PRINCE 45: THE LATESTREVOLUTIONARY CREATION FROM NUOVA JOLLY MARINE ON TEST

If, as Abraham Lincoln once said, “The best thing about the future is that it comes one day at a time”, then today is definitely the right day. A single glance at the new Prince 45 from Nuova Jolly Marine is enough to understand that it represents a quantum leap forward.

A leap that propels the renowned Milanese shipyard into a new dimension, leaving many often-overrated and overhyped competitors in this market segment far behind.

These are bold claims, but ones that deserve a detailed explanation. That’s precisely what we’re about to do—step by step and in order of importance.

Whenever I step aboard a Nuova Jolly, my expectations automatically climb a notch. The hulls from this shipyard are simply legendary—it’s no coincidence that Sergio Davì chose them for his most challenging expeditions. The hull of this Prince 45 is brand new, and I’m genuinely eager to test it to see if it truly deserves the logo proudly displayed on its aft quarter. Without further delay, I slip on my shoes and step aboard.

The helm station is simply perfect. From here, visibility is excellent, both forward and all around. The throttles and instruments are exactly where they should be.

Today’s conditions are far from ideal—it’s freezing, and the lake is swept by winds exceeding 30 knots. This creates a steep, choppy wave that could trouble many boats. Yet here we are, cruising slowly, sheltered behind the large windshield, with the Prince 45 gliding along effortlessly at low speed, unfazed by the rough water and demonstrating remarkable stability, even at a crawl.

I take the helm, clip in the safety lanyard, and ask everyone aboard to sit down and hold on tight. Safety first—always remember this, especially if you’re planning to push the boat hard like I’m about to.