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Ullman Sails + Balance Partnership

Over two decades, Balance Catamarans and Ullman Sails South Africa have come to share a passionate commitment to driving performance cruising. Working in tandem, with this shared goal, they have...

Count ‘em: Ten Innovations that Distinguish Balance Catamarans

Bridging the gap between high-performance sailing and comfortable liveaboard life The catamaran sailing world prior to Balance Catamarans’ first launch in 2014 existed at only two extremes – stark high...

Integrel Closes Out Their E-Drive Performance Series

REAL LIFE DATA: Our OEM propulsion partners at Integrel Solutions have just published the third and final instalment of their E-Drive Performance Series — and it’s the most data-rich of...

A person grilling on a Kenyon electric BBQ (braai) at the stern of a Balance Catamaran while sailing on the open ocean, showcasing a gas-free and safe outdoor cooking experience

Balance is gas-free by design. Why?

Easy answer: Safety. More nuanced answer: Preparation. Elimination. Innovation and Savings. But let’s start at the beginning: Preparation. Of course, one of the most catastrophic events that can occur aboard...

More VersaDrive Real World Data

Real-World E-Drive Efficiency: What the Data Is Showing (and Why It Matters) We’re excited to share the newest insights from our close partners at Integrel Solutions, as part of their...

Understanding E-Drive Performance

Real‑World Insights from an Early Balance Catamaran Sea Trial Introduction Hybrid propulsion promises quieter operation, greater efficiency, and more flexibility underway — but the real question for most owners is...

Design & Build Innovation

Inside the thinking behind our busiest and most ambitious year yet. 2025 marks the biggest year in Balance Catamarans’ history. With multiple new models hitting the water—including the 502, 580...

Design for Performance

Inside the Balance Catamarans Philosophy When owners arrive in Cape Town to witness the launch of their new Balance Catamaran, the same transformation tends to unfold. They arrive expecting a...

What Owners Need to Know About Starlink

Webinar Shownotes Format: Balance Webinar (recorded)Host: Dean Paarman (Balance Catamarans)Guest: Gary Bird (Apogee Sea Systems; Balance 482 owner) — with contributions from partner Todd HeckelRuntime: ~60–75 minutes (Q&A ran slightly...

Inside Look at the VersaDrive Hybrid System: Revolutionizing Sailing

We’re proud to offer a behind-the-scenes look at the VersaDrive hybrid system—Balance Catamarans’ next leap forward in clean, efficient propulsion. Developed in partnership with Integrel Solutions, this cutting-edge technology is...

Understanding Catamaran Pricing

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