Bali Catamarans: Review & Models
Bali Catamarans completely disrupted the charter market by abandoning the traditional trampoline net in favor of a solid forward deck. They maximize party space at the expense of sailing dynamics.
The Solid Foredeck and Garage Door
Bali's signature is a massive tilting rear door that opens the saloon entirely to the aft cockpit, and a solid front deck. This adds immense living space.
The Trade-off
A solid foredeck adds tremendous weight forward. In heavy seas, a Bali tends to "slam" into waves rather than riding over them. They also have minimal ventilation compared to traditional layouts when closed.