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Building a Boat, Building Knowledge: A Wharram Narai Mk IV in Practice

Multihulls
Along a stretch of Atlantic coastline in Brittany, France, a 41-foot wooden catamaran is taking shape in a modest workshop where the rusty corrugated iron sliding side door is rarely closed...

Beneteau 38.1 Boat Review

Sailboat Reviews
The Beneteau 38.1, considered by many sailors to be an optimal size for a coastal cruising couple with occasional guests, has been in production since 2017. The hull subject of this...

Other Methods to Control Yaw

Anchoring Mooring
Yawing is the result of imbalance between windage (you want it aft) and underwater resistance (you want it forward). If the center of windage is forward of the center of lateral...

Combatting Onboard Toilet Odors

Belowdecks & Amenities
After my experience last weekend while hunting down odors on our project boat, the 1971 S&S-designed Yankee 30 Opal, I thought I’d revisit some PS findings on combatting urine odor. The...

The Super-Compact Sailboat Dodger

Sails, Rigging & Deck Gear
Sailing in general, but especially offshore, can be a wet experience, particularly on a low-freeboard boat like Far Reach, our highly modified Cape Dory 36. So, some kind of protection in...

Rudder Restoration: Eight Lessons Learned

DIY Projects
Does your rudder feel unsteady, with play in the tiller or wheel? Do you experience vibration at certain speeds or slapping or thudding sounds as you tack or gibe? Is your...

Cabot 36 Used Boat Review

Sailboat Reviews
The Cabot 36 is a sought-after, medium-displacement, 36-ft. cutter from the 1970s that can provide security and comfort for a budget-conscious sailor willing to maintain an older boat. Capable of crossing...

DIY Kayak Boarding Assist Arm

DIY Projects
Exploring beaches, marshes, shorelines—and yes, small towns—is one of sailing’s greatest joys. The challenge is getting in and out of a dinghy or kayak, and light chop can make it even...

Wireless Engine Cut-Off Switches Evolve Into Man-Overboard Alarm Systems

Marine Electronics
Even sailing greenhorns are familiar with those red coiled lanyards that are, theoretically, attached from an engine’s cut-off switch (ECOS) to the operator’s life jacket (or, more likely, belt loop). In reality,...

Simple Tips for Maintaining Stainless Steel

Boat Maintenance
When applying a paste cleaner, a toothbrush is useful for buffing tight spots and working into the pores of welds; follow by buffing with a cotton cloth. A green 3M scrubby pad helps for removing more aggressive stains. Continued rusting in welded areas might indicate a developing failure, requiring replacement. Rinse thoroughly with fresh water and mild soap when done buffing.
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Pearson Rhodes 41/Rhodes Bounty II Used Sailboat Review

Buyers looking for a good used sailboat should ask themselves, When is a bargain really a bargain? The time-tested Pearson Rhodes 41 is one of the most popular boats on the used-boat market. They have a strong following, and an aging Pearson 41 with a previous owners accumulated TLC is one of the smartest buys among used boats. The Pearson 41 is a modest draft sailboat with a lean, long overhang and real sea berths. It features a solid fiberglass hull with encapsulated lead ballast. The low-aspect sailplan, which relies on a big genoa to boost horsepower. The Pearson 41 has an easy motion and enough functional space to qualify as a good inshore or offshore cruiser. It makes an excellent DIY candidate. Most of the 50 Pearson Rhodes 41s, built from 1961 to 1968, are still around today and have a cult following, making it one of the most sought-after used boats.

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