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ORC 57 ADV – Discover the New version

The Adventure interior, shaped by real time at sea

There are two types of comfort at sea:

The first is what you notice at the dock: beautiful lighting, attractive materials, a flattering atmosphere.
The second is what you discover at 3 a.m. during a watch, when the boat is moving, the crew is tired… and everything has to be just right: accessible, logical, and effortless. That’s ergonomics.

The ORC 57 ADV was born from the best of both worlds.

ADV is a new interior expression of the ORC 57, developed with Darnet Design, Malcolm Wood (ORC ambassador) and, above all, with what matters most: feedback from owners, gathered after real sailing seasons. The goal was simple: to make life on board warmer and smarter, without diluting what makes an ORC: useful simplicity, with the sea first and foremost.

Less “showroom”, more “sense of the sea”

The ADV continues to pursue a clear direction: an interior designed for riding, not for impressing. In concrete terms, this translates into three pillars:

A warmer atmosphere

Smarter storage solutions

Light that follows real life

More welcoming lines, a more natural balance, a calmer atmosphere. The idea is not to make it a “floating apartment,” but a space where you want to live for a long time and truly relax.

Because adventure isn’t minimalist: it’s organized. ADV favors storage solutions that work on the move, when the boat is loaded, when space is shared.

Softer, more functional lighting: evenings at anchor, reading, night watches, long voyages. It’s not the “effect” that matters, but the use.

The ORC 57 DNA remains intact: Fast & Light, for real

ADV does not change the fundamentals. The spirit of the ORC 57 remains direct, lively, and seaworthy: a catamaran designed to keep moving forward, even when the sea is not calm, with an approach where every choice has a purpose.

At ORC, we call this philosophy Fast & Light: a way of thinking where simplicity and lightness serve both efficiency and the sensations at the helm.

What “Adventure” means, inside

ADV isn’t about “adding more”, it’s about adding what you really use and refining what you touch every day.

More warmth, without overload: bright, welcoming, designed to last.
Storage designed for the open sea: when things move around, when it’s wet, when it needs to be obvious.
Adaptable lighting: variable intensity, reading spots, comfortable vision as the pace shifts from day to night.

Because adventure isn’t always rosy. And that’s precisely why an interior must be reliable, simple, and reassuring.

Built with the people who sail it

Many brands say they “listen.” The best ones prove it.

ADV is the result of a very concrete triangle:

Darnet Design, for consistency, detail, and accuracy.
Malcolm Wood, for translating the expectations of sailors who live outdoors, far away.
ORC owners, whose feedback becomes decisions, not slogans.

This is not a “seasonal update.” It is the evolution of a platform, built with those who use it.

Shall we talk about it onboard?

If you are the type of person who plans your trips like others plan their weekends, who wants a boat that is ready, functional, and reliable, and who likes the idea of a warmer interior without losing the essentials… Then the ORC 57 ADV is worth discovering.

Because it’s not about “more,” it’s about more time at sea, in all simplicity.

Two ORC 50 at the start of the Caribbean Multihull Challenge in Saint Martin

From January 29 to February 1, 2026, the 8th edition of the Caribbean Multihull Challenge brought together a fleet of multihulls in Saint Martin to enjoy the best the Caribbean has to offer: sunshine, rhythm, and whole days spent tacking in a setting that makes you want to push yourself a little further.

A 100% multihull regatta, designed for sharing and performance

The Caribbean Multihull Challenge is a unique format: four days of sailing and exchanges, open to many classes of multihulls, with an atmosphere that combines the intensity of racing with the warmth of a gathering of enthusiasts. The event is based on rating systems (CSA/MOCRA) and puts as much energy into the starts as it does into life ashore. The rallying point is the Sint Maarten Yacht Club in Simpson Bay: a place where you can review the day’s sailing, compare trim choices, and understand why this regatta is so important in the Caribbean calendar.

WA-KAN & MALOLO: the ORC 50 in its element

Within the fleet, WA-KAN and MALOLO were among the entries in the CSA 1 category. Seeing two ORC 50 together on this playing field is more than just a “brand presence.” It’s a natural demonstration of what these boats can do: string together races, keep up the pace, remain enjoyable to sail, and allow a crew to fully enjoy the day from the first tack to the last gybe.

Races that let the boats (and sailors) do the talking

The Caribbean Multihull Challenge isn’t just about circles in the water: the event also offers longer races that take the boats out of the bay and showcase the versatility of multihulls.

This is exactly the type of format where the ORC 50 has something to say: a boat that loves to find the right course, that values simple and fair decisions, and that transforms a nice breeze into a real sailing pleasure.

A showcase for ORC and a wonderful gathering of enthusiasts

Other highlights of the weekend included:

magnificent images, because Saint Martin offers light and scenery that enhance the sailing experience
a community of high-performance multihull sailors, gathered to share, learn, and exchange ideas
a big thank you to the organizers, who bring this unique event to life year after year.

Photos : ©Andre Dede Knol – Caribbean Multihull Challenge 2026

ORC 50 MOGODO: Tested in the North, Ready for the Atlantic

Before pointing the bow towards the Atlantic, Christian and Jérôme, owners of the ORC 50 MOGODO, chose a different path. They first put their boat to the test in the Northern seas, where wind, cold and short waves leave no room for compromise. A demanding playground that allowed them to fully understand their boat, refine their sailing habits, and build confidence in both performance and safety.

In this owner story, they share what sailing an ORC 50 truly means to them: a fast, balanced catamaran, designed to sail efficiently in real conditions, without excess or distraction.

Beyond performance figures, MOGODO is a platform for freedom, shaped by experience, miles sailed, and deliberate choices.

A boat built to connect sailors to the sea, not to isolate them from it. Now, with confidence forged in the North, Christian and Jérôme are preparing the next major chapter of their journey: an Atlantic crossing.

From ORC 50 to ORC 52.2

The story of MOGODO also reflects the natural evolution of the ORC range. Building on the legacy of the ORC 50, the ORC 52.2 carries this philosophy forward refining the balance between performance, simplicity and life on board.

Not by adding excess, but by improving ergonomics, usability and offshore confidence. Designed for sailors who want to go further, stay connected to the elements, and embrace the same essential spirit that defines Freesailing.

François Gabart on board the ORC 57: A clear Vision of Sailing

Sailing fast, far and simply. This shared search for balance is what brought François Gabart and ORC together around the ORC 57.

In this video, the sailor shares his perspective on the boat, and more broadly on a way of sailing where performance is never an end in itself, but a means to gain freedom, safety and autonomy at sea. On board the ORC 57, François Gabart finds familiar fundamentals: a light, readable and responsive catamaran, designed to move efficiently in real conditions, without excess or unnecessary complexity.

“Performance is not just about going fast. It’s about being able to go far, for a long time, with confidence.”

François Gabart

A leading offshore sailor, François Gabart won the Vendée Globe 2012–2013 on his first attempt. In 2017, he set the solo round-the-world record aboard the trimaran MACIF. His career is marked by major ocean racing victories and a constant focus on sailing, design and real-world use of boats.

A catamaran Designed for Sailing

Designed by Marc Lombard Yacht Design, the ORC 57 follows a lineage rooted in offshore sailing, while remaining deeply focused on practical use at sea.

Its light displacement, sail plan, tiller system and deck ergonomics create a direct relationship with the boat, clear feedback at the helm and a constant connection with the elements. An approach that resonates with experienced sailors as well as with those looking for a simple and coherent way to sail.

No demonstration. Just a boat that does what it is meant to do, naturally.

Living at Sea

Alongside François Gabart, this video also highlights another key dimension of the ORC 57: the ability to live on board over time.

A balance between performance and comfort, designed for long passages, short-handed sailing or family cruising. A boat that makes it possible to sail comfortably, while always staying connected to the sea.

This balance lies at the heart of the ORC philosophy.

Freesailing: A shared Vision

More than a testimonial, this encounter reflects the spirit of Freesailing: sailing stripped back to what matters most, where technique serves the experience rather than overshadowing it.

A calm and thoughtful perspective, shared by a sailor who knows the ocean in all its forms, and who finds here a clear expression of essential sailing.

ARC 2025: Avel Vaez, ORC 57 #3, Sets Sail Across the Atlantic

In just a few days, Avel Vaez, ORC 57 hull #3, will join the starting line of the ARC 2025, one of the most iconic transatlantic rallies. For ORC, this crossing is more than a milestone — it is a living demonstration of what our catamarans are built for: essential performance, deliberate simplicity, and a pure way of experiencing the sea.

On an Atlantic passage, the strengths of the ORC 57 reveal themselves naturally. Designed to start sailing in light airs, maintain high averages, and offer a direct, intuitive feel at the helm, the 57 turns the tradewinds into its preferred playground. No unnecessary layers of equipment — just glide, balance, and control, true to the Freesailing philosophy.

The crew of Avel Vaez embodies this mindset perfectly. Their goal is not only to cross the ocean, but to experience it — relying on a boat engineered to accelerate effortlessly, remain easy to handle, and deliver rare confidence in open-sea conditions.

A journey rooted in authenticity, echoing the spirit of those who choose ORC to sail fast, far, and
fully connected to the elements.

By joining the ARC fleet, Avel Vaez becomes a natural ambassador of what ORC stands for: a catamaran that is both seaworthy and fast, minimalist yet capable, and designed for sailors who value sensation over sophistication.

Fair winds to the crew — we’ll be with them on every mile.