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Marit Stromoy returned to the F1H2O podium on Sunday at Lake Issyk-Kul, eleven years after she first made history at Sharjah. The Norwegian’s third-place finish at the inaugural Grand Prix of Kyrgyzstan carried weight far beyond the championship points it delivered, marking a breakthrough moment for her four-stroke engine project and a fresh chapter in a career that has already redefined what’s possible for women in hydroplane racing.

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Every cruising season, yachts emerge from the Pacific and make landfall in the Bay of Islands. For the crews aboard, the ocean passage is over. New Zealand begins. Their initial destination is usually Bay of Islands Marina at Ōpua, where they complete Customs and Ministry for Primary Industries clearance before beginning the next stage of their voyage.

A well looked after 11.5m sports cruiser, launched approximately 1999. GRP construction, powered by a 315hp Yanmar engine, 2014, 550 hours. 6ft Headroom, sleeps up to 6 people in large cabin. Cockpit refurbished 2022, new stern leg fitted 2021, solar panels and genset. Extended duckboard. Electronics include VHF, log/speedo, chartplotter, fishfinder, depthsounder, GPS and stereo. This conversation is moderated by Boating New Zealand. Subscribe to view comments and join the conversation.

Tidy Prowler 30, built by Cooper Yachts and launched approximately 1989. Powered by twin Volvo 200hp engines delivering 20 – 25 knots by stern drives with DuoProps. Big roomy cabin with cockpit. 6’2″ Headroom, large double up front with second double in cabin. Forward and down is the galley with good fridge/freezer and gas over/stove top. Head forward with separate shower cubicle. This conversation is moderated by Boating New Zealand. Subscribe to view comments and join the conversation.

The Rinker 310 Fiesta Vee offers a perfect blend of comfort, functionality and style for those looking to explore our coastal waters. With a spacious cockpit, full galley and private sleeping accommodation, this cruiser is perfect for weekend getaways or day trips with family and friends.

Bayliner Trophy 2502, launched approximately 2004. GRP construction, powered by 2 Mercury 150hp Optimax outboards. Equipped with Lenco trimtabs, Jabsco toilet and gas hob. New clears and game rigged. Electronics include VHF, chartplotter, depthsounder, fishfinder, stereo and CD player. A great weekender. This conversation is moderated by Boating New Zealand. Subscribe to view comments and join the conversation. Choose your plan → This conversation is moderated by Boating New Zealand.

This 1996 Salthouse Corsair MKII is powered by an Iveco 400hp, shaft drive, only 260 hours since new in 2013. Max speed 24 knots and cruise at 19 knots.Double V-berth forward and a double bunk cabin port side. Engine driven fridge and freezer. Swim/aft platform replaced 2025. Electric bow thruster and new clears. Marina berth available to purchase. antifouled May 2026 This conversation is moderated by Boating New Zealand. Subscribe to view comments and join the conversation.

Launched approximately 2018, powered by a newly serviced 200hp Yamaha outboard, only 75 hours. Shower and head with holding tank, single LPG burner stove, fridge, Lowrance electronics. A great opportunity to own a late model weekender, dry stacked so in as-new condition. This conversation is moderated by Boating New Zealand. Subscribe to view comments and join the conversation. Choose your plan → This conversation is moderated by Boating New Zealand.