Metis 45 first look: Italian foiler for simplifying offshore foiling races

The new Italian Metis 45 is in development, reportedly featuring a design that eliminates the need for expensive control systems.

The Metis 45

This Italian-designed and built foiling offshore racer is intended to fill the big gulf between Class 40s and IMOCA 60s.

Full details have not yet been released, but we’re told the boat will be able to achieve full foiling on offshore courses without the need for complex and expensive active control systems. Instead, adjustable foils on each...