OnBoard Magazine - Issue XI - Summer 2019

Tunnel in the hulls, a concept which comes from Michael Peters Yacht Design. This design is meant to increase efficiency in key operating ranges, which will give these boats advantages in speed, performance and stability. The ventilated tunnel is a unique feature in the aft center section of the hull that brings the boat stability and very predictable handling at running speeds. Black explains, “Viking did not borrow a design from another builder, but rather went out and worked with a designer to get the hull formand proportions nailed down, and then designed the topside in-house to look like what they had envisioned.” OPTIONS GALORE The Viking team envisions Valhalla Boatworks as a premium brand and they intend to offer a lot of equipment and features as standard, with an equally long list of options and add-ons. Each model will be equipped with transom livewells, in-deck fishboxes and plenty of storage forward and aft. The spacious helm area will feature an expansive black acrylic helm panel for flush-mounted electronics, raised helm pods in optional faux teak, power-assist hydraulic steering and forward lounge seating integrated into the console with dry storage. The console in each will include an electric freshwater head, dedicated lockable rod storage, vanity with freshwater sink and electrical access panels. When it comes to fishing equipment and seating arrangements, the V-Series gives you tremendous flexibility. On all three models, upholstered bench seating with slide-out cooler, tackle storage and rod holders are standard, while Llebroc Billfish or Release Marine teak helm chairs with armrests and flip-up bolsters are optional. You can also opt for integrated GG Schmitt transom seats and forward bench seating with backrests. The V-37 and V-41 can be outfitted with an aft mezzanine seating module with armrests, tackle storage and insulated cooler (or livewell) under the seat. Additional live wells and rod holders can be added to the V-Series vessels, and you can dress up your boat as you like with faux teak helm pods and toe rails, custom hardtop underside colors (to match hull color), teak forward backrests, deck box illuminated lighting, and much more. Custom towers with various outrigger choices, second helm stations and full electronics packages from leaders like Simrad and Garmin can be optioned by the owner. Installation of these items can be completed during the build by Viking’s STABILIZERS FOR CENTER CONSOLES? MEET THE SEAKEEPER 3 The Seakeeper 3 is the company's second smallest gyro stabilizer, but arguably one of their most versatile. The model 3 started the center console stabilization craze, thanks in part to Seakeeper's unique leaning post installation option that provides a quick turn-key, all-in-one solution for equipping a Seakeeper to boats ranging in length from 30'-39'. This 550-pound unit confines all the equipment into a tidy package less than 28" squared.Designed to run on a center console's 12-volt DC electrical system, the Seakeeper 3 consumes less than 750 watts once spooled up to operating speed. The relatively small footprint and minimal power consumption develops impressive performance, delivering nearly 5,800 pound feet of torque to eliminate up to 90% of boat roll in the majority of vessels. ...these new large center consoles will provide reliability, stability and efficiency. 31 SUMMER 2019