Aloa 17 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

The Aloa 17, a product of the SEB Marine yard (which later became the renowned Aloa Marine), serves as the foundation for the French builder's legacy in fiberglass small-craft production. Launched in the late 1960s and designed by J.M. L’Hermenier, the 17 was envisioned as a robust, versatile dinghy capable of bridging the gap between a high-performance racing dinghy and a stable family daysailer. At a length of approximately 5.10 meters (16.7 feet), it was often the first introduction to the brand for European sailors who would eventually move up to the yard’s larger cruisers. Unlike its more famous successors, the Aloa 17 focused on the simplicity of open-cockpit sailing, utilizing the burgeoning technology of glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) to create a hull that was far more durable than the wooden trainers of the era.