Catamarans also track better because they have two long narrow hulls, and in the case of some catamarans, multiple keels, which naturally resist turning. This is one reason they sometimes have trouble tacking. However, the sail plan still has to be balanced for them to sail optimally.
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Originally Posted by Plumper
Multihulls track better because they don't heel. The heeling moment on a monohull puts the center of effort out over the water and makes them want to turn. The center of effort stays over the boat (most of the time) in a multi. Balancing a multi is no effort. (point in their favour)
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