2002 Catalina 36 MkII
The Catalina 36 Mark II garnered Best Value honors in Cruising World's Boat Of The Year Midsize Cruiser category because it impressed the judges with the high level of its execution at an inherently reasonable price. The boat is attractive below, airy and bright, with a sensible package of mechanical perks and workable accommodations. It is fun to sail, responsive and weatherly, with good control at the helm and an easily managed sail plan. And finally, it is born of a proven pedigree, and makes no attempt to break what more than 1,000 owners already consider a decent mold.The Catalina 36 Mark II garnered Best Value honors in Cruising World's 1995 Boat Of The Year Midsize Cruiser category because it impressed our judges with the high level of its execution at an inherently reasonable price. The boat is attractive below, airy and bright, with a sensible package of mechanical perks and workable accommodations. It is fun to sail, responsive and weatherly, with good control at the helm and an easily managed sail plan. And finally, it is born of a proven pedigree, and makes no attempt to break what more than 1,000 owners already consider a decent mold.
1996 Catalina 36 MkII
This 1996 Catalina 36 MkII in a two-owner freshwater boat that successfully combines luxurious accommodations, a secure workable deck plan, and outstanding performance under sail. The hull is eficient and stable with graceful lines and has been designed with enough volume for spacious accommodation. Her rig is powerful but still easily handled by a short-handed crew. The rudder is a balanced blade with a long horizontal skeg molded into the hull, for a light helm and good tracking ability. The decks have molded in bulwarks and non-skid. The side decks are wide and carried well aft for secure access to the cockpit. The interior has been designed to accommodate an active family or up to three couples in comfort and three cabin privacy.
