Sunday, 27 April 2014

Reasons To Choose Power Catamarans Over Other Boats

By Heidi Carver


Sailing is a very excellent way of enjoying the fine weather along with your family. Since summer is drawing near, there is nothing better than being on board a boat and sailing off into the horizon. Just imagine having sunny days and cool nights on a boat, enjoying the beauty of life at sea. Well, this is dream summer activity is most definitely not impossible, as all you need is the perfect boat for you and your family and friends.

There are, of course, many different kinds of sail boats. Dinghies can accommodate only two people on board. Bass boats are for freshwater fishing. Bay boats are designed for use in shallow waters. Cruisers feature a cabin at the bow and are usually for an overnight stay. House boats are really houses complete with facilities, only they float instead of planted on land. Powerboats and power catamarans are perfect for sailing and cruising and feature storage and other amenities to help you be comfortable while at sea.

Catamarans are classified under power boats. These types of water vessels are of superior design and are very popular among boat lovers. There are two types of power boats, those that have one hull and those that have two or more.

The catamaran falls under the latter category. It is a type of water craft that features two hulls connected by a sturdy frame. This is designed for ultimate comfort and stability. Others argue that this particular type of boat is not safe, unlike those with only one hull. Well, there are always pros and cons to everything, and the positive attributes of this vessel easily outweighs the negatives.

Cats are extremely comfortable rides. Because it has two hulls, it is not easily swayed. Since it does not rock during swells, its passengers will not easily get sea sick. Its unique design does not allow sound to pass through from room to room, so expect privacy in each soundproof cabin.

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.

Cats offer more space. Its two hulls allow you to bring more things as compared to boats that have only one hull. Aside from being spacious, everything in a catamaran is at eye level, so passengers do not have to go down dark cabins as with other water vessels.

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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