Research 2020 - Beneteau Yachts - First 14

Designed by Sam Manuard, the First 14's planing hull strives to achieve the best compromise between speed and stability. The dinghy's double centre-board casing means that she can be sailed solo (centreboard further aft and cat rig) or two-up (centreboard further forward and with a set of three sails). With a sail area varying between 8.5 and 21.5 m², the First 14 is highly adaptable and suited to all levels of ability. Designed for a wide range of crew sizes and weights, the cockpit has several seat heights: she is particularly comfortable on the longest sides. With a set of removable wheels, every detail on the First 14 aims to simplify sailing in every way.
Beam: 5 ft. 7 in.
Displacement: 148
Standard features:
Specs
Hull Length: 14'1"
Hull Beam: 5'7"
Light Displacement: 148lbs


Construction and Equipment
Design made following European Directive requirements and according to CE certification
Infused hull and deck, vinylester / foam resin sandwich
1 Straight centreboard, * 1 centreboard well in the hull (1 well forward for sailing with all sails, 1 aft well for sailing with the mainsail alone)
1 Rudder
Carbon tiller with stick


Mast and Rigging

1 SAIL VERSION
Carbon mast in 2 parts
Carbon boom
Mast and boom with UV protection
Mainsheet pulleys
Clamcleats
Carrying case for mast


3 SAILS VERSION
Carbon mast in 2 parts
Carbon boom
Mast and boom with UV protection
Main sheet pulleys
Clam cleats
Carrying case for mast
Retractable bowsprit. Manauevres from the cockpit
2 Asymmetric spinnaker sheets
Jib rail
Jib furler


Sails

1 SAIL VERSION
North Sails mainsail - Pentex laminated

3 SAILS VERSION
North Sails mainsail - Pentex laminated
North Sails jib - Pentex laminated
North Sails asymmetric spinnaker