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Even a quick glance at the commercial maritime industry highlights the value of aluminum vessels. Their inherent durability, strength and resistance to corrosion makes...
Marshall Sanderling 18: Used Boat Review
Catboats started out as workboats. According to marine historian Howard I. Chapelle, beamy, single-sailed centerboarders with half-decked hulls and barn door rudders began to...
Affordable Cruising Sailboats, Continued
In a search for a budget cruiser, Practical Sailor has made it a point over the years to look at used boats from a prior...
CS 30 Used Boat Review
Jack and Marilyn Williams moved west from their home province of Ontario in 1977, settling on the Victoria area on Vancouver Island. One priority...
Hinckley 49 Used Boat Review
Alright, we know what some of you are thinking. "A Hinckley? In Practical Sailor?" For those of us with more utilitarian tastes, the "practical"...
Island Packet 31 Used Boat Review
In the years since naval architect Bob Johnson founded Island Packet Yachts, he’s developed quite a following. We’ve had many requests to review his...
Hallberg-Rassy 42 Used Boat Review
European boats exported to the United States are generally of above-average quality, simply because the associated costs of marketing and shipping are more easily...
Pearson 37 and 37-2 Used Boat Review
In the decade prior to its demise in 1991, Pearson Yachts was noted for building mainstream cruiser/racers of above average construction with decent sailing...
DIY Survey Checklist for Used-Boat Buying
Boat buying is an exciting, maddening exercise that can test the tolerance of even the most patient sailor. Much of the maddening part has...
Valiant 40: Reshaping the Cruising Hull
The Valiant 40 has a long history. In 1972, Nathan Rothman decided to start a boatbuilding business and approached old friend Bob Perry to...
The ALL NEW Catalina 426 Full Tour
The Catalina 426 is the latest addition to Catalina’s renowned fleet, designed for sailors seeking a blend of performance, comfort, and versatility. This 42-foot...
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The Martin 16 is designed for adaptive sailing so people with disabilities can easily control sails and steering. It is an excellent choice for...