The Catalina 34

Just envision yourself on a beautiful Catalina Yacht sailing on the famous waters of the San Francisco Bay. As part of our fractional sailing program, we have currently membership slots available on a brand new Catalina 34 mkII, located centrally on the San Francisco Bay, in Emeryville. More 34s and larger Catalinas in the 38 to 40-foot range will be available soon for fractional sailing usage at other locations throughout the San Francisco Bay.

Since the introduction of the Mark I model in 1985, the Catalina 34 has built a well deserved reputation as a classic blend of performance, comfort and value. The devoted following of Catalina 34 owners now stretches worldwide, making it the most popular thirty-four foot sailboat ever built. The Catalina 34mkII is a reflection of Catalina's listening to what owners want most: easy maintenance, solid reliability, comfort underway and at anchor.

Catalina's experience of building 34s for close to two decades has proved the practicality of the masthead rig with fore and aft lowers, forestay and backstay. The inboard shroud base leaves more room for secure footing on the non-skid deck and provides for narrow sheeting angles and the ability to carry large genoas. The rigid boom vang and double ended mainsheet system make sail handling easier and more secure.

The cockpit begins with two sleeping length seats. The handsome transom not only increases cockpit volume, but presents wide tapered coamings for additional seating options for captain and crew. The sleek new stern includes an unobstructed boarding platform, hot and cold fresh water shower and extra wide boarding ladder that folds to become part of the stern rail. The ever popular stern observation seats are cleverly integrated into the rail with drink holders. The skipper will find a traditional pedestal steering station with a 40 inch stainless wheel. The large rudder delivers a high level of precision and tracking through all points of sail. Visibility is unrestricted with the ultra-low profile ball bearing mainsheet traveller. A fiberglass cockpit table has two folding leaves, storage bin and crew foot rest. The oversize anchor locker comes with a standard electric windlass and heavy anchor roller. Large two speed, self-tailing primary and secondary winches allow crew members to adjust sail trim single-handedly.

The warm glow of satin varnished teak and ash first greets guests below deck. Sculpted settee and dinette cushions are highlighted by a teak dining table. Two fixed ports in the hull add a bright open feeling to the expansive salon. The galley boasts a custom molded, one piece counter top, dry food locker and space, as well as overhead cup storage. The long counter space conceals the built in trash chute under the cutting block top. Under the deep stainless double sink are two large cupboards and four drawers. A built-in microwave beautifully complements the two burner gimalled stainless range with oven. Two cedar lined hanging lockers and three huge double berths allow plenty of room for crew and overnight guests. Like the forward berth, the aft compartment has a double inner spring mattress, and convenient bureau. Also aft is a fixed port in the hull, and a large overhead ventilation/escape hatch provide plenty of light and air flow. The roomy head is also aft, where it is closest to the cockpit. This uncommonly large compartment provides plenty of storage and a hot water shower with seat.

Common to all Catalinas are well planned and installed plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems. All consist of quality components, arranged for easy use.

Your WindPath Sailing - San Francisco base manager will be happy to arrange for you and your family a boat tour, and to describe in more depth our fractional sailing program.

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