Debriefed

2022 Fountaine Pajot Elba 45. The Elba 45 is a stylish-­looking cat with slightly inverted bows, a reverse sheer to its hulls, and a sporty coach roof and ­Bimini that does double duty as a ­flybridge lounge.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Down below each hull is the mirror of the other. Both laid out with double guest cabins fore and aft, each with its own en-suite head and separate shower. The Salon is a bright and roomy place to spend time. A large sliding door aft lets ­living space spill into the cockpit, where a dining table and ­ample relaxation stations are ­located. Indoors, visibility in all directions is excellent, thanks to oversize windows; the center one forward opens outward to let in the breeze. The skylights overhead provide a clear view of the sails, and there is a low coffee table close by.

Above Decks

The Elba 45 boasts an impressive range of outdoor space, with the emphasis on eating in the cockpit and lounging either there, on the flybridge or on the foredeck sun pads. The deep cockpit offers sofas and a sunbed so you can choose where and how to conduct your afternoon siesta.

PERFORMANCE

Under power, a pair of 60hp Volvo diesels with saildrives (50 hp is standard) pushes the Elba right along at about 8 knots at cruising rpm and better than 9 knots in get-there-quick mode. Under sail would be similar.Save

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