The MULTIHULL ROWBOAT
A new concept in Ocean Rowing
Inherent stability of the multihull platform means that the hulls can be slender and easily driven. Length/beam ratios much higher than conventional monohull ocean rowboat.
Because rocking is greatly reduced, the rowers efforts are more effective in delivering power to the oar blades. Hands are at even height for a more efficient stroke.
Stable and steady on a sea anchor.
Hinging Crossbeams
allows rowers to adjust ama height with changing load conditions and sea state
ability to right boat if capsized
ORCA is preparing to leave for a David & Goliath race across the Atlantic. ORCA will be racing the current record holder, La Mondiale, for the Transatlantic World Record. They will be leaving the Canaries (West coast of Africa) on December 15th and the race will end in the Caribbean.
The Expedition 30 was developed for Atlantic ORCA as a two person boat to challenge the Transatlantic record set by Harbo & Samuelsen in 1896.
With a shift of plans and timing they now plan to race La Mondiale in December, 2007 for the fastest row across the Atlantic East to West.
ORCA is sponsored by MAS Epoxies. More news here.
ORCA is using Antrim hull designs but not the articulating crossbeams shown above. Their crossbeams and rudder are designed and conceived by Roy Finlay. The trimaran rowboat concept also came from Roy.
Numerous rowing endeavors have been abandoned after the boat has been rolled repeatedly during a storm. While the monohull itself is still safe the crew is battered and unable to continue.
The Antrim trimaran will offer a more stable, protected, environment during a storm. Capsizing is unlikely. In the event the boat is inverted, the crew can sit out the storm safely inside and right her after the worst weather has past.
Earlier concept, a 52 foot boat with six rowing positions.
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the Expedition 30 or a custom design for your special project.