2024 Beneteau First 27

Step aboard and you’ll notice how much thought went into making a 27-footer feel like a “big” boat. The wide side decks and secure handholds make moving forward under way feel natural, even when heeled. The carbon mast and performance rig reward every tweak of halyard or backstay, and the clean deck layout keeps lines exactly where you want them when it’s time to set a kite or reef quickly. Below, the bright, open cabin, removable furniture, and clever storage let you flip from race mode to weekending without wrestling gear. It’s the kind of boat you can daysail with family, then strip down and line up on the start line the very next morning.

This First 27 is particularly well suited to local conditions where light morning breezes can build into choppy afternoon seas. The powerful hull form and twin rudders give you positive grip and control when sailing downwind in a breeze, while the efficient sail plan keeps the boat moving when the wind softens. The shallow underbody and manageable size make it easy to slip into smaller marinas and snug anchorages that larger boats can’t use. It’s an ideal platform for evening club races, coastal sprints, and quick weekends away without needing a big crew or complex systems.