Cruising World - Morris 45: Fast and Luxurious

Morris Yachts’ first 45-footer, built in 2000, was designed by Chuck Paine toprovide a luxurious cruising interior within a stiff and lightweight speedster for the purposes of ocean racing. It was a successful design on the race course, but the deep draft limited coastal-cruising destinations.A new Morris 45seeks to balance spirited performance with a more cruising-friendly design. Chuck Paine’s beautifully fair hull,with its long waterline, remains intact in the new iteration,but the deck mold, keel,and interior have been completely redesigned.