Zoom tiller system At ORC, every design choice is guided by a single goal: to deliver unmatched helm sensations, sharp responsiveness, and total freedom of movement for demanding sailors. The tiller steering system on the new ORC 52.2 perfectly embodies this vision. The pure joy of steering The tiller is not just a steering device. …
Darnet Design® visual The ORC 52.2 embodies a new era for ORC, where performance and aesthetics meet to offer an unparalleled sailing experience. Thanks to the expertise of Darnet Design®, this model features a completely redesigned interior, combining warmth, elegance, and functionality. MORE INFORMATION ON ORC 52.2 A reinvented interior design Renowned for his innovative …
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A few weeks ago, we’ve explained here the SA/D ratio. Another ratio is also commonly used to compare the efficiency and power of cruising yachts: it’s the DLR or D/L ratio. It is a pretty good indicator of the “sea motion” for a yacht, since it will figure how a hull will behave in/on the …
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A star? A Greek God? A lexical amalgam with the kid’s names? A spoonerism? Baptizing a boat is not an easy job! Whatever the name you will choose for your ORC, keep in mind the right rules below: Here is the list of the top ten most frequent boat names in France last year: 1. …
The principle is quite basic: the more sail area we have, the more power we get. This wind’s energy is used to move the boat’s weight. The lighter the boat is, the more responsive she will be in after tacking, in accelerations, and of course in her capacity to reach high speeds with a given …
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