tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22098999571677477332012-02-03T10:43:53.170-08:00Power Catamarans - Delivered Fresh Daily...or WeeklyThe PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.comBlogger971100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-28864349795284360782010-10-26T22:53:00.001-07:002010-10-26T22:57:18.913-07:00

Pacific Expedition Yachts Completes Sea Trial of CMD Zeus-Powered Expedition Cat Astoria, Ore. – Pacific Expedition Yachts and Cummins MerCruiser Diesel announce the successful completion of initial sea trials for the new Pacific Expedition model, the PE60 Expedition Class Power Catamaran with CMD Zeus technology. The first Pacific Expedition Yachts PE60, powered by the award-winning Cummins

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-52654792539484187462010-10-17T21:50:00.001-07:002010-10-26T22:18:16.267-07:00

Hi allThe PE60 with Zeus Drives has completed it's initial sea trials in Oregon. It has performed far beyond our expectations. Even the stoic (and awesome) Team Cummins cracked a smile....or two...We were only sorry the wonderful owners could not attend. The PE60 will be in the water several more days for final tests and data before she comes out for final fittings.She is nothing short of a magic

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-49153862365158827862010-10-11T23:17:00.002-07:002010-10-13T08:56:42.050-07:00

Just doing some moving and got a shot of a PE60 out in the sunlight.This model here has the optional captains berth which adds a full queen berth at the forward upper boat deck behind the pilothouse. It is a huge space with a wet head that serves as a day head for the lower helm, FB and boat deck - super for entertaining...The flybridge side becomes elongated and it all tucks away nicely.You

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-52822633612228509622010-10-10T19:30:00.000-07:002010-10-10T19:57:11.389-07:00

Hi allSome shots of getting the Zeus drives online and talking to each other... amazing tech.The Cummins team was in for review and back in a few days for some further final tech work.Temp flybridge helm is shown in one shot with the Skyhook station holding and Joystick controls. The counter rotating blades where made custom for our platform and consist of a five blade and four blade stacked

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-53036824680357481732010-10-02T22:18:00.000-07:002010-10-03T12:16:13.140-07:00

Hi allWe took the opportunity recently to show how the big cats can be set on their own keels very safely. Thanks to the owner of a custom 45 at the shop, we let one settle on the ramp as the tide went out. These cats are certainly “beachable” and we see it as a great “capability” of the boat. It really adds to an owners options whether for a quick bit of maint, checking the running gear or just

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-66440456424094936132010-09-18T16:49:00.000-07:002010-09-18T17:54:59.984-07:00

Hi allThe first PE60 will have a full standup bar for the owners to entertain guests in the skylounge which is adjacent to the lower helm. The bar has beautiful woodwork, a bit of which you can seen above in the rounded end. (excuse the dust) The bar is designed to hold a top made from translucent Lumicor which will be back-lit with LEDs. Hence the "shadow box" like design.Images of the Lumicor

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Hi allSlowly catching up from being behind in updates. Here are some images of the Zeus Pod install that happened some time ago.A Cummins team comprised of techs from both coasts descended on our facility to assist in the install of the Zeus Pods in the PE60. Since this was the first install of it's kind it was a busy week.Sorting the electronics, checking tolerances and hooking up the "plug n

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-20850982250965900462010-08-24T21:05:00.001-07:002010-09-17T15:59:00.221-07:00

Hi allYes we have lots to post soon.Here are a couple shots of a wonderful clients boat. This is a custom project which is a 45' power cat. You can see it is a different boat design than the Pacific Expedition range but we thought you might like to see some running shots.John and the client brought the boat about 150 miles up the coast this weekend. She did great crossing several Oregon bars

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-20310419227251249582010-03-30T17:08:00.000-07:002010-03-30T19:15:07.233-07:00

Hi all Here are several requested shots of the interior of a PE60 pilothouse/helm/skylounge space. This elevated space allows for easy communication between the helm space and skylounge seating/entertainment area. It retains a safe separation between the professional and casual spaces while still allowing great visibility and entertainment options. Helm is up the starboard stairs and skylounge

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-79677604229923935812010-03-29T09:42:00.000-07:002010-03-29T09:50:55.221-07:00

Here are a couple profile shots of the new PE60ThanksPat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

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Swedish stainless, dark glass and Italian hardware combine for an awesome 12' aft counterpull slider for the PE60. Still inspecting and uncrating.More (and better) pics soon of the door.

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-57241279545562064652010-02-27T08:20:00.000-08:002010-02-27T08:26:58.348-08:00

Hi allWe are starting to pre-stage some wall panels for fitment into the PE60. These are beautiful Sepele or African Mahogany which is our standard interior.ThanksPat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-77673360550229871582010-02-24T22:40:00.001-08:002010-02-25T19:56:03.817-08:00

Starting to close in the PE60. Really nice to see these great interior spaces unfold.Here we are cover the salon and galley which measures 17' x 21' alone...Another section will partially cover the aft deck as well.For perspective, that is a full 12 foot opening in the aft wall that will hold a full marine counterpull sliding door.ThanksPat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-59878544843111425832010-02-10T09:39:00.000-08:002010-02-10T09:44:01.808-08:00

Hi allPlease contact Rich Murdy from Cummins if you would like a "Zeus experience" at the show.His contact info is...rich.murdy@cummins.com(206) 786-3229 cellTell 'em Pacific Expedition sent you!PatCLICK IMAGE BELOW FOR MORE INFO

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-15500344913447604352010-02-08T14:36:00.000-08:002010-02-08T14:37:12.166-08:00

Pacific Expedition Yachts to Debut CMD Zeus-Powered Expedition CatAstoria, Ore. – Pacific Expedition Yachts and Cummins MerCruiser Diesel announce a new Pacific Expedition model, the PE60 Expedition Class Power Catamaran with CMD Zeus technology.The first Pacific Expedition Yachts PE60, powered by the award-winning Cummins MerCruiser Diesel Zeus® propulsion system, is now under construction and

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-71504177610874081452010-02-03T18:22:00.001-08:002010-02-03T20:08:55.045-08:00

www.pacificexpedition.com has been updated to reflect the PE50 and PE60 focus.More space is what our clients have asked for and we are responding by refocusing the line on an entirely new PE50 and the PE60 as well.Click the PE logo to the right of this note to go to the site....You may need to hold down the "Shift" key and press "F5" at the same time to reload the page and clear your browsers

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Pacific Expedition Yachts is excited to announce the addition of the Zeus Pod Drive line to our offerings.Beginning immediately, we will be installing Cummins Zeus drives in select PE series yachts.http://www.cmdmarine.com/engines/rec/pods/QUANTUM/qsc-83.html - please cut and paste -Captains briefing here....http://www.cmdmarine.com/documents/Full%20Zeus%20Captain's%20Briefing%20Document.pdf-

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-74740223916484896002010-01-28T22:19:00.001-08:002010-01-28T23:22:13.312-08:00

Hi all An update on new lower stateroom cabinets we are working on for both PE60's - and also a note on appliances.As our production speed increases we are able to double our speed in the creation of many components for the boats.These are all Sepele - African Mahogany on the exterior and maple interiors. Solid hardwood Mahogany corners in the king and queen berths. Two boats are being created at

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-22251905538477524472010-01-14T22:35:00.001-08:002010-10-18T22:01:18.000-07:00

Hi allThis past week we were honored with a visit from Congressman David Wu to the new Tongue Point, Astoria home of Pacific Expedition Yachts - along the rugged northern coast of Oregon. Congressman Wu has been a big supporter of the new location and has turned out to be big fan of our yachts. We are humbled by his kind words toward our product line and brand. He understands first hand the

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Hi allJohn and I have learned a great deal working with our prospects and fantastic owners in the last number of months. One theme that has stood out is the desire in each boat for additional aft cockpit space outdoors. The idea has proven itself in practice as well as we are off and running on two PE60 versions which are actually PE55's with additional aft space outdoors.So soon the website and

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-40035020440168733672010-01-09T09:30:00.000-08:002010-01-09T09:53:11.641-08:00

Hi all Just a quick update. A new PE60 will join the Pacific Expedition Yachts family in 2010 with construction set to finish in early 2011. This will boat will be headed to the Med and will feature a full EU complient electrical system, appliances and such. If you are based overseas or domesticly and interested in the Pacific Expedition Yachts range, we have some excellent solutions for you.We

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-60197512797511514022010-01-09T09:11:00.000-08:002010-01-09T11:14:46.651-08:00

Hi allBeen a bit since we posted. Lots of progess at the new facility.Here are some images of the team working through the interior of the two lower VIP staterooms. In this PE60 (which is the PE55 with additional aft cockpit space) you can see 6 people working in one of the two lower staterooms. The door forward leads to a large private head for each. You start to understand how nice and spacious

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-45439222035468456582009-11-30T07:54:00.000-08:002009-11-30T07:56:55.886-08:00

Hi allJust an FAQ answer today.... the PE60 has about 1200 sq ft plus interior living space NOT including engine and mechanical areas...outside about 1300 sq ft including flybridge and such...ThanksPat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-90862798468718762532009-10-28T14:22:00.000-07:002010-06-03T13:02:10.514-07:00

Hi allDon't forget we have some clients you can meet with at Ft Lauderdale per our last update. Let me know if you want to meet. pat@pacificexpedition.comWe have a number of meetings being set already.On to today's quick update - attached is the new 3D reflecting what is the new PE60 - The PE60 which is a boat under construction, is an elongated version of the PE55 that provides ample aft

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-47729858467019792132009-10-27T10:14:00.000-07:002009-10-27T10:18:42.605-07:00

Hi allWe will have a few owners with builds in process at the Ft Lauderdale Boat show this week. They are actively representing us there and are available to meet and discuss the boats and Pacific Expedition Yachts from a client to client viewpoint.While they will be busy doing some shopping for their projects, we are happy to arrange meetings with them if you would like to discuss a future

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-25229773408825231552009-09-11T15:09:00.000-07:002009-09-11T15:16:21.044-07:00

Just a quick in and out for the CE engines to confirm some measurements and initial alignments.These will be twin Volvo D4 180 units though several engine manufactures and ratings are available. Ability to service and access the engines will be excellent.This CE will be the first in the series and live it's life in the Northwest as far as Alaska in the summers. More on the CE progress soon.Thanks

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-70475955759036498952009-09-11T15:06:00.001-07:002009-09-11T15:08:39.857-07:00

Hi allPE60 is moving along fast now that we are in the new location.Hard to get it all in the shot - but this is looking from starboard to the aft port corner. This area is more than 12' deep by 22' wide plus side decks - a fantastic expanse for entertaining, fishing or whatever floats your boat...Pat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-16415148708687106622009-09-11T14:57:00.000-07:002009-09-11T15:05:24.313-07:00

Hi allToday we had a visit from a previous custom sailing catamaran build. You can see the size of this 50' yacht if you notice the van parked next to her. Also note the size of the ramp in the picture. This ramp gives us the ability to easily and efficiently move between the water and the shop pictured in the background.ThanksPat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-38539165707869462762009-09-02T10:52:00.001-07:002009-09-02T10:56:34.211-07:00

For those who do not know of this interesting site, a recent email to me from a cruiser reminded me of it. http://www.marinetraffic.com/ais/Check it out - world wide live identifier for AIS Pat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-58650546728242123372009-09-01T21:42:00.001-07:002009-09-01T21:55:30.920-07:00

Even climbing to 50' high in the rafters we have trouble getting the totality of a PE60 into the camera frame. You can make out the small blue chair stationed where the aft salon seating will reside. Also you might make out the mock up placement for the 55" flat screen on the forward salon wall.Notice the aft exterior cockpit area that will measure 13' deep by 24' wide plus side deck space - this

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-40811286640443323132009-09-01T21:20:00.000-07:002009-09-01T21:30:02.753-07:00

Hi all,Yes it is true - stand up engine rooms on a power catamaran can indeed exist.Please note the raw space as we prepare for the mechanicals on the PE60.No removing the kitchen sole or side decks for engine access. Standard engine room door forward and aft with aft additional aft access via articulating swim steps. Engine room cameras optional. Easy engine/genset service via aft access swim

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-67438899771547429372009-09-01T20:46:00.000-07:002009-09-02T10:12:05.538-07:00

Roughly 20' by 24' flybridge on the PE60 should do the trick. You can also see the new Captains Berth option outlined on the floor as we prepare the flybridge and hardtop details. This option adds a wet head in the funnel creating a semi-private 4th stateroom. This will be an outstanding place for those on watch, a private place for charter capt/crew or just overflow for visiting friends. Down

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-44392770936488883492009-09-01T14:55:00.000-07:002009-09-01T22:09:17.052-07:00

Hi allSome new posts coming.Here is a copy of an upcoming article on Pacific Expedition Yachts recent expansion into Astoria Oregon.For an easier read of the article - please cut and paste the link into your browser. Sorry not sure why the imbedded link is not workinghttp://www.pacificexpedition.com/news/CRBJ_complete.pdfPat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-28360510069155585962009-06-22T21:28:00.000-07:002009-06-22T21:50:00.679-07:00

It seemed like the circus was in town as we splashed the 45 Custom Cat that has been in the shop. As you can see the design is somewhat different from the upcoming Pacific Expedition PE and CE range but it is a great boat. VERY capable this one, with planned use by the owner as pleasure and some scientific work as well. Proud to see it in it's natural element!She hit her lines perfectly and

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-8571765862983902722009-06-22T21:12:00.001-07:002009-06-22T22:07:47.970-07:00

We have expanded to a 2nd larger location. More to share later.Above shots show the floor empty before the move over the last month, but there are already two sets of hulls on the floor as we speak. The new location will allow us to expand our production faster as well as work more efficiently. We are excited to have found such a great fit. It slowed us down in a technical aspect but really is a

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-57383304096805871832009-05-10T21:50:00.000-07:002009-05-10T21:58:52.663-07:00

Hi allA few shots of the rough flybridge components. Lots of finishing work to follow on with after they are set on the craft. This is a tremendous flybridge with great spaces. Hard to see the scale without human reference but this will be a fantastic area from which to operate the boat. ThanksPat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-13161893786123444592009-04-30T13:50:00.000-07:002009-04-30T15:13:46.975-07:00

Final galley cabinet work is complete and they have been stained and sealed. The results are beyond our expectations to say the least. Note that these are hand crafted/grain matched cabinets in Pacific Expedition Yachts - not your typical cabinet stock you might find in some production or semi-production boats. They are as good or better than most high end residential cabinets. They will now get

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-17419510712779691452009-04-28T22:36:00.000-07:002009-04-29T00:07:22.078-07:00

So how do you know the exact weight 300ft of chain and anchor added onto the boat - if you did not weigh the anchor and chain to begin with? Well, you set the entire boat on digital load cells, that how!So we added some pretty cool new toys to the arsenal. Digital load cells from the great team at LoadStar now live under one of the boats at the shop. We will use these as standard procedure going

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-48900116774475737242009-04-19T15:30:00.001-07:002009-04-19T15:31:45.845-07:00

Here is a rough look at what the aft stairs will look like on the Pacific Expedition range.These stairs will lead to quite large swim steps/platforms on each side.ThanksPat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-45277540181004894972009-04-19T15:17:00.000-07:002009-04-19T15:25:00.239-07:00

Still busy at the shop and enjoying the new spring weather.Here is a shot to show the relative size of a PE-55 with an aft extension of 5ft. What you see here is about 12 feet from aft door to bustle wall.ThanksPat and JohnPacific Expedition Yachtswww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-50066653968239448342009-03-05T00:11:00.000-08:002009-03-05T00:15:35.523-08:00

A few past fishing shots...We gets lots of questions for setting up the cats to fish well...no problem - from Tuna Tubes to Transom Live Wells and Tackle Centers...we have it covered...ThanksPat and JohnPacific Expedition Yachtswww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-80925266037633721362009-03-05T00:04:00.001-08:002009-03-05T00:10:32.813-08:00

Hi allSome have asked for a few sailing shots of the 50x30 "Brass Ring" sailing cat that was completed last year.Here are a few shots.Pat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

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Hi allA few shots of the galley cabinets, unstained. Will be a rich brown tone when finished.Of note here are the hand matched grain, induction cook-top base with drawers and pull out spice racks on each side, a large sink base with space for Advantium oven to the left, full dovetail drawer construction, high end hardware, full maple interiors, all wood construction. All hand made in Oregon USA

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-85993181649332142052009-01-27T10:01:00.000-08:002009-01-27T11:35:02.610-08:00

We have had some questions on the GOLIGHTS up top on the boats - they are shown in the slide show of the previous post.Here is a review - great product at a good value. The light show in the slide show below in the next post is a wireless remote model. Very handy. See "older posts" if you do not see a post below this one.http://www.golight.com/enews/pdfs/Powerboat_Reports-Golight.pdfThe report is

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Final exterior paint, headliner prep, interior components going in.This is a different design than the Pacific Expedition Yachts PE and CE series but we wanted to get some shots out none the less.Double click images in the slide show for larger images.ThanksPat and John

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Doing it right.Pat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

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These images are a bit behind but you can see some shots here of the hulls coming up and one getting flipped. She will be a very impressive craft!She is available in a raised pilot house design as well as an express. See older posts link below for express info.Thanks!Pat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-41662835182500208502009-01-15T22:52:00.000-08:002009-01-15T22:58:01.058-08:00

Here is one of the previous custom 45's going out the door to get wet. Note that she is happy to sit on four small keel points during a couple shots. The full integrated keel offers outstanding protection and allows her to easily sit on her own bottom.Anchors getting set for position.The z-bows have turned out stunning and quite elegant in person.Thanks!Pat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-33539218836026040402009-01-08T14:33:00.000-08:002009-01-08T14:36:17.166-08:00

Please click link to read new article on the Oceanlines website!http://oceanlines.biz/2009/01/pacific-expedition-yachts-offers-long-range-cats/ ThanksPat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-46883556198052611452008-12-09T14:51:00.000-08:002008-12-09T19:46:12.591-08:00

Hi allSneak peak at a new ride.We do our best work interfacing with our network of viewers and owners - so do not be shy, let us know what you think of our designs - changes - whatever comes to mind.... Please email any comment or feedback to pat@pacificexpedition.comSo without further delay..... introducing the CE-48 Express FB. Measuring 48' by 17.5' Available without the FB as well.Two

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-35959421245199173722008-12-02T09:50:00.000-08:002008-12-02T10:22:03.071-08:00

Hi allYes things have been quiet on the blog yet busy on the floor. Time has flown since the October IBEX and Ft Lauderdale shows. Busy building lots of parts.Several PE-55's in production have been stretched to 60 feet with an extension in the cockpit.This extension will make for a fantastic aft cockpit area to fish, entertain or just relax. Imagine a 12' x 20' aft entertaining area that opens

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-5658986738193847392008-11-01T17:56:00.000-07:002008-11-01T19:22:53.680-07:00

Hi allWe need somewhere to soak our feet after pounding the docks and tents for days at the 2008 Ft Lauderdale Boat Show. Lots of great people and great boat gear to see.Most importantly we had the opportunity to spend a great deal of time with a number of our new owners. Ft Lauderdale presented a tremendous opportunity to see the newest gear for the boats as we update and finalize the specs for

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-35226668474483036562008-10-26T23:19:00.001-07:002008-10-28T20:23:11.542-07:00

Hi all,We get lots of questions about the "z-Bow hull" format that is used on the Pacific Expedition PE 45/55/65 range. Our hulls are designed in partnership with Stuart Bloomfield and Bloomfield Innovation so to be clear - of note today is a different design and from a different firm - in a large high speed format... but it is fun to see the video of these high speed runs.There is not a great

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-72482591407878206712008-10-05T19:32:00.000-07:002008-10-09T23:13:10.873-07:00

Hi allYes we are still here and as busy as we could possibly be. John and I are have just departed the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference, better known as IBEX in Miami this week. www.ibexshow.comI will post some images as we make it through the show. We had several new Pacific Expedition power and sailing cat clients attending the show with us. The Ft Lauderdale show at the

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-17817051439540769572008-08-17T13:23:00.000-07:002008-08-17T13:28:38.200-07:00

Hi all The new Pacific Expedition Owners Group forum is now active. If you are an owner you should have gotten an invite email from Pacific Expedition with log on information.Thanks!Pat and JohnPacific Expedition Yachtswww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-77672786541350464382008-07-21T21:24:00.000-07:002008-07-21T21:44:30.685-07:00

Hi allSet up for the new hulls began immediatly after the move. If there is floor space, we will fill it!You can see some of the activity above. The hull forms are stacked up waiting to get worked on. The lumber is to construct the initial forms.A 65 hull can be seen in the immediate background. Looks like a wall...but it is hull!!Thanks!Pat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-80883062235892165782008-07-21T19:13:00.000-07:002008-07-21T21:24:29.168-07:00

A 45' Custom Cat gets some "rays" out in the sun and moves to it's new temp home in the commissioning bay. Slow and steady moves a boat like this....This is a previous custom build that is finishing up - So close to the water!! The water you see is a side inlet of the river we are on that leads to the ocean a few miles away. This move made important space available for the PE first hulls and CE

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-92135840873790099982008-07-14T12:10:00.000-07:002008-07-14T12:17:20.498-07:00

Hi allBlog has been a bit quiet but we are now fully underway with the production of the both the new CE and PE range of power catamarans with boats under contract in all ranges.Here are a few quick shots of our master cabinet maker doing some final assembly on a set of wardrobes for one of the yachts on the floor.Also a shot of a sample board is attached. We narrow the selection of final

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-76711298538924205642008-06-16T09:18:00.000-07:002008-06-16T09:44:20.544-07:00

Hi allPutting a very busy week behind us, we have some shots of a new assembly and finishing bay that is nearing completion at the Oregon facility. Over 80' long, this bay will provide some much needed space relief as we ramp up the new boats. This bay will accept the largest PE boats in the series.Thanks!Pat and John

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-75356557047372923182008-06-12T20:29:00.000-07:002008-06-15T09:49:16.365-07:00

Hi all!John and I have had many discussions with prospects in the last number of months about motorsailers, in addition to the PE series and CE series. We have a very successful history of sailing builds, both commercial and pleasure. There are dedicated Pacific Expedition sailing models on the boards for discussion in the near future as well. Last weekend John and some client/friends took their

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-70673893247413120362008-06-05T10:33:00.000-07:002008-06-15T18:27:08.498-07:00

Hi all - some new news for today's reading!Let me say first, THANK YOU, to all the new supporters of Pacific Expedition Yachts. Your comments and interest has been such a pleasure to see as we grow into bigger and bigger shoes here at PEY. Some expanded space coming in a week or so at the facility and more interior work to show in a few days..... but for now a new announcement!!!Drum roll please!

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-22810504496413567572008-05-02T21:33:00.001-07:002008-05-03T18:48:05.018-07:00

Hi AllOK it has been a loooong period between posts and I am playing catch up. We have been super busy but it is all good news.Starting to build some samples and looks from our cabinet supplier Andrew Prather (seen looking at some yet to be announced new PEY plans). He is a local Portland fellow who is a true wood working craftsman. Check out his residential site hereAbove are just a couple looks

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-19250361908992476352008-03-28T14:25:00.000-07:002008-03-28T22:01:14.874-07:00

Hi all!We are very proud to offer up our latest 3D images of the new PE45 from Pacific Expedition Yachts.It is much like our PE55 but more economical in space. Now, bear in mind, in a Pacific Expedition Cat, that still means "huge" by common comparison! We hope you like what you see!FYI, the Flybridge on all models is still being finalized, hence the limited detail and missing components.More

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-54284897535385935862008-02-26T05:19:00.000-08:002008-02-27T11:54:49.387-08:00

Hi all,So we promised some content on marine shafts and here it is! We know you were waiting! ;)Seriously though, if you have ever had to endure the time and expense of shaft repair and replacement due to inferior materials or installation you will appreciate the importance of proper selection and set up of one of the hardest working components on your boat.John and I, at Pacific Expedition

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-39041792120602448302008-02-23T15:20:00.001-08:002008-02-23T15:22:49.159-08:00

Hi allJust a note to advise that we added a feed to the blog at http://pacificexpedition.blogspot.com so that when we update the blog with images and news, you will get an email alert.We hope you find it useful!ThanksPat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.comPacific Expedition Yachts

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-53421398321144626632008-02-23T15:09:00.001-08:002008-02-23T15:13:56.272-08:00

Hi all!Here are a couple quick Saturday afternoon shots of the PE45 3D as it goes through the process.More to come with full interior shots as well. I think it is looking great! Agree? or No? ;)Comments always welcome!Thanks!Pat and Johnhttp://www.pacificexpedition.com/pat@pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-28274851782952778662008-02-20T08:42:00.001-08:002008-02-20T08:44:56.081-08:00

HiJohn and I could be accused of sweating the details where some folks never place much attention.One of those mission critical areas that you do not want to worry about at night or at while sea is your shaft design, material and setup. Later this week John will share his thoughts and some images on what goes into proper shaft material selection as well as proper manufacturing design and

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-67637408607795682522008-02-20T08:36:00.000-08:002008-02-20T08:38:14.202-08:00

Hi allThanks for your patience as we change over to a new email server. If you are on the list you will be getting an email this week that will allow you to "click" and add yourself to the new system.If you do not want to wait you can use the form on this page - scroll down and on the right under the links.Thanks!Pat and John

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-5863347870880636762008-02-16T13:30:00.000-08:002008-02-16T13:43:52.752-08:00

OK this is pretty cool. Imagine adding one of these on the toy deck of your Pacific Expedition Catamaran!More here....http://www.gibbstech.co.uk/mediacentre/quadski.phpSo if you think that ATV/jetski was cool...check this one out!

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-54080086348291335972008-02-08T07:45:00.000-08:002008-02-08T10:51:16.026-08:00

Wide beam, plenty of space on deck....our kind of design indeed!!Now here is a long trip....when your waterline is only 3 feet....Endangered Sea Turtle Travels:"This is an animal perfectly suited for doing this kind of journey," said Scott Benson, research fishery biologist for the U.S. National Marine Fisheries Service."The longest distance of nine turtles tagged in 2003, Benson said, was the

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-28074217729667654352008-01-22T21:12:00.000-08:002008-01-22T21:13:54.583-08:00

Hi allSlide show above is the final update for the PE55 - double click for larger images and to control the show.PE45 and PE65 in the oven now....Thanks!Pat and John

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-43573481617634939522008-01-17T15:17:00.000-08:002008-01-18T11:17:08.149-08:00

Hi all,OK so we are getting some of the new 3D uploaded now. Still have some further shots to upload and some replacements for what is here. However, please see the attached slideshow above and take a look at our progress.Below is a quick walk-through that I borrowed from something I sent to an interested party so excuse the self-plagiarism.. ;) Not enough time to rewrite it all!The Pacific

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-55264305534081257522008-01-16T20:45:00.000-08:002008-01-16T20:55:03.843-08:00

Hi all,Under the heading of "why we choose to build our power catamaran future here" - the Newport/Toledo area continues to attract tremendous interest and funding to further the Pacific marine studies and pursuits.Here is a link to news of an exciting new research facility that has been given the green light and will be up and running over the next few years. Above is a shot of the Pacific Storm

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-26847898679671236752008-01-09T14:21:00.000-08:002008-01-09T14:31:57.901-08:00

HiWe are getting ready for a major website update on the progress of the 3D interior design and layout. If you are on our mailing list I will get a note to you on when it is ready to view. Thanks for all your patience while we sorted it out. The 3D work is intended to give a feel for the flow of the floor plans and how the boat "lives" from day to day, not for materials and colors per say.

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-29906697491445764532008-01-02T14:36:00.000-08:002008-01-03T14:23:51.737-08:00

Hi allWe're deep into mid-winter fishing blues and while doing some looking around on the net......we noticed some old friends updated their website recently and it is worth a look, better yet, a visit!I was turned onto Tanaku Lodge in Elfin Cove AK a number of years ago and have been up three summers since. Some of the best people and best fishing in the world reside there. This included Jim and

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-24044974419896292672007-12-31T20:14:00.000-08:002007-12-31T20:38:15.118-08:00

Hi all,Local fleet doing it right for sustainability. Way to go and congratulations!Take a look at the full article here.... a http://www.newportnewstimes.com/articles/2007/12/28/news/news02.txtTake special note of the "Oregon Gate" fish bycatch solution. The Oregon cold water shrimp fleet accounts for only a small percent of total shrimp harvest but they are leading the way in innovation and

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-42964759518093358622007-12-31T18:07:00.000-08:002008-01-03T09:07:00.306-08:00

Hi all,FYI -We did some revisions to the PE45 floor plan. Changes include a deeper salon for more living and entertaining area. Also, much improved (larger) galley and more seating near the helm. Thanks!Pat and John

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-60674214133375024432007-12-31T08:56:00.000-08:002008-01-03T09:07:40.010-08:00

12/31/07Hi all!Happy New Year!Today marks only the three short months for Pacific Expedition Yachts and already we have meet so many folks excited to talk about their cruising dreams and plans!The New Year will be an exciting one here at Pacific Expedition for our new clients and ourselves. Lots of work to be done, but John and I are passionate about the road ahead.Getting the most out of the

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-54347826286027362732007-12-23T22:14:00.000-08:002007-12-29T16:58:11.184-08:00

HiOK so John and I get lots of questions about bio-fuels for the boats and we also are watching the developments closely.Here is some news from Shell.http://www.autobloggreen.com/2007/12/12/shell-oil-to-grow-biofuels-from-marine-algae/Some B-Roll - no sound but some titles http://www.shell.com/home/content/media-en/news_and_library/biofuels/biofuels_cellana_broll_11122007.html

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-40381458179556405172007-12-19T08:25:00.001-08:002007-12-19T08:42:59.268-08:00

Hi!We love to see this. Oregon continues to buck the trend of US commercial ship building reductions. Portland is about 2hrs up the coast from our facility and an important center of commerce for the state here. Interesing read... http://www.workboat.com/magazine-content/coverstory.asp

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-42266227298133762582007-12-19T07:43:00.000-08:002008-01-03T09:08:21.717-08:00

HiWe have completed much of the build detail on the PE45 and as a result have generated a new profile. This PE45 encompases all of the attributes and features included in the larger PE55 and PE65, but in a more compact package. The website is updated as well. http://www.pacificexpedition.com/ - Click on the PE45 link.Happy Holidays!Pat and John

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-69300951969922738872007-12-18T06:09:00.001-08:002007-12-18T06:29:30.435-08:00

Hi all,It's been a real busy December and just getting back to the blog. Thanks for all your great comments on our little site, John and I are happy people are enjoying it!!Some interesting reading on an expanded fishery monitoring system our friends at Jensen Marine Electronics are busy readying for a massive install. Last weekend, John noted pallets of the new VMS units stacked up at Jensen,

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-29660774224350540072007-12-11T08:37:00.000-08:002008-02-25T07:14:07.989-08:00

Hi all,John and I had a really enjoyable weekend entertaining some folks at the Pacific Expedition offices along the coast. We say it all the time, but it is true, we really enjoy the people part of the business. It is always exciting to meet people that share our vision of boating.One of the new techy things discussed over the weekend was how to best consolidate all the many points of

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-29859770310761965592007-12-05T19:09:00.000-08:002007-12-06T05:37:22.193-08:00

Hi AllFYI, if you need some assistance in the marine industry from purchasing a yacht to building one, this is one of the guys that should be on your short list. Steve D'Antonio is one of the best in the business and he has a new website for us to enjoy. Have some fun checking out the examples Steve shows of how NOT to do things on a boat!http://www.stevedmarineconsulting.com/ThanksPat and John

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-92179870343065655462007-12-05T07:34:00.000-08:002008-01-03T09:09:31.579-08:00

Hi allQuick post:As some have requested a look at the 65' hulls at the shop, here you go. As you can see these hulls dominate in the "waterline" department. This was an early "in process" shot during a quick roll-out for some fresh air. Thanks!Pat and John

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-59373095174619949592007-12-05T06:41:00.000-08:002008-02-25T07:14:56.962-08:00

Hi all,John and I at Pacific Expedition Yachts are very lucky to have a wonderful naval architect, Stuart Bloomfield, as a program partner who is responsible for much of the development to date of the new Pacific Expedition PE45/55/65 power catamaran range. Stuart's experience is a tremendous benefit to the entire organization and ensures that the Pacific Expedition range of power catamarans are

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-47754440029514225302007-12-05T06:21:00.000-08:002008-02-25T07:11:29.164-08:00

Hi all,OK lots of questions at the PE shop about the new Zeus drive application. Here is a quick video. Contact us direct for more information about using the new Zeus in the PE range.The Pacific Expedition range is capable of either traditional shaft drive as well as being approved for the new Zeus application in the PE45 and PE55. Neither is "better" per say, it is really more about

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-68052683290075661842007-12-04T11:58:00.000-08:002007-12-04T13:20:22.697-08:00

Winter storm updateJohn is crawling into the 45' in the shop with his wireless laptop as the river outside rises steadily. It may float out of the shop door if this keeps up! Seriously though, the shop is fine but we really feel for some of the neighbors up and down the coast.For you marine forecast watchers, check this Sunday forecast out ... COASTAL WATERS FORECASTNATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-54912145572338727072007-12-04T10:41:00.000-08:002007-12-04T10:50:21.410-08:00

There is always someone bigger...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dn0GjURpYls&feature=relatedPat and John

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-77587208705385327112007-12-04T10:17:00.000-08:002007-12-04T10:37:42.165-08:00

At Pacific Expedition we are Furuno fans and we love the new Furuno NavNet 3DLearn more here.... http://www.youtube.com/user/FurunoLabJohn and Pat

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-21903755298889284522007-12-04T09:51:00.000-08:002007-12-04T10:13:15.881-08:00

Hi there,We will have our own thoughts for you on marine electronics as it applies directly to the Pacific Expedition power catamaran line but it is a fast moving subject. One guy who has a good bead on new stuff and the issues is Ben Ellison. We like to see what he is looking at from time to time. Check his blog out at http://www.panbo.com/ThanksPat and John

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-15686710266340836082007-12-03T22:16:00.000-08:002008-01-03T09:10:19.242-08:00

Some early shots of the new PE55 are up on the http://www.pacificexpedition.com/ home site.You are seeing early looks and they are just getting the details applied. Some substantial parts and pieces are still missing. So do not be surprised to see some changes.We put the shots up for reference due to popular demand. Also so folks can grab a better glimpse at the beauty that is the new Pacific

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-31157563817917666822007-12-03T21:54:00.001-08:002008-01-03T09:10:46.500-08:00

Some of the Pacific Expedition sales crew spent the weekend doing some recon for a potential additional office up north in the south Puget Sound area. A sudden snow storm was a surprise inland, while the coast got hammered by hurricane force winds. Just another winter weekend in the Northwest!The trip included a visit to beautiful Gig Harbor, Washington just across the Tacoma Narrows. If you

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-31582952280809662312007-12-03T21:42:00.000-08:002008-03-14T11:22:09.678-07:00

Hi allWe had done some scratch coats at the shop this weekend to test some Awlgrip colors. Here is some dark blue going on. These darker colors leave no room for mistakes in the fairing of the hull so it really pushes the crew to exceed expectations. http://www.awlgrip.com/Eventually this 45' power catamaran will get a light ice blue color.Thanks! Pat and Johnwww.pacificexpedition.com

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-74232164589592907802007-12-03T21:22:00.001-08:002007-12-03T21:26:29.849-08:00

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2004049175_crab03m.htmlThere are some guys doing really amazing work on a daily basis to get the table set at your local seafood joint. It is great to see them get some credit.Pat and John

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-65453032687515969092007-12-03T21:06:00.000-08:002007-12-03T22:25:41.820-08:00

Not much ship building at the shop either.Our coast got hit with one of the bigger storms in recent memory. John and crew suffered with power on and off at the shop all weekend with winds to 125mph with 70knt sustained directly along the coast...The sales and marketing contingent, on a recon mission up North, got caught in a snow storm in the Puget sound area and saw many cars in the ditch

The PacEx Crewnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2209899957167747733.post-90912023202201742372007-12-03T20:41:00.001-08:002007-12-03T22:28:59.560-08:00

Hi!Welcome to the Pacific Edition where you will find John and I posting whatever news or opinions are on our radar...or our opinions on radar...well, you get the idea.Hope you enjoy and please check back often!ThanksPat and JohnPacific Expeditionhttp://www.pacificexpedition.com/

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