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Release Boatworks’ First 43′ Gameboat

April 11, 2022 By InTheBite Digital Editor

The 43’ Release Boatworks Gameboat is for the boat owner who values compact maneuverability paired with a large cockpit and spacious sleeping accommodations. This family-friendly battlewagon combines Release Boatworks’ classically engineered seaworthy hull with lofty accommodations below for overnight trips, as well as a highly fishable cockpit and clean wake for chasing pelagics offshore.

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Filed Under: Boats, Brokerage, Builders, General News, News Tagged With: boat for sale, fishing boat, Game boat, new boat, release boatworks

New 72′ Bayliss Old Reliable—Fly Fishing Tools

November 1, 2021 By InTheBite Digital Editor

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Step aboard the 72-foot Bayliss Old Reliable with a private tour from Smith as he takes us around his new boat, which splashed in July of 2021. The custom-built craft was specifically designed for chasing billfish on fly and was recently prepped for a multi-year Pacific tour.

And the day before Old Reliable shipped out, Nick Smith and Capt. Chip Shafer provided InTheBite with a guided walk-through to talk about the boat’s personal touches and offshore capabilities. It is rare to see a boat so personally customized for one goal and that is chasing and catching billfish on fly.

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Filed Under: Boats, Brokerage, Featured Stories, News Tagged With: Bayliss Boatworks, fishing boat, new boat, Offshore Fishing, sportfisher, sportfishing boat

​​Galati Yacht Sales Expands Operations to the West Coast

October 12, 2021 By InTheBite Digital Editor

viking yachts

Galati Yachts Sales expands to West Coast by Assuming the Viking® Yachts and Valhalla Boatworks® Brands from Stan Miller Yachts. Pictured here are a Viking Yachts 80 Skybridge and Valhalla Boatworks v-41 in Cabo, Mexico

Anna Maria, Fla. – Oct. 11, 2021—Galati Yacht Sales (GYS), one of the largest privately held yacht dealerships in the world, will be assuming the Viking® Yachts and Valhalla® Brands from Stan Miller Yachts, the current authorized Viking Yachts and Valhalla dealer on the West Coast.

This acquisition expands Galati Yacht Sales’ current operations to 15 locations serving the entire Gulf of Mexico (Florida, Alabama, Texas), Mexico and Costa Rica to the Western U.S., including California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Hawaii. With the acquisition, GYS brings their award-winning, customer-centric, Viking Yachts, Valhalla Boatworks and worldwide brokerage programs to the West Coast.

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Filed Under: Boats, Brokerage, Builders, General News, Gulf of Mexico, News, Press Releases Tagged With: boat building, Galati Yacht Sales, Valhalla Boatworks, Viking Yachts

Valhalla Boatworks: Complete Fleet at FLIBS

October 6, 2021 By InTheBite Digital Editor

Valhalla Boatworks will have all four V Series center consoles on display at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Oct. 27-31, led by this Kingston Grey V-46 with quad Mercury 450Rs. The flagship of the fleet, the Valhalla 46 has quickly established itself as the new premier high-performance luxury center console from 45 to 50 feet.

The deck layout stresses freedom of movement and 360-degree fishability while still providing a high level of seating comfort. The console is home to an expansive lounge (with a soothing leg-elevating design) as well as a two-person seat. Moving forward, you have port and starboard bench seats that can also be used as lounges thanks to their Release Marine teak backrests. The upholstery is top-shelf, featuring custom shades of grey and white along with Diamond/Bentley stitching.

The V-46’s helm is unrivaled in this market segment, especially when it comes to visibility, operator ergonomics and aesthetic design. With its significant size, the Valhalla 46 has ample room for two rows of seating under the custom hardtop. The Release Marine teak helm chairs (with individual armrests and folding bolsters) have been a huge hit with owners.

The cockpit is yet another area where seating versatility and fishing prowess are highly evident, with aft-facing mezzanine seating providing the perfect location to take in the fishing action while staying clear of the anglers. A pair of seats flanking the dual 54-gallon transom live wells can quickly be folded up to maximize deck space.

The comfort continues inside the console, which boasts air conditioning, excellent headroom (6’7”), abundant natural light and a galley with all the conveniences you’ll need to whip up a meal for family or friends. The dinette converts into a queen-size berth, and there’s a 32-inch HD TV on the forward bulkhead.

The V-46’s walk-in machinery room stands out as a ground-breaking engineering and design development in the center console market, keeping mechanical and electrical systems protected in one well-lit, easily accessible location.
An evolution of Viking excellence, Valhalla Boatworks consists of the V-33, V-37, V-41 and V-46. For more on the V Series, please contact your authorized Valhalla Boatworks dealer.

Filed Under: Boats, Brokerage, General News, News, Press Releases Tagged With: FLIBS, fort lauderdale international boat show, sportfishing boats, Valhalla Boatworks

DH Yacht Sales and Vilano Boatworks Announce Exclusive Partnership

July 13, 2021 By InTheBite Digital Editor

Million dollar luxury fishing boat crashing through the ocean off the coast of South Carolina.

DH Yachts Sales and Vilano Boatworks, both headquartered in Florida, have developed a partnership that establishes DH Yacht Sales as the exclusive listing and brokerage company for the custom sportfish boat builder. 

Vilano Boatworks is bringing something different to the boating world in the form of a new 65′ Sportfish with design and engineering by in-house Naval Architect Erwin Gerards. The jig-built composite boat features Caterpillar engines and has a projected splash date of May 2022. Performance will be in the 40kt cruise with a top speed approaching 50kts.

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Filed Under: Boats, Brokerage, Builders, General News, News Tagged With: boat builder, boat sales, dh yacht sales, vilano boatworks

Valhalla Boat Sales Becomes Exclusive Dealer of Sportsman Boats

July 1, 2021 By InTheBite Digital Editor

New Gretna, New Jersey, July 1, 2021—Valhalla Boats Sales (VBS) is proud to announce it has become the exclusive dealer of Sportsman Boats for central and northern New Jersey as well as Palm Beach County, Florida, expanding its saltwater outboard offerings in both boat type and price point. 

“We’re extremely excited to become a partner with Sportsman, which is one of the fastest-growing and most respected builders of family center consoles in the industry,” says Pat Healey, President and CEO of Viking Yachts, the parent company of Valhalla Boat Sales. “They have a great team that’s committed, focused and experienced.”

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Filed Under: Boats, Brokerage, General News, News Tagged With: boat bockerage, outhboards, sportsman boats, Valhalla Boatworks

Showcase: Viking, Valhalla VIP Boat Show

February 1, 2021 By InTheBite Digital Editor

The Viking and Valhalla VIP Boat Show kicked off with pre-show sea trials on the new V-46 center console. The line-up included the 54 Convertible, the Viking 68 demo, the 46 Billfish and the 80 Sky Bridge.

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Photo courtesy Viking Yachts
54 viking convertible
Photo courtesy Viking Yachts
valhalla 46
Photo courtesy Viking Yachts

viking 68 demo
Photo courtesy Viking Yachts
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Photo courtesy Viking Yachts

 

Filed Under: Boats, Brokerage, News, Press Releases Tagged With: boat show, new boats, Valhalla Boatworks, viking vip boat show, Viking Yachts

A First Look at the New Hulls from Bertram Yachts

February 1, 2021 By InTheBite Digital Editor

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28CC Hull #1

OUT OF THE MOLD

They don’t get any newer than this. Freshly popped out of the mold and looking like it’s ready to meet the water already.

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28XC Design Update

THE FIRST LOOK

These are the newest and just about the final drawings. Next step is to approve the tooling to start.

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39CC Hull #2

NEW LOOK FOR THE COCKPIT

Hull #1 for the 39’s had upgraded (2x 60) live wells, here’s a chance to see how the 39 cockpit looks with a folding seat in front of the two 40-gallon wells instead.

Bonus, watch hull #1 in action during our latest sea trail off Palm Beach.

Reminder… it’s a 360 video, so you can scroll around

Bertram 39CC Palm Beach

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35 Flybridge Hull #__

Coming Spring 2021

Bertram’s latest addition to the 35’s, this beauty will be delivered this spring with a fresh new color scheme that matches the season and is sure to turn some heads.

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50 Express Hull #2

Tower

Sure, she hasn’t had her hair done yet and isn’t quite ready for a photo shoot, but you can finally have a look at a 50 with a tower. Now that’s just plain cool.

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61 Convertible Hull #??

Spiral Stairwell

The Bertram engineers measure, lay it into CAD, mock it up, and then cut. The team is working out the details on the new bridge spiral stairwell to the bridge on the next 61.

Filed Under: Boats, Brokerage, Featured Stories Tagged With: 50 expres hull, 61 convertible hull, Bertram, bertram 28xc, new boats

Albemarle and Spencer Form Partnership for New 53-Footer

November 3, 2020 By InTheBite Digital Editor

Prior to the opening of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Albemarle Boats and Spencer Sportfish announced a newly formed partnership between the two companies. The businesses held a special event this morning that was attended by the media, the Albemarle dealer network, and several of their key vendors.

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Filed Under: Boats, Brokerage, Featured Stories Tagged With: 53 Spencer Edition, Albemarle Boats, fort lauderdale international boat show, Spencer Yachts

Featured Listing: 2009 60′ Hatteras “Dirt Pit”

June 4, 2020 By InTheBite Editor

60 Hatteras floating on ocean

Boat Name: Dirt Pit
Make/Year: 2009 60′ Hatteras

Asking $1,575,000.00

About: The most complete 60ft sportfish on the market! This particular 60, 60C218 was built specifically under the direction of a veteran owner’s understanding of exactly what the full requirements are in sportfishing and sport cruising. From the custom helm and cockpit to the 3 stateroom/3 head layout, the attention to extended cruising and fishing details were on the mark. Maintained impeccably by a veteran full-time captain, this 60 is still unmatched in its construction and constant first class condition.

60 Hatteras running

Vessel Walkthrough

Featuring a blend of masculine battlewagon with warmth and style. Upon entering the spacious salon and galley, the deep rich high gloss cherry walls, the solid granite surfaces and subtle sofa and dinette just speaks volumes. Supported with 3 staterooms below, it’s ideal for owners and friends to experience the best in its class… even while cruising at 32+ knots!

60 Hatteras salon

Salon

Remarkable high gloss cherry wood expertly crafted throughout! Enjoy the large L-shaped custom sofa with storage, L-shaped dinette and spacious galley with huge drawers.

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Galley and Dinette

The galley features three under-counter Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer units. A four-burner ceramic cook top and microwave/convection oven provide plenty of food preparation options, while deep storage drawers in the galley’s fascia offer an abundance of space. Amtico teak and holly strip flooring with custom layout and solid-surface countertops and backsplashes give the galley an elegant look with long-lasting durability. To starboard, a large dinette features an L-shaped lounge with storage underneath. The dining table features a solid-surface top with decorative pedestal.

60 Hatteras stateroom

Master Stateroom and Head

Forward of the salon through the spacious wide companion way and to the port. The master stateroom continues with the winning blend. Warm, spacious and functional with ample storage and a full berth with ensuite full head. The large master head has private access to the stateroom. Blended with cherry trim upgraded wall coverings and full bowed face vanity with storage above and below with custom granite surface.

Aerial view of boat running

Specs:

  • Make: Hatteras
  • Model: 60 Convertible
  • Condition: Used
  • Category: Power
  • Builder: Hatteras
  • Construction: Fiberglass
  • Length Overall: 60 ft
  • Beam: 19 ft

Features:

  • Backup Electronics
  • Furuno Sonar Upgraded Systems
  • Hydraulic bow thruster
  • Cruising Speed: 34
  • Max Speed: 39
  • Fuel: 1800
  • Fresh Water: 200
  • And many more!

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See additional photos here

GulfCoastYachtGroup.com | Phone: 251-980-2220 | Email: info@gulfcoastyachtgroup.com

Do you have any comments or questions for us? We’d love to hear from you.

 

Filed Under: Boats, Brokerage, Featured Stories, General News, News Tagged With: boat for sale, dirt pit, Hatteras, sportfishing boat

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