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10.9.23

SV Tonic puts the Allures 45.9 to the test

The SV Tonic channel, followed by over 11,000 sailing enthusiasts, has devoted a full video to the test and a complete tour of the Allures 45.9. Published in May 2023, it has already been viewed over 26,000 times. Discover the video.

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The journalist takes her viewers on a trip around Cherbourg harbor. With winds of 15 knots and mainsail genoa , the boat reaches an average cruising speed 7.5 to 8 knots. At the helm, she emphasizes the lightness and precision of the steering:

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" One finger, that's how light it is ", she explains, emphasizing the immediate pleasure of navigation.

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The video also highlights the version equipped with a mast , a lifting keel high-performance sails, transforming this aluminum sailboat into a true fast blue water cruising.

The interior is the subject of a detailed tour: a bright saloon with panoramic view, an ergonomic galley, a work Workshop, as well as comfortable cabins with plenty of storage space. The attention to detail - woodwork, upholstery, finishing touches - is particularly noteworthy.

In conclusion, the journalist describes the Allures 45.9s as a well-balanced, responsive yacht designed for long-distance cruising, capable of combining performance and comfort.

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