Brand: PDQ 32



The PDQ 32 sailing catamaran is one of the best regarded sailboats in this size and class. Was made with twin inboard diesels or 4 stroke outboards. The LRC inboard version is preferred for offshore cruising. With outboards you gain two huge storage lockers under the two main berths, at least a knot faster sailing speed due to less drag with the outboards kicked up, and also a boat that is very easy and inexpensive to repair or re-power when needed.

Specifications
Make:PDQ
Model:32 Altair
Length:32
Builder:PDQ (Whitby, Ontario)
Designer:Alan Slater
Construction:Built of acrylic-modified epoxy resin and vacuum-bagged
Build Start:1994
Build End:2003
Loa:32'
Lwl:31'
Beam:16'
Draft:3' 6"
Displacement:7,200 lbs.
Mast Height:49' 6"

PDQ 32 Review with Aurora and Dennis of S/V Serenity

We spoke with Aurora and Dennis who have a 1998 PDQ 32 named Serenity that they bought in 2017. They tell us about why they chose the PDQ 32, the strengths and weaknesses of the model, and why it has been the perfect catamaran for them. They compare the PDQ 32 to Geminis, Maine Cat 30, Seawind 1160. Please watch the interview below and read on for a transcript with additional photos to illustrate the features spoken about. Key Takeaways of the PDQ 32 Inexpensive, simple learning catamaran that allows for weekend sailing with kids and longer travels as a couple Light and small enough that you can manhandle at docks which lowers stress and likelihood of scratches. Powered by twin 9.9 HP outboards which are inexpensive to maintain, easy to repower, and can be tilted up to gain 1 knot of speed. Wonderful simple sailing. Loves going downwind and […]