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bali 5.4-Test
Catamaran · 52 ft (16 m) · Ibiza - Sant Antoni de Portmany
Expertenbewertung
Technische Daten
- Werft
- bali
- Modell
- 5.4
- Länge
- 52 ft (16 m)
- Gäste
- 12
- Kabinen
- 6
Urteil
The Bali 5.4 is a spacious, charter-friendly cruising catamaran with standout open-plan living and strong tankage for extended stays. It is less about sporty sailing and more about comfort, volume, and easy social cruising, with tradeoffs in weight and close-quarters handling.
Vorteile
- +Large open saloon and cockpit with Bali’s signature solid foredeck layout
- +Up to 6 cabins and high guest capacity make it well suited to charter use
- +Generous tankage and twin-engine setup support longer cruising
- +Shallow draft improves access to anchorages and coastal cruising
Nachteile
- −Heavier cruising catamaran, so acceleration and windward performance are modest
- −Wide beam can make marina docking and tight maneuvers more demanding
- −Sail handling and helm feel are oriented more toward comfort than sport
- −High-volume layout can reduce the sense of connection to the water compared with lighter cats
The Bali 5.4 is designed around space and livability rather than pure sailing efficiency. Its distinctive open layout, solid forward cockpit area, and broad beam create a very large social platform for a 52–55 ft catamaran, which is especially attractive for charter fleets and groups.
On the water, the boat is best described as capable and steady rather than quick. Like many high-volume cruising cats, it benefits from shallow draft and twin engines for coastal use, but its weight and size mean it is not the sharpest performer to windward or the most agile in tight spaces.
Comfort is a major strength: the 6-cabin configuration, multiple private spaces, and generous interior volume make it easy to accommodate larger parties without feeling cramped. Storage, tankage, and overall autonomy are also strong points for extended cruising.
In value terms, the Bali 5.4 makes sense for buyers prioritizing charter appeal, family cruising, and maximum usable space. Those seeking a lighter, more responsive sailing experience may prefer a more performance-focused catamaran.
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