ICE 65, 65ft Cruiser/Racer

Designer’s Notes

The ICE 66RS-01 represents the first of a new line of performance cruising yachts that combine the elegant interior and exterior styling of Micheletti & Partners with the proven performance and refined naval architecture of Farr Yacht Design. When these elements are combined with the high level of construction and detailed craftsmanship of ICE Yachts the result is a stunning addition to the ICE lineup. The hull shape carries the Farr performance DNA and is the product of a close interaction with the Micheletti & Partners designers to accentuate the boat’s signature aesthetic features. The hull features a vertical stem, fine waterline entry and carefully tuned transom shaping. The bow sections and knuckle shaping were developed to reduce slamming accelerations while the volume distribution was optimized to achieve a desirable trim response with speed and heel. In keeping with modern design trends, the hull carries its maximum beam aft to the transom providing excellent form stability and permitting transverse tender storage in the transom. As with all Farr designed yachts, excellent balance and helm feel in all conditions are of paramount importance and are considered in the sizing and positioning of the sailplan and appendages. Boat #1 is configured with a fixed keel at 3.35m draft and a single rudder. Options for a lift keel and twin rudder installation are available. Built from an infused hybrid glass-carbon composite sandwich hull with a full carbon deck and well-appointed but light weight interior she achieves a ballast ratio of 33% promising excellent upwind performance. The sailplan has been optimized to ensure excellent light air performance and developed from the outset for easy shorthanded operation. The boat features electric winches, a furling 105% headsail, and options for a furling boom and self-tacking storm jib.