Power sloops
A power sloop is an open boat designed for leisurely boating with family or friends, with seating all round in a spacious cockpit. On Water&Wind, power sloops have an inboard or electric motor and usually cruise at less than 20 km/h. Fast power sloops or those fitted with outboard engines are classified as tender sloops. Power sloops are designed for lakes, rivers and canals. When buying a power sloop, pay particular attention to the air draft to ensure you can pass under the main bridges. Tip: with a folding canopy or windscreen, you don’t have to compromise on comfort.
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Questions about power sloops
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To Advice →How many people am I allowed to take on board a power sloop?
This varies by model and is stated on the boat’s CE label. You can find the maximum number of people in the model’s specifications at Water&Wind.
What is the difference between a power sloop and a tender sloop?
A power sloop is an open boat with classic lines, a spacious cockpit with seating all round and an inboard diesel, hybrid or electric motor, made for relaxed cruising at modest speed. Faster sloops, or sloops with an outboard engine, are listed on Water&Wind as tender sloops.
Is a power sloop suitable for coastal waters?
Most power sloops are designed for sheltered water such as lakes, rivers and canals, and carry CE category C or D. For estuaries or short coastal trips, look for a higher freeboard, a self-draining cockpit and CE category C, and always check the weather forecast.


















































