Sailors Pick: 15 Best Catamaran Sailing Books
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Must-Have Boat Gear for Catamaran Sailors!
Sailing is probably the most gear-intensive activity I've ever done; there are so many decisions to be made about what gear to buy now, for tomorrow, and what to definitely never buy. The gear on...
6 Best Trailerable Trimarans For Bluewater and Coastal Sailing
Having a boat costs a lot of money, even when you are not using it, marina fees, etc. And once it is in the water most sailors never go very far from their "home marina" and sailing will be somewhat...
What Kind of Boat Is The Best Liveaboard? Trawler, Monohull, or …?
Living in a boat can be a thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime experience; however, knowing how to choose the right vessel to sustain the lifestyle you want to achieve can be crucial in making the most out...
16 Best Trimarans For Sailing Around The World (And a Few For Daysailing)
Trimarans are growing in popularity worldwide, due to their light construction and high stability these multihulls are even faster than catamarans. Trimarans are still one of the lesser-known boat...
9 Best Chartplotters for Sailing: Small Boats, Cheapest and More.
Chartplotters give you vital information about your location while you're out on the water. If you're in the market for a new chartplotter, you might wonder which one is most suited to your...
8 Best Boat Salvage Yards in Florida! (South and North)
Florida is one of the biggest boating cities in the US, so there are quite a few salvage yards to choose from. Knowing which ones are the best can be challenging, so here are some good options for...
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Let's start with the basics. Sailing yachts are typically monohulls that are propelled by sails and have a single keel that runs along the bottom of the hull.
Yes, a catamaran can be classified as a type of sailboat. Catamaran sailboats offer a stable sailing experience, making them a popular choice among sailors worldwide. If …
When choosing between a yacht or catamaran for your next sailing adventure or charter, there are some key differences to consider. Both have their advantages and …
The sun, water, and wind in the hair make sailing yacht cruise a different experience than a catamaran or motor yacht cruise. Also, they are ideal for romantic cruises. At the same time, …
Catamarans vs. Sailing yachts One question that is always asked is, which type of vessel is better to charter, catamaran or a sailing yacht? What you will choose will at the end fall down to …
The main difference is the shape of the boat: a yacht or traditional sailing boat has one hull (the bottom of the boat) which sits in the water, but a catamaran is a ‘multi-hull’ so has two hulls or points of contact with the sea, …
1. Catamarans Have Two Hulls, Sailboats or Monohulls Have One; 2. Monohulls Will Rock From Side to Side; 3. Catamarans Offer More Space for the Same Length; 4. Catamarans Make Horrible Noises While Sailing Upwind; 5. …