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25-04-2007, 15:29
Boat: Broadblue 385	385, I thought it made sense as a separate post, rather than hijacking the original thread. We bought #1, the show , at the 2005. It was used again at the London show in January 2006, It is now based in Gosport and last year we cruised it around the Solent and over to and the Channel Islands. It has a Prout style rig with both and & twin 2020's. It is the 3 layout, with a storeroom. My comments below assume the comparison is with similar sized cats and it is all just my opinion <g>. There is no order, just as it came to me. #1 The set up of the means there is a very safe and secure feel to sailing it. We are not hardened sailors yet 25knt to 30knt winds do not put us off sailing. We have seen 40+knts over the , and on an trip we did 3 days in F6 to F7 with no concern about the ability to cope, some of it in rough'ish seas. It is not a wet . #2 A large with windscreens and side means the isn't an issue (and in the UK it could be). The deep and location of the means we sail in a thin fleece when we are passing folks in mono's in full oilies. Visibility is good from the . #3 There are always 4 to 6 of us onboard. Last year 3 weeks was our maximum in one stay (France and Channel Islands). We had no issue with , space, comfort or privacy. See below for caveats. #4 It isn't fast, but it is easy to do a steady 7 to 8knts without any tweaking. Our trip across the Channel, in F3 to F4, averaged above 7knts. That was a loaded boat. There will be faster , but with a sailing casually it was OK. I doubt you will ever see double figures in normal conditions. #5 Build strength. Solid GRP hulls (maybe overweight by cat standards). For example while in a marina last year the port was t-boned by a Contest's . Huge thump, boat rocked. I went for the documents, the marina staff went to hold the Contest owner, son went to look at the hole. We struggled to find a mark on the . #6 Somewhat old fashioned build methods. You can get at almost everything. Roof linings come down and go back up. Furniture is fitted. You can get into the void under the raised table. I even like the wasted space that is taken up by the double skin of the fore and aft bulkheads of the . I'm sure I won't explain this well, but there is a gap between the apparent walls of the saloon and actual bulkhead. So, you can climb in and stand up inside the gap behind the . This gives you access to the back of all nav station , all the morse controls and , the cockpit and the base of the . #7 The feel. It feels like a boat when you are on it. There is enough to avoid that practical, but plastic, ambiance of some cats. #8 The rig. The is very well stayed to the point of over-engineering. The small fully battened main is very easy to raise and lower by hand, no winches needed. In fact I can raise or furl all without a and I am not strong. The main barely needs reefing, even up to 30knts, it is already the same size as a reefed main on most cats <g>. The is of course very big by contrast, but easily furled if you need to reef, and easily 'let go' in a hurry. The is, to us, huge. We only use it up to F4/5, despite it being heavyweight material. You have a built in twin headsail set-up. #9 If you ignore the associated con (see below) the solid is great when accessing the lockers or or sunbathing or entertaining. #10 Loading. We are not live aboards, but we are careless cruisers. We carry 6 people, 100 gallons of and 100 gallons of fresh , a portable , spare propellers, bikes etc. etc. There has been room for all this and it hasn't moved on it's marks, we're a good inch above. #12 Robust. It has done quite a few miles in its short life, and has been abused through two boat shows. There is little sign of wear and tear on decks, floors, furniture or furnishings. It would still clean up nicely. #13 The storeroom. How do those of you without a storeroom manage? It holds wet , wet suits, dehumidifier, dirty clothes basket, spare everything etc etc. #1 Finish. Some areas show signs of shortcuts. For example the cabling to the is crude and has failed and the roof linings were fixed with effective industrial velcro, which was glued, but it was not stapled. It sagged in very hot weather. Easily fixed, but clumsy. #2 Rig. You can't reach the gooseneck from the cockpit, if you need to to reef the main you need to go up onto the coachroof. Once there, because you have the , deep cockpit and sheltered wheel, you can neither see nor hear the helmsman. This would be by doing away with a full bimini. Then how do you get along the boom to furl sail? Some of the lines (main, topping etc) cleat off with cams as they exit the mast. I'd prefer them to be separate and lower down. #3 Cats struggle to look attractive vs the sexier mono's and mobo's. Versus even other cats the BB385 isn't one of the best lookers, IMHO. #4 themselves. Nothing serious has gone wrong, but there are quite small things Broadblue were supposed to sort. They haven't, despite being asked by our dealer. #5 There is only a small amount of in the cockpit. #6 Our boat has the higher bunks, now lowered on newer models. Ours are clumsy, though bearable. The forecabin bunk narrows sharply at the bow. It is a squeeze for two, you'd need to be friends! #7 Layout. You have to walk through the starboard heads to get to the s'board . This actually turns out not to be an issue in itself, but we find everyone instinctively treats those heads as "en-suite" and so uses the owner's heads on the port side all of the time. A pain if you wanted an "owners hull". #8 The chart table is aft facing and a clumsy shape. We use it for electronic planning and PC use, but paper have to go on the saloon table. Upside is almost limitless space for . #9 Contrary to the wishful thinking of some mono sailors it does tack quite readily, but it is a steady and stately business. The large sail is balanced by the small main because the mast is set so well aft, and that main can do a fine job of weathercocking the boat once the genoa goes slack if you lose momentum. So we tend not to sheet the main hard in and we briefly back the genoa as we go around. You can get away with not doing it, but don't even think of short tacking! #10 BB did not think through blinds on the round hatches. In the aft cabins there is no way to attach sensible blinds. They have not come up with a solution. Finally bridgedeck clearance and that hard foredeck. Neither a pro or con. We don't sail in open oceans, just coastal passages and we have occassional slaps. However would we less , less , less saloon space, a higher centre of gravity or more windage to give us more clearance? Nope, but others may have different priorities. Summary - if you are thinking safe, solid, reliable and capable, then the BB385 could be on your list. If your words are exciting, nimble and quick, well, maybe there is another boat out there!

25-04-2007, 17:35
Boat: 46' custom cat "Rum Doxy", Roughwater 41"Abreojos"

25-04-2007, 21:01

Boat: Ovni 445

#2
A large bimini with windscreens and side means the weather isn't an issue (and in the UK it could be).

sailing casually it was OK. I doubt you will ever see double figures in normal conditions.

live aboards, but we are careless cruisers. We carry 6 people, 100 gallons of and 100 gallons of fresh , a portable , spare propellers, bikes etc. etc. There has been room for all this and it hasn't moved on it's marks, we're a good inch above.

#7
Layout. You have to walk through the starboard heads to get to the s'board cabin. This actually turns out not to be an issue in itself, but we find everyone instinctively treats those heads as "en-suite" and so uses the owner's heads on the port side all of the time. A pain if you wanted an "owners hull".

26-04-2007, 02:45

Boat: Broadblue 385

, and like Mike said it's nice to read a good review. Do you have any pictures, where I could see how your set-up looks?

26-04-2007, 04:34
Boat: Broadblue 42	Show in Sept 2003. We bought her in Sept 2005 when she had about 1300 miles on the log and about 100hrs on each . We had originaly put a deposit down on a new 385 (pre-production), however when we went to view the 385 Nimrod was on brokerage very near by and after weighing up our options we decided to buy a 2yr old 42 in preference to a new 385. We intend to depart for long term and long distance cruising so this was also a factor in our decision. Do not take this decision as implying we did not like the 385, if Nimrod had not been we would have bought a 385 and probably been very happy with our decision. As I have said in the other thread the BB42, BB435 and BB415 are all produced from the same moulds, the 435 has a longer last step / bathing platform to the transoms to give the extra length. I assume the 415 will not be fitted out as well as the 435 and hence will be more of a "budget" version - although still quite expensive in comparison to some. Consequently most of my comments will apply equally to the 415 and 435. Also where I make comparisons with the 385, I have been on board the 385 for a test sail so hopefully my comparisons are quite valid. General: Nimrod is the 4 cabin layout with 2 heads, because she was the first boat built she is very well specified with most of the extras you would need. She has 55hp engines, , gennaker, blinds to all windows, folding props, mast steps, elctric , full pack etc etc. Space: The amount of room is quite amazing when compared to the 385, the extra 4ft length makes a huge difference to the available space. All 4 cabins are comfortable doubles with the aft cabins being king size bunks. The heads are large enough with a seperate area and are excellent in port or at sea. The cockpit area is much larger yet still quite deep and secure. Storage space on deck and cockpit is much bigger than the 385 with one decent cockpit locker and 3 further lockers on the aft deck. The 3 foredeck lockers are huge. Internally the saloon / area is very spacious and has plenty of natural light and . (Headroom is excellent throughout the boat and should be fine for anyone up to about 6'4" without problems) Cockpit layout: A large twin helm seat is a good vantage point and there is good visibility from the helm for etc. The table in the cockpit provides room for 6 easily, with enough seating in the cockpit for 8 -10. Almost all lines are led to the stbd coachroof where there is an winch. The standing area for operating the winch is a bit on the small side and could be a bit insecure in rougher conditions - but it has not yet caused us any problems. I may add a good solid handhold to this area for extra and . The winch means raising and reefing the main is a doddle. The genoa and gennaker lead to their own manual winches. Mainsheet traveller is across the back of the cockpit and has its own winch - again very user friendly. The bimini is much higher than the 385 meaning that getting out of the cockpit onto the side decks is much easier - it is easy to bash your on the 385, almost impossible on the 42. The 385 has a walkway in the aft centre out to the aft walkway that is meant to be used in preference to going straight from cockpit to side decks. Cockpit is a very secure place in rough weather and visibility is good. Performance : Much the same as the comments on the 385. She is not a sparkling performer but she does cover the ground in comfort. 7 to 9 knts to windward at 40 deg apprnt is normal in a decent breeze. She is quite a heavy boat so does not perform well in light winds below 10 knts - she is much better with 15knts +. Once you get off the she is very easy to handle and can do about 1/2 wind speed quite easily. We have managed to cover about 20 miles at 10 - 12 knts on a broad reach without even trying with top speed of over 14. So she will perform well when you have a good wind. is dead easy with the wide spaced bows used for the two corners. We can easily use the with only two of us on board. Build strength : Nimrod was built in the UK and I would agree with kcrane about the solidity of the hulls and mouldings. The 385's are currently built in , I am not sure about the 415 / 435 - last I heard they were being moulded in the UK. Looks : I think the 42 looks better than the 385 (probably biased!!!). She is a large boat from any perspective and the high bows do look impressive. Everyone comments that she looks stunning when out on the water. Nimrod has the optional blue hulls that make her stand out even more. Internally she is also very impressively finished. Fitting: Almost all - no large areas of plastic mouldings. Furniture is made by a specialist sister company (Broadblue furniture) and is generally high quality, solidly made and well fitted. We have American Cherry finish but I think they now use light oak veneer. The cherry is quite soft and can be easily marked, the oak is probably a bit harder wearing. I have also spent quite alot of time on BB435, hull 12 and I would say that although the finishing is still pretty good it is not quite the same quality as Nimrod. I think BB have tried to minimise costs wherever possible and it has started to show if you look carefully. Ther has also been some minor changes to the interior design but nothing significant. The saloon table and seating is OK for 6 at a squeeze because the seating is only really on two sides of the table. The 415 layout does give more seating around the table but at the expense of space. The folding design of the table is great and gives a nice open saloon area when folded, the drawer unit under the table is also very good. The galley is huge with plenty of surface, a full size fridge and a big , four burner hob, double sink and loads of storage. You really could not ask for better. The chart table is on the aft bulkhead and is similar to the 385, ie an odd shape as kcrane says. Loads of room for extra electronics etc and a very comprehensive switch panel. Drawer to chart table is not big enough to store and BB do not provide anywhere. I have added a drawer beneath the raised saloon table area for this purpose and it works very well. Owners / 4 cabin layout: Nimrod is the 4 cabin version and had we bought a we would almost certainly have gone for the owners layout. However having lived with our layout for 18 months I am sure it is much better for our needs. Hull 12 (mentioned above) is the owners layout and the large heads and area fwd in the stbd hull is very impressive, however it does use up an awful lot of space. This heads area is not really practical at sea because it is such a large area you are likely to get thrown off in rough conditions !!!!, especially since it is in the bows which tend to be the most lively part of the boat in a seaway. The owners heads is great for / marina use, but when all is said and done you only go in there for a sh*t and a shower so you do not really spend much time in there. The heads and showers on Nimrod are plenty roomy enough for our needs. Also I have converted one fwd cabin to a workshop for our needs, so we now have 3 cabins, 2 heads and 1 workshop. If you wanted a workshop with the owners version you would then end up with only 2 cabins. Obviously this is very much dictated by personal taste - but don't automatically think the owners layout is the way to go. Load Carrying - the 42 has a carrying capacity of about 3000kgs and because of the storage space it is probably very easy to put this amount of weight on board. She does seem to carry whatever you put on board without it seeming to make any difference to performance etc. I am sure that it does slow her down a bit but is nice to have the capacity for liveaboard life. Bridgedeck Clearance - not sure exactly what the clearance is but waves slamming underneath are not something we have noticed. You will always get the odd slap when going to windward or from a and I am sure this is true for all cats. However we have not had any slamming issues and this is in the Irish Sea up to F8. Broadblue - we bought Nimrod from a so did not buy her new from BB. The few dealings I have had with BB relating to Nimrod have been handled reasonably well although they have all been more informational rather than asking BB to do anything physically. I am aware that they have been very slow sorting out problems on a sister boat - although I am not sure of all the details. If in the US then I assume you will deal with Broadblue so things might be better or worse. Value for - we got a very good deal when we bought Nimrod so I am more than happy with this aspect of things. pricing for the 435 is certainly on the expensive side and I am not sure if I would consider it to be a realistic for what you are getting. Long Distance etc - Nimrod is great for what we want to do, she has all the storage space you could wish for, ample deck space and very safe in all conditions. I hope this gives you all a bit of an overview and helps in your decision making

26-04-2007, 06:23
Boat: Broadblue 385	(I hestitate to say skilled) in that we got relatively little used boats with high levels of spec for used prices. "The bimini is much higher than the 385 meaning that getting out of the cockpit onto the side decks is much easier - it is easy to bash your head on the 385" Our bimini is very high from the cockpit sole, being just under the boom, but from the side deck you do have to remember to duck slightly if you are going out that way! Our bimini is not standard however and is larger and higher than the normal one. I also notice that a few UK boats don't have bimini's at all. "385 built in Poland" Yep that is right, they're designed in UK, moulded in , main items (engines etc) fitted and then brought over to the UK for final fit out. I'm encouraged that Nimrod hasn't had any significant issues that would require BB attention, that now applies to 100% of the boats we have discussed in this thread.

26-04-2007, 10:47
	of their own bosts, I wish more owners could post good genuine information on their own long term experiences of their own boats, as this would certainly help imminent cat buyers like myself and others decision making a lot easier.

26-04-2007, 11:37
	Both can be poled out (I am told anyway, as I have not tried) for a pretty big sail area for downwind sailing on the trades. As Maxingout says, he puts away the main and uses twin headsails for risk/trouble/chafe free sailing, but on the BB they are a) larger and b) both .

26-04-2007, 12:11
Boat: Broadblue 42	to steer to wind angle is far easier than actually helming yourself and this is what I have used when trying to determine the best angle to steer. Tacking is not a problem provided you have enough way on - 5knts is fine, 4knts a bit less certain. She tacks easily via the auto tack, with this set to an angle of 100deg, you can then point her back up once she has accelerated. We do not bother backing the genoa because she has more than enough momentum to get through the wind herself. Bear in mind that there are generally just Sue and myself sailing so we do tend to make alot of use of the , auto tack etc - it is not that I am really lazy it just makes things very easy with two onboard. We have a spinnaker pole mounted on the mast and we have used this to pole out the genoa to wind with the gennaker set normally. This seems to very well although we have not used it extensively yet - more practice this summer. Also very easy to reduce sail with this set up if the wind increases. The twin headsail rig is best suited for stronger winds, for lighter winds we have a spinnaker that we are happy to use up to about 16/18knts true. If wind is light or more on the nose than we would like then motorsailing with the leeward makes a dramatic difference to speed. With one engine at about 1800rpm we will normally motorsail at 7/8knts and can then get to about 30/35deg. As I have said before we are lucky that Nimrod was fully kitted with all these extras so we have plenty of options to try out - I am sure we can still find out more ways of getting from A-B with more experience. One comment I would make about the extras is to think long and hard about what you must buy with the boat from the and what you can retrofit later. Most builders charge silly prices for the extras and Broadblue are as bad as anyone. You can save alot of by sorting these things out yourself later. The one thing that we do not have is the gyro option on the course computer although I plan to upgrade very soon. Having spoken to people who have tried both they are highly complimentary about the vastly improved course keeping and response with the gyro equipped autopilot. It is also pretty much essential to have the gyro version to get the most accurate info out of the MARPA system on the - we have fitted from new so I am not sure why Nimrod was only fitted with the non gyro course computer.

26-04-2007, 12:20
Boat: Broadblue 385	and are the telescopic poles OK, or a gimmick?

26-04-2007, 12:25
Boat: Broadblue 385	, and steady. I would tend to do the same as Llamedos, use the autopilot on "sail to the set wind angle" at about 40 degrees.

15-05-2007, 08:47
Boat: Broadblue 385, called Troutbridge	we were able to keep moving about 30deg to the apparent wind. I was so impressed that after we hit 12.2 kts on a reach on the way back from Portsmouth harbour entrance (about 17kts true w/speed and OK, the boat was light) I went ahead and confirmed my order. The plan is to get the boat set up in the Channel Isles this year then head off in summer 08. I have friends in NZ so maybe a BB will make it across.

15-05-2007, 11:23
Boat: Broadblue 385

16-05-2007, 02:04
Boat: Broadblue 385, called Troutbridge	. Apparently there have been a few 'tweaks' to the boats, but nothing too major as far as I know. The biggest change on mine will be the relocation of the stbd black water . On WM it is next to the engine (!) on mine it will be in the hull. I'm impressed by the finish of the boats (obviously, I suppose) but there's still a couple of areas I find intruiging...still, the perfect boat does not exist and even if it did after a couple of months you'd find something you want to change!!

31-05-2007, 14:14
Boat: Woods/Coplan Boats (SA) Ocean Spirit 34

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Brand: Broadblue 385

The Broadblue 385 catamaran is a well designed, well maintained Luxury catamaran. They were designed to be a fast, responsive, coastal or blue water cruiser and have rapidly gained a reputation as a first class world cruising catamaran for short handed sailing. Designed to sail well on all points of sailing, even loaded for cruising, and in particular, will sail close winded and tack quickly.

These boats meet the highest European Union boatbuilding standard, which can be seen in its six flotation compartments and aluminum-framed glass windows. Both one-piece hull and deck mouldings are hand laid glassfibre, using powder – bound mat, biaxial clothes, woven rovings, isopthalic resin. Below the waterline, the hulls are solid laminate,.5 to 1.25 inches thick, with Kevlar reinforcing in high-load areas, while the topsides and deck incorporate closed cell structural foam (post 2007). The deck has an integrally moulded non – slip finish.

Rudders are skeg hung on stainless steel stocks with self-lubricating bearings. The steering system is hydraulic with the rudders linked together with a cross-link beam. The hydraulic arm is attached direct to the rudder shaft. The port rudder has an access cover above and is designed to accept an emergency tiller. The hull and deck join is fully bonded and protected by a substantial rubbing strake. Many of the structural bulkheads are of vacuum bagged foam core, and when the interior furniture is fully bonded, in a light and stiff ‘honeycomb’ structure is created. The 385 is virtually unsinkable due to its watertight bulkheads and buoyancy compartments fore and aft. The keels are integrally moulded and sealed off from the hulls forming a double bottom.

The 385 is designed for the cruising couple who need more comfort and storage aboard. The galley and saloon are very spacious and contain handcrafted joinery. The striking bows, along with the specially designed bridgedeck, are the result of thirty years of design experience. This design allows the boat to sail over the waves with less water over the bow creating a dry, smooth, seakindly ride with sparkling sailing performance.

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Make:	Broadblue
Model:	385
Length:	38
Builder:	Broadblue Catamarans Ltd
Designer:	Robert Underwood, David Feltham & Stuart Davidsen
Construction:	Solid fiberglass below waterline; cored topsides and deck
Build Start:	2005
Loa:	11.78 M / 38.65 Ft.
Lwl:	10.9m / 35' 9"
Beam:	5.98 M / 19.68 Ft.
Headroom:	2.00 M / 6.57 Ft.
Draft:	1.12 M / 3.68 Ft.
Displacement:	15,430 lbs / 7,000 kg
Mast Height:	17.4m / 57'
Mfg Engines:	Twin Volvo Penta MD2030-D 30hp, coupled to saildrives; Yanmar also
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JANUARY 2023 - Broadblue announces new update to the ever popular Broadblue 385, the new series 4! New features include a forward facing sail station to improve ease of handling when sailing shorthanded Self-tacking headsail for ease of handling and improved upwind performance Removal of backstays to allow square top mainsail for more sail area and better sailing performance Electric headsail furlers added to options list The 385S3 (Series 3) is our most popular model for long distance cruising and combines ease of handling with robust construction, modern hull form, quality craftsmanship and elegant joinery. She is designed for single or short-hand sailing and achieves this by combining a smaller mainsail and larger headsails with all lines led aft to the cockpit. All sail handling can be done without needing to venture away from the cockpit. The Broadblue 385S3 is built to the highest level of European Recreational Craft Directive: Category A (Ocean) and is built using the highest standard materials. She is virtually unsinkable due to her watertight bulkheads and buoyancy compartments fore and aft. The keels are integrally moulded and sealed off from the hulls forming a double bottom. Our 385S3 customers have circumnavigated the World, enjoyed cruising around the Caribbean, Mediterranean and British Virgin Islands to name but a few and always lived the dream!

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Designed for single or short hand sailing, achieved by combining a smaller mainsail and larger head sails with all lines leading aft to the cockpit. All sail handling can be done without needing to venture out from the cockpit. The 385 is built to the highest level of European Recreational Craft Directive: Category A (Ocean) and is built using the highest standard materials.

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Why sail a catamaran?

The “Broadblue 385 Series 3”, designed by Stuard Davidsen, is the logical continuation of the proven down-to-earth British catamaran design. Implementation has been successfully carried out in Szczecin for quite some time now. At 12 meters in length and now in the 3rd edition, she speaks to long-distance sailors who are looking for a solid and seaworthy ship. Due to the far aft placed mast, the mainsail remains manageable in size.

Together with different foresail options, the total sail area can be adapted to the prevailing conditions with little team strength. Thanks to several watertight compartments, this multi is leak-proof and strong skegs protect the rudders. The extension is built in good tradition with many wooden elements made of light oak. Overall, a shipy ambience in a modern multihull with an English touch.


Length over all	11,96 m
Width	5,98 m
Draft	1,05 m
Displacement	7,0 t
Mainsail	27 m
Headsail	50 m
Engines	2 x 20 hp
Water tank	2 x 75 l
Fuel tank	2 x 225 l
Designer	Stuart Davidson

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Broadblue 385

By Dave Reed
Updated: March 17, 2008

Turning onto a beam reach, I nudge the wheel, and Robert Underwood of Broadblue Catamarans winches up the traveler; there’s a sudden but gentle sense of acceleration. With a scant 7 knots of wind at the masthead, the cat settles in at 7 on the speedo as well and quietly glides across England’s Solent. It’s an idyllic afternoon, and in a daydream state, I envision my next landfall, somewhere in the Bahamas. If not for Robert’s prompt to tack-to prove how easily his boat tacks-I might’ve ended up there. Now the helm goes over, the headsail slaps across, and the Broadblue 385 settles on the other tack without fuss. The apparent wind has swung from 40 to 40. Not bad at all for a cruising cat.

Such nimble light-air performance is probably due in equal parts to the 385’s efficient hull profile and its unusual Aft Rig, a unique sail plan that steps the mast at the main bulkhead. (See the drawing.) The Aft Rig mainsail is only 304 square feet, while the genoa, at 534, really pulls the bows across the wind. This rig is ideal for coastal cruising and daysailing, especially when shorthanded. The full-battened Sport Rig, with its large-roach main, offers more horsepower and may be faster for passagemaking.

Peter Thompson, a 45-year-old dentist from Lancashire, England, expects to log more than 8,000 miles this year on his 385 Aft Rig. “For family sailing, the small main is great,” he says. “It’s easier to handle and you don’t have to reef as soon.” If he were to do it again, however, he says he’d choose the Sport Rig for its upwind performance. To bolster his inventory for the 2008 Atlantic Rally for Cruisers, he’s added a spinnaker.

In a multihull world populated with cats designed for charter fleets, Broadblue touts its line of boats as “true bluewater cruisers” and builds to Category A (Oceangoing) standards in the European Union. Below the waterline, the hulls are solid glass reinforced with Kevlar in loaded areas. Above the waterline, hulls and deck are balsa-cored laminates with marine-grade-plywood reinforcement at hardware locations. Other offshore-enabling attributes include five bulkheads, flotation compartments, and hardened glass windows set in aluminum frames. The 385 we sailed had a three-cabin layout, with a large shower/head forward in the starboard hull and a smaller walk-through head/shower to port. The alternative, twin-stateroom layout offers two double-berth cabins and two pilot berths. Our test boat featured an office area amidships in the port hull; our sea-going dentist says that he and his two daughters use it a lot at sea.

In the saloon, there’s a generous U-shaped dinette, full galley, and nav station. The galley may leave one wanting for counter space, but the layout does add to the open, airy feel of the 385’s common area. Our test boat had been extensively cruised, and even with cruising cargo, it felt lively enough. But after only a light-air test sail, I asked Peter Thompson to provide a description of sailing in more memorable conditions: “I was with my wife, going around Land’s End at about 2 in the morning,” he said, “and it was blowing Force 8. She turned to me and asked, ‘Are you happy?’ I said, ‘I’m happy as hell.’ And she said, ‘That’s a good answer.’ But from a more pleasant point of view, the best time so far was our four-day passage to Lanzarote, in the Canary Islands, with the kids. Just walking around the boat and enjoying being at sea.”

Dave Reed is the editor of Sailing World, CW’s sister publication.

The Broadblue 385 was designed for couples who want to cruise offshore and in the often-atrocious weather around Britain. It meets the highest European Union boatbuilding standard, which can be seen in its six floatation compartments and aluminum-framed glass windows. It’s not a heavy design, but because it’s meant to carry full provisions without a significant drop in performance, it’s no racer either. Unfortunately, my test sail in light winds proved little on this score.

The hulls have a relatively fine entry but plenty of reserve buoyancy. Unlike many competitors, the Broadblue has a long bridgedeck that creates extra stowage space beneath. It has 30 inches of clearance forward, but it appeared to be more prone to slamming than a boat with a trampoline forward.

The hull’s are Polish-built and finished in the United Kingdom. They’re solid glass, .5 to 1.25 inches thick below the waterline, with Kevlar reinforcing in high-load areas. Elsewhere, the hulls are cored with end-grain balsa, as are the decks. The skeg-hung rudders are the same depth as the keels, which allows the boat to be beached for maintenance, thus avoiding the hassle of finding a yard that can haul a cat, which can sometimes prove difficult in foreign ports. The keels are integrally molded with the hull and sealed off, making them the first defense against damage should the boat be accidentally grounded. They’re each fitted with a stainless-steel shoe, making damage less likely.

On deck, the cockpit’s comfortable, as you’d expect on a catamaran, with a raised helm seat on the port side that offers good visibility and easy access to sail and engine controls. Our test boat had the optional fiberglass bimini top, which has Visquine (plastic) windows forward that roll up when the crew want air. Going forward, the decks are wide and clear of obstacles. There’s a centerline step in the front of the house that makes getting to the cabin top easy. The foredeck extends most of the way to the bows and provides storage and a platform for the centerline anchor and windlass.

Two rig configurations are available: The Sport Rig, with the mast at the forward end of the house, features small headsails and a big, roachy main for drive; the Aft Rig positions the mast at the aft end of the house and uses bigger jibs with a much smaller high-aspect main.

Belowdecks on the Broadblue, it’s obvious that this cat’s designed for extended cruising because there’s a ton of storage space. In the configuration of the boat I sailed, both hulls have a spacious aft cabin with large hanging lockers. In the port hull is a desk and chair at the foot of the steps from the saloon; forward is a large head with a separate walk-in shower. On the starboard side, instead of the desk, there’s a huge extra refrigerator/freezer; forward is a head with an integral shower, and in place of the stall shower is room for a workbench and tools. A three-cabin layout with two doubles in the starboard side is also available.

The saloon is comfortable and airy, with a workable, attractive galley and seating for six around the dinette; a small nav station with a swing-out stool is aft to port.

In the wind in which I sailed the boat, it seemed a bit undercanvased, but in such conditions most cruisers would be running the 20-horsepower Volvos. On this boat, equipped with saildrives, the engines ran relatively quietly.

The Broadblue 385 will suit sailors who place higher priority on seakeeping properties and ability to carry stores for extended, comfortable cruising than on exciting performance and fast passages.

Andrew Burton is a CW associate editor.

Broadblue 385 LOA 38′ 8″ (11.79 m.) LWL 35′ 9″ (10.90 m.) Beam 19′ 7″ (5.97 m.) Draft 3′ 5″ (1.04 m.) Sail Area 777 sq. ft. (72.2 sq. m.) Displacement 15,876 lb. (7,201 kg.) Water 125 gal. (473 l.) Fuel 132 gal. (500 l.) Engines Two 20-hp. Volvos with saildrives Designers Simon Davidson and Robert Underwood Price $356,000 Broadblue Catamarans Ltd. (252) 249-0358 www.broadblueusa.com

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Broadblue 385

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Built in Poland and fi tted out to a high standard, the 385 is a thoroughly modern take on the cruising catamaran. While her interior is less spacious than some catamarans – the Fountaine Pajots, for instance – it is light and airy. She is no slouch, but is aimed more at those looking for safety, comfort and easy handling than for outright speed.

LOA 38ft 6in (11.78m), LWL 35ft 8in (10.90m), beam 19ft 6in (5.98m), draught 3ft 5in (1.05m), displacement 15,432lb (7,000kg). Price guide: £166,000 to £178,000 YM Test Report November 2005.

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Boat REF# · 45421
Length · 11.78m
Year · 2006
Construction · GRP
Underwater profile · Multihull
Sleeping berths · 9
Engine · 2 x diesel 20hp, Volvo Penta D20 (2006)
Lying · PLYMOUTH, UK

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Designer	Broadblue catamarans
Builder	Broadblue catamarans
Lying	PLYMOUTH, UK
Fuel capacity	940.0 ltr (206.8 USG) Total - 2 Tanks
Water capacity	475.0 ltr (104.5 USG) Total - 1 Tanks
Deadrise	5-10

Engine	2 x diesel 20hp
Engine make and model	Volvo Penta D20 (2006)
Engine Hours	Not Recorded
Engine Cooled	Indirect
Steering	wheel
Drive	saildrive
Prop(s)	twin folding
Fuel consumption (approx)	3.0 ltr (0.7 USG) /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx)	7 knots
Max speed (approx)	9 knots

Length	11.78m
LWL	11.30m
Beam	5.98m
Draft Min	1.12m
Draft Max	1.12m
Headroom	1.87m
Storage	Ashore

Sloop rigged Aluminium spars (2006) with Stainless Steel standing rigging (2006)

Reefing mainsail	Jeckells - Slab (2006)
Headsail	- Furling (2006)
Other sails	No.2 (Jeckells) (2006)

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 5 batteries charged by: engine, wind generator, solar panels, shore power

Construction

Construction	GRP
Underwater profile	Multihull
Finish	Gelcoat finish

fuel tanks are 2 x 235ltrs.

Accommodation

Total # of berths	9
No. of double berths	4
No. of single berths	1
Cabin(s)	4
Sink	1
Shower	1
Heads	1 heads (Manual)

4 burner propane Stove

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Broiler
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Carpet
Drapes
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Non-Smokers

Sail cover
Sprayhood
Cockpit cover
Rode
Fenders
Boathook
Davits
Swim Ladder
Instrument Covers
Bimini

1 halyard winches 4 sheet winches Electric Quick windlass 3 anchors (Delta, Kedge, Bruce) 10.00m of chain 30.00m of rode

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Speed
Log
Radar
VHF DSC radio
GPS
Chart plotter
Autopilot
Stereo
Clock
Barometer
Navigation lights
Depth sounder

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Fume detector
Liferaft
Life buoys

2 bilge pumps (2 manual / 0 electric)

Broker's Comments

Broadblue catamarans are the successor to the well known Prout range of catamarans. After the launch of the successful Broadblue 435, the 385 swiftly followed, and whilst proportionally it is a scaled down version of the 435 the coach roof has retained similar dimensions, allowing for a spacious saloon and galley. The interior is fitted out in light oak, and boasts four double berths and one single, and is well set up for both long distance cruising and liveaboard. The 180 degree panoramic window looks out onto the large well-protected foredeck, which is perfect for both foredeck work and a spot of sunbathing! This example benefits from many extras fitted during build plus some further upgrades by Broadblue. She has had very little use and is for sale due to her owner's family commitments. These boat details are subject to contract. Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

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ZONDER | Broadblue 385 38.8ft

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Long Distance Live Aboard Catamaran

Owner's Version - 3 Cabin

The Broadblue 385 is built to Category A (Ocean) standards - designed to be self-sufficient for extended voyages. In addition, you will find this boat to be a quality build with easy handling and performance that might just surprise you.

Stepping aboard, the stern has space for walking outside the seating area as well as dingy handling, fishing or just sun bathing. The raised helm offers excellent visibility with seating for two. All lines lead aft to the safety of the cockpit. There are two cocktail-size tables and a comfortable upholstered love seat. The rounded cabinetry adds to safety of this boat.

The flat walking space continues around the entire boat. Round hatches add to structural integrity of the boat. There is an added step at the mast to easily attend to the main sail, etc. Dingy davits, dingy motor mount, solar panels finish up the topside.

Inside is open, airy and comfortable. The slanted windows give you a panoramic view to the outside world. The huge, over-stuffed sofa is covered in Alcantara fabric with a wood dining table suitable for eight guests. Hidden, pleated blinds make it easy to shut out the sun as well as add to your privacy. A unique "J" shaped galley is efficient with the fridge located under the sink, stove/oven to the left, double sinks with covers and additional storage in front of the sink to keep spices and other cooking supplies handy. You can see down to both hulls from the saloon area which adds to the spacious feel.

This owner's version catamaran has three large cabins and two heads. To starboard, the owner's hull includes a "king size" double berth with upholstered headboard, day bed amidships and head with separateshower forward. To port, are double berths - fore and aft. separatedby an amazingamount of storage space including a desk area with a swing out seat - a real bonus if you need office space.

Built in the UK, the Broadblue 385 is a world-class contemporary cruising catamaran known for exemplary performance, luxury live-aboard comfort and safety. The owner's version set-up on Zonder is unique and makes the most use of every available space. See for yourself!

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Boat REF# · 211144
Length · 11.78m
Year · 2005
Construction · GRP
Underwater profile · Multihull
Sleeping berths · 7
Engine · 2 x diesel 20hp, Volvo Penta D120 (2005)
Lying · Gosport

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Builder	Broadblue Catamarans Ltd
Lying	Gosport
Fuel capacity	200.0 ltr (44.0 USG) Total - 2 Tanks
Water capacity	500.0 ltr (110.0 USG) Total - 1 Tanks

Engine	2 x diesel 20hp
Engine make and model	Volvo Penta D120 (2005)
Engine Hours	Not Recorded
Engine Cooled	Indirect
Steering	wheel
Drive	saildrive
Prop(s)	2 blade fixed
Fuel consumption (approx)	Not Recorded
Cruising speed (approx)	6 knots
Max speed (approx)	8 knots

Length	11.78m
LWL	10.90m
Beam	5.98m
Draft Min	1.12m
Draft Max	1.12m
Displacement	7,070kg (15,589.4lbs)
Headroom	1.95m
Storage	On mooring

Sloop rigged Z Sport Aluminium spars (2005) with Stainless Steel standing rigging (2005)

Reefing mainsail	Kemp - Slab (2016) Stack Pack, Fully Battened, Lazy Jacks, 3 Reefs
Headsail	Kemp - Furling (2016)
Other sails	Furling jib (2005)
	Cruising chute (2005)

Spinnaker gear

Twin furling foresails on separate forestays, each with its own furling drum. Mainsail and Genoa brand new in 2016.

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 6 batteries charged by: engine, shore power

Construction

Construction	GRP
Underwater profile	Multihull
Finish	Gelcoat finish

Hull epoxied below waterline.

Accommodation

Total # of berths	7
No. of double berths	3
No. of single berths	1
Cabin(s)	3
Sink	2
Shower	2
Heads	2 heads (Sea Toilet)

Cabin heating is by a Webasto hot water radiator system. Owner's version has study with desk and bookshelves to port. Oceanair pleated blinds

4 burner propane Stove

Stove
Broiler
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Drapes
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Cockpit shower

Sail cover
Cockpit cover
Rode
Fenders
Boathook
Davits
Swim Platform
Swim Ladder
Instrument Covers
Cockpit Enclosure
Bimini

1 halyard winches 4 sheet winches Electric Quick windlass (with remote control) 2 anchors (Plough) 40.00m of chain 40.00m of rode Bombard AX300 dinghy () (RIB) 2.2hp outboard, Mariner, Short shaft ()

Nav Equipment

Compass
Speed
Log
Wind
Radar
VHF DSC radio
GPS
Chart plotter
Autopilot
Navtex
Stereo
Clock
Barometer
Navigation lights
TV
DVD
AIS Receiver
Depth sounder
Radar Reflector

Raymarine ST60 log/depth/wind Raymarine ST6001 hydraulic autopilot with remote control Raymarine E80 chart plotter in cockpit. Cockpit chart-plotter feeds to a slave remote control unit that displays on the 15" flat screen TV above the chart table. TV, VHF/FM aerial ICOM M601 DSC VHF with second station handset at helm Connections for laptop navigation Sony CD/tuner with cabin and cockpit speakers McMurdo ICS NAV6 Navtex/Instrument repeater

Safety Equipment

Fume detector
Liferaft
Life jackets
Life buoys
Searchlight
Danbuoy
Safety harnesses
Horn
EPIRB 406MHz
Emergency steering

8 bilge pumps (6 manual / 2 electric)

Broker's Comments

Fast; spacious inside, and remaining reassuringly upright; I sometimes wonder why we don't all cruise in catamarans. Twin engines give remarkable manoeuvrability, and a huge cockpit makes a very sociable venue for post-sailing relaxation. This example is the owner's version of the Broadblue 385: she has a double berth, bookshelves and desk in the port hull, with a large heads and walk-in shower forward. There are two further doubles (one en-suite) and a single berth in the starboard hull. Between the hulls is a huge saloon with wraparound seating; a generously sized and equipped galley, and a comprehensively-equipped navigation station. On the foredeck a deck a pair of forestay furlers allow a ready choice of headsails, depending on wind speed and point of sail. A small rib hangs snugly from light-weight davits at the stern. Very well equipped, this spacious cat looks like she could be ideal cruising boat.

These boat details are subject to contract. Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

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