The new Bente 25 is currently at the mould-making stage; the design is finalised. The living space is consistently designed to be spacious, bright and to maintain a pleasantly cool on-board climate. A key component here is the dodger, which is not intended as a retrofitted sprayhood solution, but as an integral part of the deck structure. This design concept shapes both the sense of space and the ventilation below deck.
Despite the compact length of the boat in the design by Judel/Vrolijk In the stern area, there is a headroom of around 1.85 metres, which is remarkable for a vessel of this size. This is made possible by the fact that the dodger is structurally integrated into the deck, thereby creating space without the superstructure looking like a cap perched on top
Climate and exhaust air: air circulation rather than heat build-up
Even at high temperatures, heat build-up is not to be expected due to the design. This approach has already been tried and tested in practice, including on the Bente 28. Unlike many traditional yachts, where the companionway is often small and situated at a level that effectively traps warm air within the deckhouse, the deck here is designed to rise gently from the bow and slopes upwards towards the stern. Combined with a spacious, open-plan companionway, this creates a chimney effect: warm air can rise, and air circulation is noticeably improved. For extremely hot summer days, for example in the south or in the Mediterranean, a DodgerMesh can also be fitted; this is attached to the dodger with four press studs and also serves as a privacy screen, acting like a ‘hood’. In addition, the tinted dodger windows provide light and sun protection, similar to that found on large motor yachts or catamarans, particularly when temperatures rise above 30 degrees.
Basic model and options: Simple to start with, versatile when upgraded
As standard, the Bente’s interior is deliberately kept simple and stripped back to the essentials. Anyone wishing to adapt the boat more for travel and weekend cruises can optionally upgrade it to the PocketCruiser. A modular furniture system is provided for this purpose, which, with a little DIY skill, can be fitted by the owner themselves, similar to the principle of well-known flat-pack furniture systems. Alternatively, Bente dealers can supply suitable retrofit kits, for example for a galley or a toilet compartment.
Toilets and privacy: concealed, flexible, quick to install
The toilet solution is designed to be versatile and remains unobtrusive in everyday use. The toilet storage compartment is concealed beneath the saloon bench seat, and an optional cushion can be moved forwards or backwards as required. A separate toilet compartment can be set up if required, but can also be dismantled again if the crew wish to make the most of the boat’s open layout. Depending on the configuration, assembly should take around an hour.
Galley and on-board systems: customisation without sea valves
The galley is also designed to allow scope for customised solutions. A modular unit is supplied ex-factory, which the customer can customise themselves or via their local dealer, for example by integrating a cooking area or a washbasin system. A particularly practical feature is a closed fresh and grey water tank system in the form of canisters, which does not require sea valves. For on-board electronics, sockets are provided for various devices, such as laptops or tablets, as well as 12-volt connections, for example for a compressor-powered cool box. This means that food and, in particular, drinks can be transferred from the car to the boat whilst still chilled and later taken back home just as easily.
Light, storage space and details: comfort tailored to your needs
Further optional features are available to enhance comfort on board the Bente. These include indirect lighting and reading lamps, as well as a saloon table that can also be used as a cockpit table if required. In addition, fixed storage compartments or cupboards are available on request, complemented by bags that make it easier to keep things tidy on board. The underlying concept remains consistent throughout: the boat should be as simple and straightforward as possible, ready to sail straight from the shipyard, whilst at the same time offering a range of practical options for subsequent customisation, which can either be carried out by the owner themselves using a modular system or implemented by the dealer.
On-board energy: Dodgers as a platform for flexible solar panels
After all, the dodger can be used not only as weather protection, but also as a functional surface for generating energy. It is ideal as a mounting surface for flexible solar panels to meet the boat’s electricity requirements. The specific solar concept is planned individually with the dealer according to the customer’s requirements, whilst the manufacturer provides the appropriate mounting surfaces and specifications straight from the shipyard.
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Fridtjof Gunkel
Deputy Chief Editor YACHT