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The Maxi-Trimaran

A boat that has proved herself.

The former Groupama 3 and Banque Populaire VII, the IDEC SPORT maxi-trimaran has had an exceptional list of successes. Winner of the Jules Verne Trophy in 2010 and 2012, and again in 2017, the boat also won the last three editions of the Route du Rhum – and many other events. Thirteen years after she was first launched, this strong all-round performer can look forward to a bright future in the expert hands of Francis Joyon.

It was in December 2004 that Groupama announced the construction of a giant trimaran to attempt to smash the major ocean records leading up to the legendary Jules Verne Trophy. At a time when the arms race was on in the sailing world, Groupama wanted to come up with a reasonably sized boat, the smallest trimaran capable of beating Orange II. Franck Cammas and his team opted for a length of 31.50 metres (105 feet) designed by the architects, Marc Van Peteghem and Vincent Lauriot-Prévost.

Work began on Groupama 3 in 2005 at the Multiplast yard in Vannes. After almost 130,000 man hours, the boat was launched on 7th June 2006. “ We decided to design a medium power trimaran,” stressed Cammas when presenting his project. ” Groupama 3 is light, but long enough to be safe in the Southern Ocean. The power comes from her width, while her light weight is down to optimising her structure, rationalising the equipment and paying attention to how she was built.” Groupama 3 innovated with her concept inspired by the 60-foot ORMA trimarans (like Groupama 2) ratehr than the more recent giants, which were heavier and designed to face the Southern Ocean. While Orange II (36.80 metres) was amazing in heavy seas, she found it tougher in lighter conditions and moderate winds. Groupama 3 was a strong all-rounder and could sail almost as quickly in strong winds, while remaining at ease in lighter weather. There was another new feature: Groupama 3 was the very first big multihull to set off around the world with foils, a concept only used until then on the Orma boats in the Atlantic.

Specifications

Architects : VPLP team (Van Péteghem-Lauriot Prévost) Previous names : Groupama 3 , Banque Populaire VII Length : 31.50 m Beam : 22.50 m Displacement : 18,000 kg Draught : 5.70 m Mast height : 33.50 m Structure : carbon-Nomex Upwind sail surface : 411 m 2 Downwind sail surface : 678 m 2 Initial launch date : June 2006

The boat which has won the Route du Rhum three times

In 2010, Franck Cammas took up a challenge which many people thought impossible, or at best very complicated: he wanted to win the Route du Rhum, sailing alone on his 31.5m maxi trimaran which was equipped with a shorter rig and with a more suitable deck layout. Cammas’s performance was amazing: after nine days 3 hrs 14 mins 47 seconds, he finished first in Pointe-à-Pitre ahead of Francis Joyon and Thomas Coville.

The boat was then sold and became Banque Populaire VII. Relaunched on 15th April 2013 in Lorient, the boat achieved more successes in the hands of Armel Le Cléac’h, who smashed several solo records aboard her: the Mediterranean record, Columbus Route and 24-Hour record (682 miles). After injuring his hand, Armel Le Cléac’h was forced to stand down for the Route du Rhum and was replaced at the last moment by Loïck Peyron at the helm of the maxi trimaran, which had won the previous edition of the prestigious transatlantic race. After a fantastic race, Peyron won the tenth edition of the Route du Rhum with a time of 7 days, 15 hrs 8 minutes and 32 seconds.

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Report / From Groupama 3 to Idec Sport, the story of a legendary trimaran

Groupama 3 became a household name in 2010, after winning the Jules Verne Trophy and the Route du Rhum, in the hands of Franck Cammas. In 2013, she switched to the colors of Banque Populaire and won the Route du Rhum, for the second consecutive time, skippered by Loïck Peyron. Passed into the hands of Francis Joyon in 2015, she won the Jules Verne Trophy and a new Route du Rhum in 2018.

It was during the Route du Rhum, in 2010, that Francis Joyon saw Groupama 3, skippered by Franck Cammas , set off. His keen sailor's eye understands that the giant trimaran can be sailed both single-handed and with a crew , and win in both cases. And it's exactly a boat like that that Joyon is looking for.

To take the start of the legendary Transatlantic race, the mast was shortened to 33 meters and the deck plan was adapted, notably with a bicycle frame that allowed the winches to be turned while pedaling. While many were skeptical about the ability of one man to bring such a large boat to port, Cammas won after 9 days, 3 hours and 14 minutes of crossing.

He was ahead of a certain Francis Joyon (2nd), who was quick to point out the qualities of the machine and was already dreaming of it as his next boat.

But before that, the boat won many successes and above all, the Jules Verne Trophy in 2010. After two aborted attempts, Franck Cammas and his 9 crew members will achieve a crazy finish on the way back up the Atlantic (after being late for a long time) on March 20th 2010. They crossed the finish line at Lizard Point in 48 days, 7 hours, 44 minutes and 52 seconds, making the trimaran a legend .

In January 2013, the trimaran was sold to Banque Populaire, and took the name Banque Populaire VII, in the hands of Armel le Cléac'h , who set himself the goal of beating Cammas' record in the Route du Rhum (and the boat's record at the same time.) He won two records, previously held by Francis Joyon: the Route de la Découverte and the 24-hour record , which was extended to 682 miles covered in a single day.

But it is in the hands of Loïc Peyron (replacing Armel le Cléac'h who suffered a hand injury) that the boat will take the start of the Route du Rhum in 2014 to meet a real triumph: record of the event in 7 days, 15 hours, 8 minutes and 32 seconds.

Now in the hands of Francis Joyon and turned red and white, the trimaran , which is now called Idec Sport , is ready to take on a new challenge. The january 26, 2017, succeeds in the feat of winning the Jules Verne Trophy with a reduced crew . D ince Bruno Peyron in 1993, he is the first to have set off with a reduced crew of 5. He is still the record holder with a race time of 40 days 23 hours 30 minutes and 30 seconds.

In 2018, after a breathtaking race with François Gabart on Macif, Francis Joyon won the Route du Rhum in Ultim with a lead of only 7 minutes and 08 seconds over his rival. He also took advantage of the opportunity to set the record for the event with a transatlantic race completed in 7 days, 14 hours, 21 minutes and 47 seconds.

Discover the history of the mythical trimaran , which has already held the Jules Verne Trophy and is undefeated in the last three editions of the Route du Rhum.

Summary of the report

Groupama 3, records on the Jules Verne Trophy and the Route du Rhum

Banque Populaire VII, a replacement at the drop of a hat on the Route du Rhum

Lending Club 2, a series of British and American records

Idec Sport, the unbeatable trimaran in the Jules Verne and the Route du Rhum

A pictorial tour of the most successful trimaran in the history of ocean racing

Groupama 1  then  HIQ  then  Sjovillan  then  Akron Aoton.

Groupama 1 was built at the CDK, JMV Industries and B & B yards, and launched in 1998. She marked the rise of the second generation of ORMA trimarans designed by VPLP. Sistership of Alain Gautier’s Brocéliande (launched the previous year), Groupama 1 featured floats from Laurent Bourgnon’s Primagaz , small foils , a pivoting mast and sharper bows than her ancestors.

Franck Cammas was 25 at the time and had absolutely no multihull experience when he took the helm of his first trimaran. But it only took him a few short months to start winning. From 1998 to 2001, Groupama 1 entered 20 races and achieved 17 podium places … and then made a series of wins in the ORMA Grand Prix.

Throughout her career the trimaran was optimized so she could carry a crew of ten for the Grand Prix without comprising her capacity for sailing short-handed or even solo. Sold in 2005, she continued to compete brilliantly in Scandinavia and is currently in Greece.

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GROUPAMA 3: ‘IT’S EASY UP TO 36 KNOTS…’

• Chris Beeson
• July 25, 2007

Exclusive report from onboard the record breaking tri

YM’s technical editor Chris Beeson was in Lorient, France, to carry out a liferaft test when he chanced upon Groupama 3 click here for previous story  It was too good an opportunity to miss. Here’s his special report:

Franck Cammas’ maxi-trimaran Groupama 3 passed south of The Lizard at 0045 on Tuesday morning, setting a new Transatlantic record of 4 days 3 hours, 57 minutes 54 seconds. That’s an average speed of 28.65 knots over the 2,925-mile course. She also becomes the first boat to cross the Atlantic in under 100 hours.

The 31.5m green giant broke the record set by Bruno Peyron’s 36.8m catamaran Orange 2 by 4 hours 26 minutes. She also set a new record for distance covered in 24 hours – a remarkable 794 miles – within 30 hours of the start off New York’s Ambrose Light.

‘We broke the port foil (daggerboard) on the first night,’ co-skipper Franck Proffit (34) told Yachting Monthly’s Chris Beeson in Lorient, France. ‘Otherwise we would have past 800 miles in 24 hours. We lost about 2 knots.’

Groupama 3 was built for skipper Franck Cammas (44) and his crew to break the Jules Verne non-stop round the world record. The record of 50 days 16 hours 20 minutes is currently held by Peyron’s Orange 2, set in 2006.

Apart from breaking three bunks, two records and one daggerboard, the trip was an uneventful work-out for Groupama 3 in advance of its Jules Verne attempt in December. It was widely thought that the boat would be too small to challenge the bigger multihulls like Orange 2. This record blows that notion away.

It’s been her biggest test since launching in 2006. ‘We put the boat in the water and two days later we started to push, but never that hard,’ said Proffit. ‘Now we know it can handle that workload. We can beat the bigger boats.’

Proffit raced non-stop round the world with Peyron onboard Orange 2’s sistership during The Race in 2001. He believes Groupama 3 is better suited to the challenge. ‘She’s not too big, not too heavy, not too powerful. We can reef with hooks in 5 minutes. During The Race, it took us 20 minutes. You lose a lot of time.’

The roughest conditions encountered were on the last day when an easterly, head-on wave train sent them crashing down from 2 metres. That exposed a weak point for Groupama 3: ‘The only problem is the sea,’ said Proffit. ‘If the waves are not organised, it’s very rough. Orange 2 can handle the waves easier than us.’

The bigger boats have one more important advantage: ‘It’s more difficult to steer than the bigger boats, you have to concentrate every second. It’s easy up to 36 knots but after that? Our top speed was 42.5 knots.’

After breaking the record, Groupama 3 was off Lorient by 1100 the same morning. She stood off until 1430 while her champagne reception was arranged and the press assembled. ‘After all the press, we had a party until 0400. Now I’m back in debrief meetings, getting the boat ready again.’

Despite – or possibly because of – the Tour de France and its daily scandals, her achievement has attracted high profile praise, as Proffit explained. ‘Sarkozy sent us a message this morning saying good job, best of luck with the Jules Verne.’

Franck Proffit spent 20 years racing with Bruno Peyron’s brother Loïck onboard a series of Fujicolor-sponsored 60ft trimarans. He joined Cammas’ Groupama project five years ago, racing the 60ft trimaran Groupama 2.

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First record for Groupama 3

• Helen Dormer
• February 24, 2010

The maxi trimaran has snatched its first record during the Jules Verne Trophy

Taking just 8 days 17 hours and 39 minutes to traverse the Indian Ocean, the maxi trimaran Groupama 3, skippered by Franck Cammas, has taken the record held by Orange 2 since 2005.   It was at 23:22 UTC yesterday evening (Tuesday 23 February) that Groupama 3 crossed the longitude of Tasmania, to the South of Australia, which marks the exit from the Indian Ocean and the entry to the Pacific.   Having rounded Cape Agulhas off South Africa 8 days and 17 hours earlier, Franck Cammas and his nine crew took 17 hours and 25 minutes less than that of Bruno Peyron five years ago.   With the Indian Ocean behind them, Groupama 3 is now attacking the largest ocean in the world – the Pacific – the exit from which is marked by the renowned Cape Horn.

• Departure from Ushant: 31 January at 13:55 UTC
• Passage around the Agulhas Cape: 15 February at 05:43 UTC
• Passage of Tasmania: 23 February at 23:22 UTC
• Race time from start line to Tasmania: 23 days 9 hours and 27 minutes
• Indian Ocean crossing time: 8 days 17 hours and 39 minutes (that is 17 hours and 25 minutes faster than Orange).

  This new record for the passage across the Indian Ocean is awaiting approval by the WSSRC.

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...courtesy Scuttlebutt 800 MILE DAYS (Editor James Boyd takes a sail on board Franck Cammas' incredible new a 105ft state of the art trimaran Groupama III and gives his impressions in a story just posted on thedailysail subscription website. Here are a few excerpts.) Standing with the massive concrete submarine silos behind us trying to keep our tongues in when we first see Cammas' new weapon, our first impression is that compared to Orange II the boat is more Ferrari than hot rod pantechnican. This is born out when we are told the weight - in Jules Verne Trophy trim (ie she is lighter now) the boat is expected to be just 18 tonnes, whereas the larger Orange 2 is around the 32 tonne mark. Aside from the way she floats evidence of the lengths the team has gone to to shed weight is that little fairing work above the water line has been carried out - the orientation of the laminate is clearly visible through the 28kg of paint used on her 700sqm of topside and deck. It has been discovered with these large multihulls, is freeboard, particularly at the bow. The main speed limitation of the first generation Ollier cats is when the forward cross beam starts to bury in waves. As a result on Orange II the freeboard at the bow was raised by 0.8m to 3.3m allowing both better safety, but also for the crew to drive the boat harder in waves. This formula clearly works and is why Bruno Peyron's big cat now holds the big three records in sailing and many of her crew feel she has considerably more potential to show yet, with talk of not just 800 mile days but 830, 840 ones being possible ..and just when the monohull world thought they were catching up...

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WestAust New Member

Wow I cant wait to see more of this!!!

Yacht News YF News Editor

800nm? in a day ? at that speed you could probably cover the Atlantic in 3.5 days?

Kevin YF Moderator

Orange II did it earlier this month in 4 days 8 hours 23 minutes 54 seconds, and that was after slowing down cause they hit a piece of ice (or something). Without the damage they estimated he could have made it in 3d20h.

oh, my...at this speed i think there might be a chance for passenger service crossings by trimaran. I mean if the modern Ocenliners like Queen Elizebeth 2 and Queen Mary 2 do the Atlantic route in about 5- 6 days running very close to 30knts, imagine if you could regulary cut that time frame in half with trimarans, it would probably run modern oceanliners out of business!

CaptainSilva Senior Member

Groupama Sets New Transatlantic Record after Departing Newport, RI I figured this would be of interest to some of you fellow YachtForums members so enjoy! Groupama Sets Record

old.one New Member

Here is a link to the Yard that made Groupama III: http://www.multiplast-yachts.com/index.cfm Lots of great photos of her construction, etc. Regards, Old One

Castlerock Senior Member

Check out the video, she seems to move so effortlessly: http://www.yachtingworld.com/yw/blog/20070625133325blog_elaine_bunting.html

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Sveriges Catamaran och Trimaranseglare

Groupama 3 kapsejsade i Indiska Oceanen

Last night at 2343 UT, Franck Cammas, skipper of the trimaran Groupama 3 engaged in the Jules Verne Trophy, alerted the shore crew to the capsize of the maxi trimaran.

"We have just capsized. The leeward float broke in two, leading to the breakage of the two beams and then the subsequent capsize. The crew is all together, taking refuge inside the central hull of Groupama 3. None of the 10 crew are injured. There are 5 to 7 metre waves and 25 to 30 knot winds. The seas are breaking and for the time being we’re not putting anyone outside".

Positioned 140 km to the East of the port of Dunedin in New Zealand, Groupama 3 had only been sailing in the Pacific Ocean for a short time. With a day’s lead, after 24 days at sea, over Bruno Peyron’s time, current holder of the Jules Verne Trophy, Franck Cammas and his nine crew were really handling Groupama 3 with care, as watch leader Franck Proffit detailed to us just a few hours ago: "We are in really built up seas, with waves of 6 to 7 metres. We can’t drop down too far South as there are winds reaching 50 knots. We are therefore adopting a fairly N’ly course as far as New Zealand so as we can then gybe and slip along nicely again. The Pacific should bode better for us. Groupama 3 is very sound and she behaves exceptionally well in this type of sea; at the helm with 7 metre waves, the floats plunge and never bury into the waves".

Immediately they were informed, the Gris-Nez rescue services in France alerted their New Zealand counterparts in order to perform the rescue of the crew of Groupama 3.

One plane and then two helicopters were sent to the zone three hours after the capsize. The 10 sailors were all airlifted by helicopter at 0330 (UT) and then repatriated to Dunedin, on New Zealand’s South Island.

16 Best Trimarans For Sailing Around The World (And a Few For Daysailing)

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Trimarans are growing in popularity worldwide, due to their light construction and high stability these multihulls are even faster than catamarans. Trimarans are still one of the lesser-known boat types so in this article ill be checking out some of the most popular models.

The best trimarans include: 

• The Neel 43 
• The Neel 47 
• Dragonfly 28 
• The Pulse 600 
• Corsair 37 

These tris are built with your safety in mind while also packing powerful speed and a wide array of comfort features to optimize your sailing experience , some are even foldable making them possible to load on a trailer and transport to the sailing destination of your choosing.

In this article, I have created a list of the 16 best trimarans in the market and their unique features. You’ll also learn the best options for different purposes such as circumnavigation, weekend sailing, racing, and more. 

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What Is a Trimaran?

A trimaran is a multi hulled sailboat with three individual hulls; the main hull ( vaka ) and a pair of outrigger hulls ( amas ). These smaller outrigger hulls are attached to the main hull using beams. 

While trimarans have a rich history dating back nearly four millennia, these types of sailboats have only gained popularity in the late 1900s and early 2000s. 

Trimarans are primarily used as personal boats for sailing enthusiasts or racing. These sailboats draw their versatility from their lightweight design, making them faster and easier to handle at sea when compared to single-hulled boats (monohulls). Additionally, the three hulls also contribute to better stability, making it very hard to capsize (although more likely than a cat according to this study)

Trimarans come in various sizes, and some can be as small as 19 feet (5.8 meters) in length, while others go up to 60 feet (18meters). They’re also used for different purposes. Most trimarans are used for racing and recreational purposes, although some units are still used as ferries.

As with all things, to find out which is the best we need to understand what it will be used for. There is a big difference in requirements between a boat used for day sailing compared to offshore around the world sailing.

The list below highlights the best trimarans for different purposes.

Best Trimarans For Cruising, Liveaboard and Sailing Around The World

The Neel 43 is a French trimaran best suited for cruising. Its key features include: 

• Easy maneuverability on the open sea by only a small number of crew members 

This unit is also built for comfort, ideal for more extended travels. This 43-feet (13-meter) trimaran is also made with recyclable and bio-sourced materials, highlighting the manufacturer’s commitment to environmental consciousness. 

This trimaran has a base price of  €329,000 excluding VAT. This translates to approximately $370,138. 

2.Neel 47 Possibly The Best

Named the best full-size multihull for 2020, the Neel 47 is a strong contender for one of the best trimarans in the market. This 47-foot (14.3-meter) long trimaran features optimized exterior and interior ergonomics for a unique design and look. 

Still on design, the Neel 47 is ideal for couples looking to take a weekend off or spend some time as liveaboard. It has a spacious owner’s cabin and two bedrooms. It also features a spacious living room and kitchen and is optimized to ensure comfort for a couple. 

The Neel 47 also has two basic guest cabins so your friends or children can tag along on your sailing adventure. Accordingly, this unit is ideal for those looking to explore the sea for the sheer joy of sailing. 

The Neel 47 comes at a 571,139 euro ( $643,600 ) price tag, excluding VAT. 

3. Rapido 60 The Fast and Comfortable Circumnavigator

The Rapido 60 offers a blend of performance, safety, and luxury, making it one of the best options for bluewater sailing. Measuring 59.3 feet (18 meters) in length, the Rapido 60 is an imposing unit. It’s made from lightweight sandwiches and carbon materials that provide speed and strength, allowing it to stand up to strong ocean currents. 

The Rapido 60 also has spacious living spaces and is built for comfort at all points of the sail. Its design also optimizes safety. While it’s an ideal option for circumnavigating, it’s also an excellent choice for racing due to its speed. 

This is also the same boat that The Youtube channel La Vagabond just purchased.

The Rapido 60 retails at $1,400,000 . 

4. Rapido 40

The Rapido 40 measures 39.4 feet (12 meters) in length and is ideal for cruising around the world. The Rapido 40 features twin “C” foils, which provide added lift, enhancing its speed and performance whether you are sailing downwind or upwind. 

Because it has C foils, this trimaran doesn’t have a central daggerboard, increasing interior space. Accordingly, it’s an excellent option for couples looking to cruise and enjoy great performances .

The Rapido 40 is made from high-tech all-carbon materials for a lightweight yet sturdy design. This material is also used for the countertops and furniture, and the cork flooring adds a touch of style.

This trimaran retails for $595,000 , making it a cheaper option than the Rapido 60. 

5. Dragonfly 40

The Dragonfly 40 measures 40 feet (12 meters) in length. It features high-comfort standards, making it one of the best trimarans in the market for taking your family for a cruise. Because of its larger size, it has a better capacity, being capable of accommodating six to eight people, so you can bring your family and friends along. 

It’s easy to navigate and extremely safe. With a maximum speed of 24 knots (44.5 km/h), this trimaran also provides fast speeds to make your cruise even more exhilarating. 

The Dragonfly 40 retails from €509,000 exclusive of VAT, which rounds up to $572,000 . 

6. Dragonfly 32

The Dragonfly 32 is a high-performance cruiser. Like the Dragonfly 28, this unit features a contemporary design for racing. This trimaran can accommodate five to seven crew members. 

Although slightly longer than the Dragonfly 28 with its 32-foot (9.8-meter) length, the Dragonfly 32 has a max speed of 23+ knots (42.6+ km/h), making it one of the fastest trimarans for racing. This unit also has comfortable accommodation, which makes it an ideal option for a weekend cruise with family and friends. 

The Dragonfly 32 has a base price of $350,000 . 

7. Corsair 37

Thanks to a variable draft with a retractable rudder, the Corsair 37 is an ideal choice for shallow water exploration. This 37-foot (11.3-meter) long trimaran features advanced foam-cored construction designed for safety, making it virtually unsinkable. 

The carbon hulls minimize weight, this makes for a lightweight ocean exploration sailboat with blistering speeds. One of its selling points is that this trimaran has previously been used for Arctic expeditions, possibly marking it as one of the better options for circumnavigation and offshore sailing in the northern waters. 

This trimaran has a base price of $189,000 but can go up to $204,125 .

Best Trimarans For Day/Weekend Sailing

8. dragonfly 28.

The Dragonfly 28 is a 28-feet (8.75-meter) long sailboat that can accommodate up to five people. It comes in two versions: 

• Touring version: This version is ideal for families.  
• Performance version: This is built to provide optimal performance for the sports enthusiast within you. 

It clocks a maximum speed of 22+ knots (22+ km/h) and is beam-folded. It’s an excellent option if you want a high-performance, comfortable yet smaller unit for your day or weekend cruise. 

The Dragonfly 28 starts at  €188,280 inclusive of VAT, which comes to around $211,600. 

9. Dragonfly 25

Like other trimarans under the Dragonfly brand, this 25-foot (7.62-meter) trimaran is great for both racing and short term cruising. However, this high-performance boat delivers easy handling, making it perfect for couples looking to take a ride out over the weekend and seasoned sailors looking for an exhilarating racing adventure. 

The Touring version features a lightweight build and offers comfort and accommodation to keep you, and the few guests you can fit, comfortable during the ride. This trimaran also has a Sport version, which is optimized for racing. 

The Dragonfly 25 retails from EUR 86,800 . 

10. Pulse 600

The Pulse 600 trimaran is a compact sailboat. It’s made from lightweight, carbon-reinforced construction and vacuum-formed materials for optimal speed. This trimaran is an ideal option if you are looking for speed. 

It also features ample deck space, greater stability, and volume than most trimarans of similar size and build. 

This trimaran measures 19.8 feet (6 meters) in length and can be sailed single-handedly by one person with minimal effort. The Pulse 600 has a base price of $38,800 , which places it in the lower price range. 

The F-22 is one of the smaller trimarans in the market. Developed in New Zealand, the F-22 is a folding trimaran built for speed. The hulls are made from narrow fiberglass tied together using fiberglass beams and aluminum, minimizing bulk while optimizing speed. 

The F-22 is roomy and is not as pricey as other models in the market. This trimaran has two main versions: 

12. 2019 Weta Trimaran

The 2019 Weta trimaran is a 14.5-foot (4.4-meter) trimaran featuring a carbon frame, centerboard, rudder foil, and rudder shock. The hull is made from fiberglass and foam. The Weta is built for strength and speed based on these lightweight materials. 

The 2019 Weta trimaran is easy to sail and is worth considering whether you want to take a quiet sail, race with your friends, or take kids to a sailing lesson. It has a simple design and is easy to set up independently. Thanks to its collapsible design, this trimaran is easily stored away with minimal space demands. 

13. WindRider 17

The 17.4-foot (5.3-meter) WindRider 17 is one of the more versatile trimarans in the market. It packs high performance for a low cost. This trimaran has a light rotating mast to boost performance, and a full-battened mainsail optimizes visibility. 

This sailboat is made from rotomolded polyethylene, which is more durable than fiberglass and demands less maintenance.

The WindRider 17 has a comfortable interior and can fit six adults. This is an ideal choice for social sailing for a couple or a family and friends. It’s easy to ride, and a shallow draft allows easy maneuverability. 

14. Astus 22.5

If you’re looking for something small but still comfortable, this 22.5-foot trimaran is for you. Built for speed and maneuverability, the Astus 22.5 has optional foils to optimize speed. The modern design, coupled with the spacious interior, can fit up to four beds. Accordingly, this trimaran is suited for family outings. 

This trimaran also has a foldable design, collapsing to only 16 feet (4.9 meters) for easy storage. 

15. Multi 23 Trimaran 

The Multi 23 trimaran has a contemporary design, featuring a vinyl ester and PVC foam core construction. The section below the waterline is made of solid glass for a sturdy base.

The beams are made of lightweight carbon, and the trimaran features a 33-foot (10-meter) aluminum rotating wing mast for optimal harnessing of the wind. While ideal for weekend excursions with family, once rigged with the asymmetrical spinnaker will get your heart pumping.

This trimaran packs high performance at a lower cost than most other options in the market. It’s a good choice if you are looking for a high-performing unit without spending an arm and a leg. 

16. Challenger Class Trimaran

The Challenger Trimaran 15 is the best choice for persons with disabilities. It’s designed to provide disabled sailors an opportunity to explore their passion for sailing without worrying about aspects like safety or operation. 

A man named Geoff Hold circumnavigated the British Isles in 2007, becoming the first disabled person to achieve this feat. He had quadriplegia. 

Living up to its name, the Challenger can withstand harsh weather conditions while blending performance with speed. 

Final Thoughts 

Admittedly, no trimaran is best for everyone. But whether you are looking to race with your friends, take your loved ones or friends for a cruise over the weekend, or circumnavigate the ocean, you can rest assured that these lightweight trimarans will deliver speed, safety, and comfort to make it worth your while. 

These brands are innovatively designed and feature intricate safety mechanisms that make them virtually unsinkable. Give them a shot and begin your ocean adventure. 

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• Boat-specs: Multi 23
• National Maritime Museum Cornwall: Challenger Trimaran #1 – BC26

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