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...
Pearson Rhodes 41/Rhodes Bounty II Used Sailboat Review
Few designers ever see a set of lines catch on like those belonging to Phil Rhodes classic sloop Altair. Not only did the wooden...
How to Perform Your Own Pre-Buy Inspection
Boat buying is an exciting, maddening exercise that can test the tolerance of even the most patient sailor. Much of the maddening part has...
C&C 40 Used Boat Review
While C&C did not invent the racer/cruiser, the Canadian-based company remained dedicated to the concept of the dual-purpose boat during its halcyon days in...
Cabo Rico’s Classic Cutter
If we made a short list of traditional-looking cruising boats with trailboards and oodles of teak that dreamy-eyed readers most want to know about,...
Tartan 30: An Affordable Classic
If you're looking for a good buy in a weekender, it pays to buy the brand. There will always be compromises when it comes...
How to Sell Your Boat
For many sailors, selling their boats is an emotional experience. The big decision is setting the price. Setting your price, or the acceptable net...
Must New Owners Pay Old Yard Bills?
Unless the Purchase and Sale Agreement or the Acceptance of Vessel forms specify otherwise, the buyer is responsible for any work that is done...
Drawing the Line on Boat Design
A New Zealander greatly influenced by the traditional craft of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, famed multihull designer Ian Farrier understood that an enduring...
Selling your Sailboat
Life jackets to running RiggingPitch your old mildewed life jackets (PFDs) and buy new. This goes for most deteriorated accessories. They don't add value,...