But his partner has a very large yacht.
Apparently the rumor about Google co-founder Larry Page buying the island of Namotu is not altogether accurate. I would apologize for misleading you but… well… things move pretty fast around here and well… what can I say? Oh, I’m sorry. That’s what I can say. Yes. I’m sorry.
There is some smoke and I’ll keep digging but can also imagine the confusion stemmed from Google’s other co-founder Sergey Brin owning a yacht that is as big as Namotu. Have you ever seen Dragonfly?
The 239.50ft Silver Series motor yacht motor yacht ‘Dragonfly’ was built by SilverYachts in Australia at their Henderson, WA shipyard , she was delivered to her owner in 2009 and last refitted in 2014. This luxury vessel’s sophisticated exterior design and engineering are the work of Espen Oeino. Previously named Silver Zwei, her luxurious interior was designed by Silvestrin Design.
ACCOMMODATION
Dragonfly’s interior configuration has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 18 guests overnight in 9 cabins, comprising a master suite, 3 VIP staterooms, 1 double cabin, 2 twin cabins, 2 single cabins, 2 pullman beds. She is also capable of carrying up to 16 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.
CONSTRUCTION & DIMENSIONS
Dragonfly features a semi-displacement aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure, with teak decks. She was built to Lloyds Register Lloyds Maltese Cross 100A1, SSC Yacht Mono G6 Maltese Cross LMC UMS SOLAS up to 35 passengers classification society rules, and is MCA Compliant.
Dragonfly yacht is equipped with an ultra-modern stabilization system which reduces roll motion effect and results in a smoother more enjoyable cruising experience underway. This luxury yacht is also fitted with ‘at anchor stabilisers’ which work at anchor, increasing on-board comfort when the yacht is stationary, particularly in rough waters.
PERFORMANCE
Powered by 2 MTU (16V 4000 M71) 2,481hp diesel engines and propelled by her twin screw propellers Motor yacht Dragonfly is capable of a top speed of 27 knots, and comfortably cruises at 25 knots. With her 110,000 litres fuel tanks she has a maximum range of 4,500 nautical miles at 18 knots. Her water tanks store around 30,000 litres of fresh water.
AMENITIES
At Anchor Stabilizers, Air Conditioning, Sauna, Helipad, Beach Club, Dance Floor, Cinema, Tender Garage, Outdoor Cinema, Deck Jacuzzi, Gym/exercise equipment
SPECIAL FEATURES
Her foredeck helipad doubles as a guest sitting area, and she has two tender garages, one forward and one aft, the latter converting to a beach house following the launch of the tenders.
An easy mistake to make. I believe the boat is, in fact, bigger than Namotu but, again, I’ll keep sorting the information and get to the bottom of my glass. I mean story. The bottom of the story.
This may have been confirmed already but it is Larry Ellison and wife who bought Namotu. I own resorts in the Telos (North Sumatra Indo) and they checking out stuff out there too. Would love to hear any price if you get it.
We don’t seem to take things as seriously as you do though Ben.
It’s such a pity you’ve gotten off on the wrong foot.
We could all be holding hands and singing Tara’s songs of emasculation together.
But more to the point:
“I’m gonna go find cooler people to hang out with. Shouldn’t be hard, as I am in Santa Cruz.”
… and yet you’re still here?!?
A few points:
1) the original story was worth it just to get old mate Nick so angry
2) is it considered politically correct that we still refer to things such as boats as ‘Her’.
3) if the vessel is in fact a ‘Her’, is it also ‘Woke’?
4) would a female multi billionaire company founder waste her money on such exuberance?
5) I have a hangover this morning but just had a delicious breakfast of eggs on toast and a nice coffee.
6) without the copy and paste function the BeachGrit work load would increase 10 fold by them having to retype other news sources, conversely there would also be less stories
7) has anyone else noticed that Wiggs sounds like that kid that used to get beat up in school, then grew up to be a faux hard cunt in Oakleys, jet pilot boardies and probably owns a staffy?
Keeps that thing parked off Plantation Island.
career path for private surf coaches and security for the surfing wives. rumour has it.
last I was there it was parked off Tav with Dorian and Kelly relaxing in the back – think there most time
Poor dears. Such travails they suffer for their art.
Don’t apologise, not really.
It was fun, and gosh; we got to meet Ben!!! Humble Ben.
Well what a relief. Back to liking rich people!
That was a cheap shot on my part – some would say cheap unfunny and character revealing – but not fueled by jealousy, the thing is a monstrosity, don’t get me wrong I’d love a yatch and one or two nubile young nymphos to sail it for me, but going out with all your business buddies and coders and hangers on on that thing just looks sad!
I’d be happy with two nubile young nymphos and a pool float.
You lost me. What does this have to do with Ben Marcus and his kitty cat?
Did his cat or Ben say Ben Marcus is the smartest man on this comment board? I’m lost also…
The smartest, most name-droppingest on every comment board!
So when is Kelly gonna bro up and invite his new buddy Larry to Surf Ranch?
There’s probably a couple of Noceans tucked away in the bowels of that boat.
A tub in a tub!
Total Gayness. I’ve heard that the entire interior of Dragonfly is decorated with only pictures of Jonathan Nimerfroh’s Slurpee Waves.
The rumor/correction story generator is really inspired.
It’s good no? I’m pretty proud…
Just a large maintenance nightmare. That has to watched patrolled 24-7 in the tropics…if it floats flies or fucks…rent it!
Most of these bigwigs see these toys 2 weeks out of the year….too busy work work work work….gotta get more $$$.
Protip: sit down, take a deep breath, grab a pen and paper and organize your thoughts. Then you won’t have to keep replying to yourself.
I don’t want to be a pro without cause!
But I’ll give it some thought.
I hope he brings it to Nias for his next SUP surf trip!
It’s probably too big to even make it near the lineup. I’ve never understood the appeal of these fucking monstrous boats. If you’re on a boat why do you need two cinemas and a gym? Isn’t that what dry land is for?
Trying to overcompensate for something? I wonder what…
But jeebus the crew on those things have a good time, motor them around the world to get somewhere, then the boss never even shows up, then go again
True, until you fancy having a relationship. For the young´uns only I reckon.
Yeah, imagine telling the wife and kids, hun I’m going to Fiji for 4 weeks to keep the engines warm on a flotilla of jetskis and tuna boats…
I still smell something very fishy….Ziff and Page are clearly more than friends and a handful of others…all from the same race are on a massive takeover!
http://fijisun.com.fj/2017/…
This image says it all as Fiji is a tribal state and it’s all about $$$$ to the top Chiefs.
These guys are not just posing for a picture….they have plans…. business plans.