The
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 379 named “Boat of the Year” in two key categories
Cruising World magazine announced the winners of its 19th annual
Boat of the Year awards. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 379 was named Best Midsize Cruiser 36 to 40 feet and the best Domestic Boat of the Year.
The all-new, Marc Lombard designed Sun
Odyssey 379 has been making waves all around the globe. Since its official introduction at the Sydney
Boat Show in Australia, the boat has proven adaptable to the needs of every
sailing area. With 3 keel versions,
including a specially-designed winged shoal keel and a beach-able swing keel
version, along with several sail plans and interior layouts the Sun Odyssey 379
has something for every sailor.
The Sun Odyssey 379 won the two prestigious
awards from an independent panel of experts, who inspected and tested 22
nominated boats following the U.S. Sailboat Show in Annapolis, USA, earlier
this year. Decisions were based on extensive dockside inspections and sea
trials of the boats.
“The Sun Odyssey 379 was the whole
package, a boat that sails exceedingly well with a smart, functional layout,”
said Boat of the Year director and Cruising World senior editor Herb
McCormick. “The judging panel was particularly impressed with the boat’s dual
helms and outstanding manoeuvrability under sail and power.”
Built for U.S. and Canadian markets in
South Carolina, USA, the Sun Odyssey 379 is also built in France and is
currently among the finalists for the European Yacht of the Year 2012.
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