1989 LAPORTE TWIN-MASTED SCHOONER, 16 m equal-masted schooner, designed by Patrick LaporteA rare, elegant, and remarkably equipped sailing vesselThis exceptional sailboat combines a traditional and elegant silhouette with a resolutely modern design: Marconi rig with staysails, full keel, molded/epoxy wooden hull, flush deck, and fully led controls to the cockpit.Its low variable draft -- from 0.85 m with the keel up to 3.20 m with the keel down -- allows access to many anchorages and shallow areas, while offering excellent stability and good seafaring qualities in offshore navigation.Main featuresType: Equal-masted schoonerNaval architect: Patrick LaporteYear launched: 1989Overall length: 16 mBeam: 4.50 mLightweight: approximately 16 tonsCategory: first category pleasure craftFull keelDraft: 0.85 m / 3.20 mDeck: flush deckControls: led to the cockpitConstruction: molded/epoxy woodConstructionThe hull was built using a particularly robust method:6 layers of crossed mahogany planking;12 crossed layers in the bottoms;Frames and stringers in laminated mahogany;Solid iroko keel;Weighted pivoting keel, laminated/epoxy.This construction offers excellent structural rigidity, good longevity, and remarkable finish quality, provided, of course, that regular maintenance is adapted to an epoxy wooden hull.Rigging and sailsModern equal-masted schooner, with Marconi rig, also known as Bermuda rig. In this type of configuration, both masts carry triangular sails, and the sail plan is complemented by staysails; this setup is recognized for its versatility and ease of progressively reducing sail area.Deck and rigging equipmentMain sail: approximately 55 m², parallel-cut Dacron;Battened mainsail, 2 automatic reefs;2 staysails of 32 m² each;Boomed jib;New waterproof storm sail;Asymmetrical spinnaker of 90 m² with sock;Yankee of 60 m² on roller;Battened jib in parallel-cut Dacron;Mizzen of 39 m² on roller;Fisherman of 31 m² on roller;Self-tacking jib boom;Main mast equipped with Antal sliding track;Mizzen mast in aluminum;Furlex roller for Yankee with 12 mm stay;Stays and standing rigging in stainless steel;Regularly maintained running rigging;Adjusters and sheet tracks replaced or renewed as per inventory;Recent pulleys and deck equipment;4 reversible self-tailing Andersen winchesElectric windlass 1,700 W with chain counter and cockpit control;CQR + Fob + Bruce anchors;1 stainless steel loading mast for dinghy engine;Stainless steel swim ladder and side swim ladder;Davits and dinghy with Suzuki 5 HP outboard engine;Two sun awnings and cockpit cushions.Interior accommodationsThe interior is designed for extended cruising and autonomy, with 8 berths and particularly complete technical spaces.8 berths;Bathroom with WC;Equipped kitchen;Chart table;Workshop;Numerous storage spaces;LED lighting;12 V and 220 V outlets;Kitchen with two-burner stove, sink with two basins, and gray water tank;5 kg washing machine;2 aft cabins with single berths;Large forward cabin with double berth;Saloon at the front with two single berths;Double berth Breton bed at the bow.Benches and berths equipped with foam mattresses;Speakers in the saloon and cockpit.Tanks:Fresh water: 640 liters;Diesel: 560 liters.Engine and energyMain engine:Nanni Diesel N 485 Year 2012, 600 hours;2 alternators of 100 A;Mechanical Hurth gearbox;30 mm shaft with 4-blade adjustable propeller;Volvo stuffing box;Max Prop 4-blade propeller;Cut-off valve.Electricity and autonomy:Service battery: approximately 770 Ah;Engine battery: approximately 110 Ah;12 V / 40 A shore charger;Battery splitter and manager;Two adjustable solar panels;Solar regulator;Bilge pump, shower pump, and electric fresh water group;12 V / 500 W inverter;Onboard generatorElectronics and safetyComplete electronics, suitable for coastal and offshore navigation:Control panel at the cockpit and chart table;RayMarine central unit at the cockpit and chart table;Wind vane, anemometer, log, and depth sounder;Raymarine ST 6000 autopilot;Raymarine chart plotter;Raymarine GPS;Raymarine radar;RAYMARINE Class B AIS transceiver/receiver/silence;Fixed VHF with DSC and GPS;Furuno Navtex;Navtex receiver;Plastimo cockpit compass;Inverter and charging equipment;Complete safety equipment for offshore navigation;Inflatable life jackets, pole, buoys, lifeline, distress beacon, and various safety equipment.Highlights of this SchoonerUnique design by a naval architect;High-quality molded/epoxy wood construction;Full keel offering great sailing versatility;Reduced draft with keel up;Elegant and easily reducible equal-masted schooner rig;Staysails and boomed jib, suitable for sailing in all weather conditions;Safe and clear flush deck;Manoeuvres led to the cockpit;Great autonomy in water and fuel;Workshop on board;Accommodations for 8 people;Complete electronics;Significantly renewed rigging.Boat suitable for both long voyages and coastal cruising and shallow anchorages.The design by Patrick Laporte reflects a particularly thorough exploration around three ideas: versatility, safety, and autonomy.The combination of a molded/epoxy wooden hull, full keel, and schooner rig allows for a boat that is both powerful, seaworthy, and relatively easy to adapt to different sailing conditions. The design also seems to prioritize the simplicity of maneuvers, the protection of the crew, and the possibility of living aboard for extended periods.Detailed inventory, visits on request.