Sailing full time, Mono hull vs Catamaran

Sailing full time, Mono hull vs Catamaran

Cashapp ChristopherCousteau

Venmo @howtosailing

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[ScoptOriginal]

I've gotta wonder why you'd suggest a monohull over a catamaran when you show it heeling like that. It's almost like the primary goal of adding hulls is to prevent heeling because a heeling boat sucks to live on.

[deanwilliams]

It's a nice boat. I prefer cats. They are easier with guests and for the type of cruising that 98% of owners do, its perfect. It also helps that the resale value on cats is higher.

[randalladdison]

i like the boat but all the video was showing them about 30 degrees heeling...i hate standing on my ear all day at 72 that is very tiring. On a trip that would get very old in a big hurry.

[raymondthomas]

The question that needs to be answered is "At $500K+ is that the ready to sail away price?" Or do you still have to add another $100K or more to sail away?

[MHow]

Nice boat!
Question:
Can you do a video on running costs comparison. I know you talk about it here and there but a dedicated video by class size 22 to 80 ft. would be great.

[dmccorvey]

He's not kidding - the Dufour 470 is ENORMOUS. Makes you wonder if it will fit in a slip....

[jasperkoot]

Does it have also a cabin in the bow? For crew?

[dripphoenix]

Please change the title to Dufour advertisement. its misleading

[filo_highlander]

What would it cost approximately to purchase one in Europe and flag here in the U.S.? Import fees

[Mordalo]

I have no idea why you are such a fanboy of this boat. And what is so unusual about a 15' beam?

[nicobasson]

Thanks so much! Wow boat; how would Dufour 47’s compare in order to fit a more moderate budget?

[nohandle]

I was at the Annapolis show too - I was so impressed with all of the Dufours - and this one? just gorgeous

[RichardRoger]

can you cover their smaller ones? that was lovely...

[TheRiseofSuperman]

Since the Annapolis sailboat show, I have been sold on the Beneteau Oceanis line and the Jeannau. After watching this particular video and doing a little more research I will make sure I get aboard a Defour, and a Moody DS before I pull the trigger on any deal.

[mjanulis]

Hey Chris - sounds like we hit the mono hull sweet spot with everything ever needed. It's really a one boat checklist of the best things found on every other vessel. Really love it. I am going to study the Shiitake out of it and keep it as my new ultimate. Thanks as always for your insight & expertise.

[chrisperkins]

Thought you didn't like teak decks?

[motostradacompanhia]

Within the Dufour line, I liked the 520 more, it offers more than the 470 and because it is used, it is much cheaper and more complete.

[jamesheynen]

Impressive!! I’d imagine 500k range to start

[stephanemswiler]

💯Agreed. The Dufour’s at the show were awesome. Really love the midship split galley concept.

[jackpresnull]

that crew cabin would be great my my stepson and nephew. could bring both brother in laws family and mother in law. awsome boat