The Mystic classic transom 55 and her sister the 57 with her retroussé stern, combine the very latest in design, construction and technology with beautiful styling and craftsmanship. The result? Effortless sailing and two yachts for the 21st century.

Designed by Dubois Naval Architects, with interiors by Redman Whiteley, the design concept evolved from the Mystic 60 ; the 55 and 57 were to be complementary to the larger yacht and further develop the theme of outstanding performance and the easiest possible sail handling.

In fact, both models promise performance more normally associated with racing yachts than elegant cruisers, yet both can be sailed easily and effortlessly by just two people. Remarkable!

The composite hull construction is of epoxy composite sandwich, reducing displacement yet increasing strength - with the added advantage to the owner of total freedom from osmosis. This advanced method of construction is more usually associated with race boats than cruisers, but the Mystic 55/57 is something really special!

The sail plan is based on a self-tacking Solent jib - an absolute blessing for all windward sailing - with the outer roller-furling headstay carrying a reaching genoa for off-the-wind sailing.

As there are no overlapping windward sails, full width swept-back spreaders avoid the need for running backstays - another real boon as the decks remain clutter-free!

Continuing the theme of design dedicated to ensuring sailing with the minimum of effort, there are power primary and halyard/reefing winches, with sail controls led back under deck to the deep, sheltered cockpit.