The Yacht Advisory · SAILIFY

First 18 SE 

A mast without a backstay carries the square-top mainsail. A furling jib and gennaker retrieval system simplify manoeuvres.

First 18 SE · On deck & under sail
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Key specifications 

Length overall5.55 m
Beam2.38 m
Draught0.18–1.50 m
Light displacement500 kg
Berths2

Source: BENETEAU model specifications, checked 5 November 2026. BENETEAU ↗

List price from

€28,950 netplus 20% VAT

incl. 20% VAT: €34,740

Checked: 05.11.2026 · Source: BENETEAU

Your individual quotation sets out the specification, transport and any additional services.

Who is she for?

For active sailors on inland waters or sheltered coasts who want a compact boat with direct feedback. Crew weight, experience and transport arrangements are part of the first conversation.


Niko arranges sea trials in Barcelona or Portorož. He will confirm whether this particular model is available there.

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Construction & equipment 

Rig

A mast without a backstay carries the square-top mainsail. A furling jib and gennaker retrieval system simplify manoeuvres.

Keel & rudders

A retractable keel and removable rudder blades make launching and accessing shallow bays easier.

Interior

The small V-berth provides a simple sleeping space for two adults on short adventures.

Crew & transport

The open cockpit is designed for one to three active sailors. Transport and mast stepping are part of the mobile concept.

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Meet the team 

Niko 

Founder & Yacht Adviser

More than 30 years on the water and four Olympic Games have shaped Niko’s eye for people and equipment, opportunities and decisions at the right moment. As a coach he shares that knowledge; as a yacht adviser he brings it to your decision.

That same curiosity drives him as an entrepreneur. Niko is excited by new ideas, sees possibilities and brings the right people together. He enjoys thinking ahead — with the business sense to turn a vision into something real. He draws on a wide network and the pleasure of getting things moving.

In yacht advisory, he combines this openness with his experience as a sailor: he listens, thinks things through with you and helps you find the boat that fits your plans.

From racing to yacht advice

From the 420 to the 49er, the Moth and yachts, Niko knows sailing from different perspectives. Five major-event medals with Nico Delle-Karth and overall World Cup victories are part of his career. What matters for his advice is the experience behind them: observing carefully, understanding connections and sharing knowledge clearly.

Niko Resch on the Moth
Moth · FoilingPrecision and balance on one foil.
Niko Resch and Nico Delle-Karth in the 49er
49er · TeamworkNiko Resch and Nico Delle-Karth in action.

The team behind it 

Christina 

Marketing & communications

More than 20 years’ experience in marketing and business development, spanning start-ups, medium-sized businesses, international corporations, agencies and self-employment. At The Yacht Advisory, Christina supports Niko with marketing, communications and special projects, bringing the experience to turn ideas into practical work and see them through.

Beatrice 

Enquiries & Office Management

Beatrice keeps track of enquiries, appointments and outstanding questions. With quick wit, a direct approach and a feel for the right tone, she makes sure nothing gets overlooked.

Beate 

Accounting & Controlling

Beate is the analytical mind behind the scenes. She keeps the accounts and business figures in order — with precision, perspective and an eye for the details that matter.

Niko is your point of contact for all yacht enquiries.

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