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Why dosen the Manta have an aluminum cross beam and gull striker like most production catamarans?

April 26, 2017aluminum beam catamarans cross dosen't gull Manta production striker

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Why dosen the Manta have an aluminum cross beam and gull striker like most production catamarans?

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A. The Manta’s characteristic molded-in cross beam and strut is a stronger, albeit more expensive way, to handle the forestay and hull loads. It also offers a convenient walking surface and manageable trampoline area, a natural platform for the anchor chain and windlass with no interference from a gull striker or jumper, and its cambered shape also allows more wave clearance.