Best performance cruiser 2023 - Onboard the Beneteau First 36. Is First back to its best? // TRAIN BRAIN

Best performance cruiser 2023 - Onboard the Beneteau First 36. Is First back to its best?

A planing sports boat that could rekindle the First's cruiser-racer reputation. The First 36 is uncomplicated and a pleasure to sail. Toby Hodges steps onboard the winner of the Performance Cruiser category in the European Yacht of the Year awards 2023.
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