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WINDSPIDER
As in the past, Italian flair for original solutions whether
applied to artistic or technological fields, have always marked
the evolution of our civilization by contributing to the creation
of new styles and trends, expressions like those related to the
movement. Windspider, previously presented by our magazine, can
without any doubt be classified as a novelty that, alone, can
change some traditional solutions. The idea belong to an air
engineer who, adding experience to inspiration, has designed,
built and commercially distributed this new sport sailing
interpretation. Although Windspider literally means spider in the
wind (leaving aside the American definition of the three leg pan),
the selected trade mark really highlights the insect's speed
originating through the wind and, in this context, it really
remind us of all the exciting feeling that a spider car drive can
deliver.
Winspider is in reality a multi hull sail boat with a
skid mounted on the middle bow and fitted with a pivoting keel.
The entire aluminum tubular structure is stout and light and
flexible at the same time, allowing also its entire disassembling.
Model: Windspider, worldwide patented design |
The normal navigational trim is "Y" shaped with longitudinal skids
fitted at each end. The torpedo skids are inflatable and made of
reinforced rubber cloth. Hull and deck are solidly connected and
fastened through seats sunk in the tubular network that also
fasten the three leg piping.
The mast is located at their
intersection and steering is provided by two pivoting rudders
located in the at-war-ship piping network. Helmsman and fore sail
operator are seated side by side in comfortable and strong seats
connected to the multihull structure. Steerage is provided by a
wheel located in front of the helmsman.
The entire rigging fitting
are relayed aft, within reach of the crew. Seen from above the
Windspider really reminds of a spider with a huge wings but its
remarkable sailing capability is fully displayed in the water. A
whispering light wind is sufficient to plane with exciteing
accelerations capable to outclass most of the multihulls today on
the market. Steering is steady and responsive under any condition
with a distinct upwind tackling tendency resulting in thrilling
and easy sailing. Versatile and expert multihull helmsmen will
find plenty of opportunities to display their skill. One very
useful characteristic of the Windspider is the possibility to
disassemble it completely and stow it on top of any medium size car.
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