C-Cat 38

Lightweight and High Performance

At a time when more and more multihull builders seem to be focusing exclusively on boats over 50 even 60 feet, Italian shipyard Comar Yachts has unveiled a 38-foot catamaran capable of crossing oceans while offering comfort, livability, and performance. We had the opportunity to experience this impressive combination off the coast of Miami with Massimo Guardigli, both the brand’s CEO and owner of this C-Cat 38.

Under sail, the C-Cat 38 is an elegant and modern catamaran that also performs well in all wind conditions.

The C-Cat 38 Bellamossa, owned by Massimo Guardigli and his partner Flavia Proietti, finished first in its class in the 2024 ARC.

The C-Cat 38 benefits from a carbon bowsprit and a furling jib. Note the large trampoline, which makes it easy to grab paddleboards or surf gear.

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Boat Test price5.00€ Inc. tax

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Boat Test price5.00€ Inc. tax

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Test location: Miami – Florida – USA
Conditions: 10-15 knots of easterly wind, calm sea

You may not be familiar with the Comar Yachts brand, but this shipyard, founded 65 years ago, has written some of the most beautiful pages in sailing history. It is responsible for the famous Comet monohulls, ranging from 52 to 100 feet.

Since then, the manufacturer launched its range of catamarans in 2015 with the C-Cat 37, in collaboration with Marc Lombard Yacht Design Group. This was followed by the C-Cat 48, and very soon there will be the C-Cat 56 and 65, involving renowned architectural firms such as Enrico Contreas and Yacht Design Collective.

The idea behind the creation of these catamarans is to produce comfortable, highly livable multihulls without sacrificing performance. This philosophy is not just words, as Massimo spends a good part of the year aboard his own boats, which allows him to constantly improve his designs.

A Modernized Version of the C-Cat 37

LIn fact, the C-Cat 38 was not started from a blank slate. It is a modernized and improved version of the famous C-Cat 37. This new model was designed in collaboration with Marc Lombard Yacht Design Group, but the shipya...

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