The Slovenian-built Pegasus 50 is a true performance bluewater cruise, and has the abundant carbon, range potential, and price tag to prove it. The boat comes with everything needed to throw of the docklines and head out to sea, right down to the forks that fit into a custom drawer that keeps them from rattling around in the galley. Across from that galley is a truly unique feature: a salon table and booth seating that can be canted as one unit to port or starboard, making for a level work or eating space even in a blow. On deck, unfussy, workmanlike helms handle twin rudders, while perfectly placed primary and secondary winches control the sails. A carbon hardtop extends aft with a canvas center that can easily be rolled forward in good weather. Lift the cockpit table and open seats on either side to step down into all of the boat’s technical and engine spaces; maintenance and repairs are a revelation with this much access. Though hull No.1 first splashed in 2020, the boat is making its U.S. debut this summer and is expected at the Newport and Annapolis fall shows,
LOA 49’ Beam 15’10” Draft 7’8” Displacement 27,117 lbs (light) Ballast 10,240 lbs Sail Area 1,385 sq ft (main and J1) Power 75-hp Volvo Penta or Oceanvolt ServoProp 15kw.
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