GRABNER HAPPY CAT - Catalogue 2012

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Don‘t dream your life live your dream!

Sailing is passion, emotion and expression of pure joy of life. What water sports enthu­ siast has not already dreamt of sitting on a flashy boat and gliding over the water?

Jumping over the waves, feeling the wind in one’s face and hearing the spray swoosh.

Driven by wind – the endless element – car­ ried by a safe sailing catamaran...

Sailing is a dram that one should definitely fulfil. With a HAPPY CAT, this is easier in every way than one might dream. While rigid sailing boats are heavy, inflexible and expen­ sive, the HAPPY CAT is light, flexible and affordable. Thanks to its small packaging dimensions, it can be easily stored at home and is ready for sailing at all times, regard­ less of where you are. Whether in the immedi­ ate vicinity on the small dam lake, on inland lakes or on the sea coast. The easy to sail HAPPY CAT is a great vehicle everywhere and a great source of joy for everyone: • Fun sportsmen, who go to their limits and get everything out of the HAPPY CAT. • Families, who go on safe sailing adventures with children and want to enjoy wonderful vacations.

• Seniors, who can do just what they have always dreamt of in retirement. Drive to the water, unload, pump up, rig and off they go! Handing packaging bags are quickly transformed into an ultimate sailing fun.

The new HAPPY CATs offer sailing properties that fascinate beginners and advance sailors.

Safety is a major focus. And if there is a sud­ den calm, there is no longer any need to wait for wind at the shore, you can use the spa­ cious platform as a swimming and sun island, which can also be driven with a motor.

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High-tech rubber floats The floats are made of 3-layer EPDM / natu­ ral rubber boat skin that has been tried and tested 100,000 times. This guarantees opti­ mum airtightness, top fire resistance and a long life cycle.

The holiday dream from the suitcase To travel and be mobile is the desire of our generation. The same goes for sailing. To get to know new areas and discover new sailing areas. This is possible any time using a car, caravan or by public transport. And the HAP­ PY CAT is always with you. No other boat has so many benefits: • thanks to the small packaging volume, stor­ age at home is really simple, because there is easily enough space for a HAPPY CAT in the cellar or attic.

Transport in a small car

Transport on a car roof 3-layer boat skin

• the low weight makes the carrying on land by 2 persons very easy. The transport is car­ ried out in 2 or 3 handy bags.

• the dismantled catamaran can also be transported in a 60 cm transport box on the car rack. (observe car regulations) • with a bit of exercise, the installation can be completed in about 25 minutes and the dismantling in about 10 minutes. (observe installation instructions)

Transport in/on caravan/vehicle

Quick installation

Highest operating pressure = best driving properties Thanks to the high ope­­rating pressure (0.3 bar), the floats are given maximum stability. This signifi­ cantly improves the solidity of the longi­­­­­tudinal direction wand torsion and makes it easier to stray the course.

5-year boat skin and 2-year total warranty In addition to the 5-year boat skin warranty, there is also a 2-year total warranty on the entire boat (the requirement is that the war­ ranty provisions are observed see manual).

Top quality and safety High-tech frame and rig All frame and rig special profiles consist of highly solid DUR aluminium alloy and are anodised in a sea water-resistant way. The fin holder, control head, tiller and bearings are made from high-quality Nirosta stainless steel and are etched against aggressive salty water flash rust.

HAPPY CAT race Black Sea

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Durable and sustainable A HAPPY CAT cannot be beaten when it comes to sustainability. If looked after correctly, the boat will last for years. At the end of its lifecy­ cle, all components can be recycled and the environmentally friendly rubber material used to generate long-distance heat.

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HAPPY CAT ULTRALIGHT It is not difficult to build a light boat. But a light boat that must withhold the extreme forces of the wind, waves and its load is more than a challenge.

After years of tinkering and research, GRAB­ NER has managed to develop a sensation­ ally light portable catamaran that can be dis­ mantled into small parts. The secret of the ULTRALIGHT lies in the highly solid profile trampoline frame that can be dismantled into small parts and into which the trampoline sail can be retracted in a split second and tensed solid. As well as in a comprehensive tension­ ing running from the stern to the bowsprit that absorbs the forces of the sail. The fact that all details are also executed professionally and in top quality is expected from GRABNER anyway. This means that a very small portable catamaran has been created that can be tak­ en apart and is unbeatable - also as regards its price – in the global market.

The HAPPY CAT ULTRALIGHT is designed for anyone who wishes to sail alone, together or in a group of three. In addition, also where the packaging volume and transport weight play an important role. Not least where the fun factor is facing extreme use. Everybody wanting to sail on a hull also get their money’s worth with the HAPPY CAT ULTRALIGHT.

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HAPPY CAT ULTRALIGHT

Floats + frames • The hull floats made from strong natural rubber boat skin allow operating pressure of 0.3 bar and are fitted with safety valves.

Via 8 belt tongues they are connected to the trampoline frame in a slip-proof man­ ner.

• The entire forces of the rig, fin and steering are absorbed by the trampoline frame only.

It consists of stable anodised dural special profiles that can be dismantled into small parts.

• From the retral frame to the bowsprit, 2 Nirosta tension ropes stabilise the overall construction..

• The trampoline is tensioned on 4 sides.

With 6 plug snap buckles it can be ten­ sioned in a matter of seconds. Cumbersome rope threading and re-tensioning is not necessary. The fine-mesh net prevents water logging on the trampoline.

• On the trampoline, that is nearly 2.2 m2 in size, 3 adults can sail comfortably or lie in the sun.

• 1 double toe strap is fastened to the tram­ poline. Through 2 foot straps for two feet each, it is easy to lean out.

• For fastening of 2 paddles, 2 x 2 elastic toggle fasteners can be found on the tram­ poline.

• Tidiness is ensured on the trampoline by a net bag, where all fall lines can be stowed away.

• The pivoting central fin can be fastened in every position. When driving onto an obsta­ cle or when landing, the fin automatically releases and is thereby not damaged.

Because the fin rope tensioning, nothing can get caught and brake.

• The stern steering has a retractable steer­ ing blade with fastening clamps for every diving angle and an automatic release mechanism.

Rigging • The 3-section mast made from strongly anodized Dural mast profile is tensioned via 2 x 2 = 4 shrouds to the rear and for­ wards via the forestay.

• The mainsail incorporates a bolt rope, facilitating easy hoisting and lowering of the sail, without the need to unstep the mast.

• The foot of the modern Racing sail is appointed aslope downwards. Its varying height settings allow for ample headroom and adjustment to suit.

• The mainsail consists of high quality Dacron and is stiffened with 6 GFK bat­ tens • The furling foresail enables adjustment to prevailing and changing wind conditions.

By means of furling gear roller, sheets and furling line, the foresail can instantly be reduced and rolled out. The foresail is fit­ ted with a large integrated clear view screen for forward vision.

• The luff tensioner fastens to a cleat on the mast.

• Main- and jib halyards are made of nonstretch braided Aramid, for clamp belay at the lower mast section.

• The main-sheet runs and fastens via pulley with curry cleat, attached to the rudder assembly. A sheave assures the function of a traveller.

• All links are by carabiner or shackle to eliminate cumbersome, retrospect knot making or re-tensioning.

• A standard supplied masthead fly is a good indicator for wind direction • Additional bond on sail tell-tales, 2 on the main- and 2 on the foresail provide exact indication of the wind flow along the sails.

If you wish to sail the catamaran with more than 3 people, with a very heavy load and at winds of more than 4 Beaufort, you should best opt for the HAPPY CAT VISION.

NOTICE: Foresail and mainsail from HAPPY CAT ULTRALIGHT are available in two designs: • white - the traditional sails colour • colour design - for sporty youthful appearance (see page 10) • The jib sheets are fair lead fed to facilitate single hand sailing with ease.

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HAPPY CAT VISION

HAPPY CAT VISION The

sensational

flagship

HAPPY

CAT

VISION is fitted with everything that discerning sailing enthusiasts expect from a sporty, portable 4-person catamaran.

The HAPPY CAT VISION is fitted with 3D hull floats. At the same wind, the catamaran thereby becomes even faster, the bow wash and the spray are reduced significantly. Even light wind is enough and off the ride goes.

The boat starts to glide at corresponding wind strengths.

Floats + frames • The hull floats made from strong natural rubber boat skin allow operating pressure of 0.3 bar and are fitted with safety valves.

Via 8 belt tongues they are connected to the trampoline frame in a slip-proof man­ ner.

• The entire forces of the rig, fin and steering are absorbed by the trampoline frame only.

It consists of stable anodised dural special profiles that can be dismantled into small parts • From the retral frame to the bowsprit, 2 Nirosta tension ropes stabilise the overall construction.

• The trampoline is tensioned on 4 sides.

With 6 plug snap buckles it can be ten­ sioned in a matter of seconds. Cumbersome rope re-tensioning is not necessary. The fine-mesh net prevents water logging on the trampoline.

• On the trampoline that is nearly 3 m2 in size, an sail comfortably or lie in the sun.

• 1 double toe strap is fastened to the tram­ poline. Through 2 foot straps for two feet each, it is easy to lean out.

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• For fastening of 2 paddles, 2 x 2 elastic toggle fasteners can be found on the tram­ poline.

• Tidiness is ensured on the trampoline by a net bag, where all fall lines can be stowed away.

• The pivoting central fin can be fastened in every position. When driving onto an obsta­ cle or when landing, the fin automatically disengages and is thereby not damaged.

Because the fin rope tensioning, nothing can get caught and brake.

• The solid stern steering system with an optimised pivot point has a retractable steering blade with fastening clamps for every diving angle and an automatic release mechanism.

• The take off tiller extension can be swung in all directions, and can be swung from all seated positions.

Rigging • The 4-section mast made from strongly anodized Dural mast profile is tensioned via 2 x 2 = 4 to the rear and forwards via the forestay.

• Interaction of components of the long bowsprit and standard supplied forward crossbar to absorb the sail power.

• The mainsail incorporates a bolt rope, facilitating easy hoisting and lowering of the sail, without the need to unstep the mast.

• The foot of the modern Racing sail is appointed aslope downwards. Its varying height settings allow for ample headroom and adjustment to suit.

• Made for best aerodynamic performance the main is cut from hi-tech transparent foil laminate material, and stiffened by 7 GRP sail battens.

• The furling foresail enables adjustment to prevailing and changing wind conditions.

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By means of furling gear roller, sheets and furling line, the foresail can instantly be reduced and rolled out and set to different sizes. The foresail is made of hard wearing Dacron material, with a large integrated clear view screen for forward vision • The jib sheets are fair lead fed to facilitate single hand sailing with ease.

• The luff tensioner fastens to a cleat on the mast.

• Main- and jib halyards are made of nonstretch braided Aramid, for clamp belay at the lower mast section.

• The main-sheet runs and fastens via pulley with curry cleat, attached to the rudder assembly. A sheave assures the function of traveller.

• All links are by carabiner or shackle to eliminate cumbersome, retrospect knot making or re-tensioning.

• A standard supplied masthead fly is a good indicator for wind direction.

• Additional bond on sail tell-tales, 2 on the main- and 2 on the foresail provide exact indication of the wind flow along the sails.

The HAPPY CAT VISION is ISO 6185 certi­ fied and licensed for sport boat category C. This allows sailing on large lakes and coastal waters.

The sensational HAPPY CAT VISION lacks absolutely nothing and even fulfils the wishes of discerning and spoilt sailors.

Read on page 16 what extreme endurance test this catamaran has already passed.

Safety Chambers (4 air chambers) and Mul­ ­ti-reinforcement (6 layers) on request.

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TECHNICAL DETAILS

Serial equipment Equiment Floats with safety valve Fittings on 2 floats Trampoline frame, 4 parts

Ultralight

Vision

bow running upwards into a peak

floats with 3D bow

8 sleeve-insert for trampoline frame, 2 dual-sleeve-insert for crossbar, 2 D-rings for foredeck cover made from oval mast profile

made from rectangular special profile

Trampoline net 2 parts

with 6 snap buckles, toe strap, paddle retenti­ on clip, bag for lines

Bowsprit

with 2 ring eyes for fur­ in addition with guide ling foresail + forestay, for gennaker line 1 triangular bracket for tensioning stays, 2 blocks for centreboard up- and downhaul, 1 cleat for furling-line

Crossbar Centre fin

Rudder

Mast

Length/width trampoline

170 x 130 cm

190 x 150 cm

Mast height

500 cm

610 cm

Length of boom

173 cm

173 cm

Float ø

45 cm

45 cm

Weight as motor boot

26 kg

41 kg

Weight as sailing boat

49 kg

68 kg

Packing size: bag 1+2 180 x 25 x 25 cm

180 x 25 x 25 cm

bag 3 - Max. weight / bag

70 x 40 x 25 cm

25 kg

26 kg

Longest component

177 cm

180 cm

Persons

3 adults

4 adults

Working load

300 kg

500 kg

Air chambers

2

2

Assembly time (mins)

15 - 20

25 - 40

Operating pressure

0.3 bar

0.3 bar longitudinal shaft

3 / 6 m

3.5 / 8 m2

extra stabler Niro flange with detacha­ ble tiller and 21 mm rudder blade

Gennaker (optional) -

3 parts

4 parts

4, with plastic coating

Mailsail with luff tensioner

6 m Dacron, 6 sail battens

8 m foil grille laminate, 7 sail battens

2

2

Forestay

with balancing rubber

Halyard

furling and main, Aramid code rope

Accessories

465 x 220 cm

longitudinal shaft

3,5 m2 Dacron with clear view screen

Tell-tales

425 x 200 cm

Shaft length

3 m2 Dacron with clear view screen

Masthead fly

Length/width outside

extra stable Niro fin holder mit 21 mm board

Niro fin holder mit 15 mm board

Foresaile (furling)

Main sheet

HAPPY CAT VISION

4.4 kW-6 hp/30kg

1

Niro shrouds

HC ULTRALIGHT

Engine power / weight 2.2 kW - 3 hp/17 kg

-

Niro rudder flange with 15 mm rudder blade

Technical data

Type-COMPLIANT ACCESSORIES

with tackle and mainsheet guide 1 2 pairs repair set, assembly instruction, DVD

Fore- / mailsail

2

Total sail surface

9m

Wind force max.

ISO-Norm/category

2

11,5 m2 11 m2

4 Beaufort

5 Beaufort

6185 cat. VI/C

6185 cat. VI/C

Price, sails white  Price, sails with design -

PERFORMANCE DATA Wind force Bft 1 2 3 4 5

km/h 1-5 6 - 11 12 - 19 20 - 28 29 - 38

HC ULTRALIGHT

Knots - to 3 5 10 14 -

km/h - to 5.6 9.3 18.5 25.9 -

HAPPY CAT VISION

Knots - to 3 5 10 13 15

km/h - to 5.6 9.3 18.5 24.0 27.8

The information is based on experience that was recorded over a longer period of time. The maximum speeds were measured at the wind forces noted, but without corresponding sea forces. When using the gennaker, the sailing speeds increases by about 30% at wind speed and beam reach.

Figure + description pages 12 – 14

Accessory sets: accessory set ULT accessory set VIS

Accessory for ULT + VIS: 1 pack bag Universal sails 2 pack bag, size 1 n/a carrying bag for sail 3 air pump with pressure gauge 4 12 V air pump n/a lead battery n/a NiMH battery 5 single blade paddle, 130 cm 7 bow-cover net 8 bow-cover pouch 9 seat cushions, set of 2 ¡ masthead-float ! windmaster w folding boat-ladder e folding anchor, 4 kg e folding anchor, 6 kg r anchor bag t anchor chain / line set z boat trolley wide Accessories ULT: n/a foredeck with crossbar % enginge holder n/a sun-awing n/a tarpaulin Special accessories VIS: 6 foredeck with crossbar " Gennaker § Trapeze hiking-out gear $ Trapeze vest n/a tiller extention, long & engine holder / battery holder q sun-awing u tarpaulin Motors: ( Minn Kota electric motor ) Torqeedo electric motor 9

HAPPY CAT ULTRALIGHT Technical details

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quantity

1 Catamaran float

2

2 Safety air-valve

2

49 kg

z

3 Sleeve-inserts for trampoline frame

4 D-Ring brackets for deck-cover

8 2

e

5 Sleeve-insert for deck-cover / crossbare

6 Trampoline frame, 4-parts

2

quick tension - profile frame 6

1

7 Trampoline mesh, 2-parts with 6 snap-buckels

1

8 Toe-strap

1

9 Paddle-retainer

4

¡ Net-pouch for lines

1

! Bowsprit

1

" Bowsprit tensioning stay

2

§ Centreboard

1

t Sails with design Symbolphoto

( &

$ Block for centreboard up- and

downhaul

/

2

“

% Rudder assembly and tiller extension

1

& Mast 3 parts

1

/ Shrouds with protection sleeve

10

comprehensive tension rope "

“

4

( Forestay

1

) Masthead-fly

1

“ Tell-tales

4

q Foresail with view screen

1

w Jib furler

1

e Jib halyard

1

r Jib sheet

1

t Main-sheet with 6 sail-battens

1

z Main hallyard with carabiner

1

u Main-sheet with jam-cleat block

1

i Main-sheet guide with block

1

o Manufacturers spec. label

2

not ill. Repair set with valve key

1

u neoprene shroud protection

q %

o

automatic centreboard §

i 2 3

r w 1

$§ !

"

5 4

¡

9

8

7

6

retractable steering blade %

i

HAPPY CAT VISION Technical details

quantity

1 Catamaran float

2

2 Safety air-valve

2

Q Manufacturers spec. label

2

not ill. Repair set with valve key

1

68 kg

Bowsprit:

3 Sleeve-inserts for trampoline frame

4 D-Ring brackets for deck-cover

8

A Tension rope

2

B Jib furler

t

C Forestay

5 Sleeve-insert for deck-cover / crossbare

2

6 Trampoline frame, 4-parts

1

7 Holes for battery bracket

2

3D bow

D Carrying out for Gennaker guide line

8 TTrampoline mesh, 2-parts with 6 snap-buckels

1

9 Toe-strap

1

¡ Paddle-retainer

4

! Net-pouch for lines

1

" Bowsprit

1

§ Bowsprit tensioning stay

2

$ Crossbare

1

% Centreboard

1

u mast profile trampoline frame

(

& Block for centreboard up- and

downhaul

2

w

“

frame profile

/ Rudder assembly with take-off tiller extension

1

( Mast 4 parts ) Shrouds with protection sleeve

w

1

)

4

“ Forestay

1

q Masthead-fly

1

w Tell-tales

4

e Foresail with view screen

1

r Jib furler

1

t Jib halyard

1

z Jib sheet

1

e o !

¶

7

/

z

neoprene shroud protection

Steering

Q 23

5

C

u Main-sheet with 7 sail-battens and luff tensioner

1

i Main hallyard with carabiner

1

o Main-sheet with jam-cleat block

1

¶ Main-sheet guide with block

1

&

r "

§

$

%

4

¡

9

D

A

6

B

8 bowsprit

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ACCESSORIES

3 Air pump with pressure gauge: For quick

1

(not included in the basic price)

inflation and deflation. With control pres­ sure gauge, hose and adapter, 6 l, 22 x 11 x 52 cm, 1 kg

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ULT = ULTRALIGHT, VIS = VISION

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Because the demands of individual sailors are different, the equipment of the HAPPY CATs can be freely chosen. Depending on use, athleticism or motorisation, there are tailor-made options that are exactly what you are looking for.

adjustable air pressure, installed pressure gauge, carrying bag, hose, adapter, charg­ ing cable, terminal clamps, without bat­ tery

2 5 1 pack bag 2 pack sack

PACKAGING, ASSEMBLING

4 12 V air pump: For easy pumping up,

3 air pump, 4 12 V pump, 5 paddle

n/a NiMH battery, 1.500 charging cycles, without memory effect; 1.3 kg

Accessory set The accessory set includes the most impor­ tant items that are required for packaging, installation and operation. The set is far cheaper compared to individual parts.

Fig.

1 2

Item

5 Single-blade paddle 130 cm, 1 part, there is sufficient room for installation on the trampoline without being an obstacle.

(2 x 2 toggle fasteners are planned on the boat for fastening in serial production)

Quantity ULT VIS

Pack bag 180 x 30 x 30 cm

2

Pack-sack 80 x 40 x 28 cm

-

SAILING

2 1

n/a

Carrying bag for sail

1

1

3

Air pump

1

1

5

Single-blade paddle

2

2

n/a

Boat care agent, 1 L

1

1

n/a

Boat line, 5 m

1

1

Foredeck: Prevents spray on the boat, is lug­ gage storage and sun trampoline. 37 loops allow fastening luggage, fore-deck cover net or bag etc. crossbars insertion loop suitable for storing 2 single-blade paddles.

7 foredeck net pouch

6 foredeck with crossbar

n/a Foredeck ULT: including crossbar, 135/145 x 100 cm, 3.3 kg 6 Foredeck VIS: (crossbar included in VISION in serial production), 150/165 x 100 cm, 2.3 kg

Individual accessories Pack bags made from solid, highly durable fabric with floor strengthening, grey/black

7 Foredeck net: Is inserted in the loops on 8 on-deck-bag

9 seat cushion / rescue cushion

1 Pack bag Universal sails: 180 x 30 30

2 Pack sack size 1: 80 x 40 x 28 cm, with roll-up seals and clip buckle, for float and accessories n/a Carrying bag for sail: for main- + fore­ sail, polyester-cloth with cord thight, and carry belt, red. 195 x 45 cm.

the fore-stay cover with a rubber cable.

Accessories that may get wet or the gen­ naker can be stored under it. 60 x 50 cm

8 On-deck bag: Sealed watertight, for 56 litres of content, is fastened with 4 belts on the fore-stay deck. Either 2 bags can be fastened longitudinally or 1 bag across.

Fig. not to scale

cm, for frame and rigging. 2 compression belts, 7 lashing straps with clamping buckles, 4 carrying handles, name plate compartment

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n/a Lead battery, up to 500 charging cycles, with memory effect, 2.3 kg

¡ masthead-float

9 Seat cushions: Provide top sitting con­

! wind gauge

" trapeze tackle

§ trapeze

venience. The sitting hardness can be adjusted steplessly. Can also be used as a lying pillow. At the same time important

safety/rescue float if someone falls off the boat or when capsizing. Made from red boat skin, with safety valve and 3 fasten­ ing belts. 2 units, 2.6 kg. 100 x 25 x 10 cm

happy cat with motor drive % Motor bracket for ULT: Is fastened to the frame with 1 bolt instead of the steering, for electric engines up to 1,000 watts or petrol engines up to 3 PS and 17 kg of engine weight. Nirosta ply wood construc­ tion, 1.3 kg

¡ Masthead-float: Releases automatically in the (highly unlikely) event of capsizing and keeps the mast floating flat on the water. This facilitates the re-erection of the boat.

& Motor bracket for VIS: Is fastened with 2 butterfly screws instead of the controls.

For engines of up to 6 PS and 30 kg engine weight: Gliders can also be used between float and rudder with installed steering. (2 holes must be drilled subse­ quently.) Niro ply wood construction 2.5 kg

! Wind gauge: Measures through cup star, regardless of wind direction. LCD display shows current, maximum and average wind speeds as well as Beaufort values. 4 adjustable measurement units (KM/H, KTS, M/S,MPH). Incl. protective pouch.

/ Boat battery-holder (only for VIS): Is

" Trapeze hiking-out-gear (only for VIS):

For use of the trapeze harness, consisting of 2 trapeze tackles each with a pulley that can be adjusted by 80 cm, 2 blocks, 1 holding handle, 1 trapeze ring, 1 rubber tension rope and 2 carabiners. Metal parts made from Nirosta.

screwed to the rear of the trampoline.

Also suitable to store food, etc. 42 x 19.5 x 2 cm; 0.5 kg; battery box required Electric or petrol engines are possible as the drive: e.b.

"+ § sailing with trapeze VIS

$ Gennaker VIS

§ Trapeze harness (only for VIS): For lying

VIS = 5 PS

HAPPY CAT as a swimming boat

$ Gennaker (only for VIS): Asymmetrical,

n/a Tiller extention, long (only for VIS): Facilitates the operation of the rudder when sailing with trapeze 120 cm

Torqeedo 503, 1003; (see Fig. “)

) Petrol engines, longshaft. ULT = 3 PS,

out, is fitted with 2 adjustable shoulder, waste and leg belts and adjustable Nirosta trapeze hooks. The soft cushioning makes it convenient to carry. Red and back. Size 1 = S/M, size 2 = L/XL. triangular gennaker light sail, increases the sailing speed by about 30% at wind speed and beam reach. The set consists of a sail, downstream, shroud, mast sleeves, blocks and blocks. A sleeve must be riveted to the mast and 4 blocks shackled to the frame (included in the set). For storing the recovered gennaker on the boat, the fore-deck cover with the fore-deck cover net is recommended. 11 m2, 2 kg

( Minn Kota 30, 40;

% motor bracket ULT

& motor bracket VIS

As a swimming platform, the HAPPY CATs offer sufficient space for comfortable sitting, lying and sleeping. Thanks to the large width, the bathing Cat can virtually not capsize. With the folding boarding ladder, it is easy to get back on the platform again after swimming.

If you prefer to do without the sunburn, you are best looked after under the shady sun awning.

Sun-awning: Dismountable bars, polyester roof material, 7 tension pelts, pack sack and instructions for use. (Not suitable as a rain roof).

“ Sun-awning ULT: 165 x 140 cm, 2.1 kg q Sun-awning VIS: 185 x 160 cm, 2.2 kg / battery holder VIS (without box)

( electic boat motor Minn Kota

w Folding boat-ladder: For climbing up 13

after swimming or diving. Stable, folda­ ble Dural construction, 2 rungs, binding rope, 0.9 kg

e Folding anchor: 4-wing folding anchor • 3.2 kg, for HAPPY CAT ULT • 4 kg, for HAPPY CAT ULT, VIS • 6 kg, for HAPPY CAT VIS

r Anchor bag - for anchors up to 6 kg and anchor forerun chain. Made from dupli­ cated boat skin, with carrying handles, lid valve, quick-release buckle and dis­ charge eye, 0.5 kg

) 5 PS Petrol engine (no driver licence re.)

“ Sun-awing ULT and Torqeedo E-Motor

q Sun-awing VIS

z boat trolley wide

u tarpaulin

r

t Anchor chain / line set - 1 anchor line 20 m, 1 anchor chain 3 m, 2 shackels

e

TRANSPORT, SLIP, PROTECT

t

z Boat trolley wide: For easy transport and side slipping, axis width of 140 cm to 210 cm, adjustable. Small, foldable alu­ minium rack, sea water-resistant ano­ dised, air wheels, anti-slip boat surface, pack dimensions: 70 x 52 x 25 cm, 5.6 kg, maximum bearing force 100 kg

w boat ladder, anchor, bag, chain

Tarpaulin: Protects during transport on the trailer or on the shore against sun impact, soiling or theft. Made from waterproof awning material. Grey. n/a for ULT: 3.6 kg

• Dry-bags : With a volume from 2 to 45 litres • Waterproof platic barrels with screwed lids, 6 l, 15 l, 26 l, 42 l • Aquapac Drybag: Money/document bag, mobile phone bag, camera bag

u for VIS: 4.1 kg

o Rescue items: • Throw bags: 10 m, 18 m, 25 m line • Rescue cushion • Life-Ring

PersONAL EQUIPMENT In addition to the tailor-made accessories for the HAPPY CATs, personal equipment is also required for sailing. The right clothing, swimming vests for the safety and water-tight luggage bags for everything that one wishes to take on board.

i waterproof packaging

¶ Bouyancy aid and life jackets:

At www.grabner-sports.at, you can find all products including prices and descriptions.

For sailing with the HAPPY CATs, we recom­ mend:

i Waterproof packaging: 14

o rescue items

¶ life jackets

Q watersport clothing

Viva, Creek, Profi, Bora, Pionier, Safety Auto­­matic

Q Clothing: • White-water jackets: Sizes Maxi - XXL • Neoprene Long John: Sizes XS - XXL • Aqua Boots: Sizes 34 - 46 • Neoprene boots: Sizes 34 - 47 • Paddler-gloves: Sizes S - XL • GRABNER cap: Sizes adjustable

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More than 50 years of experience The history of the HAPPY CAT goes back to the 1950s of the past century. GRABNER’s predecessor SEMPERIT already manufac­ tured and sold globally portable catamarans back then. At GRABNER, the boat was re­­ christened as HAPPY CAT and has been per­ manently further developed since. An in­­ creasing amount of supplements resulted in an increase of the weight and price. In 2005 the HAPPY CAT became about 40% lighter, dismountable to an even smaller size and was given several innovations. Since 2008 it was been fitted with sensational 3D floats (VISI­­ ON). In 2009 the RACING model was given laminate racing sails, in 2011 another inno­ vative quantum leap followed with the VISION and in 2012 the super light ULTRALIGHT celebrates its world premier.

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Inform, see, test and buy A catamaran is an investment for many years or even for generations. Interested buyers therefore want to know everything about the product, have a look at it and test it before buying. To this end, GRABNER offers: • Photos, films, references, experience reports, information, FAQs and test dates at www.happy-cat.at

Everything from one source GRABNER is the only dinghy manufacturer in German-speaking countries. All components are made at its own factory: • own hot vulcanisation production • own aluminium component production • own wood production + paint shop • own sail making + silk screen printing • own sewing production

In addition to the HAPPY CATs, GRABNER also makes more than 20 more innovative quality inflatable boats: Kayaks, canoes, rafts, all-round and motor boats. Request free GRABNER catalogue:

A “real” manufacturer is a guarantee for all matters, warranty and long-term spare parts supply. Everything from one source means: • Certainty that everything fits, • Cost-effective thanks to raw material wholesale procurement and not interim trading margins, • Production and control i.ac. to ISO 9001, • Global spare parts supply even after many years

Product: SEMPERIT KAT 416 Age: app. 1970 = more than 40 years Condition: very good, fully operational!

GRABNER GMBH Manufacturer Inflatable boats & Life jackets

A 3350 HAAG, Tel. +43 (0)7434 42251 E-Mail: grabner@grabner-sports.at

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• HAPPY CAT film DVD on ULTRALIGHT, VISION, Black Sea race, Mediterranean crossing, production, history and installa­ tion instructions.

• More than 20 days of test options at the International Boats Test Wallsee and in 6 major cities in Germany.

• All-year exhibition, competent specialist advice and sales at the GRABNER Boat World Haag.

• In the Online-Shop www.grabner-sports.at / online shop the HAPPY CAT and any accessories can be ordered any time and delivered globally by mail order.

• Sales also at selected dealers in Germany, Switzerland and at representations abroad.

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SENSATION From Genua to Tunis – 700 km on the open sea The Austrian Philipp Benda set his mind on crossing the Mediterranean with a dismoun­ table portable catamaran. A mad idea, becau­ se after all this is a distance of 1,000 km and means sailing day and night. Together with his friend Christian Redl, as well as luggage, food and 120 kg of drinking water, the two set off in Albissola near Genua.

Christian REDL

With a stiff breeze, the journey went in the direction of the Tyrrhenian Islands for 3 days, In the area of Corsica-Sardinia, there were days of total calm. Due to time pressure, the route of the islands therefore had to be com­ pleted by airplane. Here, the ability to dis­ mount the HAPPY CAT proved to be a huge advantage. From Cagliari, the two sailed at winds of 4-5, gales of up to 7 Beaufort and up to 6 metre high waves to the target in Hammamet, Tunisia.

equiment, food and 120 L drinking water

The human demands were huge. 8 days and nights on 4 m2, permanent wet weather, no toilet, aggressive sun, hardly any sleep and many dangerous situations drained on the stamina. The meeting with sperm whales, dolphins and manta rays was, however, a ple­ asant change. The achievement is remarkab­ le. After all, the two sailed 700 km entirely on the open sea.

As a rule, a HAPPY CAT is not made for such an extreme undertaking. Thanks to the ability to dismantle the dinghy, the parts are not as solid and stiff as with heavy catamarans. The fact that the HAPPY CAT VISION lasted this extreme journey without any problems is the best proof of its high quality. If a boat with­ stands such extreme demands, it will certain­ ly be sufficient for hobby sportsmen.

700 km open sea

Detailed reports, images and films:

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Philipp BENDA

arrival in Hammamet Pictures Benda: © Tschernischek/Wieland