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Catamaran Greece ,Fyly yachting is offering, Catamaran , Nautitech 435 ,for bareboat and crewed rentals, through our five bases in Greek islands . A detailed inspection of the design layout and construction of Dufour's two new catamarans, and our subsequent sail test, convinced all of the Boat Of The Year judges that both are superbly executed and, further, that the Nautitech 435 deserved to become Cruising World's 1997 multi hull of the year. The accommodations configuration for both models is similar, with galley, nav station and saloon on the bridge deck level. The galley is compact and efficient, though perhaps a little small for hosting a large company at anchor, but the sturdy saloon table is ample enough to serve a full complement of guests. To the all-round saloon view, Nautitech adds forward-facing opening ports that provide very good cross ventilation. All cabins provide standing headroom and good light and ventilation from several deck hatches in each hull, and all are tastefully finished without excessive wood veneer.Adequately sound-insulated spaces contain twin Volvo Penta engines with Sail Drives and two-blades folding props, accessible from deck hatches. Under power, both models maneuvered easily.Dufour has succeeded better than most at providing standing headroom in the saloon and adequate under wing clearance without creating a Winnebago profile. A fiberglass canopy partially protruding over the cockpit lends the cockpit shade without a vulnerable canvas dodger, and it streamlines the boat's profile. Those who enjoy sailing will appreciate the outboard, twin Whitlock rack-and-pinion steering stations, though some will also want dual engine controls to facilitate docking on either sid
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