In The Media

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On this page you can read what some of the most respected boating journalists have been saying about our yachts and about our brand.
BOATING NZ

GB54 – A GRAND DAY OUT

The Grand Banks 54 (GB54) blends the traditional trawler appeal of a ‘Downeaster-style’ lapstrake hull with the handling and performance of a modern, fast semi-displacement planing launch. 
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PASSAGEMAKER

GB85 – BORN TO RUN

Grand Voyager. The new flagship Grand Banks 85 improves yet again on what was already an iconic brand. 
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YACHTING

GB85 – EDITORS’ CHOICE AWARD

The Grand Banks 85 Skylounge is a vessel that exponentially expands the notion of what this builder is and what it is becoming. 
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POWER & MOTORYACHT

GB85 – BUYER’S GUIDE 2023

Saying that a boat feels like a small superyacht is an oft-used cliche, but with the 85, that sentiment rings true. 
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PASSAGEMAKER

GB54 – BREAKING THE MOLD

Now comes another new Grand Banks-the 54-with similar features and styling in a package more likely to hit the sweet spot for families and cruising couples. 
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LAKELAND BOATING

GB54 – CONFIDENCE FROM THE HULL UP.

From the “If I wasn’t there, I wouldn’t believe it” files. Case study: The brand-new Grand Banks 54 (GB54). 
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Boating New Zealand

GB60 – PIE IN THE SKY

Who says you can’t have your cake and eat it too? The Grand Banks 60 Skylounge is made for enjoying the sun, but with the protection of a fully-enclosed flybridge for year round enjoyment. 
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SOUNDINGS ONLINE

MARK RICHARDS – ON THE ART OF BALANCING SAIL AND POWER

Racing sailors and cruising powerboat-ers can be as divided as Democrats and Republicans. But Mark Richards is truly bipartisan in his approach to boating. 
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YACHTING

GB54 – REAL DEAL

The Grand Banks 54's aesthetic retains the brand's DNA while adding a modern, high-performing hull form under the water. 
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