MangeNuage re-launched

The racing catamaran turned show stage is now sporting new colors…

In Multihulls World #178, we told you about this ex-Formula 40 converted into a floating stage and swinging trapeze structure for Anne Pribat. A completely crazy project led by the brilliant architect Denis Kergomard.

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Published 28/03/2022

By Emmanuel van Deth

Issue: 183

Published: may / june 2022

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Five years’ work ashore, some initial seatrials, and another winter devoted to finishing... and painting: it was Craig Alexander, a loyal member of the Golden Oldies galaxy, who took on the task, using a red lacquer to the most beautiful effect. MangeNuage is an attractive example of recycling an old racing multihull - which could provide a few ideas! “Awlgrip Quick Seal Primer applied first thing in the morning and then 3 coats of Epifanes Speed Coat, you can finish a boat in one day. It is a fantastic system as there is no sanding involved between primer and finish paint” says Craig. MangeNuage is an attractive example of recycling an old racing multihull - which could provide a few ideas!

Hull architect: Nigel Irens
Design architect: Denis Kergomard
Material: foam/kevlar/carbon/epoxy sandwich
Length: 41’ (12.50 m)
Beam: 25’3” (7.70 m)
Minimum draft: (1 m)
Air draft: 45’11” (14 m)
Sail area: 860 sq ft (80 m²)
Displacement: 3 t
Stage diameter: 13’ (4 m)
Artistic disciplines: swinging trapeze, aerial (fabric, pendulum pole, corde lisse)
Crew: 4 people