Topaz v RS Feva

I like the Feva. Its nicely thought out, and arguably a better two hander than the others.

Had 2 Topaz and also a Feva. Its not a fair comparison, the Feva is so much better.

RS feva has been through a few modifications.
The most important one in early boats is the mk2 transom.
The scuppers should be a full circle not a semi circle.
The semi circle ones don’t have enough strength and the rear gunwales fold in, many of them were replaced with replacement hulls, so sail number is not a guide here.
There are many examples of old sail numbers doing very well, though most are replacement hulls, but not all.
Most will leak a little, and it’s not a major issue.
Check the rudder stock where the tiller arms are attached as they often come loose.
Try to get one with an upgraded kicker and downhaul, as these are important for smaller kids when wind gets up a bit.
Check Mylar mains for delamination around the clew reinforcement.
The early boats had Mylar jibs, the normal sail material ones are better.
Spinnaker system is a bit tight, so you need a reasonable spinnaker, or get it re coated professionally.

That’s about it I think

Andy

I'm now glad I haven't yet made a Feva purchase yet as RS have bought out a MK 2 no matter what RS say, this will inevitably devalue the existing boats.