The Top Sailboat for First-Time Buyers
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of getting out on the water with your brand new sailboat. For many first-time sailboat buyers, it can be an intimidating process to navigate the potential sailboats to purchase.
There are so many options these days…monohull vs multihull, racer or cruiser, solo versus family sailing, and a wide range of sailing accessories. We’ve cut through the murky waters to find the best overall sailboats for first-time buyers.
The Beneteau First 24 is the top ranked sailboat for first-time buyers in this year’s rankings. The Beneteau First 24 provides solid initial value from a trusted brand and even includes a few bells and whistles. It has a nice layout for day-sailing and some coastal cruising alike, with room for up to 8 crew.
Manufactured by Beneteau, the Beneteau First 24 sailed into the top spot with excellent marks in Safety & Comfort and Price. She’s small enough to be trailer towed, but also boasts a stout and durable hull. Like with any sailboat, keep in mind that initial price is only part of the overall investment needed to maintain a sailboat properly. Length is 23’11” with an 8’2” beam.
Check out the Boat Rankings score breakdown below for more.
| Boat Rankings Criteria | Score |
|---|---|
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Features & Innovation: | 7.5 |
| Style: | 7.5 |
| Safety & Comfort: | 8.5 |
| Price: | 8.5 |
| Overall BR Factor: | 8 |
The Top Three
Congratulations from Boat Rankings to the top three sailboats for first-time buyers!
See the expanded list below. We took the liberty of saving you valuable time by scouring resources to select the top video for each boat.
1) Beneteau First 24
2) Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
3) Catalina 22
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