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Fountaine Pajot is the #1 builder in the world for serious, voyaging catamarans. Each model is designed to cross oceans in any weather, and to have the space and load-carrying capability to accommodate your serious, voyaging plans. FP MultiHull Article See the Fountaine Pajot Caribbean Rendezvous article here. |
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Fountaine Pajot Catamarans for serious cruisers.Fountaine Pajot Caribbean Rendezvous article here. Fountaine Pajot, the largest builder of offshore catamarans in the world.The World has changed... Today, as I write this from
France where we have just finished our 19th visit and dealer
This year, Fountaine Pajot has introduced all new fabrics and upholstery, and an all-together lighter interior with light wood (and more of it) and light gel coat. Windows are bigger, interiors are more open, and cockpits and features have been improved and expanded on both power and sail models. As the leading builder of Catamarans, Fountaine Pajot offers Offshore capable, and live-aboard catamarans. (Each model is available in an Owner's version, with owner's wing, or with additional cabins for large families or charter applications.) They build sail, power and commercial catamarans (you may have seen the two tone green power cats as committee boats during the America's cup?). The combination of volume, experience and the best engineers and designers insures that Fountaine Pajot is consistently the value leader in their field. Since 1992, Bay Yacht Agency has consistently been the leading North American dealer for Fountaine Pajot. We have the experience and staff to insure that your Fountaine Pajot is customized to your complete satisfaction. We even offer a price and satisfaction guarantee! BYA offers exclusive pictures and information on all the new models and features--check out the individual models on this page. All of the sail boat models will be displayed at the Annapolis boat show in Oct. 07. Want a sail 36 or 44' Or a power 35 or 46? Boat show models still available.
Eric Smith, President Brokerage Catamarans-Links to over 70,000 boats, specializing in catamarans Why is Fountaine Pajot the #1 builder of catamarans in the world? Here's the inside information...For over 30 years building over 1,700 boats, Fountaine Pajot has introduced the world to the Catamaran lifestyle. Now, I introduce them to you... (Please scroll down.) |
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new site, pictures of the new models--first time anywhere. Sail 44 & 48,
Power 35 and 44. 
meeting, we
have completed sea-trials on the brand new 44' and 48' Fountaine Pajot.
We have witnessed the successful implementation of all new production
techniques on all the models that include infusion and injection
processes that replace vacuum bagging as the means to bring lighter and
stronger construction to the industry, while reducing harmful emissions.
For
35 years we have taken pride in introducing clients to the finest boats
the world has to offer, and now, we introduce you to the new ideas and
the best products for your hard earned dollars, that the world has to
offer. We are proud to introduce you to the all new, Fountaine Pajot
line up. We look forward to serving you...
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1. See the sailboats hereSail (Click here for power)Click on the link to the right for complete details. most models available in a multi cabin and owner's layout configuration
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Power-Catamaran TrawlersClick on the link to the right for complete details. All models available in a max cabin and owner's layout configuration
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2.Fountaine PajotFountaine Pajot in perspective
 FP is familiar with, and has used the highest tech construction techniques in racing and one-off boats, but chooses to use
moderate high tech techniques in their cruising boats. You see, in racing boats, you can afford to take risks with unproven techniques,
and unyielding laminate structures in order to gain a small speed advantage. However, in your cruising boat, you want proven
technology and a measure of give when you brush a piling, or go aground.
moderate
Compared to the typical
monohull, FP is probably still considered high tech. Their skilled, and experienced work force is
totally familiar with vacuum bagging, cored construction in laminates and internal structural members, and higher quality, less
forgiving resins. But don't be fooled. The builders that throw out all of the fancy terms and names may be choosing unforgiving
untried technology to your ultimate detriment.
Here, then are a few of the important features found on every Fountaine Pajot:
Catamaran Construction at Fountaine Pajot:
Fountaine Pajot Abuse strength
Fountaine Pajot Safety:Power... Extra beam provides more stability. The hulls are built to offshore standards. Bulwarks with SS solid rails (not lifelines) surround the wide walk around decks. Structural skegs protect the shafts and rudders. Everything is carefully thought out and designed for offshore exploration and voyaging. Technical information about choosing a Power catamaran Fountaine Pajot Sailing Catamarans...
The keels are fixed and filled with foam. They are a separate piece, glued into a molded socket in the hull. They protect
the rudders and shafts, but should they strike a reef or submerged object they harmlessly break away without allowing water
intrusion.
Our boats are designed with multiple watertight compartments in each hull. Not only are FP's unsinkable, but they are designed
so that if you hit floating debris and compromised a compartment, you could probably sail on. Even if you compromised two
or more compartments you would be O.K.
All FP's meet not only the European standards, but the highest French, Offshore standards. (Necessary to sail out of the country
on their own bottoms!) There are, for instance, reentry hatches located appropriately above the inverted waterline so that in
the unlikely event of a capsize, you can use your inverted boat as a life raft with all supplies still available.
Choosing your catamaran
Cruising comfort/performance with Fountaine PajotPower The beam offers less rolling. The narrower hulls offer less wave making resistance for better fuel economy on up to higher speeds. The FP's track straight as an arrow, even in following seas. Technical information about choosing a Power catamaran Sailing comfort with Fountaine Pajot
The hulls are rather full, with rounded shapes allowing FP's to sail at designed speeds under load. Typically, a loaded FP will
sail at speeds approximately 20% greater than a comparable sized Monohull. (How do we know? Because we regularly
deliver Monohulls and Catamarans from Annapolis to the Caribbean for our charter fleet and we look at the logs!)
The sterns are full and incorporate considerable overhang aft so that they adequately support the weight of the diesels and
mechanical equipment. Again, the actual sterns are kept absolutely empty to reduce pitching.
There is consistently high bridge deck clearance and a smooth, unobstructed under bridge shape that prevents pounding at sea.
All FP's have twin diesels. You have the security of backup systems for virtually all mechanical and electrical functions. We
can motor at approximately 80% of hull speed on just one engine which greatly increases your range and is at least comparable to
the hull speed of single hull boats.
Flat deck spaces, and especially the relatively flat coach roof, make it comfortable and easy to move around.
Choosing your catamaran
Exceptional features, Fountaine Pajot Power and Sail:
The Nav area is up with a full 360 degree view. With a remote on an autopilot the boat can be completely navigated from
inside much like with a pilot house design.
A unique, patented feature is the eyebrow overhang of the coach roof over the window areas. This prevents the high sun
from creating a greenhouse effect inside the boat. There's a difference you can feel on a sunny day. This is very important, and
something you may not notice on a short visit but note that on the competitors Cats with wrap around windows that the
wonderful panoramic view you normal expect is blocked most of the time with curtains or window coverings designed to keep out the sun!
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3.Custom boatsCustomizing your Fountaine Pajot(New or used!)Most dealers give you a manufacturers option list and you put the boat together yourself. We interview you to find out what is important to you. We introduce you to our systems engineer to discuss your options and to make a commissioning plan. Annapolis is "America's Boating Capital". We have access to the best people for electronics, carpentry, metal fabrication, sailmaking, canvas products and every other type of marine product that you can imagine. Whether you're a seasoned pro, or a newbie, you shouldn't settle for less than to have your boat meet your personal requirements. For more on this, visit this link: Customizing your boat. We also arrange complete services. Everything from instruction, to financing and finding a slip. Don't take our word for it, see what a few of the nice folks that we have helped recently have had to say... Contact us for details: 410-263-2311 |
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4. Good Cat, Bad Cat?...when you're looking for an offshore, live-aboard catamaran.Here's information that you can use. It was gleaned from designers, builders, delivery captains and owners. In the end, we distilled what they had to say into some hard hitting poignant comments. Now, you can use this information to help make an informed decision. Click on the links to the left to learn more. |
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Fountaine Pajot is one of only two yards now offering it's boats built to the highest ISO
9001-2000 latest version-- European standard for offshore yachts. Over 1/2 of the Fountaine
Pajot Catamarans built, sail
trans-Atlantic in their first year--These boats are built, must be built, for Ocean sailing!
The power boats are cruising in virtually all oceans of the world. (
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