Catamaran vs Monohull - A comprehensive review from owners of both
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- Опубліковано 22 тра 2024
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A debate as old as time itself! Which is better, a catamaran or a monohull? I'll give away the answer here: like all boats, both are a compromise. However, they each are better for different missions. In fact while we love our Leopard 46, we will own monohulls in the future.
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I'm a 26-year-old sailor and i have always enjoyed the look of the catamarans they just look nice. I have a 33 foot custom-built mono that is designed for nasty waters and the cape horn. It's slower than most however i feel safe inside it and would give up speed for safety any day. I would love to sail a catamaran one day
2AM at night
Me: Time to sleep
UA-cam: Do you want to know the difference between a mono vs Cat 🤔
Me: Yhh 🤗💯
Brain: you do this to me everyday 😪
good choice. :)
Me to just 01h00 lol, living my dream in a lazy boy chair, on you tube
01.33 I have no boat but I found this very useful if I ever did.
0316AM what a great video
😝 02:13 AM...
I am a 30-year-old man from Australia who wants to travel around the world on a yacht. You explained it so kindly.
My curiosity has been cleared up. Thank you so much.
Any update?
This is exactly what I am doing... it is awesome!
Same here!
We are 31 now🤗
+4
Dude. I love what you guys said about affordability. Because, instead of waiting 5-10 years to buy a catamaran, I can go out and purchase a monohull now. Oh my gosh. I absolutely love your presentation.
Killer content. Good stuff. I love your dog 🐕
Right on!
I think it would be interesting to compare mono and cats not by their lenght but by the money you spend to get it. This means in general you will get a much longer monohull for the same money. With that said a lot of things like storage and living space will change, as well as speed and handling or maintenance cost.
so... mono is sea friendly, cat is human friendly
Spot on summary
Better never get in a storm inside a cat :- /
Mono is much more wallet friendly, too. I feel like that might be the single most important factor for many a sailor
@@viarnayI've heard the opposite. I've heard that cats are far better for storms and rough seas. Because they don't capsize or roll over nearly as easily. Cats will almost always stay level and afloat in high seas 🤷
Not so at all. Monos, are designed to heel, it's also a safety measure. Rather than a cat's giant deck stepped rigging just absorbing all that tension, possibly snapping shrouds, a mono heels, and under massive loads a keel stepped mono will possibly lay down, thus standing back up. Capsize a cat, the boat, and possibly crew are gone.
Very honest and straight forward comparison. I'm glad you both opened and closed the video by reiterating how you should go now with the boat you can afford. We did 4 seasons in the Caribbean on an Albin Vega 27 and were usually (but not always) the smallest boat in the anchorage. We met many other young people cruising on shoestring budgets. If you're new to sailing, I think it make sense to start with a cheaper boat and figure out if you even like the sailing lifestyle- because many realize that they don't! It also gives you a chance to break and fix things with less on the line. Our next boat will be a bit bigger so we can carry more stores and fit a second solar panel- probably in the 32'-36' range :). But I'm very glad to have started out with a boat that was so manageable. See you out there!
Yes! Look up Shane Acton, he sailed around the world in an 18 foot plywood sailboat that became the basis for the Catalina Capri 22.
and then you vanished...lol
16:30 - this is when you realize you're getting old: when "private space" and "noise" start meaning a lot to you.
Lol. Darn right!
Addendum: I realized there are some aspects of the comparison we missed covering, but are worth mentioning. These have either been covered thoroughly by other videos or they just aren't important in our opinion. RISK OF CAPSIZE...just not a big concern on modern cruising cats, or no more so than on a monohull. People make way too big a deal about this and it is the crew that keeps a boat upright. Performance cats are different...they need more attention.. SPEED: yep, our cat and most cats are faster than similar sized (and type) monohulls. That's really nice.. REDUNDANCY: yes this is a major benefit of a catamaran. Two rudders, two engines, two alternators, two water heaters..., etc. I am sure there are other things we missed. We just didn't want to go over the same old ground that a lot of other comparison videos have.
You should pin this to the top.
You totally forgot to mention beer capacity.
You guys are officially now my role models
@@rohanmccracken8257
Saw a video of a couple that used their bilge for beer storage. The beer was official called bilge beer after that. Lol
Two of a lot including maintenance lol
Thank you for the input. Well taken
Seeing as I'm just here to dream, I appreciate you confirming that I'm dreaming about the right type of boat (a catamaran). Haha.
The dream is where any of this craziness ever starts. Hope we see you out there soon!
Same here. Ever since seeing the big, black 48’ft O’Neill Cat in Santa Cruz Harbor years ago. Half the time the boat was gone. Wonder if it’s searching for the perfect wave 🌊. Maybe on a stopover in Tahiti ? (That was /is my recurring dream, a 12m or so catamaran )
MrGunboat78 then joe perry starts to play an epic solo. 😆
I know that boat. Was over 48’ though, wasn’t it?
Great review! I've sailed both cats and monos and I agree with your comparison! You nailed it. For me however, the feeling that I got as a child so many years ago was the start of a very powerful addiction that is very difficult to explain to someone that hasn't sailed before. The first time at the age of 6 when I felt my Optimist do what a mono does in response to the wind is what still defines sailing for me as a whole so many years later. The responsiveness and the smooth dynamics is something that outweighs any other aspect of sailing for me (even as a liveaboard). I just love sailing too much, it's an artform and heeling over is part of the communication between human and machine. I have not been able to reproduce this relationship on a catamaran. The fine balance of the force of the sail area interacting with the immense counterweight of the keel below is something that makes sense to me. In my opinion this harmony cannot be acheived on a multihull. Just my 2 cents... SV Huldra
I’m no sailor. Only went sailing once. But I’ll never forget that feeling when the wind stiffened, the sails snapped tight and we responded exactly like you described.
As a powerboater, I had always sneered a bit at sailboats. They seemed so slow and boring. Ha! The sensation of speed and excitement was just a great or greater on the sailboat. It didn’t feel slow at all. And you could hear the water and the wind. It was exhilarating.
I'm no boat owner but I've heard the hull slap on cats can be pretty fucking gnarly.
>be me watching with $15k a year income
You can also buy a smaller sailboat like albin vega or contessa which are go anywhere boats and still cheap.
I dont have an income. I look at craigslist and get stuff free or cheap. I'm figuring 70,000 total price to build my duck. I'm allowing 10 years
I find a good comparison to be cars, you can buy a supercar as a milionaire, but a used car for a few thousand (Still a big purchase of course, but it is doable). Same with boats, insane guilded doorknobs superyacht vs super old used monohull that is a fixer upper.
Used charter boats is a way to get a nicer one (like catamarans) for cheaper. (Still quite expensive)
Delerious Dinosaur be crew
The most understated comment.
Her: It helps he’s a weatherman
Him: just a bit.
ABSOLUTELY!!!
We sail the weather we find, not what’s forecast.
Like when you fly IFR, the more you know about weather, the better you’re off.
It was by far the best cat vs. mono analysis I’ve seen. Really explored issues nobody thinks about. Keep up the thoughtful good work. Well done!
Thanks Clyde
Coming from the aspect of never having sailed this was easy to follow and seemed to be a very fair comparison. Great vid!
My condolences, something tells me you enjoyed each other and the memories you three have will be with you always❤️
This is one of the most realistic comparisons I've heard in a long time, you sold both options equally and made your review seem fair and unbiased.
Thanks Chris. Really, we've come to realize that all boats are a compromise. Depends on priorities and resources...like the rest of life.
I'm a monohull guy and the worst part of cruising on it is going up and down the companionway. Big win for a cat is the level access from the cockpit to the saloon.
This is what I was thinking... great comparison and wide range of categories but some are much more important/ tedious than others. Not every win is the same.
I also like the view from the catamaran saloon. In monohulls you're in the basement and see nothing from there
Thank you for starting off with the conclusion. I love videos that get right to the point then go into details following. I also love how you guys separate by categories like money and sailing and etc. great video guys!
When I first started watching this I was fairly certain I would wind up hating both of you and your dog for making a mockery of my miserable retirement lifestyle. Instead I found you both quite likeable and the video a pleasant diversion from chasing kids off my lawn! Thanks!
Glad we won you over. Retirement! Lucky dog!
Best mono vs cat comparison video I have seen. Love your videos!
Thanks Nathaniel! Really appreciate that!
Agreed
Very informative and I like the format. 👍👍
100% agree
My words exactly. I agree.
I like how UA-cam reads my mind. I’m looking out from my hotel room balcony in Kaanapali and see both styles of boats, wondering.
Fascinating discussion! You two, are very well educated on this sailing thing and presented the material very succinctly!
I was looking for exactly this kind of comparison. Like many other commenters, I think this was the most comprehensive, fair, detailed and well-presented comparison of the two hull types. Thanks so much for taking the time to create this! Much appreciated .
Best comparison I have watched! Thank you!
Wow the best comparison out there. You covered so many of the small details......but again cost is the big factor in the choice. Love seeing sugar!
This is such a great video. Thank you both for your thoughtful comparison, it's helped reaffirm my goal to live aboard and sail a catamaran!
Just discovered this video tonight, so enjoyed your point of view. My hubby and I own a cat power boat we use for overnight fishing and the parallel with your view of the sail cat and our time on the power cat is uncannily similar. Truth is we love both hulls, but for this season and time in our lives we are loving our cat in our australian waters. Thanks for the time and effort you put into this presentation, enjoyed very much.
Great video. I have no idea why I'm watching as I have no boat and have no plans to purchase one or even spend much time on one, but interesting. :)
Yeah, me neither. I just discovered how much boat (monohull) one can buy for such little money. Million dollar boats going for a tenth of what they cost. Amazing. But I don't like water and dampness generally so . . .
Very interesting video though. Thanks!
Same here. I guess none of these sailing people have issues with motion sickness.
Same. I get seasick in a second 😆
Same here because of the sun. Sailing was my first love, all that was earlier in life, but the sun stopped that. :-( I really miss it though. I have concentrated on my second love of flying.
They are just fun to watch and made such a professional , fun and informative video .
One of the best comparison videos Ive seen on ANY subject!
A really good and well thought out comparison from people with practical knowledge
I just finished watching this video for the second time. So much valuable content and presented in such an entertaing way. On top of all the information you are generating tons of "good vibes". Thank you so much❣️
hey thanks. Glad to be of some use here to the group! Appreciate the kind words!
Cookin' dinner on a mono hull and thoroughly enjoyed this!
I will always like mono hall just the feeling that of the boat getting in it’s stride is so good
IF it is sailing you want to do mono all time otherwise buy a house at the beach.
This is the first video I've seen from you guys- looking forward to checking out more on your channel! Love your energy & vibe and looking forward to hearing more about your story :)
I love you folks! That you decided to get a Catamaran for the comfort of your senior dog, makes you top notch people in my mind. Also you’re very down to earth and likeable
The best overall view of both, enjoyed your chit chat Thanks....Cap.
Having sailed and raced monohulls for decades. Next boat is a Cat for us. My thought is ALL sailboats that take you safely where you want to go is beautiful. Every boat that sails by with a crew is the best boat. My advice is to love all boats for what they are.
I'm with you! We will definitely have another monohull....or two... but I doubt that we'll live on another one!
@@TheOKellys My choice was easy. Wife says sail on 60+ Cat or not at all. So now I need to find the fastest 60+ Cat we can afford.
Wow, now that is a reallllllllllyyyyyyyy big cat! Let's get you out there!
Perfection
Statistics say that trimarans are actually fastest of the three and more stable in storms.
This comparison is so comprehensive and informative and clear!! Thank you so much! Just what I was looking for!
I agree with Scott Denning. I liked the practical nature of the category breakouts. Made sense.
It’s a tired topic but that said I appreciate your thoughts. As for me, when asked what my favourite sailboat is my answer is always the same; it’s the one I’m sailing at the time.
I like that. I pretty much like all sailboats. Even some of the ugly ones.
This is the best comparison out there on UA-cam, it's very easy to understand and is very visual for somebody like me who have never sailed in life. Well done, you have a new subscriber! ❤️
Welcome aboard. Glad to have you with us
@@TheOKellys i am loving it! Keep us up to date, we count on you! 😘
Completely charming couple, and a wonderful/thoughtful presentation. One of the greatest benefits of being "out there" cruising is the quality of the people you encounter. It is a wonderful, supportive community; the O'Kellys exemplify that spirit. Thanks for a great job.
Great video. Well structured, use of color visuals for simplicity, easy to follow, very congenial hosts. Bravo!
Great Video Guys!!! Very informative and well thought out! You guys are definitely a huge resource for people who are armchair sailors looking for advice on getting into a boat. You are uniquely subject matter expert in the Mono V. Cat debate; most people haven't had your experiences in one hull let alone four. Looking forward to your next vid! ( Would love to have Nick do a weather tutorial for sailors of all skill levels)
Thanks Timm. Have given that a lot of thought. Such a big subject. Would love to do one, but it would take a lot of graphics work and right now I am pressed for time with all the boat work. But stand by. As things settle down, that'll be a priority.
@@TheOKellys In your opinion, what is the best book on the subject of weather out there for cruisers?
It's not sailing-related specifically, but a general book on the fluid mechanics and thermodynamic processes would be Fundamentals of Weather and Climate. For sailing related, it all tilts toward storm preps and survival. I like Storm Tactics by Lin and Larry Pardey.
Best comparison I've heard.
This was the most balanced and comprehensive of these comparison videos that I've seen. Your experience really showed.
Love this comprehensive conversation. You are so right in regards to being qualified to comment. We would love a sailboat at some point on our nautical journey but need a whole lot more education first. Your comment about just doing it and not waiting really resonates - we will eventually end up in a sailboat, but with 4 kids, dogs and 2 cockatiels and no boat experience AT ALL it was so much easy to buy an older trawler style motor vessel just to lessen the learning curve. We are a lot closer to a yacht now that we have sea time under our belt. We are so lucky that we summoned the courage to just do it to just get into the lifestyle, we absolutely love it! Love your videos, been watching for a while. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Best wishes, David.
Having sailed on both, that would have to be the best comparison I have seen to date. I chose a mono for cost/safety reasons. I do like being able to see all around your boat from the living area on a cat although a deck salon can fix that.
I've owned both as motor boats not sail boats and most of your points still apply. However, I'd say with motor boats a few more categories swing the cats way, particularly with speed and fuel economy.
Ps. This is probably the most objective and simplest to follow comparison I've watched, well done
Thanks so much! My partner and I have an 8 year plan to transition to living full time on a boat, and figuring out where to set our goals early on was an important step. Maximum livability plus good sustainability from solar are massive selling points. thanks again
This was a great rundown; thanks for making it! And an extra special surprise-I saw my old ship, the Tole Mour, at 5:47! I worked on her for a season back in 2014.
I know basically nothing of sailing, but have always been fascinated by it. Your video actually taught me a lot. You guys live a beautiful life and I hope that I can do the same one day. Im glad i clicked on this video. You guys are definitely inspiring.
Look up Christian Williams’s channel here on UA-cam. He’s been sailing for 70 years, and has a whole series on learning to sail well from no experience whatsoever.
Thumbs up🙂 I always like your intelligent sincerity.
Appreciate that. Thanks.
Great analysis guys, congratulations! It was very informative, detailed, organized and pragmatic.
What a great video. I really appreciate how you two brought it all in such an easy way to get.
I agree that your cat is an attractive build, as opposed to some others Ive seen
Best unbiased comparison I've seen yet. I own neither, but have been thinking of a Live aboard cat for a while and you have just confirmed this for me as the wife prefers comfort over tradition lol
Well done
So good to spend a little time with you lovely people.
Thanks for the great comparison itself
Absolutely the best job of comparing the two!
Super nice!
Loved this vid. It's all about pros and cons for different situations.
You guys clearly thought a lot about this... far better than the usual “monos sink and cats flip over” discussion!
That’s what a higher IQ brings to the table
I love that you mentioned attitude. It really comes down to that age old adage: “To each their own, and by their own means.”
I have listened to this video several times. I learn things each time. I love the depth of analysis that is clear. You clearly show that you get each configuration. Thus for a "Week-long vacation sailing" experience the money involved clearly tips the scale to the monohull. While you focus on the on-boat experience, if you sail to a camping place then many of the downsides of the monohull disappear because you are camping on the "uninhabited island." What that means in a practical sense is that you have privacy in your camping area. That tips the balance even more to the monohull for sailing relatively short distances a week or so between camping spots.
One more positive item I noticed is that you said being and staying organized on ship board is a challenge no matter which one you pick. That is excellent knowledge for me. I may change my mind about sailing completely because organization is not what I do. That point of light from the two of you is wonderful and deeply appreciated.
What a great review guys. No sailing experience whatsoever but I'm watching at least one or two sailing videos a day. And now I'm looking at used boats. Pretty soon I'm going to have to actually get on a boat to see if I like it!
Great job covering this controversial topic. I love boats of all kinds. I'm happiest when I'm on or near the water. Keep up the great work. 👍👍👍
its controversial because people scream at each other for nothing, i like all boat from the most bizare to the classicest
Thi
definitely
Newbie to the sailing world and UA-cam videos on the subject and I must say, your presentation was very enjoyable. Great planning and execution!
Wow...this comparison has been thorough indeed! It’s a fantastic job you did here! I just subbed. Keep up the great work!
Great detailed comparison. Thanks guys.
Good comparison video watched the whole thing well done to you both, Cheers guys.
Thanks Patrick. Got you to the finish line!
Started looking into boats I can get on and wasn't even sure which style or type to narrow down my search, this helped a lot!!!! Now I know what direction I want to go... Thanks!
Well done. This was a great video. Informative and entertaining. Your conversational descriptions and experiences were articulated quite nicely in combination with the images and video clips. Watching this was well worth my time, even though I only own a greatly modified (by myself) 1977 (boat and trailer) 20ft Bayliner Buccaneer monohull, it's nice getting an honest perspective on different boats. You tend to pick up little bits here and there that can help make the boat you own, or plan to own, that much better. So, thank you.
I listen to many channels that do these comparisons. You have done the BEST job with this video. You do have the expertise and that carries weight. Your method and categories were well thought out, clear and quite effective. Overall A+ work; well done!
Wow, thanks John!
...Now if I could just find that spare million dollars...
Nailed it! And HOLY CRAP, 359 comments in 3 days! You struck a cord that's for sure. Lots to debate. I'm a monohull guy, but agree pretty much. Great video! Thanks for the Sugar footage too! Hope she's comfy!
On a monohull does the heeling feel uncomfortable
Sometimes
This was a outstanding comparison, you have the point of view that few have and laid it out perfectly. There was info in this video that really helped in understanding the costs and trade offs, things that are usable by anyone thinking of cruising, not just the cat vs mono question. Excellent video.
Man, you guys are awesome. Love your honest, informative content. Thank you!!!
seems like such a sweet couple
That’s very nice of you to say. Thank you.
Great comparison !! Love the smiles. ❤️❤️
Thanks Richard!
I love to find highly informative simple videos just like this
Thank you. I have struggled with this issue for many years.
Very unbiased assessment thank you.
Ex cat now mono owner here. We moved to mono as our one year old cat started developing cracks at load points in the hull after first trip out in a F4. Had them fixed, then next F4 and they came back. We then met another owner with the same boat a few years older, and he has similar problems with the forward windows leaking again due to cracks at the edges. This the slamming and the hull creaking was too scary so we went mono, no regrets after seeing the channels on thr 450 hulls.
Hi Hayford1, I'm sorry to hear you had these problems. This is very interesting to hear as a newbie sailor. I'm just learning to sail and eventually want to purchase a boat. I'm just not sure which way to go - monohull or cat. I'm not a rich guy so I was leaning monohull but in trying to educate myself on the differences I feel I'm getting more confused, lol. The O'Kelly's made a great video here but I'm still confused as to why they went from a monohull to a cat and here you are going the other way (for a very good reason). What would you say to a newbie? I'm 53 and a semi retired professional chef from Pennsylvania. I'd love to work half the year and spend the other half sailing the Caribbean to start but have a dream of circumnavigating the world someday. Any help, pointers or words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
After a charter in the BVI where our mono was rolling around soo much the wife insisted we overnight in a local hotel, while the cats were looking stable. So we were sold on this one feature.
Later when we sold our business we went out and simply bought the best value newish Cat on the market, which was a Lagoon 470, almost new. Then off to a year in S.France for loads of additional equipment for Blue Water sailing. I stuck with this boat for a year, but after some uncomfortable sails and unfriendly marinas not letting us in we gave up. Having said that the couple that bought it from us did the Blue Water rally, as it took two years they wanted the extra space. But again, the latter part of the voyage was so uncomfortable they also sold the boat and got an RV.
We went to a 42 DS monohull, the DS was top priority as once you have a Cat's view going down into a dark space is out of the question. Being able to see out helps with the sea sickness as well. A 42 is a bit small but we can get in at any marina without a fuss.
The bottom line was that no matter now well you plan you are going to get caught out in bad conditions. So it's down to your (or partners) tolerance for scary conditions. It only takes one bad experience for the less dedicated partner to pull the plug on the whole project. So it was down to what do we feel safer in, Cat or Mono. Sorry Cat owners, but the Mono wins hands down.
So for local sailing, watching the sun go down at anchor, in locations like the Caribbean, a cat is the tool for the job, but anything else get a mono.
Can you please tell me the cat’s brand that you owned?
@@chaoyili7184 Lagoon 470
@@johnhayford5946 Thanks
This is the first video of yours that I watched. I Subscribed!! Looking forward to seeing more. Thank you for the video!!
Have no plans on buying a boat, but I will embrace the opportunity of sailing one day for the experience. I love how you touched on all the fine details. Great video. The cat got the nod of the head for me!!! Happy sailing!!
As usual, another well done and informative video. :)
Thanks Luhta!
Excellent breakdown and thanks for the extra insights! Yup the key hurdle is affordability, though it seems any boat could easily be a money pit. So far I haven't been a boat owner, but am developing an itch for wanting to sail around the world. Maybe it's just the pandemic driving the urge to go somewhere...meanwhile I will continue to get smarter about the sailing life through helpful channels like yours.
You two are like the cool aunty and uncle thar live on the boat that we come visit whenever youre around. Thank you for this video.
Wow wow wow U2 are amazing the clarity in which you present the information is unprecedented so helpful thank you for everything you’re doing!!!!
I sailed a 36' Wharrum cat from Key West to Isla Mujares and back. 3 months. Loved the deck space and for diving it wins hands down. The price point on these is super low if you can find someone willing to sell. $15k for a good one. Build it yourself or have it built will cost more. 2k estimated man hours or less if you have it done by builders.
I'm at present gutting the interior of a 1979 Morgan 45' IRC design 11' on the beam 6' draft, 1/2" solid FG, 6 tons of lead ballast. Built for heavy weather. Big rudder mounted on a full keel. Beautiful mahagony trim which will be reused. Termites have eaten the marine plywood so I'm pulling everything and going back with Coosa board and a completely new layout.
I've sailed multiple tall ships and love it but that's big money and a young man's game. Nothing but full time maintenance. Although you can't beat the beauty and the sailing is top notch, you're going to spend every day on repairs.
This video is wonderful pros and cons and you two did an excellent job. It's all down to personal choice.
And what's best for your dog.
Big thumbs up and a new subscriber.
Plus they are really cool looking. I looked at finishing up someone else's Pahi years and years ago. I think you build a boat because you want to build a boat, not because you want to save money. Ask a few people who've built boats and they will tell you the truth...it's a very low-paid job. But to craft something of your own design, to make it exactly what you want it to be? I'd be down for that part of it. 15K you say? If someone out there in youtube land finds a GOOD Wharram build in GOOD condition for 15k....buy it!
This....(and Part 2 of the same discussion) represents one of the best discussions of this topic I've come across in 30+ years of being exposed to this debate! Though my wife is fully 'on board' with the idea... I've just purchased Nick's audible book "Get Her On Board" as a token of appreciation of all the great info this couple shares!
Ah, thank you. That is very kind.
This is by far the best comparison video I've ever seen. Mainly because you have owned both. Thank you!
Incredible insight, the intellectualism that you both possess. Refreshing, refined thoughts, thank you.
What a splendid and relevant discussion. I have been a powerboat fellow this far but if time increases sail is the way. My wife is not keen on the sail approach but doesn’t mind a cat. I really fancy the sleek mono. We will watch this video together and surely come to a compromise:-)
Thank you.
Paul (UK)
This was a really fair comparison imo. I'm not a boater but at first I thought - "Wow. The mono-hull is killing it." But overall, I'd buy a Cat, if I could afford it!
That was SO well thought out and well presented, hugely informative.
Thank you.
Excellent video very informative.
Mrs O'Kelly, your catamarans are marvelous!
im a catamaran guy but for some reason im always thinking how cool are those big old havy lumps... particularly trad monohull with low rig and long keel
One word oceangoeing
Yes you guys are a LOT more qualified to talk about the pros and cons of both types of boats, but I think where your video shines the brightest is in your concise and real world experiences and you hit all the high points in a timely manner. Another outstanding video on a well covered subject that you guys have managed to make quite entertaining !
Hey thanks for saying that. I know it has been talked about quite a bit, but wanted to add our voices to the chorus. Appreciate the note! Nick
Great video and superb comparison info. I'm looking to retire on a boat in the next 3-5 years and I really appreciated your point of view. Thank you
Another advantage of catamarans is the speed. You can have the same speed with less sail and it is easier to outmaneuver (avoid) a storm.