MiniCat 520 EXPLORER IS OUT
For almost two years we have been working on an all-new new expedition/touring style of MiniCat and we are beyond excited to have finally got the first boats in the water for extreme endurance testing in the harsh conditions they were designed for.
The MiniCat Expedition Team headed up to the north of Norway to spend a week sailing inside the Arctic Circle to fully test these first boats before we start full production.
The team is led by Dave King a renowned and extremely experienced arctic explorer and expedition leader, and amongst the team of experienced extreme sailors, he was also joined by ‘Mr. MiniCat’ himself, Martin Horak. A unique opportunity for Martin to experience firsthand the boats he’s been designing and building.
Base Camp was established, and Dave & Martin had their first sail under the midnight sun on the first night. Their first impressions were very positive and even beyond expectations. The weather is bright but cold, however the following days delivered a lot of rain, horizontal rain, and strong wind.
The following days saw the MiniCat Explorers really tested to their limits, and almost beyond! Hours and hours of hard sailing in truly extreme conditions with the boats in different configurations and handling different loads, the testing program was intense.
As seen in these images the new MiniCat Explorer comes with the unique ‘MiniCat Pod’ fitted, this specifically designed, water-proof protection pod enables a sailor to stay protected from the elements whilst checking navigation or taking a rest. The Pod also offers a safe protected place for storing valuable equipment and personal gear and can be easily removed and used as a tent onshore overnight.
Here is what Dave King of Arctic Alive said about MiniCat 520 Explorer:
“After testing the new and coming 520 Explorer I just wanted a word and a nod to Martin & MiniCat, without getting to sound like the salespersons, these things (MiniCats) are epic, the opportunities limited only by the imagination and they really function as we`ve all imagined. I covered over 60km with ease, in variable conditions yesterday with about 200kg loaded plus me. For expeditions or just plain family outings, these boats have to generate some real buzz ! So happy with how this boat is turning out!”
Production is now commencing, with the first customer deliveries due at start of March ’25.
We are now offering customers the opportunity to place a pre-order for their boat.
The conditions of the pre-order are that the customer will place a non-refundable deposit of €1,000 and by doing so they will be allocated their build slot for early delivery in March 2025. They must confirm the configuration of their boat by Feb 1st 2025 and they will be invoiced for the balance payment to be paid by Feb 10th 2025.
To place your order please email us on email: sam@minicatamaran.eu or WhatsApp: +351 912 799 669.
Also please now visit the new page for MiniCat 520 Explorer to find out more details about this brand new model.
With Love – Team MiniCat
