : 45-160. Material : Hydranet . Size : 36sm. Our new jib will be different from the standard Lagoon 42 jib in that it will include a clew board which will allow us to adjust the leech tension much better. A clew board is a must-have for a self-tacking jib if one wants to adjust the sail twist in varying conditions. It is surprising that the standard sail did not come with one. You will notice that our jib will be built to fly primarily in 18-40AWS. This means it can be stronger than the standard jib as it will not be expected to fly in low winds. The rest of the sail inventory will cover the lower wind speeds. 

Downwind Sails

Asymmetrical 2 (A2)  AWS : 3-15. AWA : 130-160. Material : Superkote 90. 1.10oz. Size : 160sm. The A2 is a downwind asymmetric spinnaker designed for winds under 15knots. It is quite large at 160sqmt and relatively light at 1.10oz but it is heavier than racing A2s of the same size to increase durability. This will be our most commonly used downwind sail in very low winds.

Furling Gennaker (UPDATED) AWS 10-25. AWA 75-160. Material : Superkote 150/200. 2.2oz. Size : 130sm. This is the most critical change to our original inventory. I realized during the Atlantic crossing that having a furling cruising spinnaker that can fly in 10-25AWS and 75-160AWA was critical for short-handed crews. I explained some of the issues in the Atlantic crossing article, but here is the issue. When short-handed, I don’t feel it is prudent to fly a dousing spinnaker at night, especially when the wind is borderline too high or when squalls are expected. Consequently, if all we had was a dousing spinnaker, we would be taking it down at night and significantly slowing down our average speed. In contrast, with a furling Gennaker, we can leave it out overnight as one could furl it as needed even when one-handed. This increases the time the spinnaker will be up and thus increases our average speeds. Furling Gennakers are game-changers for two-handed crews.

Upwind Sails

Code-Zero AWS: 3-15. AWA: 45-90. Material : CZ30 Radial Laminate 55% Mid Girth. Size : 80sm. Our new code zero is a very flat sail designed to fly in as low as 3knots. This sail is not an all-around gennaker or screecher as it is too flat to go fly any deeper than 90 degrees. However, it will fly upwind much better than a traditional cruising screecher or code-D/G type of sails. 

UPDATE: We are changing our code zero to be able to fly in lighter winds at the cost of being able to fly in stronger winds (e.g., 15-18AWS). Why? Because the L42 is not able to keep up with this sail! What do I mean by that?

Why you should not fly the code zero in 15knots of wind speed: The issue is that as the wind increases, the AWA moves forward quite rapidly, which also increases the AWS. You then have to immediately bear away to keep both AWA and AWS manageable. The problem is that in winds above 15knots true, you will be forced to sail at 80-90AWA, which essentially means you are not going upwind at all! Say, for example, that you are sailing in 12knots true at 55AWA with the code zero. In this case, you will be sailing around 5-6knots of speed. Your TWA is around 70TWA and your AWS is about 15knots. So you are going upwind but barely and the AWS is pushing the capacity of the code zero. Let’s say now that the wind speed increases to 15TWS. Two things happen. First, your boat speed will increase to 7 knots and your AWS will increase to 18+knots, at the safe limit for the code zero. Second, the apparent wind will move forward into the 40s, collapsing the code zero. The only immediate solution will be to bare away to decrease the apparent wind speed and bring the apparent wind angle back into the 50s. The problem is that to accomplish this, your true wind angle will need to be close to 90! If you don’t pay attention to this, you will sail for hours away from your destination, not going upwind at all. In this case, you are much better off taking the code zero down and using the jib, which will allow you to point much higher. For this reason, we won’t use the code zero in 15 knots when upwind so we rather be designed to maximize performance at low wind speeds. Our final sail plan on a polar figure:

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Explore the wonders of the sea with the elegant Lagoon 42 Catamaran.

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• Overall Length 12,80m / 42'
• Overall Beam 7,70m / 25'3''
• Draft 1,25m / 4'1''
• Height over keel 20,65m / 67'9''
• Displacement (CE) 12,1 t.
• Sailing area 90 m² / 968 sq.ft
• Mainsail Crab 59m² / 635 sq.ft
• Jib 35m² / 377 sq.ft
• Code 0 (opt.) 68m² / 732 sq.ft
• Engines 2 x 45 CV / 2 x 45 HP
• Fuel 300 l / 79 US gal
• Capacity Water 300 l / 79 US ga
• Beds 6 a 12
• Certification A:12; B:14; C:20; D:30
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Discover the stunning lagoon 42 catamaran: features, performance and design.

The Lagoon 42 is one of the most impressive and popular catamarans on the pleasure boat market today.

Designed by renowned French naval architect Marc Van Peteghem and Vincent Lauriot-Prevost, the Lagoon 42 combines elegance, comfort and performance to offer a unique sailing experience.

This 42 feet (12.8 meters) long and 25 feet (7.7 meters) wide catamaran has a capacity to accommodate up to 8 people, making it perfect for trips with family or friends.

The Lagoon 42 has a spacious and ergonomic design, with a large deck and a well-designed cockpit that maximizes comfort and functionality.

Performance-wise, the Lagoon 42 is a fast and stable catamaran.

With a light weight and a large mainsail, this catamaran can reach a cruising speed of up to 8 knots and a top speed of 12 knots.

Therefore, the speed of the Lagoon 42 makes it ideal for both sport sailing and long distance sailing.

In addition, the Lagoon 42 features a sensitive steering system that allows easy and safe handling even in adverse weather conditions.

It also has a large storage capacity, allowing you to carry everything you need for long periods of sailing.

In terms of design, the Lagoon 42 has a modern and elegant look.

The hull is designed with a low profile and smooth curves that enhance its aerodynamics and performance.

The deck features ample space for sunbathing and relaxing, as well as an open-air galley and spacious dining area.

Why is the Lagoon 42 the perfect catamaran for demanding sailors?

The Lagoon 42 is a sailing catamaran designed to offer the perfect balance between performance, comfort and safety.

This makes it an excellent choice for demanding sailors looking for a catamaran that can offer a high quality sailing experience.

In terms of performance, the Lagoon 42 features a lightweight and aerodynamic structure that allows for smooth and fast sailing.

The catamaran features a tall mast and a large mainsail, allowing it to sail efficiently even in strong wind conditions.

In addition, the Lagoon 42 is equipped with two high-powered diesel engines, making it more maneuverable and easy to control.

In terms of comfort, the Lagoon 42 features a spacious and ergonomic design that makes it ideal for long periods of sailing.

The catamaran can accommodate up to 12 guests, with four double cabins and two single berths at the bridge ends.

In addition, it features a full galley, a spacious dining area and a lounge area that can be opened up to enjoy the sea breeze and ocean views.

In terms of safety, the Lagoon 42 is designed with a number of features that make it safer for offshore cruising.

The catamaran has a solid and stable structure that allows it to maintain its balance even in heavy swell conditions.

In addition, it is equipped with a series of high-tech navigation equipment, such as a GPS system, a radar and an emergency communication system.

Unforgettable sailing experience: The ergonomics and comfort of the Lagoon 42

The Lagoon 42 is a catamaran that offers an unforgettable sailing experience thanks to its ergonomics and comfort.

The design of this catamaran has been carefully thought out to offer the highest possible level of comfort to its occupants.

On the deck of the Lagoon 42 you can find different areas designed for entertainment and relaxation, such as the large lounge area located at the bow of the boat, ideal for sunbathing or enjoying an outdoor dinner.

In addition, the Lagoon 42 has a large living area in the cockpit, equipped with comfortable sofas and a central table to share unforgettable moments with family or friends.

The interior of the Lagoon 42 is also exceptionally spacious and comfortable.

The layout of the spaces is very practical and functional, with a galley equipped with everything you need to prepare meals on board, a dining area and a lounge area.

The cabins are also spacious and feature plenty of storage, making the onboard experience even more comfortable.

Another feature that makes sailing aboard the Lagoon 42 exceptionally comfortable is the responsive steering system.

The helm is designed to be easy to operate, which makes sailing smoother and easier.

In addition, the Lagoon 42 boasts a large storage capacity, which means you can take everything you need with you on board without sacrificing space.

In short, the Lagoon 42’s ergonomics and comfort make it ideal for those looking for a comfortable and luxurious sailing experience.

If you want to enjoy sailing with maximum comfort, the Lagoon 42 is an excellent option to consider.

The sporty performance of the Lagoon 42: A fast and safe catamaran

The Lagoon 42 is a catamaran that offers excellent sporty performance thanks to its advanced design and high quality materials.

This catamaran has been designed to be fast, safe and maneuverable, making it perfect for those looking for an exciting and sporty sailing experience.

One of the features that makes the Lagoon 42 exceptionally fast is its hull design.

The catamaran’s hulls are designed to minimize water resistance and improve the boat’s speed.

In addition, the hull design also makes the Lagoon 42 more stable and maneuverable in windy conditions and rough seas, which improves safety on board.

The Lagoon 42 is also equipped with an advanced navigation system, which includes a satellite navigation system, a radar system and a radio communication system.

These advanced navigation systems allow boaters to accurately track their position and avoid potential hazards on the water.

In addition, the Lagoon 42 features a large mainsail and furling jib for efficient sailing and increased speed on the water.

The catamaran is also equipped with a motor propulsion system, which is automatically activated in the event of a lack of wind to ensure that the boat always has enough power to maintain its speed.

Spacious and elegant design: The deck and cabin of the Lagoon 42

The Lagoon 42 is a catamaran that has been designed to offer the highest level of comfort and luxury in its interior.

The design and interior features of the Lagoon 42 have been thought out to provide a first class sailing experience for its occupants.

The interior of the Lagoon 42 is exceptionally spacious and comfortable. The layout of the spaces has been designed to be very practical and functional.

The galley is equipped with everything needed to prepare meals on board, and features a refrigerator and freezer to keep food fresh.

The dining area has a central table and comfortable seating to share unforgettable moments with family or friends.

The Lagoon 42’s cabins are also spacious and feature plenty of storage, making the onboard experience even more comfortable.

In addition, the cabins are air-conditioned and ventilated, ensuring a comfortable temperature at any time of the day or night.

The Lagoon 42 also features a spacious living area in the cabin, equipped with comfortable sofas and a central table.

This area is ideal for enjoying the panoramic view of the sea and relaxing while sailing. The cockpit also features a multifunction screen that displays navigation information and the boat’s systems.

In short, the Lagoon 42’s design and interior features offer the highest level of comfort and luxury on the water.

If you are looking for a luxurious and comfortable boating experience, the Lagoon 42 is an excellent option to consider.

Safety on board Lagoon 42: Design and features

Safety is a major concern when sailing, and the Lagoon 42 is designed to ensure the safety of its occupants at all times.

This catamaran has advanced safety features that ensure safe and smooth sailing.

One of the most important safety features on the Lagoon 42 is its hull design.

The catamaran’s hulls are designed to minimize water resistance and improve the boat’s speed, but also to ensure the boat’s stability and safety at all times.

The hull design makes the Lagoon 42 very maneuverable, making it easy to sail in windy conditions and rough seas.

The Lagoon 42 also features an advanced anchoring system that ensures secure anchoring on any type of seabed.

In addition, the catamaran is equipped with advanced communication systems, such as a VHF radio system and a satellite emergency call system, which enable clear and fast communication in case of emergency.

Another safety feature of the Lagoon 42 is its lighting system. The catamaran is equipped with navigation lights that allow other boats to see it in the dark, reducing the risk of collisions.

In addition, the Lagoon 42 also has deck lights and reading lights in the cabins, ensuring adequate illumination at all times.

In short, the Lagoon 42’s advanced design and safety features ensure safe and smooth sailing at all times.

If you are looking for a catamaran that offers a safe and worry-free sailing experience, the Lagoon 42 is an excellent option to consider.

Benefits of Lagoon 42: What makes this catamaran special?

The Lagoon 42 is a catamaran that offers a wide range of benefits to its occupants, making it one of the best options for those looking for a luxury sailing experience.

Here are some of the benefits that make the Lagoon 42 special:

• Design and Comfort: The Lagoon 42’s design is exceptionally comfortable and spacious. It features an abundance of storage space, fully equipped galley, dining and lounging areas, and spacious and airy cabins.
• Performance and stability: The Lagoon 42 is a very stable catamaran that offers exceptional sailing performance. The hull design allows for smooth and comfortable sailing even in windy and rough sea conditions.
• Advanced safety: The Lagoon 42 has advanced safety features that ensure safe and smooth sailing. The hull design, anchoring system, communication systems and lighting are just some of the safety features of the Lagoon 42.
• Advanced technology: The Lagoon 42 is equipped with advanced technology that makes it easy to use and navigate. The navigation system, multifunction displays and speed control systems make navigation simple and precise.
• Style and luxury: The Lagoon 42 is a luxury catamaran that offers a modern and elegant style. It features high quality finishes and exceptional attention to detail that make the onboard experience truly luxurious.
• Energy saving: The Lagoon 42 is also designed to be energy efficient. It features renewable energy systems, such as solar panels and advanced energy management systems, which reduce fuel consumption and lessen environmental impact.

In short, the Lagoon 42 offers a wide range of benefits that make for a truly exceptional sailing experience.

From its design and comfort, to its performance and advanced safety, the Lagoon 42 is one of the best options for those looking for a luxury catamaran.

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Comparative review of catamarans Astrea 42, Lagoon 42, Bali 4.3

Catamarans are rightfully renowned for their spaciousness and comfort - offering pretty much double the footprint of monohulls of similar length. And that, as a rule, means more personal space, the possibility of privacy, and in general freedom of movement, almost like in your own villa.

In this comparative review, we take a look at three models of well-known catamarans in the 42-43 feet range.

Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 review

Let's start with the novelty of 2018  - 12.5 meter sailing catamaran  Astrea 42 by Fountaine Pajot ... It is a spacious, well thought-out yacht design with many features tailored for a comfortable life on a long cruise. For those who value personal harmony on board a yacht where the whole family lives 24/7,  Astrea 42  - the perfect ally: this is a perfect vessel, which is deservedly considered the most comfortable cruiser on the market.

Much of this is due to the well-integrated spaces, which are mainly centered around the helm station and upper decks, but also between her cockpit and saloon.  Steering station Astrea 42  located high above decks, and offset to starboard. This provides excellent sailing visibility - as well as an inspiring spatial imagination for maneuvering a 7.2 meter yacht in a crowded marina. A few steps up the stairs from the cockpit, and you get to the helm station.

For the experienced skipper, the location of the helm station embodies the raison d'être of this catamaran.  This area is the centerpiece of a carefully configured space that facilitates easy communication and full interaction with guests and crew. Moreover, the seat at the helm can accommodate up to three people, and next to it - at the midship and slightly higher level, there is a large sun deck on the roof of the wheelhouse. This is a very social space. This arrangement guarantees an overall dynamic with the participation of all guests on board. And when it is difficult to concentrate on steering, you can leave the boat on autopilot.

Moving towards the bow, you will find  standard trampoline  and another seating area with a spacious sun deck. This incredible theme of interaction continues in the cockpit, where a large sofa along the transom gives access to  B-B-Q  on the starboard side. Along with a large, L-shaped sofa around the table, a reinforced interior seat on the other side of the table, and a seat further to starboard, this  cockpit , created specifically for quality relaxation and the main gathering place for all guests in the fresh air. There is also  built-in refrigerator  under the gangway that leads to the helm station, so there is no need to return to the galley for drinks. Even the teak deck is so high quality and pleasant that you want to walk like home without shoes.  Cockpit  here is another key space that plays an important role in social life on board the yacht.

The sail controls are very practical and logical, you quickly get used to the sail plan.  The key point is that the helmsman cannot adjust the sails while at the helm. All sails end on the three nearest winches - with their accompanying spinlocks mounted on the deckhouse roof in front of the helm. Literally a step away, a passage separates the winches from the helm. The helmsman needs to move slightly forward to retract the sails, and this is easily accomplished by pressing the autopilot button on the large display.  Garmin ... Alternatively, you can also ask one of the sunbathers nearby on the sun deck to be helpful for a couple of seconds.

Many beginners think that a good configuration is when the helm is on the wheelhouse, right under the winches, but this is no longer a relevant solution. as it has negative sides, such as a spaghetti-rope-flooded helm station, which is the inevitable result of many ends ending in one place. If they lead to the wheel, chances are your wheel will resemble a bird's nest. Also, it is more convenient to work with a chartplotter here. Therefore, the good news is that the winches  Astrea 42  there are many end bags to prevent this kind of mess.

Geek-sheet shoulder strap,  Installed on the cockpit roof just aft of the helm station, it helps to bring the mainsail into optimal shape. And one of the best sailing options is the boom, which is at a relatively low level. With this extended deckhouse roof, it's easy to pack the mainsail into a bag. On most catamarans equipped with lazy jacks, you need to be a gymnast to set the sails. Perhaps such maneuvers are easy for young people, but with age, they definitely do not want to deal with it.

Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42

Astrea 42  also equipped with a bowsprit for  Code Zero and Gennaker  and the handling of these sails is also a bit unusual. Sheets on the starboard side pass through a turning block at the aft end of the starboard hull and through one of the winches. Likewise, the sheets on the port side pass through the turning block, but they are fed to a self-contained electric winch aft on the port side. Again, in order to adjust everything, you will need to use the autopilot in case you are driving the boat alone, but if you have an assistant, it is very easy.  In general, the Astrea 42 control system is tailored for the comfort of the skipper, that is, the catamaran is easy to control alone.

The cockpit overhang is large enough to accommodate four  solar panels ... They help keep batteries and many electrical systems running with solar energy. But one of the best design solutions  Astrea 42  considered its wide  bathing platform ... With the help of electronics, it descends smoothly and quietly and completely immerses in the water. Firstly, it simplifies all operations with a tuzik; secondly, she won the hearts of divers, lovers of all kinds of water recreation and kids who are continuously splashing in the water, jumping into the water from the platform, and quickly rising back; thirdly, for the older generation, this means that they do not need to climb down the dangerous, telescopic ladders usually installed on the transom of the catamaran; fourthly, loading and unloading provisions, personal belongings and boarding have become even easier. Better yet, the bathing platform doubles up to hold the brine.  This solution will eliminate the installation of the davit , which is present on all catamarans. This innovative platform  Fountaine pajot  - more accurate and functional design of familiar things, which simplifies life and daily processes.

On a cruise  inconspicuous transition between cockpit and saloon  discouraging, in a good way, thanks to a fully sliding aluminum and glass door and a sliding porthole running through the entire rear of the galley. This creates a lot of air and light between the two different areas, and with the galley located aft of the saloon, serving lunches and dinners is even faster and easier and cooking is more fun.

Attention to simple everyday details is the key to the hearts of cruisers.  For example, the clever addition of a sill board to the salon, designed to collect any residual water. Yacht owners will understand the enthusiasm associated with such a trifle. Panoramic views across  large interior windows , provide an abundance of natural light and accentuate the subtle shades of the decor.

Ahead, on the port side, is  navigation post  with seat integrated into the L-shaped sofa.  U-shaped galley  has a convenient layout - a three-burner stove, double sinks, two refrigerators and a freezer. There is  long hatch , which illuminates this island until darkness, and gives  view of the mast and sails ... But what's unusual is the oven. It sits at a comfortable height - a welcome change from the low-level ovens in many galleys, where you need to take a yoga pose to check the food. In general, the salon is very cozy and homely.

Astrea 42 is available in several configurations , including three- and four-cabin versions. In a three-cabin version  Maestro , the entire starboard hull is at the owner's disposal. In the version with four cabins, there are two cabins on the starboard side, in a mirror image of the left float plan. The owner's suite has a large double bed at the stern and a very spacious bathroom with a separate shower at the bow. They are separated by a wardrobe, which also functions as a study.

Astrea 42 interior

Light materials used in the decoration  - gray carpet and upholstery, white vinyl on the ceiling, light oak furniture - everything looks very stylish. And thanks to the huge windows, the cabins are flooded with natural light until sunset. The aft cabin on the port side has a double bed with a private bathroom. The bow cabin is almost identical, although its bathroom is slightly smaller.

As for the performance,  Astrea 42  originally designed and equipped with features that give it excellent seakeeping and maneuverability. A good set of sails optimizes performance, and reverse bows are designed to maximize the length of the waterline.  The steering wheel is very responsive in all conditions.

With two 40 hp engines running at around 2200-2300 rpm (cruising speed), the Astrea does an excellent job at a comfortable 7.5 knots. Push the throttle to 3000rpm and the boost is negligible - just over a knot (8.7 knots) - definitely not worth the increase in fuel consumption.

Astrea 42 is a place to live, to relax, to party with friends and long cruises with the family.  Interiors flow smoothly into exteriors to experience this feeling of living in nature in the truest sense of the word. No house by the sea will give you this feeling of unity with nature, mobility and autonomy. All spaces are designed for easy interaction of both the crew and your guests, but at the same time there are many places on the boat where you can retire. You don't have to compromise between space and speed - that's what it is.  a new generation of cruising yachts where you will find everything you expect from a high-end travel experience.

Lagoon 42 review

Further we will consider  Lagoon 42  - catamaran model of 2016, quite spacious and versatile, especially popular with charter companies. Compared to other catamarans of the shipyard,  42nd is lighter and more convenient to operate according to many yachtsmen. For the most part, this is due to the placement of the steering post on the left side, which is designed in such a way that everything is at arm's length.

Double, two-speed  Harken electric winches  play a significant role in this. All sheets pass through clamps to these winches, so switching between halyards, reefs, boom sheet and jib sheet is quick. Especially when you leave steering to autopilot.  Sail plan with mast shifted to the stern and automatic staysail  provide confident performance. On  Lagoon 42  also have  Zero Code ... Sheets are laid down to the aft cockpit where you will find  Harken hand winches  at both sides.

A staircase leads from the helm station to the large deck on the roof of the wheelhouse. Firstly, it makes it easier to pack the mainsail into the bag along the entire length of the boom. Secondly, the boom-sheet system is installed at the aft end of the deck, so there is plenty of scope for adjusting the sail shape, and the sheets lead to the helm station. Thirdly,  wheelhouse roof  provides additional space for sunbathing. A channel is installed along the edges of the deckhouse roof to drain rainwater directly into the water tanks. A smart enough decision.

Steering post  closes completely in bad weather, and the hardtop has a window above the helm with a view of the mast. Lack of an external helm station  Lagoon 42  is that, at the helm, you do not have a complete understanding of the dimensions of the catamaran. The port side is perfectly visible, but ahead,  the starboard side is mostly out of sight  and control, although the feed on both sides is clearly visible.

At the bottom  in cockpit  everything is arranged for the rest and entertainment of a large company. There is no shortage of sofas here, and the table is designed for outdoor dining for 6-8 guests. As with most catamarans,  cockpit and saloon are located on the same level so the space flows imperceptibly, especially when the large sliding door separating the two zones is fully open. And when you feel like chilling, just a few steps down to the large landing platforms aft of each hull. The cockpit is also equipped with  built-in refrigerator  with a drawer, so stocks of cold drinks are just a few steps away.  Dinghy  is mounted between the floats, on the aft crossbeam in the cockpit.  Lagoon 42 davit structure  is a one-piece design.  Dinghy  goes down and up with one rope.

Lagoon 42  available in three-cabin version  Maestro  and a four-cabin  charter version ... Traditionally, in the three-cabin version, one float is occupied by a spacious  master cabin  with a large island double bed aft and a very large bathroom in the bow. The bathroom has a separate shower and an electric toilet - a common luxury on a catamaran. Between the cabin and the bathroom is a dressing room with a dressing table or writing table, surrounded by a sofa, with shelves, full-length wardrobes, drawers and cupboards built into the bulkheads. An interesting door system separates the master cabin from the saloon. Most catamarans have a staircase that leads from the saloon to the cabin. On  Lagoon 42  a sliding door has been installed for complete privacy.

Lagoon 42 interior

Opposite, in the hull on the port side, the more traditional layout is two cabins, each with a bathroom.  Aft cabin  larger and has a separate shower.  Bow cabin  with a smaller bed and a one-piece combined bathroom with pull-out shower in the washbasin, more suitable for children. Air conditioning on the boat - and the choice of cabin configuration can be changed according to personal preference.

Centerpiece  in the cabin  there is a large table with voluminous sofas, which can easily accommodate 8 guests.  Separate galley  extends across the entire width of the passenger compartment and is separated by a sliding door. On the port side there is a sofa, separate refrigerator (front loading) and freezer (top loading), and hanging cupboards. On the starboard side there is one sink, a three-burner stove and a separate oven. A microwave oven is installed on the opposite bulkhead.

Navigation post  equipped in the bow of the passenger compartment on the starboard side, and large windows offer 360 ° panoramic views. In bad weather, you are likely to operate the yacht from this nautical post. It's nice to have a good view outside of the chartplotter. However, the best part of the nav post is the small  FOB (Free On Board) which allows you to adjust the autopilot heading with a few clicks of your finger.

Tested  Lagoon 42  equipped with two engines  Yanmar  57 hp, but standard options include 45 hp engines. They are coupled to a three-bladed folding propeller, and at cruising speed (2800 rpm) the catamaran reaches about 8 knots.  The yacht is generally heavy due to the interior and equipment, but quite pleasant to sail.  You need to understand that if performance is important to you, in addition to a comfortable home,  Lagoon 42  Is a spacious house on the water, a good option for life, for a charter, but he is not a conqueror of the oceans.

Bali 4.3 Review

43-foot catamaran Bali 4.3 who builds the shipyard  Catana catamarans is most focused on maximizing space on both upper and lower decks.  Catana  - these are catamarans with an emphasis on performance, brand  Bali  -  these are catamarans for charter They are large, heavy, built with an emphasis on the comfort of interior spaces and decks. Inside, everything is arranged literally like in a house on land, heating, air conditioning, a standard home refrigerator, a microwave oven. Naturally, carrying all of this equipment is still a task, not to mention wasting energy.

However, to preserve performance characteristics, the designers designed the hulls flared towards the cheekbones just above the waterline to keep the underwater sections narrow and efficient. It also provides ample additional buoyancy, which is an important feature for a boat with a one-piece bow as  Bali 4.3 ... Between the bows of the catamaran, the designers decided to install  sundeck instead of mesh .

On  Bali 4.3  installed two diesel engines  Kubota which mate with saildrives at their front ends, providing good access for servicing the engines. In fact, you can go down into the compartment and reach any surface of the engine.  Shipyard   Catana  has a reputation as a quality builder, and although the lineup  Bali  does not use carbon fiber reinforcement, lightweight laminate partitions, dagger boards and other performance enhancers that boats are known for  Catana  for individual orders (in order to reduce costs), catamarans  Bali  have a place to be.

Hulls and superstructure  built using vacuum infusion to provide a light yet rigid lay-up. Installing a flybridge on a boat of this size requires a high boom and a small mainsail, so the staysail is a significant source of energy when sailing.

Probably the biggest thing  Bali 4.3  is an  main deck layout ... Simply put, it is huge  open plan platform which is not found on other yachts of this size. This is a houseboat with sails. The centerpiece of this concept is  "Garage door" , a movable bulkhead covering the aft end of the cabin, which is raised electronically overhead, creating a large open space in fine weather. If the weather is getting worse or you need more privacy, just press the button and lower the bulkhead. The bulkhead has windows and a door, but now you have  closed wheelhouse boat ... This is a combined version of the saloon and cockpit from  Bali catamarans .

An opening molded in the saloon roof serves as a handrail, so driving on the side decks seems safe. However, the boat does need an extra handrail between the front of the saloon roof and the bow cockpit. Taking a few steps up from the main deck, you will find yourself on  flybridge.  Here it is  control post  with a soft comfortable skipper chair, sunbathing area and solar panels.

Three-cabin version  includes a lot of living space for owners in its own building, which resembles a compact city apartment. The two guest cabins in the hull on the starboard side are typical in size for such a boat. There is also a charter version with four cabins.  In charter version  each cabin is equipped with a separate bathroom.  Forward cabins  closer,  fodder  more spacious.

The configuration the shipyard calls  "Loft"  continues on the main deck where there is an unusual division of space  galley , with a stove and sink located forward and a household refrigerator and microwave to starboard toward the stern. For parties in particular, this layout makes sense as the cooking is separate from the area where you prepare the drinks. At the very end of the cabin, in the bow, everything is literally glazed, and the large central panel is lowered and raised on pneumatic lifts in the bulkhead. This, in turn, makes it easy to serve refreshing drinks to the sundeck from the salon.

Moving along the boat, you understand what niche this cat occupies in the market.  Exploring areas such as the Bahamas and the Caribbean must be delightful. However, while these huge windows and doors provide excellent visibility and a sense of space, they can be a hindrance in stormy conditions, and in general are dangerous on the high seas.

While testing the boat, the mainsail was installed and the spinnaker deployed in a true wind of 6 to 7 knots, and the boat speed reached just over 5 knots, which is quite decent. Unfortunately,  steering felt tight and imprecise and it was getting harder and harder to walk with the wind. There were even moments under load when  steering system  tied to a point where it was impossible to maintain an accurate course. In addition, there were problems with the adjustment of the staysail.  Solent and the staysail sheet winches were incorrectly installed and therefore difficult to use. Above 8 knots, the engines rotated at 2500 rpm, giving a noise level of 75 dBA in the cabin. The combination of engine and propeller is clearly sufficient for the boat.

Bali Test Drive 4.3

Bali 4.3  Is definitely a unique vessel with a fundamentally new concept in the field of living quarters. A charter in warm calm waters will feel like a hotel. But if you are a connoisseur of yachting, quality performance, buy a yacht for long trips with your family, if reliability and safety are important to you, this catamaran belongs to a different category. In truth, kats  Bali , even in the charter industry, is far from the most popular choice. On the same interior decoration, the shipyard saves a lot by using a lot of plastic.

Astrea 42 and Lagoon 42   - this is a completely different level of quality.  These are the two strongest players, although there are differences between them:  Lagoon   widely used by charter fleets , and uses cheaper materials and some equipment;  Fountaine Pajot are luxury catamarans , they are still considered a step higher in quality. The difference is in the details, for example  Lagoon  sets aluminum ducks,  FP  uses stainless steel, better hatches, wiring, finishes. The shipyard does not take risks, does not add extra centimeters to the width, balancing between performance and comfort, they just intelligently configure the space inside and out. Optionally, there are a lot of interesting functions and equipment, everything is functionally thought out.  Lagoon 42  more inflated catamaran, respectively heavier and slower compared to Astraea, but of high quality and comfortable.

In 2017, the Lagoon 42 was named the best multihull in the USA, this year the Astrea 42 was named the best multihull yacht in France and Europe. After the official presentation of this model, even before the first awards and nominations, the shipyard received such a number of orders that the delivery times have already exceeded 2021 at the moment, statistics that speak for themselves.

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42ft Catamaran Models Comparisons

We compare the specifications, dimensions, sail area, and pricing on the most popular 42ft catamarans in 2020. The Lagoon 42 , Bali 4.2 , FP Astrea 42 , and Leopard 42 are within a similar price range and dimensions, but there are major differences. Let’s compare apples to apples to see how the match up.

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• The Bali 4.2 has all the popular and successful trademarks expected of the Bali catamaran range. It has the huge open platform which provides a convertible indoor/outdoor living space using tilting “garage door” that lifts up into the ceiling. The convertible door is a unique feature on the Bali. When open, it look like a much bigger catamaran. The Bali 4.2 also features a door in the front of the salon that opens up onto the expansive forward cockpit. With the 4.2 Bali has adopted the newer trend of “Jack & Jill” bathrooms in the 4-cabin version which creates more space in the cabins. The big American-style refrigerator is another popular feature especially for families and liveaboards.
• The Lagoon 42 is one of the most popular models for cruising couples. She is a beefy and a very comfortable liveaboard catamaran with an oversized cockpit. The mast is centered in the salon which could be a deal breaker for some, but considering how many L42s we have sold, it does not seem to bother the people who own and adore them. The galley lacks storage, but there is space available to add cabinets and baskets. The cabins are ample with island beds and plenty of storage, particularly the owner’s cabin. It features the “Jack & Jill” bathrooms in the 4-cabin version, a great use of space.
• The Leopard 42 features all the popular and successful trademarks of the hugely successful Leopard 50. Like its big sister, it features the opening door to an intimate forward cockpit. The semi-raised helm station and “upper lounge area” is a very well done and a great feature for cruisers. It is luxuriously finished and all bunks are island berths that allow access from both sides. The forward-facing galley is well-designed.
• The Fountaine Pajot Astréa 42 is plush and comfortable catamaran with a well-appointed galley and sliding doors that open the salon up to the very big cockpit. The cabins are a nicely sized and spacious with island beds.

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The Bali 4.2 and Leopard 42 models are brand new and not actually built yet while the Lagoon 42 and FP Astrea 42 models have been around for a few years now and both are very popular models for cruising couples. So how will the two newbies stack up?

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I have two specs that I would like to see on all four of these. The first is holding tank capacity. I find the holding tank capacity on most boats insufficient for live aboards. The other is air draft. The 42 foot and below range are ones that in the Southern US we have bridge anxiety. I would like to know if any of these have an ICW friendly mast option and what the height is.

Jay thank you for the comments! They are all good questions. We will have a good spec sheet and hopefully all the answers you may have during our Zoom Bali discussion on August 27th. Join our newsletter to receive a notice about the Zoom discussion in your mailbox.

Thanks for the comparison chart… It’s a great start!

In addition to Jay’s request… I would like to see some sort of price/performance/construction comparison too.

I’ve been a mono-hull sailor and live-aboard all of my life, but really am a novice with catamarans. I’m fairly familiar with the Leopard 44, having chartered them several times and really like them. I’m anxious to find out about what else is out there so I can make the best decision possible for my next boat. I’m really interested in a cat because I feel like I can sail a catamaran further into my later years then a mono hull.

Ron, I suggest you join the Bali Discussion if you can on the 27th of August [2020] on Zoom. Many of these questions will be answered during that discussion. As regards to your question about “price/performance/construction comparison” – I am not too sure what you want to know. I have added base prices in the comparison charts for all the models. The weight vs sail area (power) has some impact of course but for hulls of similar water length and hull shapes as these models have, performance for all four models will be similar, give or take a knot or so.

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ERA | 2022 Lagoon 42

ERA | Lagoon 42 42ft

€ 540,000.

Zvonimir Kalinic

 Office: +1 215 508-2704   Mobile: +385 95 849 8009   [email protected]

BROKERS COMMENT: "THIS MUST BE THE NO.1 CHOICE IF ANYONE IS LOOKING FOR BETTER THAN NEW 42"

Overview : ERA, this 2022 Lagoon 42 Owner's Version is an exceptional opportunity for anyone looking to step into a well-maintained, fully equipped cruising catamaran. Never chartered and meticulously cared for by her Swiss owners, this vessel is presented in pristine condition and is ready for her next adventure. She was lightly used during the summers and has ONLY 450 working hours on her engines.

Boat comes factory debugged, she has been stored on dry every winter, meticulously serviced.

Key Features :

• Engine and Performance : Powered by twin upgraded 57HP Yanmar 4JH57 engines with folding props with ONLY around 450 working hours. Regularly serviced by Yanmar technicians according to the manufacturer's schedule.
• Solar Power : Custom-built solar arch with 2,540W solar capacity, combined with marine-grade LiFePO4 batteries (1,030Ah total) and a Victron power management system, providing uninterrupted 220V power for all onboard systems, including an induction cooktop and portable air conditioning unit.
• Water Maker : A 100 LPH 12V water maker, professionally installed
• Comfort and Safety : Features include a Highfield tender with a 20HP Honda outboard, B&G Halo 24 radar for superior navigation, and extensive safety equipment including an under-service life raft, multiple fire extinguishers, and CO2 detectors.
• Sail Inventory : Includes a custom-made 93m Code 0 sail with a UV cover, self-tacking jib, and an electric winch at the helm for easy sail handling.
• Interior : Three spacious cabins with double berths, two electric flush heads, and a fully equipped galley with a gas stove and oven, induction stove and plenty of storage. The owners suite features additional custom storage cabinets.
• Recent Upgrades: Fresh Nautix A88 anti-fouling paint applied in April 2024
• Batteries - Engine batteries standard, Service batteries Marine Grade LiFePO4 (1030Ah - SOG 12V LiFePO4 cells, 5x206Ah, located in the starboard engine compartment)
• Inverter Victron Multihplus II, 3000W, Multiplus II 12/3000W 220V, SmartShunt 500A, GX Touch 50, Cerbo GX
• Shore power cable and various adaptors
• Watermaker - SIMPLEWATER 12V, 100lph, serviced and pickled
• Washing machine, 220V 7kg
• Heater portable 220V
• Electronics full B&G package:

Log, Wind instruments, Chart plotter, Radar B&G Halo24, GPS, AIS

• Starlink RV (subscription can be transferred)
• Hot water capacity: 60l
• SAILS: Factory fully battened 3 reef Main sail and Furling self tacking jib from Incidence, original.
• Custom made 93 square m Code 0 with furler
• Lazy bags and Lazy jacks
• ALL SAILS are inspected and stored
• Rigging was professionally inspected and tuned at the end of 2023
• Standard safety equipment including Epirb, first aid, Flares, fire extinguishers (2XCO2, 3X FOAM), fire blankets, first aid kit, CO2 detectors in all cabins and one central CO2 detector
• ANCHOR VIKING 20kg with 80 meters of chain and 20m rope (one of the best money can buy for this size of cat), spare anchor Delta 20kg, electric windlass (quick)
• Fresh water high pressure water pump in anchor locker
• Deck shower, hot and cold water at the starboard sugarscoops
• Winter cover, bimini cover
• 11 Fenders in various sizes
• Delongi Dinamica coffee automatic machine (fully automatic)
• Bread baking machine
• Weather station
• All beds have the optional planked ventilation flooring
• Fridge and Freezer (with digital thermostats)
• Shade covers for cockpit
• Large shade cover for trampoline
• 2 folding bikes with locks
• Various cushions in UV resistant materials
• Electrical vacuum cleaner
• Water cooker (Tefal)
• Galley equipment (utensils, cutlery..etc)
• DINGHY HIGHFIELD CL 340 with 20hp HONDA outboard
• Abundancy of 220V plugs around the boat
• Lagoon CARBON FIBER gangway

Additional Features :

• Starlink satellite internet installed, perfect for remote working or staying connected at sea.
• Extensive spares and tools included, along with two folding bikes, a paddleboard, and a full cockpit enclosure for colder weather.

Condition : This Lagoon 42 has been stored on the hard every winter, with all maintenance up to date. The yacht is in outstanding condition, with the light use of guest berths and careful attention to every detail.

Viewing : The yacht is currently located in Tivat, Montenegro, with closest international airports Tivat, Podgorica or Dubrovnik.

Dont miss this chance to own a beautifully maintained, ready-to-cruise Lagoon 42. Contact us today for more information or to arrange a viewing.

Specifications

• Length: 42ft
• Builder: CNB
• Beam: 25' 3"
• Draft: 4' 0"
• Hull: Fiberglass
• Status: Active

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• Keel: Other

MEASUREMENTS

• Length Overall: 42 ft
• Max Draft: 4' 0"
• Bridge Clearance Measure: 67' 9"
• Beam Measure: 25' 3"
• Total Power: 114
• Engine Brand: Yanmar
• Engine Model: 4JH57
• Engine Type: Inboard
• Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
• Engine Power: 57 hp
• Fresh Water Tanks: 1 (79 Gallons)
• Fuel Tanks: 1 (79 Gallons)

Accommodations

• Number of cabins: 3
• Number of heads: 3

Manufacturer Provided Description

A SLEEK, MODERN DESIGN. This new member of the Lagoon family has style and a strong personality. While keeping a family resemblance and retaining the main features of the latest generation of Lagoons, it shows us a new path: unhurried evolution, a new “organic” approach, in search of harmony between living space and man. An elegant silhouette, flowing curves which, by virtue of a noticeable acceleration of the lines in the bows and in the new coachroof design, emphasise the powerful and dynamic nature of this new model A VPLP design naturally, a guarantee of performance under sail!

A COSY COCKPIT, WITH SMOOTH, ELEGANT CURVES – a single level from the aft platform to the saloon: a structural “revolution”, – entirely new ergonomics that ensure excellent use of space and ease of circulation on board, – a large glazed door that occupies the entire width of the coachroof, and provides access to the unparalleled internal volumes. – The suspended steps at the transom provide a whole new perception of the boat: a continuous, wide and inviting platform, worthy of a large vessel.

AN INGENIOUS DECK LAYOUT The mast moved further aft and the self-tacking jib, a guarantee of performance under sail and ease of handling, provide the ability to bring all operations together in one place.

AN ERGONOMIC HELMING STATION At the coachroof bulkhead, offering many advantages:direct communication between the cockpit and saloon, improved circulation, forward and aft of the helming station, direct access to the coachroof for easier access to the boom, a composite bimini with a sliding panel to ensure a good view of the sails,a closure panel or helming station safety when under way.

ACCOMODATIONS 3 or 4 double cabins and what cabins! Island double beds for the aft cabins and beds with side access for the forward cabins, the aft cabins benefit from a bathroom with a separate shower, very large windows in the cabins offer excellent illumination and magnificent views of the surroundings, the vertical glazing in the coachroof provides saloon illumination: a well-lit, comfortable environment that is perfectly balanced between the galley and saloon areas, the U-shaped galley, fully fitted with broad work surfaces and extensive storage space, is oriented towards the external cockpit. The attention devoted to detail and the use of the volumes make this new interior a unique and enjoyable living space.

Disclaimer The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

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1993 | 42' Lagoon Sailboat for Sale

1993 lagoon, 42' (12.95m) -, $30,000 price reduction for a buyer to install two new engines, plus a new a/c compressor plus a new watermaker call for details newer standing rigging and sails catch the sailing video below endless summer is conveniently located in miami this vintage lagoon is icw friendly with a 63' bridge clearance starboard engine has only 500 hours since rebuild in 2019 another great feature of this boat is that it is a shaft drive this 4 cabin boat has the forward port cabin converted into a large pantry, making for a great port owner's hull, with a queen cabin, head, galley and huge pantry forward first introduced in 1991, the lagoon 42 is a boat of the style, build and layout quality that accelerated the popularity of the cruising catamaran in the usa. the lagoon 42's were made by tpi (pearson in rhode island) with their state-of-the-art resin infusion process, and designed by the innovative french naval architects marc van peteghem and vincent lauriot prevost (jeanneau). the optimized hull construction using balsa and vinyl ester resin saves weight, which improves performance and sea-keeping. you will also never see a blister on these boats with striking good looks the catamaran received a lot of attention at her introduction to the market. accentuated curves of the bridge deck cabin give the design panache as well as keeping the windage low and allowing her to point higher when close hauled. as planned, many lagoon 42's were sold into the charter market, yet the boat is much more than just a party platform. she is a thorough blue water cruiser with excellent seakeeping, handles easily, points well and can cruise at high average speeds in comfort. awarded sailing multi-hull and overall boat of the year 1991 by sailing world magazine. "endless summer" is ready to resume blue water cruising she has new trampolines, 1993 perkins engines rebuilt in 2019, and enough solar and batteries to keep the autopilot and the fridge going through the night this is a well-cared-for boat. boat manual available.

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LOA: 42' 6" (12.95 Meters)

Type: Sail - Used

Beam: 23' 6"

Bridge Clearance: 65' 0"

Draft Max: 4' 6"

Draft Min: ' "

Maximum Speed: Knots

Cruise Speed: 7 Knots

Fuel Type: Diesel

Hull Material: Fiberglass

Fuel Tank: 40 Gallons ( Liters)

Fresh Water: Gallons ( Liters)

Holding Tank: 30 Gallons ( Liters)

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• Engine Make: PERKINS
• Engine Model: M30 (Rebuilt 2019)
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• Engine Type: Inboard
• Drive Type:
• Power HP: 30.00
• Hours: 500.00

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