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Boat of the Week: This 179-Foot Sailing Yacht Once Raced Regattas—and Won. Now It’s Ready to Cruise the World.

The lightning-fast sailing vessel, which recently had a major refit, is ready for its second life., julia zaltzman, julia zaltzman's most recent stories.

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“Alloy Yachts are so well built that they’re legendary on the sailing circuit,” the owner, who wants to remain private, told Robb Report . “I sailed optimists and laser dinghies as a child, and I’ve been buying and refitting sailing boats for 30 years, but Q caught my eye with her lower profile, sleek lines and the fact she’s really fast. She’s ideal for racing.”

Among Q ’s original Dubois design elements is an uncluttered deck that keeps the profile sleek. The large cockpit is also unique: It’s air-conditioned, with electric windows. It’s a feature that the owner found highly appealing. “We keep the windows open in good weather and close them down in wind. We don’t tend to use the air conditioning, but it’s nice to be able to do so,” he says.

Most other areas of the boat, however, have undergone transitions, following two major refits in 2016 and 2021. The most significant includes large 3DI carbon sails that hoist in a matter of minutes. In flat water and 35 knots of wind, Q easily reaches 19 knots.

“We had a Danish designer who assisted us with Q , though we incorporated a lot of ideas from Rémi, who we remain friends with after all these years,” said the owner.

All furniture was refurbished, while the design team added dark-wood veneers and custom-built Fendi sofas. A more reliable, energy efficient air-conditioning system was installed. There’s even the addition of an app-controlled TopBrewer in the main salon for barista-quality coffee.

Over the past 15 years the yacht has enjoyed active participation on the competitive regatta circuit, from Loro Piana to the St Barth’s Bucket, with the hands-on owner at the heart of the action.

Most years, Q is a familiar sight in the Caribbean and Mediterranean. After this year’s Bucket, Q embarks on a rigorous sailing schedule that will take the boat through the Panama Canal to cruise the Galapagos Islands before settling in French Polynesia for the summer. The owner’s 12-day Galapagos itinerary takes in drift dives, tender rides through sea caves and a trip to Punta Suarez, the only Waved Albatross nesting ground in the world. The French Polynesian itinerary remains dependent on charter enquiries.

The yacht’s drop-down transom creates a large swim platform with a ladder for easy access to the water. It’s a great way to enjoy the selection of “healthy toys” on board, from kayaks and Seabobs to a sailing dinghy and diving gear. The owner’s favorite place to be is the aft deck, which has a projector installed on the mizzen boom for a home-cinema feel. It’s another detail added during the refit to give the yacht a personalized touch, though now that Q proves so irresistible with charter guests, a third sailing yacht acquisition could be on the horizon.

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Q is a 52.0 m Sail Yacht, built in New Zealand by Alloy Yachts and delivered in 2008.

Her top speed is 15.0 kn, her cruising speed is 12.0 kn, and she boasts a maximum cruising range of 7200.0 nm at 10.0 kn, with power coming from a Caterpillar diesel engine. She can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 staterooms, with 9 crew members waiting on their every need. She has a gross tonnage of 385.0 GT and a 10.2 m beam.

She was designed by Dubois Naval Architects , who also completed the naval architecture. Dubois Naval Architects has designed 77 yachts and created the naval architecture for 72 yachts for yachts above 24 metres.

Her interior was designed by Reymond Langton Design , who has 34 other superyacht interiors designed in the BOAT Pro database - she is built with a Teak deck, a Aluminium hull, and Aluminium superstructure.

Q is in the top 10% by LOA in the world. She is one of 39 sailing yachts in the 50-55m size range, and, compared to similarly sized sailing yachts, her cruising speed is 0.56 kn above the average, and her top speed 1.23 kn above the average.

Q is currently sailing under the Cayman Islands flag, the 2nd most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 1416 yachts registered. She is known to be an active superyacht and has most recently been spotted cruising near Spain. For more information regarding Q's movements, find out more about BOATPro AIS .

Specifications

• Previous Names: MONDANGO
• Yacht Type: Sail Yacht
• Builder: Alloy Yachts
• Naval Architect: Dubois Naval Architects
• Exterior Designer: Dubois Naval Architects
• Interior Designer: Reymond Langton Design

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Sailing Yacht Q Undergoes Refit and Heads to The Balearics

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By Rebecca Bradbury   9 May 2016

After changing hands, the 52m/170ft Mondango 2 yacht has been renamed superyacht Q , and is currently undergoing a refit in preparation for charters in Mediterranean hotspots such as The Balearics and the French Riviera .   

Originally delivered in 2008 by Alloy Yachts , Q will be out of the Palma shipyard in mid-June and cruising throughout The Balearics and the French Riviera until September.

Additions to her exterior include a full set of new 3Di performance sails, new upholstery throughout her alfresco lounging and dining areas, and newly sanded decks.

Her main salon, meanwhile, will have a totally new look. Now open plan, the living area will be enhanced by raw wood floors and wall panels, a new onyx bar top and a new sofa. Throughout the whole yacht, there will be new televisions and linen.

A variety of new water toys will also be available, including a new Castoldi Jet tender, paddle boards and snorkelling equipment, offering even more ways to explore the glittering Mediterranean waters when on a luxury yacht vacation .

Those chartering the transformed luxury yacht Q will also be able to enjoy the Jacuzzi on the foredeck, a lush lounging area on the flybridge and a spacious cockpit dining area, which offers a semi-alfresco setup thanks to large, electronically controlled windows.

All benefiting from the refit, these outdoor areas are perfect for unwinding or socialising while taking in the glamorous sights of the French Riviera or heading to the upcoming destination of Ibiza .

Now open plan, the living area will be enhanced by raw wood floors and wall panels, a new onyx bar top and a new sofa

The sailing yacht can sleep up to 10 guests in five staterooms, including a full-beam master suite, two double cabins and twin cabins.

YachtCharterFleet will keep the site updated with new photos of S/Y Q when they are available. In the meantime, if you would like more information on the yacht, please contact your preferred charter broker .

Alternatively, take a look at all luxury yachts available to charter in The Balearics .  

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