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FAST, FREE, EDGY:
BULLETPROOF Thanks to an angular glass deckhouse and black elongated hull windows, the first Mazu 82 cuts a startlingly masculine dash as it whips along at 40 knots. An excellent chaseboat in the making that sends out just the right message of speed and power by Mary Hegarty
As rugged as the rocky shore behind them, the Mazu 82’s in-house hull lines strike the perfect balance between top speed, seakeeping capability and fuel efficiency. While the ideal choice for zipping from mother ship to shore and vice versa, an impressive 400nm range opens up broader horizons toorem
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he dark, sleek Mazu 82 gracefully and swiftly executes a very
by that futuristic deckhouse with extra clear glass for zero distortion
tight turn and it’s hard not to gasp as its stunning all-glass
and reflections. Natural ventilation comes thanks to three opening
deckhouse suddenly glints in the sun. An angular creation
portholes at the front of the superstructure, while a sliding aluminium
made mostly of one-piece glass panes, it has to be one of the edgiest
roof enhances the airy, loft-like feeling on the main deck. The aft
designs on the market right now. No wraparound windscreen here
deck has been stepped all the way down to the swim platform, a
but instead a flat angled surface made from tempered, laminated
bespoke flourish added at the request of the owner who has just
22mm thick glass with a PVB interlayer that is quite literally
taken delivery. The steps include a built-in sofa and are wide enough
bulletproof. Very chic, very James Bond.
for guests to stretch out on to sunbathe or simply hang out and chat.
Perfect for quick getaways in all senses of the term, the Mazu 82
The forward section is equally guest-friendly. “Multifunctional
unleashes a blistering 40 knot redline speed with carefree ease too.
design was very important for the owner,” says Yukay. “In fact,
The Turkish yard designed it to give the feeling of being aboard
the open foredeck has three different uses: as a sunbathing area,
an authentic superyacht, yet in its 25m LOA, this new beauty also
a dining area for 12 people, and an open-air cinema.”
offers the glamour, convenience and ease of operation of a fabulously
But despite that edgy first impact, the Mazu 82’s bespoke interior
masculine chase boat. A pretty unbeatable combination.
has a timeless feel, very much a deliberate choice as Mazu Yachts’
Built from dark carbon-fibre composite with a lightweight sandwich
philosophy is that freedom itself is timeless. It also marks the yard’s
construction, this is a strong, stiff craft with a deep-vee hull that
first collaboration with an outside designer, Tanju Özelgin. The
packs an 18-degree deadrise at its stern and a 28-degree deadrise at
celebrated Turkish pen has created a sense of comfort, ease and
the bow. That 40-knot top speed should come as no great surprise.
absolute peace aboard with a colour palette that spans muted greys
An ability to cruise effortlessly at 33 knots will be more good news
and browns. A set of lit steps seem to float downwards to the
to superyacht owners – the Mazu 82 will ever get left behind! Nor
lower deck where a large white sofa pops out beautifully from the
will it guzzle fuel. “The hull lines were designed in-house to provide
otherwise subtle colour scheme and the occasional splash of red
a perfect balance between top speed, seakeeping capability and
adds verve. The master suite is modern and sleek, yet once again,
fuel efficiency,” says Halit Yukay, lead designer and CEO of Mazu
those muted colours create a feeling of retreat, space and tranquillity.
Yachts. “At cruising speed the yacht has a range of just under 400
The same Zen-like ambience is in evidence in the VIP stateroom
nautical miles or around 12 hours cruising.”
and the twin cabin.
Clad in a cool grey livery, the Mazu 82’s flush main deck is topped
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This page, a bird’s eye view through the open aluminium hard top, reveals the steering position and galley as well as providing a glimpse of the lower deck. Note also the spacious foredeck minus its furnishings and large screen. Opposite page, a close-up of the al fresco dining and lounging area aft
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A carousel of delights: this page, the master stateroom and the VIP as well as a bathroom give an idea of the Zen-like interior ambience. Facing page, the versatile Mazu 82’s stepped transom complete with built-in seating and an al fresco dining area on the foredeck that also doubles as a home cinema
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