Dufour 412 GL - „Stella“
The Dufour 412 GL "Stella" in Pula/ Croatia (formerly "Piet") is an uncompromising tourer: the wide stern matches the large volume. the boat has also become strikingly fuller aft: it is 3.85 meters wide at the stern! A full-blown bathing platform extends almost across the entire width. The life raft is stowed under this "sea terrace".
When it comes to the layout of the cockpit, the Dufour 412 GL "Stella" in Pula/ Croatia leaves no doubt about her orientation as an uncompromising touring boat. The halyards and trim lines are guided concealed above the cabin superstructure on two winches to the side of the companionway. The mainsheet and genoa sheet are redirected aft to the coaming, where they can be operated wonderfully by the helmsman from his position.
Light winds are sufficient to accelerate the Dufour 412 GL "Stella" in Pula/ Croatia remarkably swiftly to a speed of 6.0 knots hard on the wind at an angle of 45 degrees. The yacht moves noticeably dynamic and very lively in the maneuver. A specialty of the Dufour 412 GL "Stella" in Pula/ Croatia is the boom, which is attached very low to the mast. The luff sits a good bit lower than usual, so the boom stands high aft to keep the cockpit clear - a great idea!
Both cockpit thwarts can be widened sideways with a flick of the wrist. For sunbathing, this is a hit.
Formerly "Piet", Bimini new 2023, new sails and new sprayhood 2022, stronger engine, German Mainsheet System, gennaker preparation with bowsprit, teak on cockpit seats + cockpit floor + bathing platform, gas grill in cockpit with sink, ice box in forecastle box, light oak interior, CD radio with 2 speakers in saloon and cockpit