Full Steam Ahead: Where We Are Now

Progress at the yard has been steady and exhilarating. One of the major milestones has already been reached: the infusion of the hull is complete. With this crucial phase behind us, we’re now diving headfirst into the final construction stages.

Our foil design is finalized, and the build is underway using cutting-edge prepreg composite materials—the same process being applied to the deck terraces. This approach ensures components that are not just lightweight and durable, but also built to the highest level of precision.

A Flying Laboratory: Smart Tech on Board

But this is more than just a boat—it’s a flying laboratory. Our custom electronics are designed to monitor everything in real-time: wind conditions, boat speed, sail trim, and hull dynamics. We’re building a next-gen data acquisition system from scratch. Because in high-performance sailing, milliseconds make the difference, and data is the new wind.

Design with Purpose: Innovation Meets Sustainability

From the outset, the design philosophy behind the new Moth has been clear: maximize performance while minimizing environmental impact. We’ve reimagined the hull shape to improve hydrodynamics—increasing volume at the bow and narrowing the aft sections, creating sleeker waterlines and faster take-off times.

The new smaller, high-efficiency foils are optimized for top-end speed, even if they demand slightly stronger winds for lift-off. Thanks to what we’ve learned from previous builds—especially Bai – Flying Lina—we now have the confidence to go all-in on a low-drag setup.

Most notably, we’ve introduced a new construction technique using recycled carbon fiber, making the boat roughly 10 kg lighter than its predecessor. We’ve also embraced carbon and flax Prepreg, a major leap toward professional-grade quality and sustainable production. This material choice reduces waste, eliminates excess resin, and lowers our environmental footprint.

Creative Reuse: A New Sail with a Second Life

Fast sailing demands serious horsepower. This summer, we committed to sustainability by sourcing a second-hand 3Di sail. After evaluating it thoroughly, we decided to create a new hybrid mainsail using materials from two used sails—with the support of Olimpic Sails. The result? A custom, high-performance sail that gives new life to old materials while upholding our performance standards.

Milestones and Momentum

Our journey isn’t just about building a boat. It’s about sharing knowledge, learning from others, and engaging with the broader sailing community.

• At the Chesapeake Sailing Yacht Symposium, our team presented a groundbreaking paper on flax fiber hydrofoils, showcasing our research to top naval engineers.
  
• We brought our ideas to the METS Trade Show in Amsterdam, connecting with innovators from across the industry.
  
• And we proudly returned to two iconic events: the Barcolana and the Venice Boat Show, continuing to tell our story and grow our network.
  
  

We’ve also pioneered a hybrid material approach—successfully integrating basalt and flax fibers for a more sustainable and high-performing structure.

The Final Push: What’s Left Before the Challenge

With June just around the corner, we’re entering the home stretch. The final phase is intense but inspiring. While we add the last touches to Bai – Flying Lina, our team is simultaneously:

• Completing the structural assembly of the new hull
  
• Finalizing the deck wings and foils
  
• Prepping for final rigging and outfitting
  

Each piece of the puzzle is essential to ensure we hit the water at peak performance. The pressure is real—but it’s exactly what fuels the Audace spirit.