ecume de mer sailboat

Ecume de mer

The ecume de mer is a 26.0ft masthead sloop designed by group finot and built in fiberglass by mallard (chantier mallard) between 1968 and 1979., 1335 units have been built..

The Ecume de mer is a moderate weight sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat.

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Yachting Monthly

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Ecume de Mer

• Dick Durham
• December 17, 2009

The sailing qualities of this French pocket cruiser proved so popular that she’s also been built in Japan and Australia.

Product Overview

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It’s not surprising that the Ecume de Mer established Finot’s reputation, nor that her production life was so long and that she sold in the hundreds. With a gorgeous sheerline, exceptional performance upwind, sharp handling, beautiful balance under sail and good seakeeping, she’s a true thoroughbred. At today’s prices this gallant little cruiser is an offshore bargain. However, she’s not a comfortable caravan – you can rule her out if you plan to spend more of your time aboard in harbour than at sea.

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Ecume de Mer, a glorious racing past

How to choose your used sailboat? This week l'Ecume de Mer, a perfectly equipped regatta sailor for cruising.

• 1,335 units from 1969 to 1979
• From 4,000 euros for an old-generation Ecume âeuros 1969/1975 âeuros in sailing condition.

Is he old? Maybe older than you? So what? Sturdy, seaworthy and elegant, with its guibre bow âeuros après 1975 - the Ecume de Mer is still going strong. Not for nothing that from 1973 to 1978, she was the support boat for the Tour de France à la Voile . Fast in all conditions and very well equipped (1.70 m headroom, convertible dinette), it allows a couple to live aboard. An accessible cruiser ready to take you to the Mediterranean, Portugal and beyond.

Bateaux.com diagnosis

The condition of the inboard motor, if it's still in place and original, can cause a few problems. The most economical solution may be an outboard âeuros 8 hp is more than enough. The boat's structure and rigging are usually sound, but investing in up-to-date fittings and a new set of sails is a must.

" We explain its success by its smooth running, good construction, easy maintenance, small roof proportionate for a length of 7.90 meters."

Jean-Marie Finot, Ecume de Mer architect

• Unbeatable volume/price ratio
• Clear front deck
• Good sea behaviour
• Outdated sail plan
• No direct access to the sea
• Downwind speed limit

But what's missing?

A sail plan that gives pride of place to the mainsail âeuros hard to tuck in, this big genoa!

The equivalent today?

Visit First 25 S . Its hull is already 21 years old, even if the stern is already much wider. Program and layout are identical.

Ecume de mer technical sheet

• Material: polyester
• Shipyard : Mallard
• Architect: Finot/Cordelle
• Hull length: 8.00 m
• Length at waterline: 5.90 m
• Width: 2.70 m
• Draft: 1.25 or 1.50 m
• Light weight: 1,850 kg
• Ballast: 720 kg
• Sail area: 34.20 m2
• Mainsail area: 12.30 m2
• Genoa: 21.90 m2
• Motor: HB 6 to 10 hp or inboard

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Ecume de Mer – An Ideal Budget Sailboat for Sailing Adriatic

by Boroot · Published July 30, 2023 · Updated January 31, 2024

Ecume de Mer, translating to “Sea Foam” in French, is a sailboat from the early 1970s known as a swift, comfortable, and resilient vessel. Hailing from the classic designs of the early ’70s, it has withstood the test of time. This compact but robust vessel, measuring 26 feet (8 meters) in length, continues to captivate sailors with its sheer performance and elegance. But what makes it a top choice today after 50 years for couples seeking a budget-friendly, week-long cruising experience on the Adriatic Sea? Let’s dive in to explore.

A Brief Overview

Ecume de Mer, designed by Jean Marie Finot and introduced by the French shipyard Mallard, was a sensation when it first hit the seas. Its production ran from 1969 to 1980, with a remarkable fleet of over 1300 boats produced during this period. Its fibreglass monohull design offers durability, making it reliable for cruising journeys. Ecume de Mer’s shallow draft of 1,5m allows for exploring smaller, less accessible harbours and anchorages that larger yachts simply can’t reach. This makes for a more adventurous and unique cruising experience, full of hidden gems and less crowded spots.

Accommodation and Interior Design

Ecume de Mer is cleverly designed to maximize space and comfort despite its relatively small size. The vessel offers accommodation for four people, perfectly catering to a couple seeking additional room or planning to bring along friends. The boat contains a V-shaped double berth forward, two berths in the main cabin, a head to the starboard, and a small galley to the port. It’s a compact setup yet offers everything needed for a comfortable sailing experience. The bright and airy interior ambience, with a touch of vintage charm, adds to the overall appeal, promising a unique experience for couples. Ecume de Mer offers a certain simplicity and intimacy that larger boats often lack.

Performance and Usability

When it comes to performance, the Ecume de Mer is impressive for its size. Its strong sailing characteristics make it a great performer under various wind conditions. It easily cuts through the water and holds its own against larger cruising vessels. It’s stable and agile, making it perfect for a couple to manage, even with limited sailing experience. The smaller size of the boat also allows for easier manoeuvring in the diverse range of weather conditions that the Adriatic can present.

Cost-Effectiveness

One of the most appealing features of the Ecume de Mer sailboat is its cost-effectiveness. Given its age and size, it’s often more affordable to rent compared to newer or larger yachts. This makes it an ideal choice for couples on a shorter budget seeking an Adriatic cruise experience.

The Adriatic Cruise Experience

Cruising the Adriatic on an Ecume de Mer offers couples a unique, romantic experience. The Adriatic’s calm waters and stunning coastline, dotted with picturesque towns and idyllic islands, make it a perfect cruising destination. Whether dropping anchor in a secluded bay for a quiet swim, exploring Dalmatian towns’ rich history and culture, or sampling local cuisine at waterfront restaurants, the possibilities are endless. Its versatile design, shallow draft and cost-effectiveness make it a perfect vessel to enjoy all the Adriatic offers.

In conclusion, the Ecume de Mer sailboat embodies an affordable, compact, yet capable sailing experience. It’s an ideal choice for couples aiming for a budget-friendly, week-long Adriatic cruise, promising comfort, adventure, and romance all rolled into one.

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ECUME DE MER Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of ECUME DE MER. Built by Mallard (Chantier Mallard) and designed by Jean Marie Finot (Groupe Finot), the boat was first built in 1968. It has a hull type of Fin with rudder on skeg and LOA is 7.92. Its sail area/displacement ratio 17.64. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined.

ECUME DE MER has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about ECUME DE MER and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

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Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, contributions, who designed the ecume de mer.

ECUME DE MER was designed by Jean Marie Finot (Groupe Finot).

Who builds ECUME DE MER?

ECUME DE MER is built by Mallard (Chantier Mallard).

When was ECUME DE MER first built?

ECUME DE MER was first built in 1968.

How long is ECUME DE MER?

ECUME DE MER is 5.87 m in length.

What is mast height on ECUME DE MER?

ECUME DE MER has a mast height of 7.59 m.

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Jean marie finot's "ecume de mer".

As a sailing instructor at the Iles de Gl é nan school - “ the only place in France you could really learn to sail, at the time ” according to Finot - he got to know Philippe Harl é , the chief instructor, who was leaving to set up a yacht design practice. Jean-Marie, too. wanted to learn about yacht design, so he took a lowly position as Harl é 's assistant in order to pick up some experience.

The apprentice Finot did actually design a couple of boats for the Harl é practice, but as a recently married man he wanted a career that would support a family, so he gave up his yacht design ambitions and left Harl é . However, as a favour to a friend, he agreed to design one last boat, Ecume De Mer , a small cruiser/racer of which it was intended only two would ever be built – one for the friend and one for Jean-Marie himself. This would be, he decided, his last design.

The pair looked around for a French yard to build the hard-chine plywood boats, but none seemed interested. Finally a Dutch builder, Walter Huisman, heard of their project and, impressed by the young designer, offered to build one boat at a reasonable price, provided they would campaign it in a number of races, including the International Quarter Ton Cup competition. Although this entailed modifying the plans to create a slightly larger boat, agreement was reached.

The following season, back in France the prototype boat won race after race, and even returned briefly to Holland to win the Delta race again. Soon this phenomenon caught the attention of the French boatbuilder, Mallard, who contracted to build a series of boats to the design, in GRP. Once again the drawings were modified. Away went the chines to be replaced by a rounded hull shape. The stepped sheerline and flush deck were replaced by a conventional sheer and a short coachroof. Though the efficient racing deck layout was retained, with halyards and controls led aft to the cockpit, on the inside the accomodation was re-designed for comfort in harbour rather than racing. There would now be standing headroom, a dinette, a toilet, and a separate forecabin.

Further modifications were made to re-style accommodation and coachroof, giving more headroom in the heads in 1975. This version won the 1977 Boat of the Year title and was chosen for the 1978 "Tour De France" race . It continued in production until 1980.

Eventually 1385 boats were built to the Ecume De Mer design. Examples of this fine boat, that was supposed to be Finot's farewell to yacht design and of which there should only ever have been two, can still be seen in almost any marina in France as well as in many other parts of the world. This great boat - that launched a lasting career for its designer - has itself lasted pretty well.

Ecume De Mer (Mallard, 1969 version)

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Review of Ecume de Mer 26

Basic specs..

The boat can enter most marinas as the draft is just about 1.65 - 1.75 meter (5.41 - 5.71 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.

Ecume de Mer 26 is typically equipped with an engine.

Sailing characteristics

This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Ecume de Mer 26 is about 140 kg/cm, alternatively 785 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 140 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 785 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

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Beginning with the hugely successful ECUME DE MER, designed in 1969, Jean Marie Finot, has become one the premiere designers in the world. His firm, Goupe Finot, was formed in 1969.

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