FEELING 850
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 27.89 ft |
| LWL | 24.44 ft |
| Beam | 10.5 ft |
| Draft | 5.58 ft |
| Displacement | 6,614 lb |
| Ballast | 2,314.9 lb |
| Material | 17.0 |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.6 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 36.72 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 11 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 30.33 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.25 ft |
| FLforestay | 11 ft |
| Mainsail | 369.8 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 202 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 343.3 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 1 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 5 |
| Water | 23.8 L |
| Fuel | 6.6 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the FEELING 850
Derived from prototype "Free Lance", winner of the Half-ton cup in 1983. At least 3 different rigs (masthead and fractional) were available. It is thought that the FEELING 850, ELITE 29 & 30 are based on the same hull design/tooling.
Designed by Philippe Briand and built by Kirie (FRA) between 1984 and 1988, the Feeling 850 is a compact, performance-oriented cruiser with 313 hulls produced. Its lightweight displacement of 6614.0 lb and high sail area-to-displacement ratio of 21.59 reflect a design prioritizing speed and agility over heavy offshore comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend racers who value responsive handling and easy single-handed sailing, rather than those seeking a heavy-displacement bluewater passagemaker.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 2.24 and a comfort ratio of 17.51, the boat is capable of coastal passages but lacks the heavy displacement and motion comfort typically required for extended bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Also similar to the Beneteau First 26.7, given the shared French design influence and focus on planing capabilities with a low D/L ratio of 202.26.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 27.89ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
12 reported issues across 7 systems for the FEELING 850, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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