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THE PERFECT BLEND

The Lagoon 42 affirms a distinctive style and personality.  Performance combines with strength in a unique design and thoughtful construction.  A generous catamaran, the Lagoon 42 is always at ease, while cruising and at anchor.

VERSATILITY AND EASE OF HANDLING

Under sail, the beautiful reaches of the Lagoon 42 demonstrate balance and high performance.  They are the result of expert craftsmanship and organic design by VPLP Design and Patrick le Quément.  Her unique style combines dynamic energy with smooth handling.

THE FREEDOM OF SPACE

Just two steps separate the swim platform and the cockpit.  The ergonomic design guarantees space and fluid movement on board.  Sheltered and well ventilated, the cockpit is an open invitation to relax.

ELEGANCE AND MODERNITY

Echoing her exterior lines, the interior design, by Nauta Design, combines elegance and softness with contemporary woodwork.  Light, comfort, privacy… the style of the Lagoon 42 offers a wealth of benefits to share.

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• Overall length 12,80m / 42'
• Waterline length 12,50 m / 41’
• Beam 7,70m / 25'3''
• Water draft 1,25m / 4'1''
• Air draft 20,65m / 67'9''
• Light displacement (EEC) 12,1 t / 26 681 Lbs
• Upwind sail area 90 m² / 968 sq.ft
• Square top mainsail (opt.) 59m² / 635 sq.ft
• Self-tacking jib 35m² / 377 sq.ft
• Code 0 (opt.) 68m² / 732 sq.ft
• Motorisation - standard 2 x 57 CV / HP
• Water tank capacity 300 l / 79 US gal
• Fuel tank capacity 600 l / 159 US gal
• No. of berths 6 to 12
• CE approval A : 12 / B : 14 / C : 20 / D : 30

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From stealing the spotlight in the Sydney International Boat Show to bagging four awards within one year of its launch, the Lagoon 42 catamaran is famous for its almost oxymoronic quality of being remarkably spacious yet compact enough to be easy to navigate. 

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DESIGN – EXTERIOR & INTERIOR

The Lagoon 42 catamaran is a powerful yet graceful product of Patrick Le Quement’s exterior designing combined with France’s VPLP Design. The interior has been designed by Italy’s Nauta Design and the Lagoon 42 boasts a generous space not only in the cockpit but also the helm and the saloon, thanks to the unique uniform cockpit to saloon leveling. 

The Lagoon 42 catamaran’s helm station easily fulfills the need for a large area. The helm station allows for one person to  work the lines while the other helms – making it very convenient for couples or two-person crews. If the need arises, the proximity of the helm station to the line management area even allows the person on the helm to simultaneously do both – manage the lines while also working on the helm.

The equipment at the helm station is not only efficiently angled and placed but is also protected from harsh weather conditions by the hard-top bimini and Plexiglass panels. The Plexiglass panels also provide excellent visibility of the sails, given that the low seat at the helm is not occupied by someone of a short stature which might not make viewing over the high coachroof an easy task. The seat, however, does have room to be comfortably occupied by two people. 

The helm station does have one drawback, though. The helm person is exposed to the sea with nothing but a cockpit tent precluding the fall into the side deck and even potentially into the water on a particularly rough sea day. The safety, therefore, might be something to consider when looking into buying the Lagoon 42 catamaran. 

Another unique feature that the Lagoon 42 catamaran boasts is the replacement of grab rails with the recessed rails around the coachroof. The recessed rails are not characteristically easy to hold onto and might pose a risk to those who do not make holding onto them a strict priority. 

Overall, the helm is spacious, ideally equipped and also easily accessible from the cockpit. 

ACCOMODATIONS

The Pixel glass sliding panels form the way from the cockpit to the saloon for which 3-cabin and 4-cabin versions are available. 

The U-shaped galley does not provide a lot of space with its narrow bench but does have a direct access to the cockpit. It is divided into two parts and has a single sink, three-burner gas stove, an icebox that acts as a refrigerator and a microwave oven. 

The master suite has a 175 cm wide bed, a desk in the middle and a large shower room. The rest of the guest cabins have a relatively smaller  shower rooms but overall there is enough room for 3 couples to be easily aboard the Lagoon 42 catamaran. All hulls, constructed with a Balsa wood core, are light, spacious and bright and have plenty of storage area in the form of underfloor storage as well as cupboards, drawers and shelves. The cabins themselves have multiple opening hatches to allow for ventilation.

The saloon front of the Lagoon 42 catamaran has vertical windows which means there is no unfiltered sunlight but almost a 360° view that can be enjoyed. There is also enough seating space to accommodate a considerable number of people in the cockpit along with an L-shaped settee and an Ottoman.

The build of the interior includes veneer front plywood which is not thin and flaky. The cabinetry is lined with solid wood so the veneer will not peel off very quickly. The joinery also stands out as being of good quality and is considerably fine. The color range is also refreshingly different from the trend of lighter colored interiors. 

ENGINE ROOMS

The engine rooms of the Lagoon 42 catamaran are easily accessible from the stern of the boat without the need for a complete dismantling of the bed. All key steering systems can also be very easily accessed from the engine rooms, making the practical design compatible with safety. The access also means that evaluating filters or belts is not cumbersome and plant machinery can be easily maintained. 

The life raft position is in the middle of the transom which is also very easy to get to and hence definitely a plus point for the Lagoon 42 catamaran.

Perhaps the best part of the Lagoon 42 catamaran design is its compatibility with function. It has been popularly described as being “curvaceous”, owing to the absence of sharp edges. All the corners and edges at the Lagoon 42 catamaran are curved away so there are no hazards if you choose to take the cat into rough seas. 

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

The Lagoon 42 is a 42-foot tall catamaran with an overall length of 12.80 meters and a 7.70 meters beam. It has 300 liters of water and fuel capacity each and a maximum 10 day passenger capacity. The Lagoon 42 catamaran has 45 hp power and a minimum draft of 1.25 meters. The main sail area is 55 sq. meters while the genoa area is 35 sq. meters. 

In conclusion, the Lagoon 42 catamaran provides a good value for its money. It is beamy, fast, light and very spacious for a couple. Although there are issues that can be adjusted with varying levels of effort, Lagoon 42 is quite promising for a catamaran of its price, given the amount of comfort and ease it provides to its owners. 

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The Lagoon 42 is the French yard’s top seller and that is because it hits that sweet spot for many buyers. It’s big enough to live aboard very comfortably while not feeling too big to handle for a couple. This review will cover the main Pros and Cons of this model and some of the options we think you should go for.

First Came the 420.. This VPLP design replaced the 420 and the 421 which were pretty big sellers for Lagoon (170 or so), so it had some pretty big shoes to fill. Read our Lagoon 410 review to get an idea how things have moved on since the 2nd Generation boats.

In common with her other fourth generation sisters (the 40, 46 and so on), the 42 has a curvier look than her predecessors. It’s a design that has evolved from the third generation models like the Lagoon 400 (another top seller) and the 450.

She’s solid and looks like she could handle a big sea. And then you have those trademark vertical windows in the saloon that maximise the living space and help keep the sun out of the saloon. You are not going to be sailing as fast as a C-Cat 48 , but that’s not the point of the Lagoon 42. It’s a great sailing/comfort package.

Photos credit: Nicolas Claris, Lagoon.

In common with the other boats in this generation, the mast has been stepped further aft allowing you to fly more sail area forward of the mast. This helps to centralise the weight and reduce pitching, and it makes it easier for a couple or even a solo sailor to manage the mainsail when the wind picks up.

On the 380, Lagoon positioned the rig 37 percent aft. On the 42 it’s 53 percent aft, it´s that big a difference. That’s what helps to minimise the pitching: it’s just over halfway down the boat, centralising the weight of the mast.

Weighty This isn’t a light boat though. There is an option to go for a larger square top mainsail which we would recommend to put at the top of your extras list. The Lagoon philosophy is to build catamarans that are easy to use, and that are comfortable and safe. The 42 ticks those boxes and it performs well for its length and weight, even if it’s not a performance catamaran.

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• Living space. If you are looking to max out your living space per metre of length, then a Lagoon is always going to score highly and the 42 is no exception with a high beam to length ratio. You’ll notice the difference down below, especially. You can see from the side profile shot how far the coachroof extends forwards. That means a big comfy saloon. The shower in the owner’s version is huge.
• The life raft is held in a dedicated open recess on the transom of the boat and can be easily deployed whatever the orientation of the boat.
• Protected helm. The bulkhead helm is well connected to the cockpit and is well protected with a sturdy dodger. It´s a position that has proved popular with buyers. It is open to the sea though (see cons below).
• Although the boom is higher than some of the 42’s competitors, it is lower than a flybridge cat and pretty easy to access- a good compromise
• All the lines lead to the helm which sits to port on the main bulkhead. This make it an easy boat to sail short handed – the coach roof is just a short hop away.
• There’s a nice big nav station to starboard in the saloon at the end of the sofa.
• Resale. Although Lagoon sell a lot of boats, the demand for them is also high on the second hand market as they are a popular brand. If you look after your 42, she should fetch a decent price later.
• This is a heavy boat, so you will need to put some money in your sail locker to power it. Off the wind, you can call these boats nippy (it’s a catamaran after all), but you won’t be setting any speed records closer to the wind, particular in lighter conditions. Make sure the square top mainsail is at the top of your options list. A code 0 would be nice too.
• Lack of hand-grabs on the coachroof. We’d have liked to have seen hand rails here to improve safety going forward. There is a channel that runs along the coach roof to grab, but if its aesthetics vs safety, we choose safety.
• Visibility from the helm. If you stand on tiptoes, and duck and dive a bit, you can just about see all 4 corners of the boat from the bulkhead main. It is easier for taller people. That helm seat is pretty low, you might want to buy an extra cushion!
• Also, the helm is pretty open to port. On the one hand this makes it easy to nip around, but it feels exposed at sea and would worry me on longer night passages.
• Because of the bulkhead main, there is less room in the aft cockpit than other “open” designs. It is hardly cramped though.
• Ventilation in the saloon. There are no overhead hatches, only 2 forward opening windows.
• With the mast stepped back, you have a pole in the saloon breaking up the space. On the other hand, it’s something to grab onto if the weather turns. You might find yourself doing a bit of impromptu pole dancing if the waves get up.
• The edge of the coach roof can get slippy. Watch your step!

Despite her weight, VPLP have done a great job with the 42 on her sailing characteristics. She accelerates well in gusts and on a beam or a broad reach she is a nice mover.

In a gentle breeze you should be sailing at 5-7 knots and in a Force 4 or moderate breeze 8-9. Downwind with the gennaker up you should log speeds in the low teens.

You can pinch the 42 closer, say to 50 (35-40 apparent), but the speed will drop off and you will start to slip sideways. Folding props should be the next item on your extras list after the square top mainsail. They should buy you an extra knot.

Get the Big Sails Out When You Can When the wind dies, you will have your work cut out for you though. In anything under the 10 knots, the 42 is sluggish unless you have more square footage to fly forward of the mast. A gennaker for downwind work and a Code 0 for angles closer to the wind will keep you moving.

If they didn’t make the budget cut, then you can always power up the leeward engine upwind to get you where you need to go quickly. And if they did make the budget cut then it could be time to think of ordering that parasailor for the downwind work 😉

Well Organised With all the lines coming back to the helm, the 42 is well set up for short handed sailing and she is a forgiving boat.

The self-tacking jib makes things easy, but one thing to note is that with the mast stepped back on these boats, the centre of effort of the mainsail is further aft than on other cats. That will tend to turn the boat into the wind and you need to watch the weather helm and make sure that you balance the sail plan.

The Design Feedback Loop All in all, with the 42, Lagoon has learnt from previous models and fed that information back into the design process. In that respect, this French builder is unique in that they have so much data. Only Fountaine Pajot and Leopard come close.

The previous model, the Lagoon 420 has a long bridgedeck, and small nets. That means big comfort with all that volume, but the performance suffers.  On the Lagoon 42, they brought the bridgedeck ratio (LOA-to-bridgedeck length) down to 1.52-to-1.

Living Space

As with most of the range, this is where the Lagoon 42 excels – it is now part of the French builder’s DNA to build comfortable boats and that means plenty of interior volume for her length.

There’s a top-loading fridge by the stairs to the port hull (it can be tricky to rummage around in the bottom of it while you are perched on the steps).

Navigate from the Sofa Forward, there´s an L-shaped sofa which ends up at the nav station, with a decent sized chart table and the interior B&G nav instruments. All in all, it’s a decent space.

They still haven’t gone for overhead hatches on the 42 (same as the older boats like the 450). I can’t think why, as this is a problem for ventilation, especially when you are cooking on the hook or at the dock – the breeze comes through from two forward windows.

A Big Shower If you go for the owner’s layout, the starboard hull is all for the owner with a spacious island berth aft and plenty of windows for light and visibility. There’s a desk amidships and a huge head forward with a spacious shower space. We’ve no complaints, it’s one of the nicest set ups we’ve seen on a production cat.

In the port hull, the aft berth is repeated and next to it is a private head with a separate shower space. Going forward in the port hull is the forward cabin (not as spacious but with plenty of room) with a head and shower combo. You can convert the forepeak into a skipper berth for charters.

The Lagoon 42 comes with twin 45HP Yanmars with saildrives as standard, but you can opt for 57HPs Yanmars and Flexofold folding propellers if your budget will stand it. I would put the folding props at the top of your options list.

The standard power unit will push you along at 7 knots at 2,000 rpm and just over 8 knots at 3,200 rpm with the pedal to the metal, depending on the sea state of course.

Go for the 57s if You Can You’ll get around half an knot extra with the more powerful engines, but they will help you punch through the waves if you are smacking into them.

Owner’s Review

If you would like more information on the Lagoon 42, Anas & Noellie from Sailing Malaika have also kindly helped us out with an owner’s review.

Lagoon have done a great job on the 42 in designing a boat that punches above its weight on performance for the volume it carries and the comfort that gives.

This model is a big step up from the 420 performance wise and it feels like they are turned the speed dial up versus the previous generation of boats.

The boat can be sluggish in light airs, but then you have the option of the Code 0. Because the mast has been stepped aft, you have room to fly more square metres forward of the mast. Top of your options list should be the square top main as that will push your SA/D ratio up to a more respectable 18.

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How much does a Lagoon 42 Cost? What is the Price? As always, this heavily depends on the options you go for. The basic price for a Lagoon 42 is around the €350k mark, but once you start adding all of those options, you can easily arrive at a figure of €500k. Then you add your taxes, of course. That should give you a ball park figure.

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Elegant and dynamic, stylish and exclusive, the Lagoon 42 sailing catamaran continues the line of famous sea cruisers. Many owners claim that this model is more convenient to manage. This is the result of collaboration between the Lagoon shipyard and the VPLP design bureau on the weight reduction of the catamaran, ergonomics and equipment efficiency. So, in the steering position, everything is at arm's length. And all the sheets go through twin 2-speed Harken electric winches.

The cockpit is designed for a company of 8 people, there are comfortable sofas, a large table for outdoor dining, a large refrigerator with freezer, stove, oven, microwave. A sliding door to the single-level saloon allows you to expand the space by combining both zones.

The navigation post provides a 360-degree view. Standard equipment includes 45 HP Yanmar engines - at cruising speed, the catamaran reaches a speed of 8 knots.

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For private owners, a 3-cabin version is available, and for charters - a 4-cabin version. One of the floats is traditionally reserved for the personal cabin of the owner of the catamaran. Island double bed is located aft. The bathroom in the bow is equipped with a shower and an electric toilet.

Dressing room with full-length wardrobes, a sofa and shelves is completed with a dressing table or a desk. The bulkheads have built-in drawers and small lockers for storing personal items. On the port side are two cabins of different sizes with bathrooms.

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The Lagoon 42, with its distinctive style and assertive personality, is a complete, high-performing, and comfortable catamaran.

On the exterior, it offers a spacious cockpit open to the sea, featuring a dining table capable of accommodating numerous guests, a relaxation area, and seating on the aft beam. The ergonomic helm station enables easy communication between the skipper and the crew. The wide aft skirts provide easy access to the dinghy and secure boarding. Additionally, the forward cockpit furnished with a sunbathing area offers additional living space.

• Type : Saling c catamaran
• Lenght : 12,80m
• Width : 7,70m
• Draught : 1.25
• Lest type : Keeling boat, Small draught
• Yacht category : A
• Security : Coastal
• Flag : Francais
• Water Tank : 300 l
• Fuel Tank : 300 l
• Engine : x2 Inboard, Sail Drive, Yanmar
• MS Full Batten
• Furling Genoa
• Symetric spinnaker
• Asymetric spinnaker
• Releasable forestay
• Main Sail covering
• Carbon mast
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• 220V Circuit
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• Teak cockpit
• Roof protection
• Electric windlass
• Dinghy engine
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The Lagoon 42: Lagoon Shipyard's Best-Selling Model

Lagoon Shipyard, a global leader in pleasure catamarans, is renowned for its innovative and high-performance models. Once again this year, the famous Lagoon 42 continues to establish itself as the best-selling model from the shipyard, combining comfort, design, and performance. Discover the reasons behind this meteoric success and the features that make this catamaran a must-have for sailors.

Bold and Elegant Design

Teamwork with Renowned Designers The modern and sporty appearance of the Lagoon 42 is attributed to a collaboration with the renowned designer Patrick Le Quément. Together, they reworked the hulls, the roof, and the bows to provide a sleek and dynamic silhouette. This bold and innovative design is the result of close cooperation between Lagoon Shipyard, the VPLP naval design firm, and designer Patrick Le Quément.

Clean and Harmonious Lines

With its suspended roof, powerful bows, and beveled bow, the Lagoon 42 captivates with a look that is both modern and timeless. The redesigned hulls offer generous volumes and an excellent balance between performance and comfort.

A Rear-Mounted Mast for Improved Sailing Performance and Easier Maneuvering A style variation in the bows, featuring a reversed bow that enhances the sporty aspect of the catamaran Panoramic hull windows on board to fully enjoy expansive sea views A Catamaran Tailored for Comfort and Performance

Spacious and Well-Designed Living Spaces

The Lagoon 42 offers living spaces designed to meet the expectations of discerning sailors. Its wide gangways make it easy to move between different parts of the boat, while the ergonomic cockpit simplifies maneuvers and provides a friendly space for relaxation. On board, every detail has been carefully considered to optimize comfort and functionality, including:

A bright saloon, thanks to numerous windows that allow in natural light A well-equipped kitchen with everything necessary for preparing great meals at sea Comfortable and well-ventilated cabins, offering optimal rest after a day of sailing.

Unmatched Sailing Performance

Benefiting from Lagoon Shipyard's technical expertise, the Lagoon 42 is a high-performance catamaran that provides an excellent sailing experience. Thanks to its rear-mounted mast, it enjoys a better distribution of sails, resulting in improved balance under sail. The technical choices made for this model also reduce hydrodynamic drag, increasing its cruising speed.

The Pinnacle: Lagoon Shipyard's Best-Seller

With these strengths, the Lagoon 42 unquestionably stands as Lagoon Shipyard's best-selling model, with several hundred units sold since its launch. This success is due to a clever mix of bold design, onboard comfort, and sailing performance, appealing to both amateur boaters and professional skippers. There's no doubt that the Lagoon 42 will continue to inspire sea lovers and the entire boating industry for years to come.

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• Draft 1.25m
• Standard Sail Area 90 sq.m (close hauled)
• Cabins 3 or 4
• Engine 57HP
• Elevated Helm Position
• Open Plan Cockpit and Saloon
• Elegant and Functional Living Spaces
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• Manufacturer Lagoon
• Designer VPLP
• On the Water Price €645,257.00 ex VAT, in UK, with Essential pack
• Typical Final Price €675,145 ex VAT, in UK, well equipped
• Maximum Beam 7.7m
• Air Draught 20.65m
• Displacement 12000kg (light EC)
• Engine Size 57HP
• Standard Fuel Capacity 2 x 300 litres
• Standard Water Capacity 2 x 300 litres

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Hannah grew up on the South Coast, messing about in boats from a young age. And after gaining valuable experience of the marine industry working in a chandlery, she then earned a degree in Marine Sports Science from Plymouth University. Returning to Hamble, she landed an aftersales role with a family-run yacht brokerage which quickly progressed into a successful career in boat sales with a particular focus on catamarans.

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A Sailing Sensation

The Lagoon 42 catamaran is immediately recognizable by her distinctive Lagoon features : vertical saloon windows , integral deck hatches and the efficient, ergonomic helm station that sailors have come to love. Drawn by naval architects VPLP Design and Patrick le Quément, her good looks , excellent performance and exacting construction standards make this cruiser a winning choice for day sailors and extended bluewater sailing trips alike. Thanks to her rig moved further aft , high-aspect mainsail and self-tacking jib , the Lagoon 42 has an enhanced performance and ease of handling that easily adapts to all conditions. And, a focus on weight reduction and optimized weight distribution during design and production further enhances her performance. The true sailor will delight in this well-rounded cruising catamaran , built for years of durable and reliable cruising.

Thoughtful Design

Take the wheel from the ergonomic, 2-person helm station with optional bimini top , where all control lines converge for easy sailing. From the helm station, a thoughtfully designed flow allows for convenient access to the aft cockpit , foredeck and new coachroof sunbathing lounge . The aft cockpit is a highlight of the Lagoon 42 , with space that is unprecedented on a boat of this size. The aft platform and transom steps have been widened creating a generous space for leisure activities and relaxation.

Functionality & Space

The Lagoon’s light and bright saloon combines efficient functionality with sweeping space, storage and worktops throughout. The generously-sized dinette can accommodate your whole crew , and the corner chart table and nav station bring together the ship’s instruments. The well-equipped, U-shaped galley faces the same-level aft cockpit for convenient access and serving. Crew will be comfortably accommodated aboard this perfectly-sized cruiser with your choice of cabin layouts : an efficient 4-cabin/4/bath version , or the 3-cabin/3-bath version with an impressive owner’s suite.

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S/V Island Life is a one owner, 3 cabin owner’s version 2018 Lagoon 42 catamaran, for sale by owner. This model is one of the most popular catamarans Lagoon has built. It’s roomy cabins, wide berth, and easy sailing makes it very enjoyable for the entire family.

She is equipped with the upgraded Yanmar 57hp engines, 9kw Onan generator, flat solar panels on roof, updated Victron controller and monitor, and water maker.

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Lagoon 42: A Comprehensive Review

Welcome to the first catamaran review in our new series, and we’re kicking things off with the lagoon 42.

I can’t think of a more popular catamaran manufacturer than Lagoon. They seem to be everywhere you look, in every cruising ground, from the Mediterranean to French Polynesia. If you plan to go on a charter holiday, chances are you’ll book onto a Lagoon. If you plan to buy a cruising catamaran, you’ll probably at least consider Lagoon, particularly if living space is a priority. In short, they’re popular catamarans.

The first Lagoon we’ll be reviewing is the 42, the new and improved version of the 420. This is an exceptionally popular model, and with very good reason. There’s plenty of plain old ‘tours’ on YouTube, so our video focuses more heavily on analysing the different features of the boat with liveaboard cruising in mind. We’ve designed five categories, each with a score out of 10, in order to fully assess this boat. Let’s start with Safety and Design.

Safety and Design

Now, when we say ‘design’ in this context, we’re not talking about aesthetics (that will come later). We’re talking about practical design, with the sailor in mind. The factors that we’re looking at in this category are:

• Helm position
• Helm visibility
• Liferaft position
• Practicality under sail and on watch

Build quality also comes into assessing safety of course, but that’s a separate category all on it’s own.

Firstly, the liferaft. This is an easy one: the liferaft is positioned in the middle of the transom, with excellent access.

Let’s talk about the helm. This is an area that could be perfect, but we feel that Lagoon have made a couple of fundamental design errors. First, the positives: the helm area is large space, plenty of room for one person to helm while the other works the lines. The seat is big enough for two people to comfortably sit together, and all controls, winches and lines are within easy reach. There’s great protection from the sun and weather due to a hard-top bimini with plexiglass panels, which allows you to easily see the sails while remaining under cover. Access to the cockpit is straightforward via steps.

The issues are twofold: firstly, there’s no physical barrier between the helmsperson and the water, apart from a cockpit tent. In rough seas, or even if you just lost your footing, you could easily fall to the sidedeck, and then into the water. Preventing MOB situations is our number one priority, and ensuring the person on watch is totally safe is very important to us. So we would require some kind of barrier in place- that is more solid than canvas- in order to make the helm as safe as possible.

Secondly, while the visibility of the two sterns is excellent, the forward visibility over that high coachroof is quite poor, particularly when sitting on the seat (and particularly for those of us who are on the petite side!). Even Nick would be unable to keep a proper watch while slouched on the helm seat for hours on end; it would require the person on watch to constantly stand up and look around. We like to make our lives as easy as possible when underway, and clearly this is going to be irritating at best. It’s all too easy to imagine getting lazy after your umpteenth day at sea and then missing that obstruction in the water or tiny boat that doesn’t have AIS. Good helm visibility is a must, and therefore we’d look to raising the helm position, possibly on an adjustable pedestal so it can be lowered again if need be.

Another potential issue is the recessed hand holds around the coachroof. We prefer a grab rail that you can clip onto if things are rough. Also, I (Terysa) found I really had to stretch in order to hold on, and as you know, if it’s not easy to do, at some point you just won’t bother and then things become less safe. On the upside, the recessed groove doubles up as a rain catching device. Grab rails could of course be manufactured and added later.

That all being said, we were generally impressed with the safety and design features of the 42. The helm was easy to access from the cockpit, the nav station had excellent visibility with almost 360 degree views, so on night watch we’d definitely stay indoors and do our watches from the safety of the nav station, unless we had to go to the helm for a particular reason or to check sail trim. The liferaft was in the ideal position, there were no hard edges anywhere inside so less chance of injuring oneself in rough seas (or just if you trip and fall), and the deck was wide enough to walk around on comfortably. The issues that we raised were all easily rectified, so it would be more a matter of making these changes either at the time of build (Lagoon seem fairly happy to do this type of thing) or later down the line.

Therefore, we’re happy to give Safety and Design a 7/10.

Build Quality

This is a big category, and one that is very important to us. I want to start by saying that we were very impressed with the build quality and attention to detail we saw evident in the Lagoon range. It’s clear they’ve thought about what they’re doing and they care about making their boats as good quality as is possible at while adhering to their price point. This is a production boat of course, but still- we’d be very happy sailing this boat across oceans.

(Side note: Lagoon are the most popular catamaran to do the ARC rally, which crosses the Atlantic every year. So there you go.)

Let’s get down to the details.

We’re looking at:

• Fittings and latches
• Steering mechanism
• Hull construction

There’s other elements of the boat where you could make an assessment on build quality of course; but to keep things manageable we’ve chosen aspects of the build that hopefully give an indication of the level of quality throughout.

The joinery is, of course, not as high quality as you might find in a catamaran of a higher price point, but that said the quality is there where it really counts. The joinery is veneer faced plywood and the edges are all solid wood, meaning that you’re less likely to get peeling of the veneer over time. Everything felt solid and nothing felt flimsy or had any give in it. The fittings and latches felt similarly robust, and all drawers were soft-close. All edges were curved, steamed plywood.

The hull is constructed of a balsa core, with solid GRP below the waterline. The balsa core keeps the boat light (well, kind of; we’ll get to displacement in a moment) and GRP below the waterline is a must.

Evidence of good build quality is also clear to the naked eye: all struts are oversized and very solid. Take the davit system for example- there’s no flimsiness here. Likewise the struts around the cockpit and in the helm position.

Looking in the engine bay, the first thing Nick noticed was the easy access, which is safer with Lagoons most recent models; they’ve moved the access to inside the stern guardrails, and the hatch opens in such a way to give you additional protection in following seas. The engine bay is very large, which is to be expected on a catamaran this size.

The steering mechanism is a great way to assess the build quality of any boat. In the Lagoon 42 the tie-rod for the rudders was a 2 inch tube with good quality rose joints, and the nuts are torqued and marked to show slippage or movement. That’s good attention to detail.

Our expectations were exceeded when it came to build quality, and we’d have no qualms about taking this boat across oceans. She’s extremely solid, with good attention to detail throughout.

We’re giving it a very good score of 8/10.

Interior Design

This category takes into account a lot of factors, such as:

• Guest accommodation
• Shower room

Basically we’re looking at how easy, comfortable and enjoyable it would be to live on this boat while at anchor, which, let’s face it, is where we spend most of our time.

The cockpit is huge and exactly what we would want in a catamaran cockpit. It’s got a table with an L shaped settee, as well as several other seating options. The helm position is separate but still part of the same space, making the helmsperson accessible while under way. The only issue is the cockpit cushions; they’re hard and thin and not at all comfortable to sit on.

Aesthetics are subjective, but I like the new Lagoon ‘look’. They’ve finally moved on from the light wood veneer and back towards a cosier and (dare I say it) more boaty feel. Interesting move, at a time when the trend is definitely towards lighter coloured interiors, and it works well.

The galley was a little small and to be honest I didn’t love the layout and narrow bench space. It’s actually no bigger than our current galley, although there’s considerably more cold storage.

Ventilation is a big deal to those of us planning to live in the tropics. I won’t go on about it too much (I talk about it a LOT in the video), but suffice it to say that there’s great ventilation in the 42, particularly in the cabins.

Speaking of the cabins: there is a big bed of 175cm width, which has clear access all around it (very important for Nick’s nightly routine of getting up and spending between 3 and 4am in the saloon reading Reddit). Making this bed every day would be so easy as well.

The shower room is huge, obviously, and there’s an incredible amount of storage in the owner’s hull. The guest accommodations are equally impressive and I can definitely imagine either of our parents being extremely comfortable in their own hull with a smaller but perfectly functional shower room/heads.

Nick and I had different ideas about how to score this category, but we settled on 6/10. This is a great space and absolutely huge, but there were some purely personal aesthetic aspects we didn’t love as much as we wanted to, which brought the score down a little.

(And THIS is why we’re opening up the scoring to everyone! Even we can’t agree; so much of this is subjective. Plus, we love hearing everyone else’s opinions and thoughts.)

Performance

Lagoons are not known for their performance. In fact, let me tell you a little story very quickly. Last year we were sailing from Bahamas to Bermuda (about 800 miles) in a flotilla of about 6 boats. We were the shortest, along with a Lagoon 38. We said to each other, “Well, at least we won’t be last. We’ll definitely beat the Lagoon to Bermuda.”

Well guess what? We had 20 knots on the beam the whole way, and they got in 6 hours before us.

That said, they’re hardly a performance catamaran. Let’s take a look at some stats:

• LOA: 12.8 metres
• Beam: 7.7 metres
• Draught: 1.2 metres (stubbed keels)
• Drive type: sail drive (unskegged rudders)
• Mainsail area: 55m2
• Genoa area: 35m2
• Displacement: 12.1 tonnes

And now for the performance polar diagram:

Pointing ability is quite poor, and although the theoretical speeds are around 12 knots in 24 kts of wind at 120°, chances are that the boat will be so heavily laden (I mean, of course you’re going to fill up all those cupboards and lockers if you’re living onboard- I know I would) that it’s not often you’d exceed 10 knots of cruising speed.

We give performance a rather modest 4/10.

Value for Money

This is a tough one, because what we consider to be good value, another person may not. Value for money should be objective- aren’t we just comparing prices after all?- but it’s actually highly subjective. However, we docked points for the discrepancy between the base price and how much we’d have to spend on extras and adjustments to get it ready for a circumnavigation. The full price list for the Lagoon 42 and extras is available as a PDF download below.

We’ll talk more about money in future episodes, but for now we’ll give it a score of 5/10.

Submit Your Scores!

We gave the Lagoon 42 a total of 30/50, and most of that was weighted in favour of build quality and safety (two very important criteria for us!). So even though we ended up with a relatively modest score, we really liked the 42. As our scoring breakdown shows, there are compromises to be made with the 42 (namely in performance and, to a lesser extent, aesthetics) but they’re compromises we may be happy to make.

Now, YOU can submit your scores, which you can do via  this link !

Simply tick the box of the catamaran you wish to score (only videos we’ve already released will be available), then use the sliders to score each category, then click the VOTE button. Easy! (But if you need further instructions, you can find them here ).

Make sure you leave a comment with your score and thoughts so we can keep the conversation going!

Nick & Terysa

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Was curious to see the list of upgrades that contributed to the overall price price you mentioned in the video that would be necessary to make this boat offshore ready. I thought the video mentioned the list would be in the description, but I couldn’t find it. My apologies if it was there.

Hey mate! It’s right there in the ‘Value For Money’ paragraph, available as a download. Cheers.

Thanks for the great review. We own a Lagoon 42 (SV Blue Buddha) and manage the Facebook Lagoon 42 owner’s group. If this boat is still on your list, you should join the FB group as there are many threads about some of the items you raised from other owners that are useful for potential owners. Regarding the performance, almost all owners of the L42 use the code zero most of the time instead of the self tacker jib. This dramatically changes the sail plan and performance. Sailing close to wind speed is common and sailing double digits is not a rare occurrence. SV IceCat, a L42, won the cruising multihull division of the 2018 ARC against much larger boats. I know the ARC is not a real race but it is still informative that the L42 did so well. Also, take a look at the performance of SV Starship Friendship during the atlantic crossing which they documented in their Youtube channel. Even though they were pushing the boat a bit too much (multiple days without taking down the spinnaker), the boat took the abuse extremely well and their speeds were beyond impressive. It is not surprising that the L42 is considered by many to be one of the best-performing cats produced by Lagoon in years. Over the years we have sailed most production cats in the 38-46 range and we ended up selecting the 42 specifically because of its performance. It is truly a joy to sail! Nestor & Yolanda at SV BlueBuddha.

Thankyou so much Nestor and Yolanda for your valuable input!

Did you recall the location of the freezer in the salon? That was our one big drawback. To access it, you have to be on the steps down to the port hull and then reach back over. Hard to imagine able to reach into the bottom of the freezer. Just curious how big a deal that is to you and your cruising?

Hi, I’ve been following your reviews and some other things via you tube channels. I have been going to Le Grande Motte for 3 years since the Lagoon 42 was presented and am also a future catamaran buyer, probably for the same reasons you both are. I can’t agree more to your valuation of the boats I’ve seen you review till now. The Lagoon 42 is my favorite since the first day I saw it some years ago, but your input certainly has opened my eyes to some issues I had missed. It will be most intereesting to see what other reviews you come up with, so thanks in advance. In the meantime, I am in Barcelona, so if you are in the area and want to meet for a beer or need any support with local hassle, please feel free to get in touch.

Hi – Loved your Lagoon 42 video! I am trying to decide between a Lagoon 42 and a Bali 4.2, have you ever made a video on the Bali 4.2? I would love to hear what you think of the Bali 4.2. Thanks…

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