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A Review of:
July/August 2002

On the Cover: Out of the Blue - A new generation of British catamarans... the Prestige 38

Contents:

News:
• Raider 30 Sports Catamaran Now Available in the US
US SAILING to present Arthur B. Hanson Rescue Medal to Lake Beulah (WI) Group for Assisting Sailor

Featured Products:
• Yacht-Watcher Alarm System
• Tri-Lens Radar Reflector Dramatically Increases Visibility to Ship’s Radar
• Taylor Made Products Unveils World’s First Self-Inflating Boat Fenders
• GROCO Announces Delivery of SWEET­TANK Retail Outlets this Summer
Antenna System

Mistakes on the Water
by Barb Hansen
Be prepared before trouble arises. Know your boat and the people aboard.

35 Years of Northwest Multihull Association
One of, if not the oldest multihull club in the world, celebrates its longevity.

Corrine's Culinary Corner: Drinks and Appertizers
by Corrine Kanter
• Cranberry Delight
• Cranberry Sour
• Perky Pitcher for a Crowd

• Rum Runner• Refried Bean Dip

• Smokey Vegetable Dip
• Tapenade
• Shrimp Spread
• Hot Crabmeat Cocktail Dip

Electrics:  The Ideal 12-Volt Power System for Cruising Multihulls Part II
by Kevin Jeffrey

Part II takes a look at a more comprehensive electrical power system. The article also includes a complete diagram.

Letters:
• In Response to Thor Heyerdahl’s Passing
• Raving About the Rave

Cruising:
All Kinds of Advice
by Jim Howard

Sharing information allows for safer, more enjoyable cruising.

What Not to Do...A Story of Stuff-Ups
by Joann Djubal

Prevent putting yourself, your crew, and your boat at risk. Take precautions!

The Long Slog Home
by Ralph B. Pears

Aboard the Caribbean Clipper, a 25' Lock Crowther-design, it was a tedious trip from Port-Clyde to Sebasco Estates.

The Elusive Cruising Catamaran Performance
by Charles E. Kanter

The water plane shape may be the reason for catamarans not reaching their expectations of speed.

Corrosion in its Many Forms
by Christopher Murman

A look at the problems concerning cor­rosion in the marine environment.

Designs:
Pulsar 33
by Erik Lerouge

French designer, Erik Lerouge offers a 33' trimaran with real cruising comfort.

KHSD 37
by Kurt Hughes

This new composite design uses PVC foam-cored hulls, covered inside and out by unidirectional glass and some carbon fiber.

Broadblue 42 and Prestige 38
by Broadblue Catamarans
Broadblue, based in Oulton Broad on the Suffolk coast,  is a  new name in the world of manufacturing catamarans.

Privilège 585
Alliaura Marine’s new 585 is the flagship of the Privilège range.

Harrigami
by Rob Denney

A brief description of what proas are all about. From the success of his Harry design, Rod develops Harrigami. 

Farrier F-41 Catamaran Part III
by Ian Farrier
Endless Summer, the first F-41 is now finished and launched on Australia’s Gold Coast.

Racing:
No Multihulls Allowed!

by Chris Plaass

An interview with the head staff of the DaimlerCrysler North Atlantic Challenge, discussing why multihulls are not permitted to race.

Record Attempts can be Hard on Sailor’s Patience
Orange sets out with great hope to beat the Round Britian and Ireland record, only to be becalmed 3 miles from the finish line.

The 2002 Mackinack
by J.R. Watson

A report of the 78th Port Huron to Mackinac Island Race and the 104th Mackinac to Chicago Race.

Mug Race Madness
by Lawrence Dennis
Bill Roberts of Palm City, Florida won his 14th Mug Cup in the 49th annual Mug Race, near Jacksonville, FL.

Race Round Texel 2002
by Nico Boon

More than 600 crews gathered to take part in the 25th Anniversary of the Race Around Texel.

No Rest for Mollymawk/Netergy
After winning the Round Britain and Ireland Race, Ross and Andi achieve victory once again!

DCV or Diesel?
by Charles K. Chiodi

With all the hype surrounding the Electric Wheel, good or bad, Charles wanted to find out for himself and the readers if it really works. Susan Caumont adds to the story with her experience with Solomon Technologies.

Happy 70th Birthday Charles!
A day that will go down in MULTIHULLS’ history, as the publisher was honored by friends and family in this momentous ‘medieval’ event.


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