Rogue

American-owned and French-designed, the 8-year-old cutter Rogue has just completed a refit in New Zealand.

The work, carried out at Gulf Harbour, included fresh navy blue paint that sets off the sleek lines of this genuine sailing yacht.

Among Rogue's features are twin-screw auxiliary power and a spacious "garage" in the transom for her tender.

Rogue will be in Auckland until mid May, when she will sail for the Caribbean via Cape Town and Rio.

Vital statistics:

Length: 31.4m (103ft)

Rig: cutter

Designer: Jules Vitane (France)

Launched: mid 1990s

Hull: alloy

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