Tag: GORI

Fast is Getting Faster with GORI on MACIF Trimaran

Foiling trimaran MACIF equipped with GORI Article by: James Scanlon In 2017, François Gabart bested the previous single handed round the world record, of 49 days 3 hours and seven minutes, set by Thomas Coville in 2016. Gabart, only 34 years of age at the time, beat Coville’s record handily, by a margin of roughly… Continue reading Fast is Getting Faster with GORI on MACIF Trimaran

Mylius Yachts Use Gori Propellers

LADY FIRST III, an Italian Mylius 60, equipped with 24” Gori propeller
Photo: LADY FIRST III, an Italian Mylius 60, equipped with 24” Gori propeller Article by: James Scanlon Italian superyacht builder, Mylius has released two new additions to its range of carbon fiber racer cruisers, a 76 footer and an updated version of their original 60 footer, first released in 2013. Like all other yachts offered… Continue reading Mylius Yachts Use Gori Propellers

What do GORI propellers & Moonlight hatches have in common?

Both were on the Winner in this year’s Newport Bermuda Race. The 635nm Newport Bermuda Race gave Don Nicholson’s new J/121 APOLLO its first taste of offshore competition. Blessed with good fortune, solid navigation, a well-executed strategy & BSI products – GORI propeller, Moonlight hatches & BSI Rigging - APOLLO won their Gibbs Hill Lighthouse… Continue reading What do GORI propellers & Moonlight hatches have in common?

Multihulls use GORI Propellers

Adapted from article by: James Scanlon Thomas Coville has bested the previous single handed round the world record in the high performance 105 foot trimaran, SOBEDO. Colville’s time was 49 days, three hours and 10 minutes. This was 8 days and 10 hours faster than Francis Joyon’s 2004 time in MAXI catamaran, IDEC. Impressively, the… Continue reading Multihulls use GORI Propellers

Test Driving the IC37

Adapted from article by: James Scanlon AB Marine and GORI are proud members of the team responsible for NYYC’s new one design racer, the Melges IC37. The IC37 was designed by Mark Mills. Completing its test sails in early May, the boat received stellar feedback from industry pros in assembly and sea trials. A post… Continue reading Test Driving the IC37

The No Drag GORI helped Mapfre Slip Past the Competition & Win

Adapted from article by: James Scanlon The Volvo Ocean Race made a dramatic arrival into Newport, RI Tuesday May 8th, capping a 5700 nautical mile leg from Brazil. After finding themselves in 5th place with 300 miles remaining in the race, light winds approaching Newport resulted in a compression of the fleet, with Dongfeng, Vestas,… Continue reading The No Drag GORI helped Mapfre Slip Past the Competition & Win

AB Marine Supplies GORI Race Propeller for IC37 Launch

Image courtesy of Melges IC37 Class Association Facebook Page
Adapted from article by: James Scanlon The New York Yacht Club is replacing the Swan 42 with the sleeker, race oriented IC37 designed by Mark Mills. Since 2007 NYYC has hosted four Invitational Cups representing 43 yacht clubs and 21 countries for Swan 42 racing. Designed by German Frer’s and built by Nautor’s Swan, the… Continue reading AB Marine Supplies GORI Race Propeller for IC37 Launch

Pyewacket Wins 2018 Vallarta Race with a GORI

Article by: James Scanlon Pyewacket 70, crewed by a mixed team of Australian and American sailors, took overall honors in this years Vallarta race. The dream team crew of Pyewacket includes Tom Addis (AUS), Stuart Bannatyne (NZL), Mark Callahan (AUS), Scott Easom (USA), Torben Grael (BRA), Brian Janney (USA), Robbie Kane (USA), Ben Mitchell (USA),… Continue reading Pyewacket Wins 2018 Vallarta Race with a GORI

Maserati Multi 70 set New Record with Gori Race Propeller

A new Tea Route record has been set by Giovanni Soldini and the crew on the Maserati Multi 70, equipped with a Gori Race Propeller. “Giovanni Soldini and the crew on the trimaran Maserati Multi 70 have broken the 13000 nm record from Hong Kong to London, setting a new unofficial time of 36 days,… Continue reading Maserati Multi 70 set New Record with Gori Race Propeller

IC37: The New York YC’s New Ride with a Gori Propeller

To create the next great one-design class, the New York Yacht Club (NYYC) has partnered with Melges Performance Sailboats along with other industry leaders, including Mills Design, North Sails, Westerly Marine and AB Marine/GORI propeller. IC37 – The Mark Mills-designed 37-footer, built by Westerly Marine, will serve as the New York YC’s Invitational Cup boat… Continue reading IC37: The New York YC’s New Ride with a Gori Propeller