ISAF rules Catamarans out of the Olympics

From the publishers of Multihull World Magazine and Australian Amateur Boatbuilder, the Multihull World Directory 2007 provides over 284 glossy pages of information on the surprisingly large range of multihulls and related products and services available on the market today.

Judging by the volume of articles and advertising supporting this publication, the multihull fraternity is obviously well and truly alive and kicking. The first section is an alphabetical listing of products and services - from Adhesives through to Z-drives - providing suppliers's name, addresses and contact details.

The major part presents a complete multihull collection, from off-the-beach models through to flat-out racers and large live-aboard cruising design, each designer or manufacturer features his range of models with basic specifications, layout details and interior/exterior photos.

Within this smorgasboard of multihull designs are articles on the pros and cons of choosing a multihull with racing in mind. Some observations on defining the differences between a "racer/cruiser" and "cruiser/racer" are mirrored against another article on attributes of a "pure cruising" multi.

And all this in full colour. Retailing at A$17.60 (inc. GST, not inc. postage) in Australia or A$16.00 in New Zealand or overseas (not inc. postage), the Multihull World Directory is a "must-have" on every multihull enthusiast's bookshelf.