Big cats, big smiles
Article Abstract:
Modern catamarans are very different from their ancestors, benefitting from computer design and space age materials to make them light, manageable and seaworthy. Multihull design has also been developed with the stimulation from favorable tax laws in some European nations.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1997
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Big cruisers, big choices
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Four 45-footer sailboats are evaluated. These include the Dufour 45 Classic, the Catalina 470, the Beneteau Oceanis 461 and the Hunter 450 Passage. The models offer differing options from fast sailing and extended cruising to living aboard.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1999
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Inspired designs and designers
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A history of the development of the sailing boat in the 1970s is presented. New standards for safety, boat handling, cabin space and performance resulted in a wide range of sailing boat designs.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2000
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