For either, the gemini is a successful design with three decades of experience in its pedigree. Thats because it is the official introduction of the partnership that has been forged between the two companies. As a happy owner of a 2002 gemini 105mc, i have put together this site to bring together some of the information owners need in a easy to read and navigate format. Suenos azules marine surveying and consulting is based in palm beach gardens, florida.
Secondhand gemini 105mc with 1x27 cv westerbeke engine, 10. Gemini catamarans, used boat, grppolyester length x beam. The gemini 105mc by performance cruising is one of the most popular and affordable cruising catamarans available. A level sailing cruiser with loads of usable deck space whose shallow draft allows its owners to access waters other. Where does this come from, gemini s are crap in blue water, or crossing oceans. Gemini catamarans gemini 105mc design touch overview.
May 18, 2015 weve had a number of questions on how we like the gemini or how was it to go from our previous boat a tayana 37 to it. John banister palm beach gardens, fl our 2001 gemini 105mc. The 105 and 105mc are driven by a 27 hp westerbeke diesel engine driving a sillette tilting saildrive. Download the test for the gemini 105 mc, charter a gemini 105 mc, buy a gemini 105 mc secondhand, classified ads gemini 105 mc in secondhand catamarans, discover gemini catamarans and their gemini 105 mc. Apr 01, 20 in 1995, multihull sailor, designer, and boatbuilder tony smith made a splash with the launch of his gemini 105m. But smith, undaunted, went on to develop his first cruising cat, the gemini phoenix 31, which served as the basis for the gemini 3000, 3200 and 3400. Gemini cat presidents interview a new gemini 105mc catamaran is on display at the sailtime booth this year for the annapolis sailboat show. This 2003 model incorporates all the updates in later models that made the boat sail faster and better b. Its price point makes it a wonderful option but the attributes mentioned first hand are compelling for anyone who wants the stable ride and adventure while gunkholing just about anywhere. Ive chartered the gemini 105mc and sailed a lot on a friends beneteau 373. Cal28 i think you would find that if you moved to a gemini, most any model, you would increase your living area and comfort but i think if you tried to move more gear weight of payload onboard, from what you are carrying now on you boat you would hamper the geminis seakeeping abilities.
Its only a coastal cruiser and cant handle big waves or bad weather, is it from people who have never sailed in one on blue water, is it from other people who have told me so, my dogs best friend said it, and hes a sailing canine thats circumnavigated on a cruise ship. The near constant tuning and tweaking of sail plans, rig, and structure results in a cruising catamaran with unparalleled performance. I own a 2001 gemini 105mc and have sailed her thousands of miles and have seen winds in the 60s with full sail squalls happen and crazy seas and all i can say is wow, she is a trooper. There are three models of the gemini, the classic 19811990, the 3200 and 3400 19901996 and the most popular, the 105m and 105mc 19962012. Boat photo gallery, description, and specifications. This video is about brokerage 2005 gemini 105 mc by annapolis yacht sales. Gemini catamarans gemini 105mc design touch specifications. This 2005 leopard 40 was designed by the now famous team of morrelli. I specialize in sail and power boat marine surveying, engine surveying, inspection, and consultation to clients based on my collective expereince and training. Her owners purchased her new and have enjoyed her throughout the east coast and the bahamas, but they are ready to move on to other adventures. This 40 minutes video takes you along for an incredible sail with designer tony smith and son neil as they sail a stock gemini 105mc from the factory in annapolis, maryland across the atlantic ocean through the northern route to southampton, england.
The gemini 105 mc a traditional catamaran design for new times test. Freestyle 37 sail, freestyle 399 power, gemini legacy 35, gemini 105 mc. Dedicated to one of the most popular catamarans in the world, the gemini. This one is a prime example of a wellmaintained gemimi. The blownaway too is a 2005 gemini 105mc catamaran sailboat that is docked in flanders, new york. Her sailing performance is legendary yet still manages to surprise unsuspecting newcomers. Spanish with english subtitles genres drama, international director albertina carri starring cristina banegas, maria abadi, lucas escariz.
The sound of water rushing past the foils and propellers took on a note of urgency as geminis robin hodges cranked in the genoa and pointed the gemini legacy 35 higher into the 10knot breeze. Here are some of the modifications that i have made to her. Aditi has solar, 2 acs, chartplotter, radar, autopilot, inverters, electric head, screecher on bow track, custom teak cabinetry, etc. For over 27 years and over deliveries, the gemini 105mc still remains one of the most proven and popular catamarans ever built. Used gemini 105mc boats for sale by owner, dealer, and broker. A large, aggressivelooking production monohull was coming up fast from leeward and few cat sailors can resist such a challenge. Gemini 105mc in florida sailboats used 99953 inautia. This 40 minutes video takes you along for an incredible sail with designer tony smith and son neil as they sail a stock gemini 105mc from the factory in annapolis, maryland across the atlantic ocean through the northern route to. The gemini 105mc gets my vote for a great alternative for live aboard cruising. Belle mina is a 2009 version of the extremely popular gemini 105mc. Gemini 105mc design touch the worlds bestselling singledesign cruising catamaran since 1980. Im not really in a place to be thinking about changing boats at this point and for whatever reason im defintely more drawn to monohulls so when we are ready to upgrade, im guessing it wont be a gemini despite its overall suitablity how im likely to use it. Changing scene is wellequipped, clean and ready to sail to your destinations and a fresh water boat until 2014.
After a successful r2ak and regatta season in 2019, i felt that pitoraq was due for a major. I recently got a chance to sail a gemini 105 mc on a sunny day with great northwest breezes. The gemini waverider 650 is already a legend in south africa, having been put to use by the coast guard for many. Thirtythree feet long and with a beam of just 14 feet, the gemini was large enough for serious cruising, comfortable enough to live aboard, had retractable daggerboards for upwind sailing and gunkholing in the shallows, and could fit snuggly within a conventional boat slip. Consider renting a slip for the season or year at the fully renovated upgraded pier 7 marina. The new gemini freestyle studio is a one of a kind with a completely different. One of the most desirable small catamarans the gemini 105mc offers a lot. Anyone living on a gemini 105mc thanks for the first hand feedback. The 33 cats had a certain appeal at 14 on the beam they were narrow enough to fit in a standard slip, they provided lots of room compared to a 30something monohull, and they were great for the shallow waters of east coast gunkholing. Aug 20, 2011 the blownaway too is a 2005 gemini 105mc catamaran sailboat that is docked in flanders, new york. He performs all his own maintenance and is very familiar with the gemini 105 mc. Aug 02, 2017 the sound of water rushing past the foils and propellers took on a note of urgency as geminis robin hodges cranked in the genoa and pointed the gemini legacy 35 higher into the 10knot breeze. Boat building plans, boat plans, catamaran, global weather, sailboat. A level sailing cruiser with loads of usable deck space whose shallow draft allows its.
Magnificent views, and an easily manoeuvrable layout, which makes this an ideal catamaran for a variety of sailing conditions. Offering the best selection of gemini models to choose from. Starting in 1995 under the name performance cruising, designer tony smith built more than 1,100 105m catamarans in annapolis, maryland. Gemini 105mc catamaran for sale in sarasota, florida. In 1993 smith introduced the gemini 105 m, which is the only boat the company produces today. View new or used gemini 105 mc boats for sale from across the uk, europe and rest of world on yachtworld. The saildrive is often a source of concern and maintenance is critical on the bellows. The new gemini freestyle studio join us on the cat walk. Technical data sheet of the secondhand sailboats for sale. Gemini season is prime time for updating transportation, whether your ride is a hybrid suv, an ecofriendly electric bikeor a new pair of summery statement sneakers for. A level sailing cruiser with loads of usable deck space whose shallow draft. And if you buy my one share in windog inc, you own the business and pay no sales tax.
A 14 foot beam, which means the boat can be trucked anywhere in the country, hauled out of the water with a standard size travel lift and kept in a standard size slip. First introduced on the original gemini 105m, the hull shape of the 105mc is still revolutionary in the multihull industry. How to replace the line controlling the updown line for the centerboard. The hulls of the gemini 105mc are shallow and shaped much like a teardrop which requires little force to move the 105mc through the water yet it also provides a high load carrying capacity 450 lb per hull per 1. I am also a yamaha certified outboard technician, a mercury mercrusier certified technician, and a honda certified technician. Living aboard a boat is an adventure but at the same time consistent work to keep your boat properly maintained. Aditi has solar, 2 acs, chartplotter, radar, autopilot, inverters, electric head, screecher on bow track. Going to weather, a wellsailed and welldesigned 34foot monohull probably carries the day. Suenos azules marine surveying and consulting palm beach. Okay, with that out of the way, there are a few things that we need to say. There are things you will have to sacrifice and learn to live with out creature comforts such as endless hot. This boat is stored on the hard for six months and is cruised for 3 to 6 months during the winter season throughout florida, the keys and the bahamas. With just under 34 in length and a modest 14 beam its hard to imagine that it has voluminous living and entertaining space.
This completely remolded gemini 105mc was designed to keep all the best qualities of her successful predecessor, the gemini 105m, while at the same time improving almost every aspect of her design. Download the test for the gemini 105 mc, charter a gemini 105 mc, buy a gemini 105 mc secondhand, classified ads gemini 105 mc in secondhand catamarans. Her cockpit has isinglass and sun roofs and she is perfect for 3 season sailing. May 22, 2018 gemini season is prime time for updating transportation, whether your ride is a hybrid suv, an ecofriendly electric bikeor a new pair of summery statement sneakers for hoofing it on the shoe. Back to parent 1 simplified rope lift for drive leg update, in up position, 1 pulley, lifts in one easy motion. She has been sailing the eastern long island waters since i bought her from the factory and sailed. Gemini 105mc catamaran by performance cruising inc. This is a gemini 105mc, one of the largest catamaran fleets in the world. In 1995, multihull sailor, designer, and boatbuilder tony smith made a splash with the launch of his gemini 105m. Jul 21, 2018 2008 performance cruising gemini 105mc, alameda california. He races, on the chesapeake bay on jeff shorts gemini 105mc, endurance. Where does this come from, geminis are crap in blue water, or crossing oceans. New and used technical specifications gemini 105 mc gemini.
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