February 25th , 2010 → 9:30 am @ admin
Just in case we completely confused you with our last post on Catamaran terminology, the actual sailing is one of the most simple and easy to learn forms of sailing? We truly can have you out on the water in as little as 20 minutes!
If you are doubting me I can tell you it really [...]
Category : Catamaran Blog
February 8th , 2010 → 1:03 pm @ admin
Hey there,
Today we thought we give you some more insight on the terms used to describe the components of modern multihulls. Ever heard about ‘vaka’, ‘ama’ or’aka’? No? Well, here you go:
All three terms stem from the Malay and Micronesion language and refer to parts of the outrigger canoe. In fact vaka does actually mean [...]
Category : Catamaran Blog
January 21st , 2010 → 9:37 pm @ admin
Australia Day is coming up and that means a couple of restrictions regarding the river access this day. We found following information on http://www.cityofperth.wa.gov.au/skyworks/river_access.html
- The Narrows Personal Watercraft Freestyle area will be closed from 3pm to sunset. An 8-knot speed limit will be in place from Quarry Point to the Narrows Bridge and all of [...]
Category : Catamaran Blog
January 11th , 2010 → 3:14 am @ admin
Hey there, we found a video on Youtube from somebody catsailing on the Swan River. It’s pretty short but it gives you quite a good idea how easy and relaxing it is to spend a day on the water.
Cat Sailing on the Swan River
Category : Catamaran Blog
December 19th , 2009 → 2:04 am @ admin
Just to let everyone know we will be open everyday over the holiday period except for Christmas Day.
Have a merry Christmas and a hope to see you again in the new year for some more fun on the water!
Enjoy the holiday season,
Jack & the team at Funcats
Category : Catamaran Blog
December 3rd , 2009 → 4:33 am @ admin
The Corporate challenge is now underway. Sailing is on 5.15pm Monday – Thursday over the whole Summer.
It appears that Woodside have again put together a formidable team. However, Team Taxation is always in the swim with Captain Bart consistently putting in a very competitive race. Other teams competing are BHP Billiton, Chevron, Woodside Drillers [...]
Category : Catamaran Blog
November 10th , 2009 → 2:52 am @ admin
Jack’s Racing Windrush for Sale!
Mylar Sails, Drop Rudders, Trailer & Wheels. $3500.00
Please call Jack on 0408 926 003
Category : Catamaran Blog
November 8th , 2009 → 2:39 am @ admin
After work sailing
With the warm weather and the evenings stretching out, Funcats are now operating to 6.30pm each day weather permitting.
Replacement Boats
We have recently bought in a further 6 new boats as replacements under our policy of continually updating, to keep the fleet at a high standard.
Canoe Hire
Funcats currently have 2 Double and 2 Single [...]
Category : Catamaran Blog
November 7th , 2009 → 2:47 am @ admin
The Acton Real Estate Corporate Racing event starts in the middle of November, with teams of 5 competing throughout the summer. Anyone wishing to join in with the races can phone Jack on 0408 926 003.
Start Time 5.15pm sharp. Monday – Thursday.
Category : Catamaran Blog
November 3rd , 2009 → 2:44 am @ admin
14 year old twins Sam & Guy, sailing their Hobie 16 won their second race this year at Nedlands Yacht Club by recording the fastest time overall last weekend. They are needing only 1 more win to move into A fleet where we will see just how well they have comeon.
Both boys started working [...]
Category : Catamaran Blog
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