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Towing cat tenders

Discussion in 'General Yachting Discussion' started by benjay, Nov 7, 2024.

  1. benjay

    benjay New Member

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    Hi
    Does anyone have experience towing catamaran tenders behind the yacht? We are involved in buying one (a 32’ World Cat) for a client’s yacht (112’ Benetti) and have to install the tow brackets and arrange the tow bridle.
    We’ve heard that the tow bracket attachment points should be low down on the tender to lift the bow slightly under tow.
    Are there any other considerations? Like keeping the tender heavy (full of fuel) as much as possible to avoid porpoising.

    Any insight or information would be awesome. Thank you!
  2. ychtcptn

    ychtcptn Senior Member

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    I've towed a Freeman 47 for several thousand miles.
    Tow points should be low as possible, never had concerns on the fuel levels, although I tend to tow full in case you have to end up driving it to your destination.
    Obviously there is a big difference between the two boats, but I have found and heard the cats tow just fine.