First 18 SE

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Small But Mighty: The First 18 SE

Light, fast, and incredibly fun - the First 18 Seascape Edition is the ultimate pocket rocket for new sailors and thrill-seekers alike. Whether you're racing solo, cruising with a friend, or learning the ropes, this compact keelboat offers impressive performance with safety and simplicity at its core. From easy trailering to a clutter-free cockpit, the First 18 SE is your ticket to pure, uncomplicated sailing.

Key Features:

Wide, Flat Hull & Twin Rudders: Delivering exceptional form stability and control, even at speed, this hull design ensures a confident and exciting ride for sailors of all skill levels.
Ballasted Swing Keel: Adds serious versatility, launch from a ramp, explore shallow waters, or trailer with ease, all while benefiting from improved upwind performance.
Gennaker Snuffer & Furling Jib Systems: Simplified sail handling systems allow quick deployment and retrieval, making single- or double-handed sailing effortless.
Light Carbon Mast & Unsinkable Design: A carbon rig keeps weight low for enhanced performance, while buoyancy chambers and a ballasted keel make the boat virtually unsinkable for peace of mind.

Why Choose the First 18 SE?
Agile, trailerable, and ready for adventure, the First 18 SE is your go-anywhere, sail-anytime solution. It's built for simplicity without compromising fun, ideal for weekend racers, coastal explorers, or anyone chasing the thrill of wind and water.

Reach out today and see how the First 18 SE can be your first, or next favourite boat. Connect with us today!

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SAILING EXPERIENCE

Stable and lightweight with a wide and flat hull shape, a deep-ballasted swinging keel, and high-performance rigging, the First 18 SE delivers a dinghy-like sailing experience but on a more safe and stable platform. Simple systems make for easy handling, and the boat’s responsiveness makes every sail fun and fast. A lifting keel means you can beach wherever you want or sail right into your favourite bay. System and boat controls are simplified, leaving a nice and clear deckspace. The jib is furling, the gennaker is easily operated with a snuffer system, and a carbon mast without a backstay supports the powerful square-top mainsail.

INTERIOR

The interior layout may well surprise you with an amazing amount of space for a boat of this size, with room for up to two adults to sleep. A user-friendly companionway leads you inside, where there is a great-sized v-berth with smart crew bags for personal belongings. Suitable for cruising the coastline or racing in the harbour, this is a design that will impress.