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Caribbean Multihull Challenge - Regatta or rally, the choice is yours!
The 2023 edition of the CMC stood out from previous editions, with the birth of a rally division - in addition to the “traditional” race. This fleet set out from St Martin, but followed an itinerant course, one that became an itinerant course with attractive stopovers – these were at Anse Marcel, on the French side of St. Martin, and on the neighboring island of Anguilla with festivities organized ashore. The rally fleet saw 12 multihulls come together - 11 catamarans and 1 trimaran. Among the former, no less than 6 Balance catamarans were present. Just ahead of the event, the brand, under the impulse of Phil Berman, founder and manager, had organized a gathering in Saint-Martin to mark an anniversary that could not be missed - Balance Catamarans, in fact celebrating their 10th anniversary this year. This strongly represented yard has set a course to be followed. Stephen believes that it’s the boatbuilders who will ensure the future growth of the rally fleet: “The agreement with Balance was incredible, and it’s something we want to offer to other brands in the future. The participants were treated to some amazing parties, live music, dancing, photo shoots, organized games and of course sailing. I really want to involve other brands like HH Catamarans, Lagoon, Fountaine Pajot and others. My plan is to organize this as a rally for as many boaters as possible.” – Watch this ...
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