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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Exciting times at Port Everglades with Jeanneau's Paul Fenn, unloading and launching the first Jeanneau Yachts 65 to arrive in North America. The boat is now safely in Miami and will make its North American debut at this year's Miami Boat Show from February 15th-19th. __________________________________________________________________ Since 1957, Jeanneau has been dedicated to building quality sailboats and powerboats for those of us who share a passion for being on the water. Today, Jeanneau is a global leader in yacht production for both power and sailboats. Wherever there is water, you will find our owners' enjoying their Jeanneaus.

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Sonnenuntergang beim Segeln auf der Elbe in höhe Abbenfleth.

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