50' Xquisite X5 Catamaran. (4K) Guided tour of all features while sailing across the Atlantic.

Ep193. In this episode of Cruising Off Duty, we break away from the story of our South Atlantic Sailing Voyage and do a dedicated episode where we have the owner of Xquiste Yachts, Tamas Hamor, take on a top to bottom guided tour of every component and feature of this beautiful 50' Cruising Catamaran. If you are in the market to buy a Catamaran you will learn a lot about what components should go into a solid live-aboard sailing catamaran.
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[@joseclaudio3901]

A dream boat.....first thing comes to mind is "chewy we are home"....

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Ha Ha. Yes!

[@Dmhlcmb]

The wiring tells you everything you need to know.👍🏻

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Yes it does!

[@mschwartz5606]

Best boat review ever. Thank you very much for a wonderful video.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks and you are welcome. 😁

[@choutataoufik]

True, because the Sr engineer is available...

[@paladro]

was just thinking the same.

[@superloose5632]

Stunning review, love the in-house check up by the company when for sale too, very assuring and impressed. Cheers from Sydney.

[@sgt.pepper4274]

Yup, it doesn't leave much to imagination. This one video lets you know whether this boat is for you or not. And i can't imagine if you are in the market for a 50' catamaran, this wouldn't be the boat for you--well, at least me.:) Thanks for sharing.

[@jclark500]

Hi Craig, Just got around to watching this video tonight. Great job and congratulations to Sean. I should disclose that I am the owner of hull 3 that you did a wonderful tour video on at the Annapolis boat show in 2017. May I just add that we have now owned her for a full two years. Just like any new boat, there were some issues of course, however, Tamas and the the team at Phoenix did everything they said they would do and more. I have heard from other owners of new vessels that have had some nightmare stories dealing with other companies. Jeff on Sea Larks

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Hey Jeff. So good to hear from an existing owner. Glad to hear the after sales service is everything I had heard and assumed it was. It is a great boat backed by good people who care.

[@Nash72]

Hi, Since you owned the boat for several years.... You would do all of us a incredible support to have a review of the boat before and after.... We are a community and all strive for us to take it to a other level... Love your boat and thanks for allowing the first review. Safe sailing.

[@skigod9]

you can truly see his joy and excitement in the boat when he talks about every item and it shows how much thought and passion went into its design.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Yes. He is proud of the boat they have created. I would be too.

[@rogerioozay466]

I currently fly a Gulfstream airplane (which is considered the best in the industry), and can relate Xquisite’s mindset to that of Gulfstream’s. They approach customer support in the same way (it is more expensive), but this is what the owner of such high end product expects. This approach is for sure raising the bar and will for sure distance Xquisite from their competitors. Many of the things said in this video is very similar to how an airplane manufacturer sees the operation as a whole. Plug and play equipment, easy maintenance, and great support (using cloud base information for preventive maintenance, wow)! You guys are on the right track to building a very strong reputation. Hope you can keep this up. I visited this boat at this years Miami boat show, and Sean gave me a tour himself. I will for sure become a customer. This is what I was looking for. Thank you!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Glad to help you narrow down your search. Best of luck in your future purchase.

[@donjohnston3776]

I echo the wonderful comments below. Great to see a dishwasher along with all the features. The ability and ease of replacing components is a key feature. The redundancy features exceed what is available on most aircraft and other vehicles.

[@robertskinner1799]

I love the dishwasher, he had to tell you that it was on because you could not hear it.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Don. I use to think a dishwasher was not needed but after sailing across the ocean on an X5, I have changed my mind. Who wants to wash dishes in a sink in a constantly moving boat? I got spoiled. ha ha

[@TraneFrancks]

What a crazy great episode. I didn't think that I'd be grinning 52 min. in, but the description of post-sale and resale coverage by Xquisite is, well, exquisite.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks and glad you enjoyed it to the end. After sales service for each owner has been exceptional.

[@hermangareis]

What a great episode!! Thank you for that. Tamas is definitely the kind of guy you want behind your boat. He really seems like he cares about every aspect of it. Hats off to you Tamas!!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Herman

[@raymondhowie719]

Best catamaran I have seen it is well put together

[@marceld6061]

Massively impressive yacht. The attention to detail. Redundancy. Spare parts. After sale support. Design. The lines hidden from sun exposure. I love the escape hatch detail. A functional, yet a beautiful feature on its own. I could sit and watch the water pass by for a long time.... Honey?! Where's our lottery ticket?

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Ha Ha. My sentiments exactly.

[@klasandersson7522]

Absolutly amazing video, never ever seen such a good guide of a boat in action! And WHAT a boat!!!! I have been sailing for more than 30 years, but this cat is in a league of it´s own! Tamas is the right man in the right place, with that compassion for his product he radiates trust, lovely tour of all aspects of the boat! Fair winds and following seas!

[@simontaylor4873]

If you have the money, the Xquisite is a no brainer!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

After everything I have seen sailing it and going to the factory for a tour. I completely agree. I just need a bigger budget. ha ha

[@takenotes5983]

I keep coming back and watching this I love the fact youre sailing while giving the tour!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

That’s great to hear. That’s the one good thing about the guided tours. You learn so much and you can watch it over and over again if you do forget a few things

[@geraldanderson7576]

I've watched this review almost a dozen times. Absolutely my favorite tour and catamaran. Thanks Craig and Tamas.

[@scoobydo6454]

That was the best review I have ever seen of a catamaran. Xquisite need to keep Tamas purely for his enthusiasm and comprehensive knowledge of the X5, unbelievably informative and I want one now despite the 21 tonne but it is a fully loaded yacht giving absolute luxury and still maintaining good performance for bluewater cruising, it is a penthouse on water so thank you. Need a dive compressor though? The attention to detail and redundancy is incredible and the cloud backup from the company for maintenance amazing. An incredible boat builder. Tamas thank you dude and you to Cruising Off Duty :)

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks SC.

[@senseiquickbooks4588]

Tamas is THE OWNER of the XQUiSITe company hehe

[@xiaowei1]

What a great catamaran - very well presented and explained. Best of all, is we got to see it actually perform. It's very well thought out, and the helm position is perfect. Very impressive.

[@stephenbradshaw5311]

Thank you, Craig, what an awesome review, Tamas passion for these yachts is evident for everyone to see and the level of quality and after-sales service is exceptional.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Stephen, Agreed, the whole Phoenix/Xquisite team really shows their passion for making an excellent boat that should stand the test of time.

[@10lauset]

I've never heard of such after-sale services extending to the vessel being re-sold. Well done and thanks.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

I don’t think any other builder goes to this level. More proof of after sales service coming up in future episodes.

[@icemanUH]

@@Bowmans-Woods this was the shut up and take my money moment.

[@davidtan9235]

I would definitely pick this for my father after hearing abt their after sale service!

[@gregdamario5808]

I am not a big fan of catamarans, but only because of the interior styling. However, this boat is exceptionally well designed and furnished. I also love the cockpit and helm station. This is a Yabba Dabba Doooooo! If only many of the mono hull designers would think things through.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

I was on it for 9 weeks. I couldn't find anything about this Cat that I didn't like. Other than it is probably out of our price range, New. If a used one in good shape at a good price came along, I'd jump on it.

[@brandonholliday7927]

Such a sweet boat. I like it even more with his upgrades and in depth reviews!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Yes. They keep improving this boat. It was already good at hull#3 I reviewed and now Hull #9 is just that much closer to the perfect boat.

[@pbbdmedia]

When Sean sells, I’m on board. The technical inspiration speaks for itself.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Yes. A very fine boat.

[@speddytaghetti7905]

15:20 ....the amazing homemade bread maker bread makes a rare cameo appearance!✅👍🏼😉

[@nieskensj]

great review thank you again for sharing this adventure . Looking forward to seeing more about how she sails

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Jason.

[@alexandrefrossardnogueira3894]

Amazing boat! Congrats to Tamas and the whole factory team

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Yes it is. I'm sure they will hear that a lot after these videos.

[@christiegreene4223]

WOW! What a beautiful boat... I wish it was mind... Just beautiful!!! Nice real nice!

[@ragemodels]

Awesome walkthrough, what a beautiful custom Cat!!!

[@bnato8209]

This boat review is insanely good. I am writing a check right now.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Jeff

[@dreoneful]

What an amazing boat im in love.

[@insanelyradical32]

This boat is, by some margin, the best cruising catamaran on the market. Tamas has an incredible savvy for making really, really good boats. I cannot get enough of this boat, it is just so well thought out and manufactured. After seeing Craig's tour of hull #3 I began maxing out my retirement contributions solely to be able to purchase one and cruise indefinitely ASAP! I probably have another 20 years of saving, but I WILL own one! This is the boat dreams are made of! Thanks for another well done video Craig, I would love to buy both you and Tamas a beer sometime. Keep up the good work!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks a lot. It’s good to have a dream and with 20 years to go, I’m sure you can get there.

[@MrBrewzr]

What a great video. The series on this trip has been fun to watch, I really just loved it. The owner, Exquisite, Tamas, and the whole team at Phoenix are so awesome. Without question, if I could buy this boat, I would.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks. And my sentiments exactly.

[@kerryhatcher]

The wiring alone makes me want to buy one of these over other folks. I've had to troubleshoot so many networking and radio gear cabinets on land over the years and I really appreciate the clean installs. This is no joke one of my biggest concerns about buying a boat based on photos and videos I've seen over the years. A big thank you from this engineer for showing those wiring cabinets in detail!!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

It is a very clean and efficient system of wiring. I was impressed.

[@JulioCesar-ez6wf]

Ok, I'm sold. If I ever get a boat that's the model I'll look for!!!!! Amazing review man!!! Looks like you could easily live in there.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

It is a nice Cat. They have the X5+ now.

[@uleih]

Good job Xquisite X5 team!

[@stephenprice8172]

Most definitely the best explanation of any yacht construction and systems implementation I have ever seen. So much detailed description, and usage information shows that it is very clear that major research was performed before design and function factors were selected. And the Cruising Off Duty crew have brought all this to us in a very professional way as well. A perfect example of a combined desire to help others understand the details, and most certainly has been of great benefit towards my decision on which supplier I will buy from. Many, many thanks to all involved.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks!! Tamas is such a great demonstrator and speaker. It made my job of filming it easy. 😁👍

[@redreignss]

Love how y’all are sailing while doing the video! Great video! Wish I could afford this!!

[@dragonfly8080808]

A truly great boat tour just the right amount of information, I love this cat. Thanks for sharing.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Paul

[@johnmichaels4330]

This builder doesn't mess around. That is an amazing boat.

[@testicool6522]

Its a motor sailor, too heavy, maintenance and up keep would be ridiculous. This is for old rich guys tbat have never sailed in their life and would be selling them a year after they bought them.

[@johnmichaels4330]

@@testicool6522 really? It look well put together. I'm a hopeful sailor, future after retirement. This one isn't a sail boat the can sail most of the time? Wouldn't want to motor around much. I'm still learning.

[@testicool6522]

@@johnmichaels4330 a lot of good ideas but at the end of the day its a sail boat that cannot sail in umless there are strong winds and you would need to budget for a lot of diesel.

[@testicool6522]

@@johnmichaels4330 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIuVe4KDfZh1nck this is what you want and around the same price point

[@johnmichaels4330]

@@testicool6522 awesome, thank you very much.

[@paulocustodiopersonalizado8706]

The best ever review. Congratulalions

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks. Always nice to hear.

[@darrenrowley7544]

What a stunning boat. It would be my first purchase if I won the lottery lol. Fingers crossed !!!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

You and me both. :-)

[@Mr12frod]

Awesome review, Tomas you did your company a great service, this should definitely be the vlog to watch if you are interested on a Xquisite x5 cat. Greg amazing job on this vid great work.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Frank.

[@sergest-pierre6160]

This is an amazing boat and great review.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Serge.

[@2fast2nick]

Yes! I've been waiting for this.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Glad to hear it. Enjoy!

[@waynemcphail7825]

I agree with Wolf Jack, the best review ever! Outstanding, what a vessel!!!!!! You hit a home run.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Wayne.

[@MPUlberg]

Best way to review a boat is under sailing conditions. Very detailed rundown of the features by Tamas was excellent. Five star for this episode!!!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks.

[@simonjones7785]

The more I see of these reviews the more I want to sign my backside away and order one

[@stephengerrard1120]

I would have to sell too many body parts to afford this wonderful boat that I would have to sail it by proxy😂

[@DestroyAllWaves]

This walk through, and the factory tour , super stuff ! Thank you!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

You are very welcome Peter

[@MrMrdazzab]

so good to see such dedication to service and the customer experience!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

It was reassuring to see that level of quality going into a modern Cat.

[@jersonjim3605]

I keep coming back to this catamaran. Just amazing design.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

It is pretty awesome if you can afford it.

[@jimini2419]

Cruising Off Duty So how is it ??!,

[@ginoperaro3101]

One of the most comfortable and performing catamarans

[@davescott1491]

What a great review of an incredible yacht.

[@seatravel8536]

Fantastic tour! Great job.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks. Glad you liked it.

[@geraldanderson7576]

Simply the best review ever!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Gerard.

[@williamli8]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful work!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks William

[@Niagra2011]

Great job Craig! Tamas’s passion shows throughout this video and others that he/they have put so much thought into every aspect of this superb cat and it shows. I think this boat will continue to stay on the leading edge of all the newest and latest, greatest ideas to make sailing easier, better, and safer along with all the built in redundancy. I would surmise that they will be expanding their factory in an attempt to keep up with demand. Thanks Craig for bring it all to us in this superb video!!!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks. I asked if they plan to expand their production line in the future and they said no. They want to built quality boats and when you double your capacity and the number of employees you tend to lose some quality. They are hoping to have Cats that keep their value, so building quality is how you do that. I bet the waiting list for new boats will just get longer and longer.

[@richardscudds4753]

This boat is absolutely magnificent

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Agreed

[@jasonsootyallen787]

Wow and that's why it's called xquisite. boats built by sailors for sailors. You should all be proud of yourselves well done to everyone who put there blood sweat and tears into her she's a beauty 🤗

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Totally agree. They should be proud of what this new company has built. It's a tough commutative market. Thats why I like getting the word out, to help them succeed.

[@TheBetterEnding]

Excellent presentation. You can tell Tamas is proud of his boat and he should be. If I was in the market for a sailboat I would look long and hard at this boat. Thanks!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Jeffrey. Agreed.

[@Zarih67]

What a wonderful review!. I love the attention to detail. It's made for people who live and sail onboard. Excellent! Love this yacht.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks. Yes it is our favourite boat. Wish we could afford it. Hard to settle for something less after living on it for 8 weeks. :-(

[@Zarih67]

@@Bowmans-Woods I can imagine. But, you never know. Keep up the good work. Good things come to those who wait.

[@livingthervlocalifecarlosa3111]

Wow, I was leaning towards the power Aquila 54 but after seeing this I have changed my mind. This is the boat we have been looking for

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Well I am sure they will be happy to hear this. Tell them you fell in love from Cruising Off Duty when you sign the paperwork. LOL

[@ondi37]

👏 👏 👏 BRAVO BRAVO!!! BEAUTIFUL AND THE DESIGN IS AMAZING!! THANKS FOR THE TOUR! LOVE IT!!!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

You are so welcome!

[@RogerC68]

I agree with Wolf,,, amazing!!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Yes. :-)

[@wcads623]

Wow fabulous cat superb build quality and so well designed for world cruising.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Yep. Total agreement.

[@mihailchehlarov2720]

That's for me is in the top of the list. Everything you need is there

[@mikedean8061]

Great yacht. Good upgrades. Hope the owner enjoys it for years to come.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

I am sure Sean and his family will.

[@jeffkovacs6521]

Another great video... thanks for giving us such an in-depth look at such an beautiful and capable boat.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

You are very welcome Jeff

[@dougtratch8260]

Ohh Tamas, I fall deeper in love with this Catamaran with every walk through. You are quite the knowledgeable sales man. Craig thanks for bringing this boat to life with your in-depth reviews. I hope to see it in the flesh in Annapolis this October.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Doug. Yes, you will see us at Annapolis.

[@feather9658]

this boat is the incarnation of "two is one, one is none"

[@bowhunter8235]

Amazing review. I just might watch it again. 👍

[@petergeary9160]

Best boat review ever.

[@garyflint1793]

Tomas is a very impressive man.

[@life-elixirs7884]

super cool, love it, hats up!

[@aponoypi]

Thats a solid review. That boat is well thought of and practical

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Ariel.

[@josephnelsoncanaya3494]

This yacht is well built and very well thought. Very good review by the company owner as well. Kudos!

[@tybrydon4754]

Excellent video. I learned quite a bit. Thank you.

[@cmo6588]

I just came across this video and this is truly an exquisite boat. It seems like everything has been taken into consideration . Very nice very nice

[@scottcharlton347]

Great video. Thanks!!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks. 😁

[@dcc2444]

I saw one of the X5's at anchor near Baha Mar marina in Fort Lauderdale a few years ago and thought I was dreaming. Its the coolest looking cat on the water, but after watching this VLOG I now feel its the best built and more importantly best builder coverage, not to mention all the redundancy!! Amazing dreamboat!!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Im sure they would be happy to read you felt this way. :-)

[@dcc2444]

You guys did a great job showing off this cat. Thanks!!

[@unclejediisampsonii3624]

I sail on KZbin and that is the most superb boat I have ever seen

[@LuisPerez-hj6pt]

Great job as always brother. It’s amazing what happens when you are allowed to do your job. 👍👍

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Yes. Tamas is very easy to film. Thanks for the positive feedback.

[@reygofish1]

wonderful ... thanks for this detailed explanation... wanted really to buy someday

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Reygofish

[@clairephaneuf6437]

4th Time Watching Great Job!!! Craig

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Claire

[@cherylsibson8457]

Hey Tamas, I really like the drawers and the layout and the carved table great tour.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks for writing in Cheryl.

[@cherylsibson8457]

@@Bowmans-Woods Good luck in your endeavors Tamas, Happy Sails!

[@Champsvisions3d]

I really like there approach to client service. nice video thank you

[@Bowmans-Woods]

You are very welcome Champs

[@dagdernit572]

VERY informative review. Thank you!!!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

You are very welcome.

[@laurelweiner8]

Love this tour and the boat.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks. She is a beauty!

[@ericcook5416]

I love it. I'm looking forward to getting a thorough breakdown on the features of this particular Cat.

[@MalloyUnfiltered]

Great review, awesome boat!

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks John. Agreed.

[@robinknight8012]

Great to see a company that will stand behind their products.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Agreed. It’s rare v

[@ChrisAlexandru]

Excellent / assuring review! Cheers from Tauranga!

[@createnewexperiences8949]

Thank you so much for the review and has help me to understand so much about the boat, this interview has given me in depth details about the boat quality and the outstanding after sales service and that is building so much confidence in selecting a boat and definitely this boat is on my top list, am hoping to see the X5 solar powered soon. once again thank you.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks. Is there a solar one coming out? I asked Tamas about solar with electric propulsion and he said no. If you are right he has changed his mind. The future is electric. I hope they do come out with it.

[@createnewexperiences8949]

@@Bowmans-Woods Yes, solar electric powered, he has put on his website xquisiteyachts.com/60-solar-power-yacht/production-schedule and there is already orders on it.

[@virtualinfluencer]

Beautiful wiring works. Someone put in a lot of thought into it all.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Agreed. Great attention to detail.

[@sooweeq123]

Fantastic video. Highly informative.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kimmovanttinen]

Absolutely stunning catamaran! Well done. And great review.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Kimmo

[@jefftaylor536]

Its nice to hear a review from someone...who knows what he is talking about.

[@simonjones7785]

it is great to see this boat on passage I want one of these so i can take it on some very spiecial voyages (personal to me alone

[@harleyboyd9998]

WOW Great Boat Builder Love the video Thank you Tamas for the tour

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Glad to showcase it. Love this boat.

[@zzzxxzzz4797]

I'm a fan !

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Me too.

[@whotknots]

With the right davits you could sling a couple of comfortable hammocks in that rear deck area.

[@grantmyers7593]

That is a really nice boat.

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Agree completely

[@jacksonms212]

Xquisite is a under statement ! These guys really did raise the bar when designing this boat . This is amazing very well done , very well thought out and a work in progress with that said more improvements to come . See you guys out there ;) fair winds and following seas mate's

[@Bowmans-Woods]

Thanks Shawn.