Accessible, smart, upgradeable boats
All our boats are unsinkable, CE certified and approved for navigation in sea. They are virtually maintenance-free, and their hand-crafted design guarantees unfailing reliability.
Handcrafted in France, our boats are signed by Patrick Besnié, creator of l’Atelier, naval architect and builder for over 20 years. As an engineer in composite materials We use our expertise to build sturdy, durable boats that are perfectly suited to your needs.
In short: smart, safe and affordable boats, designed to sail the way you want, and built with the expertise of a passionate craftsman.
SAIL AND OAR BOATS
L’Atelier des Gazelles’ sailing-rowing canoes are small, multi-purpose boats that can be are ready in less than five minutes, and can be adapted to your every sailing whim. With them, no need to wait for the wind: you can row or hoist the sail as the mood takes you. mood.
Their light weight (from 25 to 100 kg depending on the model) makes them easy to transport and set up. effortlessly into the water. Once on the water, they reveal their full potential for family outings, gentle sailing, inshore fishing or the simple pleasure of rowing in silence.
Their robust, unsinkable design guarantees total safety, even for beginners.
And to vary the pleasures, some models can be fitted with a Sailing Kit, transforming a practical tender into a veritable small leisure sailboat.
As with our transportable sailboats, several models benefit from our exclusive keel ballast system : a tank that fills with water at sea to stabilize the boat, and empties at sea to keep it stable. to make it lighter to handle. The result: fun, safe canoes that are always ready to go. adventure.
In a nutshell: simple, compact and versatile, our sail-and-row boats are the ideal ally for lovers of water sports, freedom and shared pleasure.
SMALL TRANSPORTABLE SAILBOATS
L’Atelier des Gazelles sailboats are designed to offer maximum sensations and pleasure at the helm, whether for touring, discovering sailing or coastal cruising.
Compact and easy to live with, they all weigh less than 200 kg and can be prepared in less than ten minutes. minutes. It’s easy to launch, easy to transport, and easy to get to grips with. They make sailing accessible to everyone, from curious beginners to experienced enthusiasts.
Their playful, reassuring nature makes them ideal for sharing unique moments, whether solo or with the family. or with friends. You can start off gently, thanks to small, progressive sails, and then move on to the next level. perfected with a fractional, modulating auricle, offering greater power and finesse.
An exclusive feature that makes all the difference is the integrated keel ballast. This tank, located at the bottom of the boat, fills with water once at sea, lowering the center of gravity and providing a more comfortable ride . remarkable stability. On land, it empties easily, making the boat light to handle and easy to store. transportable and quick to store.
The result: sailing yachts that are safe, self-righting and always fun to sail.
In short: simple, safe, compact and fun, our small transportable sailboats turn every outing into a moment of freedom and shared pleasure.
Playful and comfortable, Ateliers de La Gazelle des Sables’ sailing-rowing canoes ensure maximum pleasure for lovers of canoeing, traditional sailing, fishing and motoring. All weigh from 55 kg and take less than 5 minutes to prepare.
LE LOUSTIC
Small, elegant and refined.
The Loustic is as attractive as it is versatile. Designed for one or twopeople, it can carry a load of up to 165 kg, and can be used as a rowing dinghy or as an outboard motorboat . or as a sailing dinghy, as you wish. With its compact dimensions(2.33 m longfor 1.20 m wide) and its featherweight of just 25 kg, it’s easy to transport and store. on a car roof rack, behind a bicycle, on the deck of a boat, on davits or even vertically on a balcony.
Its rigid polyester hull, produced by vacuum injection molding, is lightweight, strong and durable. and durability. This design also gives it excellent stability. Thanks to its internal volume filled with polyurethane foam, Le Loustic is unsinkable and cannot sink, guaranteeingsafety and peace of mind.
Both functional as a dinghy and playful as a beach craft, Le Loustic is an invitation todiscovery and simple sailing, as close to the shore as possible.
LE LASCAR DU TOUL’RU
Fun sailing and rowing
This compact, lightweight boat has been designed to suit all your boating needs. navigation. With its 2,58 m long and 1.28 m wide, and weighing just 55 kg unladen, it’s an ideal is easy to handle and can accommodate up to three people, with a maximum load of 250 kg.kg. Thanks to its integrated ballast (a small water tank located in the bottom of the boat) it gains in stability and makes for safe, fun boating on rivers and at sea. on the water.
The Toul’Ru Lascar is more than just a boat: it’s a true all-rounder. It can be used for fishing, cruising, rowing, sculling or motoring, and can even be transformed into a small sailboat thanks to its auric sail, a large trapezoidal sail . with traditional charm. Part utilitarian, part pleasure boat, it’s just as inviting to stroll between the freshwater and sea boating.
LE MORGAT 320
The incoulable Breton canoe.
Designed for both fishing and cruising, the Morgat 320 is a multi-purpose boat that’s sure to please. can accommodate up to four people, with a total on-board weight of 310 kg. With its 3.20 m long, 1.56 m wide and weighing just 100 kg empty, it’s easy to transport, equip and launch. to equip and launch.
Equally at home under sail or motor, this small canoe offers healthy, stable and safe sailing. accessible to all. Designed in collaboration with inshore fishermen, it combines robustness comfort. Its vast trunk space frees up on-board space and allows you to carry difficulty with bulky equipment, whether motors, nets, lockers or equipment for cruising. Practical and easy to live with, the Morgat 320 reinvents the fishing and walking boat. transportable, combining lightness, safety and sailing pleasure.
Compact and easy to live with, they all weigh less than 200 kg and take less than ten minutes to set up. Easy to launch, easy to transport and easy to learn, they make sailing accessible to everyone, from curious beginners to experienced enthusiasts.
LA GAZELLE DES SABLES
Unique: the self-righting mini sailboat
Measuring 2.70 m long by 1.22 m wide and weighing just 65 kg when empty, La Gazelle des Sables is the most compact of our transportable sailboats models. Designed for one to two people, it can accommodate up to 180 kg and is designed for all sailing enthusiasts, from beginners to experienced experienced sailors.
La Gazelle des Sables is made from advanced composite materials, making it extremely light and easy to transport using a lightweight trailer or beach cart to various bodies of water.
A true mini keelboat, it combines simplicity, safety and sailing pleasure. Tolerant and adaptable, it is ideal for learning to sail, while offering sensations worthy of a fine sailboat , performance and playfulness. Her sharp rear end, inspired by the old Gazelles from Les Sables d’Olonne, is a real asset to her. silhouette and an allure that’s as appealing on the water as it is at anchor. at anchor.
Compact, transportable and always ready to sail, La Gazelle des Sables makes everyday sailing possible , for the pleasure of feeling the wind and the power of the sea in total freedom.
LA GAZELLE BREIZH
A lively, playful mini keelboat.
Measuring 3.35 m long by 1.40 m wide, and weighing just 100 kg unladen, La Gazelle Breizh can accommodate up to four adults, with a maximum capacity of 400 kg.
It’s a small, balanced sailboata dinghy with the stability and comfort of a keelboat. Fiery and sensitive, she’s for those seeking the pleasure of performance. and sensations at the helm. Its sloping stern recalls the silhouette of the old dundee tuna boats, while its robust design ensures safe, dynamic navigation.
Ideal for lovers of power and finesse, La Gazelle Breizh offers a taste of the emoIt’s ideal for first tacks, as well as for sailing in more intense conditions. Stable, safe and the perfect balance between tradition and modernity, for sporting and excitingfor exciting, sporty outings.
THE ISLAND GAZELLE
User-friendly, robust and elegant.
With a length of 3.90 m, a width of 1.45 m and an empty weight of130 kg , La Gazelle des Îles is ready to go. for up to five people. It’s the ultimate family sailboat: ideal for sharing an outing with friends, enjoying a picnic at sea, or simply letting the waves rock you.
Its vast, modular cockpit can be adapted to suit individual needs, whether you’re installing equipment or transform the space into a relaxation area. The self-draining, completely flat floor offers more 3 m² surface area: perfect for lying down, playing with the kids or enjoying a nap in the middle of the sun. sea. At the front, a large watertight locker stores and secures your gear, while keeping your hands free. clear visibility of electric motor control instruments.
Easy to transport with a lightweight trailer and simple to launch in ten minutes, La Gazelle des Îles lends itself equally well to introductory and more sporty sailing. In cat-boat version (a sail only), she is gentle and accessible for beginners; in the sloop or schooner or schooner version, it reveals all its power and character for thrill-seekers.
La Gazelle des Îles combines smoothness, safety and sailing pleasure, for unforgettable family outings.
Corinne. V
Bernard and Joël
“What a joy to share precious moments as a family!” Anne.
Make your dream come true. Take to the seas aboard your new boat and experience unforgettable sailing experiences.
As specialists in small transportable boats, we put our expertise and passion at your service. Thanks to our know-how and our ability to listen to our customers, we are able to imagine and design ever simpler, safer and more fun boats.
Our mission: to give you the freedom to sail, share and enjoy every moment on the water, with family, friends or on your own.
Our boat models
Sailing and rowing dinghies, keelboats and motorboats… Our 3 ranges, available in different sizes, offer a vast choice combined with a variety of fun, modular and upgradeable equipment.
