Production of the PPH is under way. The hull plug has been milled and will be transported to the builders, Ridas Yacht, later this week. This means the start of a several-week long work to finish the moulds for the hull. The same process goes for the deck plug, which is just starting and will follow a few weeks later. A couple of days ago, PPH# 2 was sold. This… Read More
Sailing at 16 Knots
image (c) Dan Ljungsvik The new design is being renamed in preparation for series production – she is now HEYMAN 34 SPORT. More to be published about this exciting new racer, soon! Wind this time was between 18 and 24 knots, blowing from the shore so sea state was calm. The Heyman 34 Sport gladly leaves “hull speed” limits in these conditions. Bear away just a few degrees, ease the… Read More
Inside Out – PPH 42′
A few persons have asked how does the the cockpit play together with the pilot house. Going inside, there are only two low steps down into the pilot house. The pilot house seating is even on the same level as the cockpit, on the other side of a glass bulkhead. The PPH is obviously rather different from most other boats but how will she appear in real life? To answer… Read More
3 Facts about the 42′ PPH, and 8 Fantasies
Fact 1: While the full page on the new Heyman 42′ PPH (here) has been updated at regular intervals, we have shamefully neglected showing anything on this NEWS page. Fact 2: The first PPHs have been sold and all hands are now at the final preparations. First yacht will be launched next June. Fact 3: There is a new brochure on the PPH which can be downloaded here How do… Read More
PPH 41′ moving closer
Just published – a set of new images of the PPH, along with updated specifications. Work is underway on all fronts. A few views, much more to be found here Click for full-size images!
Heyman 34 Sport, test sail on Blur
Heyman 34′ #1, second test sail. Spring is in the air. Sunny day and a little more wind of up to 20 knots steady. Water ballast was not used Today’s crew Owner Torbjörn Hurtig, Peter Gustafsson, editor of ‘Blur’ Henrik Ottosson, North sails Images and video kindly provided by Peter Gustafsson Video and all images courtesy of Peter Gustafsson, Blur (link). Follow his writing also on… Read More
Celeste 34′ Sport Video
Celeste 34′ #1 ‘Celes’ Hits the Water and Flies The Celeste 34 prototype leaving the yard for her first test sail. Wind was 12 knots, gusting a little more Speed with Jib up to 7 knots With Code Zero 8-9 knots and With the small gennaker 11-12 knots. Water ballast was not in use for this trial. Great fun. Celeste 34 Sport Launch&Trial on Vimeo.
41′ PPH, soon time to get on board!
After the latest update a few months ago, the PPH has now finally found its way, also in the details. Watch for example the cockpit unfold in the new post on the PPH: (Please click on the image and allow a little while to start rolling) The first one will be ready in 2021 – see the presentation here
40′ PPH Update
Preparing for the more detailed design, construction and engineering work on the 40′ Pocket Pilot House cruising yacht, we would like to share a few interior layout examples. -Layout Options- There will be two basic layouts, depending on where the galley is placed. Pushing the galley a little forward could be seen as a classic layout – at least in some respects. Offering a nav station with a full view… Read More
12 Metre Class European Championship 2019 in Marstrand
During the past week-end, Marstrand saw a spectacular fleet of classic (pre-war) beautiful wooden 12 metres racing. Sailing conditions were perfect. We were fortunate to watch one of the races and catch a few images. Enjoy! The next racing series will be in Copenhagen, followed by Monaco, Newport, Cannes and St. Tropez. Nothing as spectacular as the waters off Marstrand, of course. _______________________ These yachts are wonderful to watch also… Read More