Catalac 41 12M

Catalac 41 12M - ATTENTION BLUE WATER SAILORS!

 ATTENTION BLUE WATER SAILORS!

Getting Ready to Visit Cuba?

Announcing the availability of a CATALAC 41 - also designated the Catalac 12M. Only 27 were manufactured, approximately 14 of which are home ported in the Western Hemisphere.

 Hull #2 is in play:

 The number one criterion for any bluewater vessel – mono or multihulled – is STABILITY. If any vessel can keep you and yours safe mid-ocean, it is the Catalac 41. A Catalac 41 was one of the survivors of the infamous “Queen’s Birthday” storm of early June 1994 which resulted in loss of life, dismasting and knockdowns/capsizes by a substantial number of other vessels between New Zealand and Tonga/Fiji. It was one of the vessels still seaworthy at gales’ end.

One of the most threatening situations at sea is encountering overwhelming gusts when your guard is down at night – crew asleep below and there is no time to reef the canvas. This problem doesn’t exist for the very forgiving Catalac 41. The builder had a standing bet of 10000£ (British Pounds) to anyone who could document getting a Catalac hull out of the water: the bet never required payment. A blow that would result in a knockdown of another vessel simply moves this vessel sideways. A Catalac sailing offwind in 30-40 knot wind still allows you to walk around comfortably with a cup of coffee-look outside and you’ll observe monohulls heeled at 35 degrees with decks and stanchions awash. This boat is very suitable for families and others wishing to cruise in worry-free comfort.

 A noteworthy feature of the Catalac 41 is its dual helm. In addition to the weather helm, a second helm is located aft of the saloon where one can enjoy a cup of coffee without salt spray seasoning it. Although much can be said for using the weather helm in balmy climes to enjoy the sun and stars, its appeal fades quickly when the hours in foul weather mount.

Headroom in wheelhouse, saloon and hulls is 6’5”. If you’d like to avoid long hours leaning or suddenly, cooking with one hand while anchoring with the other, or to not worry about whether your sink is 8” deep and close enough to midships to hold water and drain properly underway, this is a boat you should see.

 The solid fiberglass (1”) hulls carry relatively heavy loads due to the wider hull-beam ratio. Storage is everywhere and needed in a true cruising vessel.

 The purchaser of this Catalac 41 is getting much more than a wonderful craft designed to safely and comfortably sail the Seven Seas. This vessel is in turnkey condition, There is no deferred maintenance here. Load your stores, personal items, passports and visas and you are on your way.

The owner is a knowledgeable individual with the desire and wherewithal to not only maintain his craft but to outfit the vessel to alleviate irritations and difficulties experienced during earlier voyages: is the island’s only dock ten feet above the deck? No problem, unlimber the ladder stowed in aft steerage.

Many cruising texts advise purchasers to expect to pay $65000 to $100,000 to outfit their purchase for cruising - no need here - its already been done as the inventory list confirms.

 Sailing characteristics:

 7-8 knots 40 degrees offwind in 18 knot breeze

 9-10 knots in stronger conditions

EXTREMELY MANEUVERABLE - THE 41 CAN TURN IN ITS OWN LENGTH WITH CROSSED THROTTLES

 Built 1983

Tom Lack Catamarans

Avon Works

Christchurch, Dorset England

NOTE: On November 10th 2014 the Judy-Judy was sailed to Bob & Annie\'s Marina at St. James City FL for a haul out for new bottom paint: even though the vessel is listed for sale, the owners continue to maintain the vessel as if they were planning on keeping it. Will advise when the Catalac will be back in the water.

TWIN YANMAR MODEL #3YM30 29HP DIESELS PURCHASED MAY 16, 2006. ENGINES HAVE 800 HRS EACH

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