OnBoard Magazine - Summer 2014

she still handles like a sports car. We also love how cleanly styled and functional everything is – from the flush-mount cleats and excellent storage throughout, the well appointed interior décor and cabinetry – to the minute details, such as the bilge lights that automatically switch on and off.” Also experienced at customizing their boats, the Webbs have never been afraid to ask a manufacturer for something new or different, “With guests of all ages being aboard our vessels, and being safety conscious by nature, we had Viking install grab rails at the top of the bridge ladder, and as you walk forward where you leave the side of the house before the non-skid pad starts on the bow. AME Electronics also customized a mast to give our FLIR and other imaging devices the best vantage point. + ANOTHER PRESCRIPTION “Our 28’ Regulator is just the perfect size for our family. We had a 26’ Regulator and moving up to this 28’ gave us that little bit of extra room to make our ride more comfortable. With the twin 300 horsepower Yamahas pushing her to 60 mph, we get to and from the fishing grounds quickly. The head room on the Regulator – meaning that the head is large enough for us to stow all of our cushions – is better than any in its class. And the finish work compared to Regulator’s competitors’ is unmatched.” Dr. Webb and his wife Judy summate their stories and experiences by simply stating “Thoughtfulness throughout. We love it!” There is no greater compliment a boat builder or boat dealer can receive than the happiness and continued satisfaction of their customers. Bluewater Yacht Sales continually strives to meet and exceed all of our customer’s expectations and requests, and we are proud of our manufacturer partnerships that frequently demonstrate these common beliefs and goals. THE MANY ARMS OF OCTOPLEX The OctoPlex system used on many Viking Yachts puts the user in complete control of all AC and DC components within the vessel, and allows for the monitoring and control of common NMEA 2000 marine devices, such as compass, GPS, tank level adaptors and more. Through the use of a Touch Screen Display, OctoPlex boasts a fully configurable and customizable user interface with an intuitive and quick- to-learn operating system. Acting as the brain of the system, the Touch Screen Display brings the system functions, status reports and alarms directly to the user. Users can monitor temperatures of the engine room, exhaust, engine oil and coolant, along with bilge water levels, bilge pump operation, vital battery status and generator functions, amongst many other vessel vitals. Controlling AC and DC circuit breakers remotely through the OctoPlex system allows panels to be placed in remote locations, eliminating the need for traditional large electrical panels. When a circuit breaker is tripped, OctoPlex notifies the user, and allows them to remotely reset the breaker so normal operation of the circuit can resume immediately without the user leaving the helm to access a main panel. Viking Yachts has been installing OctoPlex in all of their sixty foot and larger yachts for over a decade, further exemplifying the reliability, ease of use and success of this system. AME Electronics Mast Custom Handrail Additions + SECOND OPINION The Webbs were so impressed with Garmin’s electronic navigation package that they put the same top of the line instrument suite in both the Viking and the Regulator. 29 SUMMER 2014