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Italia Yachts 11.98: Seamlessly blending the thrill of racing with the comfort of cruising.
Photography by FTaccola©
05 June 2023
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Italia Yachts’ philosophy is to keep it simple, offering the IY 11.98 in two versions, the Fuorserie (racing layout) and the Bellissima (cruising layout), with both models sharing the same high-performance hull.
The IY 11.98 is the perfect model to mix and match both versions, combining deck gear and rigging required for racing with additional storage, cockpit bench seating, twin composite steering wheels and a range of luxury upgrades and appliances desirable for cruising.
Fuorserie
The IY 11.98 is a true thoroughbred consistently dominating the race course, victorious at the ORC World Championships in 2019 and again in 2022 and recently achieving an impressive 1st and 2nd place at the ORC European Championships.
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The IY 11.98 Fuoriserie version has a sporty soul in its lines and ergonomic use of space throughout.
The innovative symmetrical layout allows for perfect weight distribution and the boat can be equipped with carbon mast, boom and carbon tiller to further reduce weight.
Even in light airs the IY 11.98 can generate impressive power and when the wind picks up the yacht is easy to control, making it a dream to sail in even the toughest conditions.
Bellissima
When it’s time to switch into cruising mode, the IY 11.98 Bellissima version has you covered with a range of great cruising features including a removable cockpit table for alfresco dining, a foldable stern gangplank for easy access to the water, a dolphin striker with an integrated anchor on roller, and a furling forestay with a built-in drum.
Below deck, you’ll be struck by the attention to detail and the remarkable sense of space. Designed with comfort in mind, this model features plush upholstery in the brand’s signature ‘leather’ series and a carbon look exuding luxury. The Bellissima version features beautiful craftsmanship and remarkable lightness, giving you an unparalleled sense of freedom and comfort.
The Italia Yachts 11.98 is a rare find amongst a hotly contested field of racer/cruiser models across all brands. Where many brands have tried to combine cruising and racing, it is the IY 11.98 that has won the hearts of many sailors worldwide as the epitome of a Performance Cruising yacht.
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