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MULTIHULLS September/October 2017

REPORTING ON CATAMARANS AND TRIMARANS WORLDWIDE SINCE 1975

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The New Sunreef Supreme 68 Power

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QUAD 44 • dna TF-10 • Leopard 50 • Audi Hamilton Island Race Week • Juana • Lime Charters

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CONTENTS

MULTIHULLS DEPARTMENTS

FEATURES

4 NEWS BRIEFS:

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• Farewell Meade Gougeon • First Iranian Catamaran • VesselVanguard and Xquisite Partner

10 FEATURED PRODUCTS:

• B&G Vulcan 7 and 12 Chartplotters • Riomar Boat Shoes • IMTRA St. Maarten Reading Lights • Digital Yachts OutboardView

18 NEW BOAT:

QUAD MARINE QUAD 44 POWERCAT

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This new radically designed catamaran is powered by clean, silent, and maintenance free electric drive units on each hull.

24 NEW BOAT: DNA TF-10 FOILING TRIMARAN

This 36-foot racing trimaran was designed

by Morrelli & Melvin, and is built by DNA.

30 NEW BOAT:

LEOPARD 50 / MOORINGS 5000

Replacing the award-winning Leopard 48,

the new 50 comes with either the traditional

hard top, or optional flybridge seating.

36 NEW BOAT:

SUNREEF SUPREME 68 POWER

This ultramodern motor cat boasts genuine

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superyacht features and a simply stunning living space.

On the cover: The new Sunreef Supreme 68 power cat, Kukla shows off her crisp lines and spacious tender garage complete with a launch rail. The garage door, when lowered, creates an aft platform ideal for water sports. Article on page 36.

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DEPARTMENTS continued 46 RACING:

AMERICA’S CUP UPDATE

48 RACING:

EXTREME SAILING SERIES:

ACT 5 – HAMBURG, GERMANY

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50 RACING:

EXTREME SAILING SERIES:

ACT 6 – CARDIFF, UK

52 RACING:

AUDI HAMILTON ISLAND RACE WEEK

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56 RACING:

JUANA GOOD TIME REGATTA

BY JUANA RUDZKI

62 CHARTER NEWS:

SAIL IT FORWARD

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BY JOHN AND AUTUMN VERNON

66 CHARTER SPOTLIGHT:

LIME CHARTERS

BY BILL BEASLEY

68 CHARTER SPOTLIGHT:

ELCIE ‘SAIL TO SEE’ EXPEDITION

BY RICHARD AND JESSICA RICE JOHNSON

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News Briefs

Farewell Meade Gougeon Meade Alger Gougeon, a sailing legend and industry innovator who pioneered the use of epoxies for boatbuilding, died Sunday, August 27. He was 78.

On Saturday, a day before his death, the Great Lakes Multihull Regatta was held on the Saginaw Bay, near Gougeon’s Killarney Beach home. This was a Gougeon Brothers-sponsored event, but Meade was not able to participate this year because he recently became very sick.

The race committee moved Saturday’s start of the race from its usual point to the waterfront area at Meade Gougeon’s house, as a personal tribute to him. Meade was brought to the front windows of his home so he could see all the boats lined up and watch the start of the race.

The boats in this year’s race included Meade’s own famous trimaran Adiago and Ollie, a trimaran designed by his brother Jan. One

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of Meade’s sons, and a son-in-law, were a part of Adiago’s crew.

On Sunday afternoon, at the award presentation, it was announced that Meade has just passed away earlier in the afternoon.

Though Meade was an avid multihull sailor, ice boater, cyclist, and had a notable racing career which included finishing first in the Bayview-Mackinac Race in 2000, 2002, 2006 and 2016 aboard Adiago; placing first in his class in the Everglades Challenge in 2014 and 2017 aboard sailing outrigger canoes; winning the US Championship in 1981 and 1997 aboard iceboats with the International DN Ice Yacht Racing, Gougeon was perhaps best known for his marine epoxy.

Meade, along with his brothers Jan and Joel, founded Gougeon Brothers, Inc. in 1969. Their employee-owned, ISO 9001 registered com-

pany is a world renowned formulator and manufacturer of WEST SYSTEM® and PRO-SET® epoxies. The brothers pioneered the use of epoxy in boat construc-

Adagio, launched in the summer of 1970, placed first in the multihull division of 2016 Bell’s Beer Bayview Mackinac Race, which spans almost 300 miles of often treacherous Great Lakes.

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tion and repair. They got their start building DN class iceboats with wood and epoxy. Initially, the brothers obtained access to Dow Chemical’s nearby laboratories to develop an epoxy that could be used for coating and bonding.

In 1970, Meade launched Adagio – the first large, all epoxy bonded and sealed wooden boat built without the use of fasteners. He’d built her with his brother Jan in just six months. She’s been sailing on the Great Lakes ever since. Adagio is proof that fully bonded monocoque structures can be built not just to last, but to be serious competitors for generations.

By 1973, the brothers’ small boat shop in Bay City, Michigan was the largest builder of iceboats in the United States. Even so, in 1974 they sold the DN portion of their business to focus on soft water boats and their burgeoning epoxy business.

NASA’s Wind Energy Project Office had Gougeon Brothers manufacture epoxy-laminated wood specimens for testing the strength of an epoxy bond between a threaded steel rod and a laminated wood specimen. The company’s samples were so strong that they

broke NASA’s testing machine. GBI would go on to manufacture wood/epoxy wind turbine blades for several years.

In 1979, Meade wrote “The Gougeon Brothers on Boat Construction,” which has become the bible for boatbuilders around the world. This famous boatbuilding guide details composite construction techniques using wood and epoxy. It remains a favorite Meade Gougeon, aboard his outrigger sail canoe resource for professionals ELDERLY CARE, placed first in his class in the and first-time boat build- Everglades Challenge on March 10, 2017. ers, and is often used as a textbook in boat building programs. The first edition was over 40 MPH; Adrenalin, a For320 pages, and the initial press mula 40 trimaran of wood, epoxy, run of 7,500 copies sold out in and carbon fiber; the Gougeon 32 six months. In its expanded fifth production catamarans including edition, the book still sells 6,000 Incognito, which, skippered by to 7,000 yearly.

Russell Brown, finished first in A few of the notable wood- the solo class in this year’s Race epoxy boats built by GBI include to Alaska. the Ron Holland-designed halfMeade was inducted, along with ton monohull Golden Dazy, which his brother Jan, into to National won the 1975 Canada’s Cup; the Sailing Hall of Fame in 2015.

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The First Iranian-Built Catamaran Hits the Water Iran has recently completed and delivered its first catamaran to Turkey.

Hossein Qorbani, managing director of Iran’s Arvandan Shipbuilding Company, which built the vessel, said one of the key features of the Iranian-made catamaran is that it is able to sail into shallow waters, at about two meters deep. At a speed of 30 knots (55 km/h), the vessel is also able to travel in bad weather, Qorbani added.

Each catamaran takes about 12 to 18 months to build, but Iranian builders are able to bring the period down to eight months, the official said.

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According to Qorbani, France’s Bureau Veritas has certified the quality of the vessel’s hull.

Iran has a sprawling shipbuilding industry, chiefly devoted to constructing oil tankers and container ships as well as offshore structures.

The country owns the world’s largest fleet of oil supertankers consisting of 42 VLCCs, each able to carry 2 million barrels of oil.

With the removal of US-led sanctions on Iran in January 2016, the Islamic Republic plans to expand its container fleet in order to extend its forward coverage beyond all frontiers.

After the sanctions were lifted, officials said the country was in talks with major world shipbuilders, including South Korea’s Hyundai and Germany’s Nordic Yards Wismar, to carry out a series of grand projects.

Iran’s biggest operator, the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL), was putting out orders for Triple E vessels capable of carrying more than 18,000 containers, its chairman Mohammad Saeidi said.

IRISL’s current fleet includes 158 container vessels, dry bulk carriers and tankers which are expected to return to international traffic in early 2016.

Another official said preliminary agreements had been signed with Korean, German and Chinese shipbuilders to construct high-tech LNG tankers as the country pushes to join the club of liquefied natural gas exporters. MM MULTIHULLS Magazine | September/October 2017

VesselVanguard Partners with Xquisite Yachts VesselVanguard, a leading maintenance management solution for boat owners and manufacturers, recently announced relationship with Xquisite Yachts to provide a multi-year subscription to its awardwinning maintenance management solution to every new owner.

All Xquisite Yachts catamarans now include 5-years of VesselVanguard service, providing owners notifications of, and at-a-glance status for, required maintenance, as well as establishing a protocol for Xquisite’s technical department to remotely monitor yacht maintenance tasks and offer technical assistance, if necessary. All maintenance history is logged for future reference and accessible for potential buyers when the boat goes

on the second-hand market, keeping the resale value high.

“Our goal was to create the ultimate luxury yacht for cruisers,” said Tamas Hamor, CEO, Xquisite Yachts. “With safety and innovative design blended together, we strive to offer our customers a truly turn-key boating experience. The seamless convenience and system awareness provided by VesselVan-

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guard perfectly complements the level of ownership simplicity for which Xquisite is known!”

Dedicated to providing significant changes in the post-sale relationship for boat builders and customers alike, VesselVanguard removes the complexity of owning and maintaining a vessel.

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Featured Products B&G Introduces Easy-to-Use, Radar-Enabled Vulcan 12 and Vulcan 7 Sailing Chartplotters B&G, a leading sailing navigation and instrument specialist, recently announced the launch of the new Vulcan family of sailing chartplotters. The updated and extended series now offers a fully refreshed 7-inch, a 9-inch and an all-new, large-format 12-inch model – all with Broadband Radar compatibility.

The new B&G Vulcan range ensures all sailors, including coastal cruisers and club racers, can easily access B&G’s unique sailing software developed with the input of round-the-world sailors – modified for the everyday sailor’s needs. Whether users are looking to fit a Vulcan 12 on a new 40-footer or retro-fit a Vulcan 7 on an older 27-footer, B&G’s Vulcan is the ultimate in value, sailing-specific chartplotters.

The Vulcan series delivers innovative sailing functionality controlled through a bright, multi-touch screen with an easy-to-use menu structure that makes setting courses, reading wind speed and direction*, displaying depth and bearings, and a host of other sailing functions, simple and intuitive to access and understand.

With award-winning sailing features that make it easy to plan a trip with key information, all Vulcan chartplotters include SailSteer and SailingTime, which combine essential data into one clear and informative screen, as well as SailSteer chart overlay that further enhances situational awareness of laylines and windshifts. Sailors can also unlock a host of other features including PredictWind weather forecast and route planning, making Vulcan a fantastic central navigation display. In addition, for the club racer the Vulcan features Startline, countdown timer and a race course building tool.

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WiththeintroductionofB&GBroadband3Gor4GRadar connectivity to the Vulcan series, B&G is able to increase safety and make sailing easier, and therefore enhance on-water enjoyment. Vulcan users can now identify and track targets from the bow of the boat, up to 36 nautical miles away, cruise safely through crowded harbors, see very close obstacles in poor visibility and keep an eye on distant storm cells.

With connectivity to SonicHub marine audio, V20 and V50 DSC VHF Radios and AIS transceivers, Vulcan provides the ultimate in on-water entertainment, safety and communication. Vulcan chartplotters are also built with ForwardScanTM capability which, when connected to a B&G ForwardScan transducer, enables full forward-looking sonar beneath the surface – especially useful when exploring shallow, unfamiliar or uncharted waters and entering harbors.

When connected to a B&G autopilot system, the Vulcan can also act as a secondary autopilot controller providing Intelligent Sail Steering, manual and autosteering functions, and Smart Maneuver functionality combined with intuitive menus for ultimate control.

Vulcan also features built-in Wi-Fi allowing connection to the internet, via smartphone hotspot or a marina, giving access to the online store to purchase and download charts or software updates directly to the display. In addition, users can mirror the screen and control the chartplotter from virtually anywhere on the boat on a compatible iOS or Android device by downloading the Link app (tablets only).

The new Vulcan 12 and 7 chartplotters will be available later this year. The Vulcan 12 will start at $2,199 USD, and the Vulcan 7 will start at $699 USD. To find out more about the B&G range of sailing electronics and navigational products, visit www.bandg.com. *Some features require additional sensors MULTIHULLS Magazine | September/October 2017

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Beautiful and Elegant Reading Lights Incorporate Convenient USB Charging Port IMTRA recently announced the introduction of its new line of re-styled St. Maarten Reading Lights.

Featuring beautiful hand blown glass shades in a variety of colors – the elegant line includes a USB port for convenient charging of electronic devices.

A perfect blend of old world craftsmanship and new technology integration, the St. Maarten range is perfectly suited for the discerning yachtsman.

St. Maarten Reading Lights are available with martini style and new sphere shaped shades in a variety of colors that are handcrafted by the master glassblowers at the Pairpoint Glass Company using techniques and original tools that date back to the early 1800s.

The Imtra St. Maarten lights can swivel 355-degrees laterally and 90-degrees up and down, and can be used with an LED or G4 halogen bulb. The St. Maarten 2 features a round base, while the St. Maarten 3 has a rectangular base. Both models are available with Cobalt-White, Blue and Light Blue Vortex spherical shades; and Seafoam Swirl, Mocha Swirl, Blue-Green

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Fuel economy while boating is a major consideration with a modern 300 HP outboard consuming around 100 l/ph at wide-open throttle.

Small changes to trim or RPM can make a massive difference to the optimum economy plus sea state and weather are also variables, which constantly impact the “sweet spot” Most modern outboards are now fitted with a NMEA 2000 interface. Digital Yacht have developed an Android phone and tablet app called OutboardView designed to show all the current engine parameters such as RPM, boat speed, oil temp and pressure as well as calculating optimum

fuel economy with an easy to understand trim gauge – make your trim and rpm adjustments and get a realtime view of fuel efficiency. It’s designed to integrate with Digital Yacht’s iKommunicate NMEA to Signal K gateway so data can easily be picked up from the NMEA 2000 backbone.

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A decade ago Tesla Motors introduced its first production vehicle and the electric revolution was born.

Today, Quad Marine brings the revolution to the marine industry with the introduction of the Quad 44, a groundbreaking electric catamaran.

The Quad 44 offers much more than just an alternative to outdated internal combustion engine propulsion. We’ve identified the design flaws and usability problems of traditional catamarans, discarded old ways of thinking, and devised innovative new solutions. The result is a totally new design that’s fundamentally superior to traditional catamarans, with dramatically improved performance, safety, and accommodation space. We invite you to explore our web site and discover why the Quad 44 is the most advanced four-cabin cruising catamaran in the world!

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1. The groundbreaking raised-cabin design of the Quad 44 allows the lower hulls to be optimized for performance, with a narrow beam of only 4 feet that substantially reduces drag and increases speed. The upper main hull is optimized for passenger accommodation, with an astonishing 40% more interior space than typical catamarans.

The four raised cabins are isolated from wave noise and cold water for a very comfortable cruising experience.

2. The lower hulls have a freeboard of only 2 feet, allowing easy and safe boarding from a side dock with no need for boarding stairs. Access to the central raised hull is through entry doors on both sides of the boat. Once the day’s cruising destination is reached, the twin hulls serve as spacious recreation decks for sunning, swimming, or fishing.

3. The main hull encloses the four staterooms and saloon in an efficient aerodynamic design to minimize drag over and under the boat. The unique profile also reduces the effect of high crosswinds that may be encountered on the open ocean.

4. The buoyancy of the central hull is separated from the lower hulls. Wave crests pass over the lower hulls without impeding the boat’s progress, and pitching and rolling is reduced. The under side of the main hull is designed to diminish wave impacts and noise in heavy seas.

5. The Quad 44 is powered by clean, silent, and maintenance-free electric drive units on each of the lower hulls. High-capacity battery banks are located within the twin hulls where they are isolated from the passenger space. Dual solar arrays deliver several kilowatts of power to extend the cruising range.

6. The forward helm station is fully protected from inclement weather and has exceptionally clear line of sight. Two auxiliary helm stations on the aft deck give the skipper flexibility for fair weather sailing.

7. The Quad44 finally provides an elegant solution for stowing and deploying shore craft. Two dinghies can be stowed out of sight in storage compartments under the main hull, and are easily moved into the water when needed. Boarding the dinghies is safe and easy, as the Quad 44 side decks serve as two large docks!

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Interior Plan The raised-cabin configuration of the Quad 44 provides an astonishing 40% more interior space than typical catamarans (see comparison chart). The four spacious staterooms all feature en-suite heads with shower, and standard queen-size berths. The settee in the saloon converts to a double berth for two additional guests. For live aboard, extended cruising, or just entertaining on the dock, the Quad 44 is the obvious choice!

Deck Layout The spacious aft deck provides comfortable seating for 12 guests under a hardtop bimini. Port and starboard settees can both be converted into 4x7 foot berths for two additional guests, creating overnight accommodation space for up to 12 people.

When the forward hatches are opened guests have easy access to the upper deck where there is ample space for lounging and sunning. While moored or underway, the open hatchway directs airflow throughout the boat for ventilation.

Rig The revolutionary Aerolite sailing rig will be an available option to supplement the Quad 44’s electric drive. The rig provides much easier sail handling and trimming than the traditional Bermuda rig.

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The mylar head sail and main sail are both equipped with roller furling for easy deployment and reefing.

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New Boat

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eet the new TF10 – three hulls bringing triple the fun. The TF10 is a foiling trimaran measuring 11 meters [36 ft] in overall length, designed by Morrelli and Melvin, and built and marketed

by DNA. The foiling TF10 trimaran is fun to sail with friends in, and to compete in. A well-mannered thoroughbred. And when you know your way around the racecourse in monohulls, then your skillset will allow to race the TF10 too; it is merely a different application of sailing skills. The TF10 embodies the race-proved qualities of performance, ‘sailability’, reliability and safety which we believe are 24

all desirable to make the TF10 a success as the next One Design boat for yachtclub racing – a boat enticing men and women, youth and adults.

The TF10 has been designed to exceed ABS offshore racing yachts requirements and is constructed of pre-preg carbon fibre with a Nomex honeycomb core for a lightweight, yet safe and robust construction.

The boat can be offered in strict One Design spec for competition purposes. It is designed to be raced by a competent crew of four or five sailors, in a relatively stable and safe mode over a wide range of wind speeds and sea states.

It can entertain and delight. We hope it fires your imaginations too

and we ensure that the TF10 will deliver on the thrill of sailing; after the foiling revolution there is now evolution, and the TF10 is the first boat designed from scratch to introduce lessons learned; making foiling safer and more accessible for the everyday performance sailor.

The TF10 is a foiling boat with good manners.

Easily transport the TF10 – retract the amas and trailer or ship your boat. The TF10 has been built with ease of competition in mind.

You can arrive in Key West on your own trailer, or ship to Europe on a standard 40’ flat rack.

Open up new inland weekend cruising destinations with the ease of a boat ramp. No need to line up

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for a hoist, pay for a travel lift or register for a highway permit. The TF10 can be pulled with a standard HD pickup truck and can be launched from a ramp. The TF10 is simple to transport and set up, and can be stored indoors.

The TF10 was conceived towards the end of 2015. The overall concept was to build a foiling multihull that could act as an effective bridge between America’s Cup-level sailing and technology, and the more prevalent type of active racing sailors. The TF10 class association that conceived of the project, is a group of five sailing friends from the US East Coast (Newport, RI) who united to create what they felt might be needed to bring American yacht club racing more on par with America’s Cup developments from the last decade – and keep-

ing the young guns hooked to the sport of sailing. When the founding members set out to create this boat, considerations of wind range and seastate led to the development of a trimaran rather than a cata-

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maran. The center hull provides exceptional buoyancy and stability which reduces the risk of ‘nose diving’ or ‘stuffing’ and pitchpoling.

These gentlemen have united as the TF10 Class Association and

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with their wealth of experience in various one-design racing series and experienced flaws earlier, the ultimate goal is to now create a racing series as exciting, honest and fun as the boat itself is.

The boat was designed to be produced as a series, One Design build, with a worldwide active Class. As such, high quality moulds

were built, capable of supporting >100 production units. DNA has ample experience in manufacturing advanced composite products per strict requirements and small tolerances, thus ensuring that boats in One Design spec will actually be the same.

The TF10 Class actively encourages young adults and women to

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join in for racing. As such, the TF10 has been designed to be raced with relative ease by having sound ergonomics, light sheet and steering loads, and the elimination of moving daggerboards up and down (heavy).

The 2018 TF10 Regatta calendar is yet to be released with marquee events planned: Summer Series on the Eastern Seaboard, winter Florida Championship, and a potential European Race Series.

More info about the class can be found at: www.TF10class.com.

Performance: The TF10 is a foiling trimaran.

Foiling allows for high speeds, however achieving high top speeds has never been a goal during development. We sought for great performance which is accessible and safe, allowing for high averages.

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We meet our performance target when amateur sailors can sail and fly this speed machine always feeling in control, comfortably doing close to 30 knots downwind. The max VMG may be greater however again; that is not the greatest goal.

The foil package consists of Zboards that offer relative ride height stability by their inherent design, and are meant to be kept deployed during normal upwind and downwind sailing. The Z-boards thus eliminate the need for exceptional crew coordination or large power consumption during manoeuvres.

This foil design has been successfully employed in other foiling multihulls – such as the A-cats or the Olympic foiling Nacra 17.

The rudders are fitted with elevators designed to provide lift, and to create righting moment. Foils can be inserted into the floats from above, thereby eliminating the need to launch the boat with

a crane. It may also be launched from the road trailer on a normal boat ramp.

The daggerboards are fitted inside of shock absorbing casings in case of a collision, thereby reducing the risk of severe hull damage.

The T-rudders will kick-up in the case of impact at higher speeds.

To safely sail and foil, the TF10 is equipped with electrically-powered rake control for the Z-boards and T-rudders. This system allows for similar foil trimming options (rake forward or aft) as the 2017 America’s Cup Class boats had – sophisticated tuning of foil settings while sailing for a higher pace around the course. Rake control is accomplished by electric actuators, commanded by ergonomic switches located at positions easily accessible by the crew.

The mast may be fitted with an inflatable buoyancy balon that prevents the boat from “turtling” fol-

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lowing a capsize, improving safety, making recovery easier, and reducing the probability of damage.

As the speeds can be high, safety and comfort have been a big concern throughout the development of the TF10. The wave-piercing bows have a large volume for extra buoyancy. The rigid seating benches with back support provide a comfortable means of increasing righting moment as well as being a barrier to accidental man overboard possibilities in cases of sudden changes in heel or directionality during manoeuvres.

Safety is also ensured by sound ergonomics throughout. A raised wishbone boom reduces the risk of head injuries from boom collisions when seated in the cockpit. A well laid out deck plan reduces tripping hazards when crossing sides and the loads on sheets is kept low, so the boat can be enjoyed and pushed regardless of age or gender.

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The TF10 is fitted with a deck mounted rotating, carbon fiber wing mast (with a regatta splice for ease of logistics) and a wishbone boom elevated above deck for safety (mast

LOA LWL Beam (benches) Beam (folded)

and boom are made by Southern Spars). The sailplan comprises a decksweeper design mainsail which is reefable (double), a reefable jib, and a furling gennaker.

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vision on the water, the new Leopard 50 / Moorings 5000 from Robertson & Caine was rendered with their signature styling and craftsmanship.

With versatility in mind, we bring to you the next generation of Leopard Catamarans, the Leopard 50.

She has been designed to replace one of the best-selling Leopard Catamarans of all time, the award-winning Leopard 48.

Her versatility begins with the option to choose the classic hard-top exterior configuration (called the Leopard 50P), or for the first time on a Leopard Catamaran of this size, an optional flybridge accommodation (Leopard 50L).

The Leopard 50L is the ideal layout for anyone looking for more outdoor living space as she comes equipped with a flybridge that includes a lounge area, 30

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table, sunbed and optional exterior speakers and shade awning.

Access is provided by floating stairs leading up from the aft cockpit. An important distinction compared to similar sailboat flybridge configurations is that while under sail, passengers can move about the flybridge with ample headroom and never worry about interference from the boom.

The flybridge is also situated to still maintain contact with the helm station, an important feature found on all Leopard Catamarans.

Sailors looking for the familiar, continuous hardtop can opt for the Leopard 50P. This version does not have the flybridge and can deliver increased performance particularly when fitted with the offered squaretop mainsail and other available performance-orientated rigging and sail options.

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With either version, the entire exterior styling of the Leopard 50 has also been revamped to give the hull a more sophisticated look. In addition to the exterior options, the interior offers multiple layout configuration with 4 or 5 cabins, and an extensive options list.

Moorings 5000 (Charter version of the Leopard 50) The Moorings 5000 is next-generation sailing catamaran and sets the pace for charter catamarans, accommodating up to 11 guests on a modern vacation platform with all the comforts of home.

The 5000 features four spacious en-suite cabins, each with zoned air conditioning for personalized onboard climate control. The head charterers may wish to choose the larger “master” suite cabin complete with additional storage and sitting area.

An expansive saloon features modern light wood finishes and wraparound panoramic windows, along with a skylight for even more natural lighting. A fully appointed forwardfacing galley will delight the chef among your crew with double drawer refrigerator/ freezer, gas range/oven, microwave, blender and toaster.

The saloon also hosts a dining area with wraparound cushioned seating, including a drop-down table that converts to an additional double berth. From the saloon, a door provides easy access to the trampoline and forward cockpit seating area.

The saloon also blends seamlessly into the aft cockpit with the help of stacking sliding glass doors. This area serves well as an extended galley, featuring electric grill, outdoor refrigerator, and dining table with cushioned, wraparound seating for enjoying waterside meals as a group.

The 5000’s innovations take outdoor living to new heights with an elevated flybridge complete with welcoming lounge area, sunbed and shade awning – perfect for taking in 360-degree views.

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floor and ceiling lighting, plus double USB ports in staterooms and saloon. And come dusk, the blue underwater lights offer an added glowing ambiance.

Sailors will appreciate the raised helm station offering excellent visibility, full Raymarine navigation electronics, including rear-view camera, and electric mainsheet winch. Rounding out this next-generation yacht are twin 57hp Yanmar diesel engines, generator, solar panels, electric flush heads, and inverter for powering electronic devices. Convertible Saloon: This yacht has a convertible saloon, which offers sleeping arrangements for up to two guests. This is included in the maximum capacity listed for this yacht.

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Forepeaks: This yacht has one forepeak. The port forepeak is accessible only through a hatch from the top of the hull. It is large enough for one adult and includes mattress, air conditioning, electric outlet, 2 USB Ports, and a fire extinguisher. The port forepeak is included as a single berth in the maximum capacity of this yacht.

Skipper/Cook: A hired Skipper will use an interior cabin unless all cabins are being used as sleeping quarters by charter guests, where he will instead use the forepeak. A hired cook will always require use of an interior cabin.

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New Boat

Sunreef Supreme 68

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Flybridge Layout of Athena

hen Sunreef Yachts unveiled the Supreme concept at the Singapore Yacht Show, it became clear that a change has occurred in the yachting world. It was the first time the nautical industry has seen a 68-footer with genuine superyacht features and a simply stunning living space of 300m² (over 3,200 ft2).

Sunreef Yachts began this revolution with the premiere of the concept’s sailboat edition.

With the worldwide success of the sailing Sunreef Supreme 68 the shipyard now officially presents the motoryacht version of its all-new, audacious range.

Athena – the very first Sunreef Supreme 68 Power was launched by the end of July.

This ultramodern motor catamaran takes her name from the Greek goddess of wisdom, courage, mathematics and arts. The yacht does draw a lot of inspiration from her patroness’s versatility.

Main Deck with Master Suite of Athena

Below Deck with Galley, 3 Guest Suites and Crew Cabin of Athena

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Saloon of Athena

The boat’s sublime design, cutting edge technology and pioneering character all reflect her universal spirit. Athena may have just become the goddess of multihulled leisure crafts.

The Sunreef Supreme 68 Power Athena is a new type of power catamaran, representing an innovative and creative philosophy of yacht designing and engineering.

Her exterior look is bold, sporty and futuristic. With a 10.5m beam and sharp lines, her presence is imposing.

The architecture of this yacht model revisits the way catamarans have been built so far. Her radical design allowed an immense saloon surrounded with floor to ceiling glass – a space opening wide both onto the cockpit and passageways.

The 65m² interior deck is vast enough to place a master cabin in the bow with access to the front.

The master cabin occupying the whole front part of the deckhouse, is fitted with an imposing king-size bed and offers a simply breathtaking panoramic view.

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VIP bathroom on Athena

The Owner’s realm also features a large desk, ample storage, a dressing room and a master bathroom with a magic glass wall.

Athena’s saloon was given a soothing and elegant design, combining shades of light oak with glossy white and embossed Galuchat style leather finishing. Placed amidships is a vast lounge with a Ushaped sofa facing a 65’’ TV. This central seating area is surrounded with an onyx-clad bar to portside and a coffee table to starboard.

The portside hull houses the comfortable crew quarters and mess neighboring Athena’s wellequipped galley, pantry and storage rooms.

The galley is fitted with a food elevator, serving both the saloon and flybridge.

One of the yacht’s ample forepeaks provides room an additional bed and bathroom for Athena’s crew. A guest cabin with twin beds and a spacious bathroom occupies the bow section of the port hull.

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The layout of the starboard hull features another guest cabin as well as a luxurious VIP cabin with a double bed, a sofa, a vast bathroom and dressing area.

Athena features an immense flybridge topped with an elegant bimini. This scenic area is fitted with a mist sprayer, a bar, a barbecue, a large table for eight and mattresses to obtain a vast dining and lounging space of 65m2. The yacht’s big front terrace is a prime place to relax on the large sun pads or to enjoy a bath in the Jacuzzi.

The boat is equipped with an aft garage – featured on all the Sunreef Supreme 68s. This voluminous space allows to conveniently store the 445 Williams tender, a kayak, LOA ..................... 20.45m / 67.1ft BOA.....................10.51m / 34.5ft Draft.........................1.1 m / 3.7 ft Engines ...........2x Volvo IPS 800 Fuel .............. 7000L / 1849.2 gal Water............1000 L / 264.17 gal Guests ................................... 12 Living space........ 300m² / 3251ft²

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a diving compressor, lockers and additional freezers. The garage door, when lowered, creates an aft platform ideal for water sports.

Athena’s main navigation station is placed on the flybridge. The yacht features a powerful Volvo IPS 800 system for a maximum of maneuverability and optimized performance. An additional joystick and aft cameras are installed to ease the mooring in crowded marinas. With 7000L of fuel capacity, Athena enjoys all the autonomy she needs.

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Sunreef Yachts is bringing one of its spectacular Sunreef Supreme 68 Power catamarans to the 2017 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

Freshly launched, GOLD SEAHORSE is the shipyard’s first Supreme 68 Power delivery to the United States.

She is currently on her way to Fort Lauderdale for her American premiere, she will be on display throughout the FLIBS at the F/G Dock: 22-23 in Bahia Mar, November 1st to 5th.

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Racing News

36th AMERICA’S CUP

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America’s Cup Will Return to Monohulls in 2021

rust has hardly been the byword for the America’s Cup. For far more than a century, sailing teams have been trying to conceal their cards and design breakthroughs and secure the sport’s most prestigious prize.

But “trust” was the word that kept resurfacing as Emirates Team New Zealand and Luna Rossa Challenge announced the rules for the next edition of the event, in 2021.

That competition will be a very different America’s Cup than the last three, which all involved multihull yachts and featured Larry Ellison, the American software mogul, setting the agenda by the force of his personality and his wallet.

That changed in Bermuda in June when Team New Zealand, shorter on cash but longer on bright ideas, won back the Cup by routing Ellison’s Oracle Team USA. In Bermuda, the Kiwis viewed themselves as defenders of the event’s traditional values. Three months later, they have followed through on that vision. That does not make them visionaries, but it will reassure many in the sailing community even as it risks the loss of new fans who were drawn in by the spectacle of foiling catamarans that had become the races’ signature in the past decade.

The Cup in 2021 will return to monohulls, the boats with deep keels that were part of every America’s Cup from 1851 to 2007 and are still the main ride for the Sunday sailor.

The next Cup also will re-emphasize the idea of national teams by instituting new requirements, although not to the degree expected. Above all, the rules for 2021 will re-establish the clear distinction between the defender of the oldest major trophy in global sports and its challengers.

“This is an important principle,” said Grant Dalton, the fiery chief executive of Team New Zealand.

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“Because it is, after all, the challengers’ job to gang together to try to beat the defender.”

Those lines were getting blurred in the Ellison era.

In Bermuda, Oracle became the first defender to sail in the challenger series — and even earned a point that it carried into the America’s Cup match itself.

It also trained regularly with the challengers and shared a design package with a Japanese team. The Cup was starting to feel more like a league.

Team New Zealand and Luna Rossa, the Italian challenger of record headed by Patrizio Bertelli, have long been chummy. But Dalton prefers the old defenderchallenger divide. So does Bertelli, the silver-haired chief executive of Prada Group who, at 71, has been chasing the Cup without success with his deep pockets far longer than Ellison chased it with his.

Bertelli withdrew Luna Rossa in anger from the last Cup before it began because of a late class-rule change that reduced the size of the catamarans.

“It’s almost a duopoly really, isn’t it, with Emirates Team New Zealand and Luna Rossa?” Ben Ainslie, the skipper and team principal of the British challenger Land Rover BAR, said in a telephone interview.

The new rules even authorize two-boat programs again.

Back to the future? Not entirely. There is a new conflict of interest with Prada becoming the title sponsor for the entire regatta, replacing Louis Vuitton. There is also the matter of the boats.

Dalton is well aware that Ellison and Russell Coutts, his chief adviser and former skipper, were on to something when they chose new-age catamarans that made the sport faster and edgier and forced the crews to become younger and fitter.

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that hit new heights in Bermuda, where the catamarans sometimes completed the entire race without touching hull to water.

The competition was spectacular and at times destructive, with Team New Zealand capsizing in high winds during the challenger series and having to work round-the-clock to repair the damage.

Monohulls, which are typically slower and considerably more water bound, will be viewed in many quarters as retrograde. But Bertelli likes the tactics and grandeur of monohulls, and sailing conditions in the Hauraki Gulf off Auckland, the likely site for this Cup, were considered less than ideal for foiling catamarans.

Still, Dalton insisted the new monohull class for 2021 would be captivating in its own right, and not just because the yachts will be big (and expensive) at 75 feet.

“The designers of Emirates Team New Zealand frankly have pushed technology farther than anybody ever believed it would ever be pushed in yachting in the last eight years,” Dalton told The New Zealand Herald. “So now you turn those guns on a monohull, and you wait and see, because I know what is going on, and it’s exciting.

“I’ve got to assure everybody. Trust us. Wait for this boat. You are going to like it.”

Races will be longer than they were in Bermuda — closer to 40 minutes than 20 — with longer prestart sequences and traditional upwind starts.

Ainslie, a former Olympic sailor who was pushing for catamarans, sounded more enthusiastic than resigned about the changes.

“Reading between the lines, I think the boat will end up being really a high-performance monohull and so will lend itself to the younger, extremely fit sailors coming through,” he said. “The fact the crew size is going to go up from six to somewhere between 10 and 12 also gives more opportunities for youngsters to get a shot at it.”

Ainslie said he anticipated a boat that would be able to hydrofoil in certain conditions, much like the new-age Open 60s, which that were used by some sailors in the last Vendée Globe round-the-world race.

“Those boats don’t go to windward very well and are not that maneuverable, so my guess is that these would be a high-performance version of that and would be narrower,” Ainslie said. “They obviously would be more powerful and dynamic because they’ll have more crew to trim the sails and work the boat.” www.multihullsmag.com | MULTIHULLS Magazine

Details remain elusive because Team New Zealand does not plan to announce the full specifications for the race until March 31, 2018.

Ainslie said the six-month gap would give Team New Zealand and Luna Rossa a head start in the crucial design process, since both teams will know what is coming before the opposition.

“I think most people can see that’s a huge competitive advantage,” Ainslie said. “But that’s the trade-off.

Those guys won it fair and square. It’s their right to set the rules as they see fit.”

And how many teams will there be? Team New Zealand, which has yet to confirm Auckland as the site because of questions about infrastructure, is planning for seven challengers. That could be optimistic given the cost of a two-boat program and the challenges of new residency rules, which require 20 percent of the crew to hold passports of the nation they represent but mandate that the other crew members must reside in that country for 380 days between Sept. 1, 2018 and Sept. 1, 2020.

Ellison has not officially stated his intentions, but is not expected to take part in the next America’s Cup as he may be starting his own rival sailing series “World Series of Sailing” with events held across the globe using AC35 foiling catamarans.

The New York Yacht Club, which held the Cup from 1857 to 1983, and other potential American syndicates are exploring their options. So are groups from Australia, France and Germany. Second teams from Italy and Britain are possibilities, but for now the only confirmed syndicates are Team New Zealand, Luna Rossa and Land Rover BAR. “Talking and entering are two different things,” Dalton said. “It’s a big boys’ game.” MM To view the 36th America’s Cup Protocol, click here.

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Oman Air Moves to Top of Overall Leaderboard with Victory in Act 5: Hamburg, Germany man Air took its second Act victory in a row in a thrilling Hamburg finale, despite last minute pressure from SAP Extreme Sailing Team.

The triumph sees the Omani syndicate move into pole position in the overall rankings.

Red Bull Sailing Team rounds off the podium while early season leader Alinghi posted its worst result since 2012, following an action-packed, crowd-pleasing day on the River Elbe for Extreme Sailing Series Act 5, Hamburg, presented by Land Rover.

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“We’re over the moon,” said a grinning Phil Robertson, skipper and helm of the Omani-flagged squad, who adds to his growing tally of recent sailing successes, which include wins in the World Match Racing Tour and M32 World Championship, as well as in the previous Extreme Sailing Series Act in Barcelona.

“The fight was on and the boys fought hard. SAP Extreme Sailing Team was sailing well and getting win after win so we knew our lead was getting smaller, but we didn’t

panic, which was key,” commented Robertson, whose team has sat top of the Act podium since race one.

“I’m going to put my feet up for a week, that’s for sure,” added Robertson, whose crew included Pete Greenhalgh, Ed Smyth, James Wierzbowski and Nasser al Mashari.

The battle for glory between SAP Extreme Sailing Team and Oman Air went down to the wire, however even a win in the final doublepoints race wasn’t enough for the Danes, who needed to put at least two boats between them and their rival to finish ahead.

“It was super close out there. We started off strong but Oman Air sailed really cleanly and we just couldn’t catch them.” said Adam Minoprio, helm of SAP Extreme Sailing Team, whose team finishes just three points shy of the Act champion having started the day with an eight-point deficit.

“It was good to take the final race for bragging rights as you’re only as good as your last race. We look forward to Cardiff and to getting one back on Phil, and we’re really enjoying the close competition,” added the

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Kiwi sailor, whose team drops from first to second on the 2017 podium, tied on points with the leader.

Red Bull Sailing Team finishes third and was awarded the Zhik Speed Machine Trophy, with insights from SAP, for the second Act running, for reaching the top speed of the regatta at 23.9 knots.

The team remains fourth overall.

At some point during the Act, each of the top six finishers have had a turn on the podium, with the constantly shifting scoreboard demonstrating just how tricky the racing has been for the international fleet of world-class sailors.

The biggest upset of the Act sees Alinghi finish sixth and drop to third on the season scoreboard, a devastating blow for the 2016 champion, who led the 2017 rankings for the first three Acts.

“We feel really disappointed because we didn’t sail well at all, but the other teams deserve it. It wasn’t our regatta and we need to work harder for the next one to come back in to the game.” said co-skipper Arnaud Psarofaghis.

“The crew did a good job the whole regatta but we were just out of pace, made some bad decisions tactically and then that put us in a bad situation.”

NZ Extreme Sailing Team follow the Swiss in fourth, having suffered a damaging blow to its scorecard in race 14.

“We got pretty beaten up and ended up last in the first race so it was pretty tricky to bounce back from that. Just as we got some momentum going, we ran into the ground in the pre-start and weren’t able to race so that was hard to build from,” explained co-skipper Chris Steele.

“Fourth is the best result for the

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team so far this year, the learning curve this week has been awesome.

I really feel like we’ve taken two steps forward, so hopefully we can take them to Cardiff,” added Steele, whose team leapfrogs Land Rover BAR Academy on the overall scoreboard to take fifth.

Despite a strong start to the day for Land Rover BAR Academy, who posted a first and a second in the opening races, the young British syndicate finishes the Act in fifth, two points ahead of Alinghi and

tied on points with the Kiwis.

Local wildcard entry Team Extreme, whose crew line-up featured German 49er sailor Linov Scheel, finishes at the bottom of the table.

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Act 5, Hamburg, standings after Day 4 (16 races) Position / Team / Points 1st Oman Air (OMA) 2nd SAP Extreme Sailing Team (DEN) 3rd Red Bull Sailing Team (AUT) 4th NZ Extreme Sailing Team (NZL) 5th Land Rover BAR Academy (GBR) 6th Alinghi (SUI) 7th Team Extreme (GBR)

177 points 174 points 158 points 149 points 149 points 147 points 117 points

Extreme Sailing Series™ 2017 overall standings Position / Team / Points 1st Oman Air (OMA) 2nd SAP Extreme Sailing Team (DEN) 3rd Alinghi (SUI) 4th Red Bull Sailing Team (AUT) 5th NZ Extreme Sailing Team (NZL) 6th Land Rover BAR Academy (GBR)

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SAP Extreme Sailing Team Triumphs in Act 6: Cardiff to Reclaim 2017 Lead

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t went down to the wire between SAP Extreme Sailing Team and Alinghi in the thrilling finale of Extreme Sailing Series Act 6, Cardiff, but the Danes pipped the Swiss to the post in the final

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throes of battle. The Danish squad claimed its third win of the season to go top of the overall leaderboard.

Oman Air was forced to settle for third and hand over the 2017 lead to SAP Extreme Sailing Team,

after Phil Robertson and his men struggled to find their form of the previous two Acts.

Over 90,000 spectators turned out over the Bank Holiday weekend to watch the international fleet in action on Cardiff Bay, and were rewarded for their efforts today with six nailbiting races and plenty of sunshine.

For a moment, the cracks began to show for SAP Extreme Sailing Team, allowing Alinghi to claw back vital points and enter the final double-points race neck-and-neck with its main rival. But, a disastrous start dashed any hopes of victory for the Swiss team.

“It feels really good,” said the winning helm, Adam Minoprio.

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bit in the middle, and then we put the pressure on for the final race.

“That start, with Alinghi locked behind the committee boat and Oman Air over the line early, couldn’t have gone any better. We are stoked that we could keep our composure and take the win in the last race comfortably, and we’re really happy to take the lead as we head to America,” added a delighted Minoprio, whose team also included Rasmus Køstner, Pierluigi de Felice, Mads Emil Stephensen, Richard Mason and coach and coskipper Jes Gram-Hansen.

Although he doesn’t get to take home the prize, co-skipper Arnaud Psarofaghis was pleased with his team’s progress after a sub-par performance in the previous Act: “It was a really good day and a good regatta for us. The team sailed very well and this was great for us after Hamburg. I’m disappointed to have had a bad start in that final race, but that’s the game. Overall, we’re really happy.

“It’s all to play for and we can still win the season, that’s the goal. We’re just going to have to work harder next time,” added Psarofaghis, whose team won the Series in 2016 and currently sits third in the overall standings.

“It’s been a very difficult event for us,” said Oman Air skipper Phil Robertson. “But, we’re standing on the podium so all in all it’s still a great place to be. We’re the only team that has podiumed at every event so far.”

“We’re pretty fired up now and the guys have got a lot of passion going forward into San Diego,” added Robertson.

Red Bull Sailing Team, skippered by double Olympic gold medallist Roman Hagara, found its feet as the

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day came to a close, posting its first bullet of the Act in the penultimate race. But, by that time, the damage was done and a podium finish was out of reach. The Austrian team finished fourth for the Act and remains fourth for the season.

NZ Extreme Sailing Team, helmed by America’s Cup champion Josh Junior, follow the Austrian crew in fifth but take the Zhik Speed Machine Trophy, with in-

sights from SAP, for the top speed of the Act at 23.2 knots. They finish ahead of the two British-flagged entries Land Rover BAR Academy and Team Extreme Wales.

Act 6, Cardiff marks the end of the European leg of the 2017 season, following events in Madeira Islands, Barcelona and Hamburg.

The Series now heads to two brand new venues in the Americas for the final two Acts.

For full coverage, visit: www.extremesailingseries.com

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Act 6, Cardiff, standings after Day 4 (14 races) Position / Team / Points 1st SAP Extreme Sailing Team (DEN) 2nd Alinghi (SUI) 3rd Oman Air (OMA) 4th Red Bull Sailing Team (AUT) 5th NZ Extreme Sailing Team (NZL) 6th Land Rover BAR Academy (GBR) 7th Team Extreme Wales (GBR)

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Extreme Sailing Series™ 2017 overall standings Position / Team / Points 1st SAP Extreme Sailing Team (DEN) 2nd Oman Air (OMA) 3rd Alinghi (SUI) 4th Red Bull Sailing Team (AUT) 5th NZ Extreme Sailing Team (NZL) 6th Land Rover BAR Academy (GBR)

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Aquila, the Pescott-designed Whitehaven, leading the Lightwave 38, Heatwave

Multihulls at Audi Hamilton Island Race Week

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By Chris Dewar chris@csdconsulting.com.au

ith 215 yachts, around 2000 sailors in 15 different divisions, Audi Hamilton Island Race Week is one of Australia’s most popular sailing events.

There are three other race weeks held in close proximity at this time (Hamilton Island, Airlie Beach and Magnetic Island) and many of the yachts come up to the Whitsundays to compete in all three events and continue cruising this beautiful, protected location.

Earlier this year Hamilton Island was hit by Cyclone Debbie with 260km/hr winds. The island suffered significant damage and, five months on, the Island is mostly rebuilt. Buildings have been rebuilt or repaired, most of the debris has been mulched and most if not all of the businesses on the Island were back in operation for this week.

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Entries were slightly down from the previous year when over 250 yachts entered, but this is expected with many of the local yachts suffering damage during Cyclone Debbie. It was still a very good turnout for the year’s event, even Prince Fredrick from Denmark had entered and was at the helm of the 60-foot Wild Oats X, which was renamed to Nanoq for this event.

The 40 multihulls that entered Audi Hamilton Island Race Week varied from a Diam 24 to a 60-foot Lagoon, and were split into three divisions; the serious Multihull Racing Division; the competitive Cruising Division 1 and; the fun seeking Cruising Division 2.

Although racing is held in the protected waters of the Whitsunday Islands, when the wind blows there is still a good sized swell, 5-knot tides and choppy conditions to deal with. This year the fleet had to deal with these conditions as well as glass out conditions.

Diam 24, Fury Road

Multihull Racing Division

The Multihull Racing division had only five entries this year, all of very different designs, sizes and weights. There was Fury Road, which was the new Diam 24 from VPLP, weighing in at around 500kgs.

In contrast there was the 60-foot Tag 60, Stardust, which weighed in at over 21 tons. There were also two older Crowther designs (30 years old), Top Gun and XL2, that had been updated with new rigging, sails, steering and both were looking like new yachts.

There was finally Rushour, which was recently rebuilt.

“This was once a Rogers 36”, said Drew Carruthers the skipper/owner. “I turned it into a 40-foot Rogers and then I couldn’t sell it, so I turned it into a 50 -footer. I cut it up with a chainsaw and I guess there is no Rogers in it any more,” he said with a smile.

It is a shame there were no foiling cats or big trimarans that have featured in previous years. It is a long way for them to come, but would be well worth it for them and would help increase the popularity of multihull sailing and racing in Australia.

All the yachts in this division were rated under the recently revised handicapping system called OMR (Offshore Multihull Rating). It was certainly working well this year evening up the field.

In race one, OMR had 40 seconds separating first and third. In the following races the differences between first and third were 13 minutes, 11 minutes, 2½ minutes, 12 minutes and 9 minutes.

Tag 60, Stardust

OMR tries to take out of consideration the boat and find the crew that performs best, so although the Tag 60 Stardust is the slowest boat in the division – with leather lounges and ice maker, it is owned by former South African Olympic sailor Eric Cook and skippered by Ian Smith, so given their experience you would expect this team to do well.

Day one saw 20- to 25-knot winds gusting to 33 knots. This was not the conditions that suited the little Diam 24 Fury Road, which did not finish. Top Gun revelled in these conditions and won line honors but Rushour and Stardust just got ahead on OMR. Stardust just beat them by 22 seconds.

The multihulls started five minutes ahead of the two 100-foot monohulls Wild Oats XI and Black Jack, and Top Gun maintained their lead over them for the entire downwind leg and most of the windward leg.

They only passed Top Gun in the final stages when racing to wind and dropped to 10-15 knots. Downwind they were doing speeds of over 25 knots with a top speed of 28 knots.

Rushour was happy with their handicap win as this was the first real test of the yacht. In Rushour’s first serious race since the rebuild earlier this year, it unfortunately had to withdraw with daggerboard and rudder damage. Today Rushour began the downwind leg 200 meters ahead of the fastest boat in the regatta the 100foot monohull Wild Oats XI and finished the downwind leg with them being 200 meters behind them.

Crowther-designed, Top Gun

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Crowther-designed The Boat

They had a maximum speed of 28.5 knots, but could not match the consistency of Top Gun. Day 2 saw lighter winds at 10-15 knots and on Day 3 lighter again with 10 knots of breeze. This is where Fury Road started to show what it could do. On Day two, Top Gun again won line honors, but Stardust had performed well and finished first on OMR with Fury Road in second.

Day 3 was overshadowed by a collision between Rushour and Top Gun. It occurred as they were tacking to round Ann Island and Top Gun had just given way to Rushour and gone behind them. They then both tacked and this time Rushour had to give way to Top Gun who was on starboard. As Rushour beared away to go behind Top Gun, they accelerated and miss judged the speed and distance and crashed into the back of Top Gun. Top Gun began to take on water and was forced to retire to secure the boat and return for repairs.

Rushour had no visible damage but also retired to ensure everyone on Top Gun was safe and were able to return safely. Stardust had another handicap win followed by Fury Road.

Back on the dock, Top Gun worked to get the damaged hull out of the water so repairs could begin. The next day was a lay-day and so they were hoping that the repair could be completed in time for racing on Day 4.

It was a busy next day but the work was completed and they were ready for Day 4, which was cancelled due to lack of wind.

On Day 5 the fleet waited for a 15-knot southerly to kick in so racing could start. The race committee scheduled two races, a windward/leeward race followed by a passage race.

In the windward/leeward Top Gun was leading after the start, but it was not long before the splice in the main halyard failed and the main came falling down.

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they went up the mast to retrieve the halyard and were right for the second race of the day.

Rushour took over the lead and, although they had rudder issues that needed the skipper Drew to fix while racing, finished first over the line. On OMR, Fury Road had done enough to beat Rushour by just over a minute. In the following passage race Rushour continued its good form and recorded another line honors win seven minutes ahead of Top Gun. This was enough to give them an OMR win two minutes ahead of Fury Road.

Leading into the final race of the day it was Rushour, Fury Road or Stardust that could win the series.

Whichever of these yachts finished ahead would take the overall win.

For the final race, the wind was perfect at 15-20 knots and Top Gun won line honors again to record a second on OMR. Rushour finished second and hoped they were far enough in front of the little Diam 24 Fury Road to take the win. Fury Road crossed the line only five minutes later, which gave them an OMR win and the series win.

Darren Drew, the skipper of Top Gun said, “Congrats to George Owen and the Fury Road crew on the little Diam 24 off-the-beach tri for taking first.

Thanks to a great crew for a bloody load of laughs and to everyone for your encouragement for what was a testing regatta. A special mention to Dale Mitchell, Hayden Turnbull, Clay Bauman and Alex McMillian for your amazing help to get us back racing after we were run into by another competitor on Tuesday.�

Multihull Cruising Division

Cruising Division 1 had 15 competitors that were being rated on a performance handicap that was determined by previous racing performances. These handicaps were adjusted after each race, based on the results.

Schionning Wilderness 15.2, Scamper

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The 60-foot Lagoon, Bundalong

Barrocka, a Schionning Waterline 1480, came to Hamilton Island to race for the first time and so were given an average handicap. The skipper, John Sticklan, the owner, Nicolette Horak and crew had sailed on a Young-designed yacht called Earthling in previous regattas and so knew what to expect.

Earthling was destroyed during the cyclone earlier in the year and is currently being rebuilt. They demonstrated this experience with a line honors and OMR win on the first 2 days. After that their handicap was increased and in the next two races finished in 4th and 6th position, while still crossing the line in 2nd and 1st place.

Unfortunately, in the last race they were forced to retire after their main sail track suffered damage under the pressure of the first upwind leg. They returned to harbor, dropped off the crew and headed to Mackay.

At 4:30pm they looked at the results and realized they had won, turned around, put up the spinnaker and returned to Hamilton Island to receive their first place trophy.

The Boat, which is a confusing name to use in conversations, is a Crowther design yacht.

“What is the name of the boat?”

“The Boat.”

“Yes, the boat, what is the name of the boat?”

“Who’s on first?”

The owner of The Boat, Graeme Etherton, has done nearly 63,000nm on her, which he said averaged out to one hour at six knots for every day he has owned her. This distance is also nearly three circumnavigations of the globe.

They were always close to Barrocka, but could not beat them until day three when they had a line honors win and third on handicap. They were unlucky not to feature on the podium in the final results.

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sails, including a spinnaker.

They had one handicap win on day five and finished third, fourth or fifth in the other races. A good result on the last day could have seen them have a win. Unfortunately, a fifth place was not enough and with Scamper, a Schionning Wilderness 15.2 getting a second, they finished in third place on the same points as Scamper, but losing on a count back.

Scamper had come from South Australia on a cruising holiday and stopped in to compete at Audi Hamilton Island Race Week.

Also from South Australia was Aquila, a Pescottdesigned Whitehaven. Scamper and Aquila race a lot together in South Australia and it was always close between them this week. Dave and wife Geri have sailed Aquila to the Whitsunday’s for owners Mark and Karen Johns and plan to compete at Magnetic Island Race Week and then continue cruising with the plan to have the boat in South Australia for Christmas.

In Cruising Division 2 the big 60-foot Lagoon Bundalong from Brisbane just had it over the Western Australian yacht Misty Sea, a Motebello 12.5. They both finished on 16 points, but Bundalong won it on a count back with a first on day two. In third place was Salacia, a Lightwave 38.

Misty Sea also took out best dressed yacht during the parade with the Super Mario Kat theme.

All yachts left the regatta happy that they all had a great time with Hamilton Island putting on entertainment every night with the final night being a huge dinner/presentation with a live band.

I think most people will be back next year and hopefully with more multihulls. You don’t have to be on a fast boat, as one of the gaff-rigged monohulls has been doing the regatta for 10 years and has only been able to finish one race. If you are able to get to this event next year I would recommend it, as it is a lot of fun in the perfect winter location with temperatures rarely below 20°C/ 68°F. MM Motebello 12.5, Misty Sea

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by Juana Rudzki www.juanaspagodas.com

Juana Good Time?

Even with a Looming Hurricane!

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fter 27 years of hosting the Juana Good Time Regatta, I can honestly say it may have been both the worst and best ever this year. Hurricane Irma was barreling up the Florida peninsula and threatening our area with one of the most powerful and scariest storms in history.

The debate was on, during the previous week, as to whether we should cancel, reschedule, or go on with the show. It appeared that Navarre Beach area would be spared of the worst of it, but as the week progressed, the westwardly shifts had us concerned. With over 80 boats pre-registered and promises 56

of blue skies and perfect winds in the teens, we decided to take our chances and go on with the show.

And our decision proved to be a wise one, as we ended up with some of the most amazing conditions to date and a Good Time was definitely had by all!

Friday night’s “Late Registration and Smooth Sailing” party saw the Juana’s Pagodas property covered up! Registration went smoothly and quickly as the party thickened, with Blue Chair Bay Rum girls handing out free shots, Sailors’ Grill’s chef putting out a spread of munchies, and excited old sailing friends and new catching up on the happenings

since the previous year’s regatta. It’s become an ‘Old Home Week’ for lovers of multihull sailing. Sailor after sailor praised us on the decision to keep the race going, as it is the highlight of their year.

Crystal clear blue skies, brisk NE winds in the teens, and sunshine greeted us Saturday morning and continued steadily throughout the day. Snapping sails and clanging halyards could be heard over the excited chatter of racers, while faces were stuffed with fresh fruit, pastries, and steaming coffee – and maybe a Bloody Mary and mimosa or two – while awaiting the 10am Skipper’s Meeting.

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After I gave the usual, “thanks for parking in the far lot, using ashtrays and garbage cans, tipping your bartenders,” along with safety and committee boat descriptions and my usual, “No whining, you must have a GOOD TIME” speech, Ashley Sukalski, Race Committee Chair, went over the classes and other race descriptions, promising to meet with any of the beginners to clarify questions concerning starting flags, buoys, or any other such issues after the meeting. This is a race where we emphasize a “good time” and although we have plenty of serious racers and equipment, we also welcome first timers and those who are just getting into the sport. It really is the perfect venue for both!

Sails painted the Santa Rosa Sound in color as 90+ multihulls, ranging from small beach cats to tris and cruisers, pulled off the white sand beaches and lined up for the start.

Depending on boat class, sailors went either almost to the Pensacola Beach Bridge and back, or a portion of the way there, for Satur-

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day’s distance racing. I personally compete in the “WAVE Timed Races” for experienced sailors without a boat. We use our well warn and weary rental WAVES, (thank you Key Sailing for loaning yours too!) and do a series of timed races around buoys, taking turns this year among 16 people with 3 different boats. It’s become a great way to get people turned on to the sport of racing, and it’s a way to be

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involved even if you don’t own a boat, (my husband and son sail our cruising Gemini cat, but I like to do my own thing while being able to stay on the property throughout the event).

Aside from one boat’s rudders breaking, leading them to need a car rescue from the beautiful Gulf National Seashore, all sailed back safe, suntanned and happy, though there were plenty pitch-pole and close-call stories to expound on over Sailors’ Grill’s delicious BBQ sandwich spread, with Blue Chair Bay Rum hotties, doling out free shots once again. Most everyone ended up with a great door prize, and deck dancing moved under the Pagoda once the show-band “Shenanigans” got jamming. Let the dancing continue!

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a truly exceptional day of sailing Saturday, nobody complained, especially when we promised another continental breakfast before handcrafted pottery awards, followed by promises to send them away full on subs donated by our local sponsor All American Heroes.

So, although it had the potential as one of the worst years due to the ominous Hurricane Irma, it ended up one of the best, in that Irma gave us lovely steady breezes and blue skies on Saturday, and all walked away with beaming smiles and promises to return next year, the weekend after Labor Day, as usual, for the 28th Annual Juana Good Time Regatta.

Note: The Hobie 16 Nationals will be held at Juana’s Pagodas in Navarre Beach, Florida, the week following next year’s 28th Annual Juana Good Time Regatta, 2018.

Hope to see you then!!!

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(Above) 1st Place in H-16 division and over-all co-ed winners: Father/Daughter team Brian and Jessica Lambert (Above) The coveted Carlton Tucker Memorial Trophy: Jerome Vaughn, with Juana Rudzki

(Left) Winners of “oldest” and “Youngest” sailors award: Jim Gates and Camber Trinque

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Some of the WAVE TIMED RACES crew

Glen Bolner and Terry Turner: 2nd place Winners of Nacra 20 Division

Winners of the “Good Time Award” for having the outwardly best time over-all: Pete Stein and Chris Graham, alias Goose and Maverick

(Above) Cole Kariher: 2nd place in WAVE division

(Left) Brock, Connor, and Steve Rudzki - 1st place Cruiser Division

Mark Bachman, 2nd Place Hobie 16 Division

Hobie Wave 1st........John Knoll 2nd .....Cole Kariher 3rd.......Jason Knoll 4th.......Holly Trinque & Chaz and Camber Trinque

Hobie 16 1st ....... Brian Lambert & Jessica Lambert 2nd....... Mark Bachman & Mike Pedersen 3rd....... Ron Gaston & Sarah Gaston 4th....... Shane Gaston & Connor Gaston 5th....... Tony Wood & Debby Bauer Nacra 20 1st....... Tom Haddock & Lad Preston 2nd...... Glenn Bolner & Terry Turner For full results, visit: http://www.juanaspagodas.com www.multihullsmag.com | MULTIHULLS Magazine

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(Below) Chase Boat captain and crew Ron Wilson and Melissa with Committee chair (rt) Ashley Sukalski

X Fleet 1st...... Weta..............Carson Smith 2nd..... Nacra 500.....Stuart & Steve Thibodeaux 3rd..... Nacra 5.0.......Ernest Langford & Landon Caraway 4th..... G-Cat 16.......Tim Grover & April Smith 5th..... Weta..............Cliff Farrah & Cameron Farrah Y Fleet 1st.......Hobie 20.......Rundell Curtis & Kevin Smith 2nd......N 6.0.............Michael Clark & Monica Meyer 3rd......Nacra 5.2......Scott Laughlin & Craig McClaim 4th......S-9................John Kidder 5th......Nacra 6.0......Gray Overstreet & Terry Haven For full results, visit: http://www.juanaspagodas.com 60

Other Awards ACME Industrial Best Breasts Award: Dotie Marusak Oldest T: Jessica Lambert – 1990 regatta T Oldest Person: Jim Gates – 77 years Youngest Team: Camber Trinque – 3 years old Co-Ed: Brian and Jessica Lambert Towed Furthest: Mike Butler – 850 miles around Texas due to storm Love Boat: Bill Geyer on Corsair 24 Good Time Award: “Goose and Maverick” Pete Stein and Chris Graham Carlton Tucker Memorial: Jerome Vaughn

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Z Fleet 1st....... F18....................Doug Klem Tyler Holmes 2nd...... N-20 Carbon.....Tom Whitehurst & Mark Coach Smith 3rd...... N-20 Carbon.....Kirk Newkirk & Glenn Holmes 4th...... Viper F-16.........Michael McNeir & Krista Vind 5th...... F18....................Kenny Boudreaux & Alex Eller

Cruising 1st....... Cat’s Away.....Steve, Connor and Brock Rudzki, Doug Craig, Hector & Luke Agront 2nd...... Spider Crab...Karl and Dotie Marusak

Hobie Wave Timed Races Rank......Skipper...........Race 1........Race 2........Race 3........Total 1......Juana Rudki.........8:12:00........10:09:00......8:42:00........27:03:00 2......Matt Buys............9:08:00.......11:04:00......8:43:00........28:55:00 3......Ted Bachmann.....10:14:00......11:50:00......7:12:00........29:16:00 4......Diane....................9:45:00........11:10:00......8:37:00........29:32:00 5......Tom......................9:34:00.......12:18:00......7:51:00........29:43:00 6......Damon.................9:35:00........11:42:00......9:31:00........30:48:00 7......Jessica/John..........12:12:00......11:34:00......8:26:00.......32:12:00 8......Nancy...................9:53:00........11:57:00......10:58:00......32:48:00 9......Debbie..................10:48:00......13:33:00......8:56:00........33:17:00 10.....Jerry.....................9:55:00........15:25:00......8:12:00........33:32:00 11.....Alex.....................13:03:00......14:02:00......8:35:00........35:40:00 12.....Marie/Emily.........18:11:00......19:25:00......8:26:00.......46:02:00 13.....Jordan...................14:52:00......18:27:00......7:06:00.......40:25:00 14.....Kevin...................14:01:00......13:56:00......14:16:00......42:13:00 15.....Kelly....................20:28:00.....15:51:00......8:09:00.......44:28:00 MM

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Charter News

What is Operation Sail It Forward BVI? • A collaboration to help support medium/long-term recovery and restart the boating economy by chartering in the BVIs. • A connection with local efforts and volunteer on the ground.

• An effort to raise money prior to going directly to support local causes. To both do some good and to have a sailing vacation at the same time.

• Keeping a charter journal and sharing our adventures to show the delights that are still to be found in the BVIs, how one can help make a difference while there, that the fun and the culture of the islands still lives on, and that life-long memories and friendships are there to be built.

“The BVIs Are Part of Us”

by John and Autumn Vernon

Captain Johnny Rotten and Autumn

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y first sailing vacation to the BVIs was in 2001. I absolutely fell in love with the islands and I have returned for a bareboat charter every year since. I did miss one year but after suffering major withdrawal symptoms I made up by returning for two charters the following year! That’s just the start…from here it gets personal. In 2006 I met my wife Autumn while sailing in a regatta in the BVIs. A common fondness for sailing and the BVIs was a great foundation.

That’s also the year I picked up my Island name “Captain Johnny Rotten” thanks to my dear friend Greg, who has since passed away, but my memories of sharing a cabin with that crazy pirate will never fade.

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Autumn and I have returned to the BVIs together each year since we met. There was only one exception when Autumn couldn’t make a trip due to an overseas deployment with the US Air Force. The solution to that issue, like when I skipped a year, was to return for two charters with Autumn the following year.

Autumn was easily agreeable to the “let’s go sailing twice next year” suggestion, which made me think, perhaps I better get to signing this girl up for a longterm charter, if you know what I mean!

In 2010 Autumn and I tied the knot in Tortola, at Myetts’ Cane Garden Bay. We now have two children, Katie (4) and Kai (3) and both have been on a bareboat charter with us in the BVIs. Though now we are going through a “kid free” charter phase just until they are a little older and competent swimmers. The choice of Kai’s name was also an indication of our draw to the sea and the Islands, as the name Kai literally translates to ocean. Our bond with the BVIs goes from strength to strength.

There has always been a strong element of fun and adventure with every crew I put together, and also a strong romance theme. In addition to our story, Andreia, one of our crew in 2011/12 met a guy named Stefan while partying during New Year’s at Soggy Dollar and then later, at Foxy’s for their famous New www.multihullsmag.com | MULTIHULLS Magazine

Year’s party. In 2014, Stefan and Andreia were back in the BVIs, but this time to celebrate their wedding with a shore-based party and two catamarans for those who preferred their rum drinks on the water.

Last year while enjoying happy hour at Saba Rock, most of the crew and I didn’t notice that two of the party had quietly snuck away. Steve and Julie returned, with Julie walking ahead of Steve, wearing a huge grin and holding her hand forward displaying a glistening ring on her finger – yep, what a place to pop the question. It worked, she said yes! Some of my regular crewmembers have started to joke that perhaps we should rename boats I charter to “The Love Boat.”

Not sure that fits with my Island name though.

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Over the years I’ve lost count of how many people I’ve introduced to the BVIs. I think it’s about 50, and most have returned at least once and several are on their own 5th or 6th trips to the BVIs. These are just a few examples of how the BVIs have become part of our personal, family, friends and life fabric.

It extends further though, to the people and places along the way that we love and enjoy. There are too many to list, but a common theme of beautiful people and surroundings is laid back, friendly and welcoming.

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When Hurricane Irma was approaching the BVIs we watched with great concern. Hearing about and seeing some of the massive devastation was heartbreaking. We made some donations, but were desperately wanting and trying to think of how to help in a more meaningful/direct way. We knew that just trying to get there to assist with no real plan could be futile and potentially more of a hindrance than help.

Autumn and I talked a lot about this and decided to align behind a couple of themes: (A) Assist medium/long term recovery by supporting the tourism economy, by ourselves going and spending money in the BVIs. (B) To connect with local efforts and volunteer on the ground. (C) to raise some money prior to going to directly support local causes. To both do some good and to have vacation at the same time.

With the above goals in mind I called Lisa at The Catamaran Company to inquire about catamaran charter availability. I talked about wanting to get down there, our emotional connection to the Islands and our objectives. This is where Lisa expanded our thinking. We thought that by getting down there soon we could help and also inspire others within our network to get back to the BVIs themselves. The Catamaran Company has an array of new catamarans that were MULTIHULLS Magazine | September/October 2017

not in Tortola during Irma and they had my top choice available: the Lagoon 450!

Lisa took it to the next level and suggested we use our story more broadly as a way to super charge the objective by adding a fourth objective (D) to journal our charter so that we can share with others the delights that are still to be found, the additional adventure, how one can help make a difference while there, that the fun and the culture of the islands lives and that life long memories and friendships are there to be built.

Our plan is fluid, but built on the foundation of the love between our crew, our love of the BVI and the people, the natural beauty of the sea and the islands that are present to be enjoyed. Before we depart we are going to establish local connections with a couple of local community efforts and make specific decisions regarding volunteering as part of our float plan.

We will create and share a sail log and diary with photos and videos to assist the next “Operation Sail It Forward” groups and allow them to build upon our first entry.

We want to dive the Rhone, connect with others on charter and share their stories. Maybe even create a flotilla arrival for a reopening beach bar with a fun pop-up beach party!

There are so many opportunities and good ways this could go – I invite all of you join me. Submit your ideas, create your own “Operation Sail It Forward” groups and continue to support the islands we all love so much!

At Myetts’ Cane Garden Bay

For more information on how you can support the sailing economy while enjoying what the BVIs have to offer, click here, e-mail: charter@catamarans.com or call 1 (800) 262-0308.

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Charter Spotlight

by Bill Beasley

Bareboat Catamaran Sailing Charters Come to New York and Long Island Sound

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newly formed partnership between Lime Charters, a New Yorkbased charter company, and Aeroyacht, a veteran yacht dealer specializing in luxury sailing catamarans, will be offering both bareboat and captained yacht charters in waters from New York through Long Island Sound and Cape Cod starting

in spring of 2018. Business operations for this new company are centrally located in Port Jefferson on the northern shore of New York’s Long Island.

“New York and the Long Island Sound are an untapped charter market loaded with sailing destinations that showcase New England’s quaint charm,” observes

Bill Beasley, president of Lime Charters. “Whether sailing under the impressive Manhattan skyline, touring historic Mystic, relaxing on the beaches of Block Island and Martha’s Vineyard, or exploring the uniqueness of Newport and Provincetown, we offer the opportunity to see it all and see it at its best — by boat.” ​Nautitech Open 40

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​Nautitech Open 46

The Nautitech Open 40 catamaran by Bavaria Yachts, which serves as a prime example of the vessels found in the Lime fleet for 2018, has clean lines, a spacious layout, and high performance and is perfect for your next charter vacation.

By collaborating with Aeroyacht, Lime Charters will offer an impressive fleet of luxury catamarans that are both comfortable and fast.

Gregor Tarjan, founder and president of Aeroyacht, observes, “The popularity of catamarans has exploded in the last five years. They make great sense as a cruising platform as well as a vacation home away from home. Now, through our work with Lime Charters, sailors can get a taste of our beautiful waters on this exciting new breed of sailing yachts.”

About Lime Charters, Inc. Lime Charters is a newly-formed bareboat charter company based out of Port Jefferson, NY, that focuses on bringing luxury catamaran sailboat charter opportunities to Long Island Sound, Connecticut, Rhode Island and the Northeast coast. For the inaugural season in

2018, Lime’s fleet will launch with three catamarans, all made by Bavaria Yachts, including one brand new 46’ and two 40’ yachts. Lime offers week-long charters (or longer), either self-captained or staffed by a professional captain (or team).

Bill Beasley founded Lime Charters to exploit the tremendous charter opportunities of the Long Island Sound and nearby waters. A lifelong sailor with a background in mechanical engineering, Beasley blends his knowledge of local destinations with a keen understanding of yachts and a dedication to customer satisfaction, all to ensure that every charter experience will be worthy of remembering.

For more information about Lime Charters, call: 631-743-5600, e-mail: sail@limecharters.com, or visit www.limecharters.com

Aeroyacht’s extensive services to clients include assistance in arranging financing, charters, project management and purchase consultations.

Gregor Tarjan is Aeroyacht’s president and founder. He is coauthor of the Sailors Multihull Guide and author of numerous articles for MULTIHULLS, Sail and Cruising World magazines.

His two new books: Catamarans, The Complete Guide for Cruising Sailors and Catamarans, Tomorrow’s Superyachts have already become industry references.

For more information, call: 631246-6448, e-mail: gt@aeroyacht. com, or visit www.aeroyacht.com.

About Aeroyacht Ltd. Aeroyacht Ltd. is multihull specialists and an international catamaran dealership located on Long Island, NY. They act as official factorydealersforNautitech,Outremer and Sunreef Yachts from 40’-145’.

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Charter Spotlight

Elcie Retraces Famous Schooner Yankee Circumnavigation Route Departing in November, 2017, Elcie, a 62’ bluewater catamaran based in the Chesapeake Bay, will closely follow the routes of Irving and Exy Johnson’s two Yankee schooners that completed seven voyages around the world from 1933 to 1958. Sailing with amateur crew, each Yankee voyage started and ended in Gloucester, MA. That 18 months later Yankee would always return on schedule, nearly to the minute, was a matter of pride to Irving Johnson.

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Applications are being accepted now for expensesharing expedition members who want to join one or more legs of a similarly ambitious circumnavigation with Elcie Expeditions.

The “SAIL to SEE Expedition 2017-19” on board Elcie will be led by Richard and Jessica Rice Johnson.

Richard is not related to Irving and Exy, but Irving was in fact responsible for the younger, seafaring couple meeting almost 30 years ago.

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Richard was between boats, looking for something interesting to do with sailing. In a phone conversation, Irving suggested Richard sign on as a mate with the Sea Education Association (SEA) in Wood’s Hole.

At the time, Jessica was sailing as steward on Westward, a sister ship to the second Yankee, a schooner operated by SEA. Sharing a love of large boats and infected by wanderlust, they both envisioned a life afloat. It was the start of a long sailing career together.

With more than 50,000 nm under her keels, Elcie, custom-built of aluminum in New Zealand in 2009, is a proven sailor – as is her full-time crew. Included in that crew are the Johnson’s two teenage daughters, Emma and Molly, who stand regular watches and perform ship’s duties.

This will be Elcie’s third trip to the Pacific, and Richard and Jessica Johnson’s second circumnavigation. (Their first was via the Red Sea on their Bowman 57). With a background in sail training education, the Johnsons have always enjoyed introducing additional crew to offshore sailing and the cruising lifestyle.

Those joining as expedition crew are encouraged to take part in Elcie’s operation, including standing watches, making sail changes, and even joining in the galley fun from time to time. While prior sailing experience is a benefit, enthusiasm and willingness to learn are probably the most important qualities of a good crew and shipmate. Having a sense of adventure is also helpful, as parts of Elcie’s ambitious route will be far from the typical coconut run.

Elcie will call at many of the same islands and countries visited by the Johnsons on their two Yankees, including mysterious Easter Island, remote Pitcairn, Tin Can Island, and Southeast Asia.

The entire voyage will consist of 27 coastal and offshore legs that range from six, to 31 days. The shortest leg is the Panama Canal Transit. The longest is a passage across the South Atlantic. Following the Yankee routes, this circumnavigation will round the Cape of Good Hope in Africa.

The “SAIL to SEE Expedition” also has a mission: connecting with students and classrooms through a website developed by the Elcie crew at www.sailtosee. org. A bi-weekly logbook entry on the website will allow students to follow along as the crew reports on the passages, ports of call, and environmental issues affecting the places they stop. The crew of Elcie will report via photography and video on their blogs how these locations have changed in the eighty years since the Yankee schooners visited them. Tracking www.multihullsmag.com | MULTIHULLS Magazine

Elcie’s faithful crew: Jessica, Richard, Molly and Emma

the changes will be effective because the Yankee voyages were so well documented. Much material is available in the Johnsons’ books, their National Geographic articles, and at Mystic Seaport’s Collections Research Center.

If you are interested in joining the expedition as expense-sharing crew, learning more about SAIL to SEE or just vicariously following along on the voyage, more information and the itinerary can be found at www.elcieexpeditions.com Richard or Jessica can be contacted at 410-226-6036. https://www.elcieexpeditions.com/2017-19itinerary

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This cruising catamaran has been updated and ready to take her new owners to the Bahamas and beyond in comfort and safety. She is self-sufficient, with solar and wind generators, and new watermaker for days on the hook. Her inverter provides comfortable travels even when not connected to shore power, and her new electronics (including an AIS transceiver and Sirius XM marine weather antenna) and instrumentation at the helm make navigating a breeze. All lines lead to the cockpit for easy single-handing or small crews, and her Rocna 25 kg anchor and 250’ of G4 high-test chain offer safety when anchoring. When shore power is available, her Splendide washer/dryer, 32” Samsung smart TV and two new CruiseAir reverse cycle units provide plenty of comfortable living. And, her WiFi extender antenna and wireless router make remote WiFi signals accessible. Custom cushions in the cockpit and salon coupled with new mattresses in the cabins add to the comfort of this “big little cat”.

She has just completed an 8-month cruise from North Carolina to the Abacos, and is immediately ready for her next adventure. Asking $149,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2002 Crowther 47, Frances Mae. After five years of cruising this beautiful owner’s-version blue water cruising boat, business activities resulted in her not getting used as often as she deserves, so she is now available for purchase or partnership.

Please don’t confuse this serious blue water sailing vessel with a charter cat or a coastal cruiser.

She is massively overbuilt for safety. The boat was built at Alwoplast (alwoplast.com) in Chile to meet demanding Southern Atlantic conditions, the Frances Mae is a true blue water cruising, go anywhere vessel that is incredibly comfortable for a couple and guests or for a small family. She is 47’ long at waterline with a length of 56’ with the bowsprit extended. Everything is overbuilt for safe offshore use employing thick vinyl foam and epoxy and kevlar. Designed by Crowther and built upon an adaptation of his legendary Catana 47’ hull with a custom designed bridge deck, the Frances Mae was built for comfortable safe cruising. She has a raised center 180 degree enclosed helm, 30” bridge deck clearance and twin daggerboards for comfortably fast cruising under sail or under power.

She cruises at 2400 rpm at 8.5 kts on one engine sipping just 3 gallons per hour. She has ample power with both engines on for security when required. She is fully independent at anchor with solar, wind, and Fischer Panda 8kw genset, as well as a Spectra watermaker. Enjoy the comfortable saloon, a massive 12’6” x 17” interior cabin area combining seating, helm and kitchen. This daily living space is perfect for congregating and family activities. The three cabins offer sleeping for six in three queen beds. This is a greatly loved and head-turning vessel wherever she goes. She has been nearly completely refit during last ownership and was Alwgrip painted in 2017. Too many upgrades and improvements to mention. She is available for immediate sale to an experienced owner. Asking $332,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

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1984 Crowther 44, Too Grand. This beautiful catamaran for sale is a GREAT liveaboard with plenty of head room (6’5”). Sails flat even in 8’ seas! Draws less than 3’. This boat has a mast height, which is low enough to travel down the ICW (under the 65’ bridges). Stainless custom boarding ladder for ease of water access. Designed by famed Australian multihull designer Lock Crowther and built by Melrose Marine, this boat has a decent saloon on the bridgedeck as you walk in, with the owners cabin on the port side and the quest cabin on the starboard side, forward of the galley.

Asking $85,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2002 Dean 440 Custom, Dean’s Cat. This boat has been meticulously maintained and modified to ensure it can deliver 200 miles a day under sail or power. Long range fuel tanks, upgraded engines and modified rigging underpin its passaging capabilities. She has four cabins, two doubles each with en suite forward and a double plus single berth starboard aft hull and a double cabin in the port hull. Guest heads with shower cabinet are located in the port hull aft of the desk space. The galley is located in the starboard hull with three-burner gas stove with oven, microwave, two fridges and a freezer, two sinks with fresh and salt water taps, and storage designed for long passages.

Asking $299,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2009 Fountaine Pajot Salina 48, Bella Vita I. Since her launch in 2009, Bella Vita I has been a dream come true to her owners. She was never a bare-boat charter. Bella Vita I has the ideal layout, with the 4 double cabins with en-suite (head and shower).

Bridge, salon, galley and deck are all on the same level and open onto the huge cockpit, sun lounge, outdoor dining area and stairs to the helm. Having been bought primarily as an ocean going vessel capable of remaining for long periods of time away from land and in all sort of conditions, Bella Vita I was chosen and equipped accordingly. Her hulls are streamlined enough to provide speed and a comfortable motion through the water (minimizing pitching or see-sawing movements), yet are designed to reduce wind funneling beneath. High bridge-deck also means less ‘slapping’, which is often a problem with catamarans. Equipment-wise, this Salina 48 provides everything you could wish for, including 180L/H water maker, scuba equipment, 220V generator, additional freezer and storage space (where single berth midships are normally situated). In perfect condition and ready to keep going on her voyage around the world, Bella Vita I is your chance to walk into your dream and sail away! Asking $445,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

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2006 Fountaine Pajot Eleuthera 60, Highcube.

This cat has a 4 cabin, 4 head owner’s layout.

The Eleuthera’s impressive size with its striking appearance shaped by Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design: oval hull ports, round skylights, with a large cockpit with teak sole, and a banquet-sized dinner table is distinctive and impressive. The Eleuthera is comfortable & easy to move around on, with wide decks provide a solid platform on which to work. Her large, comfortable cockpit accommodate different groups of people who do different things at the same time, allowing those who are sailing not interfere with lunch and vice versa. Operating the Eleuthera from the helm station to starboard of the saloon’s aft bulkhead is a treat because of its 360-degree visibility and the lack of clutter.

The big cat answers to her rudders willingly, a trait that’s promoted by the hulls’ rockered shape and short keels. The raked windshield offered protection from wind and spray yet doesn’t hinder communication with the foredeck. The speedometer easily reaches double digits, but she is dry with more than six feet of freeboard and her size softens the ride. 2 -two-speed electric Harken winches on the cabin top make sailing a breeze.

Inside the saloon, the forward-facing nav station to port can is equipped with a remote for the autopilot.

The saloon is quiet, and the objects on the table stay put. Eleuthera’s inside/outside living arrangements incorporates the saloon with the cockpit.

Asking $770,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2005 Gemini 105Mc, Southern Cross. This is a well-equipped Gemini, waiting to go cruising! The accommodations are spacious, light, and airy so that the term “down below” just doesn’t apply.

Gemini 105Mc’s expansive interior complete with comfortable dinette seating for six, sleeping room for up to eight, a double-sided work surface in the galley with a front-loading 4 cubic foot refrigerator, a beautiful master cabin with an incredible view, roomy head with separate shower, and much more.

Asking $99,999. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2006 Gemini 105Mc, Andiamo Nudo. When the current owner bought Andiamo Nudo new in 2006 almost every option available was purchased. Many after market options were added. The boat was outfitted for island travel, and in 2008 the owner took his family down the intracoastal and to the Bahamas and spent 8 weeks cruising the Abacos.

Andiamo Nudo will accommodate up to 8 people for sleeping while there are three separate staterooms with one head. The interior has 6’3” headroom.

The cabin sole molding includes engineered teak and holly inserts. Main salon: dinette/salon area, dinette seat with storage under. Tri-fold teak saloon table, 2 Bomar hatches with screens, overhead of dinette, 2 – 12 VDC fans, 120 VAC outlet. Main cabin door is large with opening window, opening windows at rear of main cabin allow ventilation between cabin and cockpit under pilothouse.

Forward: Master cabin with Queen berth is located centerline forward with full hanging locker, two storage lockers, three small storage compartments and vanity with four bins. Bomar hatch with screen overhead. Convenient shelf on port side of berth.

Great view forward through large Lexan window.

Starboard aft: double berth in aft cabin. Hanging locker, utility locker, and drawer. Port forward head: head – fully molded with storage, wash basin, shower on vertical rail with bulkhead mounted controls with adjustable shower head, Towel locker, molded toilet roll holder and mirror in head. Raritan marine head with 18-gallon holding tank with “Y” valve and deck pump out and gravity drain. Also include a fresh water flush so the head doesn’t stink. Bomar hatch with screen overhead. Plenty of medicine cabinet storage. Port: Navigation area with storage, battery compartment and chart table outboard and shelf inboard. Port aft: Double berth in aft cabin Hanging locker, utility locker and drawer.

Asking $119,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2006 Gemini 105Mc, Vega. Beautiful catamaran for sale with new Westerbeke diesel, just returned from the Bahamas and ready for more! Vega has everything on the long-term cruiser checklist: solar, windgen, new batteries, radar, chart plotter, SSB, etc. This well equipped Gemini 105 MC is a fast, shallow draft catamaran cruiser capable of taking you to paradise. With her ability to sail very close to the wind and motor at 7 plus knots, all while sailing in comfort and ease. Vega will accommodate up to 8 people for sleeping while there are three separate staterooms with one head. The interior has 6’3” headroom. The cabin sole molding includes engineered teak and holly inserts. Asking $111,900. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

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2008 Gemini 105Mc, Babu. First owner, wellequipped Gemini 105Mc with screacher on bow track, dockside A/C. Lightly used and well-maintained, just renewed bottom paint, dinghy in bag only used once! Sleeps 6-8. Saloon table converts to double bed. Starboard hull has master stateroom, king size bed has memory foam mattress, TV, cupboards, hanging lockers and shelves. Aft cabin has double bed and lockers. Folding privacy door. Opening ports for cross ventilation. Port hull has Raritan head, hot shower with sump and basin forward. Workbench and storage lockers in walk thru with double bed in aft cabin, 2 lockers, 2 opening ports. Saloon has small seat to port of sliding door. Cockpit has seating all around and stow away helm seat. Headroom: 6’-6’3”. Asking $122,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2013 Gemini Legacy 35, Guero. The master cabin of the Gemini Legacy 35 is one of the best owners cabins in the sailing industry. A full-queen sized bed with a spectacular view through panoramic windows. The queen-sized bed has been turned athwartship so that access on and off the bed is now at the end as opposed to the side as the previous model Geminis. This means no more climbing over the person sleeping on the outboard side of the bed. Beautifully crafted cabinetry with dressing table and sitting area plus three opening hatches for ample ventilation make this cabin a home away from home. The “owners hull” configuration with the head in the back of the same hull as the master means accessibility, privacy and convenience.

The two crew cabins on the standard layout of the new Gemini Legacy 35 are roomy and spacious with beautiful cabinetry for storage and over 6’ of headroom. With a full standing shower and plenty of cabinet storage the head of the Gemini Legacy 35 is functional, easy to maintain and beautifully appointed. Asking $185,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

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2016 Gemini Legacy 35, The Full Monte. Fully equipped with all the creature comforts, this Gem is ready for long weekend cruises, extended travel plans or your permanent floating home. Custom options include a drop down box from the ceiling of the cockpit to store your favorite brand HDTV, upgrade to ultra-leather cushions to ensure a comfy seat while enjoying a meal or getting caught up on the daily news, hatch blinds keep the cabin cool on sunny days and the convenience of a microwave oven means you will not be wasting precious time cooking when you would rather be sailing! The Electric Anchor Windlass on this 2016 Gemini Legacy 35 makes anchoring a breeze! And do not worry about your refrigeration while you’ve gone exploring as the solar panels will bring in any extra energy you need to supplement the Group 31 batteries. A larger holding tank for fresh water or longer distance travel and a full suite of Raymarine instrumentation rounds out the package. This Gem is ready to go … a true Gem for all reasons … Day Trip, Weekend Cruiser, Long Term Travel or Live-Aboard … she does it all!

Asking $263,380. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

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2015 Gunboat 55, Toccata. Perhaps Gunboat’s finest project to date, which is saying a lot for a brand renown as the world’s finest in luxury-performance catamarans! This shimmering gold metallic Gunboat 55 was launched in February 2015 in time for the Miami Boat Show and the owner’s busy 2015 Caribbean cruising and racing schedule. She won hearts at the Heineken Regatta, won friends at the Volies de St Barths, then won silver at Antigua Sailing Week. In between regattas, she was cruised non-stop in complete luxury by her owner couple. Steering, navigation and all sail handling controls are in the salon for ultimate comfort. You can hang up your boots and musty foulies for good!

Standing watch is a pleasure. The layout makes shorthanded passages easier, more comfortable and safer. With the galley up, you can cook and stand watch! Her exterior lines strongly hint at her performance pedigree. A day or two offshore will convert you for life to her performance abilities. One recent crewmember on an offshore passage likened her manners offshore to a magic carpet ride, “we effortlessly sailed at 14-21 knots my whole watch.

It was such a joy, I hand-steered the entire time.

The ride is so smooth and gentle; you have no idea how quickly she moves. We rattled off a 300 mile day with ease.” Her interior is beautifully finished

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in teak with two luxurious master staterooms, ideal for two couples. A third cabin doubles as a workshop and a 3rd queen berth. A fourth area is a large pantry, complete with long term fridge and freezer capacity, and a washer/dryer. This is a rare opportunity to be able to get a new condition Gunboat without the typical two-year wait. A new Gunboat 55 priced to this specification is over $3 million. Asking $1,863,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2000 Hunter 310 (monohull), Nauti Buoy. This Hunter 310 has always been well maintained, in the last 3 years the owners has added wheel autopilot, electric head, new water heater, new water pump on engine, high current rating alternator, LED bulbs throughout. Sails are in very good shape. Set up to use a laptop to navigate and display GPS etc. depth, log and autopilot have displays. Canvas has been repaired and maintained but is the original.

Batteries, propane tank and many other replacements have been done. Accommodations include a queen sized bed in aft cabin with large clothes storage cabinet and solid door, double bed in Vberth with clothes storage and solid door, dining table to starboard that will seat 6 and settee on port that is 6’ long, privacy accordion shades at window, electric head, new water heater and LED bulbs throughout. Asking $36,500. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2009 Hunter 36 (monohull), Hunter. This Hunter sailboat has the following options installed and is ready for long-term cruising and live-aboard: Selden in-mast furling system, main sheet traveler on arc, vertical battens, air conditioner system, electric anchor windlass, high water bilge alarm, inverter, Ray Marine 6000 ST70 with 3 display remote, Ray Marine autopilot, C80 display, lpg stove with oven gimbal ($986), refrigerator, stereo system, bottom paint, bimini to, 3-bladed propeller, vhf remote microphone at helm, 36” folded leather wheel, battery up-grade, solar panel (4 amp), wind generator. Asking $99,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

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2003 Intrepid 377 (monohull), Jus Reelaxin. Boat comes with hard top, outriggers, Garmin GPS, depth sounder, Radar, auto pilot, VHF, Stereo, generator, AC, galley, marine head with shower, bow thruster, windlass, seating forward of the console, fish boxes, live well, salt and fresh water wash down, and much more!! This is the ultimate fishing/entertaining machine!! Ready to water test! Asking $159,900. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2005 Jaguar 36, Karisma. A well cared for vessel, with many recent upgrades: new main sail and pack, new generator, new chart plotter, new Satellite TV and standard TV antenna, two new TV’s in starboard cabins, two new stainless steel fridges, new freezer, new Weber BBQ, incorporate Stainless Steel fishing table, new stainless steel anchor and chain, all new outside cushions, new canvas for hatches, ports and helm, new a/c unit, water maker recently serviced, new sea cocks and valves, new bottom paint and ready to go cruising. Seller is open to trade for a powerboat. Bluewater cruising catamaran designed

by Schionning, built in South Africa. Set up for short-handed sailing with excellent visibility and great off shore performance. Wide flat decks, dual helm seat, wide transom for easy boarding, folding patio doors between the cockpit and saloon.

A beautiful main saloon with a large dinette with seating for eight to port and galley to starboard.

Spacious accommodations with four queen sized cabins and two heads midships. A well cared for vessel, with many recent upgrades: new main sail and pack, new generator, new chart plotter, new Satellite TV and standard TV antenna, two new TV’s in starboard cabins, two new stainless steel fridges, new freezer, new Weber BBQ, incorporate Stainless Steel fishing table, new stainless steel anchor and chain, all new outside cushions, new canvas for hatches, ports and helm, new a/c unit, water maker recently serviced, new sea cocks and valves, new bottom paint and ready to go cruising.

Asking $177,500. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

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1995 Kurt Hughes 45, Capricorn Cat. This is a FAST, high performance cruising catamaran. Her daggerboards make for great up-wind work, and excellent maneuverability. Capricorn Cat is easily sailed and cruised by a couple, and cruising up to eight is a snap. She is a sleek, sexy machine that has been well maintained and continually upgraded.

She is ready to go NOW; you don’t even have to change the oil! You could even do the HA-HA! Mexico is calling you! There are four cabins and two heads. Two forward berths are Queens; width x 8’L. Two rear berths are standard double width x 7’L. There is one head in each hull. Port side has a workbench with lots of tools and storage. Starboard side has storage and space for a washer/dryer unit. The wonderful big galley-up layout keeps the cook where the views are great, right in the middle of all the activities and conversations. LOTS of counter-top area and cabinet space, a big freezer and huge refrigerator (both with new compressors), counter-top-microwave, 3 burner/w oven propane stove, and double S/S. sink with two filters that make for safe and sweet drinking water. The table seats 7-9 guests. Asking $301,500. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2002 Owner’s Version Lagoon 380, Asgard.

The owner has recently spent a lot of money in upgrades and servicing to this Lagoon 380 including a new hard top, custom countertops, electric stove, 16K BTU air conditioning and 110V electrical system. Already equipped with a bow sprit, solar, dingy davits, etc... this boat is ready to sail away!

Asking $249,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

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2002 Lagoon 380, I Dream of Jeanne. I Dream of Jeanne is a 3 cabin/2 head Lagoon 38 owner’s version catamaran. She has a large aft cockpit that is perfect for alfresco dinning for 8 people. Her large pass through window from the galley to the dining table makes serving your guests a breeze and keeps the cook in the galley a part of the party! Slide the large glass door and you are in the main salon forward and to port is a curved settee and a bench settee, which surround a large oval dining table with room for 8 guests. There is storage beneath the settees .The galley is located starboard and aft in the main salon and is fully equipped with twin stainless steel and many upgrades such as custom cabinets and an air cooled and water cooled fridge/freezer along with an extra freezer. Helping to complete the wellappointed galley is a stove and oven, front-loading fridge, and plenty of worktop space due to a custom folding counter. The navigation station is located port and aft in the main salon and faces outboard. There is an upholstered stool to sit at the chart table, which has a flip top for storage beneath. Above the chart table is the navigation equipment and a storage shelf. The whole of the interior is light and airy with plenty of standing headroom and space in all areas due to her large vertical windows, which let in the light while not letting in the heat; keeping the main salon cooler. The owner’s cabin is in the starboard hull with an en-suite full bath forward that includes a separate stand up shower, a large queen berth aft and a desk space in between. Storage is excellent with plenty of hanging lockers and shelf space. Starting forward in the port hull is a double cabin. The berth is located forward and has storage shelves beneath.

Aft of the berth and outboard is a teak seat with storage beneath and opposite the seat and inboard is a large hanging locker. The port hull head unit is amidships and outboard. The shower, sink and vanity unit are situated forward and the head aft. The aft cabin has a double berth located aft with shelving above the berth and outboard as well as storage beneath. Asking $239,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2006 Lagoon 380 S2, Stole Her. Outstanding among used catamarans for sale, Stole Her is outfitted by experienced sailors for energy efficient, safe and comfortable cruising, whether your adventure leads you down the ICW, to the turquoise waters of the Bahamas or beyond, this boat is a unique opportunity. Air conditioning, solar panels, water

maker, LED lighting, AIS, Sunrise trampoline, hot water shower and additional stainless steel grab rails on the transom, Rocna anchor with chain, new WACO fridge/freezer, Mack Stack Pack, additional galley storage. . . you are ready to go! SSB Radio & WiFi range extender, keep you in touch with family when cell phone towers cannot. Stole Her is an owner’s version with 3 staterooms. She sleeps eight and all hatches are outfitted with blinds and screens. The main salon features 360-degree windows that are curtained for privacy. The nav station has a stylish stainless backrest on seat and the dining table converts to a double berth. The master suite has a queen-sized berth, which fits standard sheets. The Hypervent underlayment prevents condensation. There is book storage over escape hatch and a desk (or vanity), in the companionway with a full-length mirror. There is a manual head and luxurious shower with fixed door and towel racks.

The aft pot hull houses a queen-sized berth with head and shower, solar vent, stainless towel racks, pantry storage and liquor cabinet in companionway.

Forward is a “radio shack” with desk and SSB, swivel stool, chart book storage, extra shelving Bright LED lighting strip over desk and double berth.

Asking $200,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2018 Lagoon 42, Knotty Dreamer. Move Over 421, there’s a new L42 coming to town! The Lagoon 42 fits between the Lagoon 400 and the Lagoon 450 F & S, replacing the Lagoon 421. This new member of the Lagoon range has style and a strong personality. While maintaining a family resemblance and retaining the main features of the latest generation of Lagoons (vertical bows, suspended coachroof, optimized rig, etc.), it illustrates our quest for harmony between the living space and sailing. Lagoon puts their new generation spin on their popular and social Lagoon 421 with the introduction of the Lagoon 42. Moving the mast further aft with a large fore-triangle reminiscent of the L39 and L52, this cat features effortless cruising and comfort under sail. Adding some sexy curves, both inside and out, will give this cat a strong presence on the water.

This owner’s version has three cabins and three heads. Asking $630,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2005 Lagoon 440, Black Pearl. This catamaran is a well-proven blue water cruiser. She has traveled the Eastern seaboard of the United States, Bahamas, Caribbean and one year in the Mediterranean.

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Black Pearl’s first two owners used her privately.

She’s been in charter with Captain and crew for the last four years. The current owner has her professionally maintained and operated by the captain.

Featuring high quality equipment, including many extras like; large custom hardtop Bimini, A/C, generator, solar, wind gen, controls at nav, full suite of electronics, misc toys and spare parts. Down below, you will find the entire starboard hull dedicated to the master suite. This includes a queen sized bedroom, sofa, desk, hanging locker, bathroom with separate shower, as well as numerous shelves, bookcase and lockers for storage. A DVD player has been added to the 20” flat TV experience at the foot of the bed. The entire space is individually air-conditioned and has two fans over bed and one fan at desk. Port hull contains two cabins each with own head, flat screen TV and two fans over each bed. Black Pearl is currently moored in Red Hook Harbor in St. Thomas and ready for her next adventure. Asking $375,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2008 Lagoon 440, Allegro. Allegro is currently under sail in the Caribbean where the owners are enjoying a year at sea with their children. This is a cruising-ready, family-friendly yacht. The boat underwent a significant 2015/16 refit in preparation for extended cruising, including 4 new (2016) Delta Deka marine house batteries and 2 new starting batteries. She has an impressive array of electronics. Comfort upgrades include new bedding, bimini and dodger, LED lighting and main cabin A/C. Ideal for family or guests, she has a spacious open galley (up) and 4 generous-sized cabins plus 2 crew berths forward. She has three heads and one “laundry room” with washer/dryer and sink. Allegro also features new (2015) AIS, autopilot, water maker, generator and a 12’ AB dinghy with 15HP outboard. Allegro can be seen now in the Bahamas (with ample notice) and will be available for viewing in Ft. Lauderdale by July.

Asking $343,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2012 Lagoon 450, Oceanview. This Lagoon 450 is very clean, exercised regularly, and consistently serviced. The current owner’s mantra of replacing parts before repairing them ensures you as the next owner receive a sail-away catamaran that will continue to serve you. The Lagoon 450 is one of the most sought after models with 360 Visibility, all lines running to the fly bridge for short handed sailing, and plenty of space to entertain family or friends as well as a spacious platform for a live-

aboard cruiser. She is conveniently located in the British Virgin Islands, and already situated in a perfect launch location for your next adventure!

The owner recently purchased another Lagoon Catamaran and thus OCEANVIEW needs to sell!

Asking $499,995. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2009 Lagoon 500, Leonie. This rare, never chartered 3-cabin owner’s version is VAT paid. Leonie features a brand new hard top bimini, gennaker, code 0, 75HP Yanmar diesels, 11 kw generator, water-maker, diesel heater, electric fresh/sea water heads, solar, washer/dryer, electrical oven and cook-top, radar, etc. Always kept in Northern climates – No hot sun damage! 3 cabins-3 heads owner’s version with dedicated master hull to starboard. Curtains on salon door and aft window (Sahara Sesame). Special microfiber Alcantara upholstery for salon and settees. The U-shaped split-level galley features white fleck resin counter tops, stainless steel double sinks and ample storage space. Asking $535,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2011 Lagoon 500, Whispers. Owner Version – 4 Cabins with Comfort Pack and multiple options. She is very well kept and maintained, and practically new. She is the first edition of the new 2011 series with Beachwood finish, led lights throughout and many more improvements on the previous models.

She must be the finest secondhand Lagoon 500 available with a pedigree young history. She is ready to sail away. Asking $599,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2001 Lagoon 570, No Name. This upscale luxurious Lagoon 570 was built in Bordeaux France in 2001. She is the 6th of 39 Lagoon 570s built. Her designer is the renowned design team of French multi-hull designers VPLP. This vessel is being offered as “Boat and Business” with active 2017 bookings in the USVI/BVI to carry forward. A soft-top frame with a full-width bimini, offering excellent and complete sun protection, covers the extremely large cockpit. Unlike all other Lagoon 570s, the bimini was recently modified and is eight inches higher.

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There are two helm stations with pedestal, steering wheel, engine instruments and gauges. There are also Micro-Commander electronic engine controls at each helm station. This a major upgrade to the standard Lagoon 570m, which only has an engine control on the starboard helm station. Additionally there is a third mobile Micro Commander unit, which allows a skipper to maneuver the yacht from any part of the deck or saloon. She has 5 cabins and 5 heads. The captain/crew cabin is accessed from a hatch outboard of the starboard cockpit settee.

This cabin has a double berth and a small head.

Asking $559,500. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

1999 Leopard 3800, Rover. She has been a well cared for 3-cabin, 2-head catamaran. Recent refits include new custom hardtop, new house battery bank, new fuel tank, new bronze through-hulls, new stack pack, lazy jack lines and UV strip. 2016 bottom paint peel and new application of barrier coat with two coats of fresh bottom paint. Rover is clean and ready to cruise. Asking $194,500. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

1999 Leopard 38, Cloud 9. This is an owners’ version catamaran with galley-up layout and comes with numerous features and upgrades. The interior salon was newly reupholstered in 2016, adding to its very modern, spacious, bright and comfortable feel. She has a huge cockpit with cocktail/dining table and a new full cockpit enclosure with zip and roll-up panels adding extra comfort for all types of weather. Both 40-horsepower Yanmar diesel engines were installed new in 2015, and have only 690 hours. It’s also important to mention that this vessel has shaft drives. In 2015, Cloud 9 was equipped with a new air conditioning system, a generator, an inverter, all Raymarine electronics, and much more. In 2017, a new more efficient Frigoboat refrigerator/freezer system was installed.

It is a must-see vessel. The main salon is entered through double doors from the large cockpit, which can both be fastened open to add to the open concept feel. The salon has 7-foot high ceilings with a full expanse of windows as well as overhead hatches with shades. The open-concept design has a large circular seating area, with all new upholstery, large teak table, and complete U-shaped galley to Port. It is equipment with an LED flat screen TV, as well as fans, opening ports and hatches to

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enhance the air flow throughout the area. There are convenient steps on either side of the salon area leading to each hull, which also have full standing room. The Port hull accommodates two large queen-sized berths, each with its own hanging locker, fan and numerous ports and ceiling hatches for extremely good ventilation. The two berths are separated by an electric head, sink, and shower, which also serves as a day head. The owners’ suite occupies the Starboard hull with a queen berth forward, a huge private shower room aft, as well as a vanity/office desk area midship. Cloud 9 is designed for minimal maintenance with her teak and holly flooring throughout and removable overhead panels for easy cleaning and/or access.

Asking $194,900. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2007 Leopard 46, Firefly. Firefly is the ultimate sailing catamaran designed by Robertson & Caine and combines ease of handling with safety and luxury. Like all Leopard 46 catamarans, the layout and accommodations are highly sought after. Firefly has four private double cabins with walk-around queen beds and bath facilities in each. All are dry heads with automatic shower drain pumps; all showers are separate and enclosed. All four cabins have ample storage and closets. There are also two single-berths, one with head. All cabins have AC, ventilation fans and dual reading lights.

The salon is roomy and has stereo & TV for your entertainment. The traditional salon table has been updated with a custom coffee table/dining table/ storage unit that allows for easier access to all seating. All sheets and linens (4 sets per cabin), body pillows and covers for all cabins, water-proof mattress pads, custom embroidered blankets for each cabin. Custom elasticized table cloths and table linens, including napkins and place mats.

Table decorations, multiple sets. Multiple sets of napkin rings. Custom decorative pillows for salon and cockpit. Four electric hair dryers. She has a Spectra Newport water maker to furnish 700 gallons of fresh water per day and zoned air conditioning throughout. The galley has 2 refrigerator/freezers, 2 icemakers and sufficient equipment to please any chief. Asking $395,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2005 Manta 42 Mk II, Synchronicity. Rare opportunity! Low hours on the diesel engines and this boat is loaded with all the options. Fully commissioned, and available immediately! Over $45,000 spent on new electronics and upgrades. Lots of spare parts, additional inventory and safety equipment.

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Interior finish is a blend of maple and teak wood veneer, vinyl headliners, fabric hull-liners, accented with Swanstone Almond Galaxy composite countertops, Baltic Blue Ultraleather fabric, wood moldings, louvered wood doors and high durability synthetic teak and holly soles. Skyshade blinds for all opening ports and stateroom hatches. L-shaped settee covered with Baltic Blue Ultraleather. Large Custom adjustable dining table – Arrigoni folding teak and veneer. Two hassocks with additional storage maple and teak veneer and Baltic Blue Ultraleather seat tops. Extensive galley storage incl. large pantry in port hull. Navigational area with chart storage and locker with adjustable shelves. Full-size hanging/wet locker with storage shelf and floor drains. Custom companionway entrance step with inside storage. Owners stateroom has a queen-size fore-aft berth with custom Tempurepedic-topped foam mattress. Head with huge separate stall shower, Swanstone Almond Galaxy sink, Quiet Flush fresh water electric head, huge vanity cabinet behind full-mirrored doors, stainless rods between bulkheads for multiple towels and solid handholds. Starboard hull features queen-size berth aft and double-size berth forward.

Asking $329,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

1986 Prout 33, Quiet Times. This homey, comfortable and well-equipped catamaran features an additional double berth in the main cabin, head with marine toilet and holding tank, shower and washbasin, large cabin area with adjustable table, chart table, pressure water system, 6 gal hot water tank – (120v/engine heated), and a bimini with curtains/screens. The galley is equipped with a 2-burner Oreigo alcohol stove, sink, ice box and plenty of storage. Asking $37,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

1996 Prout 45 Owner’s Edition, Felix. Don’t let Felix’s age fool you. As a live-aboard boat, she has been constantly maintained and upgraded by

her meticulous owners. The AeroRig is a DELIGHT to sail. Felix is an owner’s edition design, built to the highest Lloyds of London standards, with an amazing AeroRig mast. Huge salon, more like a small condo than a boat. Gourmet galley, spacious main head with shower for two. 2 state rooms with a sleeping loft. Airy, light, and picturesque views from main salon. 10 opening hatches and 10 opening ports. The helms person has remarkable 360 degrees views while sailing, and is always sheltered in the fully enclosed cockpit. The captain is in the same area as guests and crew; not in some exposed and remote location. ONLY ONE CONTROLLING LINE. Tacking and gybing is fun and easy due to the balanced self-tacking rig. The jib has a traveler forward of the mast and requires no adjustments once set. The unstayed mast permits the carbon fiber rig to flex in heavy winds, thus permitting delayed reefing. No strained shrouds & stays to worry about. Coming about is simply a matter of turning the helm. The main sail can be easily trimmed with the self-tailing 2-speed winch in the cockpit. The 2014 main sail can be raised or lowered at almost any wind angle, simply by slacking the sheet and letting the rig rotate and flag as the sail is raised or lowered. No need to bring the bow of the boat into the wind. Going down wind is one of the AeroRigs best features. No blanketed and luffing headsail, the jib is always in clean air, no worry of accidental gybing. The mast being forward aids in steering down wind, and reduces load on steering systems. The NEW 2013, Volvo 55hp engines and sail drives provide ample power, 7+ kts. cruising, and easy maneuverability when docking. Felix has logged thousands of ocean voyaging miles.

She’s built to take all conditions and is ready to go anywhere, comfortably. Two fresh water tanks, 100 gal. each. Holding tank, Capacity, 40 gal.

Asking $275,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2011 Prout 50, Courtship II. The Prout 50 SW achieves the strength essential in catamaran design by bonding the bulkheads into a one piece hull molding to form deep box sections, and then by bonding the one piece deck molding to the hull and bulkheads to create a monocoque shell. The hull has integrated longitudinal and transverse mini-nacelles designed specifically to increase stiffness. The bulkheads are strategically located to absorb torsion and compression loads inherent in a catamaran’s structure. The mainmast support bulkhead is mounted on a stringer to help transmit the mast loads away from the bridge deck. The hull is fully resin infused with E-Glass and isophathalic (vinyl-ester) resin and it contains a closed-cell PVC foam core to ensure strength and integrity and far superior impact resistance-compared to a traditional solid skin lay-up. Bulkheads and cabin soles are also produced using resin infusion to reduce weight and increase stiffness. Watertight bulkheads fore and aft add buoyancy and security in the event of collision and ensure the watertight integrity of the boat. Asking $475,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

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2000 Seawind 1000, Déjà Vu III. Designed to cope with the rugged and variable conditions of Australia’s coastline, the Seawind 1000 is widely considered an extremely capable ocean going catamaran. Déjà Vu III’s owner has traveled extensively, sailing this Seawind from Australia through Malaysia, Thailand, Borneo, Sri Lanka, India, Maldives, Oman, Yemen and north through the Red Sea and the Suez Canal, the Mediterranean and on to the Caribbean, British Virgin Islands, the Bahamas and the United States.

Birthed in St. Augustine Florida, Déjà Vu III is ready to sail and available for showings. The layout is focused around a central upper cabin (bridge deck), with a huge, U-shaped settee that can serve as a giant berth when the dining table is lowered and cushion inserts are added. It’s a versatile space that merges directly with the cockpit in an open floor plan when sailing, or, on the hook but can be closed off with a weatherproof curtain for privacy. In the port hull, there’s a large double berth amidships, with the forward area specially designed as a woman’s boudoir. The stern area is cleverly designed with a head/shower combination including a hand basin.

The galley is to starboard, again with a double berth found in the stern and a single berth in the bow.

Asking $127,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

1994 St. Francis 44 Mark II, Birdwing. The current owner has owned Birdwing for 17 years. He bought her from the original owner in Cape Town, South Africa where they did two Cape Town to Rio races.

He kept Birdwing in St Vincent for several years, but it was expensive and difficult to fly there, so he sailed on to Guatemala’s Rio Dulce, where she has been for the past 10 years. The Rio is a fabulous place to keep a yacht because the labor rates are very low and there is excellent infrastructure to get all parts and services easily and professionally.

Sailed over 25,000 miles and she always took care of her captain and crew. She is relatively light and fast, and often hit 13 knots, with a few 17s every season and an all time record of 22 while surfing in big swells. Due to an inability to find a partner who desires to share the cruising life with him, and having too many other projects to attend to; with sadness, he must confess that he can no longer properly care for Birdwing, and must pass the torch.

Asking $159,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2009 St. Francis 50, Bamboo. This 3-cabin, 2-head South African-built St. Francis 50 is a catamaran meant for easy sailing and maintenance while on long ocean passages. Compared to the average French design, the functional cockpit of the St. Francis 50 is much more compact but still spacious enough for lounging and maneuvers. There is a large aft deck composed of teak and fiberglass. The steering station is to starboard beneath the hard dodger that covers the cockpit. Visibility behind the opening window is excellent, and by lowering drop-down curtains the entire space can be enclosed. The side decks are wide and accessible. There’s a solid bridgedeck forward of the coachroof, with incorporated storage lockers, and a solid plank between the trampolines to the forward crossbeam, under which is a retractable aluminum bowsprit for the gennaker. The aluminum mast and solid vang are from Sparcraft. A nice set of molded-in steps provide access to the top of the coachroof. In the main saloon, the nav station and instrument panel are forward opposing a dining table with a wraparound settee to starboard. A cool touch is the flat-screen TV that faces the settee and ties into the ships Navigation system. There are three staterooms in the hulls, as well as a custom workshop with Island work area. The vessel offers truly impressive heads with shower stalls as well as one tub. The high-gloss Bamboo woodwork throughout is beautiful and gives the vessel a warm and inviting feel. Asking $525,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

2008 Sunreef 62, Zahora. Aboard Zahora, sailors find a place where sea and wind rule and life presents another day of freedom. This vessel is a perfect combination of interior and exterior living spaces providing its owners a connection to the sea and its surroundings. The protected flybridge helm provides full control of the vessel, just behind it a table and lounge is perfect for family and guests to feel comfortable and secure while taking part in the sailing experience. The spacious lower cockpit features a large dining table, secondary table to starboard, lounger, ample seating and easy access for all water sports. A conjunction between modern and classic style this yacht while ideal for charter was designed for extended family with double cabins with pullman beds aft, double cabins forward and bunk beds midships in each hull, plus crew’s quarters forward, sleeping 14 guests. The tasteful interior finishes are American Walnut and Anegre woods. With a choice of 5 sails, full electronics, watermaker, etc this yacht has cruised extensively and is ready for more.

Asking $950,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

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1999 Voyage Norseman 430, Christine. This is a well-proven offshore catamaran that is well equipped and ready to bring your cruising dreams to life. This popular owner’s version VOYAGE 430 is in very good condition and well maintained. The 3.2 ft draft makes it ideal for Florida and Bahama cruising and beyond. This version has two queen cabins with en-suite heads in the port hull. The master stateroom, office, head compartment with stall shower, and pilot berth are in the starboard hull.

The new equipment list is extensive and includes 4 Kyocera solar panels (560 watts) added in 2013, each with IPN Blue Sky Controller, and all new house and starter batteries in 2014. In addition, an Isotherm AC/DC Stainless Steel two-drawer refrigerator/freezer was added in 2013, along with a new bimini. Additional equipment includes a Rocna 33 - 73 lb anchor with 175 feet of chain, folding props, 30,000 BTUs of Air Conditioning, 13 ft Caribe RIB with 40 hp Yamaha OB, life raft, sea anchor, radar, chart plotter, EPIRB, and cockpit enclosure with both screens and Izenglass.

Asking $410,000. For more information, contact: classifieds@multihullsmag.com

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