May/June 2005

On the cover: Modeling off the new seat added to the rejuvenated Athena.

Featured Products:
– Trailer Security Solutions From DuraSafe
– Advanced Technology Controls Bilge Water Level
– Teleflex Marine Introduces New Sea-Star Power Assist Hydraulic Steering
– Cape Horn Extreme Water Maker by Spectra
– CRUISAIR Introduces Next-Generation Digital Control System for Boat Air Conditioning Systems
– Origo Launches New Range of Ceramic Stovetops
– Why SodaBlast Boat Bottoms?

News Briefs:
– New BoatUS Trip Assist Medical & Traveler’s Assistance Program Takes Care of You and Your Boat
– Annual Holding Tank Horror Stories Contest Could Earn You Cash Prizes!
– What is Going on in the world of Searunner/Seaclipper/Constant Camber Sailboats?
– Sunsail Confirms Asian Bases are Operational
– Kids Make Their Mark on Annual List of Top Boat Names
– CG Auxiliary Bestows Prestigious Award from State Government’s Boating Association on Wayne Spivak
– Good-Bye Gerard Danson
– The Failures Top The List of 2004 Boat Trailer Breakdowns
– The Moorings Wins 2005 N. American Marine Industry Web Award

Letters:
– Re: MM’s 30th!, by Iain Young

Corinne's Culinary Corner:
Quick Meals made in minutes!
by Corinne Kanter

Electrics: Bluewater Power Systems for Multihulls – Part II
by Kevin Jeffrey
In this issue we’ll continue with the renewable power theme and review the wind- and water-powered systems for those who want to sail over the horizon.

A Rough Guide to Maui
There is a great deal of information to know before visiting the island.

Anchoring Etiquette,
by Jim Howard
A lot of thought has to go into anchoring. It’s not just throw down and go. Please be considerate to others around you.


Raekved’s Pacific Roundtrip - Part 2
by Trygve Rushfeldt
The continuing journey of the TRT 1200CR brings them across the Pacific from the Marquesas to Easter Island... where they broke their front beam and twisted their anchor, but only after losing their mast.

Rhiannon’s Summer Cruise
by Stephen Veale
Stephen thought he was going to have a nice peaceful sail to Long Island aboard his Wharram catamaran, but his dream of relaxing came crashing down along with his mast.

Passing on the Heritage
by Iain Young
A lot of times passion for sailing starts at an early age because of the thirst for adventure, so it is the prime time to pass on your accumulated knowledge.


Cruising with Buddy
by Tom Cox
Tom and company join friends aboard a 44’ tri for a 10-day excursion to “Never-Never-Land“ in the Caribbean.

Post Tsunami in Thailand
by Jeanne Pickers
We walked through the village and our hearts went out to those poor people who had so little and now had even less.

From Cairns to Pana Numara
by Dave Jeans
The 52’ Room with a View goes on a 10-day expedition.


The Evolution of JOB
by Mel and Elise Dressler
The FP Athena finds new life after her SunSail charter job.

Ranier 500... You can have it your way
Now you can have your cat and sail it too! Get a customized cat that is not a one-off.


St Francis 50
by Neil Rusch
The new flagship in this range is not just an extended version of the 48.

An Interview with Duncan Lethbridge
by Neil Rusch
Duncan reminisces about some of his past 50 boats that he has sold.

The Point About a Good Plough Anchor
by Will Menzies
There are a few improvements that you can make to your anchor to have it be even more effective.

Port Maneuvers for Multihulls
by Ralph Weise
A step-by-step guide on how to approach a dock without problems.

Durban, South Africa to Key West, USA
by Ian Engelbrecht
The Captain delivers another boat; this time a new Charter Cats’ Jaguar 36.

Fastest Elapsed Time
The Cadillac Van Isle isn’t about handicaps or divisions... it’s all about speed.

Buzzard’s Bay Regatta
It’s time to start thinking about sailing in Massachusetts again.

ISAF Youth World Championships
by Bob Merrick
This event is only for participants under the age of 19; and again, they will be sailing Hobie 16s.

Formula 18 North Americans
This year’s event is scheduled to be held in Chesapeake Bay in early August.

Nacra Celebrates 30 Years
A “Happy Birthday” goes out to the popular race cat.


Ellen MacArthur Owns World Sailing Record
B&Q sailed over 27,000 miles in under 72 days. The previous record of 72d22h54m22s was set only one year prior by Francis Joyon.

An Interview with Dr. Meeno Schrader
by CC Plaass
Our German Representative sits down with the man who heads the Weather-Routing crew for Ellen MacArthur.

Fort Lauderdale to Key West Race
Glenn Howell
The race as seen from Zephyr, the record-breaking Antrim 40.

Records Fall in Ft. Lauderdale to Key West Race
by Dave Calvert
This 160-mile race seemed to be no challenge for some of the multihulls, as three of them break the previous record.

Key West Race Week - Corsair 28 Class
by Dave Calvert
Even with only 10 entries this year, the race was still a competitive one.

Obituary – Dennis Bixler
It is with great sadness that we report that Dennis Bixler, who operated The Multihull Company’s Florida brokerage office, died Thursday, April 7th. He will be dearly missed.