The 2025 Annapolis Sailboat Show is Here
One More Sleep until the Biggest Boat Show of the Year
Tomorrow is Day 1 of the annual Annapolis Sailboat Show, and the unofficial start of the buying/selling season! Scott, Kyle, and the rest of the Just Catamarans and Windelo team will be available throughout the show!
It feels like we just wrapped up the 2024 Annapolis Sailboat Show, yet here we are again, October 2025, putting the final touches on what we hope will be the best show yet! As I write this, part of the Windelo team is already in Annapolis positioning the Windelo 50 Adventure for display, while myself, Kyle, the rest of the Just Catamarans crew is en route — flying, driving, and gearing up for another exciting week in historic Annapolis, where sailing roots run deep.
The show kicks off October 9–12, and if you haven’t made a plan of attack yet, now’s the time. The docks can get busy fast, and having a short list of must-see boats, accessories, and service partners will help you make the most of your time. If you’re in the market, it’s also a prime opportunity to lock in some of the best boat show deals of the year…deals that won’t be available once the tents come down and the docks move out.
What We’ll Do on the Docks
I’ll be at the show with Kyle Redding, one of the newest brokers to join the Just Catamarans and Scaling Masts team, along with our colleagues from Just Catamarans and Windelo. Together we’ll be hosting guided walkthroughs of the Windelo 50, showcasing some of the most innovative sailing and boat-building technology in the world, and talking through real-world Windelo ownership scenarios.
Windelo 50 Private tours ➡️ Layout choices, helm ergonomics, forward-cockpit workflow, energy systems.
The 51 and 55 Sport ➡️ These new high performance models evolve the Windelo 50 and 54 product-line, and the brand’s future-minded energy management and construction platform with a focus on environmental consciousness, luxury accommodations, and most of all sailing performance.
The 58 and 62 ➡️ From world renown naval architects Christophe Barreau and Frederic Neumann, comes a series of larger performance catamarans with Windelo’s award winning forward cockpit along with the same performance, environmental focus, and value as prior models in the 50 - 55 foot range.
From Production Catamaran to Windelo 50: A Smart, Manageable Step
If you’re comparing the usual 45-50 foot range production catamarans (Lagoon 450, Leopard 45, Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47, etc.), the shift to a Windelo 50 is shorter than it may seem, and often less expensive from a total cost of ownership perspective!
A footprint you can manage. On a Windelo 50 you’ll gain volume and range without the typical complexity that comes alongside most larger catamarans. Docking and deck workflow stay approachable, aided by Windelo’s breakthrough and intuitive forward cockpit.
Performance you can feel. Hulls designed for performance and efficiency keep passages quiet, smooth, and calm, with the sailing “feel” many buyers miss in heavier production catamarans from Fountaine Pajot, Leopard, and Lagoon.
Reduced operating costs. Windelo’s practical and proven Bellmarine electric drive architecture means ZERO fuel burn and virtually no routine maintenance compared to comparable catamarans with twin diesels and saildrives. Net savings will vary based on your operating profile, but just know there are Windelo owners who have crossed oceans without using an ounce of diesel fuel! Beyond the fuel and maintenance savings, rest assured those owners enjoyed sailing more, and performed frustrating boat yoga in the engine bays….never.
Suffice it to say, if you’re considering a new or used 45-50 foot production sailing catamaran, you might want to swing over to see Just Catamarans and Windelo on C-Dock at the Annapolis Sailboat Show for a free private tour of the Windelo 50 Adventure.
Pre-owned Windelo 50 Yachting Opportunity
VAGABOND, a 2024 Windelo 50 Yachting, is the first ever pre-owned Windelo 50 Version 2 to hit market! I’m excited to showcase this listing for those in the market to take immediate delivery of a lightly sailed, very well-equipped Windelo 50.
Below are some of VAGABOND’s most notable features:
4-cabin/2-head w/full skipper forepeak cabin + L-shaped galley layout
Port forward cabin includes home office setup with 2 fold-out beds
Award-winning Windelo forward cockpit design
Full-batten squaretop mainsail, solent, Code 0, and Gennaker
Garmin full electronics and navigation package
Air conditioning throughout cabins and living spaces
56 kWh + 7.5 kWh LiFePO₄ (lithium iron phosphate) battery banks w/4,516W of solar
Like-new Mystique Silhouette 800
SKYE, a 5 stateroom performance-oriented luxury sailing catamaran was custom built for high-end yacht charter or long-range private cruising. She also just had a massive $246,000 price reduction last week! SKYE is ideal for Caribbean cruising, long passages, or launching a premium charter program.
Below are some of SKYE'’s most notable features:
U.S. importation duty/tariffs paid
5 dual-occupancy luxury staterooms + crew quarters for 5
1,000Ah of lithium on a 24v system
Fully equipped with galleyware, linens, and essentials – ready to cruise day one!
Leopard 45 Pricing Guide | 2025 - 2026
Kyle Redding takes us through the latest on Leopard 45 resale trends with his 2025–2026 Leopard 45 pricing guide, based on real sales data in North America and the Caribbean. From charter models to top-tier owners’ versions, Kyle’s report reveals key value drivers for both buyers and sellers to know, such as charter history, premium upgrades (solar, lithium, etc.), and how “U.S. duty paid” status can change the marketability of a Leopard 45. If you’re planning to sell, knowing which tier your Leopard 45 falls into, and how to strategically position your listing, can dramatically shorten days on market and maximize your sales price. If you’re looking to buy, understanding which tier your budget falls into can help you hone in on the right model quickly.
Not Ready to Buy? Still Swing By!
You don’t need to be “ready to buy” to get together at the show. If you’re weighing Windelo against other brands, or if you’re genuinely curious about about buying or selling, swing by and ask for Scott or Kyle!
Dates: October 9–12, 2025
Windelo 50 On Display: Dock C
Sales/Brokerage Booth: Tent AB 5-7
Kyle’s Sales Booth Availability: Saturday, October 11 10:00am - 12:30pm
Scott’s Sales Booth Availability: Saturday, October 11 2:00pm - 6:30pm
Tickets: Click here!
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