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I currently have C&C 24 and thinking to update to Catalina 30 mark II with tall rig and BS or CS 33. I would like a bigger boat to spend time on great lakes. I would be doing mostly weekend sailing with occasional 2-3 week cruises. I have selected these two boats because they seem to be of proper size for intended use. Both are of the same displacement. Both have decent size diesel engine to get me home if there is no wind and I need to get to work next day. They also seem not to be light boats that heel to every path of the wind that will make my first mate happy. Catalina 30 has a lot of reviews but there is no owner review for CS 33. CS seems to be faster and would be my fist choice the only problem is that selection of CS 33 is smaller and they seems to be pricier from Catalina 30. I do handicap racing on weekdays but having faster boat is nice to have but not top priority. I am looking for any advice comment to make more information decision.  

Here is a review of the CS 33 from the CS owners' association website. The review was originally published in Canadian Yachting's series of used boat reviews. The author, Pat Sturgeon, is currently a yacht broker in the Toronto area and I believe he used to work for CS yachts. http://closereach.com/csoa/cs33.htm  

Having owned both Catalina's and CS's This post is OPINION based on personal experience with both brands: Having owned both Catalina's and CS's I can assure you there is no comparison when it comes to build quality. While Catalina's are fine boats they are not anywhere near as solidly built as Canadian Sailcraft. It makes sense that the CS costs more as they were built to compete with higher end brands like Sabre & Tartan not Catalina or Hunter. Our CS has been from South America to Newfoundland and everywhere in between and with with well over 50,000+ nm on her she shows little to no signs of wear or stress. I've owned three Catalina's a 30, 36 & a 310 and they all began to creak and groan in winds over 25 knots. This is probably due to the lack of tabbing on the bulkheads that actually secure them to the hull and cabin top and in general the fact that they are built as coastal cruisers. Our 1979 CS-36 has never made a peep and we've had her in 45 knots+ and 8 to 10 short steep seas. Under the previous owners she weathered many tropical storms including the remnants of two hurricanes.. If you can find a well kept CS-33 for anywhere near the price of a Catalina 30 buy it! Having stated the above a C-30 is fine & more than adequately built for your intended use.. P.S. Raymond Wall designed the CS-33 and had previously been the chief designer for Camper & Nicholson in Europe before joining CS yachts in Canada. Camper & Nicholson's are very, very high quality boats (closer to Morris or Passport) designed to handle the rigors of the North Seas and are true blue water boats. Ray Wall designed the CS line very similarly to the Camper & Nicholson line in terms of layup and build construction. With a Catalina you get in-house design, which is not bad for bay or coastal cruising but you don't get a highly regarded & pedigreed designer like Raymond Wall if you buy a Catalina. Ray Wall designed the CS boats to handle the worst yet still turn out good speed and still track straight!  

Ditto Halekai36. CS boats are well made and proven.  

Ditto Plumper's ditto of Halekai and I want to add that you might want to check out the CS30. If speed is a concern, thats the one to get. Lots of them out there, lots of them raced. I do like the 33 too, nice boat.  

Ditto cubed...  

I saw a couple outfit their CS33 for retirement cruising in the Caribbean, and I don't mean huddling up a creek until the wind goes sub-15 knots. It's an excellent, proven boat, and I consider 33-35 feet the ideal size for the Great Lakes, not only because it's just big enough to consider living aboard for weeks at a time, but it's strong enough and dynamic enough to use higher winds and waves to move smartly, or to simply hove to, if preferred. I have a Viking 33, and I've sailed it in 40 knots sustained on Lake Ontario, and loved every wet, if perfectly stable, second. I judge the entire CS line to be generally good to very good quality. Catalina 30s are what they are: Chevys. Nothing wrong with that, but if the wind pipes up, I don't want to be on something that skittish with that wide a companionway (that gaping maw scares me, frankly: it's twice the size of the entrance to my pilothouse on my 40 footer.)  

Thanks for information! I knew CS quality is highly respected but it was nice to hear feedback from people who owned and sailed them.  

ichorniy said: I would like a bigger boat to spend time on great lakes. I would be doing mostly weekend sailing with occasional 2-3 week cruises. I have selected these two boats because they seem to be of proper size for intended use. Both are of the same displacement. Click to expand...

Well not having them tabbed in certainly makes them creak more, weather that makes them less strong is up to debate, but certainly makes one have less confidence due to the noise.  

We are answering a post from 2008 because why?!?!?!?! anyway, someone must have been bored going back that far! Marty  

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Redesigned family cruising boat sports new transom and deck plan..

Photos courtesy of Hunter Marine

The new Hunter 33 had the odds stacked against it from the get-go.

The 33-foot family cruiser debuted in the fall of 2011, when the domestic sailboat market was stuck in a ditch, marketing budgets were slashed, and the U.S. boating industry was grasping at threads of good news. Four months later, Hunter Marine’s parent group Luhrs Marine filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Against all odds, however, the 33 is selling well. More than 60 have been ordered since the boat was introduced, and all but a few that have been built have been sold. It is one of Hunter’s best debuts since the 2008 downturn.

Looking ahead, the bankruptcy filing should be a boon for Hunter, as it will unshackle the sailboat side of the business from the struggling powerboat brands. Hunter, which converted to an employee-owned operation in 1996, expects to be out of the bankruptcy weeds by the end of July.

While new ownership appears in the offing for Hunter, co-founder Warren Luhrs will likely still have a stake. Luhrs—who’s 80-day sail from New York to San Francisco set a record in 1989—helped redefine Hunter in the 1990s. Under his leadership, design innovations by the late Swedish engineer Lars Bergstrom (the “B” in Hunter’s signature backstayless B&R rig) and faster hulls from designer Glen Henderson helped propel Hunter’s makeover through the last two decades.

“We have several very promising buyers interested, one in particular, but we can’t say anything right now,” said Greg Emerson, Hunter’s chief of public relations. The company has secured financing from Bank of America to help with the transition, allowing Hunter to continue full operations and provide warranty support without interruption.

Of the big three American boatbuilders (Catalina and Beneteau USA are the other two), Hunter reached the farthest outside the box as the traditional boat market sagged. The hybrid powerboat-sailboat Hunter Edge introduced in 2009 was a sharp departure from its usual fare. In 2010, it launched the Elco-powered electric hybrid e27. And last year, Hunter debuted the electric hybrid e36. The new Hunter 33, by comparison, is a case study in incremental changes. Below the waterline, it is virtually identical to the previous Hunter 33, of which 623 hulls were between 2005 and 2011.

Starting in the mid-1990s, Henderson began revamping the Hunter fleet, exploring ways to boost performance, make sailing easier, and create interior space for the creature comforts that Hunter owners expect. The new 33 bears Henderson’s signature changes—beam carried well aft to increase interior volume below, a concave hollow in the bow and shallow forefoot to reduce pitching motion, and a fractional rig to make maneuvering under sail easier. Trickling down from the ocean racing realm, hard chines are the new trend in the recreational market. Henderson located the new 33’s chine at the waterline, to aid in tracking when the boat is heeled.

One of three designers we spoke with in Practical Sailor’s 2005 designers conference, Henderson emphasized the importance of the rudder in providing lift. Like previous Henderson designs, the 33’s elliptical rudder is fairly large, and the keel is conservatively proportioned, allowing sufficient lead—the fore-and-aft distance between the center of effort and the center of lateral resistance—to make for a well-balanced sailer. (See PS, February 2009, “The Balancing Act.”) Hunter offers a 4-foot-6-inch shoal-draft version and 5-foot-6-inch deep draft of the new 33.

The boat’s excitement factor will depend a great deal on the sail plan. Henderson is a firm proponent of the fractional rig, with an easily tacked 110-percent furling jib. To up the fun-factor in light-air, a Code 0 asymmetrical sail will be a good investment.

For the mainsail, Hunter offers two options. Most buyers opt for the in-mast furling rig, an attractive choice for weekend cruisers who don’t want the hassles of setting and stowing a mainsail. Performance enthusiasts should opt for the standard rig. A full-battened, fat-head mainsail will significantly boost horsepower: The mast is shorter (by nearly 5 feet), lighter, and more aerodynamic than the furling mast.

Foregoing a furling main has trade-offs. Hunter’s overhead arch puts the aft end of the sail high above the cockpit, making setting and dousing a full-batten sail more of a chore, particularly if a full bimini is part of the picture. To simplify stowage, Hunter offers a self-stowing sailcover system with lazy jacks similar to those we looked at in our February 2008 article “Taming the Main.”

The clearest difference between the new 33 and the previous version is the new deck plan. The previous model had a walk-through transom that opened onto a stern boarding platform. The new model has a hinged transom cutout that folds down to create a swim platform that offers more area than the previous platform. As a result, the cockpit is larger, the main cabin can move aft, and the berth below the cockpit gains more space.

One big benefit of the larger cockpit, strictly from a cruising standpoint, is the bigger cockpit table. Featuring twin drop-down leaves hinged along the centerline, the 33’s table has a catch-all bin at its base—great for sunscreen, winch handles, and gloves—that doubles as a foot brace. There is plenty of room to move around the folded table, and older sailors will appreciate the extra handhold.

The previous model’s more secure—and unattractive, in our view—bathtub wrap-around coaming is gone. Instead, port and starboard lockers (starboard for propane tanks) are aft. The cockpit seats are technically too short for snoozing (4 feet, 9 inches by 1 foot, 6 inches), but seat cushions raise the seats up to the same level of the lazarettes, so you effectively have 5 feet, 7 inches to stretch out. Head clearance under the arch is 6 feet. A 4-inch bridgedeck keeps water from sloshing below. Lexan hatchboards stow in a dedicated storage bin in the port cockpit locker, ready as needed offshore.

Our test boat from Massey Marine in Palmetto, Fla., was equipped with the Mariner Package, which includes the overhead arch, an upgraded 29-horsepower Yanmar, Seldén in-mast mainsail furling with a rigid boom vang, a helm sheeting package for the jib, and the optional folding Lewmar steering wheel. It also had upgraded No. 30 Lewmar winches for reefing and furling lines; No. 16 winches are standard. A high-aspect canvas dodger and full-length cockpit canvas rounded out the package.

Sail control is easily managed from the cockpit. Halyards, reefing, and furling lines lead back to ganged Spinlock rope clutches at each side of the companionway. Molded line bins keep tails and toes from becoming ensnared. Mainsail control—both the traveler and mainsheet—can be reached from the helm, although the test boat’s full canvas awning made it hard to monitor the sheet tension and traveler car position, even with a cutout window over the helm. While mid-boom sheeting found on other boats doesn’t suffer this problem, Hunter sensibly prefers end-of-boom sheeting, which minimizes the loads on hardware and humans.

The 19-inch-high coaming offers security in a knock-down, but makes for a big step down to the sidedecks. While hardly expansive, the sidedecks allow easy passage fore and aft. Ample handholds and a low toerail offer security when moving forward. A reconfigured rig, with lower shrouds well inboard, also opens up the passage forward.

Six amply sized cleats (two at the bow, one on each stern quarter, and two amidship) handle docklines, but the stern cleats are vertically oriented, making them harder to access and poorly aligned with dock loads.

The self-draining anchor locker, single bow roller (two rollers are an option), and windlass gear meet the needs of a weekend sailor. This is a standard design on boats of this size, geared more toward aesthetics than midnight anchor drills on a pitching deck. (The more sensible hawse pipe is too much trouble for today’s sailors, it seems.) The anchor locker is relatively shallow, a poor match for someone who likes to pile on rode or carry two anchors. A locker divider is optional.

Most of the sailing hardware is Seldén gear, and this equipment has done very well in our previous tests. Seldén’s 200s Furlex, top rated in our August 2009 test, handles jib furling duties. Seldén’s in-mast furler and rigid vang help tame the mainsail, and Seldén’s top-rated bullet blocks (PS, June 2011) handle mainsheet loads. This is Hunter’s first big boat to feature Seldén’s mainsheet traveler.

The new 33 is the first Hunter model with a saildrive. The standard engine is the 21-horsepower Yanmar 3YM20, but our test boat featured the 29-horsepower 3YM30, which has a shaft output of 27 horsepower. The engine is mounted with the flywheel facing aft, so the gearbox and saildrive mounts and seals are easy to inspect and monitor. Access to the water pump, alternator, and drive belts is through a door in the aft cabin.

Yanmar recommends that this engine be hauled out, inspected, and serviced annually. Paint failure and corrosion on the aluminum lower unit are the chief concerns, so zincs need to be changed routinely, and the paint coating needs to be closely monitored. Copper-loaded bottom paints on the drive are a big no-no. If you live in a tropical climate and are trying to stretch your haulout intervals to three years, you may want to re-think the advantages of having a saildrive.

Saildrives simplify the builder’s job, and their only real advantages for the sailer are reduced underwater drag and some noise reduction. The standard prop is a bronze two-blade prop. Our test boat came with a folding two-blade prop. For long-term reliability and fewer maintenance headaches, we still prefer a conventional drive shaft system.

The boat’s standard systems are handled professionally and are adequate for daysailing, but most sailors will opt for a cruise-ready package, which includes some things we’d consider essential. There is also an iTech upgrade featuring additional HDMI and USB cabling and a cell-phone booster antenna for those who want to stay connected.

Bronze through-hulls have replaced the Marelon versions used on previous models. All seacocks are easily accessible and well labeled. Wiring and plumbing systems closely adhere to norms set by the American Boat and Yacht Council. The 25-gallon fuel tank is polyethylene. We prefer high-grade aluminum for fuel (PS, May 2007). The tank is well supported on all sides and small enough that the rotomolded tank’s biggest drawback—the difficulty of installing leak-free inspection ports—isn’t a major issue.

Hunter’s interior arrangements are among its strongest selling points. The computer-cut interior panels are assembled in modules outside the boat, significantly reducing labor cost. Joints, doors, and lockers that require skilled carpentry are pre-built and fitted in the workshop, where they can get the attention they deserve.

You won’t find finished edges on all plywood panels, but the warm cherry veneer, the creative use of space, and a few practical touches create an interior that is surprisingly roomy and comfortable for a boat of this size.

The extra space gained by pushing the cockpit aft allowed Hunter to angle the steps inboard, so one can walk down facing forward, with excellent handholds on either side of the companionway.

Headroom is 6 feet, 2 inches. White foam-backed material covers the overhead and sides. The material is held in place by grooved plastic track and can be removed and re-installed (with a special roller) to access deck hardware. This allows Hunter to through-bolt all hardware through a backing plate.

The main cabin and galley are well lit with big side windows, and two flush, frameless overhead hatches—one opening forward, the other opening aft—provide ventilation. The forward V-berth has its own hatch, and the aft cabin in the starboard quarter has a larger-than-queen-size bed, two ports and a fairly large hatch in the port settee. These hatches don’t get a whole lot of breeze in a still anchorage, but the space is much airier than that of previous models.

The galley is well-appointed, with a gimbaled, two-burner Force 10 stove and oven, and a single, deep sink. So long as you don’t need access to lockers or the ice-box (or optional freezer), there’s more than enough counter-space. Our test boat had a minimally insulated, front-opening fridge. These self-contained units work well for daysailing and dockside entertaining, but can be real energy hogs away from shore. A top-loading freezer/fridge with better insulation is an option.

The starboard head doubles as a shower, which has its own sump. The space’s snug fore-and-aft dimensions allow for a sleeping-length settee to starboard and the spacious aft cabin.

The dinette table has a slightly raised, fiddled catch-all for food, drinks, iPods, Barbie dolls, Legos, whatever. Beneath the vertical structure is a hand crank that raises and lowers the table, quickly converting it into a long 4-foot-4-inch-wide berth. This is a slick, one-person operation. Similarly, the center section of the starboard settee flips inboard to convert into a coffee table or small chart table.

Photo courtesy of Hunter Marine

Performance

We tested the boat in protected waters on the Bradenton River, Fla., in 10 to 12 knots northwest wind. A quarter-knot incoming tide was nearly aligned with the wind, and the following data, recorded by the GPS on our Velocitek ProStart, compensates for this current.

At 2,600 rpm, the upgraded 29-horsepower engine with a 13-inch, two-bladed folding Gori prop pushed the boat at 6.5 knots. At wide-open throttle, 3,400 rpm, the average speed was 7.3 knots and the wake was clean. The boat easily spun 180 degrees in little more than a single boat length, and it maneuvered easily under power in both forward and reverse. The engine was quiet with very little vibration at either speed, only slightly noisier at the higher rpm, registering 77 decibels in the center of the main saloon and in the cockpit with the companionway open. (Conversation is about 60-70 decibels.)

Even with shoal-draft and an in-mast furling mainsail that had no vertical battens, the test boat climbed to windward well; we would expect much better performance with the deep keel version and the standard mainsail.

Tacking angles were between 90 and 94 degrees. Close-reaching with the wind 45 degrees true and a relative windspeed of 14 knots, the boat made 4.9 knots over ground. Cracking off to 50 degrees true wind angle, the speed jumped to 6.4 knots. The fastest sustained speed was 6.5 knots at 70 degrees true, in 14 knots apparent wind.

Reaching between 130 and 160 degrees off the wind, the boat averaged between 5 and 5.5 knots. Apparent windspeed off the wind was between 6 and 8 knots, perfect conditions for an asymmetrical, although our test boat was not equipped with one. Throughout the test sail, the helm was exceptionally well balanced, even off the wind, and the boat accelerated nicely in puffs.

For a new, entry-level family cruiser, the Hunter 33 has a lot going for it. The $160,000 sailaway price is attractive; the five-year warranty on the hull is transferrable. A one-year stem-to-stern warranty covers major components, including things like refrigerators and windlasses.

Our tester was impressed by the excellent use of space in a boat of this size, both belowdecks and in the cockpit. In this respect, it is a big improvement over the previous Hunter 33.

Second was its performance on the water. Even with a battenless mainsail, this was a fun boat to sail. We’d encourage a stickler for performance to opt for the full-batten main.

Two concerns, in our view, are the standard iron keel and the sail drive, but you can’t expect a company like Hunter, for which pricing is a key sales point, to fight against market trends. A lead keel is an option for the Hunter 33, and is well worth the extra $9,800, in our view.

If you are having the boat hauled annually to ensure that the keel coating remains intact and the sail drive maintenance regimen is followed, you will avoid the problems that can crop up down the road. Certainly, around-the-can racing sailors will appreciate the reduced drag of the sail drive.

Hunter has had many years to learn what its customers like, and the variety of options in this boat will appeal to a wide range of sailors. We expect it to continue to sell well in this size range, and consider it a good fit for a coastal cruising family.

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How Much Do Catalina Yachts Cost? (10 Examples)

If you’re in the market for a sailing yacht, then Catalina has something for everyone worth considering.

Catalina Yachts’ wide range of innovative family-oriented sailboats includes their Sport series, with their fun-to-sail 12-27 foot day sailors, the Cruiser series, consisting of capable, spacious mid-sized family yachts from 31-35 feet, and the Ocean series, 38–44 footers designed for more serious offshore adventures.

How much does a new Catalina Yacht cost? Let’s take a closer look:

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The Sport Series

The Catalina Sport Series is all about affordable fun!

Whether you are just learning how to sail, prefer day sailing in comfort, feel like some One-design racing, or have decided to downsize but don’t want to give up daysailing and racing, the Catalina Sport series is for you.

Boat sizes in the Sports Series range from 12 to 27 feet. All these models can be trailered, and so are easy to store off-season.

1. Catalina 12.5 Expo

The Catalina Expo 12.5 is a fun boat to sail for any age.

Getting on the water is quick and easy thanks to the SmartRig® and Hoyt boom system, and as there are no stays, no chainplates, and no halyards to get in the way, any level of sailor easily manages the boat.

Plus, packing the boat away is also a breeze – the mast and boom are deck-stepped and easily removable within minutes, without needing special tools. This is one boat everyone, family and friends, will want to sail all day.

Technical Specifications:

• Length : 12’9″ (3.89m)
• Beam : 5′ (1.52m)
• Weight : 130lbs (59kg)
• Sail Area : 65 sq feet (6.04 m²)
• Recommended listing price (2023): $9,268

2. Catalina 14.2

With over 5,000 Catalina 14.2’s built, you can be sure of this popular design. This model makes the perfect boat for day sailing in comfort but still has competitive racing performance for the active sailing family or couple.

This durable and easy-to-handle design makes the 14.2 an ideal boat to learn to sail in.

While a more experienced skipper will enjoy the very active One-design racing class.

• Length : 14’2″ (4.32m)
• Beam : 6’2″ (1.88m)
• Weight : 340lbs (154kg)
• Sail Area : 114 sq feet (10.59 m²)
• Recommended listing price (2023): $10,821.00

3. Catalina 14.2 Expo

The Catalina 14.2 Expo is based on the hugely popular Catalina 14.2. It has been designed to offer clean and simple sailing for those wanting to learn to sail or for more experienced sailors who want a non-technical but fun boat.

The rig is based on the same system offered with the Catalina 12.5 Expo, which consists of the SmartRig® and Hoyt boom system. The SmartRig® system consists of a tapered carbon fiber mast which weighs much less than an aluminum mast and makes this boat less prone to tipping.

• Sail Area : 104 sq feet (9.66 m²)
• Recommended listing price (2023): $11,488

4. Catalina 16.5

The popular 16.5 is available in 2 versions, the centerboard model and the keel model.

While both models have a powerful sail plan, the keep model enables you to leave the boat on a mooring or dock for most of the season – a single bilge pump is included.

Other features of the 16.5 include a spacious cockpit and a large storage locker forward, which makes it the perfect boat for pleasurable family days on the water.

• Length : 16’4″ (4.98m)
• Beam : 7′ (2.13m)
• Weight : 430lbs (195kg)
• Sail Area : 150 sq feet (13.9 m²)
• Recommended listing price (2023): $13,277

5. Catalina 22 Sport

The Catalina 22 Sport is an upgraded version of the original and popular Catalina 22 Capri.

Thousands of these boats have been built, and so Catalina wanted to offer this One-design class in a more modern version.

So, just like the original Catalina 22, the 22 Sport version is easy to trailer, but it is a great boat to make the step up from dinghy sailing to a pocket cruiser/racer.

While a complete racing package is available, this model also offers space and comfort below to be adequate for an overnight stay or spending weekends onboard.

• Length : 21’6″ (6.55m)
• Beam : 7’8″ (2.3m)
• Weight : 2,350lbs (1066kg)
• Sail Area : 206 sq feet (19.14 m²)
• Recommended listing price (2023): $40,260

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6. Catalina 275 Sport

The Catalina 275 Sport is the Sport series’ newest addition.

Catalina claims to have listened to what sailors want and has developed a simple but stylish boat that can be easily sailed short-handed.

Maybe you don’t want the responsibility of a big boat but still want to race or go day-sailing with some comforts down below. This boat has modern lines and a powerful rig, making it fast and fun to sail.

• Length : 27’6″ (8.38m)
• Beam : 8’5″ (2.57m)
• Weight : 5,000lbs (2,267.96kg)
• Sail Area : 331 sq feet (30.75 m²)
• Recommended listing price (2023): $97,547

The Cruiser Series

The boats in the Cruiser series combine all the best attributes of the Sport and Ocean series to give you a boat that makes daysailing or extended coastal cruising a pleasure.

7. Catalina 315

The Catalina 315 may be the smallest in the cruising range, but this boat is still packed with all the attributes you associate with a bigger yacht.

These include a watertight StrikeZone™ collision bulkhead and the SecureSocket™ mast support system that affords superior load resolution and watertight integrity. But it doesn’t stop there!

The 315 also includes the DeepDefense™ rudder system for failsafe steering and the T-Beam MastStep™ structure that has all the benefits of a deck-stepped mast but with the strength attributed to a keel-stepped mast.

• Length : 31′ (9.45m)
• Beam : 11’7″ (3.55m)
• Weight : 10,600lbs (4,808kg)
• Sail Area : from 506 sq feet (47 m²)
• Fuel tank capacity : 25 gallons (113.65 liters)
• Water tank capacity : 41 gallons (186.39 liters)
• Engine : Yanmar 21hp
• Recommended listing price (2023): $211,688

8. Catalina 355

This newer mid-size cruiser is the updated version of the very popular Catalina 36.

With more than 2,300 boats built, the Catalina 36 was arguably one of the most popular production cruisers ever built. The all-new version still boasts some of the predecessor’s features but includes a new hull design with a longer waterline, a moderate beam and freeboard, and a handsome low-profile cabin structure.

The balanced sail plan allows for sailing in all wind conditions, and the spacious accommodation below offers all home comforts.

• Length : 34’6″ (10.52m)
• Beam : 12′ (3.66m)
• Weight : 13,800lbs (6,259 kg)
• Sail Area : from 572 sq feet (53.14 m²)
• Fuel tank capacity : 30 gallons (436.43 liters)
• Water tank capacity : 96 gallons (186.39 liters)
• Engine : Yanmar 29hp
• Recommended listing price (2023): $258,161

The Ocean Series

If you are looking for a very capable ocean-going vessel for more serious offshore adventures, then there’s no need to look further than the Catalina Ocean series.

The Ocean series has been designed with comfort, speed, and safety for longer distances and for living onboard.

In addition, they have plenty of storage space and large tankage capabilities for both water and fuel.

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9. Catalina 385

The Catalina 385 is the smallest vessel in the Ocean series. However, this new model is packed with all the best features of previous models combined with proven, new design features.

The 385 has two lead keel options (wing or fin) plus long main sheet travelers for excellent sail control.

While the new 385 is modern in design, down below, you have the classic, warm teak interior that you expect with a Catalina cruising yacht.

• Length : 38’2″ (11.61m)
• Beam : 13’1″ (3.96m)
• Weight : 16,500lbs (7,484 kg)
• Sail Area : from 701 sq feet (65.12 m²)
• Fuel tank capacity : 38 gallons (172.25 liters)
• Water tank capacity : 100 gallons (454.61 liters)
• Engine : Yanmar 45hp
• Recommended listing price (2023): $313,039

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10. Catalina 425

The all-new Catalina 425 replaces the legendary Catalina 42, which has a reputation as a class leader.

Catalina hopes to continue with this tradition, and while the new 425  is contemporary in its looks, it is designed to be as functional and beautiful as its predecessor.

The 425 incorporates all the valued traditional Catalina features – a functional, spacious cockpit, a comfortable, carefully detailed interior, and all the safety features you expect from Catalina –  combined with innovative upgrades that redefine the Catalina brand.

• Length : 41’8″ (12.67m)
• Beam : 13’8″ (4.15m)
• Weight : 19,100lbs (8,664 kg)
• Sail Area : from 865 sq feet (80.36 m²)
• Fuel tank capacity : from 62 gallons (281.86 liters)
• Water tank capacity : 117 gallons (531.89 liters)
• Engine : Yanmar 57hp
• Recommended listing price (2023): $381,818

Please note that the prices quoted are the base model prices and are a guide only. They do not include any additional optional extras like electronics, navigation packages, or additional sails, to name but a few.

Catalina Yachts, like most brands, offers semi-custom options that will determine the final price.

Final Thoughts

Catalina Yachts offer a wide range of sailing yachts that should tick most, if not all, of your boxes. However, buying a new boat is a serious investment.

The prices quoted here are for the new 2023 models – but if you find they are a bit out of your budget, you can always look at boats in the used boat market.

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Over the past 54 years Catalina has offered the sailing community timeless models with great sailing performance and has been an innovator with its design features and solid construction. Designed and built in the United States, the new 6 Series showcases legendary quality, craftsmanship, and value, along with a focus on improved performance, technology, and true American Luxury.

A few design features that distinguish the new 6 Series models include:

To learn about all the new features and options, contact your local Catalina dealer .

• New Selden mast and rigging featuring “LMP” sections for weight savings aloft, swept spreader design provides closer sheeting angles and easier passage of side decks. SMF and Selbus push button ready.
• New custom Catalina / Mars shoal draft lead keels with “Cruising Bulb” low drag form.
• New mainsheet system allows trimming from both port and starboard sides of cabin top.
• Multiaxial fiberglass for a stronger laminate and stiffer structure, including use of carbon fiber in select locations and assemblies.
• Larger Group 31 starting battery for added capacity and capability.
• New Sensar Marine Boat Monitor system as standard equipment.
• New diesel heating system options for extending the sailing season.
• New Butler Explorer steering pedestals for enhanced ergonomics.
• Wide, clear weather deck design with single shroud point for convenient foredeck access.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ALL THE 6 SERIES CHANGES AND OPTIONS, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL CATALINA DEALER!

The journey to new photos has just begun. Here’s a sneak peek at a few of the 6 Series improvements, including New Windows, Toe Rail, Corian, Keel and the Butler Explorer Pedestal.

A new era in keel design.

The journey to the 6 Series began in the spring of 2023 with a comprehensive update to our keel shapes. Our design team, working closely with Mars Metal, embarked on a mission to enhance the hydrodynamics of our keels, resulting in shapes that offer superior lift and reduced drag. This fundamental change was driven by our commitment to optimizing sailing performance across all conditions.

The updated keel designs not only improve speed and handling but also enhance stability and safety, ensuring that sailors of all skill levels can enjoy a smooth and responsive sailing experience. These advancements mark a significant step forward in our continuous effort to innovate and elevate our sailboat designs.

The New Selden Rig: Precision and Performance

Building on the momentum of our keel innovations, the second major change in the 6 Series is the introduction of the new Selden rig, which began in the fall of 2023. Selden, a leader in rigging technology, has collaborated with Catalina Yachts to develop a state-of-the-art rigging system that maximizes performance and ease of use.

The new Selden rig features advanced materials and engineering techniques, resulting in a rig that is both lighter and stronger. This allows for more precise sail control, improved aerodynamics, and increased overall efficiency. Sailors will appreciate the ease of handling and the enhanced performance that the Selden rig brings to the 6 Series models.

Partnerships and Collaborations

The development of the 6 Series would not have been possible without the support and expertise of our major partners. Companies such as Mars Metal, Selden, Garhauer, Edson, Sensar, Webasto, Southco, Doyle, Lewmar, and Dometic have all contributed to the success of this new series. Their innovative products and unwavering commitment to quality have played a crucial role in bringing the 6 Series to life.

Supplier Excellence and the Role of UMMA

In addition to our major partners, the 6 Series is supported by a vast network of suppliers, including hundreds of companies that provide essential components and services. Our purchasing manager, Joe Langdon, maintains close relationships with these suppliers, ensuring that we receive the highest quality materials and products. The United Marine Manufacturers Association (UMMA) has also been instrumental in facilitating these partnerships, helping us to achieve the level of excellence that Catalina Yachts is known for.

Feedback-Driven Innovation

At Catalina Yachts, we value the input of our sailing community. The development of the 6 Series was heavily influenced by feedback from both direct calls with owners and our new owner survey app. This feedback helped us identify the features and improvements that our customers wanted to see in our updated models. We are proud to say that the 6 Series reflects the desires and expectations of our loyal sailors.

Looking Ahead: A Commitment to Excellence

The launch of the 6 Series is a continuation of more than 50 years of pushing the boundaries of yacht design and performance. Catalina Yachts remains dedicated to our core values of quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We are excited about the future and introducing new models that will further enhance the award-winning Catalina lineup and furthering our commitment to American Luxury.

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT THE 6 SERIES? CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DEALER.

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