Xquisite 30′ Sportcat:
Sail Magazine’s In-Depth Review of Best Boats 2024 Nominee
A Closer Look at the Xquisite 30′ Sportcat
Sail Magazine’s recent review of the Xquisite 30′ SportCat highlights its unique features and impressive performance.
This yacht is a remarkable departure from Xquisite Yachts’ typical offerings of luxurious bluewater cruising cats.
Designed by Francois Perus, the 30-foot catamaran is crafted for speed and ease of handling, making it a thrilling option for both training and leisure. With a lightweight design that includes carbon beams, a rotating carbon mast, and a sleek profile, the Sportcat delivers an agile and responsive sailing experience.
Sail Magazine’s review of the 30 Sportcat underscores its dynamic performance and training potential. The catamaran was described as “enticing”, likened to a drag racer tugging at her dock lines during the Annapolis Sailboat Show. Achieving speeds of 16 to 18 knots in 14 knots of true wind, this performance is powered by advanced North Sails 3Di foils and a design that enables sailing up to one-and-a-half times the wind speed on a beam reach.
With a focus on simplicity, the Sportcat is designed without the complexities of daggerboards or foils, making it accessible for new sailors while still appealing to experienced hands.
“The boat is super simple to sail. Everything is small. You have to use your hands, you trim the sails, you feel the rudders. Just with two fingers, you can steer the boat. So this is how you learn sailing”
– Tamas Hamor, Xquisite’s founder and CEO explained
Performance Meets Practicality
While the Xquisite 30 Sportcat boasts impressive sailing capabilities, its interior is deliberately minimalist, focused on essentials rather than luxury. Her construction allows it to be dismantled and transported easily, fitting into a 40-foot shipping container or on a trailer. The catamaran includes basic accommodations suitable for short overnights, including space for a mattress and basic amenities like a chemical toilet, making it perfect for adventurous sailors who want to camp out under the stars.
The Sportcat’s minimal displacement is achieved through an infusion process using e-glass, vinylester, and carbon reinforcement. This construction, along with the use of netting rather than heavy decking, ensures that the boat remains light without sacrificing strength or durability. Standard features include twin fixed keels with kick-up rudders, a 10-hp outboard option, and essential sailing hardware from Harken.
30′ SPORTCAT
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- LOA30’4”
- Beam16’11”
- Draft2’6”
- Air Draft43’4”
- Displacement1,872 lbs
- Sail Area462 sq ft upwind
- DesignerFrancois Perus
- BuilderXquisite Yachts
Xquisite 30′ SportCat Technical Specifications
- LOA30’4”
- Beam16’11”
- Draft2’6”
- Air Draft43’4”
- Displacement1,872 lbs
- Sail Area462 sq ft upwind
- DesignerFrancois Perus
- BuilderXquisite Yachts
Ready for Adventure
The Xquisite 30′ Sportcat stands out as a versatile and exciting addition to the catamaran market, offering a blend of high-speed performance and practical features that cater to both novice and experienced sailors. For those ready to take the next step in their sailing journey, this Sportcat offers a dynamic, user-friendly platform that’s as fun as it is functional.
About Xquisite Yachts
Xquisite Yachts is a luxury yacht brand known for its innovative designs, comfort, and sailing performance. The company produces a limited number of multi-award-winning catamarans each year using the latest technology. Customers can purchase finished yachts or place a custom order, with the option to try before they buy through the company’s charter program.
About Sail Magazine
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