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Outremer 5X: dream team at work!
The Outremer 5X Dream Team gathered in La Grande Motte last week, for a first meeting, just two months after the first launching.
Despite the low wind speed, everybody was keen on sailing immediately. A great opportunity to test everything for real after so many months of worh at the office. The weight is exactly what was calculated, the hours spent on the virtual towing tank made her fantastic and the boat reaches the VPP with no doubt: a mere 7 knots and we are quickly making 9 knots at 100° TWA: magic...
One talks, one compares, one tune, one exchange, one modifies, one takes notes, but everybody looks so happy!
Getting the tiller in your hands is too fun, so you have to wait for your turn. The new steering system makes it even lighter and more precise compares to the initial Outremer 49: you just feel like sailing a Tornado.
But when it's aperitive time, the cockpit easily welcomes the whole crew. Later, an electronics briefing will gather 6 people around the char table: sapce is luxurious.
Sails down, back to the harbour, this day was too short! Thank you very much to the happy (that's what he says) owner for his warm welcome onboard.
Five questions for Franck Darnet
Everything you want to know about 5X inside!
Question : Could you introduce you team and your work in a few words ?
Franck Darnet : We are a team of interior architects and designers based in Nantes (West of France), all sailing fans. We invent the style and the inside layout of yachts and production boats (from 40’ to 150’), and more recently style and external design of yachts. We also have an office in Miami.
The studio is now 12 years old. We collaborate with the Outremer Shipyard since the taking over by Grand Large Yachting Group in 2008. We were already the Outremer 49 designers.
Q. What is the job of Franck Darnet Design on a project such as the Outremer 5X?
Franck Darnet : First of all, we designed the inside layout and all living places of the yacht. That includes repartition and shape of spaces. In addition, we invented the inside style: that means the furniture shape and the choice for materials, colours… For this issue, realised in collaboration with Patrick Le Quément, our main concern was always to have an eye on the global original brief and the clients potential expectations for a yacht like her.
Q. How did the collaboration with VPLP, Patrick Le Quément and the Outremer Yachting shipyards work out?
Franck Darnet : It’s a real team work as anyone intervention has an impact on the others. The relationship with the shipyard, VPLP and Patrick Le Quément was exceptional. You know, I was still at the Ecole Boulle (Famous French Design School) when I heard for the first time of the incredible work of Patrick Le Quément for Renault. He is a real star in our domain… It’s a real chance for our team to cooperate with him, and with the legendary VPLP studio! And above all, with a well-established shipyard, who is on the crest. It’s one of the few shipyards to get out in the actual crisis situation. Simply because I think we work with cleverness, in practical and professional way, and last but not least, in a very good atmosphere and with common respect. I definitely think it is the success key for the 5X.
Q. What are the key points, remarkable or innovation, inside the 5X?
Franck Darnet : Considering the Outremer 49 success, we first thought to use the same formula, offering a larger 49’. But, analysing deeply what people really want from a catamaran like this, we moved our design to something more masculine and high-tech. However, we kept all the practical aspects: the cockpit / saloon communication, the view outside while you are standing or seated, in or out…
Q. Let’s let our imaginations take over a bit … if you were lent the Outremer 5X for a year, what would you do?
Franck Darnet : Sailing with such a yacht would be a dream… She is fast, safe, roomy, well-thought… Fifteen years ago, I spent a few months in the Pacific and I really enjoyed this area. Nowdays, the extreme latitudes are appealing me a lot (Patagonia, Spitsbergen…). But I have to say that my family would probably be less enthusiastic!
Outremer Yachting in Lorient
International Multihull Boat Show: Wednesday April 18 - Sunday April 22nd
Because our catamarans are sailing all around the world with their owners,
Because we build yachts only on orders, under your precise specifications, we don't have stock, therefore we won't have a boat in Lorient.
We will welcome you at the Lorient Multihull Boat Show, like we did in Paris, in the friendly atmosphere of the Grand Large Café.
So come and tel us about your projects. Go far and fast is your philosophy? Come and discover on large screen, the first shots of the Outremer 5X sailing, and the famous Outremer 49. And we have many more ideas and experiences to share. This event will be also the opotunity to see as world premiere, the very first pictures of the new Outremer 45!
But exceptional clients deserve exceptional operation. During the full Boat Show, two Outremer will be in stand-by at La Grande Motte, our home port, ready to welcome you on board:
- the Outremer 5X N°01: new Outremer flagship, the 5X shows exceptional performances while offering more space, more comfort, bearing in mind a design and an aesthetics more seducing than ever.
- the latest Outremer 49, actual shipyard Best Seller successfully completed, in less than 2,5 years, the 2010 European Yacht of the Year, now « Best Boat 2012 » in United States, quickly became a hit among long range cruising fans.
The weather is fine? The plane is waiting for you, and the Grand Large Services Team welcomes you. In Lorient or Montpellier, we look forward to see you!
Five questions for Marc Van Peteghem – VPLP
An exclusive interview from the Outremer 5X architect
Q: How did VPLP like working on the Outremer 5X project?
Marc Van Peteghem: We had been wanting to work with the shipyard for several years. The spirit of the Outremer catamarans and their owners was an inspiration to us all, we feel on the same wavelength. One of the key elements in the specifications – speed – brought us straight home to one of our strongest suits – racing. And the corresponding facet – that of a major journey – was something we can relate to from a personal standpoint. Then, the perspective of working once again with Patrick Le Quément, 10 years after our teamwork with Renault on the Concept Cat, was sheer pleasure.
Q.: How did the collaboration between VPLP, Patrick Le Quément and the Outremer Yachting shipyards work out?
MVP: The design stage was a long and important phase. It was as fascinating as it was crucial. Working from the specs developed by the shipyard, we explored the different values to be expressed by the boat: performance, class, fluidity, contemporary, reassuring … and the aesthetics quite naturally came out of this approach. Designing this boat, we once again clearly saw that naval architecture design is a cohesive approach that is built upon the values inherent to the boat.
Q.: To that point, what are the assets contributed by a firm such as VPLP to such a project?
MVP: I would say experience and tools. With respect to performance for example, we had to find the right balance between good speed and a very safe boat, one that would never create a dangerous situation. This then entails positioning all the cursers we have exactly where they need to be, exactly where we want them. Our multi-hull racing experience is an unrivalled asset here. The tools developed for racing are put to work here with the slightly different objective of proficient cruising. They provide for highly accurate monitoring of all the parameters, in particular the crucial spec of weight, which was perfectly complied with thanks to both outstanding collaboration with the yard and our own extremely painstaking work.
Q.: And for you, what are the real highlights of the Outremer 5X project?
MVP: First of all, thanks to the low outfitting density there is a very interesting length/mass ratio which gives rise to incomparable performances and highly reassuring seagoing qualities.
The proportions are lovely. The Outremer 5X is long for the weight, or light for her size, depending on how you want to look at it. Front beam and mast farther aft, long bows, ensure excellent seaworthiness and good reactivity even in light breezes.
Next I would say that the aesthetics are particularly successful. The form that Patrick Le Quément gave to the hull gives rise to a feeling of power and asserts a strong personality. The roof gives it the Outremer family resemblance yet has slightly changed, becoming more refined. Actually, I am rather proud of this boat if I do say so myself! (laughs)
Q. Let’s let our imaginations take over a bit … if you were lent the Outremer 5X for a year, what would you do?
MVP: I’d begin with a trip around the Mediterranean, taking advantage of the crossing speeds to spend a lot of time on land. I would love to explore the cultural diversity there is to be seen. Then I would really like to go back to the Pacific. And then, taking a slight detour, I would sail to Indonesia!
Outremer 5X: first sea trial
Today, in front of La Grande Motte, our new flagship had her first sea trial: promising...
TWS around 10 knots, Mainsail and Jib, then Gennaker, no pecial effort, but SOG is allready 14 knots: promising...
Have a look to the exclusive first pictures here:
Outremer 5X: A dream's story
Outremer 5X: it's a dream's story.
Outremer 5X: here she goes...
By polar temperature but under a magnificent sunshine, the Outremer 5X touched the water for the first time this morning. What a day for the conceptors, the builders and, of course, the owner. The beginning of a nice and long story on every seas
Followed live by many impatient sailors on twitter, the operations ran perfectly well. Perfectly on line with the scheduled weight, with her incredebly nice rotating mast, she is as sporty as reassuring.
You may live the best moments of this memorable day, thanks to the very nice pictures by Gilles Foucras:
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And from now till April 15th, discover every week on our website an exclusive feature of our new flagship.
Outremer 5X on stage Live!
After months of creation, engineering, building, and a last full week of hard work, the Outremer Yachting Team is ready to launch the new flagship of the Yard.
If the weather is fine, it could even be as early as Monday February the 6th in the morning. Follow this event live on Twitter or Facebook: full report and exclusive pictures, enjoy every minute of this exciting time.
3rd Edition International Multihull Fair in Lorient
Outremer Yachting will attend to the 2012 Atlantic coast edition of the International Multihull Fair. This boat Show will take place on the Esplanade de la Cité de la Voile Eric Tabarly in Lorient during 5 days from April 18 - 22.
It is a special and unique event in that it alternates between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean.
Since the first edition in 2010, it has more than justified its international status, becoming the unmissable multihull meeting place.
The Cité de la Voile Eric Tabarly is a significantly appropriate venue. With the support of our private and business partners, it contributes to the success of the Show, which this year takes place alongside other international events.
You can be certain that everyone will be present at Lorient 2012.
See you there between the 18 and 22 April!
Outremer Yachting at Miami Boat Show
From 16th to 20th february, Outremer Yachting will attend the Miami Boat Show.
An Outremer 49 will be presented during this fair, come to visit us!
The Outremer 49 Best Boat in USA
The American Sail Magazine just announce its "Best Boats" 2012. The Outremer 49 is elected "Best Boat 2012" in its category "Deck and Cockpit Layout"!
After the reward of "European Yacht of the ear 2010" title, this honour strengthens the international recognition which Outremer 49 enjoys. This recognition by professionals is combined with a true success for customers around the world; in fact more than 20 yachts have already been sold in more than 10 countries!
Here are the key points identified by the journalists after the sea trial during several days:
The deck layout:"After a few hundred miles sailing this boat we found nothing about its deck layout we wanted to change", "One or two crew can manage the boat easily "
Tillers: "Our favorite features were the three different stations - tillers outboard on each hull (each with a comfy steering seat), plus a conventional bulkhead-mounted wheel" "It truly is an ideal arrangement".
Lear more:
-http://www.sailmagazine.com/best-boats-2012-outremer-49
-http://www.catamaran-outremer.com
Paris & Dusseldorf Nautic Fair
For this 51st edition of the "autic", Allures Yachting, Garcia Yachting and Outremer Yachting shipyards get together under the banner of the Grand Large Yachting stand, the hub of blue water sailing.
Various animations will be proposed on our stand (Hall 1 - G 40) during the show.
First, the famous sailor and writer Jimmy Cornell will sign copies of his new book 'The Cornell's Ocean Atlas' on Saturday 3 December between 16:00 and 18:00 on our stand. We expect many of you will want to come to this signing session and ask pertinent questions to Jimmy Cornell.
Also, on the occasion of the Owner's evening, we will have the pleasure of welcoming the navigator Sébastien Roubinet who will tell us all about his extraordinary adventure when sailing the northwest passage and his attempt to cross the Arctic Ocean on his catamaran Babouche!
A boatshow is also of course the best opportunity to visit the exhibitor's yachts. This year, we are putting on show a 2-cabin and technical space version of our Allures 45, ready to take to sea fully equiped for long distance cruising and diving.
Out of respect for the owners who are kind enough to lend their yachts for the show, the number of people allowed on board will be limited. This may cause visitors to have to wait occasionally. That's why we invite you to make an appointment in order to get the best service without queuing. We thank you in advance.
To confirm your visit, please contact: anne.delamarre@catamaran-outremer.com - 06 19 22 36 90
Outremer Yachting will also be present during the Dusseldorf Boat Show (21st to 29th January 2012, Hall 15 stand A25).
The Ocean Atlas of Jimmy Cornell
Jimmy Cornell, the long distance voyager and author of many books concerning long distance cruising, publishes a new atlas of Pilot-Charts.
The Pilot-charts are charts and maps indicating the wind conditions and ocean currentslikely towards given direction, on monthly basis. Traditionally, the pilot charts are based on data compiled from more than 100 years.
The accelerated climate changes from the latter years have provided these imprecise information and sometimes even erroneous.
After having the most relevant possible forecasts, Jimmy Cornell has used the weather data gathered by a meteorological satellite network over the last twenty years.
It results in a precise and exhaustive collection of new pilot charts, representing more conditions than the sailor meets today while navigating.
Directly excited with this approach, the Grand Large Yachting group is proud of being able to support this project.
Jimmy Cornell shall sign the first copies in France for the Nautic fair, at the Voiles&Voiliers booth, as well as in our booth on Saturday, 3rd December from 4PM to 6PM.
Outremer 5X: Bridging
After the spectacular removal of the mould of the Outremer 5X deck, the bridging has been carried out this week. Now, the volume and organisation of this exceptional unit can be seen.
The Yacht shall be launched at the end of January and the first sea trials will be at the beginning of March.
Meanwhile, the visitors of of the Grand Large Yachting stand iat the Nautic Fair shall have the oppotunity to discover the pictures of the new Outremer 5X!
New service points of Grand Large Yachting
For always accompanying you at the best in your voyages and along primary sea routes, Grand Large extends its network of service points with a new point in New Caledonia and another in Fidji islands. These service points are there to meet all your requirements in these intermediate stops of grand voyage (maintenance, repair, refit...)
Outremer 5X : Démoulage du pont
Yesterday afternoon we toke off the mould of the Outremer 5 X deck
You can discover the pictures on our Facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Outremer-Yachting/102688686507811
Outremer Cup 2012 Edition
The Outremer Cup is the annual rendez-vous where Outremer's catalarans owner can meet together during a very friendly regatta.
This regatta bring together more and more participants from diferent nationalities every year, and became an event that cannot be ignored for the Outremer community.
This year, The Outremer Cup will take place from May 17th to 20th 2012. Book your weekend!
Do not hesitate to contact us
anne.delamarre@catamaran-outremer.com - +334 67 56 28 88
Outremer Yachting at the Paris Nautic Fair
From 3rd to 11th Decmeber 2011, the Paris Nautic Exhibition open its doors and welcome all the sailing passionates.Outremer Yachting invites you to visit its Blue water cruising booth, Hall 1 booth G40.
Associates in Grand Large Yachting Group, Outremer, Allures and Garcia, will welcome you in a unique space, fully dedicated to blue water cruising, the Grand Large Café area.
The group organise an owner evening during the boat Show, in order to allow sailing passionates to share in an area dedicated to Blue Water Cruising.
The evening will take place on Saturday 10th december from 6pm to 8:45pm. This year, Sébastien Roubinet, skipper of the Babouche Catamaran, crossed the North-West in 2007.
More information here: http://www.sebroubinet.eu/ or http://www.babouche-expe.eu
To confirm your visit please contact Anne - +334 67 56 28 88 or anne.delamarre@catamaran-outremer.com
Outremer Yachting on Facebook
The first news on Facebook
Outremer Yachting created its own Facebook page and is now member of this famous sociall network website!
To make the sharing of information easier, we have opened a page on Facebook dedicated to the news of the Outremer Yachting shipyard.
Dates of boatshows, new models, launches, you will be able to follow the news of the shipyard in real time at first glance!
Of course, your comments and reactions to the published articles are always welcome.
Become a fan http://www.facebook.com/pages/Outremer-Yachting/102688686507811 and discover the last news of the shipyard and the pictures of the Outremer 5X!
Outremer Yachting already has its first fans:
https://www.facebook.com/NauticExpo
New videos online
The Outremer Yachting youtube page has new videos online!
Follow the link http://www.youtube.com/user/CatamaranOutremer to discover a new way of sailing with Outremer Catamarans ...
Take note sliding sports lovers!
Discover also the shipyard where are built our Catamarans http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeAFeTJwdZk
Outremer Yachting during the Boat&Yacht Show Season
During Boat Shows season, Outremer will presents Outremer 49 in several countries, here below is a brief:
Cannes - 6th to 11th September 2011
Southampton - 15th to 25th September 2011
Gênes - 1st to 10th October 2011
Annapolis - 6th to 10th Octobrer 2011
Barcelone - 5th to 13th November 2011
Genève - 3rd to 5th November 2011
Paris - 3rd to 11th December 2011
Dusseldorf - 21st to 29th January 2012
News from Outremer 5X
The first Outremer 5X production already started for 2 months.
The first Outremer 5X production already started for 2 months. After the infusion process and the hulls assembling, we are now removing the moulds. We are now able to discover the thin curves designed by VPLP and Patrick le Quément. We look forward to see her performance on water at the end of November.
Changes in the Outremer Team!
Welcome to Hervé Leconte who is going to replace François Tregouet as Marketing and Commercial Manager, who left towards new professional challenges.
Welcome to Hervé Leconte who is going to replace François Tregouet as Marketing and Commercial Manager, who left towards new professional challenges.
Hervé is back from a sabbatical year with his family around the Atlantic Ocean in Teoula, an Outremer 45. He will be glad to share his experience with all the candidates for blue water cruising.
Outremer Cup 2011
In spite of the wet weather the first days, the Outremer Cup 2011 was held like always in good humour.
In spite of the wet weather the first days, the Outremer Cup 2011 was held like always in good mood.
Among coastal legs and technical legs, the Catamarans in the fray this year experienced a “tactical” regatta with tight and regular times.
On the Podium this year “Wally Wallou”, “Free Lance” and an Outremer 49 in the third place. A big cheer for them!
Cheer also for the other crews which defended themselves very well this year! Thank you to all the participants, to the YCGM, the City of La Grande Motte, our partners and see you in 2012 for next Edition!
May 21st: 3rd Grand Large Yachting Seminar
After Jimmy Cornell in 2009 and 2010, Nicolas Berenger was the guest star of this now traditional Paris day.
After Jimmy Cornell in 2009 and 2010, Nicolas Berenger was the guest star of this now traditional Paris day. Topic of this session: the weather: basics, influence on your journey, main seasons around the globe, weather forecast on board, bad conditions... all topics have been studied carefully by a passionate and serious audience.
About forty Outremer, Allures and Garcia owners had also interesting exchanges during the lunch, and had finally the opportunity to discover the new service by Pascal Guiraudou (reknown Outremer 45 Imagine skipper, see his website in our grand voyage section, here), Assistance to start your circumnavigation project, in exclusive cooperation with Grand Large Yachting Group.
2011 SANCTUARY COVE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
For the first time ever, Outremer Yachting is happy to welcome you in Australia.
For the first time ever, Outremer Yachting is happy to welcome you in Australia.
Beteween May 19th and May the 22nd, come and meet us in the Superyacht Hall Stand 377.
We look forward to share with you our passion for ocean going performing catamarans.
La Grande Motte The Multihull Fair 2011
During four days La Grande Motte accommodated for the first time the Mediterranean version of this unique Multihull Fair in the world and the city became the privileged place for multihull passionate. On a total of 16.000 visitors, the very high percentage of 35% foreign visitors validates the statute of International fair. From all European country but also from Russia, Ukraine, Asia and North and South America, the visitors thus could visit our shipyard and discover our Outremer 49 with sail tests. Outremer Yachting cordially thanks all the Fair visitors. The next edition of the Multihull Fair will take place in Lorient in April 2012.
Partners and owners night
At the end of the Multihull Fair in the Grande Motte, the Outremer Yachting team organized the partners and owners night at the shipyard, in our production boathouse.
Outremer Yachting at the International Multihulls Boat Show – 2011 Mediterranean Edition.
This year, the must-see event for multihulls passionate will take place at La Grande Motte from April 14th to April 17th 2011.
The second edition of the International Multihull Boat Show will ties to Mediterranean Sea, Outremer Yachting’s fief.
This boat show is a major event for Outremer team since we will give to our visitors a very warm welcome. Shipyard visits will be organized every evening, and an Outremer 49 has docked will be presented to the visitors.
This Fair will also be the opportunity for Outremer Yachting to take the wraps off the new Outremer 5X. New flagship for our company, she is proud to relieve the legendary Outremer 55. She will be faster that this latter, market reference on this topic for over a decade, in a new modern comfort, based on the Outremer 49 success. First launch: end of 2011.
Outremer Yachting at Boot Düsseldorf (22-30 Jan)
From January 22nd till January 30th, Outremer Yachting will be happy to welcome you at Boot Düsseldorf 2011, first European Boat Show.
From January 22nd till January 30th, Outremer Yachting will be happy to welcome you at Boot Düsseldorf 2011, first European Boat Show. Come and see us Hall 15 Stand A25, and know more about the Outremer 49, or discover the new Outremer 5x. We are impatient to know more on your projects: performance and/or blue water cruising, we will always be happy to help your dream comes true.
Outremer TV
Outremer Yachting has now its own TV Channel on You Tube.
Outremer Yachting has now its own TV Channel on You Tube. Discover in preview showing the Outremer 5X plug set up, but also images from the sea of the OUtremer 49, and travels souvenirs.
Follow the link Outremer TV
This channel has been set uip in order to group images together of our beloved Catamarn Outremer that sail throught the seven seas. Do not hesitate to share your most beautifull videos with us.
Happy New Year 2011
The Outremer Yachting Team wishes you a Happy New Year 2011 ! !
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2011
Dear sea, sailing and freedom lovers, we wish you sailing feelings, travel projects, and many other dreams for 2011 ! !
Follow us on our weblog www.grandlargecafe.com or on our website www.catamaran-outremer.com
Thanks to all our visitors during the NAUTIC Fair in Paris
The Outremer Yachting team is glad to thank all the Grand Large Yachting booth visitors during the PARIS NAUTIC Fair last December.
The Outremer Yachting team is glad to thank all the Grand Large Yachting booth visitors during the PARIS NAUTIC Fair last December.
The Blue Water Cruising booth, a real extension from the weblog www.grandlargecafe.com fully dedicated to blue water cruising, has been widely visited. The presentations and discussions organised on the booth have been very successfull. The round the world trip presented by Alessendro Di Benedetto during the owner evening also met a large interest.
The discussion presentend by a Alidade owners, just back from a sabbatical year (13 000 NM) on an Outremer 49 also left its mark on spirits.
You can find out these presentations on our weblog www.grandlargecafe.com
This Fair has also been the opportunity for Outremer Yachting to take the wraps off the new Outremer 5X. New flagship for our company, she is proud to relieve the legendary Outremer 55. She will be faster that this latter, market reference on this topic for over a decade, in a new modern comfort, based on the Outremer 49 success. First launch : end of 2011. The exposition of the new hydro generator Watt&Sea, developed in cooperation with Outremer Yachting also aroused a lot of interests.
Outremer Yachting at the 50 th Paris Boat Show
The Blue Water Cruising stand. Associates in Grand Large Yachting Group, Outremer, Allures and Garcia, pioneer to welcome you in a unique space, fully dedicated to blue water cruising. This 300 sqm area is organized around the Grand Large Café, a real extension for the Show duration of our blog www.grandlargecafe.com. New Outremer 5X. This show will be the opportunity for Outremer Yachting to take the wraps off the new Outremer 5X. New flagship for our company, she is proud to relieve the legendary Outremer 55. She will be faster that this latter, market reference on this topic for over a decade, in a new modern comfort, based on the Outremer 49 success. First launch : end of 2011.
The Blue Water Cruising stand.
Associates in Grand Large Yachting Group, Outremer, Allures and Garcia, pioneer to welcome you in a unique space, fully dedicated to blue water cruising. This 300 sqm area is organized around the Grand Large Café, a real extension for the Show duration of our blog www.grandlargecafe.com
03-12 December - Paris Porte de Versailles – Hall 1 – Stand J41
Various events are organized too, so we may all share our passion for sailing:
- Book signing and advices by the famous circumnavigator Jimmy Cornell on Saturday December the 4th from noon to 7:00pm
- Presentation and discussion with a family that starts a new life aboard an Allures 51 on Tuesday December the 7th at 11:00am (Booking compulsory)
- Presentation and discussion with a family just back from a sabbatical year (13 000 NM) on an Outremer 49 - Friday December the 10th at 03:00pm (Booking compulsory)
- Exposition and explanations around the new hydro generator Watt & Sea, developed in cooperation with Outremer Yachting.
New Outremer 5X
This show will be the opportunity for Outremer Yachting to take the wraps off the new Outremer 5X. New flagship for our company, she is proud to relieve the legendary Outremer 55. She will be faster that this latter, market reference on this topic for over a decade, in a new modern comfort, based on the Outremer 49 success. First launch : end of 2011.
To receive your personal invitations, register for the events please call or email :
François TREGOUET: contact@catamaran-outremer.com / +33 (0)4 67 56 28 88
Outremer 49 at La Rochelle Boat Show
With over 100 000 sqm, the La Rochelle Boat Show is one of the leading on-water Shows. It's is also one of the most sympathic, for the audience as well as for the exhibitors. It's in this dynamic place that, for the first time on the Atlantic Coast, Outremer Yachting will show the Outremer 49, Elected European Yacht of the Year 2010. Come and see her Pontoon 15, place 13. For more information, or booking a visit, or receive your personal invitation, feel fre to call us or email us: f.tregouet@catamaran-outremer.com / 04 67 56 28 88
With over 100 000 sqm, the La Rochelle Boat Show is one of the leading on-water Shows. It's is also one of the most sympathic, for the audience as well as for the exhibitors.
It's in this dynamic place that, for the first time on the Atlantic Coast, Outremer Yachting will show the Outremer 49, Elected European Yacht of the Year 2010.
For more information, or booking a visit, or receive your personal invitation, feel fre to call us or email us: f.tregouet@catamaran-outremer.com / 04 67 56 28 88
Cannes Boat and Yacht Show
Europe’s leading in-water exhibition, the International Boat and Yacht Show is a unique venue. This extraordinary event takes place in Cannes from 8-13 September. Outremer Yachting, like every year, will welcome you in this magnificent setting, to show you the new Outremer 49 ‘Sport’ version. For more information, or booking your visit, or receiving your personal invitation, please contact François : f.tregouet@catamaran-outremer.com / +33 (0)4 67 56 28 88
Europe’s leading in-water exhibition, the International Boat and Yacht Show is a unique venue. This extraordinary event takes place in Cannes from 8-13 September.
Outremer Yachting, like every year, will welcome you in this magnificent setting, to show you the new Outremer 49 ‘Sport’ version.
For more information, or booking your visit, or receiving your personal invitation, please contact François : f.tregouet@catamaran-outremer.com / +33 (0)4 67 56 28 88
Outremer Cup 2010
Great edition for the Outremer shipyard 25th Anniversary: 16 catamarans, 140 crew members, and four days of nice racing with cool atmosphere ashore. A more and more international venue with yachts coming from Sweden, USA, Tahïti, Germany and even Brasil! Thanks to a fresh but nice weather, with increasing wind from 5 to 35 knts, everybody enjoyed runs over 20 knots in total peace of mind. At the end the winner is 'Free Lance', for her second entry. Her crew of fine racers, coming from sport catamarans (F18) has been the most regular. Congratulations! At last, she made a remarkable first Cup, the new 49 won the first race and could have finished on the podium without a nav mistake in race 4. Lot of nice pictures by Gilles Foucras here. Thank you all for coming, organisation or help and see you in 2011!
Great edition for the Outremer shipyard 25th Anniversary: 16 catamarans, 140 crew members, and four days of nice racing with cool atmosphere ashore. A more and more international venue with yachts coming from Sweden, USA, Tahïti, Germany and even Brasil!
Thanks to a fresh but nice weather, with increasing wind from 5 to 35 knts, everybody enjoyed runs over 20 knots in total peace of mind.
At the end the winner is 'Free Lance', for her second entry. Her crew of fine racers, coming from sport catamarans (F18) has been the most regular. Congratulations!
At last, she made a remarkable first Cup, the new 49 won the first race and could have finished on the podium without a nav mistake in race 4.
Lot of nice pictures by Gilles Foucras here. Thank you all for coming, organisation or help and see you in 2011!
Palma de Mallorca Boat Show
In cooperation with our Spanish Dealer, Wind Barcelona, Outremer Yachting will be at the 27th Palma Boat Show, April 24th May 2nd, with Outremer 49 #03. All this thanks to her Brasilian owner, who will sail around the Med for the Summer, and will then cross the Atlantic to reach her home port, Angra dos Reis, not far from Sao Paulo or Rio de Janeiro, but very close to the magnificent bay of Ilha Grande.
In cooperation with our Spanish Dealer, Wind Barcelona, Outremer Yachting will be at the 27th Palma Boat Show, April 24th May 2nd, with Outremer 49 #03.
All this thanks to her Brasilian owner, who will sail around the Med for the Summer, and will then cross the Atlantic to reach her home port, Angra dos Reis, not far from Sao Paulo or Rio de Janeiro, but very close to the magnificent bay of Ilha Grande.
First Lorient Multihulls Boat Show
We will be pleased to welcome you on the Outremer Yachting stand during the 1st Multihulls Boat Show, April 15-18 in Lorient. Come and discover the Outremer Catamarans range, including the Outremer 49, just elected European Yacht of the Year 2010, thanks to 360° virtual visits, videos, pictures, and the unique Outremer Yachting world:Outremer Cup, Grand Large taining, Grand Large Services...
We will be pleased to welcome you on the Outremer Yachting stand during the 1st Multihulls Boat Show, April 15-18 in Lorient.
Come and discover the Outremer Catamarans range, including the Outremer 49, just elected European Yacht of the Year 2010, thanks to 360° virtual visits, videos, pictures, and the unique Outremer Yachting world:Outremer Cup, Grand Large taining, Grand Large Services...
While we are freezing...
Our old continent faces the strongest winter since 1987, but we received these pictures from Alidade, Outremer 49 number 1. They left Barcelona, just after the show, late November. The happy owners family on board, enjoys now the nice Grenada Islands sun shine. After calling in Gibraltar, Canarias Islands, and Cape Verde, they crossed the Atlantic in ten days, in perfect osmosis with the elements and their cat. Today in the Grenada islands, they enjoy the fantastic speed potential of their Outremer 49, to cross from one island to another between 12 and 14 knots, having more time to discover the hinterland. They should be back home in Cherbourg by the summer, but we shouldn't anticipate too much as there is still so much to discover...
Our old continent faces the strongest winter since 1987, but we received these pictures from Alidade, Outremer 49 number 1.
As they left Barcelona, just after the show, late November, the happy owners family on board, enjoys now the nice Grenada sun shine.
After calling in Gibraltar, Canarias Islands, and Cape Verde, they crossed the Atlantic in ten days, in perfect osmosis with the elements and their cat.
Today in the Grenadas islands, they enjoy the fantastic speed potential of their Outremer 49, to cross from one island to another between 12 and 14 knots, having more time to discover the hinterland.
They should be back home in Cherbourg by the summer, but we shouldn't anticipate too much as there is still so much to discover...
More Service
In order to give the best possible answers to our owners expectations, Outremer decided in association with Allures Yachting, to create a specific company, fully dedicated to match all their requests. With this sister company, Grand Large Services, Outremer Yachting increase the quality and the reactivity of its after-sale service, while answering more and more complex demands of its owners. Worldwide, Grand Large Services will be beside you. JP Balmes will give you an answer within 24 open hours maximum for: ° Maintenance - Convoyage - Repairs - Refit - Advice and training ° Yacht preparation before long range cruisin… Your contact : services@catamaran-outremer.com
In order to give the best possible answers to our owners expectations, Outremer decided in association with Allures Yachting, to create a specific company, fully dedicated to match all their requests.
With this sister company, Grand Large Services, Outremer Yachting increase the quality and the reactivity of its after-sale service, while answering more and more complex demands of its owners.
Worldwide, Grand Large Services will be beside you. JP Balmes will give you an answer within 24 open hours maximum for:
° Maintenance - Convoyage - Repairs - Refit - Advice and training
° Yacht preparation before long range cruisin…
Your contact : services@catamaran-outremer.com
OUTREMER 49 - European Yacht of the Year 2010
On Saturday January 23rd, day one of the Düsseldorf Boat Show, it was time to know the results for the European Yacht of the Year Awards. Gathered by the German Sailing Magazine 'Yacht', 11 journalists, coming from all over Europe, tested in November the nominated yachts, and elected the Outremer 49 as the European Yacht of the Year 2010! Just two years after the gathering with Allures Yachting, and when at the same time the Hull N°1 was arriving on the other side of the Atlantic sailing the last days at 12 knts in average per day, it's a fantastic reward for all the work accomplished to make the fantastic Outremer concept going ahead again. Many thanks to all who worked hard on this project: conceptors (Barreau - Neuman architects, The Franck Darnet Design team, and the Outremer Yachting Design Strudio), the production staff who worked hard this summer to deliver in time a beautiful boat, and last, but not least, all the owners who chose the Outremer 49 to accomplish their dream! PS: please note that you may now follow the Outremer Yachting news live on Twitter.
On Saturday January 23rd, day one of the Düsseldorf Boat Show, it was time to know the results for the European Yacht of the Year Awards.
Gathered by the German Sailing Magazine 'Yacht', 11 journalists, coming from all over Europe, tested in November the nominated yachts, and elected the Outremer 49 as the European Yacht of the Year 2010!
Just two years after the gathering with Allures Yachting, and when at the same time the Hull N°1 was arriving on the other side of the Atlantic sailing the last days at 12 knts in average per day, it's a fantastic reward for all the work accomplished to make the fantastic Outremer concept going ahead again.
Many thanks to all who worked hard on this project: conceptors (Barreau - Neuman architects, The Franck Darnet Design team, and the Outremer Yachting Design Strudio), the production staff who worked hard this summer to deliver in time a beautiful boat, and last, but not least, all the owners who chose the Outremer 49 to accomplish their dream!
PS: please note that you may now follow the Outremer Yachting news live on Twitter.
2010 BOAT SHOWS START
First important boat show of the year in Europe, Outremer Yachting had to be here in Germarny, at the Düsseldorf Boat Show. We will be delighted to welcome you Hall 16 / A51. Come and tell us what you expect from a blue water catamaran, and we will do out best to fulfill your dreams! We will be also at the following venues: Venezzia 18 -21 March and Lorient 14-18 April.
First important boat show of the year in Europe, Outremer Yachting had to be here in Germarny, at the Düsseldorf Boat Show.
We will be delighted to welcome you Hall 16 / A51.
Come and tell us what you expect from a blue water catamaran, and we will do out best to fulfill your dreams!
We will be also at the following venues: Venezzia (Italy) 18 -21 March and Lorient (France) 14-18 April.
HAPPY NEW YEAR
Outremer Yachting wish you all the best for 2010!
Paris Boat Show
Outremer Yachting would like to thank all our visitors of the Paris Boat Show 2009. Many of you came to know more on what seems to be the new star for fast ocean cruising: the Outremer 49. Your interest comforts us in following the path that made Outremer worldwide known - simplicity, speed and seaworthiness - with an additional little touch of comfort, ergonomy and design, that can't be forgotten on a XXIst century yacht. Before meeting you in 2010 to celebrate the shipyard 25th anniversary, we wish you a merry christmas and allready a happy new year!
Outremer Yachting would like to thank all our visitors of the Paris Boat Show 2009. Many of you came to know more on what seems to be the new star for fast ocean cruising: the Outremer 49. Your interest comforts us in following the path that made Outremer worldwide known - simplicity, speed and seaworthiness - with an additional little touch of comfort, ergonomy and design, that can't be forgotten on a XXIst century yacht.
Before meeting you in 2010 to celebrate the shipyard 25th anniversary, we wish you a merry christmas and allready a happy new year!
First Outremer 49 ceremony
Under a bright sunshine, over a hundred guests attended Saturday 24th October, the new Outremer 49 baptism ceremony. A few days before their departure for a round Atlantic trip, the owners of 'Alidade' saw with relief, famous skipper Kito de Pavant, breaking the traditional Champagne bottle on his first attempt! God bless 'Alidade' and her crew, and as quoted by Xavier Desmarest - Outremer Yachting CEO, you have just one duty: "Let us dream!"
Under a bright sunshine, over a hundred guests attended Saturday 24th October, the new Outremer 49 baptism ceremony.
A few days before their departure for a round Atlantic trip, the owners of 'Alidade' saw with relief, famous skipper Kito de Pavant, breaking the traditional Champagne bottle on his first attempt!
God bless 'Alidade' and her crew, and as quoted by Xavier Desmarest - Outremer Yachting CEO, you have just one duty: "Let us dream!"
First Outremer 49 launching
It's always a special time for a shipyard, the launch of a brand new model. From her exit of the assembly hall to the first sea trial, download the first pictures available of the new Outremer 49 release. 27/08 first sea trial....astonishing in these light winds! Few pictures taken spot before the official ones! 25/08 mast on 07.20 pm: Reality is just perfectly online with the design 07.15 pm: Touching the water 06.45 pm: Starboard...on the road 06.30 pm: First deck overlook at day light 06.15 pm: Outremer 49 just outside the shipyard
It's always a special time for a shipyard, the launch of a brand new model. From her exit of the assembly hall to the first sea trial, download the first pictures available of the new Outremer 49 release.
27/08 Update: first sea trial....astonishing in these light winds! Few pictures taken spot here http://dl.free.fr/jQ0BzplXM, there http://dl.free.fr/jo44r4EhB and there http://dl.free.fr/jt6TYzO3g... before the official ones!
25/08 update: mast on - download HR picture from http://dl.free.fr/tlVrEGaYV
07.20 pm: Reality is just perfectly online with the design - download HR picture from http://dl.free.fr/rSXVSd9F5
07.15 pm: Touching the water - download HR picture from http://dl.free.fr/oq8lYoCJb
06.45 pm: Starboard...on the road - download HR picture from http://dl.free.fr/g3mR1ql1v
06.30 pm: First deck overlook at day light - download HR picture from http://dl.free.fr/gHOyVXw1b
06.15 pm: Outremer 49 just outside the shipyard - download HR picture from http://dl.free.fr/o8l1nP2pt
Outremer 49 nominated for the European Yacht of the Year award
Not yet launched but allready honored! Before her first show in Cannes(9-14 Sept.), our new catamaran is selected among the finalists for the prestigious European Yacht of the Year Award in the "Multihulls' Category. This means, according to Jochen Rieker, YACHT Magazine Editor and Election coordinator, that "she has been ranked as one of the most interesting and promising newcomers of her class." The judges, made up from 11 yachting magazines across Europe, will test the nominated boats in September in Ijmuiden (NL) or in November in Barcelona (SP). This is the 7th edition of the award, and the winner will be announced at the Düsseldorf boat show in January 2010.
Not yet launched but allready honored! Before her first show in Cannes(9-14 Sept.), our new catamaran is selected among the finalists for the prestigious European Yacht of the Year Award in the "Multihulls' Category.
This means, according to Jochen Rieker, YACHT Magazine Editor and Election coordinator, that "she has been ranked as one of the most interesting and promising newcomers of her class."
The judges, made up from 11 yachting magazines across Europe, will test the nominated boats in September in Ijmuiden (NL) or in November in Barcelona (SP).
This is the 7th edition of the award, and the winner will be announced at the Düsseldorf boat show in January 2010.
First Cruising Seminar for Outremer owners
Outremer Yachting and Allures Yachting shipyards organized jointly in Paris on the 18th of July the first seminar dedicated to preparation for a sea voyage. About twenty Outremer and Allures owners, all expecting to leave within the next 12 months, received precious advices from Jimmy Cornell and Geoffroy de Bouillane. Jimmy Cornell, with 3 round the world trips on every seas, is the reference author for sailors with best sellers such as 'World Cruising Routes' or 'World Cruising Handbook' Geoffroy de Bouillane reported in his book "Un temps pour un rêve’’, his exeprience about one sabbatical year with his family across the Atlantic on an Outremer 45. They answered participants questions on many subjects such as: route planning, practical aspects of life onboard, administration procedures, teaching children... Both sailors shared their exeprience, including their initial fears and the magic moments they lived afterwards; travelogue widely illustrated with photos and anecdotes, made everybody feelling the fresh breeze of ocean going trips! Owners crossed their opinions and debated largely on the many questions that always appear when the D-Day for leaving comes. As participants where delighted with this first experience, more seminars will be organised on various subjects, but still within the "long distance cruising pole" created by the matching of Outremer and Allures.
Outremer Yachting and Allures Yachting shipyards organized jointly in Paris on the 18th of July the first seminar dedicated to preparation for a sea voyage.
About twenty Outremer and Allures owners, all expecting to leave within the next 12 months, received precious advices from Jimmy Cornell and Geoffroy de Bouillane.
Jimmy Cornell, with 3 round the world trips on every seas, is the reference author for sailors with best sellers such as 'World Cruising Routes' or 'World Cruising Handbook'
Geoffroy de Bouillane reported in his book "Un temps pour un rêve’’, his exeprience about one sabbatical year with his family across the Atlantic on an Outremer 45.
They answered participants questions on many subjects such as: route planning, practical aspects of life onboard, administration procedures, teaching children...
Both sailors shared their exeprience, including their initial fears and the magic moments they lived afterwards; travelogue widely illustrated with photos and anecdotes, made everybody feelling the fresh breeze of ocean going trips!
Owners crossed their opinions and debated largely on the many questions that always appear when the D-Day for leaving comes.
As participants where delighted with this first experience, more seminars will be organised on various subjects, but still within the "long distance cruising pole" created by the matching of Outremer and Allures.
2009 Scottish Islands Peaks Race
Outremer 45 'Obedient' won the 2009 Scottish Islands Peaks Race. What a chance for the crew to participate this incredible race in this wonderful country. And for us to read the full report from her owner...
Outremer 45 'Obedient' won the 2009 Scottish Islands Peaks Race. What a chance for the crew to participate this incredible race in this wonderful country. And for us to read the full report from her owner:
"We are delighted to be able to inform you that “Obedient”, an Outremer 45, won the 2009 Scottish Islands Peaks Race starting on 15 May 2009. This race involves both sailing and hill running around the Inner Hebrides. A description of the race is available at http://www.sipr.zetnet.co.uk/intro.htm . The race is for teams of hill runners and sailors over a long weekend around the beautiful West Coast of Scotland. The sailing course of 160 nautical miles includes the strong tides and overfalls of the Corryvreckan and the Mull of Kintyre whilst the runners cover 60 miles and 11,500 ft of climbing.
"Obedient", despite being a cruiser, was in class one, and beat an F 28 trimaran over the first two legs, even winning a tacking duel with the trimaran through the night in very light winds. Unfortunately the conditions off the Mull of Kintyre were very severe, and the F 28 got caught in very bad tidal overfalls, and retired on the third of four sailing legs. Despite the race being mainly upwind, sailing times were better than a J124, an X412, a J 44 and a Maramu 52. The overall sailing time was 22 hours 47 minutes and six seconds which was quicker than a very well sailed J124; however we sailed very conservatively after the trimaran retired, avoiding breakages in the heavy conditions, as our overall lead was over four hours. Total race time was less than the magical 36 hours overall, at 35h: 48m: 25 seconds, compared to the second placed boat which took 40h:2m:30s. This is an average of 7kts, which includes the time taken for the runners to leave the checkout, get picked up by dinghy and set off, as well as dropping them off the dinghy and rowing ashore to the checkpoint at each of the mountains as well as Oban and Troon.
This is the second fastest time ever in the history of the race. That was achieved by a Nic Bailey designed 40 foot ocean racing trimaran (Mollymawk ex. MTC) in mainly reaching conditions.
Of 48 starters, only 15 finished because of poor weather conditions. This result is a tribute to the speed and seakeeping qualities of Outremer catamarans, and to their comfort in which we were able to keep the runners well fed, rested while on board and (in the main) free of seasickness. Tribute also to the runners, Donald and Ray, who came second in the runners. Ray had only had one week's notice to participate in the race.
The moral of the story – if you want a fast cruise round the West Coast of Scotland in incredible speed, comfort, style and safety, buy an Outremer!
Thanks Outremer! Please thank all of your staff who helped build our wonderful catamaran..
Gordon"
OPEN DAY AT OUTREMER YACHTING
Come and learn everything you wish on how building the most reputated fast cruising catamarans...
On Saturday June 13th, Outremer shipyard is yours!
Come and learn everything you wish on how building the most reputated fast cruising catamarans now for 25 years! Everything on the new Outremer 49, to be launched in July and disclosed at Cannes Boat Show (9-14 Sept. 2009). Everything on the last and great evolutions onboard our best seller and now legendary Outremer 45.
For your comfort, please announce your visit, calling François at +33 (0)4 67 56 28 88. See you Saturday June 13th.
OUTREMER CUP - Wally Wallou for ever!
Twelve Outremer catamarans, nice wind, bright sun, 6 races...
What is the Outremer Cup? Take twelve Outremer catamarans, nice wind, bright sun, a hundred guests, 6 races and at the end Wally Wallou wins! Fifth entry and fifth victory for this Outremer 45 who offers the lines honor to her second owner. Pictures, videos and souvenirs are great and for ever! Many many thanks to all sailors and Yacht Club team. See you in 2010 for a special 25th anniversary edition!
OUTREMER CUP 2009 - Sea, Sun and Speed!
A hundred guests were enthusiasts for our blue water cruising catamarans that are able to perform like racers...
From April 30th to May 3rd, we were pleased to welcome with bright sunshine and nice breezes, twelve Outremer from 40 to 64 foot. A hundred guests were enthusiasts for our blue water cruising catamarans that are able to perform like racers! Coastal and tactic races, professionaly organised by La Grande Yacht-Club, allowed everybody to test sailing Outremer catamarans astonishing qualities: close contact races, runs under gennaker at 24 knots... Smile your sailing an Outremer!
Outremer 49: when dreams start to become reality
Building of the first Outremer 49 went through an important step with the infusion of hulls and bridge deck.
Building of the first Outremer 49 went through an important step with the infusion of hulls and bridge deck. Lamination of sandwich bulkheads started immediately and gives now the main shape of what we can forecast with the first sales as the future 'must have' for blue water cruising.
Development and production are strictly on line with the planning, and we are impatient to show you our new flagship at the next Cannes Boatshow (9-14 September 2009).
New Outremer Yachting Web site
The new reference for blue water cruising in catamaran.
The new reference for blue water cruising in catamaran.
After several months of development, you surf now on the latest version of our web site. Of course it includes presentation of our beloved catamarans and of our company, but it will drive you through more dreams in the 'Grand Voyage' menu, more sensations is the 'Performance' area, and even more interactivity with the Outremer Yachting blog.
At last, we paid special attention to our new 'Owner's section', including many exclusive services: follow your catamaran while she is built, locate yourself on our map while cruising around the world, Outremer services, offer your Outremer, for charter in our Charter portal, or for sale, in our dedicated brokerage section.
New interiors for Outremer Catamarans
New interiors: the first Outremer with the interior designed by Franck Darnet Design has come out of our workshops.
New interiors: the first Outremer with the interior designed by Franck Darnet Design has come out of our workshops.
More welcoming, more comfortable, more contemporary, more ergonomic and, thanks to the use of the latest materials, still as light as ever!
To find out all about it, numerous photos of this catamaran are available on our site and there’s a chance to take a virtual 360° tour.
However, the best thing is to contact us to arrange a meeting and come and visit us in person.
Launch of the Outremer 49 catamaran
New Outremer 49: A much awaited symbol of Outremer’s renewal, the 49 is announced for the summer of 2009. Thanks to digital imagery, it is already possible to view both the exterior and the interior of our new favourite.
New Outremer 49: A much awaited symbol of Outremer’s renewal, the 49 is announced for the summer of 2009.
Thanks to digital imagery, it is already possible to view both the exterior and the interior of our new favourite.
As high performance and seaworthy as its predecessors, it will offer numerous innovations in terms of attractiveness, comfort, look and ergonomics. Find out all about the new catamaran in detail.