Folding and unfolding a Corsair trimaran takes only a few minutes.
With only 4 bolts to remove, it is easily managed by one or two persons and is normally done while afloat. Simply raise (to fold) or press down (to unfold) the inboard end of one cross beam. Only a little force is needed due to the folding system’s carefully balanced geometry and the movement of the float being mostly horizontal.
STEP 1: Remove Beam Bolts
Remove all four beam bolts, using a spanner or the provided speed wrench. As these are installed firm but not overly tight, this is a simple task requiring minimal physical effort.
STEP 2: Loosen Shroud Tension
If required, ease out some length on the cap shroud. This is made easy by the use of Dyneema shrouds and synthetic lashing. NOTE: smaller models such as the Corsair 760 do not require this step as tension is maintained in both folded and unfolded positions.
STEP 3: Fold
By pulling up on the inboard beam straps the beam will begin to lift as the floats gradually make their way inboard. As the floats are supported, there is very little weight on the beam allowing this process to be easily performed by one or two people.
