Larger than the pre-existing models from Balance, this catamaran is the fastest and leanest in their line. It is designed to be light for performance reasons, and with carbon reinforced structure, closed cell foam core hulls, and handcrafted foam core furniture, the designers have gone the extra mile to reduce weight on board. On a catamaran, this can make or break the performance, and it seems the team at Balance has dreamed up a winner, reporting that high pointing angles (thanks in part to twin high aspect daggerboards) and the ability to reach wind speed at ease when sailing in an 8-16 knot breeze.
A hardtop extends almost all the way aft, protecting the cockpit from sun exposure and providing extra room for mounted solar panels. Inside an open-plan cockpit and salon allow for indoor-outdoor living and plenty of space. The salon has wrap-around windows for 360 degree visibility and an excellent sense of light and space. A number of layouts are available including three to five cabins. The first hull launched in early 2025 from their yard in St. Francis, Australia.
LOA 58’4” Beam 28’3” Draft 5’5” Displacement 36,753 lbs Sail Area 2,255 sq ft Power Yanmar 4JH57 x SD60
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