We’re thrilled to introduce the first Balance 502 to roll out of our Cape Town yard: “Tiger Lily”. She’s not just a new model — she’s a bold evolution of our design philosophy, built to embody our motto: “Striking the Balance” — between performance and liveaboard comfort.
Why Tiger Lily stands out
From hull shape to interior detailing, Tiger Lily has deliberate upgrades:
- A single-beam longeron and self-tacking jib setup: prioritising clean deck space and simplified sail handling for serious blue-water cruising.
- The signature VersaStern folding transom door: opening up the aft cockpit to the sea, for effortless boarding, swimming, lounging.
- The VersaHelm® dual-position helm: You can steer from the cockpit or interior helm station — flexibility that complements both spirited sailing and relaxed passages.
Step inside: built for real life at sea
Tiger Lily isn’t just about sailing fast — she’s also about living well on board:
- Bright, frameless Italian-inspired interior design — clean lines, modern finishes, and lots of light.
- Larger saloon windows with custom ventilation hatches — giving panoramic views, breezy comfort, and a strong connection to the ocean.
- Beautifully crafted spaces throughout — generous living areas, fine joinery, intelligent layout. It’s a liveaboard catamaran that doesn’t compromise.
Filmed in Cape Town — the beginning of a new chapter
Our Cape Town yard captured the very first sea trials of Tiger Lily — the spray, the sea-wind, the power of her hulls slicing the water. This video marks the beginning of a new chapter in the story of Balance catamarans — one where performance and comfort sail side-by-side.
