Builder: Performance Cruising/Tony Smith {FL taxes paid}
This sailing catamaran is a proven design and the top selling cruising catamaran in the US. It has the best combination of features and
performance: spacious interior, expansive deck and cockpit, level-sailing, fast and fits in a standard 16' berth {monohull rates}.
The boat features comfortable sleeping accommodations for six and a spacious main salon in the center.
To starboard is a full galley with 2-burner range, broiler and oven, ss sink and lots of storage.
Amidships are a large 5.5 cubic ft. w/freezer Dometic refrigerator (120v. and LPG), radios and electrical panel.
The head features a {new} Jabsco marine toilet with 30 gallon holding tank.
Above deck are the cockpit and helm with digital depth sounder, Simrad Tillerpilot and Garmin GPS-Map172 with full charts for the east coast and the Bahamas.
A favorite location for relaxing, we find the cockpit and bench easily seats 8 plus the captain.
There is a retractable motor bracket on the starboard hull in order to use the dinghy engine as an alternative to the primary engine.
The primary engine is a 2011 Hi-Thrust Yamaha 25hp 4-stroke with power tilt that is operated from the helm. This outboard is blessedly quiet and provides excellent fuel economy, ease of maintenance and zero drag when sailing. At cruising speed it burns less than 1 gallon per hour which combined with the dual 17 gallon fuel tanks gives a 36 hour range of approximately 180 motored miles.
Safely stowed in a vented cockpit locker are two 20 lb propane tanks.
Three high capacity batteries in the aft locker are charged by the engine or an electronic 2 stage shore power charger when at dock.
In the aft port lazarette are two fresh water tanks {total capacity = 70 gal}
The sails include a primary 130% Genoa on a Furlex rollerfurling drum.
Added headsails - a full hank-on Jib, storm Jib and 150% Drifter.
The Main {fullbatten} was replaced in 2012, as was the steering helm and cable.
The headliner and carpet were replaced in 2009.
Rudders and centerboards have been reinforced and fiberglassed.
Three good anchors with chain and rode.
Automatic bilge pumps.
All electrical systems, valves and hoses were tested and renewed as necessary.
In summary, this is a well maintained and extremely reliable boat that provides the owner with a great sailing experience and the best lounge afloat when at anchor.
Your guests will relax while their refreshments and belongings stay in place without assistance when the boat tacks through an imperceptible heal.
The kick-up centerboards and transom-hung rudders provide the ability to access anchorages with less than 2 feet of draft.
If you're a first time cruiser or experienced sailor, there are few boats that combine the efficiency and value that is found in this design.
On our two trips to the Bahamas from St. Pete, my favorite things about the boat were: smooth ride, how well she pointed up into the wind, a refrigerator that made ice, extra large holding tank, ventilation below decks, rollerfurling genoa, longshaft 4-stroke outboard, GPS accuracy and reliability and Simrad Tillerpilot.