ITA 14.99 Catamaran 2019 - A Hybrid Sailing Catamaran From Italy!

[@AORD72]

Wow, beautiful catamaran. Fantastic specs. This goes straight to the top of the list of large catamarans I would like to own. The highlights are: daggers, min draft, light weight, electric motors, amazing saloon view while seated, huge window in front of Navy station, positional helm wheel. Looks extremely comfortable but high performance at the same time.

[@martinlang9615]

One thing better than drooling about boat ownership is sailing daily. I still have the bug after 45 plus years. I had some amazing times, both racing and cruising.

[@simonthomas983]

This is in every way a lovely boat. I have stepped foot on her and experienced the quality of the materials they have used and the thoughtfulness of design. I have been trying to get production catamaran manufacturers interested in building a much more sustainable boat but they're just not interested. I'm guessing the silly and disastrous Lagoon Hybrid of many years ago has made everyone very cautious. But this awful boat didn't have the benefit of lithium batteries so was never going to work. There are so many heat and energy exchanges occurring on a yacht (particularly catamarans) that this will be the way forward for sure. Hats off to you!

[@stulletrudat5196]

you really know from the comments that nobody ever configured a cat here. as if biminis/hardtops are never custom made and cant be ordered as extras - which makes sense cause everyone has a different idea of how they want to sail. just a hint - the cushions, floor and wood materials/colours can be changed as well :p

[@sampotter4455]

It would be great to have some basic information, like: How long could you go under power? How long does it take to recharge the batteries with a 15 KW generator? What is the equivalent amount of diesel fuel one would burn (to charge the batteries, vs. how long to motor on a charge).

[@clausmayr3204]

with 24,5 kW/h li-batteries and 30 KW electric engine... i would suggest: less than 1 hour...maybe 10 nmls and then you have to turn on the 2x15 kW generators... and these need same much Diesel as a regular motor

[@DokterRoetker]

This uses the Torqeedo hybrid system. A diesel-electric system like this will always be a lot more efficient than using the engine directly for thrust.

[@deibertmichael]

Stunning! Perfect!

[@fernandosibecas3492]

I get a laugh reading some of the comments! There is nothing in this world that is perfect for everybody! That is why you have Ferraris and Rolls Royces! If you go electric because you care about the environment you are not going to be able to motor across the Atlantic! On the other hand why spend a fortune on a boat that can sail in five knots of wind if you want to motor along?

[@Rodrifuuu]

Ah, exposed helms for those comfortable passages.

[@duckhorn]

so it doesnt sound zigle when on high sea as its vessel is aluminium//

[@zzzxxzzz4797]

Dual helms are only good if they are protected from the weather ! HH 6601 has the best design for aft helms ! 2nd best is balance 526 !

[@stulletrudat5196]

just sucks that they are built in china/made out of low quality materials (not the carbon and such) but all the bolts, screws and so on. you truly are an expert my friend.

[@dalesmth1]

So close... I'm going to die before a production cat meets my needs.

[@Jabsy101]

What are your needs?

[@duckhorn]

howmuch is displacement?

[@MLW65]

Very sleek cat!

[@eljefe1153]

I don't want be the Skipper.

[@ronaldharris6569]

What's the hybrid part

[@CatamaranChannel]

The generator, which the motors run on in case of empty batteries. Thanks for watching!

[@ronaldharris6569]

I see that now I wonder why they didn't add more solar

[@andrewmeppen8068]

Nowhere near enough solar.

[@ek9772]

Ronald Harris whatever for?

[@rodgoddard6373]

The problem is that this boat has been built for speed, and as such isn't offering what the average couple are looking for in a cruising catamaran. Narrow hulls , dagger boards,, narrow beds that are hard to make up, cramped bathrooms, are all a consequence, The lack of protection from weather with exposed helms and the rear cockpit with lack of comfy all round seating is something that could be overcome. I guess it all depends on, if you are turned on by the sailing, or the good times when you get there. A much lighter boat is great in light weather, but in a heavy sea weight is your friend, and I think you'd be trying to find ways to slow it down.

[@GaryMCurran]

May I make a suggestion or two on this video? The music in the background is nice, but as an introduction to a boat, people would like to hear more about the actual boat than just listening to a sound track to go along with the visuals. Details of the boat and how it works as a hybrid would be more appealing to people. I have to question some of the features of the boat itself. Is this meant to be a blue water cruising yacht, or something more designed for a weekend getaway or maybe up to a week? Somme of the design elements would be rather off-putting to me since I would be looking for something for circumnavigation. The Daggerboards take up too much space in the companionways. This is not unusual for a daggerboard equipped boat, but some manufacturers do it better than others. I'm a larger guy, and I don't want to have any issues trying to walk in the companionways. Exposed helm stations are not for blue water cruising. There is no indication that there might be biminis or other sort of exposure protection at either station. The staterooms are tiny, but I'm guessing that with the daggerboards, ITA is attempting to create a performance cat. This cat is more like a weekend, or maybe week long get away boat, but in my opinion, I think more potential buyers are looking for something larger for longer trips, at least in a 15m class yacht.. There was no mention of the batteries, although the spec sheet showed them as Lithium. I don't think there are nearly enough solar panels for charging and running the house needs, especially if you have a large motor battery bank. Most people don't want to run their gensets if they can help it. Unless the saildrives have regen capability, then long passages are going to drain batteries, even under sail. If this is a weekend or week-long boat, then maybe it doesn't matter, but as a blue water boat, I think it misses the mark. Edited to make it nicer and less hostile.

[@CatamaranChannel]

Everybody has hes own opinion, thats cool. BUT! the pricing aint missing. Thanks for watching!

[@GaryMCurran]

@@CatamaranChannel I'm sorry, you are correct. I did not see it. Also, I'd like to apologize for the way I wrote the comment, it was degrading and not helpful. I'll re-write it to say what I wanted to in a more positive note. It was late and I was tired when I wrote it.

[@robertmarty4973]

@@GaryMCurran Exposed control stations are not suitable for blue water cruises. if you have 90% autopilot ?? otherwise there are good clothes yes looking for blue water catamaran

[@GaryMCurran]

@@robertmarty4973 most people that I follow on KZbin who do long passage making so have autopilots, but still are at the helm. Sure, the autopilot can steer the boat, but how many airliner crews do you see set the autopilots after takeoff and then go into the cabin and take a nap? Would you not want to be at the control at 3 a.m. When suddenly out of nowhere a container from a ship appears in your path and you have to avoid it?

[@robertmarty4973]

@@GaryMCurran yes ghost boats; (without light) Outremer 51 Catamaran; may ride 2 weeks 2020 this summer on a Lagoon 52 f (diving safari) gain experience

[@stormtrooper9404]

If this thing has an 15kw gen-set(as shown in the spec sheet),how can it drive twin 15kw electromotors efficiently then? On a side note:interior design is abysmal to say the least.

[@Buses2Bikes]

I believe the set up is that the batteries run the motors while the genset charges the batteries with the help of solar panels. Most of your forward motion will be by sail. You could cross the ocean with it on 215 liters of diesel but it wouldn't be a fast trip. I'd definitely add more solar to that set up.

[@stormtrooper9404]

Fred Quimby I also want to believe in the idea,but basic physics wont let me do! Lets take example that this cat is motoring at half the power.Thats 15kw,or 625amps/hour at 24V.Or 1250a/h at 12V! No solar in the best condition would be able to supply that.Heck even the gen-set couldnt keep up with that.And we doesnt even account for all the losses and heat build up in such a system. So everything I see here is “marina queen” and hardly a practical cat.

[@hendryyyutube]

i switched off as soon as i saw those exposed helms. catamaran manufacturers just don't get it, do they.

[@donaldvanvliet9039]

Sure peter, sure…if only they knew you.

[@R.E.HILL_]

Cool boat... don't like the exposed helms... at all.

[@bowhunterxxx]

The Helms look like they pivot in to me.

[@CatamaranChannel]

I agree, you see it on many starters. They almost all, do exposed helms. Thanks for watching!

[@deemiller943]

R. E. Hill One greenie takes the helm , and helmsman out..

[@horitulgi]

Put all that effort into solar, regen props, lithium, Oceanvolt engines and then design 2 unusable fair weather only helms!!!!! Mad. ITA change to sport helm asap.

[@CatamaranChannel]

I agree 100% Would be way better and would put them on a better spot in the market. Thanks for watching!

[@marcosparko4355]

Disagree with you both, the wheel rotates to different positions one which is also towards the Bimini and allows protection from sun and weather during passage.....

[@horitulgi]

Marco Cravero : Hi, if this feature is available, why isn't it shown and where would you stand if wheel was moved in towards the bimini- The apparent hole/gap for wheel movement inboard and outboard is not very big and gives the impression that to be under cover, you would not be in front of the wheel and maybe not even at the same level. It is not a versa helm like the Balance Cats. Sport helm with a versa or not a better option. Do not need 2 helms on a modern Cat.

[@spokenlyrics5888]

Poor captain has no seat to rest on for the voyage

[@xx6489]

Nice cat...

[@victorvandyke9898]

Sorry, too little refrigeration and no washer dryer for long distance cruising. Also no mention of a water maker. So this is a day cruiser only.

[@simonthomas983]

It's difficult to understand why you should be so negative about something you clearly don't understand and will never buy.

[@peterlamere5328]

Young persons weekender..Not a long voyage cruising vessel..No storage for clothing and personal gear. The cabin passages are thin, need more open space in the cabins,too tight.No seats for the helms.? Can't figure out the line stations,all over the place..Galley is small..Not a passage Maker.

[@P.A.R.D.H.U7887]

Give points catamaran please

[@FXPL9277]

So many tight spots... Design is nice, good galley, drawers (there should be more in any boat). But that's all I can say of positive. Rigging is disperse, no bow seats, exposed helms (a good one is better than two). Not for me...

[@MattBunch]

Music sucks

[@salessi9495]

For this price you can go to a Lagoon 50 fully equipped. And without this hybrid nonsense

[@khris0663]

Please don’t compar with lagoon seriously .... lagoon not for performance, just lux for marina ...

[@salessi9495]

@@khris0663 not thrue.

[@testicool6522]

@@salessi9495 lagoon are not performace cats, this is

[@salessi9495]

@@testicool6522 seriously, sailboats spend 99.999% of the time moored, moreover performance cats are just a bit faster than "regular cats". What is more important, performance or comfort?

[@testicool6522]

@@salessi9495 performance, if you want to motorsail everywhere thats up to you. Comparing this boat to a lagoon is just moronic.