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INFLATABLE SAILS! The Future of Sailing?
May 11, 2025 · 23 min · 188K views
What this video covers
Designers at the International Multi-Hall Show in France showcase emerging trends in production catamarans and trimarans, focusing on load-carrying capacity, mechanical accessibility, and innovative propulsion.0:16 The Mod X70 catamaran features an inflatable, telescoping aerofoil wing system controlled by software and electric actuators, eliminating traditional running rigging to maximize cabin volume.1:11 For long-range cruising, the Katana 50 OC class prioritizes structural integrity with carbon bulkheads and a 3-ton payload capacity, while offering an engine room with significant clearance for maintenance.8:11 The Neel 52 trimaran utilizes its central hull as a dedicated "basement" for mechanical systems, providing full standing headroom and centralized access to the engine, generator, watermaker, and battery banks.16:33 These designs highlight the trade-offs between high-tech, automated sail systems and the rugged, accessible infrastructure required for remote, self-sufficient voyaging. Practical cruising requires prioritizing simple, maintainable systems and ample storage for fuel and gear over complex, experimental features.
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