If you're looking for a manageable, multi-purpose family boat that can handle both the sun and the shelter, you could do a lot worse than a compact pilot house boat.
In this video, Alex Smith takes the Jeanneau TH38 for a sea trial in Cannes to see if this new "Twin Hull" weekender can deliver on its promise of authentic cruising. At nearly 39ft and with a beam that makes up 36% of its length, it’s a fascinating study in space management.
Alex explores the innovative sliding cockpit furniture, the step-through windscreen, and the symmetrical twin-cabin layout, before pushing the twin 350hp outboards to the limit to test that famous flying carpet catamaran ride.
[Supported by Sleipner]
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to the Jeanneau TH38
00:35 Dimensions, beam, and the catamaran advantage
01:12 Engine options: Twin 300s vs 350s
01:45 Swim platform and the "Pasarella" central walkway
02:16 Clever furniture: The sliding C-shaped dinette
03:45 Cockpit storage and life raft integration
04:30 Port-side wet bar and galley walkthrough
06:05 Bow lounge: Stability and 10-person capacity
07:05 Bridge deck design and the "wave breaker" molding
07:45 Why have side decks on a cat?
08:30 Interior tour: Port-side double cabin
09:40 Impressive separate shower and heads compartment
10:45 Helm ergonomics and visibility
12:00 Roof structure, solar options, and weight management
13:10 Sea Trial: Directional tracking and handling
14:05 Noise levels and cruising efficiency
15:10 High-speed turns and ride softness
16:25 Final thoughts: Is it the perfect novice-friendly cat?
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