F-22 production trimaran update, video from first factory built F-22 out sailing in Moreton Bay, Qld

Farrier Marine's Australian agent Peter Hackett has uploaded a video of an early sea trial of his new F-22 factory produced trimaran "Boom".  This is the first boat delivered from the Farrier Marine production facility in Christchurch, New Zealand.

The first production F-22 trimaran designs shipping from Farrier Marine and F-33 trimarans from Multihulls direct being delivered

The first F-22 production trimarans are leaving the Farrier Marine factory.  A complete F-22 trimaran and trailer can be packed into a single 40' container.  More details here in the May 1st entry:

http://www.f-boat.com/pages/News4/FM-Factory2014.html

The F-33 trimarans that have been constructed in the Multihulls Direct facility in the Phillipines are also being delivered now.  These are a custom/semi production design and in this case built to a kit stage for the final fitout to be carried out by the owner, the finish looks excellent.

more detail and photos here:

http://www.f-boat.com/pages/News4/F-33Update1.html

Farrier F-22 trimaran factory update, Hull # 3 approaching completion and production beginning in earnest

Read more on the 4th of March 2014 update at the following address:

http://www.f-boat.com/pages/News4/FM-Factory2014.html

The F-22 specifications and price list have also been updated:

http://www.f-boat.com/F-22Specs/index.html

Airplay RAW30 trimaran on display at International Multihull Boat Show La Grande-Motte 23-27 April 2014

Farrier F-22 production trimaran update of Specifications list

Ian Farrier of Farrier Marine has updated the Specifications list for the F-22 trimaran on f-boat.com

http://www.f-boat.com/F-22Specs/index.html

Farrier F-22 trimaran sailing, photo courtesy Farrier Marine

Farrier F-22 trimaran production update, on the water mast raising and an updated options and price list on the way

Ian Farrier has updated another updated on the very impressive production version of the F-22 trimaran the latest update goes into detail about raising the mast on the water and the mods they have made to their prototype to make it practical.

From the production update uploaded on February 12th, 2014 by Ian Farrier.

read the whole entry at the following link:

http://www.f-boat.com/pages/News4/FM-Factory2014.html

and an extract from the latest post:

In other news, now that the boat is finalized, a completely new web based Features and Options list has been made up, while the Price List is now being updated and reorganized to allow an F-22 to be ordered online. All the new and finalized features and options will be covered, and all should be ready for release over the next week.

Folded and mast down, ready for the trailer, photo courtesy Farrier Marine

Production Farrier F-22 trailerable trimaran updated more details of the interior layout and functionality

Ian Farrier has once again updated his work blog on the progress towards production of the excellent F-22 trailerable trimaran.  The new update (posted 25/1/2014) covers the functional aspects of the interior layout.

http://www.f-boat.com/pages/News4/FM-Factory2014.html

F-22 trimaran interior looking forward, photo courtesy Farrier Marine

F-22 trimaran interior looking aft towards companionway, photo courtesy Farrier Marine

Farrier F-22 production trimaran update, Hulls #2 and #3 assembled and approaching completion.

More progress noted by Ian Farrier of Farrier Marine on the production version of the Farrier F-22 trimaran.

Factory view as of today. Boats #2 and #3 are now full assembled with floats, while the trailer for #2
is nearing completion. Prototype (#1 on trailer at left) is undergoing some improvements in the wing
net area and is about to have its wheels changed as part of the development process. The new wheels
and tires will lower the trailering height by another 25mm (1") plus have a much higher load carrying
capacity to more than cover any heavily overloaded boats. 

You can read the full production blog here:

http://www.f-boat.com/pages/News4/FM-Factory2014.html

F-22 trimarans hull #2 and #3 assembled and approaching completion, photo courtesy Farrier Marine

Farrier F-22 trimaran update, shipshape once more at the Farrier Marine factory and more progress towards production

From the following entry on the Farrier Marine website:

http://www.f-boat.com/pages/News4/FM-Factory2014.html

Progress continues, and we are finally getting factory back into shipshape condition now that the earthquake repair workers have gone. All staff members will also be back from their annual summer holidays next week, which will finally get us back up to full speed. Hulls #2 and #3 are getting closer to shipping, and #2's trailer (with optional stainless disk brakes) is nearing completion in the foreground, photo being taken this weekend.

Everything still feels like a snail's pace however, even to me, but to get a high production level one has to be patient, develop every aspect properly, in minute detail, and then fully document so as to ensure it is easily buildable and repeatable. We are not just copying an old design or using old technology, but developing something truly new in every aspect - just like the original F-27 in fact.

read more here

Farrier Marine factory, photo courtesy Farrier Marine

Dragonfly trimarans, New model the Dragonfly 25 announced concept drawings on view at Dusseldorf Boat show 18th to 26th January 2014

From the following entry on the dragonfly trimarans website:

http://www.trimarans.com/news-and-events/current-news/new-dragonfly-25-model-coming-up.aspx

New Dragonfly 25 Model Coming Up
 

We are very happy to inform all Dragonfly fans and followers that we are working on the design of a new Dragonfly. We will bring the concept drawings at BOOT Düsseldorf so that all of our guests have the possibility to see the first workings of this new boat. The first boats of this new project will be ready for delivery in 2015. We have designed several new boats before, however, this time we are going to try a new approach. We want to hear Your opinion of what You expect of a Dragonfly, and what would be important for You to include in this new Dragonfly 25. We will only present the concept drawings, and that is why Your opinion matters. The guests at Dragonfly's stand at BOOT answering a short questionnaire will be in the competition of winning a week of sailing in Denmark in one of our own Dragonfly 28 charter boats. We will also have the latest up-dated versions of DF 28 and 32 at expose and many of the Dragonfly dealers will be present during the show. There is no excuse for not dropping by to see us at BOOT Düsseldorf from the 18^th until the 26^th of January 2014. We look forward to see You in Hall 17.  

 

New dragonfly 25 trimaran concept design, render courtesy dragonfly trimarans

 

Corsair Marine update, see the Cruze 970 trailerable trimaran at Dusseldorf boat show

Corsair Marine are going to have their new Cruze 970 trimaran on display at the upcoming Dusseldorf boat show.

http://www.boat-duesseldorf.com/

more info on the Corsair Marine website here:

Corsair Marine release new trimaran sailing manual

From the following page on the Corsair Marine website:

http://sail.corsairmarine.com/the-new-corsair-sailing-manual-is-here?utm_medium=compendium&utm_campaign=The+NEW+Corsair+Sailing+Manual+is+here%21&utm_content=admin&utm_source=facebook&fbnonce=1975501199

The NEW Corsair Sailing Manual contains important information about the safe operation and maintenance of your Corsair-built trimaran. Read it carefully, become familiar with the procedures described, and follow the recommendations to help make your sailing enjoyable and trouble-free.

Corsair trimarans are designed and built as high-performance cruising trimarans, which when used as intended, with their enormous stability and unsinkability, are among the safest and fastest trimarans afloat.

read more and download the manual here

Farrier F-22 production update, refinements to pop top and a variety of other details in the recent update

Ian Farrier has posted another update on the production F-22 page.  The recent work seems to have focused on the pop top and it's mechanism, mast raising brackets and trailer.  It's all looking very polished as we have come to expect from Farrier Marine.

You can read the full update here:

http://www.f-boat.com/pages/News4/FM-Factory2013.html

prototype production F-22 trimaran, photo courtesy Farrier Marine

Farrier F-22 trimaran, production update from Farrier Marine

Ian Farrier has published another update on his production progress on the F-22 trimaran there are lots of refinements detailed in this update and some videos of launching and sailing.

You can read up the details on Ian's production log here:

http://www.f-boat.com/pages/News4/FM-Factory2013.html

new VPLP designed DIAM24 one design trimaran 12 boats ordered so far

The new DIAM24 trimaran is designed to offer competitive high performance one design racing in an easily transportable package.  It also will be a functional and fun daysailor.

http://www.vplp.fr/news/11/60/DIAM-24-One-Design.html

More information is available at the following website:

http://www.diam24onedesign.com/?lang=en

Corsair Marine press release, Cruze 970 trimaran sea trials a success

From the following Corsair Marine press release dated 20th May 2013

http://www.corsairmarine.com/article/press-release/corsair-cruze-970-sea-trials-success

The results outline a clear success. Notably, during the sea trials, the Cruze 970 Hull #1 was test sailed in near storm conditions and proven to be an even more stable and manoeuvrable platform than its predecessor.

Corsair Cruze 970 Sea Trials, a Success

 

Slightly over a week ago, Corsair, a division of the SeaWind group, With  launched on the water its newest model, the Cruze 970. This model improves on the older and proven C31 trimaranplatform with added comfort features, quality of finish while maintaining great sailing performance.

 

Since, data and pictures from the sea trials have been compiled, analysed and prepared for public release. The results outline a clear success. Notably, during the sea trials, the Cruze 970 Hull #1 was test sailed in near storm conditions and proven to be an even more stable and manoeuvrable platform than its predecessor. With winds gusting to 25knts the Cruze 970 was well balanced thanks to the extra float volume providing significantly more stability. With the Cruzing mast of 12m it allowed us to carry full main for longer before considering a reef. . In low wind conditions, the Cruze 970 also displayed enhanced performance.

 

Most significant evolution of the Cruze 970 exterior, compared to its predecessor, are the redesigned bow, increased buoyancy of the floats, harmonized deck lines and a new cockpit arrangement providing comfort normally associated to its bigger brother, the C37.

 

The biggest improvements are found in the interior design. First to be noticed is the raised deck, providing full standing headroom in the entire saloon and the forward head compartment which, in combination with the slightly increased length, creates an approximate 15% additional space. Second comes the much brighter living area thanks to the new interior liners and skilfully designed wood trims giving a luxurious, warm and clean feeling. Additionally, the galley area is larger with more surface, drawers and storage. Finally, the forward and aft bunks are wider and longer, aft bunk 2.2m, giving passengers a more generous sleep.

 

The Corsair Cruze 970 is the 3^rd new and improved model being released by the company in just above 2 years, demonstrating clear strength, vision and confidence in the future.

For more information, please visit http://www.CorsairMarine.com or email Info@CorsairMarine.com.

 

Corsair 970 sea trials, photo courtesy Corsair Marine

 

Rocket Factory Trimarans, A preliminary update from Scott Cook on the RAW30's sailing performance

From the Rocket Factory Trimarans/Airplay RAW 30 website:

http://www.rocketfactorytrimarans.com/airplay-trimarans/airplay-raw30/raw-performance/

Scott McCook was in Xiamen from 10th to 13th of October to test sail and demonstrate the RAW30. Scott has written a detailed review with some great pics by Karen Otton which will be published in due course. The following is an extract of one of Scott's emails to me shortly after he sailed the boat.

Tony Grainger:  

Day 1 was in light breeze of around 6 knots but the Raw could pump up to 15 even in that!

Day 2 a much better with breeze over 20 knots + of breeze! Just to let things settle in, we tried out a double reef which worked really well and the Raw was powered up even like that.

Day 3, just a few hours ago, with breeze up to 20 knots and a single reef. Well the Raw really showed how powerful she really is! Was a brilliant day with Raw pegging 21.5 knots! Its weird how you now come down to 15 knots and think you are not moving.

read more here

First gathering of Weta trimarans at the 2013 Jervis Bay Regatta, NSW a big success

Weta's first gathering in NSW at the Jervis Bay Regatta

 

The following report is from Miranda Powrie of Weta Marine Australia www.weta.com.au

 

October 7th 2013

 

Chris Kitchen from Weta marine in New Zealand was at first skeptical when Issac, his 12 year old super helm declared "we will go around the top mark, blast downwind, then when we turn round the bottom mark we will have dolphins on the bow", but sure enough there were four dolphins cruising off the bow of his Weta!

 

Six boats from VIC, ACT and NSW attended the first New South Wales Weta regatta held at Jervis Bay Yacht Club. Wives, kids or helpful Weta dealers joined in for some races, so the focus was on up-skilling the fleet and having a bit of fun. Saturday was a warm and shifty offshore wind of about 10-18 knots with flat water, perfect Weta weather. Chris took out Glenn Marney’s kids Issac and younger brother Jack, who were stoked to win a race with Issac steering and Chris playing tactician. Chris was stoked that a kid who was a bit worried about even going out on the boat in the morning ended up steering with the gennaker blasting over the finish line in race 3.

 

Sunday was perfect Weta newbies weather, offshore (flat water) again with 1-4 knots building to 12-15 knots. Everyone got comfortable in the light winds and enjoyed a blast once the wind came in. Chris took out a local kid Sean from the club, who couldn't go out in his own boat. The highlight was Sean helming on a tight reach with the gennaker out while blasting past Spirals and Tasers!

 

Racing was very close between the 3 doubled handed crews, Leigh and Brian both took their wives with them and they both got right into the racing. Geoff a Weta newbie took out the Victorian dealer Colin who gave him some good tips to get him started and then on Sunday Geoff took his son out.

 

The racing was followed up on Saturday with something no Aussie regatta is complete without; a dinner at the local RSL (Returned Services League). It rounded out a great weekend, we will be sure to do it again soon, keep an eye out for the next one.

 

A big thank you to Jervis Bay Sailing Club and Glenn Marney from Weta NSW for putting on a top regatta!

 

www.weta.com.au
 

Tony Grainger designed Raw 30 airplay trimaran sailing photos released

Some photos have been posted on rocket factory trimarans of the new RAW 30 trimaran sailing.  These new trimarans are being produced by Hakes Hudson Yacht and Marine.

http://www.rocketfactorytrimarans.com/

Airplay RAW30, photo Karen Otten



Airplay RAW 30, photo Karen Otten



Airplay RAW30 trimaran, photo Karen Otten

 

Farrier F-22 production trimaran, more updates on the f-boat.com build blog

An update from Ian Farrier posted on the 6th of October shows F-22 hulls #2 and #3 well advanced.  The centerboard option for the F-22 is also being worked on now with molds being prepared.

read the latest production log entry at the link below:

http://www.f-boat.com/pages/News4/FM-Factory2013.html

F-22 trimarans under construction, Photo courtesy Farrier Marine