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Dragonfly Trimarans

Dragonfly trimarans for sale.

The Dragonfly 25 is a easily trailerable trimaran for sailors looking for both performance and comfort.

Dragonfly 25.

The Dragonfly 28 is an excellent trailerable trimaran built for performance and cruising comfort.

Dragonfly 28.

The Dragonfly 32 is the perfect combination between family cruising, racing, and offshore adventures.

Dragonfly 32.

The all-new Dragonfly 40 Performance Cruiser is a cutting edge design with a spacious cockpit and stylish interior.

Dragonfly 40, dragonfly trimarans for sale in the us.

Dragonfly Trimarans are built in Denmark to extremely high standards by Quorning Boats. The current Dragonfly range extends from the trailerable 25 and 28 footers, up to the larger 32 and 40 foot models. All Dragonfly Trimarans employ their hallmark “swing wing” system for retracting the floats for docking or in the case of the 25 and 28 for easy trailering. One feature of this system is that the floats remain in the vertical orientation, which is an advantage when keeping the boat in a slip because it eliminates the issue of fouling of the outside surfaces of the floats. Another hallmark of Dragonfly trimarans is their attention to detail in the interior design and finish, creating a beautiful comfortable place to spend time inside the boat. If you are looking for a Dragonfly Trimaran for sale, Windcraft Multihulls is a US dealer located in the Southeastern United States. Contact us for more information.

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2024 Boat of the Year Best Trimaran: Dragonfly 40 Ultimate

• By Dave Reed
• December 20, 2023

“Classy.” That was the first word that came to mind for Boat of the Year judge Mike Ingham when he stepped aboard the formidable 40-foot trimaran from Dragonfly, an unexpected and welcome late entry to the competition in Annapolis. “It almost feels as if the boat is intentionally understated but overdelivered because once you start looking closer at the details and craftsmanship, it just keeps getting more impressive.”

Builder and company owner Jens Quorning, whose family has been building trimarans in southern Denmark since 1967, says the Dragonfly 40 is the biggest boat they now build and a worthy holder of the flagship title. “Building a boat of this scale is complicated,” he says of the folding trimaran. “It takes three years to develop a new design, and this is for owners looking for a bigger boat, with better performance, capable of more long-distance sailing.”

The result is a powerful trimaran aimed at experienced owners who appreciate the sheer pleasure of racing and cruising on three hulls. This is not your average production multihull. It is a powerful and luxurious sailing machine capable of knocking off fast miles in comfort. Slip down below and you’re immediately immersed in a master class of woodwork and joinery. There are berths for four, including a giant master under the cockpit, plenty of standing headroom, and a comfortable salon and galley arrangement that’s monohull-cozy. “We do not offer a big house on the water,” Quorning tells the judges. “But if you really want a fine and elegant yacht with double-digit sailing, this is what we do.”

For our tests, Dragonfly presented its Ultimate edition, the midrange version. An upscaled Performance model is an all-carbon version with a taller mast. And in the lightest wind of the week, sub-10 knots, the trimaran teased the judges with its potential. Still, in the light stuff, the boat delivered a winning experience.

“It was a dream to sail upwind and downwind, almost effortlessly,” Ingham says. “With the gennaker up, at about 100 degrees true, we were going faster than the wind, and with winch pods on each side of the steering wheel, everything was as ergonomic as you could possibly imagine. The electric winches made it a cinch to furl and unfurl the headsails through the tacks and jibes, and the sails trimmed in perfectly every time.”

The feather-light feel of the helm, Ingham adds, was as smooth as a balanced dinghy. “With tiny movements on the wheel, the boat would immediately respond, but I could also walk away from the helm for a few minutes and the boat would stay right on track. Crazy—I think it steered itself better than I did.”

That’s the trait of a good trimaran, Greg Stewart says. The Dragonfly 40 has a lot of buoyancy in the bows, and while the center hull is substantial, the tall trussed rig and square top mainsail provide plenty of power. “The biggest thing that struck me is how easily accessible everything is,” Stewart says. “Clearly, every detail is painstakingly thought out, and I can’t believe how beautifully built the interior is. It’s top-notch, from the glasswork to the paintwork inside and out. Down below, we were all blown away by the finish.”

There’s no denying the boat is expensive at upward of $1 million, but the test boat had quality race sails, a full electric-winch package, and a long list of high-spec extras. At nearly 15,000 pounds light, it’s a substantial boat—not trailerable, but foldable with Dragonfly’s trademark technique that Corning describes as mimicking parallel rules. The floats are 2 feet longer than the center hull, with buoyancy pushed well forward into the reversed bows, and the center hull is narrow at the waterline before sweeping upward to a high and hard chine. This pronounced hull shape allows for the generous amount of headroom, and high bench seats that flank a long centerline table, which can, of course, drop down to create a double-size berth.

Allen noted that the center hull’s wide side decks provide a secure pathway to the bow, rather than across the trampolines. He was also impressed with the ease of sailing the boat and the comfort belowdecks. “When we were doing 9 knots, I went below and there was silence. It’s comfortable and beautiful. It would be a blast to do some long point-to-point racing on it, doublehanded or with like a crew of four, max.”

Stewart agreed, adding that beyond its noteworthy gunkholing attributes, the engine is well aft on the center hull, allowing it to be motored safely into shallow anchorages. The daggerboard is mechanically raised into the trunk, and the rudder kicks up. “I also think it would be great for a distance race or rally type of event,” Stewart says. “Its performance and versatility are what appeal to me, but the build quality is what really sets it apart.”

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Danish builder Quorning Boats was already producing the Dragonfly 12 M, a large confidential 40-foot model. After 16 units had been completed, production of this luxurious trimaran was interrupted for a complete redesign of the range. The DF40 is now becoming the flagship of the Skaerbek shipyard: its definition is very different to that of the 12 M, as is its ambition to sell in the same numbers (4 to 5 units per year). The silhouette and interior design are more modern, the performance has been increased and the sail handling ergonomics totally revised. We were able to try one out a few months after its only presentation so far, at the 2020 boot Düsseldorf.

Test location: Skaerbek, Denmark Conditions: 10 to 14 knots of wind, slight sea

The DF40 is a very versatile trimaran: thanks to its folding arms, it can slip into a monohull dockspace, being just 13’1” (4m) in beam. For coastal cruising, it benefits from its centerboard configuration. For racing, the Ultimate version comes into its own. But despite all this, the 40 differs from the other models in the range by having a much greater focus on being a “blue water cruiser”. The same goes for its almost luxurious character. This high-performance trimaran adopts modern floats with inverted and voluminous bows. The crossbeams are well clear of the water, giving the DF40 remarkable elegance and a nimble passage through rough water. Particular attention has been paid to the styling of the coachroof and the side windows. The sleek rig -Touring or Ultimate with its additional 6’7” (2 m) mast - highlights the sporty character of this trimaran and reflects its performance ambitions.

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16 Best Trimarans For Sailing Around The World (And a Few For Daysailing)

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Trimarans are growing in popularity worldwide, due to their light construction and high stability these multihulls are even faster than catamarans. Trimarans are still one of the lesser-known boat types so in this article ill be checking out some of the most popular models.

The best trimarans include: 

• The Neel 43 
• The Neel 47 
• Dragonfly 28 
• The Pulse 600 
• Corsair 37 

These tris are built with your safety in mind while also packing powerful speed and a wide array of comfort features to optimize your sailing experience , some are even foldable making them possible to load on a trailer and transport to the sailing destination of your choosing.

In this article, I have created a list of the 16 best trimarans in the market and their unique features. You’ll also learn the best options for different purposes such as circumnavigation, weekend sailing, racing, and more. 

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What Is a Trimaran?

A trimaran is a multi hulled sailboat with three individual hulls; the main hull ( vaka ) and a pair of outrigger hulls ( amas ). These smaller outrigger hulls are attached to the main hull using beams. 

While trimarans have a rich history dating back nearly four millennia, these types of sailboats have only gained popularity in the late 1900s and early 2000s. 

Trimarans are primarily used as personal boats for sailing enthusiasts or racing. These sailboats draw their versatility from their lightweight design, making them faster and easier to handle at sea when compared to single-hulled boats (monohulls). Additionally, the three hulls also contribute to better stability, making it very hard to capsize (although more likely than a cat according to this study)

Trimarans come in various sizes, and some can be as small as 19 feet (5.8 meters) in length, while others go up to 60 feet (18meters). They’re also used for different purposes. Most trimarans are used for racing and recreational purposes, although some units are still used as ferries.

As with all things, to find out which is the best we need to understand what it will be used for. There is a big difference in requirements between a boat used for day sailing compared to offshore around the world sailing.

The list below highlights the best trimarans for different purposes.

Best Trimarans For Cruising, Liveaboard and Sailing Around The World

The Neel 43 is a French trimaran best suited for cruising. Its key features include: 

• Easy maneuverability on the open sea by only a small number of crew members 

This unit is also built for comfort, ideal for more extended travels. This 43-feet (13-meter) trimaran is also made with recyclable and bio-sourced materials, highlighting the manufacturer’s commitment to environmental consciousness. 

This trimaran has a base price of  €329,000 excluding VAT. This translates to approximately $370,138. 

2.Neel 47 Possibly The Best

Named the best full-size multihull for 2020, the Neel 47 is a strong contender for one of the best trimarans in the market. This 47-foot (14.3-meter) long trimaran features optimized exterior and interior ergonomics for a unique design and look. 

Still on design, the Neel 47 is ideal for couples looking to take a weekend off or spend some time as liveaboard. It has a spacious owner’s cabin and two bedrooms. It also features a spacious living room and kitchen and is optimized to ensure comfort for a couple. 

The Neel 47 also has two basic guest cabins so your friends or children can tag along on your sailing adventure. Accordingly, this unit is ideal for those looking to explore the sea for the sheer joy of sailing. 

The Neel 47 comes at a 571,139 euro ( $643,600 ) price tag, excluding VAT. 

3. Rapido 60 The Fast and Comfortable Circumnavigator

The Rapido 60 offers a blend of performance, safety, and luxury, making it one of the best options for bluewater sailing. Measuring 59.3 feet (18 meters) in length, the Rapido 60 is an imposing unit. It’s made from lightweight sandwiches and carbon materials that provide speed and strength, allowing it to stand up to strong ocean currents. 

The Rapido 60 also has spacious living spaces and is built for comfort at all points of the sail. Its design also optimizes safety. While it’s an ideal option for circumnavigating, it’s also an excellent choice for racing due to its speed. 

This is also the same boat that The Youtube channel La Vagabond just purchased.

The Rapido 60 retails at $1,400,000 . 

4. Rapido 40

The Rapido 40 measures 39.4 feet (12 meters) in length and is ideal for cruising around the world. The Rapido 40 features twin “C” foils, which provide added lift, enhancing its speed and performance whether you are sailing downwind or upwind. 

Because it has C foils, this trimaran doesn’t have a central daggerboard, increasing interior space. Accordingly, it’s an excellent option for couples looking to cruise and enjoy great performances .

The Rapido 40 is made from high-tech all-carbon materials for a lightweight yet sturdy design. This material is also used for the countertops and furniture, and the cork flooring adds a touch of style.

This trimaran retails for $595,000 , making it a cheaper option than the Rapido 60. 

5. Dragonfly 40

The Dragonfly 40 measures 40 feet (12 meters) in length. It features high-comfort standards, making it one of the best trimarans in the market for taking your family for a cruise. Because of its larger size, it has a better capacity, being capable of accommodating six to eight people, so you can bring your family and friends along. 

It’s easy to navigate and extremely safe. With a maximum speed of 24 knots (44.5 km/h), this trimaran also provides fast speeds to make your cruise even more exhilarating. 

The Dragonfly 40 retails from €509,000 exclusive of VAT, which rounds up to $572,000 . 

6. Dragonfly 32

The Dragonfly 32 is a high-performance cruiser. Like the Dragonfly 28, this unit features a contemporary design for racing. This trimaran can accommodate five to seven crew members. 

Although slightly longer than the Dragonfly 28 with its 32-foot (9.8-meter) length, the Dragonfly 32 has a max speed of 23+ knots (42.6+ km/h), making it one of the fastest trimarans for racing. This unit also has comfortable accommodation, which makes it an ideal option for a weekend cruise with family and friends. 

The Dragonfly 32 has a base price of $350,000 . 

7. Corsair 37

Thanks to a variable draft with a retractable rudder, the Corsair 37 is an ideal choice for shallow water exploration. This 37-foot (11.3-meter) long trimaran features advanced foam-cored construction designed for safety, making it virtually unsinkable. 

The carbon hulls minimize weight, this makes for a lightweight ocean exploration sailboat with blistering speeds. One of its selling points is that this trimaran has previously been used for Arctic expeditions, possibly marking it as one of the better options for circumnavigation and offshore sailing in the northern waters. 

This trimaran has a base price of $189,000 but can go up to $204,125 .

Best Trimarans For Day/Weekend Sailing

8. dragonfly 28.

The Dragonfly 28 is a 28-feet (8.75-meter) long sailboat that can accommodate up to five people. It comes in two versions: 

• Touring version: This version is ideal for families.  
• Performance version: This is built to provide optimal performance for the sports enthusiast within you. 

It clocks a maximum speed of 22+ knots (22+ km/h) and is beam-folded. It’s an excellent option if you want a high-performance, comfortable yet smaller unit for your day or weekend cruise. 

The Dragonfly 28 starts at  €188,280 inclusive of VAT, which comes to around $211,600. 

9. Dragonfly 25

Like other trimarans under the Dragonfly brand, this 25-foot (7.62-meter) trimaran is great for both racing and short term cruising. However, this high-performance boat delivers easy handling, making it perfect for couples looking to take a ride out over the weekend and seasoned sailors looking for an exhilarating racing adventure. 

The Touring version features a lightweight build and offers comfort and accommodation to keep you, and the few guests you can fit, comfortable during the ride. This trimaran also has a Sport version, which is optimized for racing. 

The Dragonfly 25 retails from EUR 86,800 . 

10. Pulse 600

The Pulse 600 trimaran is a compact sailboat. It’s made from lightweight, carbon-reinforced construction and vacuum-formed materials for optimal speed. This trimaran is an ideal option if you are looking for speed. 

It also features ample deck space, greater stability, and volume than most trimarans of similar size and build. 

This trimaran measures 19.8 feet (6 meters) in length and can be sailed single-handedly by one person with minimal effort. The Pulse 600 has a base price of $38,800 , which places it in the lower price range. 

The F-22 is one of the smaller trimarans in the market. Developed in New Zealand, the F-22 is a folding trimaran built for speed. The hulls are made from narrow fiberglass tied together using fiberglass beams and aluminum, minimizing bulk while optimizing speed. 

The F-22 is roomy and is not as pricey as other models in the market. This trimaran has two main versions: 

12. 2019 Weta Trimaran

The 2019 Weta trimaran is a 14.5-foot (4.4-meter) trimaran featuring a carbon frame, centerboard, rudder foil, and rudder shock. The hull is made from fiberglass and foam. The Weta is built for strength and speed based on these lightweight materials. 

The 2019 Weta trimaran is easy to sail and is worth considering whether you want to take a quiet sail, race with your friends, or take kids to a sailing lesson. It has a simple design and is easy to set up independently. Thanks to its collapsible design, this trimaran is easily stored away with minimal space demands. 

13. WindRider 17

The 17.4-foot (5.3-meter) WindRider 17 is one of the more versatile trimarans in the market. It packs high performance for a low cost. This trimaran has a light rotating mast to boost performance, and a full-battened mainsail optimizes visibility. 

This sailboat is made from rotomolded polyethylene, which is more durable than fiberglass and demands less maintenance.

The WindRider 17 has a comfortable interior and can fit six adults. This is an ideal choice for social sailing for a couple or a family and friends. It’s easy to ride, and a shallow draft allows easy maneuverability. 

14. Astus 22.5

If you’re looking for something small but still comfortable, this 22.5-foot trimaran is for you. Built for speed and maneuverability, the Astus 22.5 has optional foils to optimize speed. The modern design, coupled with the spacious interior, can fit up to four beds. Accordingly, this trimaran is suited for family outings. 

This trimaran also has a foldable design, collapsing to only 16 feet (4.9 meters) for easy storage. 

15. Multi 23 Trimaran 

The Multi 23 trimaran has a contemporary design, featuring a vinyl ester and PVC foam core construction. The section below the waterline is made of solid glass for a sturdy base.

The beams are made of lightweight carbon, and the trimaran features a 33-foot (10-meter) aluminum rotating wing mast for optimal harnessing of the wind. While ideal for weekend excursions with family, once rigged with the asymmetrical spinnaker will get your heart pumping.

This trimaran packs high performance at a lower cost than most other options in the market. It’s a good choice if you are looking for a high-performing unit without spending an arm and a leg. 

16. Challenger Class Trimaran

The Challenger Trimaran 15 is the best choice for persons with disabilities. It’s designed to provide disabled sailors an opportunity to explore their passion for sailing without worrying about aspects like safety or operation. 

A man named Geoff Hold circumnavigated the British Isles in 2007, becoming the first disabled person to achieve this feat. He had quadriplegia. 

Living up to its name, the Challenger can withstand harsh weather conditions while blending performance with speed. 

Final Thoughts 

Admittedly, no trimaran is best for everyone. But whether you are looking to race with your friends, take your loved ones or friends for a cruise over the weekend, or circumnavigate the ocean, you can rest assured that these lightweight trimarans will deliver speed, safety, and comfort to make it worth your while. 

These brands are innovatively designed and feature intricate safety mechanisms that make them virtually unsinkable. Give them a shot and begin your ocean adventure. 

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Dragonfly 28 “Touring”

The Danish designed and built trimaran combines comfortable cruising accommodations with exciting sailing performance (published fall 2017)

In early June, we had the opportunity to cruise on a Dragonfly 28 “Touring” in Denmark’s “South Sea”. After a full week of sailing with the entire family over hundreds of miles, varied weather conditions, and multiple harbors, we got to know the boat, (and our family) very well. We have sailed on a similarly sized trimaran for years in the Northeast United States. While we have often raced against Dragonflys, we had never sailed on one, and were excited to find out more.

The factory is located next to farmland. Denmark is a beautiful country When we visited Quorning, there were three boats under construction. Demand for these boats is high. Dragonfly produced over 50 boats last year that were shipped all over the world.

THE BOAT Dragonfly offers trimarans from 25 to 35 feet. The 28 Touring we sailed is offered as a fast cruiser. For those addicted to speed, Dragonfly offers the same boat with 20 percent more sail area and larger amas. Dragonfly’s are glass boats with PVC cored hulls and decks with selective carbon reinforcing. While the wet layup is traditional, these boats are carefully crafted by a skilled, experienced staff at Quorning Yachts. To control quality, the plant produces many assemblies in-house that are often contracted out by other builders. Quorning has a full rigging shop to produce their masts, although the mast sections are built by a local vendor, and a complete woodworking shop that builds all the cabinetry.

There are a lot of control lines on the 28, and they all lead to the cockpit. However, Quoring has routed them under the cockpit coamings providing a natural place for stowage and minimizing the spaghetti on the cockpit floor.

CRUISING & ACCOMMODATIONS The 28 Touring is a quick, compact cruiser with accommodation for five, an enclosed head, and a complete complement of systems including a full galley with electric fridge and pressure water; our boat even included a cabin heater. There are berths for five, but cruising with three or four is more realistic. It’s a traditional layout with a V-berth forward, port and starboard settee berths and a bonus double berth under the cockpit. The bonus berth would be a perfect hide-away for small children. For those of us who are older and a bit less flexible, you enter feet first, or head first, but turning around could be problematic.

Headroom at the galley is infinite with the hatch open. Otherwise it’s about five-foot, 10-inches throughout much of the cabin. There is a separate head that closes off from the forward V berth and the main cabin with sliding panels. The 15-hp Honda outboard pushes the boat over eight knots. We had adequate power to dock the boat in 30 knots of breeze.

Unfolding and folding the boat is ridiculously easy. Two lines lead out of each cockpit in front of the secondary winch to either haul each ama out or in. There are three steps to unfolding: 1. Ensure the cap-shroud tension is released; 2. Crank out the hull; 3. Secure the safety wire (this is a hard connection to prevent folding if the out-haul line is accidently released). Reverse the procedure to fold. No tools required! We did this while motoring in and out of harbors. Head up into the wind, unfold the boat, raise the main and you’re off.

SAILING THE 28 We were on the boat for a week and passing weather systems offered a chance to sail in wide range of conditions:

Boat sailing performance under various conditions: • Blast reaching with the wind in the mid 20s at 14-16 knots with occasional bursts higher.  We saw up to 18.4 with a full jib, single reef in the main, and the apparent wind at 60 degrees.  Maximum fun-run was a two hour sail from Ærøskøbing to Svenborg with the wind at just the right angle. And we did not get wet! • Dead downwind with wind speeds in the high 20s to low 30s, with gusts to 35. We had the boat between 12 to 14 knots with occasional bursts over 16 surfing down waves. Single reef in the main, and a partially reefed jib. We either sailed at about 160 apparent with the jib drawing, or dead downwind with the jib wung-out to windward with the barber hauler. Controlling the jib with the barber hauler from the cockpit made everything very safe and easy. • Tacking upwind in wind-speeds of eight to 12 knots, the boat tacks through a little over 90 degrees. Boat speeds ranged from 7.5 to 9 knots.  As the day wore on and the wind increased to the mid to high teens with occasional gusts to 20, the boat would get up over 10 knots.  Crack off a hair and boat speed immediately jumps to the mid-teens. • Sailing downwind with the asymmetrical spinnaker in 10 to 15 knots the boat gets up to 10 when the apparent wind is brought to near abeam, but at the lower wind speeds the VMG suffers and we felt it was just as effective to head deeper. • Sailing upwind in zero to eight knots on a bright sunny and calm morning before the breeze filled in.  Like any sailboat, zero means the engine comes on, but with around four knots true, we started moving upwind with a decent tacking angle. Typical boat speeds were four-to-five knots. We had moments when the boat speed and true wind speed boat indicated close to the same at about seven knots. I’m not sure about the validity of this data, but the boat moved in light air.

Unlike other tris, the amas remain in line with the main hull when unfolded, offering very little dihedral.  Consequently, the windward hull remains in contact with the water until the wind is in the teens.

LIKES & DISLIKES Things we really liked: • Jib barber hauling system: this system is permanently installed and leads back to the cockpit. The geometry has been carefully thought out to provide good sail shape on reaches. We used it all the time when off the wind. • Outboard cockpit seats : These allows you to get out of the cockpit to see jib tell-tales. • Mood Lighting: There are two strings of LEDs behind wooden trim pieces on each side of the cabin overhead, which make for a warm cabin on a cold night (along with the cabin heater). • Outboard steering: There is a linkage connecting the outboard to the tiller to direct thrust where you want it. This is invaluable for slow speed maneuvering. • Large cockpit and cockpit table are great for socializing. • Instruments location: The sailing instruments are mounted in an enclosure above the hatch high enough to be fully visible from any helm position. • Cockpit dodger and enclosure: An optional bimini stores unobtrusively in the back of the cockpit ready to be made up into a sunshade or full enclosure when desired. It’s completely out of the way until you want it. We assembled it quickly one rainy evening in Faubourg and enjoyed the extra living space. A few opportunities: • Traveler: our boat didn’t have a traveler, but rather a boom vang/preventer arrangement consisting of port and starboard tackle that attached to the boom. • While easy enough to connect, making simple adjustments to the main always required touching two lines, and a lot of a fiddling every time you tack. The boat is available with a traveler, and I recommend it. • Outboard controls: Outboard controls were mounted under the cockpit locker lid, requiring the locker to be open when motoring and maneuvering. A simple single lever control fitted in the cockpit is preferred.

If you are looking for a floating cottage with all the amenities, this boat is not for you. But if you want a high quality compact cruiser that is easily handled by two people and a blast to sail, consider the Dragonfly.

Dragonfly 28 ”Touring”

LOA 28’8” Beam (unfolded) 21’4” Beam (folded) 8’2” Draft (board down) 5’7” Draft (board up) 1’4” Displacement 4,620 lbs. Sail area(working) 603 sq; ft. Code 0 398 sq. ft. Spinnaker 720 sq. ft. Engine 15-hp outboard

Quorning Boats Denmark +45 7556 2626 [email protected] www.dragonfly.dk

Steve Parks sails and races his F27 Flying Fish in the New England and New York area. Steve is a mechanical engineer and is a Senior Program Manager for Hydroid, Inc. Sandy Parks is Blue Water Sailing and Multihull Quarterly ’s Art Director. They live in Middletown, RI.

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These trimarans give you almost everything you can ask for. You cannot find any other type of boat in this range, that offers so many possibilities and features. The Dragonflies have live-aboard room for minimum 4 to 5 people with a heeling of not more than max. 10°. The Dragonfly is unsinkable, beach able. It goes in everywhere due to the kick-up rudder and centreboard system. Sailing ability is like a 60' yacht - even upwind with speed potential into the twenties, and can easily be single-handled due to all lines being led back to cockpit. Both the Dragonfly 25 and the Dragonfly 28 are trailer able.

The Dragonfly is equipped with high-tech rigging and sail design. It manoeuvres like a lightweight monohull under power or sail and offers huge deck space. All this on top of nice, streamlined design and high quality products used throughout the boat, you only end up with a Dragonfly.

No monohull can offer this, but you have to think differently and ask yourself – wouldn't this be something!

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