Cruising-racing sailboat GS 44 Performance

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Born to win" is not a slogan but a fact engraved in the Grand Soleil 44's track record: four consecutive ORC World Championship titles. A 44-footer that has redefined the balance between pure speed and comfort, the result of a design challenge won by Cantiere del Pardo. The naval architecture is signed by Matteo Polli, the "ORC wizard," while the exterior lines and interiors bear the signature of Nauta Design. The GS44 is the perfect synthesis of the Grand Soleil DNA: absolute performance, Italian elegance, and the liveability of a true yacht The Grand Soleil 44's profile is sleek, sporty, and unmistakably Italian: a masterpiece that communicates speed even at anchor. But the real secret lies beneath the waterline The hull shapes, developed by Matteo Polli using the most advanced digital simulations, deliver immediate acceleration in light winds and extraordinary power when the breeze picks up. The generous 4.27-metre beam ensures stability and tight upwind angles. The mast, positioned slightly further aft than in traditional designs, allows for larger headsails — the true engine of the boat on downwind points of sail The deck of the Performance version is designed for those who love to sail with spirit without giving up on simplicity, even when sailing as a couple or with a reduced crew. The four winches are all within the helmsman's reach: sails can be trimmed without ever leaving the wheel. The self-tacking jib, standard equipment, turns every tack into a fluid and natural motion, perfect for fast cruising The mainsheet is fixed at the centre of the deck leaving the cockpit clear and creating a wide relaxation area for guests, well separated from the manoeuvring zone