DUFOUR 41
The latest launch from French manufacturer Dufour is the 41. Like all of its recent launches she comes from the drawing board of Umberto Felci and the boat is particularly notable for its impressive volume. Despite measuring in at 39’3”, the boat manages to shoehorn in three cabins and three ensuite heads. Not a bad achievement. All this is done by giving the boat generous beam (4.3m/14’ to be precise) carried well aft. This beam is the same as on its much larger Dufour 430. Couple this with relatively full bow lines – at least above the waterline – and you have a recipe for high volume. Aside from this, the 41 looks like a classic Felci design – dramatic on the water with a decently dimensioned rig. As mentioned, the classic layout will feature twin aft cabins with ensuite heads, plus a large master forward also with ensuite.
BOAT SHOW PREVIEWS
If you’re in the market for a new boat, then you’re going to need to get out there and cast your eye over a few, and this is definitely the time to do it, with Southampton International Boat Show and Cannes both taking place in early September followed by the Genoa Boat Show in case you missed out. Here’s a bit more information about what to expect at the forthcoming shows.
Cannes Yachting Festival
When: 12-17 September
Where: Cannes on the Cote d’Azur. The show is split between the Vieux Port, which caters for motorboats and superyachts, and Port Canto, a two minute ferry ride or 15 minute walk to the east of the town
If you’re coming from the UK then
