New Neel 60 Trimaran

[Sand crab]

Originally Posted by Rohan

In their boat show videos, the boat has a soft bimini. I think the idea is to reduce the weight of the boat (that's also why it doesn't have wood paneling inside). You can see the bimini here and here.

Well that's better. I assume the boom doesn't hit that little canopy over the helm. Looks like a tight fit.

[rossad]

I wish i could get to see one of these tris. They look quite different to anything else. Only the French i suppose. Not many built only 4 or 5 i heard. The initial concept seems to be ahead of its time. Custom changes apply to any boat. I dont think there is one that has come down to the southern hemisphere.

[ranchero76]

That's really strange - it appeared as "Neel 60", "Neel 62", "Neel 65" in different brochures. Does anyone now if any of these beasts were actually built and sold (besides prototype)?

[rossad]

This Neel "Superflux" is for sale
As new Neel Trimaran for sale.
I believe the owners have since abandoned their world cruise
Also the Neel is used a charter boat someplace

[ranchero76]

This is Neel 45 (its quality discussed in other thread and blows my mind), but I'm talking about big one, as advertised at different times - 60, 62 or 65 feet.
After watching story about quality of Neel 45 I wouldn't touch one unless it's priced at scrap value, than it's worth fixing up.

[rossad]

It certainly would be interesting to talk to an owner of the Neel.
I suppose asking directly to the builders in France would confirm if they built a 60+
I think one of the first Neels was 55ft