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Trimarans are very popular in the marine world. Some might even consider them the kings and queens of the multihull category. For those of you who are new to all things sailing, trimarans are basically boats with three hulls, the main one as well as two smaller outrigger floats. The outer floats are connected to the main hull through lateral beams. These vessels are also known as double outriggers.

Catamarans are very beautifully designed sailboats that are placed under the multihull category. The last few years have seen an increase in the number of catamarans, as usually multihulls provide more interior space and further entertainment areas.

If you are in the market to buy a boat, there are a lot of technicalities to consider. What is the price range to look at? What features to get? What production year to look for? And last but not least, is it worth buying a new boat or is a second hand boat a better choice? Here are some of the advantages of both new boats and second hand boats to help you make a decision.