propane/electric/convection unit. The traditional nav station has repeated Garmin instruments from the main helm that are compatible with Navionics and your iPad. The salon features more of those wonderfully soft cushions and three different table configurations for berth, cocktail and dinner usage. Accommodations have the option of This is the master stateroom head with elegant vanity and walk-in shower two models - either a four cabin Quatuor model, or the Maestro version with two guest cabins and the elegant owner's suite. All cabins have built in screens and shades in the overhead ports. Both guest cabins have queen-sized island beds with underbed storage and abundant lighting. Each has an en suite head with their own washbasin and toilet. The extra living space is gained by having a shared shower, accessible from either side; a brilliant idea! The owner's cabin immediately entices you with the large island bed with underbed storage, recessed shelving and abundant storage. The private master head is much more accommodating for two people and the elongated sink is aesthetically pleasing and very luxurious. The option for a washer/dryer system has already been pre-plumbed. The biggest surprise awaits you as you round the corner to discover the walk-in shower that is a dreamcome-true on a sailboat! The convection oven makes living aboard enjoyable The fridge has four easy to access drawers Owner's suite with working desk and island bed 46 CANADIAN YACHTING | OCTOBER 2021 The next surprise just might be how well the boat actually sails. With good balance and stability, the bows easily cut through big chop to deliver an incredibly smooth ride. The Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 is definitely a very comfortable boat that hides the sensation of speed. I had the opportunity to speak with the new owners after they had enjoyed several sails and I am thrilled to report that they are extremely pleased with the boat's performance. They are easily able to achieve 70% of the wind speed and the boat is significantly faster than their previous Hunter 36, except when sailing upwind. Docking a catamaran was definitely a new experience for them, but after a few practices, they are now finding it much more maneuverable to dock than a monohull. The one thing they kept coming back to was how incredibly comfortable the boat is, especially the beds. The only downside in the Greater Toronto area was finding a dock that could accommodate the beam of their new boat.