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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Sage 17 owner enjoys last sail of 2015 before putting the boat away for the Winter.

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Very rare Rinker 262 available with diesel engine. https://www.yachts.co Unit 1 Fishmarket Quay Swansea Marina SA11UP 01792 465550 Info@yachts.co

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The Williams inflatable is designed to serve as a tender - and a water-toy - for the Monte Carlo series, from Beneteau, and many other mid-sized sports cruisers. It'll do better than 35-knots, and has a ski tow-eye for pulling water skis and wakeboards. Check it out, then take a look at some of the Monte Carlo reviews on boats.com. http://uk.boats.com/boat-content/2014/08/williams-jet-tenders-the-perfect-fit-for-beneteau-mc5/ For more boating videos, visit http://www.boats.com. Boats.com features boat reviews, how-to videos, special features, and information about new boats, boats for sale, and boating products—usually with a dash of fun. Our reviewers test the features, performance, and specifications of each boat, searching out the hidden details for a critical evaluation. If you're shopping for a boat, we want to help you make the best choice. And if you're just looking, we'll try to make it fun too. Subscribe to receive notification of new videos.

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