The Transat CIC: A new beginning for Bellion and a return to solo racing for Pedote
For Éric Bellion The Transat CIC, which starts from Lorient bound for New York on Sunday, is a huge moment in his journey to this year’s Vendée Globe.
•••Baptismal name | ABSOLUTE DREAMER 5 |
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Architect | VPLP/ Verdier |
Construction | 2015, Vannes |
Launch date | 9/11/15 |
Former names | St-Michel - Virbac, Ucar-St-Michel |
Skipper | Giancarlo PEDOTE |
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In 2015, the trend was to build boats that were increasingly powerful and light. Saint-Michel-Paprec is part of this new generation equipped with a pair of foils.
Length | 18,28 m |
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Beam | 5,80 m |
Draught | 4,50 m |
Weight | 8 tonnes |
Mast height | 29 m |
Mast type | Mat Aile |
Foils | Yes |
Sail area max. | |
Upwind | 300 m2 |
Downwind | 600 m2 |
For Éric Bellion The Transat CIC, which starts from Lorient bound for New York on Sunday, is a huge moment in his journey to this year’s Vendée Globe.
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