36° Brokers is heading to the Auckland Boat Show with three vessels spanning the range from performance multihulls to comfortable trawler-style cruising. Each has earned a following among sailors and cruisers for its own reasons, and all three will be available to step aboard during the show.
The Excess 11 is the compact performance catamaran in the lineup. At 37 feet, it punches well above its size thanks to a broad beam that opens up the interior in ways a monohull of similar length simply cannot match. Twin outboard helm stations and a clean, uncomplicated sail plan mean it rewards sailors who are new to multihull sailing just as much as those who already know their way around a cat. Coastal cruising or weekend passages, it handles both without asking its crew to make difficult compromises.
Alongside the Excess 11 sits the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1, a design that has built a strong reputation with New Zealand sailors. The combination of rewarding performance under sail and genuine cruising comfort has seen it recognised internationally as an all-rounder. Twin rudders give confident, predictable handling, the cockpit is generously proportioned, and the cabin arrangements can be tailored to suit a couple looking for a passage-maker or a family wanting flexibility below decks.
The third vessel rounding out the 36° Brokers display is the Beneteau Swift Trawler 41. Where the first two are sailing yachts, the Swift Trawler 41 takes a different approach, offering a large saloon that opens directly to the cockpit, comfortable accommodation for family and guests, and a hull designed for efficient, relaxed passage-making. Whether the plan is exploring offshore islands or working along the mainland coast, the thoughtful layout makes longer days on the water far more enjoyable.
During the show, visitors can speak directly with brokers across all three vessels, getting into the detail of features, options, and how each model might suit their particular cruising ambitions. The Auckland Boat Show runs in early March, and the 36° Brokers display is well worth a visit whether you are seriously in the market or simply keen to see what the current crop of designs has to offer.
