San Juan 28
This old-timer, a refugee from the boatbuilding maelstrom of the '70s, is a speedy, moderate sloop that can race PHRF and also serve as a fairly comfortable weekender.
Island Packet 27
The pint-sized progenitor of the IP line boasts devoted owners and solid resale value. It's a lot of cruising comfort in a small space.
Catalina 470
Although it conforms to CE ratings for ocean sailing, this boat is better suited for coastal cruising in comfort and short offshore passages. It's got a great set of layout options for living aboard.
J/105
The J/105 enjoys an immensely strong class association fueled by a group of owners who wouldn't sail any other way than fast and easily. Problems with the boat are few, and right out front.
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...
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While C&C did not invent the racer/cruiser, the Canadian-based company has remained dedicated for two decades to the concept of the dual-purpose boat. With the notable exception of a few pure cruisers-the relatively low-performance Landfall 35, 42, 43, and 48-a racer-based cruising boat (the Landfall 38), and a real oddball (the Mega 30), most C&Cs have paid at least lip service to contemporary trends in racing boats.
