Please select your home edition
Edition
A+T Instruments 2024 Leaderboard

Makaira Boats launches the new model - the Makaira Gen3 770

by Makaira Boats 16 Oct 2024 04:34 BST 17-20 October 2024
Makaira Gen3 770 © Makaira Boats

The newly launched Makaira Gen3 770 is a tough, offshore vessel designed specifically for the Australian market.

With a beam of 2.5 meters and weighing in at 2900 kg, this model upholds the soft and quiet ride that Makaira's are known for. its robust build ensures it can handle the rugged conditions often encountered in Australian waters, while its design provides comfort and efficiency.

The first makaira gen3 770 was ordered by George, a keen fishermen from Melbourne. This boat will be showcased at the Melbourne boat show from October 17 to 20 (stand 61), giving visitors the opportunity to see the first 770 up close.

For George, owning the Makaira Gen3 770 meant fulfilling a lifelong dream of catching a New Zealand yellowtail kingfish. as part of the Makaira experience, he got to take his boat on a maiden voyage in New Zealand before it was shipped to Australia. During the trip, George and his son successfully caught their dream fish, making the experience even more unforgettable.

Related Articles

DF95 Spring Series Event 4 at Barton's Point
The forecast 9kts dropping to 0-1kt proved accurate The forecast 9kts dropping to 0-1kt proved accurate, but the tree free banks of the coastal park allowed 12 races to be completed. Of the 14 skippers there 12 competed, with Ralph Wilkinson as RO and Rob Owens as observer. Posted on 25 Apr
Transat Paprec Day 6
A high-tension weekend At sea for six days, the competitors have already completed a quarter of the Transat Paprec course. After crossing the Bay of Biscay, rounding Cape Finisterre, and sailing down the Portuguese coast, the fleet has now stretched out. Posted on 25 Apr
56th Semaine Olympique Française de Hyères day 5
Israel deny China triple gold On a day of high pressure - in all senses - and drama in all the Medal series, team power and individual brilliance produced some of the closest board Finals in Hyères history. Posted on 25 Apr
French Open Skiff won by RS500
Emma and Luke McEwen switch roles and class, and take the victory Right at the start of their first season in the RS500, and with a switch of roles in the boat, Emma and Luke McEwen have won the prestigious French Open Skiff event at Lac du Der. Posted on 25 Apr
Sled looking to avoid 2024's late season slide
As the 52 Super Series starts next week in Saint-Tropez Fourth overall last season, 2024 and fourth also on 2022's final standings, fifth in 2023 Takashi Okura's USA flagged Sled team start 2025 looking to find the small percentage gains here and there. Posted on 25 Apr
Smarter at the Dock, Safer at Sea
How Upgrades Are Changing Cruising The service being offered by yacht manufacturers leaps forward every year - responding to a market which demands the highest quality in every aspect. Posted on 25 Apr
2025 O'pen Skiff North American "Un-Regatta
More than seventy junior sailors from as far as Switzerland traveled to Pensacola More than seventy junior sailors from as far as Switzerland traveled to Pensacola Yacht Club to experience the O'pen Skiff "Un-Regatta" vibe. Posted on 25 Apr
Transatlantic Race 2025 Preview
A North Atlantic adventure like no other The Transatlantic Race 2025 from the East Coast of the United States to the shores of the United Kingdom stands as one of sailing's most time-honored and demanding challenges. Posted on 25 Apr
A+T Instruments 10th Anniversary Celebrations
"We set out to make the World's Best Yacht Instruments" Globally recognised yacht instruments company A+T Instruments is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year after a decade of successful growth by pushing the boundaries of quality and customer service. Posted on 25 Apr
Contessa 32 2025 Racing Season Preview
The evergreen modern classic continues to attract significant numbers The evergreen modern classic, the Contessa 32, continues to attract significant numbers to one design class racing in the Solent. Posted on 25 Apr