By: George Day, Editor & Publisher, Cruising Odyssey
The Nordic Tug 44 is one of those classic cruising boats that will never go out of style. Introduced in 2017 and still in production, the 44 is an upgrade and replacement for the NT 42, which was and is a terrific coastal cruiser.
But there were a couple of issues in the 42 that owners and the builders wanted to address. The 44 is the result of their input and labors. A two-cabin, two-head design, the 44 has a larger master cabin and the salon has been extended by a couple of feet. This additional space makes a lot of difference.
One of the serious changes from the 42 is the interior staircase to the flying bridge. On the 42 this was on the outside and led up to the bridge from the cockpit. While this is not unusual, and works well in good weather, the outside ladder can be almost dangerous in wet and wild conditions. The new, neat wood stairs inside make all the difference; you can move from the salon to the bridge in complete safety.
The extra length of the 44 also makes for a large flying bridge deck that can accommodate a larger dinghy and mechanical crane. This has always been the best way to carry a dinghy at sea and the improvement is noteworthy.
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