Cruising Production Boats
Catalina Yachts Cruising Sails
Elevate your cruising adventures with Catalina Yachts — America’s most trusted brand in production cruising sailboats, and the foundation of unforgettable voyages.
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About Catalina Yachts
Rediscover the joy and freedom of sailing with robust, comfortable, and beautifully engineered boats. Catalina Yachts, founded in 1969 by Frank Butler, are renowned for making sailing accessible and delivering honest, sturdy boats that perform well in real-world conditions.
With over 80,000 boats built, Catalina has become one of the largest and most successful sailboat manufacturers worldwide, known for crafting user-friendly designs that offer both exceptional comfort and reliable value. Their boats range from sporty day sailors to spacious ocean cruisers and are hand-crafted in the USA to combine innovative features with Catalina’s classic craftsmanship.
AT A GLANCE
FOUNDED
1969 by Frank Butler
BUILT IN
USA
BOATS BUILT
Over 80,000
Most popular Catalina cruising models
Every sail is built to order for your exact model. Don’t see yours? We hold patterns and rig data for the whole range — just ask.
Catalina 22
Catalina 27
Catalina 30
Catalina 34
Catalina 36 / 36 MkII
Catalina 310
Catalina 315
Catalina 320
Catalina 42 / 42 MkII
Each of these models has a storied reputation for easy handling, durable construction, and cruising comfort. Catalina sailboats are designed for sailors who appreciate thoughtful details and evolutionary improvements year after year, whether cruising the coastlines or embarking on long offshore passages.
Choose the construction that fits your sailing
The same craftsmanship as our racing sails, optimized for comfort and ease of handling — in the cloth and construction that suits how you use the boat.
Cruising Dacron
Durable woven polyester — the long-life choice for coastal and bluewater cruising.
Hybrid woven & laminates
Better shape holding than Dacron with cruising-friendly handling and weight.
X-Drive®
Load-path tapes bonded to a light laminate — shape retention for performance cruisers.
Titanium
Continuous carbon load paths laid dry between shaped films — the lightest, stiffest option.
Get a free, no-obligation quote
Ready to enhance your Catalina sailing experience? Let our experts help you design the perfect sail for your cruising needs. Your request goes to the nearest UK Sailmakers loft or representative, who will follow up with you directly.
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Beneteau
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Hanse Yachts
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Dufour Yachts
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Hunter
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Dehler Yachts
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X-Yachts
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