PARDO 43 – The Ultimate Entertainer
OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED IN AUSTRALIA
To celebrate, we took the Pardo 43 on a Aussie coast line tour.
This fabulous Sunday on the October long weekend could not have been a more perfect day with temperatures of 25 degrees and above with not a cloud in the sky. With 9 crew aboard we departed the marina taking off through the calm waterway, smiles lit up everyone’s faces, and the warm wind combed their hair.
Heading offshore, most of us weren’t sure what to expect with turbulent 2-metre swells and some nervous passengers who had a past with seasickness. Thankfully, the Pardo 43 surprised us with its excellent seaworthiness keeping everyone extremely comfortable and relaxed.
Skipper Joe Fox stated, “The Pardo 43 is an absolute weapon. IPS 600 volvos means that it is efficient yet carries the power to handle a range of sea conditions. Travelling offshore in 2 to 3 metre seas the boat felt safe and dry testament to the design of the bow and hull.”
After spotting a few whales offshore, we made it past the heads and into the somewhat calm harbour to pick up one last crew member and our Axopar 28, because who doesn’t like a raft up?
Now it was time to stir up some action in the harbour. Speeding past the Harbour Bridge and Opera House, ferry passengers stared in awe at this exceptionally sexy vessel, “What is that thing!”.
After causing some commotion, we travelled to one of our favourite beaches known for its incredible view of the harbour, Milk Beach.
It wasn’t long after anchoring and rafting up that the thirsty passengers popped open the first bottle of Moët, and the party began.
We were absolutely spoilt with an amazing cheese platter by our friend Hanna who could not have selected a better variety.
Once our tummies were full, it was time to lower the swimming platform and jump in.
It was everyone’s first time on this new model, and no one could stop raving about how luxurious, good looking, spacious and comfortable it was.
With 10 people on board, it felt like we could’ve had many more before it even felt crowded. With the large walkaround bulwarks moving around felt easy and with so many social areas including: the bow seat and sunbed, the three helm seats, the midship dining area for 8, aft sunbed, and hydraulic platform, everyone was free to choose where they wanted to hang out.
For most of the day, we set up the aft bimini to keep those who wanted shade out of the sun, and with the carbon poles not only does it look classy, but we are happy to report it is functional.
Luckily daylight savings started that day so we were able to take advantage of even more sunlight up until 7pm. A full day in the sun spent with a group of awesome friends, what more could you ask for?
We are officially deeming the Pardo 43 the ultimate entertainer!
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