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May 14, 2014
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starstarstarstarstar 		Steep seas
by: Salty

How do catamarans handle a steep following sea?
Do you use a drogue or just hang on?
Also with steep seas on the nose, do you crab up the wave or just Sail over the top?
Nov 21, 2013
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starstarstarstarstar 		A Compelling Argument for Cruising Catamarans
by: Dick McClary

Even to a committed monohull sailor, you present a compelling argument in favour of a catamaran for long distance cruising - and having proved your case by sailing around the world in one you've certainly got my attention. Congratulations on your circumnavigation and thanks for the excellent article.

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