SHOULD I GO (Pogo 36)
2021 · 10.9 m · 3 cabins · 6 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
10.9m · 2021 · Sail boat
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect for spirited sailors The Pogo 36 suits confident, active sailors who want a genuinely fun boat rather than a floating hotel. This 2021 model is purpose-built for performance sailing with its gennaker and spinnaker setup, so you'll actually enjoy the sailing rather than just motoring between anchorages.
Strong specs for the money You're getting a modern, well-equipped boat with heating (handy for shoulder seasons), dual chart plotters, and proper racing sails that make a real difference in how the boat feels. The sprayhood and cockpit cushions suggest the operator knows this boat gets used seriously by people who care about comfort while underway.
Reasonable deposit, good value At €4,000 deposit, this feels fair for a three-cabin boat from a 2021 build. Open Sail appears to maintain their fleet actively, which matters on a performance-oriented design like this.
One thing to clarify The base location isn't showing in your data, which is crucial, you'll need to confirm how long it takes from your nearest international airport and whether there's reliable English-speaking support. Performance boats like the Pogo can demand more attention than cruising yachts, so responsive local backup matters.
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Where Charters Went
If you're planning a yacht charter from La Rochelle, Île de Ré and Oléron, have a look at the overnight stops on this heat map. They come from charter yachts tracked by AIS on round trips during the 2026 season so far, giving you past activity to compare with your own plans. The map is not for navigation.
We can help you work through a charter route from La Rochelle, Île de Ré and Oléron for the kind of boat you're considering. Open the full map, pick out the stops that interest you and talk to us about how they might fit together.
- Saint-Martin-de-Ré47%
- Saint-Denis-d'Oléron35%
- Joinville29%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
La Rochelle
Based at La Rochelle, France . SHOULD I GO is operated by Open Sail.
Good to know
- Location
- La Rochelle · France
- Licences
- ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence accepted plus VHF. Corsican operators check thoroughly; Côte d'Azur operators usually rely on a sailing CV plus a brief on-water check.
- Security deposit
- €4,000
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there
Flights to France
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Côte d'Azur: Antibes, Cannes, Saint-Tropez bases. Many low-cost European connections.
Corsica west: Ajaccio, Propriano. Smaller airport; connect via Paris or Marseille.
Corsica east. Closer if you're starting from Saint-Florent or Bastia bases.
Possible routes
France · French Riviera and Corsica
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Côte d'Azur
Glamorous but moorings are pricey in summer; alternate marina nights with anchor nights.
1Antibes
2Cannes
3St Tropez
4Porquerolles
Corsica · north and west
Wild, mountainous, and far less crowded than the mainland, Corsica is a different charter than people expect.
1Ajaccio
2Sanguinaires
3Girolata
4Calvi
5Saint-Florent
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