Are cat boats easy to sail?
Cat rigs, on the other hand, are truly simple to sail and manage. With one large sail and no rigging, a cat rig is up and running in moments and they can be single-handed quite easily. There is also considerable savings not having to maintain, tune or replace expensive rigs.
Are cat boats seaworthy?
Catboats were particularly convenient in New England because of their seaworthy hull shape, shallow draft, and retractable centerboard. Fishermen were able to get into much shallower waters and also fish offshore on occasion.
Are catboats fast?
Most cat boats are relatively heavy and not exactly modern keel/rudder setups, and a little slow. Wyliecat 30 is light and modern underbody and is fast. For lake sailing and single handing I think a catboat is a good choice.
How much is a Craig Cat?
The basic electric CraigCat costs $2,691 with two seats, or $2,827 if you add a pair of rear-facing seats. Don’t expect to win any drag races, though – top speed for the electric model, which runs off a deep-cycle marine battery, is 5 mph.
Is a CraigCat a PWC?
The CraigCat is registered as an open motor boat or runabout and is not considered a PWC. CraigCat® not only provides all of this, but does it with extremely low maintenance and only using about a gallon of fuel per hour.
What kind of sailboat is a Beetle Cat?
Traditional beetle cat sailboat. Hull number 1024 which means it is from the late sixties. Made of wood and in very good shape. Hull has been refastened with stainless steel in the recent past. Needs new canvas and some deck repair.
How much is a 16 foot Hobie Cat boat worth?
This beautiful 16 foot Hobie cat is ready to sail! Boat comes with 2 sails (Main and jib) in pristine condition, updated lines, rebuilt rudder fittings, trapeze wires, beach dolly and road trailer. All are in good condition. Need gone, so willing to negotiate. Asking price is $2,000 or best offer!
Is there a 32’catamaran sailboat for sale?
Up for sale is a 32′ Catamaran sailboat hull in need of a total rebuild. This open water sailboat is in poor condition but the hull is ridged and strong. I purchased this sailboat from a marina in Waukegan IL in 2008. The marina did provide me with a clear title.
What kind of sailboat is 1024?
Traditional beetle cat sailboat. Hull number 1024 which means it is from the late sixties. Made of wood and in very good shape. Hull has been refastened with stainless steel in the recent past. Needs new canvas and some deck repair. There was a hole in one plank and a Dutchman repair was started. It needs the new piece installed.