New Boats for 2016
2015 August 17
SAILING's editors roundup the best new boats you'll see at boat shows this year
Beneteau First 35 Carbon
The First 35 is an enduring brand, evolving and improving since the original First 35 came out in 1980. This new boat looks a lot different than its ancestor, with a carbon rig, including a retractable carbon sprit for an asymmetrical spinnaker, and a rocking carbon wheel. The wheel frees up space in the cockpit. LOA 35’7”; Beam 11’11”; Draft 5’11” (shoal), 7’3” (deep); Displ. 12,122 lbs.; Sail area 670 sq. ft., www.beneteauamerica.com. Price: $235,900
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