RS Zest Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Jo Richards·2017·RS Sailing
Approximate drawing

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Hull type
Monohull · centerboard
Rig
Cat Rig
LOA
11.78' · 3.59 m
Displ.
161 lbs · 73 kg
First year
2017

The RS Zest represents a modern evolution in the entrylevel dinghy market, designed specifically to address the limitations of aging rotomoulded trainers like the Laser Pico. Launched in 2017, the Zest was engineered by the internal design team at RS Sailing to maximize durability and stability while providing enough cockpit volume to accommodate a wide range of crew configurations. Constructed from Comptec PE3 triplelayer rotomoulded polyethylene, the hull is nearly indestructible, making it a staple for sailing schools, resort fleets, and families who require a "nomaintenance" vessel. Its design philosophy centers on accessibility, featuring a clutterfree cockpit and a highly stable hull form that encourages confidence in novice sailors.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
Ask, not sold
Recent listings · 90 d
Listed for sale
3-month price trend
Insufficient data
Countries with listings
Global market

Recent Listings

3 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

9 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Etap 21i21'$ 15,2472413
Cape Cutter 1923.62'$ 18,6792013
Saffier SC 6.521.33'$ 57,883114
Jeanneau Tonic 2323.94'$ 11,053114
Pearson 2626.12'$ 5,00092
Schock Harbor 2020'$ 20,00075
Hobie Cat Getaway16.58'$ 6,00073
Rustler 2424'$ 50,00043
Beneteau First 1414.11'$ 12,33331

Frequently asked questions

01What should I look at instead of a RS Zest?+
Comparable models include Etap 21i, Cape Cutter 19, Saffier SC 6.5. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.