Fun to sail solo or two-handed, the First 14 is a simple, robust sailing yacht. With emphasis on design and ergonomics, this dinghy is an ideal introduction to sailing and the joy of surfing.

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.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

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
• Mainsheet pulleys
• Clamcleats
• Carrying case for mast
• Retractable bowsprit. Manœuvres 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