Blue Water Downwind Sailing for Cruisers
An introduction to Parasailor on Catamarans
with Bojan Michiels van Kessenich | Istec
Note: Balance Catamarans is not affiliated with ISTEC. We’re simply providing a platform for them to share their expertise so owners can make informed choices about their sail options.
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS AT 7PM CENTRAL EUROPEAN TIME
90 Minutes
English
Limited to 100 people
About the Session
If you’ve ever wondered how to cruise more comfortably and confidently downwind, especially on long passages or with minimal crew, this is your chance to learn from one of the most seasoned downwind experts in the sailing world.
Bojan Michiels van Kessenich sailed his first ARC in 2004 with a first-generation Parasailor and never looked back. That crossing, and the sail that powered it, set him on a lifelong journey of helping cruisers make the most of their downwind passages.
Since founding Bomarine in 2006, Bojan has supported thousands of shorthanded sailors with advice, gear, and training. With over 80,000 nautical miles under his belt and a long-standing partnership with World Cruising Club, Bojan brings practical, experience-based insight specifically for cruisers—not racers.
What You’ll Learn
In this practical and inspiring session, Bojan will explore:
🧭 Cruisers vs Racers: The mindset and priorities that shape your downwind strategy
🌊 Blue Water vs Coastal: What changes when you’re offshore for days or weeks
🎯 Downwind Aerodynamics: How your sails behave—and how to tame them
🧵 Sail Setups: From traditional sails to Parasailors and beyond
🐱 Catamaran-Specific Tips: What works (and what doesn’t) on two hulls
🔧 Chafe Control: The quiet killer of long-distance sailing
⚓ Real-World Lessons: Hard-won wisdom from 80,000 miles at sea
Don’t miss the call!
Join us on August 27th, 2025 at 7:00 PM Central European Time.
Limited to 100 participants!The call will be recorded for those that can't make it. Register even if you can't attend to be notified of the recording.
Meet Your Speaker
Bojan Michiels van Kessenich
Founder of Bomarine, ARC veteran, World Cruising Club partner, and downwind sailing evangelist.
“After 80,000 miles of mostly shorthanded sailing, my mission is to help cruisers become more independent, more confident, and more prepared—especially downwind.”
