Length................ 11.5m
Beam................. 7.0m
Draft................... 0.4-1.8m
Dry Weight......... 3500 kgs
Mast height........ 17m
Sail Area............ 81 m2
Displacement....4000 kgs

This design as aimed at those that want a roomy cruising catamaran with good performance. 11.5m is about the smallest it is possible to get full headroom in the bridgedeck without it looking too high. It is designed with modern curves, rather than flat panels, and distinctive 'cat-like' windows on the cabin to give lots of light below.

Construction will be in foam composite, with minor bulkheads and the interior in plywood, giving a cost effective, well-insulated and light boat.

Shallow draft is a feature, with retractable rudders and centreboards. But with these foils down it will have good windward performance, aided by its wide beam of 7m for good stability. The rig will feature a self-tacking jib, and a semi permanent furling screacher from the prod.

Interior includes a large saloon on the bridgedeck, with the galley down in a hull. There are two singles berth forward. Aft in each hull are the double berths, which feature a large opening vertical hatch looking out across the boarding platform. This has been a feature that has worked particularly well on the TC 10 "Pulse".

The first one is now being built near Warkworth, North of Auckland. If you are interested in having a look, let me know. The frames will be available for future boats shortly.

New Stratis TM Sails by Doyles www.doylesails.co.nz