Design and Construction
RS Sailing built the Feva using rotomolded polyethylene construction, and program directors have valued that approach for its ruggedness and low cost. The hull itself is high volume, which lets the boat stay fast and entertaining as the people aboard grow in size and skill. As a scalable boat, the Feva gives a junior sailor a platform that remains relevant across multiple seasons rather than being outgrown after a single year of instruction.
Rig and Handling
The Feva is easy to rig, a quality that matters when the crew is young and the clock before a start is short. Owners report that the self-setting gennaker is a great feature, removing a layer of complexity from downwind work that would otherwise demand precise pole and sheet management from inexperienced hands. That same owner community notes the boat can be sailed with one to four sailors aboard, so it is very versatile across teaching, family outings, and informal club racing without a redesign or a different rig.
Versions and Intended Use
RS offered the Feva in S, XL, and XL Race versions, giving programs and private owners a ladder of specification from basic training to more competitive outfitting. The high-volume hull and the scalable concept mean a club can field the same model for beginners and for older juniors moving into race mode, which simplifies storage, spares, and coaching. The boat's popularity in Europe reflects how well that one platform served varied fleet needs popular across Europe.
The Verdict
The RS Feva succeeds as a rugged, versatile trainer that a wide range of crew sizes can handle, with a self-setting gennaker that lowers the barrier to downwind fun. Its rotomolded polyethylene build keeps acquisition and repair costs down for programs, while the high-volume hull extends the usable life of the boat as sailors grow.
Pros
- Rugged rotomolded polyethylene construction at low cost
- Easy to rig for young sailors
- Self-setting gennaker praised by owners
- Sailable by one to four crew, very versatile
- High-volume hull scales across several seasons
Cons
- Built around junior and training use rather than adult performance sailing
