Bénéteau First 22 QR (1980)

The Courlis is a reasonably sized sailboat, light and easy to maneuver. It easily allows for a day trip on the Erdre River up to Sucé (max 6 people), or even a night on board (max 4 people).

It is powered by a silent electric motor recharged by a solar panel, which does not require a license. If the wind allows, you can easily unfurl the genoa and hoist the mainsail, or even a symmetrical or asymmetrical spinnaker if desired.

It is moored at the Quai de la Jonelière, with free parking and access by bus. I regularly maintain it for my own use. I can provide a demonstration of basic maneuvers if necessary.

From its location, the autonomy allows you to reach the charming port of Sucé-sur-Erdre in 2 hours, for a picnic along the water and the manors bordering this beautiful river.

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The calendar is kept up to date, and it is possible to make an instant reservation; however, the availability of an owner to show you how to use it is not guaranteed. Furthermore, handling is not as simple as a small electric boat, so be aware that your responsibility is engaged at least up to the deposit, or more if the insurance considers that your liability may be engaged, especially in case of lack of prior experience.

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Improvements
May 2022: full batten mainsail
May 2023: new genoa furlers
October 2023: new motor support
March 2024: new mainsail cover
April 2025: new genoa
June 2026: asymmetrical spinnaker
July 2026: electric propulsion

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Discounts -10% each:
weekday rental
off-season rental (November-March)
rental without instruction

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In case of unfavorable weather conditions (Beaufort ≥ 6, meaning more than 22 knots of average wind), it is possible to reschedule the outing for any weekday or for an unreserved weekend day.

Description of the architect:
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Designed by the Finot Group for Beneteau, the First 22 is the first boat of a long and successful collaboration. Its size and weight allow for good control and stability.
The boat's philosophy reflects the essential elements of the Finot Group: Good stability, Easy steering, Ergonomics at the helm, and Maneuvering ergonomics thanks to inclined backrests, the return of halyards to the cockpit, and good visibility forward.
The innovation on this boat was to have a retractable keel (0.65-1.5m) with three levels, providing good hold and rigidity.