Hello Brent, man, I can't believe nobody has made a comment yet! This is a great video, especially for people contemplating heading offshore and over seas. In the past, Multihull Central has made a number of videos that provided very useful information on handling catamarans - they could be used in offshore sailing schools, but this video was really amazing. Everything that I have thought about, everything that needs to be considered in a cruising cat was discussed. And of course, both Seth and Doug have a particular interest (and biases) in what one needs in a cruising catamaran. I happen to share their point of view. But, for those interested in a production or charter catamaran, this is still something to watch and listen to carefully. As Seth said, you have to purchase a boat that fits the type of sailing you'll do. That may mean that a used charter boat (or new) is the right boat for you. However, if you want to cross the Pacific or circumnavigate, watch this video at least once a week while you research boats for your voyage.
@@MultihullCentral1 Like many people on this side of the planet, USA, I'm not as familiar with SeaWind. I understand that they too want to be the go-to semi-production builders for couples and families transiting the globe. Can you do some videos on their designs? Thanks!
I raced one Tornado race in San Diego. It was an Olympic qualifying race. I was brand new in the catamaran world from growing up in Naple Sabot's, Laser's and other small boats from a very young age. All of my many different catamaran's (about 7) had rotating mast except for the Hobie Cat's. I was 17 years old and won that event with 4 first and one 2nd place. That was back in the early 80's. I guess I'd probably go with the rotating mast when I get my cruising catamaran. Out of all the different designs I've seen, the Schionning design looks the most sexy to me but I have no idea what the performance differences are between all the other performance catamarans are. I'll have to do some more research on this topic before I make my purchase. I love this type of information where I can geek out. It totally reminds me of sailing class before we headed out to practice starts and all the other information we were taught in the morning.
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Thank you for these real world insights.
This was awesome...so informative. You should do this more often. Thank you.
Amazing high-level discussion
Hello Brent, man, I can't believe nobody has made a comment yet! This is a great video, especially for people contemplating heading offshore and over seas. In the past, Multihull Central has made a number of videos that provided very useful information on handling catamarans - they could be used in offshore sailing schools, but this video was really amazing. Everything that I have thought about, everything that needs to be considered in a cruising cat was discussed. And of course, both Seth and Doug have a particular interest (and biases) in what one needs in a cruising catamaran. I happen to share their point of view. But, for those interested in a production or charter catamaran, this is still something to watch and listen to carefully. As Seth said, you have to purchase a boat that fits the type of sailing you'll do. That may mean that a used charter boat (or new) is the right boat for you. However, if you want to cross the Pacific or circumnavigate, watch this video at least once a week while you research boats for your voyage.
Thanks Rick great feedback glad you enjoyed
@@MultihullCentral1 Like many people on this side of the planet, USA, I'm not as familiar with SeaWind. I understand that they too want to be the go-to semi-production builders for couples and families transiting the globe. Can you do some videos on their designs? Thanks!
Great Q&A.. thanks for organising....
I raced one Tornado race in San Diego. It was an Olympic qualifying race. I was brand new in the catamaran world from growing up in Naple Sabot's, Laser's and other small boats from a very young age. All of my many different catamaran's (about 7) had rotating mast except for the Hobie Cat's. I was 17 years old and won that event with 4 first and one 2nd place. That was back in the early 80's. I guess I'd probably go with the rotating mast when I get my cruising catamaran. Out of all the different designs I've seen, the Schionning design looks the most sexy to me but I have no idea what the performance differences are between all the other performance catamarans are. I'll have to do some more research on this topic before I make my purchase. I love this type of information where I can geek out. It totally reminds me of sailing class before we headed out to practice starts and all the other information we were taught in the morning.
Sailing Family
Much Love
Very insightful, thank you!
This was super informative. Thank you.
Very nice interview .. Seth well known ... I didn’t know Doug but hey he is great : pity he doesn’t have a TH-cam channel
Great chat...
😵💫 Lagoon 🙈 the Cat that slowly pulls it self apart. Do your Research Everyone 🥺 Really enjoyed this. Lots of interesting information here and beautiful Well Made Catamarans ( 40 nots ) OMG that’s moving 👏🏻👌🏻😎
Sailing Family.
On to it.
Speed is safety. Always nice to be tie to the mooring 3 days earlier.
Top content, thanks.
Good stuff