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bali 4.2 full equipe review
Catamaran · 39 ft (12 m) · Ibiza - Sant Antoni de Portmany
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Key specs
- Builder
- bali
- Model
- 4.2 full equipe
- Length
- 39 ft (12 m)
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 3
Verdict
The Bali 4.2 Full Equipe is a space-first cruising catamaran with excellent lounge-style livability, strong charter appeal, and a distinctive open-plan layout. It is less about sporty sailing than easy family/group cruising, with handling and windward performance that are competent rather than sharp.
Pros
- +Very spacious open-plan cockpit/salon and foredeck living area
- +3-cabin, 3-head layout suits eight guests well for charter use
- +Shallow draft is useful in anchorages and coastal cruising
- +Good tankage and charter equipment level for extended stays
Cons
- −Not a performance-focused catamaran; sailing feel is secondary to volume
- −Wide beam can make close-quarters docking and marina handling less easy
- −Open layout can feel exposed in rough weather or heavy spray
- −Weight and cruising furniture can limit light-air responsiveness
The Bali 4.2 stands out for its design philosophy: maximum usable space over pure sailing efficiency. Its fixed forward lounge area, large saloon opening to the cockpit, and broad beam create a social, apartment-like platform that is especially attractive in charter use. The 2023 Full Equipe version typically emphasizes turnkey comfort and onboard convenience rather than minimalism.
On the water, the boat is best described as capable and steady rather than sporty. It should deliver relaxed coastal cruising with predictable handling, but the same features that improve livability can add windage and weight, so performance to windward and maneuvering in tight marinas are not its strongest points. This is a catamaran for easy passage-making and island-hopping, not spirited sailing.
Comfort is one of its strongest points. Three cabins and three bathrooms for eight guests is a practical arrangement, and the shallow draft helps in anchorages where deeper yachts cannot go. Storage, water capacity, and charter-friendly systems make it well suited to family or group holidays.
In terms of value, the Bali 4.2 is compelling if priority is space, comfort, and a distinctive layout rather than premium sailing performance. Buyers and charter guests seeking a social, liveable catamaran will likely find it strong value; sailors looking for a sharper helm and more athletic feel may prefer a lighter, more conventional 42-footer.
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