Lagoon 440 Sailing Catamaran for sale Lying Cyprus Mediterranean

This Lagoon 440 Sailing Catamaran for sale is ready to go sailing! 2008 Lagoon 440 Sail Catamaran for sale lying Cyprus in the Med Mediterranean has the following notes:

Make: Lagoon 440


General information: LAGOON 440, OWNER VERSION 3 CABINS, OWNER BOAT THAT HAS NEVER BEEN CHARTERED. This Yacht is lying here in Cyprus, MED, Private Use only; she is very well kept and maintained, she is fully loaded


Year of manufacture 2008
Length overall 13,61 metres
Beam 7,7 metres
Draft 1,3 metres

Engine 2 X Inboard Diesel Volvo Penta D2-55 HP
Generator Onan 9 kW


Navigation 2 Raymarine E120
Raymarine Radar
Raymarine VHF
Raymarine Autopilot with remote control
3 Raymarine ST 70 instuments
Raymarine AIS 500
Furuno NAVTEX Weather Receiver

Accomodation Number of double cabins 3
Number of singel cabins 2

Gally Watermaker 95L/H New spring 2009!
2 Fridges
Deep Freese
Micro Wave Oven


Miscellaneous Battery Charger 80 Amp. Double Engine Control.... Electrical Fans in Salon & Cabins. Interface Raymarine SEATALK. Blue Upholstery. Mosquito Screens. Curtains on All Hatches. Pulpits Seats. Lazy Bag. Courtesey Lights. Gasoil Pump Tranfer. Fresh Water Pump in Salon.. Pump for water on deck. Genacker. Washing machine.,.Fuel, Oil & Water Filters Spare for Engines, etc... Extra Anker 20kg.

Tender: Brigg 330 with jokeyseat.
Honda outboard 4 stroke, 15 Hp with electric starter.
Asking Price is 450,000 EURO

As always if you have any further interest in the details please do let me know! You can find me at 954-821-6450 or you can email jaust about anytime at john.anderson@catamarans.com Thank you for your interest!

St Francis 44 Catamaran For Sale Florida USA

St Francis 44 Catamaran for Sale Florida USA. This St Francis 44 Catamaran is a recent entry to the market. I have her history from the original owner through to current and can suggest that this vessel is in very nice shape. She has never been chartered only cruised by her first and second now current owner. If you have any interest and or questions as to current condition and equipment list please feel free to contact me via phone and or email. Asking price is Below 300K USD 954.821.6450 and most anytime at john.anderson@catamarans.com

IT'S SHOWTIME! COME VISIT US AT THE FALL SHOWS!

T'is the Season, Fall Boat Show Season! Come visit us! Catamarans for Sale at both the Annapolis Boat Show Gemini Catamarans the New Gemini Hunter "Design Touch" Catamaran Lagoon Catamarans and further the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show and New and Used Previously Owned Catamarans for sale!

We look so forward to seeing our friends and customers, please do let us know if you are coming to the Shows! John and Cheryl Anderson 954.821.6450 just about anytime or email john.anderson@catamarans.com

CALL FOR DETAILS

Lagoon 440 on the Rails St Augustine Marine

Lagoon 38 380 41 410 42 420 440 47 470 50 500 57 570 62 620 Catamaran for sale on the rails for maintenance here at The St Augustine Catamaran Center St Augustine Marine Florida USA. Our facilities include boat yard, lifts and rail ways for commissioning repairs re-fits and upgrades. Full service to include glass paint carpentry electrics electronics motor serivce canvas and upholstry. Both short term and long term storage convenient to both the ICW and the Atlantic Ocean with no bridge restrictions to the yard.

For further information please feel free to contact me just about anytime John Anderson 954.821.6450 or email john.anderson@catamarans.com

GUESS THE BUILDER OF THIS CATAMARAN!

If you answered Gemini with the New Hunter "Design Touch" Interior you are quite correct!

2011 Gemini Hunter Catamarans for Sale Here is a bit more information! "The Secrets Out"! Interested in more information! Just about anytime 954-821-6450 email john.anderson@catamarans.com

Catamarans of the Caribbean

Catamarans for sale in the Caribbean BVI British Virgin Islands and through out the Islands.

When looking for Lagoon Robertson and Caine Leopard and Fountaine Pajot Catamarans for sale you will find just about this time of the year that the larger charter companies are processing the phase out yachts in their fleet, this means that there is an abnormal number of catamarans that have been put into the market over a very short time. These charter companies have tried to pre-sell, this to be created inventory, but there are not too many buyers who are willing to make a purchase with out having the opportunity to survey and sail away.

For some, purchasing in the Caribbean can be a bit intimidating if you are not familiar with the Islands and the process. I have spent many years working with that environment and would like to extend my observations and services to any one interested in the assistance. There can be some very good buys, the exchange rate is better than it has been in the past, so please feel comfortable in emailing just about anytime john.anderson@catamarans.com and or just a call away at 954.821.6450

NEW GEMINI 105MC CATAMARAN ARRIVES ST AUGUSTINE FLORIDA

Gemini 105MC Catamaran for sale arrives St Augustine Florida USA!!!

Here is an Invitation! We are happy to announce that, for a limited time, we have made a new 2010 MC 105 available for your inspection, here in St Augustine! This is the perfect choice if you have considered a Catamaran in this size range. The ingenuity of lifting centerboards and kick-up rudders will have you sailing through less than 2' of water. A 14' beam that can moor in a standard slip or truck across the country.

For a limited time, please feel free to call and make an appointment to preview a New Gemini MC105 here in Saint Augustine, located at Saint Augustine Marine Center, via The Saint Augustine Catamaran Center. We will be prepared to discuss her merits, discuss options to include electronics and air conditioning as well as pricing and current delivery.

As always, please feel free to contact me most anytime John Anderson 954-821-6450 and or john.anderson@catamarans.com

Mono-hull vs. Multi-hull Serious Sailor's Choices for Sale!!

An Invitation!

If you have ever worked the choice of a mono-hull vs a multi-hull here is a wonderful opportunity to test the experience! Koa Kia a 2001 Catamaran PDQ Antares 42 for sale has just arrived, St Augustine Florida USA. She is a lovely yacht worth anyone's attention. Asking Price is 395K USD and worth every bit that her owners are asking! One would really need to forward a request for further details... Koa Kai is an immaculate 3 cabin/2 head owner's version catamaran.

Bob and Tina Podolak, her current owners, searched far and wide for just the right yacht to experience their intended adventure of the cruising life. Koa Kai met every expectation along with a wonderful itinerary of traveling the East Coast of the US and the Bahamas. This vessel is NOW on the "hard" St Augustine Marine and is available for inspection with an appointment. An absolute must see if you are considering a comfortable cruising Catamaran.

For the moment, here is a great opportunity to then inspect at St Augustine Marine A 2009 Hunter 49 Aft Cockpit Sailboat for sale St Augustine Florida USA.

A luxurious passagemaker with a versatile floor plan for total extended offshore cruising, the Hunter 49 offers a complete range of live aboard accommodations and outstanding entertainment features. With an overall length of 49 feet 11 inches, plus a 14 feet, 5 inch beam and 6 feet 9 inches of salon headroom, the Hunter 49 is a BIG boat with impressive interior volume. A dual-ended mainsheet allows adjustments from both the cockpit and companionway, and all sheets and halyards end at the cockpit. This fine yacht is comparably priced at $385K USD.

Here is a rare opportunity to take the time to review the mono-hull, multi-hull dilemma in a casual boat yard environment without the boat show hype. We have all the services right here and available to discuss many cruising systems from communications, electronics to out-fitting based upon your intended adventure. Maybe it is time to take the time to enjoy Historic St Augustine and solve that dilemma of what works best for you. You Decide!

Book that appointment today! I can be reached just about anytime at 954-821-6450 or email at john.anderson@catamarans.com

Privilege 42 Catamaran for Sale "Radio Flyer"

"Radio Flyer" is a 1997 Privilege 42 Catamaran for sale currently available Miami Florida USA. Her asking price is $325,000 but should be considered very much for sale so please bring offers.

This vessel was semi-custom built for a very particular customer. She is an owner’s version given copious storage built into her interior. Though semi-custom she still very much carries the true Privilege appearance with additions and modifications that compliment a more livable environment. She had little hours on her when she transferred to the current owner who generally had her kept in the BVI, never chartered but under constant maintenance and upgrading by Catamaran Charters BVI Technical Support Staff. Well known in her local waters around the British Virgin Islands.

This vessel is in very good shape for her age where the:

OWNERS NOTES:
BOTTOM STRIPPED DOWN TO GEL COAT AND REPAINTED FEB 2010
CUTLASS BEARINGS AND ZINCS FEB 2010
NEW RUDDER BEARINGS FEB 2010
NEW CUSHIONS IN COCKPIT 2009
MAST TAKEN DOWN REWIRED REPAINTED 2009
CROSS MEMBER REMOVED AND REPAINTED 2009
ALL RIGGING INSPECTED AND UPGRADED AS REQUIRED 2009
MAJORITY OF HALYARDS REPLACED 2007/2010
NEW SOCK FOR SPINNIKER 2009
NEW GENNY 2009
NEW BIMINI 2009
DOCUMENTS FOR EQUIPMENT ON BOARD, COMPLETE SET
INCLUDES RAIN GEAR.
GARMIN GPS MAP 176 COLOR (IN TENDER)
FISH FINDER/DEPTH SOUNDER (IN TENDER)
CUSTOM HELM SEAT
ADITTIONAL SUPPORTS TO BIMINI FRAME

FEB 2010 SURVEY AVAILABLE TO INTERESTED PARTIES

Too much to add after that! So, if you are interested in this type of catamaran for sale then please do contact me as soon as possible as she will not last long. You can reach me just about any time at 954-821-6450 or email john.anderson@catamarans.com

Lagoon 380 Sales and Service St Augustine Catamaran Center

Catamaran Service and Sales. Just about any catamaran though, we can haul up to a 40' beam! One of the great opportunities for The St Augustine Catamaran Center is it's location in St Augustine Marine just off the Inter Coastal along the San Sabatian River.

Tim Benner of "I Dream of Jeanne", a Lagoon 380, and a very active member of the Lagoon Owners Forum, recently pulled for maintenance here at the yard. Tim, is always got some project going on. I had the opportunity to inspect the Hardtop that he built himself and did a great job! I have enjoyed Tim's willingness to pass on to other Lagoon owners his challenges in maintaining his Catamaran and I am sure that those who have had the opportunity to learn from his challenges appreciate his input just as much or more!

Tim has been great, in assisting with what we are doing here at St Augustine Catamaran Center. Recently we had a day event "tagged" Bahama Bound provided by SouthEast Sailing and Yachts, our direct Service provider and Tim was gracious enough to bring his Lagoon 380 to our docks and further monitored a seminar "Sailing the Bahamas from a Catamaran Prospective". Great event. Well attended, good speakers that covered a multiple number of topics from communications to clearing customs, navigation and as well as places to go. Anway, a big thanks to Tim for his catamaran input.

We are excited about the growth of St Augustine Catamaran Center and our very pleased to provide high quality service via SouthEast Sailing and St Augustine Marine. If you are looking for storage, bottom jobs and or complete repairs and re-fits please feel free to give me a call John Anderson, 954-821-6450. Email? You can reach me just about anytime john.anderson@catamarans.com

Catamarans sometimes Large and Small!!

Here is a picture and a story that I thought is worth sharing. Wandering the docks recently here was a gentlemen and his Catamaran anchored just off the docks of Oyster Creek, St Augustine. He was close enough that I could ask a few questions.

He explained to me that the entire craft was built by himself. "I'm still working on the rig and sail!,, but works just fine!" I noticed the rather curious vertical panel off the aft port hull and after further inspection realized that this piece of plywood was attached to a rod and drum arrangement further attached by line to the tiller and rudder on the starboard hull... A self steering system! I had to ask if it worked.. "Works pretty good most of the time" was the answer.. As I wished him well, heading off the docks,, smiled to myself and noted that sailing so often is living that dream! A dream that can be executed both large and small.. Fair Winds!

St Francis 48 for Sale on the Rail! St Augustine Marine

Here is a St Francis 48 for sale on the rail for survey and sea trial Saint Augustine Marine Florida USA.

We have the ability to haul up to 40' in beam, an easy reach from the Atlantic Ocean.

When you are looking for a yard for catamaran service please do call for quotes as we are catamaran specilaists from a Gemini 105Mc to larger Lagoon Catamarans. We do it all in "one stop shopping". St Augustine Catamaran Center located in St Augustine Marine, 400 Riberia St Suite A St Augustine Florida USA. You can find me just about anytime at 954.821.6450 or email john.anderson@catamarans.com

Manta Catamarans for Sale Florida USA

Currently it is a Manta Catamaran for Sale Event!! We have one of the largest selections of Used Manta Catamarans for sale than probably we have had at any other time in the marketplace to date. These well sought after cruising catamarans are generally pretty tough to come by, so if you have considered purchase, this is the time to buy. Designed to be the perfect live aboard cruising yacht from full-time cruisers feedback. As the Manta's were packaged, most of these yachts have been fitted with most all the equipment one would consider for cruising from generator to air conditioning all the way to the washer and Dryer.

Here are the current choices.

44' Manta Power Catamaran for sale 2005 asking 435K USD Maryland

42' Manta Sail Catamaran for sale 2007 asking 435K USD Siesta Key FL

42' Manta Sail Catamaran for sale 2006 asking 449K USD Fort Lauderdale FL

42' Manta Sail Catamaran for sale 2006 asking 459K USD Fort Lauderdale FL

42' Manta Sail Catamaran for sale 2004 asking 385K USD Wilmington NC

42' Manta Sail Catamaran for sale 2004 asking 375K USD Palmetto FL

42' 2004 Manta Sail Catamaran for sale asking 370K USD Puerto Rico

40' 1998 Manta Sail Catamaran for sale asking 270K USD Fort Lauderdale FL

38' 1994 Manta Sail Catamaran for sale asking 165K USD TX

As you can see the time is right to buy your Manta Catamaran for sale! If you would like further details on one or all of these choices please do let me know. You can find me just about anytime, call 954-821-6450 or email john.anderson@catamarans.com

St Augustine Catamaran Center does the Savannah Boat Show!

The Savannah Boat Show Georgia February 26th through the 28th 2010 Gemini Catamarans and Lagoon Catamarans for Sale and for Charter.

BOOTH DISPLAY ONLY!! But we will be prepared to discuss these builders, our brokerage market and inventory in St Augustine and Fort Lauderdale Florida. Along with the our Professional Marine Services.


This will be a new show for us, The St. Augustine Catamaran Center and SouthEast Sailing and Yachts. If you can not make the Miami Show and are in the Charleston/Savannah area we would like to discuss your interests in Yachting Interests whether multi-hull or mono-hull, please look us up! We offer full service to include:

Just about anything that you might need for your Yachting plans, we will be there to discuss your yachting needs!

Carpentry
Sales Viking Life Rafts
Gen and Air Sales and Service
Electrics/Electronics
Canvas and Upholstery
Bottom Painting
New Catamaran Mono-Hull Sales, both New and Previously Owned, whether buying and or selling!
Both Dry and Wet Storage, Lift capacity up to 23’6”, Rail Service up to 30'
Charter inquires please apply!

See you in Savannah!!


As always you can find me just about anytime at 954-821-6450 or email john.anderson@catamarans.com See you at the show! Can't make the Show! CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT TODAY!

Sailing your Dream, a Dream that can be Reached!

You know, all of us spend time looking and dreaming for our next adventure. Some good folks that have a Lagoon 440 Catamaran not for sale have lived that dream and a dream that goes on, Sail On,!! They recently wrote:

"Hey John, It is great to hear from you. Yep, we are still cruising, in fact we are now starting our third year. While Leu Cat is moored in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador, Mary Margaret and I are currently in the Peruvian Amazon.

We still post our daily blog at: http://www.sailblogs.com/member/leucat/

Awhile ago I started adding a "Techno-Tip Of The Day" when we are on the boat. There must be over 200 of them now. These are just daily tips on anything relating to cruising: from maintenance, repairs, sailing techniques, nautical stuff, etc, etc, etc. When Mary Margaret writes the blog, she does a Galley Tip Of The Day. We started this at the request of a number of readers of our blog. Who would have thought when we started our blog we would have about 500 to 600 readers a week from all over the world. Go figure!In early March we head over to the Galapagos and then in early April we head over to the Marquesas and points west.

We hope to be in New Zealand by November of this year.The Lagoon 440 is doing great. We really love the way she sails, even with all of the weight we have on her. However, I am still trying to learn the best way of flying the asymmetrical spinnaker we have. Any tips you can send our way would be greatly appreciated. Also, any tips you may have on reefing downwind. I have added a downhaul, which helps but if you have good insight on reefing a catamaran on a downwind tack, if would be appreciated. With the big roachy mailsail, it is so different than a monohull!I still try to steer people your way. We greatly appreciated everything you did for us.Best Regards and give your now, not so recent bride, our warmest thoughts. Dave Leu"

I wish David and Mary Margaret the very best, Sail On!,, and if you would like to begin your own adventure and looking for the right yacht?, please feel free to contact me just about any time at 954.821.6450 or email john.anderson@catamarans.com

Catamaran Friendly Boat Yards Florida USA an Up Date

I am always looking for Catamaran friendly Boat Yards and just recently had the opportunity to visit Port Canaveral Marine and was very impressed with the fact that they have a rather new facility. Erik Nelson, VP, in a conversation said “We love Catamarans”. With their 110 Ton lift extra wide, they can pull Catamarans up to 30’ wide. Erik further noted that” Our Service yard can assist you in your engine repairs, generator repairs, electrical, storage of your boat in our dry storage or wet slips, bottom painting, haul outs, parts purchasing, and more!”

Port Canaveral, just a piece down the waterway from the St Augustine Catamaran Center, just adds another opportunity to have your catamaran for sale and or serviced in the Central/North East Florida area.

If you have an interest in further details as to Catamaran friendly Boat Yards, here in this area and or possibly looking for suggestions in other areas, please, as always I am available just about anytime (954)821.6450 john.anderson@catamarans.com

By the way, you can always take a cruise while the boat is being worked on!! Click to enlarge, the Carnival Dream Port Canaveral!

Gemini Catamaran Owner Creativity!

8/03/2012 New Beginings are in the Wind! In the interim, Great Deals Abound! New, Like New and Previously Owned Selections of Gemini Catamarans for Sale are available as never before! Contact me John Anderson at The Catamaran Company for a current list of Today's current choices. 954-821-6450 or john.anderson@catamarans.com

With over 1000 Gemini Catamarans from Florida to around the World, sailing and for sale, I find it always a pleasure to talk to owners and review the art of fitting out a Gemini Catamaran for usage from weekend sailing to bluewater cruising. One does not have to spend 100’s and 100’s of thousands of dollars to enjoy the sea in a catamaran.

When I open the first discussions with any new customer I always like to make the comment that there will be three issues that will make the experience of purchasing a boat a positive experience.

1. The Boat. Often I find people dwelling too much as to exactly what boat they have to have to get started, obviously, it is important with a number of parameters based on the number traveling, budgets, etc., but please don’t forget that,
2. The Itinerary. Where you go, the people that you meet, the waters that you sail, are as important as the boat itself. One time, having had a bad experience can take the pleasure out of the entire adventure whether it is yours or the one you are with., And finally,
3. The Systems. I have found that to enjoy your time on the water is very much tied to having the boat meet your expectations while in use. As an example, if having an ice cube in your cocktail at Sunset is very important then refrigeration or an ice maker is real important to have aboard. Knowing what systems you want makes up the complete package then relative to a great adventure.
Gemini Catamaran Owners have taken to the idea, and I always enjoy what they have done to their boats to make them comfortable relative to systems relative to itinerary. In the photo you can see a great davit and arch arrangement to handle a good size Dinghy, Solar Panels misc. Antennas, along with Speakers for a Sound System. Additional hand holds and a nice enclosure for the weather. These are just a few of the amenities that this owner added to thier Gemini to support creating that great adventure.

So make sure that when you are looking to purchase that you balance all the issues when it comes to making just the right choice. I encourage other Gemini Owners to forward some of their creatative ideas, I would be happy to post!

We do have a full service yard here in St Augustine via our service center SouthEast Sailing and Yachts. Come visit and discuss your dreams whether you are interested in buying or further fitting out your Catamaran at the St Augustine Catamaran Center. I am, as always, available just about anytime (954) 821.6450 or john.anderson@catamarans.com

Sailing South for the Bahamas in Catamarans

Here is a Privilege 42 Catamaran not for sale, but just arrived for a bit of needed maintenance! I sold Robin and Cheryl Wilson their Privilege 42 Catamaran a few years back and they have enjoyed the travel and live aboard world of sailing very much! Originally from Canada, we met and worked with their yacht search, to find that a rather unusual owners version Privilege 42 Catamaran was just to their liking.

S/V “Just Imagine” along with sailing cat “Shadow” has know traveled from Fort Lauderdale up into the Great Lakes back down to winter in the Bahamas, back to the Chesapeake and are know returning to Georgetown Exuma Bahamas for another winter season! They are always happy to say Hello and are always so willing to show off their lovely Privilege 42 Catamaran, so if you run across them along the way feel free to say Hi to the gang aboard “Just Imagine”.

Robin and Cheryl stopped in St Augustine here at our facilities at St Augustine Marine a catamaran friendly service yard, for inspection of the running gear!

Hey this is supposed to be Florida!! Sorry but got caught in the January Winter Freeze of 2010! It was great seeing Robin and Cheryl and getting caught up to date as to travels, plans and listening to adventures!

If I can ever assist in your yacht search plans!, you can find me just about anytime (954)-821-6450 or email john.anderson@catamarans.com located here in St Augustine Florida, traveling the globe to find folks just the right yacht! Best Price for the Best Condition! I work for you.

Catamaran Yards Hauls and Storage Time to Think Ahead for the Summer

Catamaran Yards Hauls and Storage, Time to Think Ahead for the Summer 2010! While everyone is off enjoying the warm weather from the Bahamas to the Keys and Caribbean it is never too early for making plans for summer storage, developing that Hurricane plan, and or look for that Hurricane Hole to nestle into if you are not planning to head to the lower Caribbean or up North for the summer.
In talking recently with our local insurance agent here in St Augustine it does seem that we, on a selective basis, might have some easing of rates for hurricane season up here in North Florida. Without a question by crossing over the Florida border into South Georgia. Here is an interesting chart of Hurricane History over the past 100 years from 1899-1999. Though it would be foolish to say that North Florida is not susceptible to Hurricanes, with the Gulf Stream heading further offshore and the Florida Peninsula exposed to the south there is the fact that North Florida and South Georgia just might be a better place to hang out for the summer season.
I would like to make the offer to discuss your catamaran needs for yards hauls and storage in North Florida here at The St Augustine Catamaran Center. Along the San Sebastian River just minutes from the ICW and Atlantic Ocean, we have both wet and dry storage facilities at very reasonable rates. We can offer a complete set of full marine services to include monthly maintenance for catamarans left in long term summer storage. Without a question the best Brokerage Service whether buying and or selling.
It is time to begin to think ahead, please feel free to call or write relative to our serivces, looking at other locations? We surely can help in most any arrangements from the East Coast through the Caribbean. You can, as always, find me just about anytime at (954) 821- 6450 or email john.anderson@catamarans.com

Serious Listings Wanted!

Catamaran Listings Wanted! Plug that Hole! If you are finding that it is just time to move up and or move out, and selling your catamaran is a good next step, then please do look to myself, John Anderson to bring the results you are looking for! I am looking for just a few good listings where I can direct the right effort to getting the job done. Why? you might ask.. Your listing is represented by not just myself, but most importantly The Catamaran Company of Fort Lauderdale. We can offer down right Great Representation in the Brokerage Market whether Buying and or Selling a Previously Owned Catamaran. In this world you want to have the confidence of working with the best! 20 Years in the business of Catamarans only, over 100 Catamarans SOLD 2009 Worldwide. There is just not one better resource available today that has the marketing muscle and the staff behind it to provide the full service required not just to find a customer but follow through the details and get those dollar's into your pocket.

That's why you can find me just about anytime 954-821-6450 or email john.anderson@catamarans.com ready and waiting to meet you selling needs!

A Fresh Bottom to Start the New Year!

Always worth getting that Cat hauled every once in a while for a Fresh Coat of paint! You can use that time for underwater inspections and possibly take the opportunity to add below the waterline those items that will add amenities that you have been looking forward to, that air conditioning thru hull etc…

Here is an example of a Maine Cat 30 out of the water. I have sailed them, but it was good to see just how shoal draft they really are once out of the water. Though this one is not for sale, if you are looking for a Maine Cat 30 for sale, or have one that you might want to sell or list please do let me know!

You can find me just about anytime at 954-821-6450 or email john.anderson@catamarans.com

Don't Leave Home Without it!

Saint Augustine Catamaran Center Service Update!

They are not necessarily pretty, not a fun expense and or water toy, but when things go to crap, nice to have one and one that works. Though Catamarans are one of the safest vessels on the water today and have buoyancy built in the concept and construction there is no better insurance than having a quality life raft aboard.

Saint Augustine Catamaran Center via it’s service organization SouthEast Sailing and Yachts is an authorized sales center for Viking Life Rafts. These rafts are ISO 9650-1 certified, ISAF approved and third party verified by Bureau Veritas and Det Norske Veritas.

New Features for 2010

The fluorescent yellow canopy enhances visibility from a distance, and is easier seen in bad weather and foggy conditions. Fluorescent yellow is chosen as it is a great contrast colour to grey and dark blue - the colours of the sea. The material is further certified according to the High Visibility Norm EN471 for traffic visibility.

Two windows with curtains provide a view of the horizon which minimizes seasickness. Further, windows enhance the chance of survival as users can look out in search of rescuers without opening the liferaft and risking cooling down.

The blue inner lining calms and reduces seasickness. It is required for SOLAS liferafts and is transferred to this liferaft to enhance comfort.

The improved RescYou™ Pro has a handle placed above the boarding ramp to facilitate easy and quick boarding.
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Here at Saint Augustine Catamaran Center we are happy to discuss sizing, merits of Container vs. Valise, methods of mounting and covers. Already have one? We can work with you in having her inspected. As always, you can find me just about anytime at 954-821-6450 or email john.anderson@catamarans.com

Catamaran Friendly Dockage at St. Augustine Municipal Marina Florida USA

News Update: St. Augustine Catamaran Center

In 2010, it will be my intent to introduce just a few of the great places in town that are very much Catamaran friendly relative to a number of services to include dockage and storage.

Nestled in the heart of St. Augustine, just south of the Historic Bridge of Lions in the city's historic district, is a true treasure for anyone traveling the Intracoastal Waterway: the St. Augustine Municipal Marina.

This ideal location provides a picturesque and convenient harborage for both sail and power boats with a friendly and helpful staff that is on duty 24/7 year round. Fuel, oil, ice and two complimentary pump-out stations are conveniently located on the fuel dock, and the marina has clean and secure restroom/shower facilities and a laundromat.

St. Augustine Municipal Marina provides all the amenities necessary for an enjoyable stay, plus the added benefit of being located in the center of "The Nation’s Oldest City." You can enjoy historic sights, four-star restaurants, home style dinners, gift shops, art galleries, antique stores and one-of-a-kind attractions all just a short walk from the safe, casual environment of the St. Augustine Municipal Marina.

If you have any further questions relative to the services, area and attractions please do let me know as you can find me most anytime at 954-821-6450 or email at john.anderson@catamarans.com

Catamaran Service and Parts

This year, 2010, I would like to dedicate as much emphasis as possible into the realm of Catamaran Service and Parts for the after sale and purchase customer. I do know that it can be quite frustrating for an owner to find that simple little piece of the plumbing system, once the problem has been found, practically impossible to find and loose days if not weeks of the use of their head, sink, or whatever due to the lack of availability of a good source for say an elbow that exists in a particular system.

It all starts at the original build process. Each manufacturer sources from year to year parts an pieces to build their yachts with the most effective and cost efficient materials as possible to bring you the best product on the market at that time. Here is what happens though, especially in off shore builds, over time, suppliers are doing the same thing. Materials change, costs change and the suppliers themselves change. Further, in today's world as building has been downsized manufacturer's find that suppliers have done the same. Parts become un-available, changes in material lists have to modified and that creates a situation where it becomes very difficult to find that simple piece of plumbing from the original builder.

So please be a bit patient with your service technician, yard manager and or parts supplier when that particular occasion arises. I hope to, in my posts for this year, offer up products that we have sourced, are available from manufacturer's and welcome any feedback via comments from you as owners as to your experiences and new found either solutions and or suppliers.

Best for 2010!, and you can find me just about anytime at 954-821-6450 and email john.anderson@catamarans.com