Sailing La Vagabonde · video

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The Rapido trimaran La Vagabonde features a custom carbon fiber construction, a forward-facing nav station, and a hybrid propulsion system consisting of a Yanmar diesel engine and electric motors. The interior includes a galley with copper accents, an induction stove, and leather upholstery repurposed from a donated couch. Safety systems include an airtight, fire-suppression-equipped engine compartment and remote-operated fire extinguishers. The deck layout centers on a rotating carbon mast, a bowsprit engineered for a Code Zero and gennaker, and an exposed helm designed for minimalism and weight reduction. The vessel utilizes a Newport 700C Spectral watermaker for freshwater production and a BNG navigation suite with an autopilot capable of wind-vane mode. The diesel engine currently requires warranty replacement due to saltwater intrusion sustained in the South China Sea, leaving the crew reliant on electric propulsion for upcoming passages. The boat’s design emphasizes structural integrity through three independent hulls and a daggerboard system intended for constant deployment.

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