Sailboat Reviews

Soverel 33

With a jumbo sailplan and racing pedigree, this boat owns the light air. And it can be cruised a bit.

S2 11.0

The biggest of the S2 series was offered in two layouts. The center-cockpit version is a bit ungainly looking, but offers a lot below, and like her sister is well-built.

Ranger 23

Surely one of the most popular and versatile midget racers of the modern era, this Mull design has devotees all over the land. You can get them cheap, and cruise 'em, too.

Dufour 36 Classic

The now-venerable French production company is back with a line to rival the big US builders.

Owning a Caribbean Charterboat

Symbiosis can exist between the sailor (not to be confused with 'investor') and charter company.

Carroll Marine: A Graceful Bow

Carroll Marine: A Graceful Bow At the end of June, Carroll Marine—a Bristol, RI boatbuilder and fixture in the sailboat industry for almost 20 years—closed...

Certifications and Ratings: What’s the Deal?

The acronyms alone are enough to drive you nuts: ABYC, ISO, IMCI, ABS, NMMA. And those with real names, what are they: Germanischer Lloyd,...

Three Big-Three 30s

The Beneteau 311, Catalina 310, and Hunter 326 represent what could be called 'entry-level' cruising boats from the major makers, and here's how they could be compared...

Cabo Rico 38: Used Boat Survey

This woody, seaworthy Crealock design has proved a good investment over the years.

Saga 43

This Bob Perry design is a strong amalgam of shapes and functions, all serving real cruising needs.

The Sailing Safety Gear Most People Forget Until It’s Too Late

Sailing safety gear can mean the difference between a bad day on the water… and never coming home at all. In this video, we...

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Catalina 356 Used Boat Review

Arguably, the Catalina 34 first produced in 1985 with 1,438 constructed of various marks, and the Catalina 36 first produced in 1982 with 1,766...