Spring 2008
 

On the cover: The new Manta 44 PowerCat No Problems.

Featured Products
• BF Reverse Osmosis System by SK Watermakers
• Remote for SC Series Watermaker by SK Watermakers
• 22.0 EDE D-NET Digital Diesel Generator by Westerbeke
• New NMEA 2000 Black-Water Holding Tank Level Sender by Offshore Systems
• iY600 Video Surveillance & Control System by Xanboo
• XYZ Omega Anchors by XYZ Marine Products
• Trailer Assistance Program by BoatU.S.

News Briefs
• Being Proactive Counts Big Time if your Boat Goes Down, by Capt. Gary P. Joyce


Dazcat Power, A Catamaran for Disabled Sailors
There are plans available for a small, 6m tender to a large, 35m superyacht. Designs are for construction using either aluminum alloy or composite materials.


ArrowCat 30
Her introduction sparked international Interest because of its unique, innovative layout. The catamaran made its American debut at the Miami International Boat Show, and was introduced to Australia at the prestigious Sanctuary Cove Boat Show in late May. The ArrowCat is designed for “the next generation.”


Buzzard’s Bay 33 Salon Express, by Multihull Development
This design by Chris White utilizes a refined high-speed displacement hull to bring more comfort and less noise to your ride.


Tender Cat 45
Originally designed to serve as a tender for a 130-foot Bluebay mega-catamaran, the Tender Cat 45 became a luxury yacht on its own merits. Equipped with hydrofoils, it can obtain high speeds with 250-480 hp diesels at a great fuel savings.


Displacement Power Catamarans
By Kurt Hughes
The designer compares different power yachts: Displacement single hull vs. planing single hull; planing catamaran, displacement catamaran designed to look like a planing catamaran, and displacement catamaran. The article includes the designer’s view on weight, the role of the bridge deck, and planing vs. displacement catamarans.


Manta 44 PowerCat
The success of the Manta sailing catamaran led to her sistership, the Manta PowerCat.


High-Performance 60’ Luxury Power Catamaran
From the design board of Scott Jutson comes the latest M2 power cat that can reach 50+ miles per hour and is as stylish as it can get. The interior design is the most up-to-date we have ever seen. The cabin roof slides back like on a modern sports car. The M2 45 has a Hysucat hydrofoil system that saves 20%-40% on the fuel cost.


Sophie 63’ Catamaran “The Marine Villa”
Sophie Yachts, a French luxury catamaran manufacturer just delivered the first of a series of luxury catamarans to a Florida owner. The boat has three levels of accommodations: the Cabin Deck that has the staterooms; the Main Deck for lounging and entertaining; and the Flybridge with observation space.


Sunreef Yachts
The first-launched Sunreef 67 features twin 870 hp engines and can reach speeds up to 30 knots. The living space is over 500 sq-ft and boasts a large 320 sq-ft cockpit.