Catamarans are the perfect boats to dry out on a beach, or, as many do in tidal areas (including ourselves), use a half tide drying mooring. If the boat has daggerboards then sensibly the rudders should lift to avoid damage, especially if the tide/wind causes waves when refloating. I have used the method seen in this video for 40 years. Very simple and works easily. Please note that this boat is over 30 years old, and I had never tried to lift the rudders with one hand before! Hence the initial hesitation. They would lift more easily if the shafts were greased. A simple snap hook holds the rudder up. Some people use "dinghy style" lifting rudders but that means the blades stick out behind the boat, which has often led to breakages when in a crowded anchorage and unsuspecting dinghies pass in the night. This rudder system works exactly like a conventional semi-balanced rudder when it in the down position. And has the advantage that the whole rudder can be taken off the boat by simply undoing one bolt. And no shaft leaks either! The thin ropes led through blocks to a cleat on the tiller are connected to the outboard. So the engine turns with the rudders, significantly increasing manouverability! I write more about steering systems on my website, see here https://www.sailingcatamarans.com/index.php/19-faqs/sailing-and-performance-questions/109-which-steering-system-should-i-use

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This video shows you how easy the new Jeanneau Yacht 64 can be handled with its stern and Bow Thruster for single handed docking or short handed docking. This is another amazing system found on this yacht to make it so you as a owner can operate the yacht with out a crew. For additional information on the all new Jeanneau 64 Yacht please contact Ian Van Tuyl at ivtyachtsales@gmail.com or 1-619-507-4416 at any time day or night. I look forward to hearing from you. Best, Ian VT

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We have a brand new Leopard 44 coming to market. I have the prelim spec sheet below with information on the boat. She'll be filmed next week, and will more than likely sell quickly Check out the link below: https://bit.ly/Leopard44DenaliMist Wiley Sharp 561 613 8985 Wiley@CatamaranCentral.com

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