Would you like to sail around the world in the hull of the new SVR-Lazartigue trimaran? Of course you will have the chance to sail with François Gabart, the man who holds the solo round the world record. Of course, this round-the-world trip should not last too long since this boat is designed to break records.
On the other hand, the crew members who will take place on board will no longer go on deck (or very little). All the maneuvers, all the winches, all the coffee grinders, are located below deck.
Of course, this option was chosen for the performance. Indeed, at more than 40 knots, the air, the penetration in the air, is of capital importance. In addition, in order to hold on for the whole course, the sailors can no longer withstand apparent winds of over 50 knots continuously. Try sticking your head out of the window of your car when it's going 100 km/h. You will see that you will not resist for long..
This reminds me of an Admiral's Cup where a team tried to place their crew on the inside of the hull, installed in harnesses. The weight of the men was better distributed this way. It was a big deal before it was banned. In a regatta, the crew stays on deck!
Except that from now on, the round-the-world trip in Utlim on SVR-Lazartigue will be without any sea view.
