Kirkwall

There were newish buildings when we were there and it looked ok to us. Have been to 35 knots on plotter and that was fast enough! to be honest have not tried flat out, ie boat running on fumes and all spare equipment removed. I'm sure you can appreciate you have to be extremely careful at speeds over 25 knots, if and when you get the weather conditions that will allow it. The main reason we went for the bigger engine was not to compromise performance, especially when there is 4 adults and all the extra gear the take along.

We spent a lot of time researching and looking for a boat in the 22ft class, initially we were interested in an Aquafish and around that time one arrived in our local marina. After a good look around her we decided against the Aquafish. There are a few of the French boats here as well, but again they were not what we were looking for. As there were very few Hellraisers available second hand, my brother and I took a trip to O' Sullivan's yard in Tralee Ireland, and there was a year old Hellraiser there for it's first service. We had a good look at her and the decision was made there and then to have one built. Boat spec's Engine Yanmar 315hp Fuel Capacity 60 Gallons Raymarine DSC Radio Raymarine E120 Electronic package AIS Bennett trim tabs. Air suspension seats This boat will cruise at 28knots with a full tank of fuel and 4 adults effortlessly. Will fish 4 quite easily and is very stable for her size. Great sea boat. Regularly go for cruises of 50 miles plus and never had any problems, with sensible weather conditions. Just finished our second season and we are delighted with her look and performance. As I said, I am slightly biased toward this excellent day fishing boat.

I have to agree the Hellraiser is a superb boat, although I am slightly biased.