Reasons To Choose Power Catamarans Over Other Boats

By Heidi Carver


Sailing can be a very enjoyable activity that can be enjoyed be the family or with a group of friends. With a boat, perfectly calm waves and fine wind, it is a nice way to escape from the stress and pressures of every day life. More and more people find boating a wonderful family bonding activity and a leisurely vacation rolled into one.

Water crafts come in all shapes and sizes. They come in all designs, according to their expected usage. Bass boats are used for fishing bass in fresh water. Bay boats are only for shallow waters. Dinghies have room enough only for two people, which makes it the best choice for couples who wish to have some alone time. Houseboats can accommodate an entire family. Cruisers are for overnight stay and power catamarans can set you up for days and even weeks at sea.

Powerboats are slowly gaining popularity among boating enthusiasts. This type has two categories, the single or mono hull, and the double hull. Yes, there is a particular sail boat that has not only one but two hulls. This multiple hull boat is more commonly known as, yes you got it right, the catamaran.

The catamaran is a powerboat with two hulls. It looks very different from the usual vessels that we see, because it has two parallel hulls connected by a sleek frame. This type of craft is designed for comfort and total stability, though most boaters are not easily convinced of its safety. Before you scoff at catamarans and go on to find a safer looking ship, here are some of its advantages.

Cruising is more comfortable on this type of boat. It does not move easily in swells. It most certainly does not heel. Sea sickness are at a minimum when on board a cat, so expect comfort and luxury at its peak.

A catamaran is easy to maneuver. Since it is light weight, pivots are done with ease unlike single hulls that would require more room to be able to turn around successfully. Also, due to its unique design, catamarans are able to reach places that are usually inaccessible to single hull boats.

Because it has two hulls, it has more room as compared to those with only one. You have more storage space, which basically means you can bring with you more things while sailing. Another astonishing feature of a catamaran is that everything is at eye level, so each corner can be reached by sunlight and sailors do not have to go down to a low dark area as they do when in a single hulled type.

They are obviously faster than other types. Whether power or sail, a catamaran can easily outrun any vessel in a race. This is also the reason why cats make excellent racing boats. It has two engines, so there is two times more power to run.

There are still many more reasons to choose a catamaran over most boats. Though they are generally more expensive, all these advantages make it a good investment. A lot of boat dealers also offer different payment plans so owning one will not just be a dream but finally a reality.




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