Catamaran
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September 12, 2012Helia 44Spacious and bathed in natural light from the coachroof and cockpit skylights and the saloon’s large wraparound windows, Fountaine Pajot’s inventive 44-foot cat also includes such novel features as built-in solar panels, a three-person raised helm station, and davits that hold dinghies, surfboards, and kayaks. The Helia 44 is part of Cruising World's 2013 New Boat Showcase.
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August 24, 2012Boat Review: Nautitech 441The Nautitech 441 catamaran has a convenient, well-thought-out central cockpit and potential as a true bluewater voyager. Boat Review from our August 2012 issue.
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August 1, 2012A 2013 America’s Cup PrimerWhat's the difference between the America's Cup, the America's Cup World Series, and the Louis Vuitton Cup? Herb McCormick breaks down the events, boats and major players in the 2013 America's Cup. Web extra from our September 2012 issue.
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June 13, 2012Sea Cat’s Excellent AdviceA boat boy from Dominica helps cruisers leave a good impression with the people of his country. "Sailor Profile" from our July 2012 issue.
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May 30, 2012Patagonian ShakedownA New England yacht designer sets his sights on the Chilean channels as the locale for the sea trials of his latest 57-foot cat. From our June 2012 issue.
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May 4, 2012Outremer 49Both performance and practicality are priorities for this long-legged French cat. Web extra from our June 2012 issue. Photos by Billy Black.
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May 4, 2012Nexus 600This new cat from South Africa was designed with globe-trotting in mind. Web extra from our June 2012 issue. Photos by Billy Black.
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January 23, 2012Sensible LiveaboardsCanadians Craig Acott and Laurie Bowers chose the Antares 44i for their sailing adventures.
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January 23, 2012From Zero to a HundredThey weren’t sailors, but they had spirit, and they were ready for a big change. A new catamaran and a couple of continents later, they got all that and more.
Electronic Updates
The Vesper Marine WatchMate Vision is arguably the most advanced Class B AIS transponder ever built, and was honored with an Innovation Award in Miami.
