What happened to Manta Catamarans?
Pat did not agree with the change so he ex- ited as well. The new builder began the construction of three additional cats but, unfortunately, none of them were actually completed. Manta Catamarans was then sold to Chesapeake Catamarans, managed by John Farrow and a financial backer.
How big of a catamaran do you need to sail around the world?
45 to 50 feet
The best size catamaran to sail around the world is 45 to 50 feet. The smallest catamaran with space for long-term provisions and a cabin is around 30 feet in length, and a 55 to 60-foot catamaran is the largest that can be accommodated at most marinas.
What kind of boat is a manta 42?
2004 Manta 42 MkII Escondida is a clean, well maintained, and well equipped example of the highly sought after Manta 42 MK II catamaran. This boat features teak interior cabinetry and trim in excellent condition.
When was the last Manta catamaran built?
Beginning with the design of the Manta 38 in 1993 in St Petersburg, Florida and ending with the last Manta 42 Mark IV built in 2008. Several 42 Mantas have completed circumnavigations and many others are cruising to distant harbors. The Manta 42 enjoys one of the highest percentages of live aboard owners of any production boat.
What kind of boom does a manta 42 have?
The boom vang, a fully battened main, and the Camber Spar jib (a curved boom within the jib) limit twisting and flogging for more power, safety, and, again, ease of use. If simple operation is a Manta 42 keynote, comfort and convenience play the harmony.
What kind of jib does the Manta catamaran have?
The Manta’s simple rig includes a rigid, permanently adjusted boom vang and a modestly sized self-tending jib, which, at least in moderate winds, can be sheeted in by hand. For the downwind main, a Dutchman boom brake slows powerful or accidental jibes.