Catamaran Mistertong · video

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Djé and Nad, a couple with minimal sailing experience, purchased Mister Tong, a 46-foot amateur-built catamaran, to transition to a liveaboard lifestyle.0:41 The boat, constructed of wood and epoxy by a former maritime carpenter, features a unique design that complicates maintenance and repair, as standard production-boat solutions often do not apply.0:50 Since acquiring the vessel in Le Marin, Martinique, the owners have discovered significant structural issues, including rot in the stern, cockpit lockers, and roof, as well as water ingress and loose deck hardware.8:35 These unforeseen repairs have delayed their departure and raised concerns regarding the vessel's long-term reliability and offshore capability.4:17 The couple holds only basic sailing certifications and limited practical experience, having completed just one week of formal training.9:09 They intend to document their learning process and ongoing maintenance challenges on their catamaran as they prepare for future cruising in the Grenadines.6:57

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