Catamaran Buying Guide & Tips
Coping As A Liveaboard Sailor During The Pandemic
Most of us who live aboard are used to being independent, self-sufficient and can live “off the grid” for long periods of time. We usually
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Why A Catamaran?
Top 6 Characteristics of a Good Catamaran
What Makes a Good Catamaran? As we (Stephen and Estelle) self-isolate during this pandemic aboard Zuri, our Bali 5.4, we thought we would share some
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Trivia & Fun Facts
Where Does the Term “Head” Come from on Boats?
Why is a Toilet Called a Head on Boats? The term “head” used for a marine toilet started because of the location of the toilet
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Seamanship
Downwind Sailing on a Cruising Catamaran
Although sailing downwind in the trades in a cruising boat has its challenges, it is a relatively pleasant and fairly easy experience on a catamaran.
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Catamaran Reviews
Bali Catamarans Solid Foredeck: Great Feature or Bad Idea?
For the last five or six years we have been told by interested Bali catamaran buyers that various “experts” including salespeople and dealers, have rumored
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Cruiser Resources
Boat Re-Naming Ceremony & Christening
Renaming your yacht is an important decision, especially if your yacht will be in charter as it is a significant part of its brand and
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Cruising Stories
ARC Rally for Cruisers Began! Follow Us!
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
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Cruising Stories
ARC Parties, Seminars, and Readying for the Race
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
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Cruising Stories
Taking Possession of Z3 and Setting a Course for Adventure
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
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Catamaran Buying Guide & Tips
Buying a New Boat in Foreign Country…Navigating Pitfalls
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
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Cruiser Resources
Quantum Sails
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
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News
Testimonial: From Emailing to Liveaboard Sailing
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
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In the Media
Multihull World Features Cat Guru’s New Bali 5.4
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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Where We've Been
Where Is The Catamaran Guru Crew Now?
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
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Charter Management Tips
Charter Management Programs Video Interview & Discussion
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
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Guru Recipes
Jiffy Chocolate Mousse
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.
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Cruising Stories
Time for a New Sailing Adventure! Atlantic Crossing & More!
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.
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News
Annapolis Sail Boat Show 2019
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
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