The Worst Catamaran Ever Made (The Wildcat 350 Controversy) - Ep 362 - Lady K Sailing

Thinking about buying a Wildcat 350? Or just curious why this catamaran sparks so much controversy? In this video, we dive deep into the infamous Wildcat 350, the South-African-built catamaran with a reputation that swings wildly between “underrated gem” and “floating science experiment.” I found one for sale for $125,000, and we’re breaking down exactly what makes this boat such a risky — and fascinating — prospect. Using real-world owner stories, Practical Sailor reviews, forum experiences, and the famously mixed construction reputation of Charter Cats SA, we’ll explore: ✔ The Wildcat 350’s troubled build history ✔ Practical Sailor’s legendary “Duet” review ✔ Why some Wildcats are brilliant… and others are terrifying ✔ Performance, layout, and what the boat actually does well ✔ Known problems: delamination, core issues, inconsistent QC ✔ Whether YOU should consider buying one — or run away quickly If you love catamaran reviews, deep dives into controversial boats, or you’re in the market for an affordable multihull, this episode is packed with insight, humour, and everything I’ve learned from years of filming and researching sailboats. ⛵ Boats Mentioned / Keywords: Wildcat 350, Charter Cats, Jeff Schionning, balsa core catamarans, delamination issues, South African catamarans, performance cats, worst catamaran ever, catamaran buyer beware, cruising catamarans, multihull reviews, controversial boats, Practical Sailor Wildcat review Need a consult? Click here to drop a message: https://ladyksailing.com/consults/ Want to help support Lady K Sailing? Click here to become a Patron: http://www.patreon.com/ladyksailing Or here to make a one time donation: http://www.ladyksailing.com/team-k Follow Lady K on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ladyksailing Or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladyksailing/