The Beneteau First 211 Chinook is a compact and lively cruiser-racer that offers a great mix of performance, simplicity, and easy handling. Built in 2002, she is a very appealing option for sailors looking for a small yacht with real sailing ability, a shallow draft when the keel is up, and enough comfort for enjoyable days afloat or short cruising trips. Her sporty lines, light displacement, and lifting keel make her a versatile boat that is easy to manage and rewarding to sail.Chinook is fitted with a single-spreader fractional alloy mast, a fu... read more

The Beneteau First 211 Chinook is a compact and lively cruiser-racer that offers a great mix of performance, simplicity, and easy handling. Built in 2002, she is a very appealing option for sailors looking for a small yacht with real sailing ability, a shallow draft when the keel is up, and enough comfort for enjoyable days afloat or short cruising trips. Her sporty lines, light displacement, and lifting keel make her a versatile boat that is easy to manage and rewarding to sail.Chinook is fitted with a single-spreader fractional alloy mast, a fu... read more

Spindrift is a good example of this extremely popular small yacht which is in excellent condition. It has recently had new headlining throughout its interior and is complimented by a new Goacher lazy jack and luff sock. The hull has been polished and anti fouled at the start of this season. There are 2 suits of sails, one in fair condition and the other in good condition. It is sold with a spinnaker, bag, pole and new fittings to eliminate the pole downhaul sheet. A new reefing line has been added making it easier to sail in stronger wind conditions. The headsail is on a furler and the main on... read more

This Beneteau First 211 is the boat to buy if you are looking for a boat that is ready to go. In great condition with a full inventory. In the water at Lough Ree Yacht Club near Athlone, ready for you to try out on the water Full inventory of sails 2 Main, 2 Jib, 2 Genoa, 1 Symmetric Spinnaker, 1 Asymmetric Spinnaker Standing rigging and mast new 2025 Lifting keel mechanism serviced 2025 Mariner 3.5 hp outboard recently and regularly serviced. June 2026 survey available . Single axle road trailer (2023) available to purchase separately... read more

This Beneteau First 211 is the boat to buy if you are looking for a turn key example that is ready to go immediately! Upgrades in 2026 as follows: Standing rigging replaced Running rigging replaced Guardwires replaced Hull polished and freshly anti fouled Johnson 5hp outboard serviced. The boat has asymmetric spinnaker and deck pole in good condition main and Genoa in fair condition. The owner also had the boat surveyed in 2026.  As mentioned, if the First 211 is the boat for you, and thousands of people have decided it is over the years, then this is the boat to b... read more

Remarks : Versatile pocket cruiser racer that can be towed to regatta and or holiday destinations. "Billy Whizz" has been successfully raced one design in Dublin Bay. For road towing adjustments required for the yard trailer. Recent Yamaha 4HP outboard. Excellent racing sails. "Billy Whizz" has had many Regatta and class wins. Keel and lift worm refurbished and serviced. This boat is easily handled and for racing no need for a big crew. Ideal for a holiday location pocket cruiser. Accommodation : Four berths with cushions. ... read more

Beneteau First 211 (2003) – "SALLY CINNAMON" Vessel Overview The Beneteau First 211 is a highly regarded trailerable performance cruiser designed by Groupe Finot, combining responsive sailing characteristics with practical accommodation for coastal cruising and club racing. With her lifting keel, twin rudders, and easily managed fractional rig, the First 211 is equally at home exploring shallow waters, racing around the cans, or enjoying family weekends afloat."Sally Cinnamon" is a well loved example with all the kit to make her "ready to go". The current owner is now wanting to go... read more