£316,000 Yacht Tour : Galeon 325GTO
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- Опубліковано 8 лют 2025
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Over the years that I've been involved with boats there have been some quantum changes involving the technology of building, powering and driving/navigating them, but the biggest change I've noticed in recent times is the vast improvement in the space usage. Some of this has been assisted by new and improved materials (lighting is a big example), but a lot has been designers just getting smarter and more innovative. This Galeon is a prime example of designer smarts and they've built a beautiful boat. Thanks as always Nick for the detailed tour.
@Christhorpe Junction Wow, you open up a huge area of discussion, and although I have my opinions, I'm not an expert in this area and I'm sure Nick would have a lot of thoughts and input as well.
BUT, since you asked, in the short term, electric power is going to have to be only part of a power system. Hybrid systems are likely to involve diesel motors running at optimum speed powering electric drives through batteries/solar panels etc. I see the move being initially towards making the most efficient use of power sources available in combination. The growth in storage capability of batteries (Tesla being a prime example) is going to be key to a longer term transformation.
Hello David My father and grandfather always loved the water... I am a recent
convert... To add to your list above two 'recent' changes I see in boating generally... bigger glass panels look so nice and simple hardware made...
more clever and more useful... not sure I even make sense.
Galeon quality at its best. This has everything for a great weekend on the water. Enjoy your Sunday on the water! Thanks for sharing Nick.
Best for the money too
My first thought was: for this money, I can get more boat by following some of your other reviews. As you worked your way around, I could see where the value is; what fine finishes there are; the level of fittings and equipment. Even the heads are good-sized and welcoming! Galleon has done something fine here!
Constently amazes me how much these designers can queeze into such a small boat. Love this one, like a floating camper van. Thanks Nick, another winner
That has got to be one of the most practically beautiful boats I have seen so far. Thanks for the tour 😊 👏 👍
Thanks for watching!
Every time I watch these videos I’m always more interested in the multi-million pound yachts, the big beasties with a ridiculous amount of luxury. If your going to dream you might as well dream big. But this Galeon is absolutely beautiful, I can imagine having have as much fun on that, as much a sense of enjoyment and privilege as I could on the bigger boats you feature here. It’s absolutely beautiful that yacht
Gaelon keeps impressing with their innovations. Even with their smaller boats. There's so much boat here! That fold down balcony; I'm pretty sure not many competitors have this on their smaller series. Just brilliant.
Thanks Nick, and a suggestion for you: We seem to be seeing more and more outboard power trains on higher end boats. These outboards are apparently far more sophisticated and reliable than in years past. You might find it of high interest to do a future boat walk around where some time is spent discussing this 'new' kind of technology.
More sophisticated, sure, that could be argued. More reliable? Dont know about that... Outboards have mostly been very reliable since "forever".
Dont really see anything "new" about the technology in them, except for stuff like that integration that makes the joystick control availible, but you can get inboards with that as well.
@@GoldenCroc Some of us are older than "forever" and remember the times of two-stroke, carbureted outboards that were exceedingly temperamental. That being said, I've hardly been aboard an outboard-powered boat since the 1970s. I had a couple short rides on more modern ones on a trip a few years ago, but I was too busy sight-seeing to pay much attention. They started, ran, and got us where we needed to go, so I guess I can't complain.
@@BillWalkerSD Nothing wrong about being old, thats all well and good. I am not some teenager myself, not by a long shot.
Problem is, there is a often a tendency tendency to "compress" years as you get older. I.e words like "recently" often becomes 40 years or so in the past. Even the ones saying that is "recently" themselves would agree that is not really the case by any reasonable definition in many areas.
In the case of the YOUR reply, here is what I think: Machines need servicing with proper parts, fuel and oil. Smaller, lower value machines are less likely to get it, that much is clear. How many people service their lawn mower regularly? Not a big percentage, let me assure you of that.
Outboards, especially smaller ones, fall into the same category. A 4hp outboard on a 12 foot boat is extremely unlikely to get proper servicing, epecially as it gets older.
Inboards on the other hand, have higher value and is more likely to be mounted in larger boats. These boats are in turn more likely to be owned by higher income people, that can afford to service regularly, at least once a year when the boat is pulled out of the water and winterized. No such need with a trailered boat. Most people dont winterize their outboards, since they get rid of their own coolant and wont freeze and crack the engine block.
The temperamental outboards you experienced likely got gummed up carburators because of bad/no servicing and bad oils. Still, they werent the best in many cases, but not much worse than anything else of the era IF proper servicing/fuel/oil is given.
However, since the late 1970s with electronic ignition, they are very reliable with proper servicing, on par with what an inboard gets. I would say perhaps even more so than a inboard 4 stroke gas engine such as the common mercruisers, since there is less to break.
I have owned a lot of old outboards, and still do. Some I still own are as old as very early 1980s. I service them myself, and they go perfectly and with the same power as when they were new, some 40 years later.
As for bias, I will say I also own inboard boats, and in many ways prefer inboards since they make the boat look "cleaner", with a lower rear possible. I will always prefer an inboard if possible, for this reason.
So thats the overarching deal: With similar servicing to inboards, outboards havent been close to what one even with a stretch might reasonably call "unreliable" in at least 40-some years. (I would say longer than that, more like 50+ years, but ok) That is hardly recent news when it comes to vehicles, wouldnt you agree?
We are at over 15 years of fuel injected outboards being common, which are even easier, no need to even flush the carbs of old fuel. Evinrude E-tec motors doesnt strictly even have a yearly servicing need, putting it at less servicing needed than any inboard. 15+ years is also hardly news in my book.
Anyway, those are my opinions and experiences, everyone is of course free to have their own. But I like to think my experience in this field counts for something.
Cheers mate.
I'm in my mid 30s and even I remember some of the dodgy outboards of the past. We used to have a tender with a Mercury 30hp engine on it which was nicknamed Dead Fred (Mercury) as it spent most of its life needing repaired.
Take a look around: There are 300K+ pound outboard-powered boats being built. Nick keeps pointing out the engine management displays at the helm that tie back to these modern tickers. Joysticks at the helm use them. Clearly they are now digitally based; clearly they are also massively expensive. Builders will tell you they are highly reliable, claiming they are close to shaft-driven diesels. Whatever your opinion of them, it would be a treat for Nick to present some of the details.
First time I ever seen a sunbed structure over outboard engines! Very cool and clever
2 beds and all the leisure areas you need. What a great design
Thank you very much - we are Germans living in Bulgaria - and we are just a few minutes away from Marina Dinevi in Sveti Vlas. Last 10 years I did not have a boat, but now we are following you and my motivation to buy a new one is 110%. We love your videos and your charming tours. ;-)
Awesome, have fun! 😃
This would be the perfect boat for where I live in South West Florida. The outboards mean you can beach it, and they can be lifted so that they don’t get fouled when its sitting in the marina. I would prefer an open version, but if I had the funds this would be my next boat. Thank you for an excellent tour NIck!
I was certainly impressed when I looked at this boat last week in Ocean Village. Galeon are very creative with their design and packaging.
I think Galeon and Azimut are my two favourite boat brands. Their clever layouts and modern stylish interiors always appeal to me.
Galeon consistently comes up tops on this channel and this boat doesn't disappoint.
What a fantastic little boat. I would love one of these. Great weekend away, couple of nights on board then head home. The use of space is just brilliant. Feels way bigger than 32ft. The wave in the mirror was the icing on the cake. Thank you so much Nick for sharing this little beauty with us
You're very welcome! :)
I keep revisiting this boat. Must have watched this 7 or 8 times. Love it, love it, love it!
This might be one of the coolest and at the same time smartest boats in that weekender class that I ever saw!!! I'm totally in Love!
Just wish it would be half that price :'(
Fantastic use of space on what is essentially still a pretty short boat. Never been a fan of outboards (even though I understand their merits) but when hidden by a sun bed that really changes things! Thanks so much for showing us this one!
Excellent little boat, very ingeniously designed. I must say the idea of twin outboards seems to give so much more space, plus it’s got to be better to have the drives clear of the water, especially if it’s salt water, easier maintenance and so much more comfortable to work on. Surely, this has got to be the future, especially now Mercury are doing huge, powerful and quiet outboards. Galeon always make the most of the available space, I love it. Thanks, Nick. 👍😊
To me, Galeon is the best. My favorite remains the Galeon 640 fly video you did. Filled with innovation.
I REALLY like this one. Would be absolutely perfect for summers on the great lakes where I live. I especially like the sun bed over the outboards simply because I bet it really cuts down on engine noise when you're cruising. Always surprises me how much they fit inside these bow rider style boats as well. Walking up to it from the outside you would never guess it full accommodation inside.
Plenty of innovations on this daytime boat, that drop down platform and the drop-down or up wheel is very good. Love the skyhook stop and you don't move. Very clever. To me where Galeon goes, other boat designers will follow. Over the years as I look at your videos I've noticed how much boats and their electronics have changed and developed. Clever use of space. Fascinating. Thanks Nick.
What magnificent use of space. The double bed under the stairs is a great idea. I like the squared off bow too as it makes the space very useable. With those outboards it should have a fair old pace to it too.
Excellent little boat
This a very creative 32 ft boat! I love how Galeon is always putting in design solutions to give you more for less!
I really starting to love the galeon boats. I love the outside areas on them. And the fact that you can go through instead of around them to get on the front, even the bigger ones.
That is just a beautiful yacht, great use of space and lovely finishes. It has everything you need for great days out. Many thanks for a great tour Nick.
Galeon really are making some smart boats this is another great example so much space on a small boat.
Thanks for the tour Nick and happy Easter
What a stunning boat. Cleverly thought out and beautifully executed. The quality is also very impressive.
Cracking job as ever Nick!
Glad you enjoyed it :)
blows my mind how clever boat builders have gotten with maximizing space and versatility on all sizes of boats
Galeon are nautical miles ahead of other boat yards in terms of space innovation.
@Steve Eschweiler I wasn't just thinking this class but up the scale too, those fold out side decks making literally sea-side cocktail bars and sea-facing lounges, let alone the pick-the-view rotating lounge. Yeah, Galeon.
Love the innovation of Galeon boats - especially that sunken forward cockpit area. This will offer great value for money in the second hand market in years to come. Cheers Nick
Love this boat, especially the deck over the outboards.
You are absolutely right when you say these are a kind of a personal island.
You are and will remain the best boat vlogger there is def.
You're very kind 🙂
Greetz from the Netherlands.
Thanks for this. Galeons are my favourite Yachts on the planet.
I'm really taken with this boat, a ton of clever thinking went into this. This is the perfect weekender for a couple and a brilliant day boat as well. Thanks as always for the great tour Nick.
Our pleasure!
Hi Nick...first time you show the engines and the deck first (before the masters cabine) since I started watching your videos... I prefer the routine..it is previsible and it increases the confidence. After saying that I can tell you it is a stunning boat and your video supreme as usual. Hugs from Colombia.
The best use of space I’ve seen on any boat you’ve shown. Amazing.
I was genuinely surprised by the second stateroom, what a smart use of space! Galeon is quickly becoming one of my favorite boat designers.
Greetings Nick
Lovely boat. What surprised me about this boat is exactly how much is going on and the quality of the build. You know storage is everything and this boat has it. The innovative features are awesome especially with the beautiful hardtop and closures. Great tour. Thanks
Cheers
A swiss army knife of a boat, complete with diving platform!. Thanks for the tour Nick. 👍
I always love Galeons, excellent quality, amazing innovation and I would expect a great deal of customisation available! Thanks for sharing this one, I like your boat!
Great boat - and compared to other offerings - literally a steal !!!
This might be my new favorite boat on your channel. I love what they did with that bow area. Great video, Nick. Thanks for the tour!
Thanks for watching!
I love that deck over the outboards. Thats cool.
Well what a stunning boat and being a fan of outboards and joystick control makes this one super craft.
Great pocket yacht. Love the aft sun deck and the folding balcony. Decent range as well with optional wing tanks.
WOW!!! Super Galeon Quality as always… what else is there to say? Absolutely fabulous! Thanks Nick! 👋🏻
There is a bunch of nice things in this little jewel for the price. Love the side balcony. Thanks for posting this video Nick.
Thanks for watching!
A new Galeon tour on Aquaholic, it must be my lucky day! Your videos are always fantastic! Thank you for a wonderful tour as always Nick!
My pleasure!
Galeon are always impressive boats. Love how they use the space above the outboards. Great review as always Nick Cheers
What a lovely interior to see. My favorite was the double bed behind the steps. So much thought went into putting as much practical use into that boat. Thank you for the amazing video!
Glad you liked it!
Nicks' enthusiasm will make any boat look fun but I think this one is a real deal!
The TWO champagne buckets also really sold me. Nick... you mention two reasons
for the 'always' ready bed below... I can only think of one.
😳
I absolutely love Galeons design and innovation. This is a really practical boat for the money. If I can’t afford the Numarine 37XP or the Galeon 640 fly, then this would be a real contender 😊. Thanks as always Nick (Michael Punch)
I’m 4 minutes in, and realize this is a beast! Love it!
What a cool boat. Loads of space and something I would definitely buy for a bay boat. Lovely watch Nick...I have the same color combo.
Fantastic and dare I say far better than the catamaran in terms of accommodation and practicality. Brilliant tour Nick.
The platform over the motors is genius!
Wow turned out better than I thought. I didn’t think I would be interested in this one I just watched to support. Well done.
Maybe the *skyhook* should have been named _skyanchor_ ! But what a very clever concept.
A place I used to work used to send ew apprenticeship out to buy Skyooks, or to get a long weight (I.e. keep them around waiting for a long wait), But that stopped after one apprentice actually found a Skyhook and brought one back. It wasn't cheap either. 🙂
@@brownnoise357 bucket of steam or tartan paint…..
Ask them today and they’ll say “what’s an apprentice?”
Certainly a quality finish and feature packed. The overall layout doesn’t do it for me but I did really love the setup of that foredeck.
Again as usual Brilliant program from Nick it's just pleasure to watch. Big Thanks Nick for your hard work always appreciated thumbs UP every time. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Eye catching, absolutely beautiful, floating 24/7 fun!
Whoa.. I never really like Galeon much. But this baby is the cat's meow.. Perfect for river running out here.. Though our big ole river has some real narrow channels and commercial barges so AIS is a respectful must.. thanks Nick.. this is a good un..
This looks like a great weekend getaway. Masses of storage and general space.
That is the best small, affordable-ish boat I think I have ever seen. Bravo Galeon.
Many purpose built boats are single duty - fishing boats for fishing, dive boats for SCUBA, etc. While being quite efficient at their designed task, that's it, really. But this is a floating FUN platform. And as such it only offers good times in the water - brilliant. My one concern is covering the outboards will make it tedious to gain access to each motor's starter rope. Oh well, small inconvenience for an otherwise "perfect" FUN BOAT. This will be an easy craft to share with family, friends and neighbors. Thanks, Nick and good on ya Galeon.
Just a lovely boat. Kind of on the fussy side and I don't know how well it will hold up to the years, but brand spankin' new a wonderful boat.
This is one of those boats that just 'makes sense' to me.
As soon as I find 300 grand imma gonna get me one
What a great little boat. Such good use of space. Really impressed - thanks Nick!
My pleasure!
Hi there. This yacht is simply incredible! The helm area is so exciting I almost want to teleport myself over to play with all the buttons. The lower cabin is very cute too. The cappuccino colour is absolutely gorgeous. Yep! This gets a thumbs up for me. Galeon is starting to woo me 🤗😊🥰. Thank you for yet another great tour. 🌺🌸💐
Awesome boat, I love Galeon designs!
Really enjoyed this tour, Nick. Galeon really do make brilliant boats and their use of space is astonishing. 👍👍👍.
Possibly the best yet!
Galleon always impresses with it's innovative use of space. One of these could make an extraordinary fishing charter.
Now this could be smugglers blues 3 Nick, lovely boat and practical. Keep up the good work Nick
Superb boat, great tour!
Ideal boat for weekending or days out on the water. Brilliant
What an amazingly clever boat. So much in the space availiable, great video Nick, thanks
My pleasure!
For size of boat, its a amazing fact it has proper bathroom, and sleeping area as well as dinette/sleeping. Further more high performance. Thanks for the tour Nick 👍👍
Thanks for watching!
Real nice this one. Perfect summer boat.
I absolutely love your videos. Best wishes from Canada 🇨🇦
This is absolutely magnificent! I would imagine this would be great for one of the bigger lakes in the USA. I'm landlocked in Iowa!
What a great boat for 32ft. Two sleeping quarters. Not a bad price either. Loved it.
Yeahhh love it Nick, “a party island”, a great description 👍
Excellent yacht and presentation. Only thing missing is a separate/dry shower which typically is rare on a boat this size. Very nice design!
Great video Nick.
I keep wondering how many smart details they can come up with on the smaller boats.
One really has to be innovative as a boat designer
ohh good lord nick, this is a really nice, yeah I think Galeon are my type of boat. Great work Nick, your on a bit of a rush with the boat reviews, you have done soo many in such a short time, nice!!!
Galeon are ingenious as ever with this boat.
Big fan of this boat; fantastic design. Great as always, Nick!
Many thanks!
Another well presented incredible vessel. Galeon innovation and quality at its' best. Love your work.
Thank you kindly!
Lovely boat honestly Tardis
Really nice boat. Another entertaining tour!
Great tour Nick! Galleons are always an interesting design. The only problem with the Cuddy design on the bow is in rough seas that area just gets swamped!
Just at a glance, this boat looks like serious fun!
Nick, that is a brilliant boat and a flawless presentation
Thank you :)
Nice little boat. I like Galeons very much.
Leave it to Galeon...every time I see one I can't help but think, "Who are these people ? How can they be so dam clever ?" They always amaze.
Im not even a boat fan, nor do i own a boat (Though, it is a dream to have one) but i love just how relaxing your tours are. Really lovely videos.
Glad you like them 🙂
Very interesting video ( as are most of yours it has to be said). My earliest boat memories are weekend trips from Chichester to Bembridge on a friend's parents boat. Never owned more than a fishing dingy myself but for some reason appreciate your presenting style.
Wow this would kill in a place like Florida with al the party boaters, that layout is fantastic.
What an innovative design, good review Nick.