Catamaran Friendly Boat Yards

Anyone who owns or is considering the ownership of a Catamaran has to take into consideration the concept of width. Being a bit wider than mono-hulls, knowing where to dock and where to service such a craft becomes and important issue. In this post I would like to identify a few choices here in Florida as to service yards that do have the capacity and interest in Catamarans and would like to think that those interested in commenting could bring other choices to the table. Folks in the business that would like to post their facility and or comment are more than welcome!

Here are few facilities that I am familar with that I can recommend, Lauderdale Marine Center is our local facility and is quite capable of handling Cats over 30' wide. There is very capable service specialists at the facility to handle just about anything one might need. They can be found at http://www.lauderdalemarinecenter.com/ The downside is this is a mega-yacht facility in a mega priced town where one does have to deal with the New River to get there. Lots of bridges on a very busy river.

Another facility that I have been aware of and recently visited is St. Augustine Marine. This facility has always had a great rail that has the capacity to haul larger Catamarans. The ownership has plans to increase their capacity to over 30' with a new well and lift. Great place great people and easy to get to from the ocean. http://www.staugustinemarine.com/

Finally, I love this place and the people, definitely Catamaran friendly with a rail that can haul up to 40'. I have sent customers to this facility a number of times. Little off the path in South West Florida, but worth a visit if you are in the area. The "Ragged Ass Saloon is across the street.

You can find them via http://www.bobandannies.com/ Each of these Facilities offer a different experience where all of the services are professional and worth consideration. If you have a favorite place to recommend in your area, and remember this has global readership please feel free to comment!