Exciting Start! It’s been a whirlwind of activity since we took possession of Z3, our new Bali 5.4, in Canet, France, only a few weeks ago. This past week, our crew (pictured at left) attended seminars and training, gave talks about cruising, passed inspections, and enjoyed the camaraderie that only the sailing community can provide. […]
ARC Rally for Cruisers Began! Follow Us! Read More »
From Madeira to the Canaries Another update as we approach the starting point for the ARC Rally for Cruisers in Gran Canaria. If you missed it, here is our first installment of taking possession of Z3, christening, and her maiden voyage. Thanks to all who have been following our journey. If you are just discovering
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Here’s an update of our adventures so far from taking possession and christening of our new Bali 5.4 through her maiden voyage into exotic ports full of fun and sailing traditions. And tidbits about the crew that we picked along the way. Thanks to all who have been following our trip to take possession of
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There are a many benefits and challenges to buying a new boat anywhere. But one has to accept that it will be a little (a lot?) harder to complete the boat buying and outfitting process from afar. We are more experienced than most as we completed a new boat purchase in a foreign country with
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From Our Sail Designer, Quantum Sails by Andrew Waters, Quantum Sails When Stephen and Estelle approached Quantum Sails to build them a downwind sail for “Z3” that would propel them westward across the Atlantic in the ARC Rally, we discussed some very specific requirements. It must be durable enough to fly in the upper wind
How We Came to Be Liveaboards with Catamaran Guru’s Help by David Knight, Lagoon 440, India, Owner & Liveaboard In all my life I had jumped on a Hobie Cat maybe a handful of times and took a dinghy sailing course with the Royal Navy when I was a teenager. Yet I had always had a
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Multihull World Features Cat Guru’s New Bali 5.4 Multihull World Australia features Catamaran Guru’s new home and office, the Bali 5.4
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Catamaran Guru and crew began their latest adventure from Canet-en-Rousillon, France, where they pick up their new Bali 5.4. Follow the link for successive stories as the journey unfolds. During the ARC Rally that will wrap up mid-December 2019, you can keep up with Z3 and crew’s position in the Multihull A class. Visit the ARC
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Stewart Coates from S/V Luckyfish (YouTube Channel Lucky Fish Got Away) interviewed us about charter programs.. He wanted to find out what these charter programs are about and how his audience can benefit from it. There is plenty of good information in these videos for anyone who are starting out in this process. Ownership in
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This recipe is from my good friend, Monica, who visits on our boat often. Her recipe produces a rich and delicious chocolate mousse in minutes. It is the easiest dessert to make in a pinch and will wow your guests (if you leave any in the bowl for them!). Place the following in a blender:
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I hope this update finds everyone in good health and fortune. It has been a while since Stephen and I last posted a personal update. We have been staying very busy helping catamaran enthusiasts make their dreams come true with consulting and yacht sales (check out all the exciting stuff some of our boat owners
Time for a New Sailing Adventure! Atlantic Crossing & More! Read More »
JOIN US Bali 5.4 North American Debut The U.S. Sailboat Show in Annapolis is just around the corner and the display of award-winning new model catamarans is more impressive than ever. Come to Dock D to speak with us and step aboard the Bali 5.4. We’ll be offering tours of the Bali 5.4 and pointing
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Considering Placing your Yacht into a Tax Program? STOP! Read this First! Operating your yacht as a small business in a charter program can generate substantial tax advantages. We know, because we operated our own Lagoon 450S and now our Bali 5.4 as businesses in the tax-advantaged yacht ownership program. And we can tell you that
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Applying for an MMSI License A Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) is a 9-digit number used to identify a ship radio. If you’re a US boater and plan on traveling to or communicating with a foreign port, you can get an MMSI number by applying for a ship station license through the Federal Communications Commission
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Being a Part of the Abacos Recovery Even with more images and videos appearing daily of the fate of the Abacos from Hurricane Dorian’s wrath, it remains hard to fathom the statistics. The New York Times published some compelling before and after images of popular Bahamas destinations. According to the Red Cross, ~13,000 homes roughly ~45%
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Lagoon 42 Catamaran Watermaker repairs The Sea Recovery Ultra Whisper watermaker is a low power system, engineered for boaters with limited power options. They are quiet and easy to operate and is a great fit for sailboats. However, the units installed in the Lagoon 42 catamarans, have reportedly had issues from day one and the
ALERT: Lagoon 42 Catamaran Watermaker Fix Read More »
Yanmar offers a variety of Diesel Engine Maintenance and related tech such as installing Vessel Control Systems (VCS). In the classes at the Mack Boring facility at 245 Belmont Drive, Somerset N.J, you can learn about diesel engine maintenance as well as how to break down an engine for emergency repairs. Owners of virtually every
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2021 All-Catamaran Rendezvous Event Date TBD, 2021 | Place TBD If you missed the last year’s All-Catamaran Rendezvous, check back here or follow Catamaran Guru on Facebook to get all the details as they start to unfold. You can also join our Chattermaran Facebook group to get in touch with other sailing enthusiasts, cruisers, and
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