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New Leopard 50 Owner's Review now up at 'kats.co/50L'! Or head to our profile for the link. ▫️ Thanks to Sailing Dracarys for helping out. This is a good 'un with lots of useful insights on this boat or any cruising catamaran for that matter. ▫️ Here are some excerpts: ▫️ Kats: Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your boat, Dracarys? SD: Dracarys is my first sailboat, and to date, I’ve taken her 14,000nm, including multiple trips between the Gulf side of Florida and the Chesapeake Bay, Mexico, and the Exumas. I ordered her after gaining a grand total of about three weeks of sailing experience – one week of ASA classes and two charters in the BVI. The largest boat I’d owned previously was a 23-foot wakeboarding boat. ▫️ Kats:What’s she like in heavy weather / a blow / big seas? SD: The most severe weather I’ve experienced so far was a on a sail from Key West to Sarasota – about 30 hours. There was a small craft advisory issued; winds and waves were at about 50-60 degrees off the nose at around 30kts and nine feet, respectively. . To me, she felt like a bulldozer running through marshmallow fluff. I don’t have the experience to know if that’s normal, but I was very pleased! There was minimal creaking and banging. Overall, the boat gave me the impression that she didn’t even notice the conditions. ▫️ Kats: What type of anchor/weight/chain length did you go for? SD: I chose a Rocna 40kg (88lb) anchor – I think it’s the largest/heaviest anchor that fits without modifications to the anchor roller/mount area. For chain, I went with 240 feet of Maggi 10mm. Why a random number like 240 feet? Because that’s what was available. ▫️ Kats: How was the buying process with Leopard or their dealer? SD: The buying process was uncomplicated and, for the most part, smooth. There’s an options changes “lock out” date that wasn’t communicated to me up front, so that created a tiny amount of stress, but all ended well. No question that I’d buy again. ▫️ ▫️ ▫️ #multihulls #leopardcatamarans #sailing #catamarans #sailinglife #multihull #catamaran #sailinginstagram #multihullsailing #sailboat #katamarans #sailingcatamarans @leopardcatamarans #leopard50

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Dreaming of Raja Ampat? Think turquoise waters, untouched coral reefs, and the feeling of being completely off the grid. 🌴🐠 Before you set sail, here are 3 things every explorer should know about traveling to Raja Ampat: 1️⃣ Best Time to Visit Raja Ampat The ideal season is October to April, when the seas are calm, the water is crystal-clear, and manta rays are often spotted. It’s also the perfect time for snorkeling, diving, and photography with golden sunsets and calmer skies. 2️⃣ What to Pack for Raja Ampat Life onboard a sailing expedition is simple, but a few essentials go a long way: ✔️ Reef-safe sunscreen 🌞 ✔️ Dry bag for your gear 💧 ✔️ Water shoes or sandals 🩴 ✔️ A journal or book for quiet island moments 📖 ✔️ Most importantly—your sense of wonder. 3️⃣ Why Sailing is the Best Way to Explore Raja Ampat This remote archipelago wasn’t made for roads, it was made for sails. Traveling by a traditional phinisi boat lets you access hidden lagoons, uninhabited beaches, and rich marine life that land-based travel simply can’t reach. With SeaTrek, this isn’t just a vacation, it’s a voyage of discovery. One that connects you to nature, local culture, and yourself. Are you ready to set sail into Raja Ampat’s wild beauty? 🌊 #RajaAmpat #SeaTrekExperience #SailingIndonesia #LifeOnBoard #EcoTravel #RajaAmpatDiving #SnorkelingRajaAmpat #SustainableTravel

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