way when not deployed. It’s a sensible
option for local conditions.
The new model includes the most
popular features of the previous 30
and 34 and also considers ideas from
owners and dealers. Part of the design
process was to raise the cockpit sole
50mm to create a single level flowing
through to the helm. Details like
this make a difference, especially in
a smaller cruiser where optimising
available space and easy movement is
paramount. The saloon boasts a wide
opening with drop-down curtains to
close it off.THE FINISH
An almost continuous circle of
windows surrounds the cabin and an
abundance of crisp white fibreglass
mouldings highlight the cherry timber
features and blue upholstery for a
well-lit and cheery interior. Cheery
cherry if you like. It’s a well-executed
mix of traditional and modern that isimmediately engaging.
Along the starboard side, the galley
is set into a long bench with white
Corian top and numerous beautifully
dovetailed timber drawers. Equipment
is basic, but includes a two-burner
Kenyon electric cooktop, convection
microwave, drawer-style Vitrifrigo
fridge and a deep stainless steel sink,
while a second fridge is located under
a companion chair. An optional
genset takes over from the engine or
shorepower to run appliances when
anchored.
The raised lounge opposite takes
greater advantage of the views and can
be configured with a variety of seating
and table arrangements to cater for
up to six guests or a more intimate
and roomy café style with two high-
gloss maple and cherry tables. The
setting also converts to an occasional
double bed, and the forward lounge
flips to form a forward-facing double
companion chair.“While styling
resemblances
to an actual
Downeast
lobster boat
have passed
into this latest
iteration of
the brand,the
new32isa
far cry from
the original
utilitarian
workhorse”
76 tradeaboat.com.au