Are Open Houses a Good Alternative to Boat Shows?
Open House I know what you’re thinking – the cancellation of many boat shows during the 2020-2021 year is disappointing. However, Leopard Catamarans has come up with a strategic way for you to view your boats of interest in a safe and social distanced manner. Over the month of October, Leopard has teamed up with […]
Lifetime Partners in Work and Play: Kevin and Elizabeth’s Owner Profile
If ever a couple was built for the close-quarters intimacy of full-time cruising, it’s Kevin and Elizabeth King. These Leopard 50 owners have walked through life side-by-side since infancy.
From Open Seas and Sunglasses to Closed Ports and Masks: The Challenges of Cruising During Covid
As the coronavirus spread around the world, landlubbers trapped in lockdown could be excused for envying cruisers. After all, how bad can social distancing be when you are doing it on a yacht in the sun-dappled Caribbean, Mediterranean, or South Pacific?
Matt and Jordan Owner Profile: Planning & Prep Shall Set You Free
If they ever make a movie about Jordan and Matt’s seagoing adventures, it might be called Planners of the Caribbean.
Catamaran Cruising the South Pacific During Pandemic
Setting sail for three years in the pacific aboard a Leopard 50 sounds like any sailors dream. But as we know, when it comes to sailing, things don’t always go exactly as planned. After months of planning Leopard 50 owner, Mr. Wong, set sail for a three year odyssey in the the Pacific and beyond. […]
A Yacht Insurance Primer for First Time Owners
The following article is designed to provide prospective yacht owners with an overview of the yacht insurance process. It should in no way be considered guidance. As detailed below, owners are advised to consult with an experienced marine insurance broker when acquiring or modifying their policies.
Why do Leopard Catamarans use Yanmar Engines?
During a major change in my life, I purchased an old 1976 sailboat that still had the original Yanmar 4 cylinder engine. It seemed like as long and you kept good fuel and oil in her, she would continue to operate flawlessly. My experience with that engine made me, like so many other sailors, sold […]
A Step-by-Step Guide to a Smooth Handover in Cape Town
If you know a little about Leopard Catamarans, than you know we are proudly build in Cape Town, South Africa at the Robertson and Caine Factory. A very common question among clients and potential clients are questions relating to a Cape Town handover, and which is the right decision? Do you put your new toy […]
The Reality of Cruising with Sailing Wolfpack
Sometimes it’s rum punches and sunsets, and sometimes it’s spare parts and blown gaskets. Full-time cruising is a work and reward type of lifestyle, but any cruiser will tell you, the reward far outweighs the work.
Changing of the Tides: How One Family Returned to Life on Land
You can take the couple out of cruising, but I can guarantee you that you won’t take the cruising out of the couple. After having the opportunity to get to know sailing dreamers and achievers, Jenn and John, I can say with confidence, once a sailor always a sailor.
