{"id":53438,"date":"2021-02-22T19:16:59","date_gmt":"2021-02-23T00:16:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/?p=53438"},"modified":"2023-05-08T09:00:43","modified_gmt":"2023-05-08T13:00:43","slug":"first-look-cl-yachts-clb88","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/story\/yachts\/cl-yachts-clb88-first-look\/","title":{"rendered":"First Look: CL Yachts CLB88"},"content":{"rendered":"\n        <section class=\"hydra-container\">\n\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-1-2.jpg\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"CL Yachts CLB88\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-1-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-1-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-1-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/>                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n            <figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">CL Yachts calls its new four-stateroom, four-head CLB88 the &#8220;motoryacht reimagined.&#8221;<\/span>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy CL Yachts<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t            <\/figcaption>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/tags\/cl-yachts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CL Yachts<\/a> CLB88 is the first from-scratch motoryacht in a new series for the builder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Boarding the CLB88 is made safe and easy via the hydraulically operated, 1,500-pound capacity swim platform\u2014entry to the crew and captain\u2019s quarters and engine room is also found here. Stairs flanking the transom provide access to the teak cockpit. The yacht\u2019s flybridge overhang provides protection from the sun and elements for alfresco dining at a teak table with a benchseat along the transom. There\u2019s room for additional loose chairs too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<style>.embed-container\r\n\r\n{ position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; }\r\n.embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed\r\n\r\n{ position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\r\n<\/style><div class='embed-container'><iframe frameborder='0' width='480' height='270' src='\/\/www.dailymotion.com\/embed\/video\/x7znlt2?autoplay=1&#038;mute=1' allowfullscreen allow='autoplay'><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Entering the salon through the double-glass door, guests are greeted by teak overhead, a teak- and-holly sole and plentiful seating. There is a day head to port. A dining table is forward and to port with a designer-inspired table, which expands to seat up to 8 guests for form dinners. A key interior design feature is an unobstructed floor plan from the cockpit door to the country kitchen. There is also nearly 360 degrees of glass providing ocean views in all directions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n        <section class=\"hydra-container\">\n\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-2-1.jpg\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"CL Yachts CLB88 salon\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-2-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-2-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-2-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/>                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n            <figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">A teak headliner and the teak-and-holly soul add warmth to the salon. Note the overhead inset LED lighting.<\/span>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy CL Yachts<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t            <\/figcaption>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<p>The CLB88\u2032s interior is floated and interior elements are not directly tied into the yacht\u2019s support structure, resulting in reduced vibration and a relatively quiet ride, a feature that is really appreciated during longer passages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<p>An automatic, electrically-operated sensor door forward provides access to the galley to port with a twin-sink island and a dinette with seating for five guests. To starboard, is the lower helm that is outfitted with a pair of Garmin touchscreens, cameras, autopilot, Sirius XM weather system and VHF radio. Cabinets, drawers and other stowage spaces are plentiful. In addition, there is access to the two forward staterooms via a wide staircase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n        <section class=\"hydra-container\">\n\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-3-1.jpg\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"CL Yachts CLB88 galley\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-3-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-3-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-3-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/>                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n            <figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">The galley\/country kitchen with dinette is forward on the main deck.<\/span>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy CL Yachts<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t            <\/figcaption>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<p>Offering room for the growing cruising family, the CLB88 has a four-stateroom, four-head layout with an amidships master stateroom and VIP stateroom taking full advantage of the yacht\u2019s 26-foot-6-inch beam. Spacious accommodations are also found in the forepeak stateroom with a queen berth and the double-berth stateroom to starboard. All staterooms have en suite heads and showers. For extended cruises, the yacht has numerous stowage areas in both closets and built-ins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<p>The wide-open spaces on the bridge deck-accessed from the aft deck or a \u2018floating stairway\u201d in the salon-has a centerline helm, abundant seating, full bar and grill, and it begs for outdoor adventures while underway or at an anchorage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Built to exacting specifications, CL Yachts uses only the latest advances in boat construction, such as resin-infused fiberglass and carbon fiber, to help reduce weight and maintain strength. In addition, all fuel and water tanks are fiberglass and integral to the hull. In total, the CLB88 has a 175,000-pound displacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n        <section class=\"hydra-container\">\n\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-4-1.jpg\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"CL Yachts CLB88 master stateroom\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-4-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-4-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-4-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/>                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n            <figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">There is a full-beam (22&#8217;6&#8243;) master stateroom amidships. Hull-side windows offer inspiring sea views.<\/span>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy CL Yachts<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t            <\/figcaption>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<p>The motoryacht is powered with a pair of 1,600 hp Caterpillar C32 Acert engines, providing for an easy 20-knot cruise and up to 25-plus knots at wide-open-throttle in proper sea conditions. Two 53 kW Kohler gensets are housed in a wide open, well lit, engine room, providing more than enough power onboard to run all systems while cruising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<p>The CLB88 is also nimble around the dock and in close-quarters thanks to bow and stern thrusters. And with wide exterior walkways combining with high bulwarks, transiting fore and aft is safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n        <section class=\"hydra-container\">\n\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-5-1.jpg\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"CL Yachts CLB88 upper deck\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-5-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-5-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yachtingmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/CLB88-5-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/>                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n            <figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">The CLBB88&#8217;s upper deck is the place for alfresco entertaining on the hook.<\/span>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy CL Yachts<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t            <\/figcaption>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t\n\n\n\n<p>Whether combining private ownership with the possibility of charter opportunities or using the CL Yachts CLB88 for your own at-sea adventure, this motoryacht offers a safe, comfortable and luxurious cruising experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<p>(Look for a full feature on the CLB88 in a future issue of <i>Yachting<\/i>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, visit: <a href=\"http:\/\/clyachts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">clyachts.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><i>Yachting\u2019s<\/i> initial impressions from a day aboard the CL Yachts CLB88 motoryacht.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":38632,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"BS_author_type":"BS_author_is_guest","BS_guest_author_name":"Ken Kreisler","BS_guest_author_url":"","hydra_display_date":"20210222","hydra_display_updated":false,"_yoast_wpseo_primary_category":"163","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"The CL Yachts CLB88 motoryacht is powered with twin 1,600-horsepower Caterpillar diesels, offering speeds up to 25 knots. 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