Ericson 41, Used Sailboat Review

The Ericson 41, a classic, well-made sloop designed by Bruce King continues to draw followers with its classic lines and solid performance. With the right upgrades, the well-mannered Ericson 41 makes for an excellent cruising sailboat that stands apart from the crowd. Watch for deck core problems and hidden rudder-stock corrosion within the spade rudder.

Valiant 42

With a taller rig and layout choices, Bob Perrys classic comes of age.

Mailport: 12/06

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Fast and the Farr-ious

The Farr-designed 10R charts new waters for century-old Beneteau.

Hunter 49

Is this wannabe passagemaker for real?

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The nimble C&C 115 offers good value for the racing sailor.

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Treading the fine line between racing and cruising.

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With just 30 inches of draft, this model simplifies the fine art of gunkhole cruising.

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Treading a fine line between speed and comfort, Tim Jackett’s new 34-footer takes advantage of an epoxy hull and carbon spars

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Hunter’s vision of the comfortable cruiser leads back to a center cockpit design.

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