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One Week at Sea: Éric Pilato and Skiboo 2 Take on the Atlantic
October 13, 2026

One Week at Sea: Éric Pilato and Skiboo 2 Take on the Atlantic

Éric Pilato's first week crossing the Atlantic solo aboard his Excess 11, Skiboo 2: changing weather, 10+ knot surfs and a new 24-hour record.
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Everyone has their own Everest: Éric Pilato sets off on a transatlantic crossing aboard an Excess 11
October 2, 2026

Everyone has their own Everest: Éric Pilato sets off on a transatlantic crossing aboard an Excess 11

Éric Pilato sets off on a solo, non-stop transatlantic crossing from La Rochelle to Guadeloupe aboard his Excess 11.
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Pedro
June 2, 2026

I'm planning to upgrade from my current Jeanneau SO 410 to an Excess 13.
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Dal Amorim
May 20, 2026

I’m looking to replace the external cushions on my catamaran
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Nono
May 19, 2026

Could we receive the speed polar diagrams for the Excess 13?
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The World's First Recyclable Catamaran. And It's an Excess
September 10, 2026

The World's First Recyclable Catamaran. And It's an Excess

A world first has just left our workshops. An Excess 11 built with recyclable resin and 45% recycled fibreglass, delivered to its owner. Thibaut de Montvalon...
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Speed polars: how is a catamaran's performance calculated?
July 16, 2026

Speed polars: how is a catamaran's performance calculated?

What is a speed polar? Discover how a catamaran's performance is calculated and how to use it while sailing.
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Crossing the Atlantic as a family. Two crews, one shared longing for elsewhere.
June 16, 2026

Crossing the Atlantic as a family. Two crews, one shared longing for elsewhere.

Preparing an Atlantic crossing isn't just a matter of boat or weather. It's a life choice.
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FOR OR AGAINST AN OPENING COCKPIT ROOF
April 22, 2026

FOR OR AGAINST AN OPENING COCKPIT ROOF

Today, we're opening up a topic that often fascinates architects… and sometimes divides sailors: an opening roof on the hardtop of your catamaran.
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Excess 13: understanding what truly drives a catamaran’s performance
March 23, 2026

Excess 13: understanding what truly drives a catamaran’s performance

What makes a high-performance catamaran? An analysis of the Excess 13’s architecture: hull design, weight, sail plan, and helm feel.
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POLL: GAS, INDUCTION… OR BOTH ON BOARD YOUR CATAMARAN?
February 26, 2026

POLL: GAS, INDUCTION… OR BOTH ON BOARD YOUR CATAMARAN?

An overview of onboard galley solutions to better understand their uses and choose the option that best fits your sailing plans.
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