hard top yacht

"Better than a New Boat" is what some of our customers say after they have updated looks and function with a composite fiberglass and aluminum Custom Hardtop from Atlantic Towers. If your existing canvas top is looking a little tatty, before you commit for an expensive new bimini check out our full range of Custom Hardtops for boats in the 20 foot to 60 foot + size range.

Atlantic's family of custom ATL self trimming aluminum extrusions allows for Custom Hardtops of fiberglass and aluminum to be constructed with out the expense of a mold or time consuming edge finishing. ( click here for full technical information ) Typically 1/3 weight and 1/2 the cost of solid glass aftermarket hardtops, here are some of the reasons to consider an Atlantic Towers Custom Hardtops:

• LIGHT WEIGHT: A typical 70-80 square foot top weighs less than 150 pounds including supports and mounting hardware.
• STRONG: One piece all welded construction, means no bolted connection between heavy fiberglass lid and legs.
• FULLY ENGINEERED structure means no on-site welding and fitting. Atlantic Towers hardtops arrive ready to install.
• ENCLOSURE fits easily in optional track system, with hardtop overhang to protect from rain and spray (enclosure by others).
• LONGER LIFE from your enclosure. Fitting enclosures to a stable hardtop instead of a bimini reduces stress on zippers and fittings.
• REINFORCED to accept mounting of antennas, radar, search lights, and other equipment
• CONCEALED WIRING: Exclusive ATL self trimming mounts and hollow frame allow concealment of cables and equipment mounting bolts.
• CUSTOM DESIGN using our library of 1000s of production boat specs, allows customers to choose from a number of design possibilities or develop one of their own with the assistance of our design engineers.

Custom Fishing Hardtop

If you have been looking for a solid, watertight enclosure that looks great and is priced right, you've found it. Owners of smaller walk-around style boats have found Atlantic's popular Custom Fishing HardTop to be the ideal solution. A full 4 Rod Rocket Launcher is standard, along with mounts for Halogen Spreader Cockpit Floodlights, a variety of antennas and Radar.

Each Tower is also as stylish as it is durable. To ensure design continuity, each Custom Fishing HardTop is custom fabricated to match the existing lines of your boat's windshield.

Atlantic's Hardtops are shipped complete with all the components and guidelines needed for easy "bolt-on" installation. No welding is required' eliminating the possibility of damaging your boat's finish. The best part is, there is no need to leave your boat at some strange facility for days or even weeks, while your pipe work is being completed.

Standard Features One piece all-welded top frame of Atlantic's proprietary ATL6 aluminum extrusion and supporting legs of schedule 40 aluminum measuring nearly 2" O.D. finished in 320 spiral texture and bright dip anodized. High quality hand laid fiberglass top . 360 degree overhanging edge for weather protection, with provision for canvas track installation . Two side mount antenna plates and two halogen light mounts aft . Overhead hand rail running port to starboard just aft of helm seat -Rectangular carlins (roof beams) for added strength and to allow installation of reel hangers, rod racks and other equipment . Custom aluminum fittings for attachment of supporting legs to boat . Stainless steel hardware . Aluminum backup plates.

Atlantic's Custom Fishing Hardtop is specifically designed for retrofitting to walk around and express style boats. With it's unique cantilevered design, the Custom Fishing Hardtop requires no forward supports in it's normal configuration. Nothing to obstruct your field of view from the helm, nothing to interfere with front or side opening windshields, only clean lines and nothing to interfere with an enclosure. Strong enough to support hundreds of pounds of gear, and shrug off the beating a boat takes running offshore, yet very light weight overall. In fact a Custom Fishing Hardtop weighs less than 100 pounds for most applications.

Each Custom Fishing Hardtop is made from high strength corrosion resistant aluminum alloys. The aluminum is spiral finished with a fine 320 abrasive, before it is given a chemical cleaning process called "bright dip" which gives it the appearance of brushed chrome, or brushed stainless. After bright dip, it is clear anodized, which is the build up of a hard clear oxide finish for maximin salt water protection. The perimeter hardtop frame is shaped using our proprietary ATL-6 aluminum extrusion. This extrusion provides a self-trimming recess for the hand laid fiberglass top surface, allowing it to be securely fitted to the all welded structural frame with no exposed fasteners.

Using our proprietary database, each Atlantic Towers Custom Fishing Hardtop is custom designed and fabricated to order for your individual boat. The leading edge of the Custom Fishing Hardtop is shaped to conform to the shape of the windshield on your boat, for a factory installed look, and easy fit of a wrinkle free enclosure. The arch style legs are stylish, strong, and make for easy installation. The pipe used to fabricate the legs is 1 1/2" schedule 40 marine grade aluminum pipe, which measures 1.90" on the outside with a very heavy wall thickness.

Base Price: $4999* * Full width or expanded area top (most walk-around style boats with recessed side decks are at standard pricing, tops for traditional express style boats, larger runabouts, and extra wide walk-arounds require a top of more than 30 square feet at additional cost) $600.00 Traditional Leg Option Add $800

Custom Hardtop

All Atlantic Towers Custom Hardtops are completely engineered products. They are ready for installation without any field welding or additional fabrication when they leave our plant. As a result, they can be packed and shipped anywhere in the world.

Or for considerable freight savings, Supporting legs and structure may be designed to demount using one of several Atlantic Towers custom hardware fittings. Larger tops may then be shipped "flat" as in the photos below.

Boat hardtops for sale

We produce fiberglass hardtops for popular boat brands such as Sea Ray, Bayliner, Baja, Ranger, Malibu, and Pontoon boats in size between 20-30ft.

High quality hardtops

Our boat hardtops are engineered by our European team and built in our factory in Thailand. Therefore, we can assure you the best quality for an excellent price. All our boat roofs are made out of fiberglass to ensure robust stability and lightweight.

Install boat hardtop

We designed our boat hardtops to place them on a bimini top frame. So, you can switch from your bimini top to hardtop in view steps.

Custom made boat hardtop

If our standard roof doesn't fit your boat, we are also offering custom made hardtops.  No matter what type of boat from the center console to pontoon boats, we can do it for you.

Choose between standard & custom made boat hardtops

Standard boat hardtops

The regular size we currently offer is 200cm x 227cm. This size fits the most boats between 20-30ft.

Custom made boat hardtops

If the regular size doesn't fit your boat, we are happy to produce your hardtop after your measurements.

Switching from bimini top to hardtop made easy.

We build our hardtop in a way to make it easier for you to set it up. If you already have a bimini top, you can replace the fabric and fix it on the underlying frame. In a short time, your boat is ready to go.

Please note we don't offer the support frame for the hardtop. The best way is to ask your local bimini top builder to make the framework.

Building a fiberglass hardtop

The hardtop is entirely made out of fiberglass, which makes it light enough to place it on your bimini top framework. Also, to stop the water flowing into the cockpit, we build a water channel into the hardtop.

The middle strip gives the roof more stiffness and can be used to place mobile solar panels or other small equipment. Safety always comes first -  to make your time on the boat as safe as possible; we integrate two handrails .

Upgrade your boat

• Email Adress
• Forgot Password?

Fiberglass Hardtop - NC Deluxe

• Boat Make: Model: Boat Year: Boat Gel Coat Color: Bright White (Work Truck White) Cloud White (Faded White) Cream (Off White) Buff (Down-East White) Other Color (Use Notes) Grab Rail Options: No Grab Rails Side-Mount Grab Rails   +$300.00 Wrap-Around Grab Rails (Back and Sides)   +$450.00 Kingfish Rod Holder Options: No Kingfish Rod Holders Kingfish Rod Holders   +$200.00 Outrigger Plate Options: No Outrigger Plates Outrigger Plates   +$200.00 Lumitec Overhead Dome Lights: No Overhead Dome Lights 2 Overhead Lights (White/Red)   +$450.00 2 Overhead Lights (White/Blue)   +$450.00 Anodized or Powder Coat: Anodized Aluminum White Powder Coat   +$600.00 Cream Powder Coat   +$600.00 20% Matte Black Powder Coat   +$600.00 90% Gloss Black Powder Coat   +$600.00 Texture Black Powder Coat   +$600.00 Other Color Powder Coat (Use Notes)   +$600.00 Notes:
• 2" Pipe Frame
• 4 Rod Holders
• Molded Radio Box
• 3 LED Spreader Lights
• Anchor Light
• Installation

Previous Projects

1801 Parker T Top – T Tops For Parker Boats

Check out this 1801 Parker T Top.  This custom ttop received our standard features as well as some other.  Standard […]

Carolina Skiff Elite T Top

We just installed this Carolina Skiff Elite T Top.  This boat is a Carolina Skiff 21 Elite Series.  Custom T […]

Aluminum Hardtop Frame For Tidewater Boat

We had a customer call about his broken hardtop.  Several locations of the frame were beyond repair, so we built […]

Related Products

• Email Address *

• Standard Features
• 18′-20′ Options
• 21′-25′ Options
• Pursuit Options
• Offshore Cabins – 360 Photo Tours
• DOC’S BABY – 35′ VOYAGER
• HOOKED UP – 37′ VOYAGER
• LUCKY BOY II – 44′ PILOT HOUSE
• THE CODFATHER II – 44′ WALK AROUND
• PAINT/VINYL COLORS
• FIRE VESSEL (Infographic)
• LANDING CRAFT
• SEAHAWK PATROL
• CREW TRANSPORT
• BRISTOL BAY
• Find a Dealer
• WHY NORTH RIVER?
• Request Catalog

Set your main menu in Appearance > Menus

Relaxed. Sleek lines.  Refreshed design featuring the smooth contoured cabin with a laid back windshield rake.  Enhancing the overall polished appearance and exceeding your expectations.  Seahawk Performance. Hard Top comfort.

The popularity of the North River Seahawk is evident wherever you look. First and foremost, it’s about the ride. Like all other North Rivers the Seahawk Hard Top is made entirely of premium quality marine grade aluminum alloy. The hull is shaped and precision welded to increase strength and create a smooth seamless surface to maximize ride, engine efficiency and performance. The expansive rear deck allows ample room to showcase your talents and land the big fish. So cruise offshore for endless miles, navigate inland bays or deltas in ultimate comfort and with the utmost confidence.

HARD TOP GALLERY

360 Photo Tour

Request more information about the hard top.

HARD TOP SPECIFICATIONS

Hard Top Options VIEW

Paint & Vinyl Options View

Hard Top Spec Sheet DOWNLOAD

Maintenance Manual – Outboard Boats   DOWNLOAD

Search engine

You can add any HTML here (admin -> Theme Options -> Promo Popup). We suggest you create a static block and put it here using shortcode

Don't show this popup again

Privacy Overview

• Open & Center console boats
• Cabin boats
• River boats
• Used Beneteau motorboats for sale
• Used Jeanneau motorboats for sale
• QUICKSILVER
• CAP CAMARAT
• MERRY FISHER
• New motorboats
• Used aluminium sailboats for sale
• 10 to 12 meters used sailboats for sale
• 12 to 14 meters used sailboats for sale
• Used Beneteau sailboats for sale
• Used Bavaria sailboats for sale
• SUN ODYSSEY
• New sailboats
• Boats ad visibility booster pack
• Boat quotation
• Frequently asked questions

Used Hard-Top yachts for sale

Marquis 420 sc, acm heritage 26, ferretti 460, prestige 30 sport top, cranchi m44 ht, tecnomar 26, prestige 390 s, jeanneau leader 10, jeanneau merry fisher 1095, arcoa 39 mystic, sea ray sundancer 410, jeanneau leader 36, canados 65 s, astondoa 49 gl, beneteau gran turismo 34, jeanneau nc 9, tullio abbate 42 exception, beneteau antares 30, jeanneau nc 11, riva 68 ego super, beneteau flyer 12, pershing 8x, acm elite 31, jacabo 1300 ak, why trust us , already 3497 boats sold through us, what is a hard-top yacht, the main features of a hard top yacht.

Initially built by northern shipyards before becoming popular internationally, hard-top yachts are habitable motorboats with enclosed decks . The hard-top, which is of Scandinavian origin, is an integral part of the yacht's structure. It is basically a hard roof protecting the cockpit. Depending on the boat, this top can be opened to create a large seating area with a panoramic view of the sea. Boating with a hard-top is just as pleasant during the winter months when it gets cold as the summer months when the sun beats down. The hard-top effectively replaces awnings or biminis, so the boat can go a lot faster without anything breaking; the result being a weather-resistant boat. Thanks to their open cockpit protected by a hard roof, hard-top yachts are perfect for offshore cruising with family or friends .

The manufacturers Bavaria , Régal , Elan and Jeanneau specialise in this kind of boat that usually measures between 9 and 15 metres in length.

Two other versions of the boat exist:

• the open express cruiser : this version has a closed foredeck with the cockpit remaining open;
• and flybridge boats : this version features a second helm on the upper deck, with a panoramic view.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of an hard-top yacht?

Opting for a hard-top yacht means you're choosing a boat with lots of good features:

• sailing in all weathers: as the cockpit is protected, you'll never be afraid when it gets too sunny or rainy ever again;
• excellent visibility: the cockpit is surrounded by large windows which do not obstruct the view ;
• direct access to the water: hard-tops are open to the sea so you get to enjoy fantastic views of the water and all the joys of sailing;
• a large draught: this makes the boat faster and safer;
• a socialising space: having an area that is open to the sea with sun loungers is ideal for enjoying as a group ;
• the roof's long lifespan: hard-tops are more weatherproof than any sail.

But there are a few drawbacks too:

• Restricted air circulation: the cockpit is protected on all sides, making it difficult for air to circulate in hot weather and you'll no longer feel the wind in your hair;
• increased costs in some ports.

Have hard-top yachts caught your eye? Browse our used hard-top motorboat ads on Band of Boats and sail over the waves with a weatherproof roof.

Other types of used motorboats

Related searches.

• Subscribe Now
• Digital Editions

Best hardtop sportscruisers: Our top picks from the used boat market

• Top stories

Used boat expert Nick Burnham picks out four of the best hardtop sportscruisers on the market, from the likes of Princess, Jeanneau, Sunseeker and Fairline…

Hardtop sportscruisers haven’t always been as ubiquitous as they are right now. Back in 1998 Windy introduced its replacement for the Grand Mistral 36, the Grand Mistral 37. That very slight change in name is echoed by a very slight change in boat, the 37 was an evolution of the 36 – Windy wasn’t about to mess too much with a winning formula.

But there was one surprise that came with the new model. The option of an open-backed hard top. At the time, this was a seriously rare option for sportscruisers much below 60ft.

Princess Yachts , for example, introduced its first hardtop sportscruiser two years later, and it was the 65ft Princess V65 . What’s interesting about this brave move of Windy’s is how popular it proved to be. It’s actually quite rare to find a used 37 Grand Mistral without one.

Other manufacturers soon took note, and now the reverse is true – it’s rare to find a sportscruiser of circa 40ft and above without a hard top. Here are four examples that prove the point.

4 of the best hardtop sportscruisers

Princess v39.

Built: 2013 Price: €370,000

Princess Yachts originally launched a V39 back in 1994. It was a hugely successful boat, soon morphing into the Princess V40 (extended bathing platform) and then V42 (extended hull).

Time ran out on the triumvirate 15 years later with over 500 built and when a new Princess V42 was created a couple of years after that, it missed the ‘entry level’ mark on size and price. Princess needed a new route into the marque, and the new Princess V39 was introduced at the London Boat Show in 2012.

The big news about Princess’s new baby was the sense that there was no compromise in the interior fit-out. Satin finished walnut abounded throughout and everything from the light switches to the glass splash back around the galley was the equal of much larger (and more expensive) models in the range.

The layout echoed those earlier boats, with the owner’s cabin in the bow, mid-cabin back under the forward section of cockpit and saloon opposite the galley between them. But somehow the boat felt bigger everywhere than its predecessors.

Owner’s cabin in the bow is more than generous, with top quality fittings, too

Where the original V39, and the V40 and V42 evolutions that followed were resolutely open boats, a hardtop sportscruiser never even gracing the options list, the new Princess V39 was hard top only. How times have changed.

But the advantage with developing the boat as a hard top is how cohesive it looks. The way the swoop of the rear profile matches the buttresses either side of the bathing platform is particularly pleasing.

Satin finish walnut was the norm on most V39s but this one has the light oak option

Performance

There was just as much choice in the engine bay – i.e. none. But again, optimising the boat around a single option – twin Volvo Penta D6-330 sterndrive diesels – is not without its advantages. Top speed on test was a healthy 37 knots with 29 knots the most efficient cruising speed.

Princess opted for flatter aft hull sections for more efficient planing but kept the deep vee forward to cut through the chop. The result is a harder upwind ride at speed, although lowering the tabs to dig the deeper vee forward sections helps.

Specifications

LOA: 42ft 6in (13m) Beam: 12ft 5in (3.8m) Draught: 3ft 4in (1.0m) Displacement: 9.1 tonnes Fuel capacity: 650 litres Engines: Volvo Penta D6-330 330hp diesels Location: St Tropez Contact: Parton Yachting

Fairline Targa 48 Open

Built: 2014 Price: £569,950

When Fairline launched its new Targa 48 in 2013, it had everything to play for. This was the marque’s first all-new boat for two years and £3m of development costs resulted in the first Fairline with a resin infused hull instead of hand laid.

It was also the first Fairline with monocoque construction whereby both inner and outer liners are structural load bearing elements and the first time Fairline had spun three boats from one hull – the Targa 48 Open you see here; the Targa 48 GT (closed deck saloon) and the Squadron 48 (closed deck saloon and a flybridge on top).

A vastly different and more spacious boat than the Targa 47 it replaced, it was more than a foot wider, a lot higher and had very different styling. The lower deck sports the biggest differences.

That height allows standing headroom beneath the cockpit, and that allows the owner’s cabin to be positioned aft, taking full advantage of that palatial beam. What used to be the owner’s cabin in the bow is now the guest cabin.

Owner’s cabin is aft thanks to the additional headroom, and it’s palatial with lots of storage

This was the first Fairline to be designed by Slovakian design house Seaway alongside Fairline’s in-house design team. The result was a very different looking boat.

Earlier boats (like this one) had squared-off windows in very high topsides (later boats got dagger style windows). A high/low platform was a popular option and Open versions have tender garages big enough to swallow a Williams 285 tender.

Those changes keep on coming – this was the first Fairline to be designed and engineered exclusively for IPS drives. Mated to IPS600 5.5-litre 435hp diesels, top speed was a smidge over 30 knots with everything clean (dirty props reduce IPS efficiency surprisingly quickly).

Feel the width and the extra height down below, not least in the stylish galley and saloon

Fairline used jackshafts to position the engines further forward in the hull than they would otherwise have been, moving the centre of gravity forward. This not only improves seakeeping, but also visibility, with that more balanced hull reducing bow lift.

Three and a half turns whip the Targa 48 from lock to lock, imbuing it with appropriately sporty handling.

LOA: 50ft 5in (15.4m) Beam: 14ft 2in (4.3m) Draught: 3ft 3in (1.0m) Displacement: 13 tonnes Fuel capacity: 1,308 litres Engines: Twin Volvo Penta IPS600 435hp diesel engines Location: Mallorca Contact: boats.co.uk

Sunseeker Portofino 53

Built: 2006 Price: €330,000

Launched in 2003, the Sunseeker Portofino 53 replaced the Camargue 50, a beautiful and unashamedly open boat (although there was also a hardtop sportscruiser option). It proved popular, and Sunseeker launched a MK2 version of it in 2006.

Pre-dating the full beam owner’s cabins, the owner of this fine ship gets the fore cabin, complete with en suite.

There’s a generous saloon in the centre of the lower deck opposite a galley mostly concealed inside a long sideboard and then two further cabins aft, one with side-by-side beds, the other with crossover beds at 90 degrees to each other.

But as ever with Sunseekers of this era, the big news is the cabinetry, a riot of rich satin finished cherry or walnut with chunky cappings, Maple was a rare option too.

Owner’s fore cabin with en suite plenty big enough with useful eye-level locker units

This is a Sunseeker boat from the old school. Long of snout, acres of foredeck arc forward from the windscreen, the sheer line describing a perfect curve from nose to tail beneath it.

This is what boats used to look like before accommodation took priority over styling (most modern boats have the windscreen six feet further forward to free up more space in the cockpit). No wonder this is such a great looking boat.

At the business end there are four forward facing seats and at the fun end, there’s a garage big enough for a Williams 325. A large settee splits them, complete with fold-out table and a wet bar.

The entire forward roof section cantilevers back to open the helm, although later MK2 versions got a more conventional sliding sunroof.

A pair of Volvo Penta D12 715hp diesels or MAN D2876LE 730hp engines, both on shaft drive were offered on launch, this boat getting the former for a top speed of about 33 knots.

Later boats got 800hp motors of either persuasion for a couple of knots more but there was also a Predator 55 version – the longer platform hiding Arneson surface drives connected to over 2,000hp worth of twin MANs giving a 45-knot max.

Sit back in comfort and bask in the rich finish and craftmanship of the cherry wood saloon

Over 50ft long, shaft drive and weighing in at almost 20 tonnes, you’d expect the Predator 53 to be a good sea boat and it is.

LOA: 56ft 11in (17.3m) Beam: 15ft 1in (4.6m) Draught: 4ft 0in (1.2m) Displacement: 19.3 tonnes Fuel capacity: 1,840 litres Engines: Twin Volvo Penta D12-715 715hp diesel engines Location: Italy Contact: Sunseeker Brokerage

Jeanneau Prestige 390S

Built: 2012 Price: €190,000

Originally launched as the Jeanneau Prestige 380S, the 390S more accurately represents its length of 39ft 1in. It was designed from the off as a hardtop sportscruiser and is surprisingly spacious both inside and out.

It’s the usual matt cherry and cream linings of the era inside this Jeanneau ; a little bland but it’s certainly never going to offend anyone.

And the space for a sub-40ft boat is excellent. There’s a centreline double berth in the owner’s cabin forward, and a generous three-sided dinette (which converts to occasional extra sleeping) opposite an L-shaped galley.

Back aft, the usual twin berths run beneath the cockpit in the mid-cabin but actually with a usefully high ceiling, and there’s space for a decent settee in here – somewhere to tuck yourself away with a good book perhaps.

Forward owner’s cabin is spacious and comfortable, if a little bland

Large hull windows were still a rarity when this model was launched, which is perhaps why Jeanneau only fitted one into the starboard topsides. The hard top integrates well with the design and features a large solid sliding section, beneath which the cockpit is split into two distinct zones.

The forward section has a double helm with a wet bar behind it and a large dinette, while further aft there is a second lower seating area (there was an option to split these two areas off, making the forward section akin to a deck saloon).

But what you might not expect, especially given that there’s not the usual ubiquitous sunbed, is a small tender garage beneath that aft seating area.

Cummins Mercruiser was the motor of choice for this model, a brace of them transmitting their 320hp each through Zeus pod drives. Top speed is in the 30-knot region, but at the other end of the performance envelope, a joystick control makes low speed manoeuvring in marinas and tight spaces much easier.

Horseshoe-shaped dinette is very roomy and converts for additional sleeping space

Michael Peters was responsible for the hull design – always a winning combination with Jeanneau. Good seakeeping is married to its eyecatching looks, with that beautiful flair to the topsides that is a frequent trademark of his designs.

LOA: 39ft 1in (11.9m) Beam: 12ft 10in (3.9m) Draught: 3ft 4in (1.0m) Displacement: 7.5 tonnes Fuel capacity: 920 litres Engines: Cummins Mercruiser 320hp diesel engines Location: Mallorca Contact: boats.co.uk

First published in the September 2022 issue of MBY.

4 more hardtop sportscruisers from the September 2021 issue

Sportscruisers are brilliant! Low, sleek and fast, they’re the sportscars of the aquatic world. A thrill to drive and a great way to cover ground, they’re typically faster than a flybridge boat , have more cockpit accommodation, put everyone on one level when outside and have a less exposed outside helm position.

They’re also a little more Ferrari than the flybridge’s slightly Range Rover demeanour. But there’s one big drawback – canopies! Anyone who’s had to wrestle the acres of tent and supporting framework over the top of a 40ft sportscruiser in the rain knows the pain!

Which is why hardtop sportscruisers are so popular. All the GT-ness, but with a roof that shuts, often at just the push of a button. Here are four possibilities for you to choose from.

Beneteau Gran Turismo 40

Built: 2016 Price: £279,950

Beneteau introduced the Gran Turismo 40 in the South of France in 2015, with some unusual takes on the normally ubiquitous layout.

The almost universal layout of a 40ft hardtop sportscruiser is a central companionway leading down from the cockpit and a door off to one side opening into a mid cabin with a transverse double bed beneath the cockpit.

For the Gran Turismo 40 however, Beneteau put the companionway to the port side and the cabin entrance centrally. This allows two single beds to lie lengthways, dropping the walkway between them into the deepest part of the vee of the hull, maximising headroom.

Up front, a central double bed shows nothing is lost in the owner’s cabin ; the only area that suffers a little is the galley.

Separate mattresses on the double berth in the owner’s cabin but the bed itself is fixed

That offset companionway changes the cockpit layout too. This boat has its double helm seat mounted centrally, with the helm in the middle of the boat. There’s a third seat to starboard allowing three people to sit in a row at the helm.

And because there is a gap and a walkway between the seats, you can enter or exit with dignity. Overhead, the open-backed hard top has a GRP sliding sunroof.

Power comes from twin Volvo Penta D4-300 engines, rather than the larger straight six D6 motors often found in this size of boat (and available as an option).

But the performance is still quite perky because it weighs about 7 tonnes instead of circa 10 tonnes (some of that saving is, of course, in the smaller engines). The top end is about 32 knots, whereas D6 boats are usually nearer 40.

Centrally mounted helm bench with an extra seat to starboard allows three people to sit up front

The Airstep hull has vents that pull air from above the waterline when the boat is moving at speed and push it out into the hull step, apparently reducing water friction.

It’s hard to tell how effective this is, but having pushed this boat in challenging conditions, we do know it’s a pretty good sea boat.

Beneteau Gran Turismo 40 specification

LOA: 41ft 2in (12.5m) Beam: 12ft 8in (3.9m) Draught: 3ft 7in (1.1m) Displacement: 7.6 tonnes Fuel capacity: 650 litres Engines: Twin Volvo Penta D4-300 300hp diesel engines Contact: boats.co.uk

Jeanneau Leader 36

Built: 2015 Price: £245,000

Jeanneau covered all the bases when it launched the Leader 36 in 2015, offering it in both open cockpit format or with the hardtop sportscruiser that you see here for about £5,000 more, a practical alternative for owners in northern climes.

Just like Beneteau, Jeanneau came up with something rather different from the standard pattern interior layout, but on this boat it concentrated on the forward part of the accommodation.

So back aft is the customary twin berth mid cabin (with a settee that can be pressed into action as an occasional third berth). But in the bow there appears to be no separate forward cabin, just an open plan layout with a small galley opposite the heads and a dinette that runs across the boat with a double bed in the forepeak.

But cunningly, a pocket door rolls out of nowhere to partition off the bed and settee, making for a separate owner’s cabin when privacy is needed.

A hidden sliding partition creates a separate forward cabin for privacy at night

The chaise longue next to the helm is there to create headroom in the mid cabin lobby, but there is a forward facing seat as well.

Further aft, a generous dinette with a folding table sits opposite the wet bar and has a backrest that flips forward to increase the size of the sunpad behind it. The hardtop has an electric sliding roof and the powered engine hatch is huge, giving great access to both motors.

Twin Volvo Penta D4-300 engines, like the Beneteau GT40, but on this smaller, lighter boat, top speed with these engines is lifted to 36 knots giving a high 20 knot cruise.

The backrest on the rearmost bench of the dinette flips to increase the size of the sunpad

Michael Peters designed the hull, and a typically great job he made of it. Agile, quick witted, very grippy and “a real hoot to chuck around”, reported our resident boy racer when Jeanneau let him loose in one off Cannes.

But it proves capable of steamrollering a challenging chop too, “no slams, squeaks or groans from the helm, just a confident absorption of all in its path, interspersed with soft, controlled landings if the boat did get a little air.”

Jeanneau Leader 36 specification

LOA: 37ft 7in (11.5m) Beam: 10ft 10in (3.6m) Draught: 2ft 5in (0.7m) Displacement: 6.5 tonnes Fuel capacity: 550 litres Engines: Twin Volvo Penta D4-300 300hp diesel engine Contact: Salterns Brokerage

Hardy Seawings 254

Built: 1995 Price: £23,750

Hardtop sportscruisers feel like a recent invention, generally found on boats of 30ft and above. In fact, Hardy launched this hardtop sportscruiser back in 1991, and it’s only 25ft long!

Until the late 1980s, Hardy was (and still is) best known for its traditional trawler style motorboats. The Seawings range was its attempt to take on the likes of Princess and Fairline , which at the time ruled this segment with the 266 Riviera and Targa 27.

There is sitting headroom only at the dinette but it’s a decent size and converts to a double berth. The chef gets to stand upright at the galley as it’s cunningly positioned under the sliding hatch to take advantage of the extra headroom when open.

There’s a heads down here as well of course, with a sea toilet. It’s all very nicely finished, with plenty of Hardy-esque teak.

Only enough headroom for sitting at the dinette but the cook can stand at the hob

The canvas roof over the helm detaches completely rather than slides, but it leaves a decent aperture as a result, and if you stand at the wheel you can look over the windscreen.

The cockpit layout is simple but effective. The backrest of the double helm seat folds forward to create rearward facing seating at anchor, augmenting the U-shaped aft seating around a table that drops to create a sunpad. It’s a very sociable layout. Six inch side decks offer reasonable access forward.

When this boat was first launched, powerful but compact diesel engines were in their infancy, so if you wanted the black stuff you had to make do with a 130hp Volvo Penta AQAD31.

You would be better to opt for the 4.3 litre V6 petrol unit fitted to this boat. It might cost a bit more to run, but it reached 30 knots when new and cruised at about 25 knots.

Sociable cockpit has a twin helm seat that can face aft when at anchor

Hardys were built in Norfolk when this boat was in production, so it comes as no surprise that Andrew Wolstenholme designed the hull – is there any motorboat from the English east coast he has not had a hand in?

The Seawings 254 gave a, “sound, if lively, account of itself”, according to our original new boat test from this era.

Hardy Seawings 254 specification

LOA: 25ft 4in (7.7m) Beam: 8ft 2in (2.5m) Draught: 3ft 0in (0.9m) Displacement: 2 tonnes Fuel capacity: 313 litres Engine: Volvo Penta 205hp petrol engine Contact: Parkstone Bay Yachts

Azimut Atlantis 34

Built: 2019 Price: £249,950

The Atlantis range is Azimut ’s answer to the sub-50ft Fairline Targas and Princess V-Class. When the Atlantis 34 was first launched back in 2012, it was the smallest boat the company offered and was designed as a relatively affordable entry point to the Azimut range.

There’s an aft facing chaise longue next to the helm, the purpose of which is obvious as soon as you head inside and drop down to the lower deck. It facilitates a fairly remarkable amount of headroom at the head end of the mid cabin, making this a surprisingly nice cabin for a 34ft boat. But then it is the only separate cabin.

Azimut opted for an open-plan dinette at the forward end that converts to a second double berth. It works well, avoiding the slightly cramped feeling of trying to cram too much into a small space. Quality is good, as you would expect from an Azimut boat, a slight paucity of storage is the only small demerit.

Only one cabin down below but the convertible dinette makes up to an extra bed

That chaise longue is a great place to tuck yourself away with a good book at anchor beneath that hard top, or relax under way and watch the wake streaming out behind you while chatting to the helmsman.

There is a double seat at the helm with a fridge beneath and a wet bar behind it. The hardtop integrates well – given that this is a relatively short boat, it looks great.

When the Azimut was new buyers could choose any motors they liked, provided they were a pair of Volvo Penta D3-220 sterndrive engines!

A useful 30 knots was the top speed when we tested this boat in Italy with a clean hull, while throttling back to a 26-knot cruise at 3,000rpm gave a reasonably efficient 1.6mpg.

Stylish looks and high quality finish is still in evidence on Azimut’s entry-level hardtop sportscruiser

“Steady across the water”, was how we described it in the original magazine test of the period. It was stable too, due in part to its wide beam, so little tab was required.

But the overriding feeling for all involved was how solid the boat felt, helped in no small part by its rigid resin infusion construction, which was still pretty new almost a decade ago.

Azimut Atlantis 34 specification

LOA: 33ft 7in (10.3m) Beam: 11ft 6in (3.5m) Draught: 3ft 1in (0.9m) Displacement: 6.6 tonnes Fuel capacity: 650 litres Engines: Twin Volvo Penta D3-220 220hp diesels Contact: Global Yachts

First published in the August 2021 issue of MBY.

Circumnavigating Great Britain in an 18ft speedboat: Spotting whales on the Irish coast

Sirena 48 hybrid coupé: world’s first production motor yacht with hybrid drivetrain, if you’ve got $500k to spend on a motorboat, what should you get, latest videos, sacs rebel 50 tour: the world’s most luxurious rib, fairline targa tour: sensational new british sportscruiser, navan s30 & c30 tour: exceptional new axopar rival, galeon 440 fly sea trial: you won’t believe how much they’ve packed in.

Just added to your cart

Custom hard tops.

We fabricate our tops using a “one off” process. This has benefits compared to production molding. First is customization of size and shape. We are able create a shape custom to your boat. We will produce a 3D model of your specific top for you to visualize what the top will look like.

 40' Van Dutch

Metal fabrication by Noah's Arc Welding

Another benefit is the weight of the top compare to a production top. Because the one off top structural elements are also the finish elements it is more efficient. This can save 25% on the final weight. Yet another advantage is the slim profile. Thickness can be varied from 3/4" to 2". We will utilize thicker cores to accommodate larger spans, loads and internal conduit needs. We can build widths up to 13’6” and length to 19’6. Contact us for special requirements or to get your build started!

Device and wire accommodations - There are two primary methods of attaching devices such as wiring, lights, speakers, antennas...First option is to run conduit paths inside the foam so that there are no wires on top or bottom of the top except where they wire junctions together with the device and the path in the structure. This provides the cleanest most sleek look.

The second option is a drop area in the center that creates a space for devices to attach and thru bolt. This is called a drop box. This provides a large space for mounting device and running wires/connectors up to 3" the box also can accommodate speakers up to 3-1/4" deep, such as the JL 7.7 speakers. 

Other options include various Radar Pod sizes, Recessed and/or concealed teaser reels, spreader light pods, speaker enclosures, recessed down lights and more. 

• Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.
• Press the space key then arrow keys to make a selection.

• DIAL: (352) 598-6210

• Fiberglass Repair Boat, PWC & RV
• Fiberglass Airboat Hulls & Custom Accessories
• Fiberglass Tooling Custom Molds & Parts
• Fiberglass Boat Hardtops & Custom Accessories
• Fiberglass RV Repair Fiberglass Body Work

Fiberglass Boat Hardtops & Accessories

Replace your canvas top with a hardtop.

• {{>productsMenu}} Products
• {{>trendsMenu}} News & Trends
• Yachting >
• Luxury yachts >
• Hard-top motor yacht

Hard-top motor yachts

• My filters hard-top monohull standard diesel Delete all
• What’s new?

Manufacturers

• AB Yachts  (2)
• Admiral yachts  (1)
• Alium Yachts  (1)
• Alva Yachts GmbH  (1)
• Aresa Shipyard  (1)
• Astondoa  (1)
• Azimut  (6)
• Bertram  (1)
• Blue Game  (3)
• Brythonic Yachts  (1)
• Cheoy Lee  (1)
• Couach  (1)
• Cranchi  (1)
• Cruisers  (2)
• Dellapasqua DC  (2)
• Delta POwerboats  (2)
• Dyna Craft Ltd.  (1)
• Elling Shipbuilding bv  (1)
• EVADNE YACHTS  (1)
• Fairline  (1)
• Fiart Mare  (1)
• Formula  (1)
• HCB Yachts  (2)
• ITALYURE YACHTS  (1)
• Jachtwerf De Boarnstream  (1)
• Kabe Yachts  (1)
• Lyman Morse  (1)
• Majesty Yachts  (1)
• MANDL - Living on Water, Ltd.  (1)
• McMullen & Wing  (1)
• Monachus Yachts  (1)
• Nautor Swan  (1)
• Otam  (5)
• Pardo Yachts  (3)
• Pershing  (3)
• Prestige Yachts  (1)
• Princess  (4)
• Reliant Yachts  (1)
• Riva  (1)
• Riviera  (5)
• Scout Boats  (1)
• Sessa Marine  (3)
• Steeler Yachts  (7)
• Tiara Yachts  (2)
• Ushakovo Yards LTD  (1)
• Van der Valk Shipyard  (2)
• Vanquish Yachts  (1)
• Viking Yachts  (1)
• Wajer  (2)
• Wally  (1)
• Warwick Yacht Design  (2)
• Windy  (1)

Intended use

• cruising (77)
• high-speed (22) sport offshore high-performance
• fishing (6) sport-fishing
• for river navigation (1)
• expedition (1)
• standard (91)
• trawler (3)
• classic (3)

Deck layout

• hard-top (91)
• flybridge (8) with enclosed flybridge
• with deck saloon (3)
• wheelhouse (3)
• bowrider (1)
• diesel (91)
• electric (1)
• POD drive (30) IPS POD triple IPS twin IPS
• shaft drive (6) V-drive
• hydro-jet (2)
• surface-drive (2)

Number of cabins

• 3-cabin (47)
• 2-cabin (20)
• 4-cabin (16)
• 5-cabin (2)
• 1-cabin (1)
• 6-cabin (1)

Number of beds

• 6-berth (19)
• 8-berth (9)
• 7-berth (5)
• 4-berth (5)
• 10-berth (3)
• 3-berth (1)
• 9-berth (1)
• planing hull (17)
• displacement hull (16)
• semi-displacement hull (1)
• composite (24) fiberglass carbon
• metal (14) aluminum steel
• not specified (12)
• foam (1) aramid fiber

Gross tonnage

Cruising speed, fuel capacity, fresh water capacity, other characteristics.

• semi-custom (1)
• vertical bow (1)

& reach your clients in one place, all year round

{{product.productLabel}} {{product.model}}

{{#each product.specData:i}} {{name}} : {{value}} {{#i!=(product.specData.length-1)}} {{/end}} {{/each}}

{{{product.idpText}}}

cruising motor yacht 52

Length : 17.13 m Width : 4.4 m Draft : 1.06 m

The dazzling sunset on a sunny afternoon on the crystal waters of the Mediterranean will be the second most beautiful sight once aboard the 52.Enjoy a day in the sun or a dinner under the stars in the glazed dinette, with an air-conditioned ...

cruising motor yacht 60 HT

Length : 18.52 m Width : 4.9 m Draft : 1.31 m

Functionality and impressive style An 18.5 metre rigid hard - top yacht with all the equipment you’ll need. The functional and original use of covered spaces guarantees an extensive seating ...

cruising motor yacht GT65

Length : 19.75 m Width : 5.6 m Fuel capacity : 3,200 l

Pardo Yachts , renowned for its commitment to innovative nautical design, proudly presents the latest addition to its fleet. This new model, the Pardo GT65, preserves the iconicity and elegance typical of Pardo Yachts ...

cruising motor yacht

Length : 23.2 m Width : 6.9 m Max speed : 30 kt

... and elegant yacht , designed by Jarkko Jamsén, the motoryacht division resident designer, who created a beautiful piece of art. With elegant and contemporary design, refined lines and voluminous interior, Swan Arrow proves ...

cruising motor yacht SEADECK 6

Length : 17.5 m Max speed : 33 kt

... authentic contact with the sea. Embracing a more conscious relationship with nature, Seadeck 6 is the first yacht of the most efficient Series of boats ever designed, thanks to technological solutions ...

cruising motor yacht 50 GLS

Length : 16 m Width : 4.4 m Draft : 0.86 m - 1.2 m

With dual beach doors, a massive cockpit, a luxurious bow lounge, and a powerful propulsion package, the 50 GLS for sale at your local dealer is the ultimate adventure boat. The 50 GLS' cockpit features a midship galley and opposing ...

cruising motor yacht 68' DIABLE

Length : 20.67 m Width : 5.3 m Draft : 1.78 m

A sleek profile and stylish details infuse this trendsetting yacht with a fashion-driven spirit. Riva 68’ Diable sets the bar as the must-have open yacht , an incredible boat that tempts ...

cruising motor yacht TARGA 50 GT

Length : 15.64 m Width : 4.3 m Draft : 1.18 m

... motoryacht a thing of true beauty. Whatever you want to do, the Targa 50 GT is the motor yacht to do it in. Its twin Volvo IPS engines, available in 600, 650 or 700 engine options, ...

cruising motor yacht 7X

Length : 21.11 m Width : 5.4 m Draft : 1.52 m

Can a lightning-bolt of emotion generate infinite wonder? The new Pershing 7X concentrates the quintessence of Pershing in a compact, flawless form. 7X is lightness. 7X is speed. 7X is performance in each and every detail. A fabulous ...

cruising motor yacht 6X

Length : 18.94 m Width : 4.8 m Draft : 1.45 m

... 6X embodies the Pershing predatory spirit, with her taut, agile forms and cutting-edge tech. A blast of power with a 48-knot top speed, she’s primed to run rings around the rest and poke fun at convention.

high-speed motor yacht 5X

Length : 16.51 m Width : 4.4 m Draft : 1.35 m

The first of the “Generation X” creations. A bold coupé whose mark – a code used in the aeronautical world to refer to extreme performance and technological evolution – alludes to the unquenchable thirst to set sail for new horizons at ...

sport motor yacht 54SC

Length : 16.61 m Width : 5.4 m Draft : 1.47 m

... 54 sportfishing yacht . The new 54 Open (O), 54 Sport Coupe (SC) and 54 Sport Tower (ST) will join the 54 Convertible (C), which has been another smash hit from Viking since its premiere at the 2020 Fort Lauderdale ...

cruising motor yacht 58X

Length : 17.5 m Width : 5 m Draft : 1.3 m

... its striking glass and carbon dome, the wallypower58X introduces a range of new features adapted for outboard propulsion. It is the first Wally yacht to be fitted with the new 600hp Mercury V12 Verado ...

cruising motor yacht 677 Coupe

Length : 19.34 m Width : 5 m Draft : 3'03"

... segment, with its 18.94 meters in length, and is distinguished by its clean and sporty lines that flow along the length of the boat creating a suggestive and provocative profile. Its inverted bow, a hallmark of the ...

cruising motor yacht 520S

Length : 16.11 m Width : 4.5 m Draft : 1.05 m

PRESTIGE 520S, SPORTY-CHIC STYLEThe PRESTIGE 520S is distinguished by her powerful hull, designed for dependable high performance and excellent handling at sea. This 52-foot coupé has real character, distinguishing herself on the water ...

cruising motor yacht V65

Length : 19.34 m Width : 5.1 m Draft : 1.47 m

... and hot and cold shower Wetbar including electric barbecue and top loading coolbox Watcrproof speakers linked to deck saloon sound System Lockable gas strut assisted hatchcs to engine room. lazarette ...

cruising motor yacht C68

Length : 21.04 m Width : 5.1 m Draft : 1.6 m

... electro-hydraulic opening - cockpit divan convertible into sunbathing area - table with top in teak - nr. 02 housing for liferaft - door for crew cabin access - door engine room access - teak furnitures ...

cruising motor yacht C54

Length : 16.36 m Width : 4.7 m Draft : 1.4 m

Yacht C54 range Yacht Line. Sessa Marine C54 Sport Coupé unites a design, comfort and quality features typically expected from a big yacht . This luxury boat is an expression ...

cruising motor yacht C48

Length : 15.72 m Width : 4.3 m Draft : 1.1 m

... windshield with electric sliding window on pilot side - hard top in fibreglass with electric sliding sun roof - mast with: horn, navigation lights, anchor lights and flag holder - cockpit furniture with ...

high-speed motor yacht DC16 Elite

Length : 16.02 m Width : 4.4 m Guests : 18 unit

... The DC 16 Elite is a boat brimming with personality, flaunting bold dynamic lines that also have a timelessly sober elegance. Its interiors offer complete comfort and its many possibilities for personalisation mean that ...

cruising motor yacht DC18 Elite

Length : 17.98 m Width : 5 m Guests : 20 unit

... The DC 18 Elite is a boat brimming with personality, flaunting bold dynamic lines that also have a timelessly sober elegance. Its interiors offer complete comfort and its many possibilities for personalisation mean that ...

cruising motor yacht 50

Length : 50'00"

ITALYURE 50 is the future vision of Italyure Yachts , representing the next step forward in our tradition of excellence. With the highest standards of luxury, spaciousness and performance, this yacht promises ...

cruising motor yacht 53' SUENOS

Length : 52'01"

Finally, a large center console yacht with the sophisticated design to perfectly balance speed, ride, comfort, and all of the luxury of your “dream” yacht . The bow area is dual purpose with seating ...

cruising motor yacht 65' ESTRELLA

Length : 65'00"

... Console Yacht ™ — the 65’ Estrella. This vessel has all the comfort and styling of any sportfishing or cruising yacht in its class, but far surpasses them in versatile use and performance. Powered by ...

cruising motor yacht 52 SC

Length : 52'00"

Semi enclosed hard - top version 52.SC offers a 390 square feets (36m²) terrace open on sea. two windows on windshield sides provide safe access to the sunbed’s bow. In the cockpit covered and cooled Central ...

offshore motor yacht METEOR

Length : 25 m Max speed : 40 kt

... water adventures with the ability to also head offshore. This client was introduced by the experienced brokers at Boutique Yachts who have long recognised Van der Valk’s unrivalled ability to meet bespoke demands in aluminium ...

cruising motor yacht LUCY PENGUIN

Length : 19.05 m Width : 5.8 m Draft : 1.4 m

The Van der Valk BeachClub line provides an unrivalled amount of exterior and interior space by locating the engine room in the same area as the swimming platform. The 19.05-metre BeachClub 600 is the first in this innovative ...

river navigation motor yacht 60 DECKSALON

Length : 18 m

Lengte over all:18.00 m Beam:5.20 m Draft:1.45 m Creep height:ca. 4.00 m Engine:2 x 210 HP/155 kW Vetus VD6.210 CE-classifictation:A

cruising motor yacht OCEAN ECO 60 Coupé

Length : 18.4 m Width : 10.2 m Draft : 1.2 m

... available with a fully electric drive and comes fuel cell ready ● A spacious layout and dramatic new styling ● The solar cells provide up to 18kWp, battery bank capacity up to 280kWh ● Twin 250kW electric motors ...

cruising motor yacht 90' GTS

Length : 27.75 m Max speed : 40 kt

... its Fast & Iconic line-up – is under way at its shipyard in Genoa. The new OTAM 90 GTS is available with opening hard top or soft top , with full or half-height side windows, with or ...

cruising motor yacht EX 54

Length : 16.54 m Width : 4.9 m Draft : 1.12 m

The EX 54 offers three aft cockpit module selections, making each vessel uniquely personalized to their owner. Cruise and entertain or opt to enjoy your favorite water activities from the twin terraces and swim platform with integrated ...

cruising motor yacht 50S

Length : 15.54 m Width : 5.2 m Draft : 1.21 m

... taking on offshore chop, the Bertram 50S offers unparalleled comfort and versatility. This Bertram is built to be bolder, motor further, and stand up to anything the sea can throw at you. Take a closer look Each ...

Your suggestions for improvement:

Please specify:

Help us improve:

A hardtop motor yacht is a powerboat whose cockpit and/or bridge are sheltered by a roof. This element is designed to blend into the lines of the superstructure. In some cases, the roof is retractable.

Some tops are made of a transparent material impervious to UV rays, while others are of composites, carbon or another opaque material. Certain versions open via an electric or hydraulic system.

- Opens at the touch of a button

Receive regular updates on this section.

Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on how NauticExpo processes your personal data.

• Motor yachts
• Mega-yachts
• Super-yachts
• Hard-top yachts
• Hard-top super-yachts
• Stand-up paddle-boards
• Azimut hard-top motor yachts
• Van der Valk yachts
• Azimut yachts
• Princess Yachts yachts
• Riva yachts
• Pershing yachts
• Cranchi yachts
• Wally yachts
• Manufacturer account
• Buyer account
• Our services
• Newsletter subscription
• AboutVirtualExpo Group

WE’RE HERE TO MAKE SAILING MORE COMFORTABLE & MORE FUN

Solar * hardtops * enclosures * lithium batteries, turnkey solutions for catamaran owners window.datalayer = window.datalayer || []; function gtag(){datalayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new date()); window.datalayer = window.datalayer || []; function gtag(){datalayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new date()); gtag('config', 'g-qlvmkgnq8n'); gtag('config', 'aw-757052530'); gtag('event', 'conversion', { 'send_to': 'aw-757052530/fxdpcpndoycyeplo_ugc', 'value': 1.0, 'currency': 'usd' });.

CHECK OUT THE NEW BALI CATSPACE SOLAR HARDTOP & GANTRY!

Joins our bali catamarans lineup.

FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK

Happy to announce the lagoon 46 & 50 hardtop - perfect for mega solar.  and our latest- lagoon 42 hardtop & gantry. adds to our lagoon hardtop lineup for the 450, 440, 410, 400, 380 & 500..

How about a quote?  Contact us at [email protected]  888-769-7677 Name * Model & Size Shipping Location Email * Solar Interests Me Solar Interests Me Yes Indeed Kind Of Not At All Question? Click to Submit .inbound-button-submit{ font-size:16px; }

Check out our latest fountaine-pajot hardtops for  the aura, tanna, astrea, helia, lucia, elba, saona & isla.

I have a Dedicated Marine hardtop on my Lagoon 450F based in the BVI – very well made and functional piece of kit that transforms the flybridge experience. Ours was fitted with lights and solar panels and the access to the boom is useful for easily tidying up the main in the stack pack. Overall – a great aftermarket add to the Lagoon 450, I am sure it will be the same for the Lagoon 46! Also, I worked with Chris Spencer again whilst he project managed some post IRMA repairs to my 450 in Florida. What a great guy to work with – one of the best!

– graeme mcavoy, owner of lagoon 450f ariadne, the lagoon 450f – access to the main.

Before I bought FreeWill (2018 Lagoon 450F) I’d never sailed a boat where you could not get to the main. Chris Spencer and Dedicated Marine solved that problem!!

How much power does the solar gantry put out.

Thought you might be interested to know that the panels on our solar gantry put out 375 watts each yesterday during the mid day sun while running my high load watermaker, fridge/freezer/etc, and recharging the AGM’s in bulk mode. This is according to the Victron Bluetooth app.

We highly recommend biminihardtop (chris spencer) for quality product and installation at a fair price and no bs like the other catamaran specialty companies in south florida, the sorensens, lagoon 450s.  1125 watt solar gantry, lagoon flybridge hardtop.

Yeah cheers for Chris and Dedicated Marine – we have the hardtop on our Lagoon 440 Baja Fog and wouldn’t have it any other way!

John & monique boucher, lagoon 440 baja fog.  sausalito & baja california..

What Experts Have to Say: Need A Rigid Hardtop Bimini For Your Catamaran?

From the  CATAMARAN GURU  team:

Dedicated marine, inc . in fort lauderdale can custom-make a rigid hardtop catamaran bimini for you, a life-long sailor with solid credentials in boat-building and repair, chris spencer recognized a gap in the marine industry for hardtop biminis for catamarans. most production catamarans do not come with a hardtop bimini or it is a very expensive factory option. so chris figured out how to fit top quality biminis aftermarket at a reasonable price. he developed a line of hardtop biminis for several popular cruising catamaran brands and models and is now the premier bimini go-to guy., benefits of catamaran bimini hardtops, adding a bimini hardtop to your sailing catamaran offers lots of benefits:, shelter from rain and sun, a safer solid boom access point, a way to install an enclosure, place to install solar panels., dedicated marine offers beautiful ergonomic bimini hardtops for leopard, lagoon, and fountaine pajot catamarans. and manufacturing is right here in the united states. the catamaran biminis superbly fit the lines of your boat and are easily installed.  the aftermarket products are in line with the high quality of the boats. the biminis are designed to enhance the already well-appointed catamarans., dedicated marine is popular globally with catamaran owners whether they are readying for for circumnavigation, charter, living aboard, or just some well-deserved limin’. check them out, ask about accessories such as aft phifertex screen and front windscreen. they offer solar solutions as well., contact  [email protected]  or call  888.769.7677  for details. connect with them on  facebook “biminihardtop”, from your guide to all things catamaran: the latest on catamaran news, sailing events, buying and selling tips, community happenings, webinars & seminars at www.catamaranguru.com, happy lagoon 46 clients in australia.

Hi Chris, we officially take possession of our Lagoon 46 tomorrow and saw your Hardtop today and it looks fantastic with the Solar on top. We are so glad we decided to go with yours instead of the factory option. The speakers are incredible. I think you may hear my music from down under. The lights are great also so thank you and the boys (@VesselTec) have done a great job fitting it. We are just incredibly proud of our boat and will happily promote your hardtop. Thanks again! Sonia P.

Best upgrade for lagoon 380, the best upgrade we could ever do for our lagoon 380. not only fits it straight onto the bimini frame but also gives much more area all around, making the covered area a lot bigger. sail handling is now safe in all conditions., tim hamel, lagoon 380, upgrade your catamaran.

THE DEDICATED MARINE BIMINI HARDTOP

Experience the enhanced comfort and space provided by a dedicated marine bimini hardtop, expertly designed to complement the contours and lines of leopard catamarans & the lagoon 380, 400, 410, 440, 450, 500, 46 & 50., latest projects: lagoon 46 & 50, fountaine-pajot astrea 42, saona 47, elba 45 plus bali and beyond just catamarans for solar & marine aftermarket requests..

 FUNCTIONAL AMENITIES

Wider coverage athwardship creates more space for weather protection for guests to comfortably sit with helmsman; sailors will enjoy useful sturdy access to boom; led lighting, helmsman’s window and handrails..

HIGHLY ADAPTIVE

Permits easy adaptation for shades, electronics, “green” technology: customers like the added space afforded for dodgers, speakers and electronics integration, as well as a perfect spot for solar panel mounting..

ATTRACTIVE TRANSFORMATION

Expertly constructed in appreciation of the original design of the boat. transforms the lagoon flybridge into a “comfortable” skipper zone with 6’4” height clearance..

INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY

Only the highest quality materials are used in our composite constructed hard tops and associated products..

CONVENIENT INSTALLATION

Our bimini hard tops are easily shipped and  have been delivered from our base in florida to locations all over the us, the caribbean, europe & asia. straightforward instructions can allow for an easy self-installation..

INCREASE THE VALUE

Not only to your time onboard but to the resale value of your boat. as seen with the increase in number of hard tops installed on the leopard line, a premium is placed across the board on these boats..

• More Networks

Jump to navigation

Functionality and impressive style

An 18.5 metre rigid hard-top yacht with all the equipment you’ll need. The functional and original use of covered spaces guarantees an extensive seating and sunbathing area, made even more relaxing by the entertainment system, lockers and cup holders.

Moving between the stern and bow is easy and safe thanks to the tall guardrails and handrails positioned at the right height. It’s also easy moving down onto the beach area which is submersible to facilitate the easy entry and rising of water.

The square salon comprises a contemporary, linear décor, and has been designed so that you can enjoy the whole panorama. The dining area is next to the helm, while the kitchen, fully equipped, is towards the stern.

Below deck, the owner's cabin is at the centre of the hull and has a double bed, there’s a chaise longue next to the large windows from which you can enjoy the beautiful panorama, a walk-in-wardrobe and a large private bathroom.

The VIP cabin is located at the bow of the yacht and comprises a bed in the middle of the room and a private bathroom. The third en-suite has twin beds positioned side by side that can be converted into a double bed. All the beds are positioned lengthways along the bow-stern axis to guarantee maximum comfort while you rest.

Start setting up your new yacht

You can choose from the colours recommended by Cranchi Yachts or among all those available in the new Colour Collection . And the customization opportunities do not end there: our customization program can answer all your requests.

Technical data

Engine options.

Thinking about new cushions?

Please provide details below. We are happy to help!

• Total number of cushions *
• What type of cushion project * MARINE RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL OTHER
• Cushion Application Details * Please give a brief description of your cushion project
• General Dimensions * Please provide your best general dimensions including the thickness. Note any shapes or angles. Measurements do not have to be exact at this point.
• What thickness do you want your cushions? Cushions are typically 1"- 6" thick but can be custom thickness.
• Cushion Fabrication * Please select... Recovering existing cushions Making new from scratch and need new foam Need repairs Need a new foam insert only Choose one
• Fabric * Please select... I have not chosen fabric I will provide my own fabric I have chosen my fabric
• Special shape or cut-out
• Snap pockets or other hardware
• Breathable underling
• Beveled shape
• Striped fabric
• Providing my own fabric
• Templating and travel * Please select... I will provide final dimensions myself I will send you my own template I will bring my project to the shop to copy You need to travel to my location to template I don't know at this point Please choose one
• My project deadline is
• Notes or Comments Please provide any additional relevant information that may help us with the estimate.
• Photos Drop files here or Select files Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB. empty to support CSS :empty selector. --> Please provide photos. They are very helpful.
• How did you hear about us? * Please select... Word of mouth Local business Google search Yelp or Bing Local event Employee Returning customer Friend Publication Facebook Van Logo
• Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

General Inquiries pop up

Have a question.

Get in Touch:

• What is your project or question for? * MARINE RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL OTHER Other like Automotive, Military, Government, Education
• General question or project description: *
• Attach photos here: Drop files here or Select files Max. file size: 50 MB. empty to support CSS :empty selector. -->
• Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Hardtop Dodgers – The Next Big Thing in Sailing

The Canvas Works crew are professional marine fabricators as well as sailors with significant time on the water. Sailing experience allows us to understand how best to construct a quality dodger and how it will perform in demanding conditions.

What is a Dodger You Might Ask?

If you are a baseball fan, you might stumble upon this post. Unfortunately, you will not learn anything about the baseball team, but don’t be afraid to stick around and learn about the other type of dodger, the sailboat dodger and more specifically, the high performance hardtop dodger .

A Traditional Canvas Dodger vs A Bimini Top – Need Some Clarity?

A bimini top is an open-front canvas top stretched over a metal frame, or bows for the cockpit or deck of a powerboat or sailboat. Most bimini tops can be collapsed or retracted when not in use and returned to their full extension if shade or shelter is needed. Unlike sailboat dodgers, biminis are found on all different types of sports boats, performance powerboats, pontoon boats and sailboats. Biminis provide shade and protect the helmsman from UV rays but they do not provide full protection from the elements.

A bimini can have 2, 3 or 4 bows as the supporting structure. This structure can provide the framework for a boat enclosure on any type of boat. In this blog, we will explore the high performance hardtop dodgers, an excellent alternative to the traditional canvas dodger.

Introducing the Hardtop Dodger

If you are considering a new dodger, look no further. Here, we will explore the main differences between the soft canvas dodger and the hardtop dodger to help you make the best decision for your boat and lifestyle. Both options have their benefits:

Benefits of the Hardtop Dodger

Hardtop dodgers are a perfect choice for functionality, longevity, and overall coverage. Our hardtop’s are designed, engineered, and built for low maintenance, a high strength to weight ratio while maintaining a nice ascetic.

Below are some reasons why you may want to consider a hardtop dodger over a soft, canvas dodger.

The Structure of a Hardtop Dodger

Hardtop Dodger : Our frames and supporting structure are fabricated in 1.25” OD 316 stainless steel tubing. The larger diameter is robust and can withstand higher loads.

Canvas Dodger : Typical construction is with 1” OD tubing. This is a fine size to support the canvas top.

The Surface of a Hardtop Dodger

Hardtop Dodger : The actual hardtop is fabricated with a ¾” foam or balsa core , x-mat fiberglass , epoxy resin and high quality gel coat . It is a 3 inch cambered 90” x 54” x 1” top with a rain lip. Because of these features, The hardtop is very strong, robust and provides a durable surface allowing you to mount solar panels, lighting, sound systems, hand rails and ancillary hardware.

Canvas Dodger : Typically made from durable marine Sunbrella or PVC coated fabric. Canvas dodgers, even when stretched perfectly across their structure, can not accept as much weight as a hardtop.

Side panels and enclosing your Dodger

Both the hardtop and softtop dodgers use canvas constructed side panels. The Hardtop panels tend to be a bit bigger based on the overall size of Hardtops. Panels can be fabricated in either Sunbrella acrylic canvas or PVC Canvas such as Stamoid or Herculite. Window materials vary from polycarbonate, acrylics to clear vinyls. Brands, coatings and thickness vary and can affect both longevity and budget.

Maintenance on a Hardtop Dodger

Hardtop Dodger : The fiberglass hardtop can be easily wiped clean, eliminating possible mold, algae and organic growth. Cleaning the hard top is as straightforward as cleaning the balance of the fiberglass on your boat.

Canvas Dodger : The canvas top is made from fabric, it is susceptible to algae and organic growth and sun damage over it’s life. They must be regularly cleaned in order to minimize degradation of the fabric from the elements.. Often the process of dismantling a dodger to clean the fabric can be a challenging task.

The Abrasion on a Hardtop Dodger

Hardtop Dodger : Because the hardtop surface is precisely molded and rigid, there is no need for a chafe pad to protect from the mainsail canvas rubbing on the top.

Canvas Dodger : Depending on the position of your boom, canvas dodgers often need reinforcement along the top edges to prevent wear and tear where the boom may hit the dodger.

Mounted Handrails on a Hardtop Dodger

Canvas Dodger : While handrails do provide additional support and structure for a canvas dodger, side handles limit the collapsibility of the dodger, can be less sturdy, and are difficult to install or reinstall after maintenance or repairs.

Can My Sailboat Accommodate a Hardtop Dodger?

• Size and type of sailboat
• Width of cockpit and combing
• Depth or coverage of cockpit
• Height profile desired by helmsman
• Overall design and ascetic features

The Canvas Works Hardtop Dodger

Now that you know a little more about the differences between the traditional dodger and a hardtop dodger, you can make an informed decision about which type of dodger is best for you. Whether you find a fabricator in your area or you go with The Canvas Works’ hardtop, here is some additional information to inform your decision. Our fabrication team has the capability to create your dodger from start to finish on site, or we can fabricate just the hardtop to be shipped to you for installation.

How is the Canvas Works Hardtop Dodger Enclosed?

Stanchions and Support Structure : 1-1/4” 316 stainless steel stanchions and supports provide the foundation of the structure. Two sets of handrails on the outer edge of the dodger are mounted opposing one another. The lower set becomes the strut and stanchion attachment point, while the upper rail is a grab handrail.

Windows and Window Frames : Fitted 40 mil Makrolon polycarbonate is semi-rigid, incredibly optically clear and has an industry leading warranty. Covers for the windows are included with each dodger. Serge Ferrari Stamoid Top or Sunbrella Marine fabric window frames add an attractive, finished look and years of service to any dodger panels.

Hardware : Keder welt and track for forward windows which creates even tension along the leading edge of the windows and provides excellent spray and weather resistance. All hardware is top quality hardware, including snaps, lift-a-dot or twist lock fasteners as required by the installation. Whenever possible it is preferable to use a PVC track, welt and zipper attachment system in-lieu of fasteners.

What is the take away from this blog?

While the initial cost of a hardtop dodger is more than a canvas soft top dodger, the difference will be better long term investment for the long life of the hardtop. The Canvas Works designed and engineered our hardtop to serve a variety of boats. With the installation of The Canvas Works hardtop, you will have all of the following to look forward to.

• A dependable structure for peace of mind when cruising
• A strong, robust and durable surface to mount solar panels or hardware
• A low maintenance support structure to withstand harsh weather conditions
• A smooth, cleanable surface that won’t tear, mold or stretch
• A sleek rigid enclosure that provides ultimate protection from the elements

Should you have questions, we welcome the opportunity to hear from you. Give us a call so we can walk you through your next dodger project 413.331.6527 or Inquire Online .

• Call 415.331.6527
• Email [email protected]
• Location The Canvas Works 41c Liberty Ship Way Sausalito, CA 94965

• Bahasa Indonesia
• Slovenščina
• Science & Tech
• Russian Kitchen

Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

If using any of Russia Beyond's content, partly or in full, always provide an active hyperlink to the original material.

to our newsletter!

Get the week's best stories straight to your inbox

• What to do in Moscow City, if you’re not mega-rich
• Moscow after dusk: 10 places to drink, dance, and groove
• 5 things you must do in Moscow in 2018 between football matches (or without them)
• Sandwiched between Moscow and St. Petersburg: How to spend a perfect weekend in Tver 
• 24 or 48 hours in Moscow: Where to go and what to do in 2019

This website uses cookies. Click here to find out more.

THE 10 BEST Moscow Boat Rides & Cruises

Boat rides & cruises in moscow.

• Boat Rentals
• Scuba & Snorkeling
• Fishing Charters & Tours
• Water Sports
• Stand-Up Paddleboarding
• Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing
• Kayaking & Canoeing
• Waterskiing & Jetskiing
• Parasailing & Paragliding
• River Rafting & Tubing
• Dolphin & Whale Watching
• Speed Boats Tours
• Submarine Tours
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3rd Transport Ring (TTK)
• District Central (TsAO)
• Garden Ring
• District Northern (SAO)
• Good for Big Groups
• Good for Couples
• Good for a Rainy Day
• Budget-friendly
• Good for Kids
• Hidden Gems
• Honeymoon spot
• Good for Adrenaline Seekers
• Adventurous
• Things to do ranked using Tripadvisor data including reviews, ratings, photos, and popularity.

1. Flotilla Radisson Royal

2. CheapRussia Tours

3. Sup-Club

4. Kite School Kiteclass

5. Akvanavt Diving Centre

6. Easy Russia Tour Guide

7. Moscow River Boat Tours

8. Erwin. Reka

9. Diving Center Crocus City Oceanarium

10. SUP Center

11. Lovely Russia Tours

13. Alfa Centr

14. MORE MOSCOW

15. Sup Outdoor

16. Capital River Boat Tours - Moscow Centre

17. Soho Sailing Style

18. Dive-Project

19. Diving Club Divers

21. S-cruises

22. Morskiye Volki

23. Kayak Moscow

24. Diving Center Crocodile

25. Insider Moscow Tours

26. Mosparokhodstvo

27. russian travel and tours

28. windschool.

30. FLOW Moscow

What travelers are saying.

• CheapRussia Tours
• Easy Russia Tour Guide
• Lovely Russia Tours
• MORE MOSCOW
• Insider Moscow Tours
• Flotilla Radisson Royal
• Moscow River Boat Tours
• Capital River Boat Tours - Moscow Centre
• Diving Center Crocus City Oceanarium