Is SpeedDream Just A Dream?
A 27-foot prototype of SpeedDream sets sail, and Tim Zimmermann takes notice.
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A 27-foot prototype of SpeedDream sets sail, and Tim Zimmermann takes notice.
On Sunday afternoon, l’Hydroptère DCNS carried out her first sea trials in the United States. The flying trimaran initially put in some tacks offshore of Long Beach before heading towards Catalina Island. It proved to be a gentle first outing in perfect weather conditions. Photo Credit: DCNS
Although they’ve been hovering under the radar of sailing fans, Multi One Design 70 trimarans could shine in the spotlight if given the chance. With the right media, better scheduling, and improved promotion, these incredibly fast boats could really take flight.
On Walvis Bay, Namibia, Paul Larsen and his SailRocket team are trying to take the outright speed record from kiteboarder Rob Douglas.
The former Playstation catamaran is supporting a deep-sea mission conceived by Steve Fossett himself.
On a manmade canal in Luderitz, Namibia, record-setting kiteboarders are hitting speeds in excess of 55 knots.
On a manmade canal in Luderitz, Namibia, record-setting kiteboarders are hitting speeds in excess of 55 knots.
On a custom-made canal in Namibia, kiteboarders and windsurfers are hitting speeds well in excess of 50 knots.
A 27-foot prototype of SpeedDream sets sail, and Tim Zimmermann takes notice.
On Sunday afternoon, l’Hydroptère DCNS carried out her first sea trials in the United States. The flying trimaran initially put in some tacks offshore of Long Beach before heading towards Catalina Island. It proved to be a gentle first outing in perfect weather conditions. Photo Credit: DCNS
Although they’ve been hovering under the radar of sailing fans, Multi One Design 70 trimarans could shine in the spotlight if given the chance. With the right media, better scheduling, and improved promotion, these incredibly fast boats could really take flight.
On Walvis Bay, Namibia, Paul Larsen and his SailRocket team are trying to take the outright speed record from kiteboarder Rob Douglas.
The former Playstation catamaran is supporting a deep-sea mission conceived by Steve Fossett himself.
On a manmade canal in Luderitz, Namibia, record-setting kiteboarders are hitting speeds in excess of 55 knots.
On a manmade canal in Luderitz, Namibia, record-setting kiteboarders are hitting speeds in excess of 55 knots.
On a custom-made canal in Namibia, kiteboarders and windsurfers are hitting speeds well in excess of 50 knots.
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