BRAND NEW CATAMARAN in My Hands… BIG MISTAKE?? Ep 409
20 July 2025 · 19 min · 27K views · Knysna
What this video covers
The crew of Nandji - Frothlyfe sea-trials a new Vision catamaran in Knysna, South Africa, testing its performance in 25-knot winds and challenging coastal conditions. The vessel features a fractional sloop rig with a self-tacking jib and a mechanical halyard lock at the masthead, a design choice intended to simplify short-handed sail handling.9:17 During the test, the boat maintains speeds of 16 knots while reaching, even with a heavy cruising payload.16:31 The crew navigates the Knysna Heads, a notoriously difficult bar crossing, to evaluate the catamaran's handling in open ocean swells and its ability to track through surf without digging in.14:56 The design incorporates specific hull geometry from the keel to the transom to optimize riding attitude and prevent nose-diving.16:52 The test confirms that the catamaran remains responsive and stable under load, with the CEO emphasizing that the boat is engineered to prioritize sailing performance despite the weight of standard cruising amenities.16:31
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