Open sailing boats
Open sailing boats do not have a cabin for sleeping in, just a bit of storage space in the bow at most. Perfect for an afternoon’s sailing on a lake. They are light and responsive to steer. Many open sailing boats are easy to tow.
Compare all the new open sailing boats: models, sizes and starting prices.
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Questions about open sailing boats
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To Advice →What is a Jol or Kielboat?
A dinghy has a centreboard that you can raise; it is light and manoeuvrable, but this also means it is more prone to capsizing. An open keel boat has a fixed keel and is more stable, but heavier to trailer.
Is an open sailing boat suitable for learning to sail?
Yes. You can feel straight away how the wind, sail and rudder work, and many sailing schools offer lessons on this type of boat.
Is an open sailing boat suitable for the sea?
Most open sailing boats are made for lakes and sheltered waters and carry CE category C or D. Keelboats with built-in buoyancy are more forgiving than dinghies, which can capsize. Check the CE category on the model page before heading out to open water.



































