→ Launches, Announcements
Good morning from the Royal Cape Yacht Club in Cape Town, where we’re celebrating a milestone. We’ve been dropping hints for weeks that we were closing in on triple digits,...
→ How we build
https://youtu.be/v3CqmsTt8Fo There’s a particular kind of chaos that only makes sense once you’ve seen it in person — dusty, loud, and constantly moving, but somehow perfectly choreographed. That’s what a...
Owners Stories & Adventure
In 2023 Gary and Katie, a Seattle couple and lifelong Pacific Northwest sailors, made their retirement dream real. They bought a Balance 482 and named her Apogee. They chose the...
→ Media Appearances, Owners Stories & Adventure
Sea People sat down with the two skippers running our Balance 502 Tiger Lily in the Outer Passage programme. Sea People’s latest newsletter led with a story we were delighted...
→ Boat Shows
Newport International Boat Show | September 17–20, 2026 | Newport Waterfront, RI STEP ABOARD THE BALANCE 502 Reserve your Appointment This fall, Balance Catamarans is making history of its own:...
→ How we build
At Balance, safety is not something we bolt on at the end. It is designed into the boat from the first line drawn, and it is built into every laminate,...
Brand-new Balance 580, she’s launching this month, January 2025!
Introducing the brand-new Balance 580! With its sleek design and high-performance capabilities, this cutting-edge catamaran is ready to make waves. The mast has been stepped, and she’s launching in January...
Are Catamarans Safe? Experts Weigh In on Design, Technology, and Real-World Risk
Insights from Catamaran Conversations Episode 8 with Phil Berman, Patrick Shaughnessy, and Herb McCormick When catamarans first started gaining popularity decades ago, the sailing establishment was skeptical. Monohull sailors in...
Unveiling Obsidian 150: Innovative Sails for Balance Catamarans | With Ullman Sails
Join Phil Berman, President of Balance Catamarans, as he sits down with Michael England (CEO of Ullman Sails), Dallan Roos (OEM Director), and Mark Delany (Head of Balance Catamarans Cape...
Carbon Fiber in Catamaran Construction
Episode 7 of Catamaran Conversations with Phil Berman, Patrick Shaughnessy, and Herb McCormick Carbon fiber has gone from an exotic material reserved for America’s Cup boats to something you’ll find...
Join Us at the Dusseldorf Boot Show in 2025
Balance Catamarans will be at the renowned Dusseldorf Boot Show in Germany! From January 18-26, visit our booth to meet our dedicated team and explore our newest models and learn...
Crafting Confidence: The Quality and Expertise Behind Balance Catamarans
Join Phil Berman, founder and co-designer of Balance Catamarans, as he shares the secrets behind building high-quality, safe, and innovative catamarans. With over 40 years of industry experience, Phil discusses...
SeaEsta, Balance 482, Launches!
Watch launch of Balance 482, SeaEsta! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCCH6lslsHk&list=PL_ZKlaZSmtsSCgmY4_TFdRPNHS4e8Xu1J&index=7 Explore Balance 482
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Balance Catamarans: Education and Resources for Owners
Are you ready to master your Balance Catamaran? 🌊 Whether it’s the freshwater system, steering, or sailing techniques, we’ve got you covered with our comprehensive educational content designed specifically for...
Build Your Catamaran Sail Plan
Insights from Phil Berman, Patrick Shaughnessy, and Herb McCormick on Catamaran Conversations If you’re speccing out a new cruising catamaran, the sail inventory is one of the most personal —...
