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Audemars Piguet and l'Hydroptere PART 3a: On the waters of the French Riviera
The Skipper of l'Hydroptere, Alain Thébault, gives us a tour of the ship and provides some technical specs. The all carbon fiber main construction has a span of 24 meters with a mast that's 28 meters. Although the R&D was extensive, once the world record was broken, Alain openly share all the knowledge and technology he gained from his experience and to help others build better boats. This philosophy is aligned with those of Audemars Piguet.
The specially designed and produced by Airbus carbon fiber can handle a load up to 60 tons but alarms start sounding when stressed to 40 tons.
Let's take a peak around the cabin which houses some of the electronics, sensor detectors, and GPS/Navigation equipment.
12 knots/hour is all it take to start flying on the water
Proper hand placement when at the helm of l'Hydroptere (looks great cruising Saint Tropez with a AP strapped on your wrist!)
Even the sail is made of carbon fiber with the mast sail a blend of carbon kevlar! They were set to test a new set of sails over the weekend.
-MW
A special Welcome message from Audemars Piguet CEO Philppe Merk
Audemars Piguet l'Hydroptere ThePuristS.com and manufacture Audemars Piguet welcomes you to the beautiful Mediterranean Coast in the South of France on Saint Tropez for a special event with the world's fastest sailboat, l'Hydroptere. "Hello PuristS! Bonjo...
Audemars Piguet and l'Hydroptere PART1a: Welcome on Board!
The Team on board the world's fastest ship, l'Hydroptere, officially welcomes ThePuristS! Alain Thébault, skipper of the l'Hydroptere describes the common traits with Audemars Piguet: Audacity, Passion, Techonology, and the Family Spirit....... Next ...
Audemars Piguet: The crew of l'Hydroptere PART1b
Team l'Hydroptere and Audemars Piguet is planning their next attempt at another world record. In 2011, they set sail from the home town of ThePuristS, Los Angeles, California, to the islands of Hawaii. Of course I love Hawaii and got into a long conversat...
Audemars Piguet and l'Hydroptere PART2: Boarding l'Hydroptere
From our launch from Nice, France aboard a beautiful yacht, we board a Zodiac transport vessel to the l'Hydroptere. In the bay area near Saint Tropez, the speed limit is strictly enforce so we cruise towards the ship. As we approach open waters, the throt...
Audemars Piguet and l'Hydroptere PART 3a: On the waters of the French Riviera
The Skipper of l'Hydroptere, Alain Thébault, gives us a tour of the ship and provides some technical specs. The all carbon fiber main construction has a span of 24 meters with a mast that's 28 meters. Although the R&D was extensive, once the worl...
Audemars Piguet and l'Hydroptere PART 3b: On the waters of the French Riviera
The AP l'Hyrodptere crew in action: Incredible that when at speed, it rises 3 meters above water! After spending an awesome time aboard the l'Hydroptere and hanging with the cool guys of the crew, it was time to head back to the yacht. Here the l'Hydropte...
Audemars Piguet and l'Hydroptere PART4: AP ROO DIVER
A few live pics on board the world's fastest ship l'Hydroptere and the yacht Artisan, the highly anticipated new for 2010 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver: The AP ROO Diver was the hit of the tour, IMO it's a perfect size, WR of 300m, clean black ...
great post...DRMW!
looks like a great time on the Mediterranean! love that "boat" Anyhow, the new ROO Diver is definately on my radar... I haven't done any research and I should before I ask but...it comes on bracelet/leather/rubber? thanks for the report!
Great post, MW!
Looks like an amazing time was had. Thanks to AP for hosting the event. I actually wanted to see the new ROO Diver at our local AD, but they said they've not been able to get any into the showcase because they've just been snatched up at every turn. Good ...
re: Great post, MW!
"I can't wait to see it in the metal." You won't be disappointed! Thanks for looking. -MW
Great report, Ming.
It looks like you had a very nice time in South of France, my friend. The ROO Diver seems to be a very nice ROO, sporty, et elegant and quite sober. Please tell me one thing: From what I see on the pictures, the case seems to have a correct size for your ...
re: AP ROO DIVER
I have small wrist and it fit very well. On my ROO rubberclad, I use a short strap and the ROO Diver was with a regular length. With the acupressure wristband provided by the thoughtful AP staff for anti-seasickness, I used the 2nd hole and it was a snug ...
re: excellent post
Hello sms261, Appreciate you looking! What do you think of the AP DIVER? -MW
A few days ago ...
Somewhere in the south of France . . . . . . . And the wristshot ... Best Patrice...
p@triceYou got to see it?
Hello Patrice! Cool you got to see the l'Hydroptere, it's amazing isn't it? The 'Magic Carpet' is an engineering marvel! Too bad we didn't meet up in the South of France, next time for sure my friend! -MW
Thanks PP!
It was a fun event and well done by AP. The l'Hydroptere is a engineering wonder, we didn't get enough wind to get the ship 3 meters high so maybe when it comes out to L.A. for the next record breaking attempt we'll have the opportunity. -MW
Fantastic post!
The ROO diver looks great! Love the shot that you took with the diver.
re: Fantastic post!
Appreciate you looking kglaw! More from AP coming shortly, stay tuned! -MW
Nice report of the l'Hydroptere
And cool video of Mr. Merk. Thanks DRMW for coverage of this event. Regards, ED-209