2019 Bluegame BG62
A supersized walkaround with 38-knot speed, Italian style, and outdoor social spaces comes standard. The Bluegam62's vibe is sport-utility, but in reality, it's a 38-knot yacht. It's for the yachtsman who wants something more than the biggest center-consoles but doesn't want to stray too far from a package that already works.
Regarding deck layout and styling, the 62 has a flared bow, a bow lounge, a gentle rise-and-fall sheer line, and walkaround side decks with chunky bulwarks. The yacht is like a center console on steroids, with a forward-rake wraparound windshield and a carbon-fiber hardtop (with a sunroof) that protects a cockpit with seating, a table, a wet bar, and sun pads. The black helm console matches the carbon-fiber-shell seat for two, with a single seat to port. At the stern, the hydraulic platform and swim step meld with the open aft deck, creating a superb connection with the water; there is no tender aboard. There are many optional deck accessories, particularly in fishy hues.
The heart of this yacht is the cabin below decks. A sofa and table are to port, with a refrigerator, cooktop, and cupboards to starboard. Headroom is at least 7 feet 9 inches in most of the cabin, and at its lowest, my tape measure just over 7 feet. A skylight and hull-side windows flood the space with light, and the decor is Italian-chic, featuring ice-white lacquer and matte-finished teak.
The two staterooms are en suite, and the owner's stateroom has a glass-walled shower cubicle. Some yachtsmen will love it, while others may find it too racy. If you're like me — a reserved Englishman of a certain age—then order an opaque shower stall. Also, a shallow washbasin is between the shower and head compartments in the owner's stateroom. It's different from a traditional bathroom-with-a-sink setup but equally effective.
Overall, the Bluegame 62 has an open layout that should appeal to center-console enthusiasts looking to move up in size. This yacht's profile catches the eye, her speed is thrill-inducing, and she has overnight amenities with luxurious Italian styling. Bluegame's return to the yachting scene is most welcome.
