TRIMARAN LIFE: What We REALLY Think
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Well, now that we've navigated the seas on a Trimaran, everyone's clamoring to know...which is the superior vessel, a Catamaran or Trimaran? And that's just one of the countless queries, including the curious case of how a pooch does her business while aboard a boat.
Reasonable questions, all things considered. This was our maiden voyage as caretakers of another couple's vessel and our first time manning the helm of a NEEL 47 trimaran. Add in a four-legged friend and it was a feast of fresh experiences.
So, we figured we should provide some insight into your most burning questions about life on three hulls.
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WE’RE JASON AND NIKKI WYNN. A couple of modern-day documentarians, perpetual travelers, and seekers of tall tales.
We’ve been chasing our curiosity around the world on wheels and keels since 2011. Why? Because curiosity is the key to unlocking life. It pushes us outside our comfort zone, softens our assumptions, and helps us embrace the great unknown. The more we let our curiosity lead the way, the more we discover about ourselves and the world around us.
Our home is also our transportation and we spend weeks away from civilization and sometimes land. Self-reliance and living a sustainable lifestyle are a must. It's all about managing our resources and we’re always looking for new and better ways to do so.
We've lived off the grid for over 10 years now in everything from a Van to RV to a Sailboat. And over time we have learned a lot about renewable energy, creating safe drinking water, and managing our waste.
Our journey is ever-evolving but the mission remains the same: #CultivateCuriosity
Timestamps if you like to Jump Around:
00:00 Why We’re Sailing a Trimaran
01:14 How is the Ride of the NEEL?
02:24 What are the Pontoons (Amas) like in Rough Seas?
04:20 How Does a Trimaran Handle a Rough Anchorage?
05:48 After Sailing a Tri what will you add to your HH44?
08:15 Is Jason Getting a Dishwasher on the HH44?
10:10 Shopping for 240v Electronics Surfshark.deals/WYNNS
11:53 How did the Dog Go to the Bathroom on the Boat?
15:03 What did you learn from the Rocket Scientist?
15:58 Does Starlink Work on a Sailboat?
17:14 More Confident to Handle Multiple Headsails?
18:45 How Fast is the NEEL Trimaran?
20:45 How’s the Space Inside, 2 hulls vs 3?
21:53 Why Didn’t sick Crew Wear a Seasickness Patch?
24:43 How easy is it to Sail the NEEL Trimaran?
26:41 Catamaran or Trimaran, Which is Better?
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Every man, it doesn't matter who, spends every waking hour trying to figure out an easier way to do menial tasks. Whether it's mowing the lawn, taking out the trash or doing dishes. I'm 75 years old and I've invented thousands of shortcuts, some worked and some didn't. Heck, some were downright dangerous! But the effort was worth the scars I've gotten. Just want to say, from an old man who once dreamed of a life on the sea, you two have my heart. Give the man his dishwasher!
One thing I think about when reading the comments re: cost comparisons (not just in this post - it seems to come up on almost every one).
Many mention "Oh it's a 1M boat compared to xyz brand that is 600-700K, etc.".
I am not sure exactly how old the Wynns are, but let's say that any random couple aged mid to late 30s or into their 40s (or beyond) decide to invest in a 1M boat as their "forever home".
And now they can take this home all around the globe. As many times as they'd like or are willing and able to do. They are free and not "land-locked". They are not reliant on housing bubbles/markets.
As with a house, there will be repairs and maintenance. No lawn care or roofing, but rather sails and lines and engines and anchors to maintain. Comparing a house (traditional real estate) to a boat is a bit apples to oranges but, at the end of the day... 1M isn't really that much if it's a home you can take with you for the next how ever many years, and to see the world at the same time. Some people invest in a property and some people invest in a boat. At the end of the day... a home.
⛵🏡💙
Dishwasher notes: Consider making the decision now rather than later. We are in the process of a kitchen remodel going with built-in appliances. The entire kitchen arrangement changes based on appliances choices - widths especially. When you said HH uses custom cabinets, that’s when it occurred to me you should rethink your decision process. Waiting until after delivery will severely limit your options. Deciding now based on available appliances gives you options to adjust the cabinet setup. …food for thought.
Agreed
*_ The BEST DISHWASHER is at the end of your Arms! (It's called HANDS) I'm 74 and have never owned a Dishwasher and in fact doing the dishes STRAIGHT after a meal is therapeutic! _*
@@liongod1000 Yeah, but! Windelo includes a dishwater in their eco catamaran, because it saves water and thereby electricity also, now the water has to be created by a watermaker. I got a dishwasher in my house, it came with the house, but I never use it and it makes no sense to do so either, now I am single and water is cheap. On a boat it is a completely different thing: I sure would tick that option box!
We stupidly spent over 5 years debating (arguing) the merits before installing a dishwasher… best decision ever… we always take friends out with us and it just makes life easy
A dishwasher also cleans better. I have by the way worked in catering for years, and you of course would never see anyone in that business hand wash anything, that can go into a dishwasher. I do have a dishwasher at house and I am single, so I never use it much. Even I were freaked out to see, how clean my tea strainer could become in a dishwasher. Basically, to make it that clean hand scrubbing would take minutes of hard work on that alone.
Love the disclaimer Jason…this is why we all watch you guys….both you and Nikki are honest.
I can't wait for you guys to have your own boat again.
y it gets worst
"You don't need a dishwasher."
"We'll get the boat without one and maybe get one after."
"We don't have the space for a dishwasher."
"Oh look, this boat wasn't made for dishwashers so they won't fit."
"Oh look, a dishwasher we could use is way too expensive."
Nikki's plans to gaslight Jason into washing by hand forever are working well.
They could buy a BOB. It would fit just fine. Her arguments are just ridiculous.
Also, that in-sink one carries its cost because it literally includes the sink so I didn’t find the price to be particularly outrageous really.
@@linda-MyLifeAndOtherAnecdotes Do you know the name? I haven't heard of an in sink dishwasher. (other than Jason, of course)
@@littlebitofhope1489 it’s in this video. I didn’t catch the name.
@@littlebitofhope1489 Fotile in sink diswasher. It looks really cool and no bending over!
Actually you CAN use US model appliances with a 240v power supply. Almost all US based appliances are wired such that they will support the different requirements by just sliding a switch. You can also get converters separately that can make the conversion without it being built into the appliance otherwise. If you are looking on Amazon or otherwise you can look for the appliance specs to say something like 120/240v
Jason, that was a very eloquent explanation at the beginning of how a good sail on a monohull feels like - when the rail dips towards the water and it finds it’s spot, or groove, and “like it knew where it wanted to go.” Spot on…
If you use the dishwasher as your dish storage, it works wells! And you don't have to unload it until the next meal! I have a small dishwasher by GE and I love it, exactly half the size of a normal dishwasher and less water! And it's white glass in front to match my white cabinets, stainless inside. Just enough for a family of 2. It will hold a couple days of dishes.
You could also experiment with countertop dishwashers. Some have a water reservoir, so just temp drop the drain hose in the sink.
I don't use my dishwasher as it's only me. I do use it for storage, tho.
Dishwasher as storage on a boat = noise and breakages
Why would anyone insist on glass and ceramics for a moving vehicle (RV's included) when there are superb plastic and nordic-ware types that are almost indistinguishable from those heavier, easily breakable forms? Putting a soft cloth over the stored dishes in the washer while underway would keep them pretty quiet, if the prongs themselves didn't hold them tight (I'd think marine dishwashers might already have put the fix in on that). I have to admit I felt a bit "click baited" on that episode; unnecessary drama.
I love how Jason and Nikki explain everything💞 Absolutely love this channel!!
Y’all have a beautiful way of showing respect and love for the people you call friends! The piece about the owners being the best part is one of the most classy things I have ever heard. Bravo.
From this episode , JASON AND NIKKI who are a naturally caring people are also the ideal pet sitters !
"Different boats for different sailors". Spot on, Jason!
Thank you so much for this comparison, and I hope Jason eventually gets that dishwasher for conserving water, if nothing else.
Boats with a water maker and solar panels don't need to worry about water conservation.
@@justinjwolf that’s not quite true. Conservation is important, both power and water. Having solar panels means you have renewable power, not unlimited power.
@@Jimfinn649 Been there - done that.. Not always sanitary.
I learned a long time ago that all boats are a compromise. There is no perfect boat for all circumstances, a lot depends on how and where you plan to use it and what your needs are. Thanks for the video! For cat people you took pretty good care of the dog! 🙂
Yes I made it all the way through. I think one of the issues with a trimaran is the center hull gives it a pivot in rough seas it pitches more. Just my completely uneducated guess. Keep the good stuff coming guys and can we get an update on your boat.
I think the Neel trimaran is on the same level as a Leopard or Lagoon - made more for comfortable cruising versus performance. I’d have a tough time choosing either one, perfect for a coastal cruising live aboard for fewer/shorter passages. Your new HH is in a class of it’s own - big performance, big comfort & pretty big price. For you guys the HH is going to be perfect on more frequent & long passages. I’m pretty excited about your new HH & Riley & Elayna’s new Rapido 60. Don’t even ask me to try & choose between those either. 😍
First thing I did when I saw they were filming from a condo/house/apartment was to look for the dishwasher… As I continued to watch the video and read the comments team dishwasher did not disappoint. I really liked the in counter dishwasher, much better than having to bend down to floor level. Some friends of mine put two drawer dishwashers in their home, one on either side of the sink. At first I thought it was crazy or overkill, but then after seeing it play out in real life it was great. For day to day they pulled from the clean dishwasher for meals and put away in the empty dishwasher, never having to empty dishwasher to cabinets, and pull from cabinets. For parties they filled them both up with dirty dishes. Jason, you should ask for two dishwashers in hopes that you will get at least one.
Make the cabinetry bigger and get that dishwasher for Jason.
I what a thoughtful review of your experience! Loved the session! ❤❤
I along with over 25,000 others love all your videos. But dang we can't wait to see the two of you sailing your own boat! I certainly appreciate you letting me join you in all your adventures.
Really enjoyed living the trimaran experience through the delivery passage episodes. Was only on a smallish trimaran once in the usvi for a day sail, so this was a real educational series for us. Really appreciated the honest, logical and open minded assessment in this episode. But that is the way you guys approach everything which is why my wife and I are followers and look forward to every installment!
Thanks for taking me along😊
Have followed you since your RV days. Great episode. As a bernidoodle owner, I have to agree that this is the best dog we have ever had. Ours (Hedy Lamarr) is 3 and a great camper. Best wishes on your next adventure.
I enjoy your adventures but by far I come to this channel to see you two and this episode was a home run for me because it was all you two, no "filler". Thanks, I had a nice visit.
Great job answering the questions. Love the channel.
If they are paid to sail they are pros, if not they are enthusiasts. Love your videos! I sold my catamaran a year ago and have been looking for a new ride since. Most vlogs just gush on and on about whatever boat they are featuring, I really appreciate the honesty and in depth evaluation you put in discussing the good and bad. Cheers on the new HH!
Love you two SO MUCH … the sweetest, kindest most lovely people - GREAT episode!!!! ❤️🙏❤️
I enjoy your sessions where you answer questions, for me it helps to understand sailing better.
Jason & Nikki looking forward to your new boat adventures! You both took great care of Yoshimi!
We had an 18" full hight dishwasher in a camper and it was fantastic! There are all sizes of voltage reducers to use American products in Europe. I used one when in Germany while stationed there. I did some lake sailing when younger, but at 76, I just like to live vicariously by watching kids play with their toys, just like I once did... 🙃
I loved this Q&A and I thought your disclaimers were great! In the end, the best thing is that the owners love their boat and that you are excited about the boat you are getting. It would have been terrible for you to fall head over heels in love with a trimaran and lose your excitement for your own project. So, everyone loves Yoshimi and that is a happy ending for all!
Military (USAF) stationed in Europe from the late '60s through the early '80s. We all had step-down transformers to convert the local 220V to 120V.
And yeah - they're heavy, take up room and aren't efficient. But they work - so there is that.
Thank you for the Q & A! I always love these types of videos.
Just loved seeing you both & hearing about the Trimaran. Seeing Jason asleep with Yoshimi beside him was adorable. Loved her expressions when you talked to her Nikki. That was good thinking to alter your course so she could relieve herself. That was good to know. I fixed my screen door so it woulld spring back. Libby let herself in & out the back door when she needed to go. Loved her being independent. I'm still excited to see what you & Jason get. If it don't have a dishwasher, don't worry, you'll always be able to have time to be with your thoughts doing the dishes yourself. Have a good week. Looking forward to next week.
Until the animals fall 9ver board .
Your ability to help the dog Yosh take care of business moves you to the top of my TH-cam channels.
Good to see you both. Interesting to hear your points of view. Looking forward to what next week brings. Be safe.
My aunt and uncle have that in sink dishwasher in their 45ft cat. She says that it holds way more dishes than one of those small normal dishwashers. They love it.
Crazy how one can care little about a subject but be invested because of the people involved! You guys get me involved by who you are!! Genuine and fun! Thanks!
I agree. I have no interest in sailing, but I'm enjoying their lifestyle - so different from my own landlocked existence.
When you say maybe about a dishwasher that means you will never get it ! I say this from experience !
Yep. Can’t imagine buying an HH Catamaran without a dishwasher. It’s also storing your clean dishes while underway or keeping dirty dishes out of your sink. It’s a weird hill to die on… I don’t get it.
Love you two! This goes to show that we need to get on as many boats as possible to know what we like, and don't like before we buy our own.
Going to bathroom on trampoline with sea spray……. Even better, giant bidet… super clean 😂😂
Thanks for the comparison. I've been intrigued by the Neel, but still prefer monohulls. The feeling of being in the groove with a monohull, to me, is what feels like sailing.
The Neel is not representative of how a performance trimaran sails. The Dragonfly and Corsair designs have quite a nice upwind groove with feather touch weather helm.
Thank you. Excellent episode. Even the advert bit was enjoyable. Perhaps more of the same thing in future?
Very interesting. We own a Dragonfly 1200, Much goes back to the design and sails, which are the engine of the boat. Last year we retired the old mainsail on TriBiza. What a difference a new mainsail made in terms of speed. I'm going to pay more attention, but pretty sure in most sea states the Dragonfly doesn't hobby-horse. Noise below from the hull, yes. We do not have sleeping space in our pontoons/amas. Comparatively very tight space on a Dragonfly 1200, the interior is most like a 39 ft monohull, though we have a center cockpit and 2 cabins, 2 heads. Last year in Turkey on flat seas, wind 18-22 knots, we got a record 14.5 kn SOG. Mostly we post 7-8 kn typical cruising. We have a very old Code Zero reacher, off the wind in 3 knot breeze she delivered 3 knots of speed!
Thanks for the honest thoughts on the trimaran.
Thankyou Wynns. Exceptional as always.
Factoring that you left into strong southerlies which are our prevailing winds this time of year I was not surprised to see a wild ride... regardless of boat you were in for a wild ride. Weather windows become critical on Atlantic eastcoast...
Thanks for sharing your experiences.
You mentioned getting 230 V in your new boat. I agree that this is the way to go. You may want to look into specifying using larger gauge wire that can support 110 if needed.
I think if you do that you can literally switch the boat to 110 by swapping out the electrical box, inverter, and outlets. That could be nice for resale possibilities.
And for you, you could probably buy a very simple plug converter and use that 110 appliance you need in your 230v boat.
Wow, watching this you have opened a new avenue of delivering boats and comments on the boats you deliver.
Really appreciate your approach to any and all ( new) experiences. " Curiosity " is very appropriate name for your vessel.
That was a great summation and you are both wonderful people. I would also pick the dog ... 🙂 I built and sailed a 42' Tri (in a previous life) and I have to concur with you current boat choice. The HH is amazing and will be perfect for your next boating life chapter. You've got me hooked in so please continue posting VLOGS.
Thank you for the video. I am in the early stages of planning my retirement and possibly purchasing a trimaran for a multi year excursion.
I am leaning towards a trimaran for:
1. Abundant storage.
2. Perceived stability.
3. Possibly offering short excursions as a vacation option for individuals a/o couples.
If I remember it wouldn't tack into the wind. say no more. You made the best-ever choice to buy the HH, it's fast and comfortable, it points higher into the wind & tacks & will have a high resale value. your review was very kind to the owners.
We had pontoon boats when I was a kid and one of our neighbors had one with three rows of pontoons instead of the normal two and it really rocked back and forth way more than the boats with just the two rows.
Interesting.
Thank you for the video it's nice that you had the experience.
I loved seeing you guys troubleshoot your way through sailing Supernova, it was a great experience for you and for us watching. I have to agree with others who are encouraging you to figure out the dishwasher now vs later, even if you find something that works it'll feel like more of a compromise and you'll end up wishing you had just done it right from the start. Also, Yoshi was adorable and such a good girl! But before anyone goes looking for a Bernedoodle breeder please, please, consider adopting a dog from a shelter. There are so many amazing dogs that end up there through no fault of their own, that are loving, smart and truly just want another chance at life. Shelters across the southern US and California are euthanizing dogs weekly, for no reason other than there isn't enough space for them all. Breeders are killing litters due to lack of buyers since they ramped up 'production' during covid and many breeder dogs are ending up in shelters because their owners didn't realize what a commitment a dog is or they grew up to be too big, or whatever other stupid reason you can think of. It's a crisis and not enough people are aware of it or want to know about it because it's quite sad. We've adopted two dogs from the US and they are amazing, such good dogs who just needed some time, training and love, just like any dog needs.
Just a thought from a total landlubber; the pontoons on that trimaran is large enough to become an ocean going vessel on its own. That is where all of Jason's space is coming from. This makes this boat a floating square, and from there the sea characteristics experienced, I think. Very luxurious, though!
Sorry I’m late… I slept in. 😢 I found this very interesting. From my non-sailing perspective, I was not that impressed with the trimaran, other than to say it was a beautiful boat. As with anything bigger and fancier, there was a lot more to go wrong. Ooooooh, but that dog… LOVED her!!! ❤😍❤️ PS I get the issues with the dishwasher, I still think if you don’t plan for it now and at least get the wiring in place, it will be much more expensive in the long run. Just my two cents. 😁
You're funny, apologizing?
@@andyp91 I am Canadian after all. 😀
Yosh is my favorite boat feature as well.
This was a great video. Nice job and appreciate your insight and personal expertise. Appreciate you both.
Such a great wrap-up of all things Trimaran & your SuperNova experience. We will all miss Yosh as well. 😊 xo
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. This is really educational.
Thank you - Your insights are well thought out and include all the appropriate caveats!! 😃
Another wonderful video!
Another great day sailing with the Wynns! 😊
Hi Niki and Jason, have you looked at the dish-draws by Fisher Paykel, we’ve had one for years in our work office. They are brilliant for everyday dishes, cutlery, mugs ect. Can also hold saucepans, frypans. Install now if boat builder able to .. sounds like you don’t want to rock the boat by hold ups, understandable.
Thanks for sharing your story
Love the Moo Point ! Thanks for another great Video.
Informative and entertaining video. Loved the Q&A. Watched to the end You guys are great.
Having lived in both S. Korea and Germany, you CAN use 120 V appliances, even motors. However, you'll need a "switching power supply." It's NOT the old-style, heavy transformers. Rather, a "switching power supply" changes FROM 100V to 480V AC, either 50 or 60 HZ, to DC, then back to 100V to 480V AC, either 50 or 60 HZ. Some have a DC 12V to 48V input, as well. They draw almost zero power while not under load, but also have a remote on/off switch for zero draw. Search for "marine power converters.
The Fotille is actually a pretty good brand... especially with the fruit washer option...
I have installed 4 so far for clients.... sink dishwashers in general have ben around for decades.... my grandmother even had a sink dishwasher all the way back in the late 40's
great info and insight, Thanks! I did watch all the way thru!!
Woohoo!!! First for the best sailing video on the internet Thanks Guys!!!
It's amazing how much the electronics are overcharged for marine applications. Those people have very healthy margins on that stuff.
Really good video. It seems the NEEL is more cruising oriented where your HH and TTR have more performance potential. Compared to TTR, the sail controls all seemed to have more friction and require extra effort. For example, the winch that requires lines be led through a fairlead after the clutches - inexcusable. It should be mounted on a plinth. As a new subscriber, I'm looking forward to you enjoying your HH.
Look forward to your great videos every week.
Awesome fun video guys
Have a look at dishwashers sold in Switzerland. Swiss standard width is 55 cm, whereas European Standard is 60 cm, and 45 cm for narrow version. All are 230V 50 Hz.
Hey guys as always good video
I am sure you have covered this but remember most UK Appliances run on 240V and have a fuse in the plug.
Looking forward to the next one
as good as always , thank you
EXCELLENT REVIEW!!!
Having sailed monos, cats and tris (and boards, short-boards, and kites), I prefer a catamaran with externally-rigged, swing-up daggerboards for much better pointing. The center living area of cats is much larger for LOA, and the room inside the two hulls is larger, as well. Finally, cats handle in a predictable way, whereas tris feel like you're mountain biking with too many wheels.
Very interested and thanks for going through it all. Great video full of information.
This is exactly the video I was waiting for. Many, many thanks! Now you need to nip over to Vietnam and try out one of Rapido’s new expanded layout designs, the 50XS or 60XS. Those are livable and uncompromising tri designs.
I was on the 47 in Miami and heard a very cheerful greeting. When I turned around I realized that I was standing on the very boat you delivered and was chatting with Katy and Craig. What an absolutely sparkling couple! Thanks again for this video…and I’m with Jason on the dishwasher. Make it happen for all of us brother!!! @NavalGazingatCampDavid.
Thanks for another great and informative video.
Very interesting and diplomatic episode. You made the right decision buying the HH. Now you just need to figure out how to get Jason a dishwasher.
When I was stationed in Germany years ago we had portable converters that we plugged our 110 electronics into plug the converter into the 240 50 cycle as I remember but that was the early 70s
Some of the things mentioned about the tri could be done on the cat. For example the master bedroom could be done on a cat as well. The tri could be faster but it is made to be a cruiser. The amas are big and the boat could go faster with proper (small) amas. The centre hull is still big because it carries the bulk of the weight, including the extended weight of the "flying" ama, so it sits lower in the water. the amas are wide so they can have staterooms inside. Nice for company but more frontal area to push through the water... almost like a cat with an extra hull. True, there is more storage but you pay for that by pushing three hulls through the water (boats are all a compromise). So, a cat could be faster if the living accommodation was on the bridge deck and the hulls were narrow and deep (think single berth only). The large house on the bridge deck would have more wind catching area, it is true but frontal area in the water is a bigger factor, at least in this case. In the end it is the motion in the water that one has to choose between the two. The extra berths in the amas of the tri are apparently not a great idea because of the motion. It would seem to me that a longer cat would give the same storage space, use less building materials, have more usable living area, etc. True, it would be harder to "park" and more costly too moor.
Well, look into the dishwasher, that Windelo install in all their eco-catamarans, and they by the way do so, because a dishwasher saves water and thereby also electricity, now most of the water, if not all, onboard a boat has to be created by a watermaker. Their choice of a dishwasher is made specifically for narrow cabinets. By the way, I can not help teasing you a bit in your choice of boat (the HH44): It does not compare with the Neel 47, at least not in base price, but with the much more spacious Neel 51 or even 52 coming out this year. That one got interior access to the outer huls and the cabins located in them and they are also fitted with real ensuit heads. That said, I just watched the walkthrough of that HH44, and what an incredible catamaran that is! I love the helm positions and the possibility of enclosing the sugar scoops underway. I also wrote to them, that my dream boat were a trimaran build by HH, whit their no compromise attitude to design and building process.
I think that is it worth pointing out the price difference between the two boats. The HH44 starts at about 1M with equipment, 1.2M for the performance version. The Neel is in the 600-700k range. At similar price point, you'd have to compare the Neel 51 to the HH44.
The Neel 51 is a better comparison price-wise but by having interior access to the amas makes it a much larger class of yacht. It would be like comparing a HH44 to a HH52. That said, I wish they had sailed on the Neel 51 instead. I don't really like the Neel 47. I always found it to be an odd model in the line-up. If one day Neel updated it and somehow managed to make the ama cabins accessible from the main deck it could be a great yacht. Until then, either save a lot of money and get the 43 or splurge/borrow for the Neel 51/52. JMHO
@@jamesaron1967 what about the bouncy part. That got to me
@@rightright6582 Don't know what you're talking about or how your question relates to the original comment.
Neel takes so many shortcuts. Flimsy inside…..waste of money in its Finnish and uncalled for
I could imagine the trimaran would be like a seesaw, where the center hull worked as the fulcrum. You certainly could have some fun if you liked the seesaw.
Look into installing a countertop dishwasher, Danby is one brand . Get spare seals for the door they need replacing every year at least.
I think the key to dogs is getting them used to going potty on the astro turf, or puppy pad before they go on the boat. I have heard some grim stories of dogs trying to hold it until they got to shore.
Since puppy pads are white I think my dogs have keyed in on that, so I can't leave socks on the floor. Luckily I don't wear socks on the boat
Try looking for dishwashers out of Korea. Another couple who vlog bought a decent washer/dryer for their boat (not big at all) and to get the size they wanted, they bought a Korean model.
I grew up on monohulls, currently own a small trimaran, and helped deliver a 44' racing tri, (in up to 35 knots and lumpy seas) and chartered a cruising cat. When you're going directly into waves, I don't think there is much difference in any of the designs - you go up and over the waves mostly in the same motion. It's when you have a quartering sea, or one from the side that things change. (Also depends if you're sailing or motoring and how much wind.) A mono under sail has the sails to help keep it at a more constant angle, EXCEPT when the wind is puffy, then you are swinging from heeled to upright. Big waves will heel the boat over and roll it back and forth. The keel will tend to act as a shock absorber, damping the motion somewhat. The mono under power will rock and roll like the 50's. The cat has a similar motion except you don't heel, and it mostly doesn't care if the wind is puffy. You ride up and over bigger waves, but you don't roll.
The tri does have a different motion. The windward ama lifts first, pushing the leeward ama into the water. That action helps keep the boat stable - it doesn't roll hard side to side like a mono. But it does roll back and forth more than a cruising cat. I'd take it over a mono any day.
As far as making the boat go, it takes time and expertise to make any of these performance boats perform to their potential. Get a Neel professional on that boat for a day, and some premium sails, and they will make a huge difference. The racing tri we were on took several months of tuning and tweaking (After we delivered) before it was really performing as it should. I think Jason and Nikki are going to find the same thing on their new cat. If they bring on a factory person to help tune it and teach them how to sail it, they will end up saving months of frustration.
Great trip and excellent videos as always! you guys are amazing!
We are working on our Catana 47 in Thailand and they have amazingly good online shopping for everything guys. Easy to buy 220v stuff out here at very good rates. You will get hooked this part of the world with online shopping. It’s so efficient. Probably like Amazon prime in the US with thriller the inventory
I once heard an old timer talk about the top criteria when choosing a boat, and he thought it should be "does your heart skip when you see it." There are a lot of factors after that, but that was the first, in his opinion. At the end of the day, boats are kind of a PITA, so you had better be in love with it. I have heard that some monohull sailors have a problem with the motion of the boat when they transition to a multihull, that the motion is shorter, faster, and less like the pendulum motion of a monohull. I have actually never sailed on a large multihull (>20 feet), so I can't say.
There is a portable table top dishwasher you should check out! They are not that expensive and keep your cabinet space.!
You can get a portion of your new boat rewired to 115 volts from the 230 that it comes with through voltage dividing with a neutral wiring scheme. look into how houses in America are done. They are at 240 to the main panel then spilt down to 120 volt off of the breakers