Elan 350

The origins of this boat's concept are traced back to the 310 - a boat which has been a runaway success for Elan even in these testing economic times. In consequence, the ‘what next?’ question was a relatively easy one to answer, and the new Elan 350 is in many ways an affirmation of the design choices taken earlier. he characteristics that made the 310 special are also embodied in the 350, but in a size of boat that has been particularly popular over the years. It is a size that is small enough to be manageable for a small crew – a husband and wife, for example – but to have real sea-going capability and a turn of speed that will be considered exceptional in a boat of this category. In statistical terms, the 350 is relatively lighter for her length than the 310, and the sail area : wetted surface ratio also greater. It amounts to a sparkling speed potential but this blistering performance will be rendered user-friendly by the same steering qualities and course integrity as her smaller sister’s. In the bigger boat, however, with its lavish cockpit the standard steering arrangement is a twin wheel layout, replicating the sort of ergonomic arrangement that one might have considered possible only in a boat over around 40ft overall.

Amongst others, this boat offers the following unique advantages:

 

Rig: The powerful rig has a non-overlapping headsail, allowing the chainplates to be set out on the rail to reduce mast compression.
With the gennaker the rig is easy to handle but a thrilling recipe for fast offwind sailing in the breeze.

Chined hull: The chines in the E350’s hull will help the boat’s tracking ability at speed and clean off the wake, giving the boat improved high speed capability and control.

Twin rudder & wheel system: The 350 has a broad stern for increased form stability and power, which integrates well with the twin rudder & wheel arrangement, giving excellent control even at high heel angles.

T-shaped keel: The keel on E350 has a very low centre of gravity for enhanced sail-carrying power, with a substantial bulb arranged in a T-shaped geometry beneath a low wetted surface area fin. More righting moment for reduced displacement and drag.

Retractable bowsprit: Retractable bowsprit for efficient asymmetric setting, bringing the centre of effort of the rig forward and enhancing control at high speed.

Adaptive interior: In essence the 350 is about the pure joy of sailing, but with very little compromise.

To this the interior offers surprising cruising comfort, giving the boat a MULTI-DIMENSIONAL appeal and high residual value.