Weta Trimaran with the largest fleets in France and the USA. Its sails were manufactured by Dutch windsurfing sail-maker Gaastra. The design evolved over time: In 2014 the new 2015 Weta was announced. Structural and cosmetic improvements include: In September 2014 the first of the new '2015 Weta' build were shipped to customers in the US. In April 2017, Weta announced the availability of a redesigned and bi-radial cut 9.3SqM square top mainsail and a 12 kg lighter foam-core boat. Weta Trimaran The Weta 4.4 Trimaran is a 4.4 metre (14 foot) sailing dinghy conceived and developed in New Zealand from 2001-2006
Trimaran rigging, many modern and ancient trimarans are explicitly designed for this method of righting. Harnesses pulling on the stern toward the bow, or from the bow toward the stern of capsized trimarans have been shown to be able to successfully turn them end-over-end. Several design features reduce the chance of pitch-pole capsize; these include having wing nets with an open weave designed to reduce windage and decks and nets that shed water easily. The best way to avoid capsize is to reduce sail in heavy weather. Competing with a giant trimaran the BMW Oracle Racing team representing the Golden Gate