Protector Yachts Review

Protector Yachts are some of the highest quality and luxurious cruisers on the water today. They have been a contender in yacht production since 1985. Yacht races such as the America's Cup and the Louis Vuitton Cup have recognized the Protector by choosing three times in a row, a fleet for VIP transportation, umpiring, and on-water patrols. Protector boats have also been selected by syndicates as the official tender for each of these races. Tony and Vicki Hembrow, private owners of Rayglass Boats, believe that the successful company can be attributed to commitment and pride of all staff members and partners everywhere, working with them, not for them. Originally designed and engineered for the Coast Guard of New Zealand, Protector is a high performance, multi-purpose, inflatable, hard bottom powerboat. Built for safety and strength, the hull is made of fiberglass. Additional flotation, stability, and shock absorption is provided by hypalon tubes. The V hull and tubes create performance and safety unmatched as compared to other boat designs with hard sides. The United States uses the Protector as recreational boats, and commercial boats are built for use by police, fire and rescue teams, all over the country.

Protector Boats has introduced the new Targa SL 38', built on the successful lines of Center Console, Targa, and Hauraki, it is designed for speed, safety and comfort in all types of weather conditions. It comes fully equipped and has a refrigerated storage, deck space that is more open, extra large cabin, enclosed head, co-pilot and pilot seating, hard top that is extended, accommodations for sleeping two people, a perfect design for most any excursion you take. The President of Protector Boats, Howard Shiebler, says his customers tell them that performance sets them apart from all other boats made in that category. Rough water is handled more comfortably and safely than the hard sided boats, and is much faster. They are powered with twin Mercury engines and if you need to get to a destination fast, it can hit over 40 knots comfortably. New and used yachts and powerboats can be purchased directly from dealers or the manufacturer, and are designed for work, fishing, or recreation.

Pricing

The pricing of new Protector Yachts may be better suited to individuals in the upper income level and can vary with specific features. Used Targa 28 yachts can run from $150,000 to $300,000 for 2007 models and later models can be found at an even more reduced price.

Pros

• Protector Yachts are well crafted and entail all that is associated with a fine luxury yacht.
• Experience dating back to 1986 has given Protector Yachts the knowledge and technology to build the best yachts available.
• The performance of Protector Yachts is unmatched and is why most owners say that they bought their boat.
• The yachts built by Protector are luxurious inside and out with a quite comfortable ride.

Cons

• Potential owners may be disappointed when they see the price tag of the Protector Yachts line. It will not be a yacht that everyone can afford.

Featured Models

A Center Console comes in 22', 25', and 28', the Targa 28' and 35', the Targa SL 38', and Hauraki 40' lengths.

Conclusion

Owners of Post Yachts and specifically the Post 53 are applauding the constant improvements and are fully pleased with their own yachts. By incorporating stronger coring materials and laminates, the Post engineers have reduced the weight overall while also increasing its strength and rigidity. This results in less power and more speed while improving fuel economy. When Post manufactures their boats they don't cut corners using modular ways of construction, instead, they build each design piece in the hull. There is such a difference in the durability, finish, and fit that you won't ever experience creaking, flexing, or cracking with a boat manufactured by Post Yachts.