Feeling 850 R

Cruiser Regatta for restoration, very good base for initiation to cruiser regattas, re-engined around 2008, engine works perfectly.

Last engine review (official service) 15/06/2025

Interiors to be completely conditioned,

2 Genoa sails to be reviewed, main sail of Kevlar to be reviewed, standing rigging to be checked or replaced.

Autopilot and wind equipment are present but not functioning.

ITB next 12/07/2026, navigation permit 30/09/2029

Mooring paid until August 2026.

Born in 1984 under the direction of architect Philippe Briand, the Feeling 850 is actually a derivative of the Free Lance prototype, winner of the Half Ton Cup in 1983. While it retains the competitive performance of the latter, the 850 is ideal for cruising. Its layout confirms this: a double cabin at the stern, on the other side of the stairs, a bathroom, a chart table in front of the kitchen, a spacious U-shaped salon, and, right at the bow, a bunk. It is true that the overall design is quite sober (the interiors are made of elm), but this is due to the need to reduce weight. The large portholes provide good light to the entire salon. The only drawback is the ventilation, which is somewhat lacking: only the hatch of the forward cabin provides airflow through the stairs. On the outside, it has a fairly spacious cockpit with capacity for six people.