A TRANS-OCEAN CRUISER: According to Cam Lewis: "The boat is extremely well built and over-engineered on purpose with a stiff construction and rig. So you can really drive the boat hard because you know it will take it."
SMALLER, HEAVIER, COMFIER: Compared to a true ORMA 60, Paradox has a significantly smaller rig – her mast is some 18ft shorter and she flies her gennaker from the bow rather than a long bowsprit. With around two tons of extra weight due to her full interior and less sail area she is a far more comfortable boat to sail than her ORMA cousins, but Paradox is still capable of cruising at well over 20 knots and reaching 30 knots at full tilt.
EXCEPTIONALLY STIFF: Constructed from resin infused carbon fibre rather than pre-preg, Paradox is somewhat heavier than a racing ORMA but has exceptional torsional stiffness and a much higher load tolerance. She was also quite a bit less expensive to build. Paradox’s carbon fibre wing mast rotates up to 45 degrees to each side. This provides a very efficient aerodynamic leading edge for the mainsail and significantly reduces drag.
Paradox has a beam of 48’, which is 12 feet narrower than the latest generation ORMA 60s. However, her heavier displacement provides equivalent righting moment, which adds up to lots of stability and the ability to generate tremendous power when Peter wants to “let loose the beast”.
HELMING A DREAM: A bespoke cranked tiller arm, forward-facing bucket seat and footrest give an exceptionally comfortable outboard steering position that provides the helmsman unobstructed forward vision and a unique view of the entire sail plan. A set of buttons on the tiller control the hydraulic mainsheet system and the traveler is led to a winch conveniently located right next to the helm position. Four cockpit-mounted electric 3-speed winches make sail handling easy.
SPARTAN INTERIOR: Paradox has a functional rather than luxurious interior with no frills but all the essential cruising comforts. The full height saloon area includes a head, nav station, galley and fold down dining table that seats six comfortably. Two upper tier berths with lee-cloths provide a secure sleeping area in rough conditions. Large double bunks are found in the aft and forward cabin, which also includes a shower and sink. Grab rails throughout make common sense.
HIDDEN ANCHOR: When it is time to anchor a hidden arm articulates up out of the deck and deploys Paradox’s anchor and 40 metres of chain. The system is deployed by a gas cylinder acting in concert with the electric windlass.
SOLAR POWERED: Fitted with an extensive array of solar panels as well as a hydro-generator and fuel cell, Paradox rarely needs to use her engine, save when maneuvering off anchorage or motoring in a dead calm.
Specifications: LOA : 63 ft (19.15 m) • Beam : 48 ft (14.5 m)• Rig height : 83 ft (25.25 m)• Sail area : 1927 ft² (179 m²) upwind. 2433 ft² (226 m²) downwind • Displacement : Approx 8.8 t • Engine: Volvo 75 hp turbo diesel
Paradox is truly a cruising trimaran, comfortable down below with plenty of space and headroom. Totally reliable with solar power, a watermaker, refrigerator and plenty of storage space for food, Paradox is completely self-sufficient for a trans-oceanic adventure - and a fast one at that.
