M/Y RIPTIDE – 27.45m Notika | Designed by Frank Mulder
Built in 1998 by Notika Shipyard with exterior and naval architecture by Frank Mulder (Netherlands), RIPTIDE is a high-performance motor yacht combining speed, comfort, and versatility. Powered by twin MAN 1200 HP engines (major overhaul in 2017 by MAN/ROLLO Holland), she reaches an impressive top speed of 27 knots.
Her layout offers two master staterooms (forward with Jacuzzi and aft), two additional guest cabins, plus two double crew cabins. The yacht features six bathrooms, five showers, and full reverse-cycle air-conditioning (new Webasto). Interior wall panels and salon dinette were recently refurbished, complemented by a modern galley with new appliances.
The flybridge is equipped with a hydraulic crane and tender, bimini top (2018), fridge, freezer, and icemaker. Cushions across flybridge, cockpit, and foredeck were renewed in 2018. Navigation and communication are up to date with new Simrad equipment, including dual plotters (24" and 16" touchscreen), autopilot, depth/speed instruments, VHF with AIS, and radar.
Technical highlights include:

Hydraulic bow thruster
2 x 25kW Westerbeke generators
Mastervolt inverter & charger with new service batteries
Twin hydraulic Lewmar anchor winches
6,000L fuel capacity and 2,000L freshwater capacity
High-end flybridge/cockpit audio system (2017)
Two camera system including new HD full-colour camera

Displacing approx. 55 tons, with a deep-V hull and three steering positions (wheelhouse, flybridge, cockpit), RIPTIDE offers strong performance and excellent handling.
Currently lying in St. Raphaël, France, and ready for her next owner.