Advantages of a multihull sailboat

jotra76 · 21-09-2008, 18:58

What are the advantages of a multihull sailboat that monohull sailboats dont have monohull sailboats and vice versa

sctpc · 21-09-2008, 19:07

thats easy monohulls are a thing of the past and its that simple go on a cat and you will never want to go on a mono again

Pelagic · 21-09-2008, 19:14

I totally agree with sctpc. I am giving away my Dutch built 65ft steel schooner.

Does anyone want it?

**David M** · 21-09-2008, 19:18

jotra, if you do a search you will find dozens of threads that cover this topic.

SunKing · 21-09-2008, 19:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pelagic

I totally agree with sctpc. I am giving away my Dutch built 65ft steel schooner.

Does anyone want it?

YUP!!!

**David M** · 21-09-2008, 19:30

Pelagic...is that an icebreaker bow on that thing?

Pelagic · 21-09-2008, 19:49

No……. but it is handy for going to windward!

Tropic Cat · 21-09-2008, 20:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by jotra76

What are the advantages of a multihull sailboat that monohull sailboats dont have monohull sailboats and vice versa

Oh boy...not again..

My friend. If you do a seach on the forum on this topic you'll find that it's been covered pretty thoroughly once or twice (or 50 ) times

Use this link for your search.

Cruisers & Sailing Forum

bayview · 21-09-2008, 21:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by jotra76

What are the advantages of a multihull sailboat that monohull sailboats dont have monohull sailboats and vice versa

Well, after reading all the posts on this I've concluded a multihull only has an advantage if its close to 50ft LOA, weighs less than 6000kg with all options plus 5000kg of fuel and water, is constructed of Basalt fibre, fire retardent vinylester and balsa , with flat bottoms and at least two unstayed masts. I'm sure Ive got it right!

Tropic Cat · 21-09-2008, 21:19

Now that's funny, this guy's a comedian!! Why don't you make it 65 FT LOA, 3 masts and 4000 Kgs?

rebel heart · 22-09-2008, 00:43

I don't think one clearly dominates over the other. They're different, and have pros and cons. Depending upon your style, sailing area, and personal preferences, certain aspects of one will probably be more suitable to your situation.

I like my monohull, and the multi guys love their boats too.

mojo · 22-09-2008, 02:13

You can have a blast sailing on a mono or a multi and the debate on which is better will go on until the end of time.

Alan Wheeler · 22-09-2008, 03:14

I am truly amazed at some of the rediculous comments made here in the multi forum. I asked a serious question on another Forum just recently. Why is it that Multi's don't head to windward very well. We had a really great serious discussion about the subject and I learned a lot. It's about time some here hardened up a bit and realise that here are some posters that are actually posting some real questions, not "picking on" multi hull owners.
So at least two or three have given some good answers.
Jotra, the question is a big one. There are many variables. Some like the speed and the looks and certainly the space in a multi. But some don't like the ride. A the difference between sailing the two are chalk and cheese. The only similarity is that they go on water. The big issues is berthing costs, purchase costs, hauling costs due to not many places able to do so. And it takes a bit of skill berthing one in a good wind.
Personaly for me, I love mono's. Not saying I don't like multi's, just saying my preference is mono. I like the way they sail, I like the way they ride and I like the way they look. Some mono's are butt ugly and some are poetry on water. I only have one multi I like the shape of. The rest don't do it for me. But if I was young and into racing, it would be a cat. I learned to sail on a cat and loved the speed of the little hybrid I had. But today if money was not an issue, I think I would go a bigger mono. Pelagic, that 65ft'er looks the bees knees mate.

**GordMay** · 22-09-2008, 04:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by rebel heart

I don't think one clearly dominates over the other. They're different, and have pros and cons. Depending upon your style, sailing area, and personal preferences, certain aspects of one will probably be more suitable to your situation.
I like my monohull, and the multi guys love their boats too.

Perhaps this was the thrust of Jotra's original query.
How do the differences between Mono's & Multi's translate into advantages or disadvantages in performance, comfort, handling, and etc?

Woods Designs · 22-09-2008, 05:17

I suggest you read the article I wrote that was published earlier this year in Practical Boat Owner magazine (the UK's largest boating magazine).

You can buy a copy from PBO or see it by following the link on the Latest News page of my website

www.sailingcatamarans.com

You will probably also find my FAQ's page helpful

Enjoy your sailing, whatever the boat

Richard Woods of Woods Designs

www.sailingcatamarans.com

21-09-2008, 18:58	#1
jotra76 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 5	Advantages of a multihull sailboat What are the advantages of a multihull sailboat that monohull sailboats dont have monohull sailboats and vice versa

21-09-2008, 19:07	#2
sctpc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Melbourne Australia Posts: 82	thats easy monohulls are a thing of the past and its that simple go on a cat and you will never want to go on a mono again __________________ May there always be water under your boat, May she always be seaworthy, ever afloat, May the bilge pump be certain to work night and day, May the compass and charts always show the safe way, May you find gentle harbor as every day ends, May you lower your anchor amidst peace and good friends.

21-09-2008, 19:18	#4
David M Moderator Site Helper Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: San Francisco Bay Posts: 2,773	jotra, if you do a search you will find dozens of threads that cover this topic. __________________ David "Marge! Look at all the great stuff I found at the Marina. It was just sitting in some guys boat!" -Homer Simpson

21-09-2008, 19:30	#6
David M Moderator Site Helper Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: San Francisco Bay Posts: 2,773	Pelagic...is that an icebreaker bow on that thing? __________________ David "Marge! Look at all the great stuff I found at the Marina. It was just sitting in some guys boat!" -Homer Simpson

21-09-2008, 19:49	#7
Pelagic Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Boat: Van Helleman Schooner 65ft StarGazer Posts: 1,090	No……. but it is handy for going to windward! Attached Thumbnails

21-09-2008, 19:14	#3
Pelagic Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Boat: Van Helleman Schooner 65ft StarGazer Posts: 1,090	I totally agree with sctpc. I am giving away my Dutch built 65ft steel schooner. Does anyone want it?

21-09-2008, 21:19	#10
Tropic Cat Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Merritt Island, FL Boat: Catalac 8M Posts: 1,352	Now that's funny, this guy's a comedian!! Why don't you make it 65 FT LOA, 3 masts and 4000 Kgs? __________________ Rick in Florida Catalac 8M twin yanmar diesels Catalac Catamaran USA Web Site

22-09-2008, 00:43	#11
rebel heart Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Diego Boat: Hans Christian 36 Posts: 802 Images: 3	I don't think one clearly dominates over the other. They're different, and have pros and cons. Depending upon your style, sailing area, and personal preferences, certain aspects of one will probably be more suitable to your situation. I like my monohull, and the multi guys love their boats too. __________________ Keep the water on the outside, you on the inside, and the stick in the air. http://rebelheart.squarespace.com

22-09-2008, 02:13	#12
mojo Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Boat: Cruising Cat Posts: 14	You can have a blast sailing on a mono or a multi and the debate on which is better will go on until the end of time. __________________ Mojo

22-09-2008, 03:14	#13
Alan Wheeler Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Marlborough Sounds. New Zealand Boat: Hartley Tahitian 45ft. Leisure Lady Posts: 8,047 Images: 102	I am truly amazed at some of the rediculous comments made here in the multi forum. I asked a serious question on another Forum just recently. Why is it that Multi's don't head to windward very well. We had a really great serious discussion about the subject and I learned a lot. It's about time some here hardened up a bit and realise that here are some posters that are actually posting some real questions, not "picking on" multi hull owners. So at least two or three have given some good answers. Jotra, the question is a big one. There are many variables. Some like the speed and the looks and certainly the space in a multi. But some don't like the ride. A the difference between sailing the two are chalk and cheese. The only similarity is that they go on water. The big issues is berthing costs, purchase costs, hauling costs due to not many places able to do so. And it takes a bit of skill berthing one in a good wind. Personaly for me, I love mono's. Not saying I don't like multi's, just saying my preference is mono. I like the way they sail, I like the way they ride and I like the way they look. Some mono's are butt ugly and some are poetry on water. I only have one multi I like the shape of. The rest don't do it for me. But if I was young and into racing, it would be a cat. I learned to sail on a cat and loved the speed of the little hybrid I had. But today if money was not an issue, I think I would go a bigger mono. Pelagic, that 65ft'er looks the bees knees mate. __________________ Wheels For God so loved the world..........He didn't send a committee.

22-09-2008, 05:17	#15
Woods Designs Commercial Vendor Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: UK and BC, Canada when not sailing Boat: 25ft Merlin catamaran, 34ft Romany catamaran Posts: 66	I suggest you read the article I wrote that was published earlier this year in Practical Boat Owner magazine (the UK's largest boating magazine). You can buy a copy from PBO or see it by following the link on the Latest News page of my website www.sailingcatamarans.com You will probably also find my FAQ's page helpful Enjoy your sailing, whatever the boat Richard Woods of Woods Designs www.sailingcatamarans.com

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