used_sailboats

Like all the Hallberg Rassys in production, the Hallberg Rassy 342 was designed by Argentine naval architect German Frers (who aficionados claim designs some of the best cruising sailboats), and 146's clear from crunching the numbers on this relatively small cruising sailboat that the Swedish boat builder wanted peppier performance than its predecessor, the Hallberg Rassy 34. Everything about this Hallberg Rassy is bigger: its waterline is longer, its sail area is greater, and, of course, its price tag is higher. In Practical Sailors new sailboat test, we find the end product to be a well-balanced modern cruising sailboat, though we still find a few things to complain about.

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.

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

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

Is this wannabe passagemaker for real?

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

Treading the fine line between racing and cruising.

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

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

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