Catamaran Sailing Techniques, How to Choose a Catamaran (video)
How to choose a catamaran and modern developments:
In the last of the series from Yachting World, Nigel Irens guides us through the process of choosing a catamaran, and speaks to Lloyd Thornburg, owner and skipper of record-breaking Phaedo 3 and asks his opinion on what to look for in a multihull. Published on May 16, 2016
Yachting World Playlist: Catamaran Sailing Techniques with Nigel Irens:
Catamaran sailing techniques:
- Part 1- How to leave the dock safely 5:20
- Part 2 – Docking your boat in a harbour 8:26
- Part 3 - Anchoring and picking up a mooring 5:31
- Part 4 - Upwind sailing tips 8:06
- Part 5 - Downwind sailing tips 7:55
- Part 6 – Tips for sailing in storms and heavy weather 7:59
- Part 7 - Ocean sailing in safety 8:54
- Part 8 - How to choose a catamaran 9:50
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