100% of Nautitech catamarans are sold to owners, of which about 50% go on long voyages. None are sold to charterers. This is due to the design of the boat, which is cut out for long voyages. Designed by Marc Lombard, these boats are efficient without being extreme. For the 44, the shipyard and the architectural firm took into account feedback from customers already sailing with the brand. In addition to more modern lines, the work focused on the overall ergonomics of the boat.
Ergonomics worked out
The helm stations, always off-center on the rear of the hulls, are very "light". Gone is the large console, replaced by a helm support that is mounted on the planking and allows a porthole to light the aft cabin. A small bimini also protects the helmsman from the sun. The position of the maneuvering winches, centered towards the cockpit, groups all the maneuvers coming from the mast. They all pass through the deckhouse with a simplified and open circuit. This way you can follow the trajectory of the halyards and sheets and intervene easily.
Note the presence of the mainsheet bar directly on the aft arm and not on the deckhouse. The disadvantage of this position is the safety of the crew, especially during a gybe if a crew member gets in the way. On the Nautitech 44 Open, this is fairly protected behind the back of the rear seat. However, this lower position considerably reduces the structural stress on the bimini (saving weight) and brings the boom down to the lowest point, increasing the surface area of the mainsail and its performance (slot effect with the bimini).
Self-tacking genoa and Code 0
As far as sails are concerned, the Nautitech 44's mast is set back far enough to provide a generous surface for the furling genoa, which is self-tacking. This means that the boat performs well even in light airs, without having to use a Code 0, which is available mounted on a bowsprit.
A cabin for storage
The catamaran is available with 2 to 4 cabins. We will note the "SmartRoom" option which amounts to removing a cabin from the bow to transform it into a storage space that can be converted into a workshop, laundry room, etc. An option that will seduce travel enthusiasts who always have a lot of material to live on board.
A bar to define the space
Under the deckhouse, the space is separated in 2 by a bar, a work surface in height on which one leans to discuss. On the port side, the navigation area with the large chart table facing the road and completed behind by a resting area (sofa). And on starboard, the galley with numerous storage spaces and cold compartments in drawers. This central bar is quite well found, because it delimits the 2 zones without cutting the volume.
Available ready to go (with numerous options) at 738,000 euros (excl. VAT), the Nautitech 44 Open should appeal to families by offering more space than the 40 and being more modern than the 46 Open.
