2024 Sail Buyer's Guide

From 30 to 40 feet
Between 30 and 40 feet, the first proper cruising catamarans rub shoulders with coastal rally-raid trimarans, but there’s also some really fast boats. Whichever your choice, these multihulls remain on a human scale, easy to handle and easy to maintain. Today, this category is something of a paradox: 30 to 40-footers are now the leading segment for buyers, yet the big manufacturers are far from rushing to their aid... Worse still, some models, such as the Aventura 14, are dropping out of the catalog without being replaced. We can, however, count on two new innovative catamarans this year: the HopYacht 30 and the Xquisite 30 Sportcat.
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Mark Bernie, Julie Echelle, Dick Sawyer, Emmanuel van Deth and Kim Wellington
Publié le 07/12/2023
Par Mark Bernie, Julie Echelle, Dick Sawyer, Emmanuel van Deth and Kim Wellington
Numéro : 193
Parution : Jan. / Feb. 2024
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Multihulls World #193

PALMA 30 GRAND VOYAGEUR

Going green

 
 
 
Forever Green
The hulls and deck of the Palma 30 are made using a PVC foam/glass/vinylester sandwich in infusion. Light and well-canvassed, this catamaran is switching to electric mode in its Grand Voyageur version: its electric motors will offer a range of 30 miles (on batteries alone) to 50 miles (batteries + solar panels). The coachroof extends back to the transom, allowing the installation of almost 85 square feet (8 m²) of panels with a charging capacity of 1,320 Wp. In addition, the hydrogeneration function of its two electric pods will produce 1,200 W at 8 knots to help fully recharge the batteries in just one nice day under sail. The Navigateur version offers a completely open nacelle, while the Palm 30 GT features a semi-open superstructure.
Builder: Windpearl Yachts
Architect: Nicolas Purnu
Material: PVC foam/glass/vinylester sandwich
Length: 30’2” (9.2 m)
Beam: 18’8” (5.7 m)
Draft: 3’3” (0.99 m)
Displacement: 8,700 lbs (3.95 t)
Mainsail area: 365 sq ft (34m²)
Self-tacking solent: 205 sq ft (19 m²)
Motors: 2 x 6 kW
Price: from € 200,000 ex-tax
www.windpearl.com 

TRICAT 30

On course for semi-offshore cruising

 
 
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The Tricat 30 offers all the comfort a crew of up to 6 could wish for, thanks to a very comfortable central hull - panoramic saloon - and a vast cockpit. Powerful, the Tricat 30 remains easy to handle for the whole family or on your own. In port, it folds easily while afloat to limit its beam to 11’6” (3.50 m). Its structural stiffness allows it to have exceptional speed potential: the 30 has already been caught at over 20 knots. And you’ll be reaching these speeds all the more easily as the mainsail is now bigger thanks to a new rig. More than ten Tricat 30s have been delivered since 2016. An excellent platform for semi-offshore cruising.
Builder: Tricat
Length: 30’2”/35’9” (9.2 /10.9 m)
Beam: 11’6”/23’ (3.5/7 m)
Light displacement: 5,180 lbs (2.35 t)
Draft: 16”/5’3” (0.4/1.6 m)
Mainsail: 425/484 sq ft (39.5/45 m²)
Jib: 237/264 sq ft (22/24.5 m²)
Spinnaker: 893/1,076 sq ft (83/100 m²)
Engine: 10/15 HP outboard
Price: from US$ 186,516 ex-tax
www.trimaran-tricat.com 

XQUISITE 30 SPORTCAT

Just for fun!

 
 
Forever Green
Xquisite Yachts is used to building comfortable cruising catamarans, so this sporty model comes as something of a surprise. With its completely uncluttered cockpit, the boat is reminiscent of the Kat 28, Corneel 26, Edel Cat 33 or the very early Aventuras. The program is therefore sporty day sailing, with option to stay overnight on board - only the hulls are fitted out. The Xquisite 30 SportCat can be dismantled and transported by trailer. Its sail area-to-weight ratio is 50.59 m²/t, a value that is unambiguously dragster-like on two hulls... the rotating mast and carbon beams leave no doubt about the sportiness of this catamaran. As an option, daggerboards can be fitted instead of the standard skeg keels. On windless days or for maneuvering in port, this devilishly attractive catamaran resorts to using its 10 HP outboard. An electric motor can also be requested.
Builder: Xquisite Yachts
Hull length: 30.34’ (9.25 m)
Waterline length: 29.36’ (8.95 m)
Beam: 15.89’ (5.15 m)
Draft: 2.46’ (0.75 m)
Air draft: 43.3’ (13.2 m)
Displacement: 1,872 lbs (850 kg)
Mainsail: 312 sq ft (29 m²)
Self-tacking solent: 150 sq ft (14 m²)
Gennaker: 398 sq ft (37 m²)
Price: $ 285,000 ex-tax
www.xquisiteyachts.com 

HOPYACHT 30

An all-electric catamaran from South Africa

 
 
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Forever Green
This multihull is designed to be easy to sail with a single furling genoa and a mast that is logically stepped well aft to ensure good overall performance. The catamaran is environmentally friendly, being powered by two 6 kW E-Propulsion pods, equivalent to 9.9 HP engines, but obviously with no pollution or noise. Add to that an induction plate in the galley and an electric water heater, there is no fossil fuel on board. The accommodation is surprisingly comfortable for a unit of this size. The designers have limited the beam to 11’3” (3.44 m) in order to limit the price of berthing. The HopYacht can be disassembled and its two hulls each fit into a standard shipping container.
Builder: HopYacht
Architect: Du Toit Yacht Design
Length: 30’8” (9.35 m)
Beam: 11’3” (3.44 m)
Draft: 2’4” (0.7 m)
Air draft: 39’4” (12 m)
Sail area: 318 sq ft (29.5 m²)
Price: $ 200,000 ex-tax
www.hopyacht.co.za 

CORSAIR 970

The DNA of the Corsair 31 is still plain to see…

 
 
The Corsair 970 – also known as the Cruze 970 - took over from the Corsair 31 more ten years ago now. Fans of folding trimarans know how much the Corsair 31 left its mark on people’s minds. With more than 300 examples built, it is one of the yard’s best-sellers. The Corsair 970 didn’t take any unnecessary risks: it was really an evolution of the Corsair 31, but with greater comfort on board, more in line with the Corsair 37. On board the 970, there’s about 15% more space than on the 31 and notably, much better headroom, as you can now stand upright in the saloon... But this comfort in no way hinders the seakeeping qualities of the Cruze 970, which remains a true Corsair trimaran. The Sport, and especially the Carbon, versions are obviously higher performing. It goes without saying that the 970 is foldable, using the system so highly prized by the yard.
Builder: Corsair Marine
Material: Glass/polyester/PVC sandwich
Length: 31’10” (9.7 m)
Beam: 22’7”/8’4” (6.88/2.55 m)
Light displacement: 4,800 lbs (2.18 t)
Draft: 18”/6’11” / (0.45/2.1 m)
Mainsail: 382/452 sq ft (35.5/42 m²)
Genoa: 188/247 sq ft (17.5/23 m²)
Spinnaker: 872/925 sq ft (81/86 m²)
Engine: 10 to 15 HP outboard
www.corsairmarine.com 

DRAGONFLY 32

Long live those wave-piercing floats!

 
 
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Since 2019, the Dragonfly 32 has offered larger floats and a more powerful rig. The stretched underwater hulls of the floats, the higher volume and the inverted bows are a real advantage in a cross-sea or for sporty sailing. Admittedly, at the same price, the Dragonfly 32 Evo offers a third of the living space of an honest 40-foot catamaran, but what are we looking for when we choose this boat? A multihull that can limit her beam to 3.85 m but above all a sporty cabriolet that conceals a wonderful temperament under the pretty exterior and provides a lot of pleasure when sailing. This model is available in a Touring or Evolution version.
Builder: Quorning Boats
Length: 32’2”/39’4” or 32’6”/39’ (9.8/11.99 m or 9.9/11.89 m)
Beam: 11’10”/26’3” (3.6/8 m) or 12’7”/27’1” (3.85/8.25 m)
Light displacement: 7,605 lbs (3.45 t)
Draft: 22”/6’3” (0.55/1.9 m)
Mainsail: 520/625 sq ft (48/58 m²)
Genoa: 280/310 sq ft (26/29 m²)
Spinnaker: 1,025/1,184 sq ft (95/110 m²)
Berths: 5/7
Water: 32 US gal (120 l)
Fuel: 18.5 US gal (70 l)
Engine: 21 HP
Price: from € 304,900 ex-tax
www.dragonfly.dk 

BROADBLUE 346 (ECO)

Capable of ocean passagemaking

 
 
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Forever Green
Our test of the Broadblue 346 proved to be an excellent surprise. Despite her short length,
This Category A-certified catamaran will allow you to enjoy some beautiful semi-offshore cruising in remarkable comfort, but also to navigate inland waterways thanks to her narrower beam. Under sail, the Broadblue was responsive and agile in light airs (7.3 knots of boatspeed in less than 10 knots of wind) and above all disconcertingly easy to handle with her aft-set rig. On board, with headroom of 6’7” (2 m), double cabins and bathroom, you could easily live aboard. This model is also available in Forever Green mode: The Broadblue 346ECO uses a Fischer Panda propulsion system with Victron LiFePo batteries and a hydrogeneration system. This version also includes 2 kWp of solar power and two 400 W wind generators. The manufacturer also offers its Rapier 550 with a hybrid drive.
Builder: Broadblue Catamarans
Length: 33’6” (10.2 m)
Beam: 15’11” (4.85 m)
Displacement: 10,580 lbs (4.8 t)
Draft: 3’4” (1.01 m)
Mainsail: 300 sq ft (28 m²)
Solent: 205 sq ft (19 m²)
Spinnaker: 1,055 sq ft (98 m²)
Cabins: 2 doubles + 2 singles
Water: 2 x 250 l (2 x 66 US gal)
Fuel: 53 US gal (200 l)
Drivetrain: 1 x 25 HP outboard or 2 x 16/20 HP inboards or electric
Price: from £ 211,000 ex-tax
www.broadblue.com 

VENTIO

Dismantlable for transport

 
 
Forever Green
Following numerous requests for a cruising catamaran that was also transportable catamaran (specifically, in a shipping container), Jean-Noël Lebrun has designed a lighter and beamier model than his Palma, with a large carbon bowsprit. The Ventio has the same hulls as its sibling, but with a larger and completely redesigned nacelle to allow for assembly/disassembly. Each hull houses two cabins. As an option, one bathroom is available. The galley can be placed below decks or in watertight lockers on the nacelle. As for the appendages, the options are either skeg keels or daggerboards. The builder also offers an electric drivetrain.
Builder: Windpearl Yachts
Architect: Nicolas Purnu
Material: PVC/glass/vinylester foam sandwich
Length: 34’9” (10.59 m)
Beam: 20 ‘4” (6.21 m)
Draft: 35” or 20”/6’11” (0.89 m or 0.5/2.1 m)
Displacement: 6,175 lbs (2.8 t)
Mainsail: 355/474 sq ft (33/44 m²)
Self-tacking solent: 183 sq ft (17 m²)
Gennaker: 398 sq ft (37 m²)
Drivetrain: 9.9 HP outboard or 2 x 6 kW
Price: from € 149,500 ex-tax
www.windpearl.com 

GEMINI 35 LEGACY

Owner’s cabin forward, galley in the passageway

 
 
1981: That was the date the first Gemini appeared in the USA. Since then, even though this multihull has evolved well, it’s kept the same spirit. Its singularity lies in having the saloon opening over the hulls, yet all contained within a beam of just 14 feet (4.26 m). So the Legacy 35 is the latest evolution of a catamaran designed above all to offer great comfort on board for the crew. The best bit remains of course the owner’s forward cabin: really neat. We also like the galley in the passageway, which allows more space in the saloon. A classic catamaran, but still as wonderful as ever!
Builder: Gemini Catamarans
Length: 35’4” (10.77 m)
Beam: 14’ (4.26 m)
Light displacement: 9,790 lbs (4.44 t)
Mainsail: 385 sq ft (35.9 m²)
Jib: 270 sq ft (25.1 m²)
Engines: 2 x 15 HP
www.geminicatamarans.com 

AVENTURA 37

A compact cruiser with a mini price tag

 
 
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This multihull was presented at the 2021 Cannes Yachting Festival. On the cruising catamaran market, it joins the very rare cruising cats under 40 feet – there’s the C-Cat 37 and the Excess 11, of course. Our first discovery of the Aventura 37 was a pleasant surprise: though the nacelle has understandably less space, the cockpit is vast. The helm station is set back so as not to interfere with sailing maneuvers – which are grouped just forward of the helm. Up on the bimini, a sunlounger can be used, but only when in port or at anchor, so as to maintain a decent upwind sail area – 1,025 square feet (95 m²). The Aventura 37 is available in a 3 or 4-cabin version and will also be available in a DC (Day Charter) version, capable of accommodating 20 to 28 passengers.
Builder: Aventura Catamarans
Architect: Lasta Design Studio
Length: 35’9” (10.9 m)
Beam: 19’6” (5.94 m)
Displacement: 17,420 lbs (7.9 t)
Draft: 3’11” (1.2 m)
Upwind sail area: 1,012 sq ft (94 m²)
Water: 2 x 250 l (2 x 66 US gal)
Fuel: 2 x 250 l (2 x 66 US gal)
Cabins: 3/4
Engines: 2 x 20/30 HP
Price: from € 288,500 ex-tax
www.aventura-catamarans.com 

IC36

Carbon everywhere, making it feather-weight

 
 
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Forever Green
Compared to typical production cruising boats, the IC36 is a real eye-catcher with its modest size, carbon everywhere, its rotating mast, its completely open nacelle and its central galley table. The hulls are still fitted out, don’t worry! During this very first visit, we were hugely impressed by the quality of construction and the quality of finish from the Czech manufacturer. As announced, this dismountable and transportable catamaran (on a trailer but also in a container) is equipped as standard with an Oceanvolt electric drivetrain - recharging is ensured thanks to solar panels and hydrogeneration.
Builder: Independent Catamaran
Length: 36’1" (11 m)
Beam: 20’4" (6.2 m)
Light displacement: 4,850/6,175 lbs (2.2/2.8 t)
Draft: 2’10"/6’7" (0.85/2 m)
Mainsail: 452 sq ft (42 m2)
Jib: 193 sq ft (18 m2)
Code 0: 592 sq ft (55 m2)
Berths: 6/8
Water: 2 x 53 US gal (2 x 200 l)
Motors: 2 x Oceanvolt 6 kW
Price: from € 320,000 ex-tax
www.independentcatamaran.com 

C-CAT 37

Attractive design and wide-ranging program

 
 
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This Marc Lombard design is a real comfortable cruising catamaran, but it doesn’t miss out on offering you real sensations at the helm, and flattering performance. Congratulations also due for the weight centering effort - essential for a unit with a limited length. The Italian shipyard offers this multihull in a skeg-keel or daggerboard version, depending on the owner’s choice and the boat’s intended program. The C-Cat 37 can therefore be used as much for blue water cruising as for day-racing.
Builder: C-Catamarans
Architect: Marc Lombard
Length: 36’5” (11.1 m)
Beam: 19’2” (5.84 m)
Light displacement: 12,125 lbs (5.5 t)
Draft: 4’3” or 3’3”/7’5” (1.3 m or 0.98/2.25 m)
Mainsail: 495 sq ft (46 m²)
Genoa: 353 sq ft (32.8 m²)
Engines: 2 x 20 HP
Price: € 340,000 ex-tax 
www.c-catamarans.com 

BALI CATSMART

2, 3 or 4 cabins for the smallest in the Bali range

 
 
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Launched in the spring of 2023, this little sistership to the Bali Catspace features some new innovations, such as twin helm stations and an optimized sail area with the mainsail almost flush with the coachroof – since there’s no flybridge. On the other hand, you still get the rigid foredeck and the tilting Bali door. As for the interior, it’s no longer just all-charter: the builder does offer the traditional four- and three-cabin versions, but notably, there’s an amazing version with just two owner’s cabins. The Bali Catsmart demonstrates (finally!) the interest of compact multihulls, that are less expensive and easier to maintain than much larger models. The Catsmart joins the ranks of the C-Cat 37, the Excess 11 and the Aventura 37, and let’s hope that other large shipyards will be presenting similar models!
Builder: Bali Catamarans
Architect: Xavier Faÿ
Length: 37’3” (11.34 m)
Waterline length: 36’8” (11.18 m)
Beam: 21’2” (6.46 m)
Draft: 3’8” (1.11 m)
Light displacement: 19,625 lbs (8.9 t)
Engines: 2 x 21/29 HP
Fuel: 105 US gal (400 l)
Water: 175 US gal (660 l)
Price: from € 337,500 ex-tax
www.bali-catamarans.com

EXCESS 11

Fun to helm

 
 
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The Excess 11 was presented to the public at Boot Düsseldorf 2019. Among the major shipyards, this model remained unique until the arrival of the Catsmart - cruising catamaran catalogs start at 40 feet. The atypical positioning of the Excess 11, combined with soaring prices, resulted in huge commercial success. Fun to helm (especially in the Pulse Line version), enjoyable, comfortable and relatively accessible, the 11 has become a firm favorite. A version with an overlapping jib is being designed to give this model even more push.
Builder: Excess Catamarans
Architect: VPLP
Length: 37’6” (11.42 m)
Beam: 21’7” (6.59 m)
Draft: 3’9” (1.15 m)
Displacement: 19,840 lbs (9 t)
Mainsail: 592 sq ft (55 m²)
Self-tacking jib: 237 sq ft (22 m²)
Code 0: 582 sq ft (54 m²)
Engines: 2 x 29 HP
Fuel: 106 US gal (400 l)
Water: 79 US gal (300 l)
Cabins: 3/4 -Price: from € 353,200 ex-tax
www.excess-catamarans.com 

LAGOON 40

At ease in a breeze

 
 
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With this model, we start taking a look at the leading manufacturer of liveaboard multihulls - 7,000 Lagoons have been built since 1987! During our complete test of the Lagoon 40 back in January 2018, we really liked the boat’s overall balance. The other striking features: a helm with real sensations, with beautiful agility to the platform, resulting from the weight centering efforts, the particular geometry of the aft-set rig and a really efficient sail plan. Easy to handle, pleasant and comfortable, the Lagoon 40 is a fun catamaran to sail in a breeze: we frequently exceeded 15 knots when we sailed more than 250 miles aboard. A reasonable catamaran that’s versatile and well-designed, she will delight a couple or a family wandering the oceans or around the coast.
Builder: Lagoon
Overall length: 38’6” (11.74 m)
Beam: 22’2” (6.76 m)
Light displacement: 23,800 lbs (10.8 t)
Draft: 4’5” (1.35 m)
Mainsail: 516 sq ft (48 m²)
Jib: 344 sq ft (32 m²)
Code 0: 678 sq ft (63 m²)
Cabins: 3/4
Water: 79 US gal (300 l)
Fuel: 2 x 53 US gal (2 x 200 l)
Engines: 2 x 45 HP
Price: from € 424,300 ex-tax
www.cata-lagoon.com 

SEAWIND 1190

Lighter, and therefore faster

 
 
Developed in 2017 from the famous 1160, of which more than 150 are sailing all around the world, the Seawind 1190 Sport is a more performance-oriented catamaran than her predecessor. The weight savings are impressive, especially in the Sport version - 20% compared to the 1160! At almost two tons, that’s immediately noticeable under sail. We also like the use of outboard motors and the simplicity of use of a catamaran whose hulls are still as efficient as ever.
Builder: Seawind Catamarans
Length: 39’1” (11.9 m)
Beam: 21’4” (6.5 m)
Draft: 2’ (0.6 m)
Light displacement
Sport: 14,550 lbs (6.6 t)
Mainsail
Sport: 645 sq ft (59.7 m²)
Jib
Sport: 253 sq ft (23.5 m²)
Spinnaker: 1,110 sq ft (103 m²)
Engines: 2 x 20 HP outboard
www.seawindcats.com 

ISLA 40

More modern inverted bows

 
 
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In 2020, the smallest sailing model in Fountaine Pajot’s range was created using the Lucia 40’s chassis but adopted inverted bows and a nacelle redesigned in the spirit of the Elba 45. A lounger next to the saloon, perfect for night watches, and a chart table centered under the electric panel - and in fact much closer to the helm station. This catamaran remains very habitable for her size, a quality that opens up a very wide program. Taking a crew around the world? Why not... the Isla is a true ocean cruiser, she moves well in light airs and can take on a sea, all while maintaining comfort and good pace.
Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Overall length: 39’2” (11.93 m)
Beam: 21’9” (6.63 m)
Draft: 4’ (1.21 m)
Displacement: 20,950 lbs (9.5 t)
Mainsail: 635 sq ft (59 m²)
Genoa: 390 sq ft (36 m²)
Cabins: 3/4
Fuel: 79 US gal (300 l)
Water: 2 x 70 US gal (2 x 265 l)
Engines: 2 x 20/30 HP
Price: € 412,100 ex-tax
www.fountaine-pajot.com 

BROADBLUE 385

Easy to handle

 
 
The 385 is by far the most popular model from British manufacturer Broadblue. The number of blue water journeys aboard this catamaran are endless... The main advantage of the 385, a cat that’s regularly updated (we’re now on the S4 version), is undoubtedly its ease of handling: thanks to the (very) aft-set mast, the mainsail area remains reasonable, and all the lines return to the cockpit. This catamaran is perfectly managed solo or short-handed with its big self-tacking jib. Approved for Category A, it is practically unsinkable thanks to watertight bulkheads and its forward and aft buoyancy volumes. The keels are integrally molded and sealed to the hulls, forming a double bottom.
Builder: Broadblue Catamarans
Length: 39’3” (11.96 m)
Beam: 19’7” (5.98 m)
Light displacement: 15,430 lbs (7 t)
Draft: 3’5” (1.05 m)
Mainsail: 290 sq ft (27 m²)
Genoa: 540 sq ft (50m²)
Water: 125 US gal (475 l)
Diesel: 2 x 60 US gal (2 x 225 l)
Engines: 2 x 20 HP
Price: from £ 321,000 ex-tax
www.broadblue.com 

NAUTITECH 40 OPEN

An “Open” with great seakeeping!

 
 
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This catamaran is a success: seaworthy and efficient, the saloon/cockpit space offering an area with an impressive volume for a multihull of this size. During our test of this new version, we really liked the very ergonomic deck layout allowing us to easily manage this multihull suited to families or couples looking for a comfortable, and seaworthy platform - but also capable of good top speeds if kept light. Since 2018, the Nautitech 40 Open has been available with new interior layouts that are particularly pleasant to live in, whether under way or at anchor.
Builder: Nautitech Catamarans
Length: 39’4” (11.98 m)
Beam: 22’8” (6.91 m)
Light displacement: 18,750 lbs (8.5 t)
Draft: 4’5” (1.35 m)
Mainsail: 678 sq ft (63 m²)
Jib: 301 sq ft (28 m²)
Gennaker: 753 sq ft (70 m²)
Cabins: 3/4
Water: 2 x 79 US gal (2 x 300 l)
Fuel: 2 x 53 US gal (2 x 200 l)
Engines: 2 x 30 HP
Price: from € 444,350 ex-tax
www.nautitechcatamarans.com 

RAPIER 400

A cabriolet catamaran

 
 
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Under sail, the Broadblue Rapier 400 shows great potential and performance that matches her sporty appearance. The nacelle, which at first sight seems rather low, doesn’t slam at all. But it is the life-on-board aspect where the 400 surprises, with a semi-covered saloon/cockpit concept and superb interior layout in the hulls, making this nothing like any other 40-footer on the market. Under way as well as at anchor, the ergonomics work, the flattering silhouette really stands out and living on board this almost open-version is very pleasant. Note the numerous possibilities for customizing this catamaran (such as the extended coachroof) depending on a more or less cruising or performance-oriented program - the Clubman version shows good racing skills.
Builder: Broadblue Catamarans
Length: 39’4” (11.99 m)
Beam: 22’ (6.7 m)
Light displacement: 11,020 lbs (5 t)
Draft: 3’7” (1.1 m)
Mainsail: 625 sq ft (58 m²)
Self-tacking solent: 300 sq ft (28 m²)
Fuel: 2 x 53 US gal (2 x 200 l)
Engines: 2 x 20/30 HP
Price: from £ 289,000 ex-tax
www.broadblue.com 

RAPIDO 40

A fast trimaran that’s… foldable!

 
 
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The Triac Composites shipyard and the enormous experience of its team produces a wonderful range of high-performance trimarans from 40 to 60 feet out of its base at Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), in Vietnam. The latest “little” boat, the Rapido 40, has shown good speed potential right from its first sail. This model, in the Racer version, can be boosted with C-foils and a carbon rig. While the central hull has a very narrow beam at the waterline, reasonable volume is nevertheless ensured inside, thanks to a marked chine. The floats are particularly voluminous, obviously guaranteeing good strength. And when you go alongside in port, they fold backwards: the beam is reduced from 28’10” (8.80 m) at sea down to 17’1” (5.2 m).
Builder: Rapido Trimarans/Triac Composites
Architect: Morelli & Melvin
Material: composite
Length: 39’4” (12 m)
Beam: 17’1”/28’10” (5.2/8.8 m)
Draft: 22”/4’7” (0.56/1.4 m)
Displacement: 10,600 lbs (4.8 t)
Mainsail: 700 sq ft (65 m²)
Solent: 345 sq ft (32 m²)
Price: $ 695,000 ex-tax
www.rapidotrimarans.com 
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