29Z - MJM Yachts - #1

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Controlled Ride in Waves A length to waterline beam ratio greater than 3:1 allows a better transition from modified V-shaped hull with knife-like entry to an 11-foot long planning surface with 17-degree deadrise, producing a softer entry into waves than is possible with wider boats. 29z’s bow flare, apart from directing airflow out and away from the pilothouse and cockpit, works its magic with spray and waves, keeping guests dry. Reserve buoyancy of the flare keeps the bow up when running fast down into the backside of waves, eliminating severe yaw (bow steer) to one side or the other … solving the problem of many Downeast or deep-V designs which have deep fore-foots and/or a keel or shape that cause too much directional control of the hull, resulting in delayed helm response. 29z steers with the secure, predictable touch of a sportscar, properly leaning into turns and handling large seas. Down East Model Different from the “Express”, the DE model (shown above) has larger roll-up StrataGlass sidecurtains in the pilothouse, providing more airflow to passengers and offering benefits such as being able to lean out from the wheel and secure a dock line. Spotlight The 1.25” bowrail option includes a spotlight with burgee mount attachment rail. 29z’s spotlight doesn’t throw back blinding reflections from the foredeck and stainless, common with cabin-top mountings. Safety A solid swim platform suppresses exhaust and prop noise as well as being an important safety feature. If one falls overboard with nobody near to help, a 37” telescoping swim ladder with transom handle makes reboarding easy. A benefit of a sterndrive that can be raised is: one can clear pot warps or a fouled prop by kneeling on the platform rather than having to go swimming in 50 degree water.