Sunshine and blue skies naturally make travelling on the new Quicksilver Activ 675 Weekend particularly pleasant. But even in bad weather, its closed cab makes it an all-weather boat. If you then order the optional heating, you'll be nice and warm and can extend the boating season by a few weeks. The Quicksilver is suitable for many uses: It can be used for exploring and swimming trips with family or friends and for fishing trips with mates. If you are travelling with active water rats, the Quicksilver can also effortlessly pull them along on a tube and the like. This is ensured by the powerful 225 hp outboard engine, which easily gets the boat planing. To ensure that everything is optimally trimmed, our test boat is equipped with an Activ trim system from Mercury and a Zipwake trim tab system (extra charge). In short: the driver only needs to accelerate and does not have to worry about the trim knobs at any time.
We were able to test how well this works on the Baltic Sea near Kiel: the transition between displacement and planing starts at around 2000 rpm and ends at a good 3000 rpm - the foresight is always maintained. If you switch off the zipwake system, the bow lifts significantly higher, but the boat doesn't really struggle. The Quicksilver glides well from around 3500 rpm, and this is also where the most economical fast cruising lies. With a fuel consumption of 1.28 l/sm, the 200-litre tank minus 15% reserve gives a respectable range of 133 nm. Even with an increased speed of up to around 31 knots, we still achieve the 100 nm we require.
Need more information? The test of the Quicksilver Activ 675 Weekend with all technical data, further measurement results and full evaluation can be found in BOOTE issue 12/2020 from 18 October 2020 at newsstands or online at Delius Klasing Shop.
If you put the lever fully on the table and make tight turns, the propeller tends to grab air and you have to restart. If you switch off the Activ trim system in this situation and move the shaft all the way down, it turns noticeably tighter before the propeller snatches air. Switch the automatic back on and set off on the slalom course: the hull swings easily from one side to the other and can be steered precisely with the smooth controls. On the test day, the Baltic Sea was calm and we only had waves from the shipping traffic. The 675 Weekend skipped over these smoothly and dryly.
Manoeuvring at slow speed: The tight turning circles in all directions and normal deflection behaviour are impressive here. For difficult mooring manoeuvres, for example in strong crosswinds, there is an optional bow thruster on our test boat. To operate all of this, the skipper sits on a stable sports seat that offers good lateral support. From there, he also has good access to the switches and an unobstructed view of the instruments. Through the windscreen, he not only has an unrestricted view forwards in the sun, but also in rainy weather, thanks to a solid windscreen wiper with washer system and the heating air outlets directly in front of the windscreen. A sunroof and sliding window (in the side window) guarantee fresh air at the driver's cab. There is also such a window on the passenger side, where the co-pilot takes a seat in the convertible seating area, the backrest of which can be reclined in three different positions: Passenger seat backrest, dinette seat backrest or as an extension for the single berth. The drawback of the accompanying table is that its tube is attached to a floor flap that is not locked in place. If you lean against the side of the table, for example, it simply folds away and bangs against the side wall. Not a good feeling. Opposite is a typical boat pantry block with a small sink and gas hob (extra). The corresponding refrigerator (part of the optional "Smart Edition" equipment package) is right next to it. This package also includes the curtains, which protect the interior from prying eyes. Between the driver's and front passenger seats, there is a sloping double berth. This arrangement ensures that the toilet door can be opened even when the bunk is in place. The toilet compartment is not particularly spacious, but there is enough room for a 1.80 metre tall person.
Need more information? The test of the Quicksilver Activ 675 Weekend with all technical data, further measurement results and full evaluation can be found in BOOTE issue 12/2020 from 18 October 2020 at newsstands or online at Delius Klasing Shop.
The sunniest places are in the cockpit and on the foredeck. If you want to lounge on cosy sun cushions here, the cockpit lounger comes with the Smart Edition package and the bow cushions are available for an additional 550 euros. Bathing enthusiasts can swing onto the aft split platform, which can be reached via a standard rear door. A platform extension is available as an option, while the shipyard provides a bathing ladder and stern shower as standard.
The outboard motor hangs from a solid transom in the centre. Its lines lead via an empty pipe to the watertight onboard outlet. In terms of the installations, we particularly liked the easily accessible main switches and fuses as well as the petrol filter. In terms of safety equipment, we also praised the complete bilge pump and the fire extinguisher. Non-slip floor structures and suitable handrails ensure safe movement. The only drawback is the slightly low roof overhang when accessing the side decks from the cockpit. Workmanship: Everything is great on the plastic exterior, only some of the hard-to-reach areas lack a protective coating. Fittings, hinge mountings and upholstery look great. Also fitting: The shipyard has installed a solid plastic rubbing strip as all-round protection.
Conclusion: The Quicksilver Activ 675 Weekend is an all-rounder for travelling with two to three people. However, in order to make these excursions a pleasant trip, it is sometimes necessary to consult the accessories list, for example for curtains, toilet, heating, cooker or refrigerator. The driving and manoeuvring characteristics make a safe and comfortable impression.
