2023 Balance 44' (13.46 m)
Saint Augustine
About Time was just exhibited by Balance Catamarans at the recent Annapolis Sailboat Show.She is a stunning example of their award-winning Balance 442 performance catamaran. This is your opportunity to purchase the best equipped example of the highly desirable Balance 442 catamaran currently on the market. About Time is in exceptional condition and ready to go sailing today. She is hull #5 of this coveted high-performance brand with her current owners taking delivery in Cape Town, South Africa in early 2023.They have sailed her extensively over the past couple years including her initial Atlantic crossing, Caribbean Island hopping, and cruising the northeast of the US East Coast.She is now strategically located in St Augustine, FL.. The original design premise for the Balance 442 was to create a catamaran that had wonderful sailing characteristics with luxurious and comfortable accommodations but was also set up to be easily operated by a retired couple.Therefore, these performance cruising vessels are equipped with powerful sail plans and daggerboards which allow them to sail circles around the competition while still being easily managed for shorthanded operation.As the name suggests, it is the perfect balance of sporty sailing characteristics and liveaboard comfort. Balance Catamarans are well known for their stunning designs, exceptional build quality, and gorgeous fit and finish.They feature industry leading technology such as their signature VersaHelm steering system, Integrel charging technology, carbon fiber reinforced daggerboards, Ullman ASDL tri-radial laminate sails, state-of-the-art electronics suites, etc.The build process for these fantastic vessels incorporates Balances Carbon Cross design and construction techniques whichutilizes E-glass fiberglass with significant Carbon Fiber reinforcement in the high load areas of the hulls and decks. Every Balance 442 is hand laminated and vacuum bagged with vinylester outer skin resin over closed cell foam cores.The end result is a lightweight, stiff, and robust vessel built for world voyaging. About Time has a 3-cabin Owners Version layout that is tastefully appointed with several custom touches, a stunning exterior hull color, and an extensive list of factory options.She sports all the most modern equipment available for a liveaboard voyager.Several equipment highlights include: Dual Yanmar VC20 Electric Throttles (at up and down helm positions) 48V Victron Lithium House Battery Bank - with 2 additional batteries added to standard 2 x Autopilots - second unit independent of the NMEA network with a controller at lower helm Matte Black Mast, Boom, Longeron, and Crossbeam Real Bamboo Interior Cabinetry (pricey upgrade!) Integrel Charging System on both engines 2 x 9kW Capacity Starlink Marine with high performance dish 2000 Watts of Solar Spectra Cape Horn Watermaker Air Conditioning / Heating throughout - DC high efficiency units can run directly off the batteries Ullman Performance Sail Package including Screecher, furling spinnaker and full socked asymmetrical Raymarine Electronics Suite includes Autopilot, Radar, AIS, etc. Samsung Washer / Dryer ... And so much more! About Time is being sold in The Multihull Company Premier Program which ensures the vessels exceptional condition and after-sales support for the new owner. She is currently en route to St Augustine, FL and is available for in-person showings by appointment. About Time is US Duty Paid and in turn-key condition - ready to sail off into the sunset the day after closing!
- Catamaran
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: XOH44205L123
- Stock #: 222442
$ 1,359,000 USD
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Data Sheet
HIN/IMO: XOH44205L123
Stock #: 222442
LOA: 44' 2'' (13.46 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 2023
Beam: 25' 0''
Draft Max: 7' 0''
Cabins: 3
Heads: 2
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Fuel Tank: 106 Gallons
Holding Tank: 11 Gallons
Designer: Anton du Toit
Builder: Balance Catamarans Cape Town
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Yanmar
- Engine Model: 3JH40
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Power HP: 40.00
- Hours: 700.00
Engine 2
- Engine Make: Yanmar
- Engine Model: 3JH40
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Power HP: 40.00
- Hours: 700.00
Full Details
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
Contact Us
For more information about this yacht please contact Andrew Hodgdon.
We look forward to working with you!
The Multihull Company
404 Riberia Street
St Augustine
Email: amhodgdon@multihullcompany.com
Website: https://www.multihullcompany.com/
Located in the 23-acre, full-service center of the St. Augustine Marina Center, the Saint Augustine office of The Multihull Company is positioned to be your one stop shop for sailing in Northeast Florida. St. Augustine, which lays claim to the title of oldest city in the United States, is known for its Spanish colonial architecture. Conveniently in the heart of the city, we are mere minutes from several wonderful attractions, notably, the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum and the vibrant thoroughfare of Saint George Street, a popular shopping and dining district with many historical sites scattered throughout.
From sourcing vessels to inspections and dock space, TMC agent Captain Andrew Hodgdon is ready to help you get started on your next venture!
Captain Hodgdon began sailing aboard his father’s Hobie Cat and maintained this passion through the years, leveraging his knowledge and experience to become a USCG licensed captain. Andrew spent over a decade working as a full-time captain, working his way up in the industry with positions ranging from sailing instructor to a delivery skipper to the private yacht captain of a Gunboat 57. During his career, Hodgdon sailed from his hometown waters of Cape Fear, NC to the Caribbean Sea, Mediterranean, Central and South America, the South Pacific Islands and beyond. Extensive offshore experience has given him first hand working knowledge of a wide variety of multihulls – from old Lagoons to brand new Balance Catamarans and almost everything in between!
Now, working as a yacht broker for The Multihull Company, Hodgdon has slowed down a bit and is focusing on sharing his knowledge and skillset to help pair sailors of all types and skill levels with the perfect boat for their needs. Whether you are looking for a safe and capable coastal cruiser or a carbon fiber racing beast; Andrew can share his first-hand knowledge to help guide you to the perfect decision.
To reach our St. Augustine office please call (910) 342-2140 or stop by the main building of the St. Augustine Marina Center at 404 Riberia Street, St Augustine.
Andrew Hodgdon
Yacht Broker
404 Riberia Street
St Augustine
Office: 1-904-342-2140
Cell: 1-910-477-2508
Email: amhodgdon@multihullcompany.com
Andrew grew up sailing his fathers Hobie Cat and transitioned that into a long career as a USCG licensed captain in the yachting industry. Working his way up from his college years as a sailing instructor to a position as a private yacht captain aboard a Gunboat 57, he brings with him a comprehensive knowledge of catamarans and the cruising life. His career has taken him from his home waters of Cape Fear, through the waters of the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Central, South American, and the South Pacific Islands. During that time he worked as a charter yacht captain and a professional delivery skipper specializing in catamarans. Andrew has operated a wide variety of multihulls, everything from from old Lagoons to brand new Outremers and most things in between. This experience has given him an extensive first-hand knowledge of many different makes and models and a solid understanding of their various strengths and weaknesses.
He has now settled down with his family in St Augustine, Florida and seeks to share his passion for catamaran sailing and the cruising life with others. As a broker with The Multihull Company, Andrew hopes to help pair sailors of all types and skill levels with the perfect boat for their needs. Whether you are looking for a safe and capable coastal cruiser or a carbon fiber racing machine, Andrew can share his first-hand knowledge to help guide you to the right decision.