The new Stephens Waring 68ft Cirrus keeps a low profile with its classic hull form. Stephens Waring 68ft Cirrus. Photo: Billy BlackThis large Spirit of Tradition yacht is another masterpiece from Belfast, Maine-based Stephens Waring Design that blends classic style with contemporary shapes below the waterline and carbon construction.
\nThe project emerged from a conversation with the owner eight years ago, with the initial brief being for a broad-beamed, low-profile Mediterranean-style yacht, with an emphasis on performance and comfort.
\nHowever, this later changed to a more classic hull form echoing shapes of the 1950s and 60s, with a spoon-shaped bow and modest counter stern. The spacious, modern layout that had already been fully developed was retained, while the longer stern sections allow for a larger tender garage, plus a drop-down swimming platform.
\n\u201cThe underwater lines are modern but moderate,\u201d says Stephens Waring co-founder Bob Stephens. \u201cWe tuned the displacement\/length ratio to offer high performance with comfort at sea, and the hull lines incorporate more deadrise than many modern boats to reduce pounding in a head sea.\u201d
\nThe bulb keel is deep and moderately narrow to minimise wetted surface area, yet a forgiving section was chosen to provide a wide groove when sailing upwind.
\nThe large master stateroom is forward on the port side, with a sofa and a large shower and heads. The saloon amidships is described as the beating heart of the yacht. Eight can sit around a table with views through the hull windows on both sides, while skylights provide an excellent view of the sails and plenty of natural light.
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Stephens Waring 68ft Cirrus Specifications:
\nLOA: 20.88m 68ft 6in
\nLWL: 16.67m 54ft 8in
\nBeam: 5.43m 17ft 10in
\nDraught: 2.77m 9ft 1in
\nDisplacement: 22,100kg 48,500lb
\nSail area: 198m2 2,028ft2
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The new Stephens Waring 68ft Cirrus keeps a low profile with its classic hull form. Stephens Waring 68ft Cirrus. Photo: Billy BlackThis large Spirit of Tradition yacht is another masterpiece from Belfast, Maine-based Stephens Waring Design that blends classic style … <\/p>\n