Island Yachting Centre
923 4Th St W
Palmetto,
FL 34221 (Map)
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Accomodations:
The Packet Cat and sleep 6 in 3 separate cabins. There are 2 double staterooms including 2 heads with separate showers. Each hull has an entrance from the large salon/galley area. Forward in each hull is a double athwartship berth with ample storage lockers. Aft of each entrance is a full head with tub/shower. There is plenty of storage along each hull and in main salon. There are 23 opening hatches and ports, with screens, for fantastic ventilation. At the aft end of each head, is large walk through entrance to each engine room. The foredeck has a large lounging area with massive storage below. Additional storage port and starboard for fenders, lines, sails, etc. The cockpit is roomy, with plenty of seating and easy access to the swim platforms.
Mechanical Equipment:
Vacuum gauges to Racor fuel filter
Galley:
The Galley is easy to work in and close to the cockpit. Food and beverages can be passed though the main companion way or an ingenious port the opens flat and acts as a serving station. The refrigerator/freezer is large enough to store food and beverages for an extended cruise. Storage is plentiful.
* Microwave
* 2 burner LPG Stove and oven
* Stainless Steel sink
* Adler-Barbour cold Machine refrigerator
Electonics and Navigational Gear:
This boat was recently updated with the latest Raymarine electronics. The C-120 Multifunction display has the ability to overlay the Chart plotter with Radar, Sirius Marine Weather and HD Digital Fish Finder which shows bottom features. The Raymarine ST 7002 Auto pilot with SmartPilot and a wireless Sea Talk S-100 Autopilot Remote Control, make it easy to single had this vessel, as her current owner has done. Skymate offers e-mail, weather, position reporting and weblog. The ICOM VHF-DSC Radio features the latest Mobile Maritime Service Identity (MMSI) offering automated digital distress capability. It also includes a Remote Access Microphone, located at the helm. Another safety feature.
* New Raymarine C-120 Chart plotter
* New Raymarine 2KW Radar
* New Raymarine S2G Corepack
* New Raymarine ST-7002 Auto pilot
* New Raymarine ST-60 Wind,Depth, Speed
* New Raymarine s-100 Wireless Control
* New Raymarine Sirius weather system
* New Kenwood KDC 234 stereo
* ICOM VHF-DSC radio w remote at Helm
* New Xantrex 2500 inverter w remote contol panel
* Xantrex Pathmaker w remote control panel
* Skymate e-mail system
Electrical System:
* 120v AC
* 2)30 amp Shore power cords
* 12 v DC
* 1)New 4D AGM Battery
* 3)New Grp 27 AGM Battery
Deck and Hull Equipment:
Unlike most catamarans, the coach roof is not so high that the helmsman has to sit in an elevated seat. Everyone in the cockpit has a good view of where you are going and ventilation is great. There is an insulated, built in cooler, next to the helm seat so you don't have to go far for refreshment. The side decks are wide, making it safe and easy to move around the entire boat. The foredeck does not have the typical trampoline, but has huge storage areas and a king size Sun pad, which is great for sunning, watching fireworks or the stars at night. This owner would bring a TV topside and people would sit on deck and watch movies, while anchored in the Bahamas.
* FX-23 Fortress w/ chain and rode
* Plow type anchor with chain
* Lofrans Monza Vert. Electric Windless
* (4) self-tailing winches
* Fender w/lines
* Bow pulpit w/rails
* Swim ladder
* Fresh Water Shower on Transom Steps
* Textaline Covers for Front & Side Salon Windows
* Lounge Area on Foredeck w/ backrest & pads (Sunbrella Covered)
* Full Dodger and Binini
* Edson Leather Covered Wheel
* Richie Compass w/ Red Night Light
* Hot and cold Deck shower on stern
* Stainless Steel dinghy davit
* Dive ladder at transom
Sails and Rigging:
The newer Packet Cats have the in mast roller furling main sail, which is a great improvement over the boom furlers.
This particular boat has a NEW main sail with vertical battens, made by Knighton Sails, which dramatically improves the upwind performance.
* Harken Roller Furling for Genoa
* In mast furling main sail w vetical battens
* Spinnaker in bag
* 2)Lewmar #48 ST winches in cockpit
* 1)Lewmar #8 ST winch in cockpit
* 2)#16 at mast
1997 Island Packet Cat 35, Catnip is a beautifully equipped and lovingly maintained yacht. She has many new upgrades such as a NEW Mainsail with verticle battens, All New Electronics including a Raymarine C-120. Unlike most catamarans, the coach roof is not so high that the helmsman has to sit in an elevated seat. Everyone in the cockpit has a good view of where you are going and ventilation is great. There is an insulated, built in cooler, next to the helm seat so you don't have to go far for refreshment. The side decks are wide, making it safe and easy to move around the entire boat. The foredeck does not have the typical trampoline, but has huge storage areas and a king size Sun pad, which is great for sunning, watching fireworks or the stars at night. The cockpit and foredeck are large enough to entertain a large number of friends and family. Ample storage makes the boat suitable for cruising or live aboard. Accommodations are excellent for two couples, with two staterooms and two heads.
923 4Th St W
Palmetto,
FL 34221 (
Map )