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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An overview of the innovative features within the suite of accessibility solutions that Thales has developed for inflight entertainment (IFE). At Thales, we develop solutions to make the inflight journey more connected, engaging, inspiring, accessible and enjoyable for all. For visually impaired passengers, navigating the IFE screens can be a significant challenge. With this accessibility advancement flying now on two leading global airlines, low vision or blind passengers will now have equitable access to the same amenities and services. The video shows Thales's accessibility UI features with a familiar structure & flow, with first-in-industry intuitive gesture controls mirroring how individuals with vision impairment control their own devices. For hard of hearing or deaf passengers, Thales is introducing the first in industry Signing Avatar that can sign in multiple languages and is fully customizable. The avatar signs in complement to Closed Captions and provides assistance for cabin notifications and video on demand translations. During the APEX/IFSA Awards in 2024, Thales was recognized by the Crystal Cabin Award (CCA) Association for Best Customer Journey Experience on behalf of our suite of IFE accessibility solutions.

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Can you really cruise all day on solar power? 🌞 The Silent Yacht 62 represents a major leap in electric cruising, using advanced solar power management to sustain operations with minimal environmental impact. Our deep dive explores: 🔋 How solar energy powers the yacht—breaking down real energy consumption vs. solar gains. 🛠 Battery tech & management systems—ensuring efficiency, safety, and longevity. 🔄 Backup power when needed—a 143 kW generator provides extra support for nighttime cruising. ⚡ Low-maintenance, high-comfort design—redefining sustainable yachting. Watch our exclusive video—only on BoatTEST! 🎥🌊 https://buff.ly/4gF25M4

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Sailing practice on Bavaria 44 cruiser. perfect condition for training #sailingschool #bavariayachts #sailing #wind #sea #skipper

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Another no wind day here at Marina Rubicón. Will the wind come at all for the IQ Foilers? We'll find out!

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More than just the comfort, it's the New Level of Performance. #PerformanceCruisingCatamaran #NewModel #ComingSoon #NewGenerationSeawind #PolarChart #SeawindCatamarans #catamarans 🌐 https://seawindcats.com/ 📩 info@seawindcats.com Our social media profiles: https://www.facebook.com/SeawindCatamarans https://www.instagram.com/seawindcats

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