This superb Berret Racoupeau design boasts a number of revolutions in terms of shape and onboard living:
- The Salon and cockpit are on the same level of ease of movement, with a single entrance and no steps. The whole area is wide open, doubling the living space.
- The raised steering station can seat three people. Linked to the cockpit, access is direct, protecting the helmsman but not isolating him from the rest of the crew.
- The positioning of the instrument console at the steering station avoids the need to move around.
- An extremely pleasant and comfortable sundeck lies behind the cockpit, for use while moored or when sailing.
Performance:
The boats length (48ft/14.30m) means it is streamlined with a very low centre of gravity for comfort and safety at sea. The 136 m2 sail plan prevents pitching in rough seas. |