he public now has a sneak peek inside the new Grand Banks 85. The long-distance cruiser’s design focuses on maximizing storage, allowing an abundance of fresh air flow and ensuring comfort both at sea and at anchor. With a beam of 22 feet, the GB85 offers sociability and privacy for cruising.
“First, we focused on what makes a superior long-distance cruiser while underway for long legs,” says CEO Mark Richards. “This means understanding the rhythm that occurs while on passage, and creating various spaces where you can separate from others off-watch. Some people onboard are focused on running the boat, others are relaxing, and others may be sleeping. This approach ticks a lot of boxes in how the design comes together.”
Other features of the yacht include a comfortable lounge seating area in the main salon, 360-degree sightlines, expansive windows combined with an electrically opening aft window, a full-beam master stateroom, a master head with two vanities and large shower, as well as a variety of crew accommodations.
For more information, visit grandbanks.com.
