Inspired by the success of the Mini Transat yachts, Palanad 4 is the first “big” boat to adopt this avant-garde design. Scows have proven to be faster, more stable, drier and more spacious — so why shouldn't the concept work equally well on a 50-footer?

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Inspired by the success of the Mini Transat yachts, Palanad 4 is the first “big” boat to adopt this avant-garde design. Scows have proven to be faster, more stable, drier and more spacious — so why shouldn't the concept work equally well on a 50-footer?

© James Mitchell / RORC

Inspired by the success of the Mini Transat yachts, Palanad 4 is the first “big” boat to adopt this avant-garde design. Scows have proven to be faster, more stable, drier and more spacious — so why shouldn't the concept work equally well on a 50-footer? photo copyright James Mitchell / RORC taken at AMAALA Yacht Club and featuring the Mini Transat class

Mini Transat

AMAALA Yacht Club

Selden CXr

A+T QBD7

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