Summer 2006

On the Cover:
The Brava 42 was designed by Peter Brady and built by Brava Marine of Australia.
 

News Briefs:
• NauticBlue and the Offshore Sailing School offer Learning Vacations for Powerboaters
• KVH and Miscrosoft Introduce Affordable High-Speed Internet and MSN TV for Boats.

Featured Products:
• Integrated Flywheel Generator by Steyr Motors
• E-Zorb Water Remover by MDR Corp.
• JetPac by Sword Marine Technology, LLC
• PotStickers by Simply Brilliant, LLC
• Peel-N-Patch Repair Patch by Ducky Products
• Lightweight Fishing Rod Holder by Taco Metals, Inc.
• BC100 Bilge Counter by Water Witch, Inc.

Letter:
In Response, by J. R. Watson

Auxiliary Leaders Foil Illegal Immigrants’ Plans
by Pat Feighery
The Coast Guard can’t be everywhere at once, or can they? While returning back from a meeting, three Auxiliarists witnessed eight immigrants sneaking into the country.

Teen Death Underscores Need for PWC Safety
by Wayne Spivak
Jet Skis and other water craft are not toys. You can still have fun while being safe.

Fall is a Great Time to Go Fishing
Fishing is a great pastime with family and friends. There is no reason to end the season early.


So Many Islands... So Little Time
by Jo Djubal
Aaah... there’s nothing like a skippered power cat in Australia’s Whitsunday Islands. Thanks to the crew of the 12 m Powerplay, we were able to enjoy some diving, snorkeling, movies, and some great tropical relaxation.


An ExciteCat Trip from Connecticut to Key West, Part 2
by Ian Vale
A log-journal of a 1,600 n.m. trip on a 25-foot power cat from Connecticut to Key West, Florida. Leg 4 & 5 – Charleston, South Carolina to Key West, Florida


World Cat Owners’ Rendezvous
by Brad A. Herring
Sixty guests attended the third annual Rendezvous, held in Key Largo, Florida. During the camaraderie, many tested their angling skills against one another.


Launching the 85’ Kitsap Ferry
by Rudolph Oelofse
This all-composite catamaran has foils which provide a smoother ride and help with fuel economy.


MonoCat
by Charles K. Chiodi
Is this an oxymoron? Not according to the New Hampshire-based designer. This boat resembles a monohull, but has the attributes of a power cat.


67’ Sunreef Power
This is the first power catamaran by Sunreef Yachts.


Get Defiant
The Defiant 270TC is more than an offshore fishing boat.

Rumbler Down Under
by Jo Djubal
Developed from a Compucraft design, this 11.4 m vessel is well-built and strong.


Maine Cat Power 38
The highly-successful Maine Cat factory has now tossed its hat into the ring of power cats. Their proven lightweight Core-Cell construction will also be incorporated.

The Spiral
by Chris Sullivan
Could this be the newest innovation in powerboating? Faster speeds with less horsepower, and less fuel.


Brava 42
by Peter Brady
With the foundation of Peter Brady’s Leopard line and other designs, Brava Marine incorporates the infusion method into construction.

Controlled Vapor Dampening
by Peter Brady
Extensive research has revealed the cause of drag and slamming on the wingdeck. The designer has found a solution.