The SP80 and its record-breaking sailboat speed.
The traditional art of sailing offers a relaxing experience on the open water, leaving passengers in the hands of controlling both speed and direction. Once seen as a relaxing weekend hobby, sailing now takes on a performance-focused feel with help from Richard Mille and the SP80. Richard Mille is known for creating world-renowned luxury timepieces, as well as surrounding itself with athletes and industry leaders that share the same forward-thinking. Richard Mille x SP80 is looking to conquer the open water with its new concept vessel, a state-of-the-art kite-driven sailboat that boasts modern design and mind-blowing performance.
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Always in contact with the water, the SP80’s low-profile construction ensures functionality and stability at any level of speed. Designing the 33-foot super sailboat took over 40,000-hours and achieves its 1,764-pound weight through the use of lightweight materials like carbon fiber. With two crew members aboard, the SP80 captures its power from the wind through the main hydrofoil that adapts for various speed changes. The most important feature of the SP80 is its power module, a mechanical system that efficiently distributes forces between the kite, hydrofoil, and boat itself. The all-new SP80 supported by Richard Mille reaches speeds over 92-mph, with plans to continue increasing that number with future updates. Check back into duPont REGISTRY Daily for more upcoming lifestyle releases and luxury marine news.
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