pegasus 50 yacht test

A cleverly designed offshore cruiser that has an interior layout for all kinds of sailing

The Pegasus 50 is built in Slovenia and designed by Marine Designs. This is not a new yard. It has produced many yachts and has recently started to build in carbon fiber. I can’t find any mention in the material about whether this design will be built in carbon, but I will say that I have seen few promotional packets more complete and better organized than this one. I don’t have hull lines and I don’t have structural specs but I sure have just about everything else. It’s a pleasure to review a boat when I have this much accurate material to work with.

This is a production cruising boat project with enough options to keep just about everyone happy. I admire the company’s unique approach to the styling and details. 

Let’s start with the hull. This is a light boat. If I use the operational displacement of 29,480 pounds, I get a D/L of 132. There are figures for a dry displacement and a loaded displacement. The L/B is 3.09 but the beam is not carried aft to the degree we see in so many new boats today. There are twin rudders. Overhangs are minimal but there is some rake to the bow. 

The keel is interesting. This is called a “tandem keel,” (thank you Alan Andrews) and was first seen in the early 1990s and had been tried on a Kiwi America’s Cup boat without success. The challenge with this configuration is to determine just how much slot between the fins you need compared to the aspect ratio of the fins. Think of it like one boat trying to sail directly behind another boat. The aft fin can be gasping for clean flow in the turbulence of the forward fin. In this case the slot is relatively small compared to the planform of the fins. But I trust the designers have done their homework on this. The benefit of this type of keel is that it spreads the keel out over a long section of the hull to aid in absorbing grounding loads. Again we see the bulb protruding forward of the fin making a very effective kelp grabber. Standard draft is 7 feet 6 inches.

The builder has provided drawings for five interior layouts: Family, Friends, Guest, Crew and Business. They all share the same raised saloon and galley geometry. They share the same forward double heads. But forward of the raised saloon you can have a variety of combinations of single berths and double berths. For the Business layout one stateroom becomes an office. For the Crew layout the fo’c’sle becomes a V-berth cabin. All the layouts work very well. I love the big galley in the raised saloon. The dinette to starboard is large as is the raised nav station. The cockpit with its hard top cover will work like an extension of the saloon due to the unique angled companionway. 

Some clever thinking went into this design. The windshield and hard top are very artfully designed. There is a dinghy garage aft and a fold-down boarding platform. The cockpit features berth sized settees port and starboard. Solar panels are mounted on the hard top. I’m not sure but it looks to me like the big windows in the front of the dodger can be opened. Below the cockpit are “technical rooms” for machinery and electrical components.

The rig is a two swept-spreader type with an inner forestay for a staysail in heavy air. Both working genoa and staysail are on furling gear. Genoa furling is below deck. The mainsail sheets to the “Targa” bar on the hardtop and then goes forward and then back aft with other lines from the mast. Genoa tracks are on the toerail and the staysail tracks are just outboard of the mast. The side decks are clear.

It’s fun to get a design to review that shows some original thinking. I look forward to seeing hull No. 1 launched.  This will be the owner’s third boat from this Slovenian yard. That tells you something.

LOA 49’ 2”; LWL 46’4”; Beam 15’10”; Draft 7’6”; Displ. 29,500 lb.; Ballast 10,748 lb.; Sail area 1,453 square feet; L/B 3.09; D/L 132; Fuel 119 gal.; Water 138 gal.; Auxiliary 75-hp.

Pegasus Yachts

Celovska 280, 1000 Ljubijana, 

386-41-370-107

www.pegasus-yachts.com

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New to the Fleet: Pegasus Yachts 50

• By Andrew Parkinson
• March 22, 2024

Pegasus Yachts has found strong momentum since the European premiere of its Pegasus 50. With the latest two hulls, Nos. 9 and 10, going to US owners, that momentum is now swinging over to North America. 

Located in Slovenia, Pegasus Yachts was founded in 2019 by the same team who, for more than 20 years, built large carbon-displacement ­cruising yachts with oceangoing capabilities. Miha Breskvar and Marko Paš established Pegasus Yachts for bluewater cruising. The Pegasus 50 is for clients who value fast, lightweight displacement, as well as comfortable living spaces. The Pegasus 50’s flexible layout forward of the salon allows for configurations tailored to cruising plans, crew preferences and the owners’ ­accommodations needs.

Among the Pegasus 50’s features are a convertible roof with retractable canvas over the cockpit. A tempered-glass sliding door protects the two-step entry to the salon from the cockpit. The living spaces take a note from catamaran design, with 360-degree views from the cockpit, salon and navigation station. Two technical lockers isolate the wet and dry onboard systems from the living space for quieter cruising.

A 75 hp Volvo Penta diesel engine is standard, though Pegasus offers an electric option, found on three of its existing hulls. The P50’s energy package includes a generator, a hydro-generator, and solar integrated into the deck with a 716-watt peak capacity. An optional third LiFePO4 battery adds a capacity of 600 amp-hours at 25.4 volts.

The Pegasus 50 also has an induction cooktop, a watermaker, heating and air conditioning, and a dinghy with an electric outboard that’s stored in the garage for launching from the swim platform.

Construction is vacuum-­infusion, with extensive use of carbon and composite for light weight and strength. Displacement is just over 29,000 pounds. A double wing keel reduces leeway, improving the upwind angle with less drag and enhancing close-quarters maneuverability. A carbon mast, performance full-batten mainsail, and self-tacking J2, larger J1 (650 SF) and asymmetrical furling spinnaker are standard. An optional furling reacher/code zero is available. 

The Pegasus 50 is rigged for short crew or solo sailing (a P50 won the 2022 OSTAR singlehanded race across the North Atlantic), with all working lines brought back to the helms, each equipped with two electric winches—a convenience for couples and families cruising offshore, as well as the solo speed-seekers who value a certain degree of comfort underway.

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"Racing with Oceanvolt – winning the Ostar 2022 (original single-handed transatlantic race) across the North Atlantic – from Plymouth to Newport with Lifgun . I had plenty of questions beforehand this race, one question was always the drag of the two feathering props during racing. Regeneration was allowing me to take on less fuel (which means less weight) for the race, the system proven to be reliable and trustworthy during that hardcore race. The ongoing improvements of the software for the ServoProps is making the whole package every year better without doing changes on the physical installation. Very pleased after over 12’000 miles sailing with Oceanvolt propulsion! It’s cool to regenerate energy even at 48 knots of wind" – Owner of the Pegasus 50 hull #3

The European Yacht of the Year 2021 nominated sailing yacht Pegasus 50 is produced by the Slovenian brand Pegasus Yachts since 2020. The Pegasus 50 is a 14.98 meter cruising yacht with a Mediterranean cockpit with 2 guest cabins and a draft of 2.30 meters.

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What makes the Pegasus 50 hull #3 "Lifgun" special is that its regular diesel motor system has been replaced with two Oceanvolt ServoProp 15 at the factory making it a totally self-sufficient cruiser!

"The main advantage of the electric propulsion system in my point of view is that you can gain electricity when you sail. So it is actually the opposite of a traditional propulsion system, instead of consuming electricity you are actually generating it. My experience with sailing is that energy is key. As long as you have energy you have an autopilot which is working, a watermaker which is working and you can watch movies. That is civilisation, independence and freedom. All the luxury is based on energy. When I am sailing I always have in excess of energy and that's cool!" – Owner of the Pegasus 50 hull #3

Technology used in the electric Pegasus 50 sailboat:

• Boatbuilder: Pegasus Yachts
• Length overall: 14.98 m
• Boat beam: 4.83 m
• Displacement: 12300 kg
• Electric motor system: 2 x Oceanvolt ServoProp 15 saildrive motors
• Electric motor system nominal power: 2 x 15kW
• Electric motor system voltage: 48 V
• Propulsion batteries: 38,5kWh lithium battery pack
• DC generator: 11kWh Fischer Panda

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Excellent, detailed and thorough study, very impressive, THANK YOU... love the Pegasus even more! WOW!

Let me mention one thing about the hydraulic steering which is on Pegasus 50 : It's true - no response when hand steering - 100 % true but : a.) the amount of hand steering is below 3 % (in my case) since I sail the boat single or short handed b.) the hydraulic system is much faster then the mechanic one with an electric pilot c.) the system is totally reliable, I had problems at the beginning but since Pegasus connected the rudders with a bar (which is somehow standard) the system works totally well. d.) the power consumption is lower - and again it's all about reaction speed ( I use it with a H5000 environment) ...e.) the system is totally redundant, at least in my case (2 Rams / 2 controllers / 2 pumps / 2 MHU (mast head units) ....and this is what is counting if you are doing shorthanded offshore passages....Very cool comparison ! Thank you !

Hi Markus, Thanks. I will correct the post. I thought your boat had already a manual rudder system. What you say makes sense, but I would not like to have a boat with an hydraulic system, but I don't do mostly long passages and like to hand steer when the conditions are demanding, and the boat goes fast. You are a lucky guy, you owned two boats I like a lot, the Luffe 45 and now the Pegasus 50. I sailed one of the first Luffe 40, I liked it, but my wife would not have it: too much heel.

You're right...I had a Luffe 40 (#5) before the Luffe 45...I liked her also totally ;-) ...but to do long passages or even for the Caribbean the P50 is just so cool....and I really learned that the permanent roof is so much comfort, especially in heavy weather ! Cheers Markus

It's hard to read your blog with a picture behind the text which makes the text close to impossible to read. This is terrible user design and makes me question your viewpoints on boats.

I have no complaints, however if you are reading it in a smartphone you should read it with the phone horizontal. With the photos it works better that way.

Hi Paulo, I agree with you that the Kraken Keel ist nothing more than marketing, some kind of signature feature for the yard to assert themselves in the market of premium bluewater cruisers. Nevertheless, the boats are interesting. Some kind of Oyster look without Oyster pricetag. I think when it really comes to safety or fears of grounding/keel loss, the customers would go for Centreboarders or swing keels. Regards Gabriel

I tried to login to show my colours but Blogspot does not like my Google Account? anyway - I have looked at Pegasus seriously - but an issue with a Pegasus with Jafa steering like they offer now - a dinghy will no longer fit in the tender garage. (As per Miha) - so you only have a gigantic "storage room" aft. The interior layout is "interesting" but looks like best of Ikea. I doubt it will look great after being used for 15 years. As I have not test sailed Pegasus yet - I can't comment fully on the electrical part - but the electrical boats I have tried with Ocean Volt systems - have been "interesting" to say the least. There are MANY operational limits / inconveniences on the SD15 system. It costs 150k Euro extra - it is not worth the expense IMHO. You would have to sail a LOT of miles to regain the CO2 spent on creation of the SD15 system and batteries before you are even CO2 neutral vs a diesel engine. /Kaz

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Pegasus 50, hull #8 and 9 launched

• Alex Giuzio
• December 11, 2023

Important milestones have been reached at Pegasus Yachts , the young Slovenian boatyard that in recent years has distinguished itself for the construction of the Pegasus 50, a sleek sailboat with a contemporary design that has gained significant appreciation on the market. Not surprisingly, hulls no. 8 and 9 have already been launched.

Pegagus 50 #8 is also the first model with three cabins, i.e. with an extra cabin compared to the standard design. The latter is located on the port side of the boat, named “ Maya ” and furnished with wonderful interiors in natural oak, instead of the classic teak. With its hull in a beautiful silver gray colour, this fascinating semi-custom Pegasus 50 is therefore ready to sail and be admired in the Mediterranean Sea and beyond: easy to handle, lightweight and high-performance, this wonderful 15-metre sailboat is able to travel around the world hassle-free, even with just one person on board. Indeed, Pegasus 50 is a sailboat designed specifically to be single-handed, as well as boasting oceanic “Category A” certification to withstand winds exceeding 40 knots and waves more than four meters high. The ballast percentage of the Pegasus 50 is also significantly higher than other boats in the same category. Not long ago, the victory in the Ostar , a very tough regatta reserved for sailing boats with a crew of just one person, demonstrated the extraordinary reliability of the Pegasus 50 as a fast cruiser.

But the Slovenian shipyard is already looking ahead. Not even time to enjoy the launch of Maya, that they have returned to work on another jewel: it is called Sine Finis and it is the ninth hull of Pegasus 50, now in the final phase of construction. This boat will in fact be ready to set sail by the end of 2023 with destination United States, the country of origin of her owners. But with a little luck, we will be able to see Sine Finis whizzing by near our waters too: the owners are in fact planning a sea voyage of over a year in the Mediterranean, before tackling the long Atlantic crossing. Nothing better to respect the solemn name of this vessel: “sine finis” in Latin means “without borders”, just as the ninth Pegasus 50 is preparing to do in her upcoming cruises. Between the large interior below deck, the cockpit and the lounge connected to each other to move easily from one room to another, the navigation comfort on board the Pegasus 50 is absolute and the visibility of the sea is truly amazing, just like a superyacht .

In addition to building its boats, Pegasus Yachts is also implementing its commercial network. In fact, the news of a new US representative of the Slovenian shipyard came just a few days ago: it’s Nicolas Jonville , a new reference for all those who want to purchase a Pegasus Yachts in North America, both in Canada and in the United States. No one can act as a testimonial for these boats better than Mr. Jonville: in fact he is the owner of the “Sine Finis”.

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Pegasus 50 - Ocean Sailing at its Best and Easiest

Have you been dreaming about buying a yacht, but can’t afford to buy the wrong one? There’s an exciting new option – you can hire a Pegasus 50 for short test sail and see what it’s like to sail one for yourself before you decide to invest.

Whether you’re an experienced sailor or novice, you know that the three most important requirements for any sailing trip are safety, speed and comfort for the skipper and his guests. A boat that handles easily and is well-suited to short-handed blue water cruising is a winning recipe. If these are some of your personal requirements, the Pegasus 50 would suit your needs. Add to that its uncompromising performance, and you have a winner for sure!

The Pegasus 50 is designed, engineered, and serviced by an adventurous seafaring team who bring years of firsthand experience in blue water sailing to their business. Quality equipment is a great priority, and the Pegasus 50 is fitted with reliable, durable, and easy to maintain, repair and replace parts, sourced from trusted suppliers. The Pegasus 50 is a category A compliant ocean-going vessel, designed to be stable even in winds up to 40 knots and wave heights of 4 m.

Do yourself a favour, and allow yourself to experience the freedom and silence when the sails catch the breeze, with nothing else to hear but the swishing of the waves against the hull and the wind teasing the sails. It’s addictive and soothing.

Safe sailing comes first

Designed with this in mind, the yacht has a very comfortable and well-protected cockpit, with a protective glass windshield and a retractable canvas bimini provides good shelter when the weather turns rough or on days when the sun beats down.

The saloon and cockpit are connected by a sliding glass door, so wherever you're seated, visibility is excellent. The boat is light and airy, which makes spending time below the waterline comfortable and pleasant. The many hatches and large windows not only increase visibility but also bring good ventilation and airflow throughout the boat.

Reliability and practicality to create ease of sailing

No sailor wants to be left in the lurch on the open seas so reliability is of paramount importance! With that in mind, the Pegasus team use quality suppliers and strive to produce highly reliable yachts. Compared to other yachts of this size, the Pegasus team focuses on simplicity and keeps in mind that 'less is more' with fewer parts, leading to less potential mistakes. The large aft compartments were not turned into cabins, but used for technical operating systems. Furthermore, the technical areas are divided into separate function areas, with all water-related equipment on the port side and electrical and electronic equipment on the starboard side. This means routine checks and any maintenance work is so much easier to carry out without being cramped into tight compartments. The Engine room is accessed through a cockpit hatch, as well as from the technical room.

Seasoned yachtsmen have given their input in the creation of Pegasus yachts, which enabled meticulous planning and the creation of sufficient storage space in the galley and in all areas of the boat.

Ergonomics for state-of-the-art yachting

Step only three steps down the companionway from the cockpit into the airy, bright, and spacious saloon, and you’ll find seating for at least 8 people, with a stylish foldable table that forms the base for a double saloon bunk. The best thing about this double bunk is that it’s gimballed, keeping the boat steady and level no matter the angle that the boat heels. You can be confident of a good night’s sleep when under sail.

To maintain the peace and quiet when at sea, cabins on the Pegasus are situated away from the noise and vibration of the doubly-insulated engine and maintenance compartments. The cabins are positioned close to the centre of the yacht where there is less movement.

Interior spaces are well-designed and constructed to flow seamlessly and comfortably from one end of the boat to the other. This is where the saloon seating is situated, for your ultimate comfort.

There are two cabins; the main cabin has an en-suite toilet and shower, with a choice of separate or double berths. The guest cabin can have either two bunk berths or a double berth. Need more bed space? Add two berths in the front cabin area - that's if you wouldn't prefer to keep that area as a sail or storage locker.

The well-designed galley has plenty of storage and worktops, and you’ll be able to make delicious meals without being thrown around the saloon.

The Pegasus has a proven safety record in diverse weather conditions, and plenty of handholds, both inside the boat and on deck, for those days when the sea is temperamental. The large saloon windows offer panoramic views, which are not only comfortable, but also a bonus for any passengers who get seasick and need to keep their eyes on the horizon.

If you’re worried about seasickness, scientific research has proven that when cruising on the ocean, sitting where there is little boat movement, i.e., as close to the vertical centre of gravity of the boat, significantly reduces seasickness and fatigue.

Thanks to the input and advice of experienced sailors, the Pegasus is meticulously planned and designed to make it a comfortable and safe vessel that delivers all the speed, safety, stability, and comfort that any boat buyer would appreciate.

Sailing speed

To provide for maximum speed, careful planning went into the conceptual and design plan to create a streamlined contemporary hull structure. Total displacement was taken into account so to avoid reducing diesel (480 litres), water (740 litres) and equipment capacity, weight reduction has been optimised by quality engineering and lightweight construction.

All this careful planning created a streamlined contemporary hull that performs extremely well under diverse sailing conditions. Quality engineering, innovative lightweight construction and carbon fibre mast and boom make this boat very light, and a lighter boat is always faster. Under full main sail and jib, with TWS 22 knots/100 TWA and on autopilot, speeds of up to 12,5 knots are possible. Grab a cocktail from the fridge, sit back, put your feet up, take it easy and let the yacht take you to exotic destinations, comfortably and safely.

Some Main Specs and Distinguishing Features

The boat is equipped with a Standard 75HP Diesel engine and carries 480 litres of diesel and 740 litres of water. There is a large battery bank to keep all your devices charged and important navigation equipment functioning.

The Pegasus easily handles heavy upwind conditions, and the aft-set mast gives more sail area, making sail handling a breeze. This is a great boat for sailing in light winds, while still being stable and comfortable in heavier wind.

The tandem keels improve safety, comfort, and speed during long distance sailing, with improved directional stability and reduced rolling. The tandem keels give more reverse steering control when docking in crowded harbours as well.  The shorter rudders reduce drag and offer almost total control in all conditions with very little danger of broaching. A well-balanced sail plan and auxiliary steering system maximise energy usage for the autopilot, drawing power mainly from the solar panels. The Pegasus 50 is easy to sail upwind, in fact, with her lighter, stronger, and safer hull construction, this boat performs well in any wind.

With the dinghy stored in a compartment under the cockpit floor, you can easily launch the dingy and go exploring around any anchorage. A convenient fold-out swimming platform makes it easy to climb back on board after a refreshing swim in the sea.

About Pegasus Yachts, its founders and team

Marko Paš and Miha Breskvar, the founders of Pegasus Yachts based in Ljubljana, Slovenia have years of sailing experience, and their boat design and building skills have produced more than 10,000 yachts. 10 of their projects won European Yacht of the Year Awards, and they won 50 national Boat of the Year Awards. They continue to work with top class marine specialists and suppliers to bring their clients the ultimate best in deep ocean cruising .

Marko, Miha and their team are extremely proud that the Pegasus 50 was nominated as "European Yacht of the Year" in 2021.

Rest assured; you are in safe hands when sailing a Pegasus yacht. So cast off, raise your sails and head out to the blue. Lean back and let the wind take you where your heart desires to go.

If you are looking to purchase a great sea-going yacht and would like to test the Pegasus 50 for a few days, contact Yacht-Rent to check if it is available for rental.

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Die Marke Pegasus Yachts gibt es noch nicht lange. Ein Schiff vom Typ Pegasus 50 ist fertig, ein zweites befindet sich in der Fertigstellung, ein drittes ist im Bau. Die Werft in Slowenien hat ein eher ungewöhnliches Konzept ausgearbeitet. Die Idee: ein Schiff für die große Blauwasserreise, kompromisslos komplett und umfangreich ausgestattet mit allem, was es dafür braucht – das Rundum-Sorglos-Paket für Abenteuerlustige.

Die Pegasus 50 ist aber nicht nur bereits ab Werft ultimativ seeklar, sondern überrascht zudem mit einer ganzen Reihe von pfiffigen Besonderheiten und Innovationen. Zum Beispiel die schwenkbare Sitzgruppe im Salon, mit der sich unterwegs die Krängung vom Boot kompensieren lässt. Der Plan für den Innenausbau erinnert an das bekannte Konzept der ehemaligen Sense-Reihe von Beneteau. Heißt: Wohnausbau nur vorn im Schiff, Technik dafür ausnahmslos hinten.

Den ausführlichen Testbericht zur Pegasus 50 aus Slowenien gibt es zum Nachlesen in der YACHT, Ausgabe 7/2021. Das Heft ist im DK-Shop (hier klicken) erhältlich, kann direkt hier digital (hier klicken) bestellt werden, oder Sie laden sich den Test direkt über den Link unten herunter.

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Effortless fast sailing due to modern hull lines, reduced total weight, mast and sail plan design and strong and quality-built boat.

At 20 knots TWS / 100 TWA, with full main and J1, autopilot ON, she will be touching 12,5 knots boat speed while surfing waves.

Pegasus DOES NOT compromise comfort, safety and simplicity by increasing sail area, reducing liquids capacity or proper equipment necessary for freedom at sea.

We developed light but sound and safe boat construction with winning ocean racing designers and engineers using state-of-the-art production technologies, advanced materials, and engineering methods.

Extended mast crane reduces mast height and weight and increases a mainsail area for light wind performance.

The sail area is kept moderately small for easy handling, optimized for 15-20 knots of wind.

Sailing upwind, the main sail can only be reefed above 22 knots to reduce necessary operations and damaging sails.

From 15 knots TWS on, a self-tacking J2 and full mainsail is a comfortable upwind configuration.

As downwind sails, we use FURLING Code 0 and modern FURLING systems with torque rope for the asymmetric gennaker. Both furled sails can be kept hoisted while cruising.

P50 #3 - OSTAR 2022 winner

The technical compartments are spacious, split by function and easy to reach, so maintenance and repairs can be done comfortably, without the need for crawling into or working in tight spaces.

SPEED HIGHLIGHTS:

Concept of speed.

Pegasus is, in any sense, NOT a racing boat. The sole focus when designing and building Pegasus is reliability, simplicity while handling with shorthanded crew and increasing comfort staying onboard. Some of the elements mentioned above, are key for fast sailing.

OCEAN RACING

Pegasus 50 has potential, with proper preparations, knowledge, and experience, competitively racing oceans over longer distances. Single handed or shorthanded crew will find good shelter on deck and comfortable stay inside while covering over 300 miles in 24 hours. A Gentlemen’s cruiser for racers.

OSTAR 2022 WINNER

Markus Moser with Pegasus50#3 WON famous OSTAR race across Nort Atlantic, from Plymouth UK to Newport US. After 19 days of mainly upwind sailing in winds above 30 knots, constant waves crushing on deck and temperatures below 5 deg C, Markus kept enjoying every day of his Atlantic crossing due to safety, comfort, reliability and speed provided from Pegasus50.

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