The 2019 Jeanneau 54, designed by Phillippe Briand, is an extremely comfortable yacht and a very capable passage maker. “There were cycles of boats [of various brands] built for charter in the past that had no spark.”. And with 30 knots of wind over the deck, it was great to come in under the shelter of that sprayhood and be totally protected. The hull is hand-laid with a laminate schedule that includes an outer layer of vinylester to stave off blistering. The boat’s three-blade fixed prop on a saildrive pushed us into a slight headwind at 8 knots when set at 2,800 rpm. Well equipped for larger groups Blue Dream will take you to those summer sailing days in style and comfort. The race was extraordinarily close, seeing shifty breezes, nine lead changes in just under 30 minutes and boatspeeds topping ...read more, Sailing and boating can come with a hefty price tag, but there are plenty of ways to get on the water without breaking the bank. “At this size owners are looking for overall value for money,” says Stromberg realistically. Like the 64, the 54 carries many of Andrew Winch’s intricate styling details, including the use of leather with smart stitching, linen and solid wood. The Jeanneau 54 is a great boat. The hull is solid handlaid fiberglass set in polyester resin with an isophthalic gelcoat finish. The Jeanneau Yachts 54 is the newest member of its sailing yacht family, sharing many of the design attributes and features of her big sisters, the 57 and 64 and incorporating a number of new innovations. The hull is hand-laid with a laminate schedule that includes an outer layer of vinylester to stave off blistering. I have a mid-boom sheet arrangement and a traditional (non-rigid) vang. Steering the boat by hand was just too much fun. If ever there was a yacht that invites the proverb ‘never judge a book by its cover’, this is it. He has put enough miles in on large Jeanneaus to know they are deceptively manageable in a blow. The Jeanneau 54 is born from the close collaboration of Philippe Briand, who’s chined hull and elegant deck profile ensure seaworthy handling and timeless looks, and Andrew Winch’s meticulous approach to every ergonomic detail and the selection of high-end materials that echo the … And I’m happy to say the boat never once let us down—whether it was ghosting along in less than 10 knots of breeze, or powering up when things picked up again. The boat has a single, high-aspect semi-balanced rudder, and our test boat came with the shoal keel, which draws 5ft 9in. But in my opinion that does not unduly affect her sailing performance. The high cockpit helps create generous aft cabin space and room for a deep sump and bilge – more akin to a raised saloon. Imagine, just one tap on the leather-bound wheel suffices to make her tremble. It’s like putting noise-cancelling headphones on during take-off. $277,219 Seller Union Yachts Broker 24. It has 6ft 1in clearance and, with, large clear panels, it’s a practical option that more than makes up for the relatively low cockpit coamings. Suffice it to say, there was never any need for the autopilot. The cockpit benches are among the longest you will find on a production yacht – a whopping 3.4m – complete with luxurious aft-facing chaise longue with drinks holders. The jeanneau yachts 54 is truly elegant: sophistication and reffinement combine to bring to life these stylish and comfortable living spaces. In this episode of Boat Talk, SAIL's managing editor Lydia Mullan and Power & Motor Yacht's executive editor Charlie Levine share tips on getting out ...read more, In late 2020, sailing legend Jimmy Cornell set off on his Elcano Challenge, a green-powered circumnavigation aboard the custom Outremer Aventura Zero. Beware the optional extras – all those fancy cushions and home comforts come at a cost. Cruising World’s Review of the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS PERFORMANCE, VALUE, AND A NEW STYLING BENCHMARK DEFINE THE JEANNEAU SUN ODYSSEY 54 DS. A properly luxurious cabin, this has a big entrance with an island berth. The cored deck is built in a two-part mold using Jeanneau’s proprietary “Prism Process.” This not only ensures the correct resin-to-glass ratio but provides a smooth finish on both sides. Powerful gusts dispersed plumes of spray from the bow, making the whitewater explosions appear even more dramatic as the Jeanneau 54 positively ripped through the seas off Cannes in March. The Jeanneau 54 is an excellent example of the latter. Like many of today’s cruising boats, the topsides are quite high in the interest of providing the requisite standing headroom. Indeed my first thought on arriving at the port that morning was that, with sunbeds on the swim platform and foredeck, this Jeanneau would quickly be out of her depth outside the harbour, where the waves were being shredded to white caps. “What you do need to have is a very good boom vang to keep the boom down, though.”. A boat review from our August 2010 issue. The latter is cleverly articulated, so that when deployed it creates a pair of gentle steps leading from the cockpit to the water. The Jeanneau Yachts 54 is born from the close collaboration of Philippe Briand, who’s chined hull and elegant deck profile ensure seaworthy handling and timeless looks, and Andrew Winch’s meticulous approach to every ergonomic detail and the selection of high-end materials that echo the look and feel of his super yacht pedigree. 23. Offering the best selection of Jeanneau boats to choose from. Over the last decade its models have consistently offered tasteful styling, good performance, high build quality and value for money. It is a testament to Briand’s modern hull shape that she remains in her comfort zone and is fun to sail. Looking back over this review, it occurs to me I may be gushing a bit. The owner versions with two or three cabins work well, by providing generous cabins and a good-sized galley. 2004. I was surprised to find how far forward on the boom the mainsheet attachment is. April 27, 2015. The cabintrunk’s long, lean windows also segue seamlessly into the cockpit coaming creating a continuous line of curves that are well set off by the plumb bow, the gently angled reverse transom and what methinks is just the barest hint of sheer. I was especially impressed as we made the 35-mile run from Pompano to Palm Beach on day three. Central to its success is a pair of cutouts in the aft cabintrunk bulkhead, which allow the cockpit benches to extend a foot or so forward of the companionway. And nowadays the distinctions between big and small are blurred even further by mechanical aids like electric winches and bow thrusters, which enable boats like the Jeanneau 54 DS to be handled by two people. Accommodations. The latest 54 will make a big splash at this year’s Sydney International Boat Show. All Rights Reserved. The company’s latest introduction is also the entry level in this class, a 51-footer, which was inspired by the previous 54 but has been significantly improved with some smart ideas. It’s inviting, but marred by an entrance that feels too constrictive for this size of boat. The latter would also serve as an excellent sea berth and can be turned into a double berth by lowering the dining table. Many of the design features of the Jeanneau 54 centre on providing home comfort. Some might argue she is a little over-engineered, complicated and heavy. Distributor Jeanneau America, 410-280-9400, jeanneauamerica.com, The Cruising Club of America awarded Randall Reeves the 2020 Blue Water Medal for his solo Figure-8 voyage. by Dom Wiseman. “It needs to be reflected in the product or they’ll go elsewhere.”. Jeanneau 57 & Jeanneau 53. The retractable davits are a smart solution that takes care of a tender up to 120kg, but it is an option that needs to be built into the hull structure because of the depth and reinforcement required. Then comes the pièce de resistance: when sailing the 54 in a stiff breeze, move forward from the helm to a sheltered spot under the sprayhood, take a seat on the comfortable chaise longue and it’s quite a different story. Not surprisingly, this smart design is also apparent belowdecks—especially in the saloon, which on our test boat was equipped with a large in-line galley to port that employed the back of a centerline bench facing the very large dining table as a brace point. A modern Jeanneau is versatile, with the ability to continue sailing in as little as five knots of wind with the help of a code sail and to keep punching with a kindly motion through the heavy stuff. Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS . So if being comfortable whatever the weather is at the top of your list, then so should this latest yacht from Jeanneau. How does a wave curl and crash at 47 degrees south? Jeanneau Merry Fisher 855 Review. The injection-molded deck is cored with discontinuous balsa panels. The 440 was the first to change in the line. The cockpit is a simply huge space with an extremely generous lounging area. All interior and nav lights are LED. The teak on the side decks glistened after its intense saltwater dousing, and calm was temporarily restored. I can’t say why exactly the end result looks so good, but it does. The 54 is focused around family life spent on deck and in the water, as it should be on a luxury performance cruiser of this caliber. The Figure-8 comprises a loop around the American continents and a loop around the Antarctic, keeping the Americas to port and Antarctica to starboard. “This kitted up is €500,000 – you can’t get a catamaran below that – but over that everyone moves to cats.” He tells me that the 54 has the dual task of seducing private owners too with a luxury feel. The forward cabin can be split in half lengthways with a soft bulkhead, and a Pullman cabin can be chosen instead of the aft heads. Can an albatross remain awing in the worst of weathers?” Randall Reeves has always found images to be the most compelling part of the stories we tell about the ...read more. Jeanneau’s luxurious new 54 is stuffed with creature comforts for lazy Mediterranean sailing. “We decided not to have an owner’s aft cabin option, but a VIP solution,” Stromberg explains. Electronics on our test boat were Raymarine. With the equivalent of a deep reef in the in-mast mainsail and three rolls in the 106 per cent genoa, we power-reached around the Bay of Cannes, regularly at double-figure speeds. The layout is particularly versatile with options for two, three, four or even five cabins, the latter to suit the charter market. Boasting a mssive specification that includes, 360 docking system, bow thruster, Fusion audio system, upgraded 2000W in *This price is based on today's currency conversion rate. I have never found so many comfortable positions to sit on one boat before – making a boat comfortable helps keep a happy crew. At 12 knots this 17-tonne yacht starts to plane. Tracks, blocks and winches—including our test boat’s electric primaries—were all Harken, with Spinlock stoppers. It is the largest Jeanneau to have an injection deck, which both saves weight and, together with a cored hull, makes for a noticeably quiet interior with little movement when under way. One third of the 50 54s already sold have gone into the charter market, above the 20 per cent expected. Despite not having an A-sail aboard, we managed 7 to 8 knots with ease on a broad reach in 14 knots apparent. It seems to me that ...read more, On Saturday, in what was surely the most exciting race of the series, INEOS Team UK beat Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli to earn a spot in the Prada Cup finals. The boat’s deck-stepped double-spreader rig includes a Z-spar aluminum mast and is slightly fractional, with discontinuous wire rigging and mid-boom sheeting. The voyage was ...read more, Reviewed by Amanda Balasubramanian As we were preparing for our first significant offshore passage in 2013, I read every book on ocean sailing I could find. This sturdy cruiser might look like a sun worshipper’s paradise, but she has hidden depths, says Toby Hodges after he tested her in a gale. Jeanneau describes it as a ‘VIP cabin’, a term which sounds a little grand. The interior of the 54 is light, spacious and inviting, especially compared with the 53, which has fizzled out of the range now. And with furling sails, transformation time from at rest to full sailing mode is minimal. Jeanneau position the Merry Fisher series as boats capable of straddling the cruising market while also offering the functionality to appeal to fishing fanatics. You could be fighting biting wind-against-tide conditions and still find comfort and protection within the calming embrace of this sprayhood. Jeanneau 54: Review A modern yacht for discerning owners, with five-star comforts and sailing sophistication. The resultant galley, complete with all the stowage and white goods you could wish or budget for, is typically forward thinking of Jeanneau. The modern light-colored Alpi Teak joinery work was well executed throughout. Is the vang really doing anything? Throttling up to 3,250 rpm to hurry out of the way of an inbound liner yielded 9.1 knots of boatspeed. This is achieved by siting the companionway well forward and recessing the bench seats into the coachroof. Although over-canvassed for the benefit of the photos, the 54 still demonstrated respectable behaviour and stability. And it’s different – I’ve never seen an aft galley instead of an aft cabin on a production yacht before. A choice of teak or oak finish is offered, although all bar one of the 40 owners of the 64 has chosen oak. By moving the galley aft, plenty of stowage space is gained in the saloon. Jeanneau 54 review. I have ‘tested’ this terrace with a drink in the sun in flat seas in Italy and can report that its position so close to the water, with unimpeded sea views, is second to none. Crusing World Review: "While the 54 DS design represents a leap into the future, Jeanneau continues to build boats the old-fashioned way. Jeanneau 53" Jeanneau launches the second in their premium 50-plus Jeanneau Yachts line." Back upwind into a gale to repeat the whole thing again? A luxury cruiser that fires on all cylinders. The Jeanneau 54 has plenty of power, yet delivers in the full range of conditions. Nonetheless, when it comes to boats—sailboats in particular—as soon as you cast off lines, it becomes immediately apparent that no two are the same, even if they appear superficially similar. It’s a good aft double cabin with en-suite access, a hull port and some extra headroom created by having no cockpit locker above. The side-by-side hatches overhead admitted scads of natural light. However, with 53ft of LOA, the boat doesn’t look in any way top-heavy, an aesthetic that is reinforced by the boat’s beautifully sculpted cabintrunk. I glanced at my two somewhat damp crewmembers, but met looks of unwavering enthusiasm. “A traveller doesn’t have too much function on a large cruising boat,” reasons Stromberg. Welcome Onboard the New Jeanneau 54 Saturday, 11 July 2015 13:55. Beyond that, Jeanneau simply gets it right in terms of general layout and dimensions. Electric winches and an autopilot might also ease the issues, but it’s a pity to have to rely on push button power. Oak joinery work is also available. But Jeanneau took the plunge and were duly rewarded; the first of the ‘teardrop’ deck saloon yachts, the 54 DS (Deck Saloon), was such a success it took even Jeanneau by surprise. The decision not to have a tender garage means there are multiple areas to relax in, starting with a proper aft terrace. The ballast keel is cast iron encapsulated in epoxy. From the helm you can reach the manual primaries, but not the mainsheet winches – and winches both sides are too close together and too far outboard to use comfortably manually. Tucked in under the dodger, they quickly became the place to hang out for those not actively involved in sailing during the three-day South Florida cruise that I was lucky enough to take part in for my test sail. And as the sprayhood extends far aft, you can leave the companionway open without fear of drenching the interior. What do these ratios mean? To the untrained eye, a sailboat is a sailboat; they all look pretty much the same. Jeanneau has taken many of the ideas used in the 64 and extended them to suit a smaller size. While the fleet of motorboats assembled for Jeanneau’s global press trials all remained moored stern-to in the sanctuary of the old port, the company’s sailboat product director
Erik Stromberg simply shrugged and said: “Ready when you are.”. As conditions got a little spicy off the monastery, we spun the 54 around to return with the 1.5m waves – and bang, she absolutely powered up. But it does mean this cabin is a real selling point for the boat. When we slid onto a wave we could clock up to 14 knots. Three full days of sailing in the vicinity of Miami’s Biscayne Bay provided plenty of opportunity to see how the Jeanneau 54 did in a wide range conditions with its suit of Technique Voile sails. Jeanneau wanted to make a simple, but smart base boat for charter purposes, but one that could be dressed up with options for private owners. However, while there were a number of helpful books full of technical information, I also longed for the personal stories ...read more, Henri Lloyd looked to the past for inspiration when designing its newest line of racing gear—specifically the kit worn by Dennis Conner’s Stars and Stripes campaign (also designed by Henri Lloyd) during the 1987 America’s Cup in Fremantle, Australia. Beyond that, the owner’s stateroom up in the bow was nothing less than palatial, with an en suite head and shower, and easy access to the berth from both sides. The winch configuration will certainly not suit everyone. Going forward there is no obvious way to access the side decks from the cockpit – it’s either aft over the primary lead, or a large step over the coaming from a cockpit bench. Photographer Paul Wyeth was on the flybridge signalling us to go about, to head back out to sea – he wanted another chance at a great photograph with the fortified monastery as a backdrop. And I like the way that, rather than waste the space underneath the table, Jeanneau has designed the liferaft stowage into the after end – an easy place to access and launch it from. She really is an incredibly comfortable boat at rest. Peace and tranquillity is restored in an instant. Crusing World Review: "While the 54 DS design represents a leap into the future, Jeanneau continues to build boats the old-fashioned way. Jeanneau looked at siting the primaries inboard, but chose this set-up because of its developments with Assisted Sail Trim (AST), a new system that automatically tacks sheets using electric reversible winches – so keeping winches out of the cockpit made sense. 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Bulkheads are bonded to both the hull and deck with high-performance polyurethane adhesives to ensure rigidity, while a molded structural grid, which is both glued and laminated to the hull, makes the boat stiffer still. As we dialled downwind into the comparatively flatter water of the bay, as if on a wild fairground ride slowing to a halt, I gradually came to my senses, arms aching from gripping the wheel, ears ringing, rinsed out by the wind. This platform folds inboard at the push of a button with integrated space for the cushions to store neatly inside. “This is basically the last size segment for charter,” Stromberg explains. Our test boat came with in-mast furling and a 109 percent jib on a Facnor electric furler. The twin helms and Jefa steering felt responsive and well balanced, even in the puffs. Liguria, Italy. The beauty of this configuration is that you can feel totally comfortable preparing a meal at sea, while still being able to slide out the way if something hot spills in your direction. The Jeanneau Yachts 54 is the newest member of its sailing yacht family, sharing many of the design attributes and features of her big sisters, the 57 and 64 and incorporating a number of new innovations. The boat’s motion through the chop was nice and easy, and after settling in at about a 10-degree heel angle, she charged ahead like she was on rails. Unlike the old one, the new main is loose-footed. The new collection, with its ...read more, TO VANG OR NOT TO VANG Q: Last year, I bought a new, fully-battened Dacron main for my 36-footer. A linen headboard, leather lining, carpets, leather panels on doors and dual blinds create a distinctive look. The hull is solid hand-laid fiberglass; it and the keel structure are supported by fiberglass over wood floors and stringers, which create a rugged internal framework. Sail area (100% foretriangle) 126m2/1,362ft2. The Jeanneau 54 is a smaller sister to the 64 that launched two years ago and she shares many of the flagship’s features as she was drawn by the same superyacht design team of Philippe Briand and Andrew Winch. And it was really howling when we headed out to sea later that afternoon, where we met 35 knots and sharp seas round the back of the Lerin islands. Both are made of cast iron and encapsulated in epoxy. The Captain will keep an itemized tally of this for your review so that you know of any refund or if it needs topping up. Some, for whatever reason, don’t feel quite right. Find Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 Ds boats for sale in your area & across the world on YachtWorld. Jeanneau has built a lot of decks over the years, and the deck layout on the J54 is one of the best I’ve seen. She offers cruising couples and their guests an easy to handle, highly adaptable luxury cruiser full of creature comforts. No problem, let’s go! Only a few years ago the Jeanneau 54 would have been regarded as enormous; nowadays she would share the marina with several other 54 footers. The L-shaped helm seats (which hinge out of the way when not in use) are plenty large for two and include a stainless steel handhold inboard for people moving to and from the swing step—a nice touch. The Jeanneau Cap Camarat 9.0WA will appeal to those looking to enjoy a sleek and stylish, versatile vessel. Inspired by the Jeanneau 54, this new model was designed by naval architect, Philippe Briand and designer, Andrew Winch. Some of the highlights of the superb Jeanneau 54 include: A glass structural grid is glued and laminated in place, with aluminum subflooring in the area of the saloon. See our test of the Jeanneau 64 here. There is a mix of open space up top and accommodation and amenities below. With two new models in the 50-plus range, the company launches its "Yacht" line. "The company was looking to develop an elegant performance cruiser," said Erik Stromberg, customer-support manager for Jeanneau America. One look at the deck configuration would lead most people to presume she is a hedonists’ yacht, one for the sun worshippers anchored in placid seas and warm climes. There is also a full-size dedicated navstation to starboard on all layout options. On one downhill run, we raised full main to sail full bore on a broad reach with the swell. Before you think how spacious the saloon looks, remember it’s not sharing the central space with the galley on the test boat. The Jeanneau 54 is an all-new large yacht aimed at those wanting to make the most of the opportunity to spend time living on … The 17-tonne 54 is half the weight of the 64. Sailing on a close reach, we hit 6 knots with equal ease. Unfortunately, shortly after setting out, the boat encountered major power-generation issues. This is the seventh hull built and the first with the aft galley layout, designed to suit requests from couples for two cabins. Not the sort of family cruising she is intended for, granted, but as a prospective owner I would be a lot happier knowing she could handle the rough stuff well, even when pressed. The success story that is the Jeanneau 54 starts with solid construction, and a tried and true canoe body that doesn’t necessarily break new ground, but works well in a wide range of sailing conditions. Unfortunately the step into the galley is a little too far aft, presenting a sharp corner on which to bang your head on entering. The fact that it opens aft right to the foot of the companionway steps makes it easy to pass food up to the cockpit as well. Jeanneau uses a bridle mainsheet system with a block on each side of the coachroof, which is sheeted back to the aft cockpit winches, an increasingly common method on large cruising yachts. The large motorboat chasing us finally caught up. And once again Jeanneau has set the bar high with a yacht that combines practicality, affordability and a touch of elegance. However, I was assured the boom has an appropriately over-sized section to cope with stress loads. The Cannes test boat had a Code 0, teak decks, electric bathing platform, sun loungers, cushions, sprayhood and bimini, plus instruments, wine fridge, washer-dryer, dishwasher, genset, aircon, flatscreen TV etc – more modcons than in most family homes, in fact. With two berths, one forward and one at the rear, overnighters are well catered for, but it is the space and usability over the entire craft that really appeals. Discover the article about the Jeanneau 53 In this way, Jeanneau … There are a pair of folding padeyes that can be used to attach snatch blocks for sheeting in an A-sail tacked to the double anchor roller in the bow. The success story that is the Jeanneau 54 starts with solid construction, and a tried and true canoe body that doesn’t necessarily break new ground, but works well in a wide range of sailing conditions. Sep, 2015. Review from BoatTest.com… For more information on the Jeanneau 54 contact us now. The 54’s exceedingly alluring base price of €340,700 rose to over €500,000 (ex VAT) on both versions I sailed. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 has a little sister that actually introduced the new deck and rig design at the Annapolis boat show earlier. © 2021 Cruz Bay Publishing, Inc. an Active Interest Media company. Others, through some strange alchemy, just work. Jeanneau was attempting to make the 54 less multi-layered by doing away with a bridgedeck. 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