Dangerous Anchoring Myths That Put Sailboats on the Beach
Are you relying on anchoring advice that could put your boat on the beach? In today’s video we’re diving deep into the dangerous anchoring...
Why This $1M+ Sailboat Might Be The Best Bluewater Cruiser in the World
The Bluewater 56 is one of the most misunderstood offshore cruisers in the sailing world — and today we’re diving deep into what makes...
Boat Thru-Hulls & Seacocks 101: Inspection, Failure, Safety & Upgrades
In this video, we dive into one of the most important — and most ignored — parts of boat ownership: thru-hulls and seacocks. These...
CATAMARAN SHOWDOWN – Outremer 52 vs Lagoon 52: It’s Not Even Fair…
Get ready for one of the most entertaining catamaran reviews we’ve done yet. Today we’re looking at the Outremer 52, a lightweight, high-performance bluewater...
Don’t Launch Without This: The Essential Sailboat Maintenance Guide
Every sailboat needs annual maintenance, but most owners never get a complete list of what actually needs to be inspected. In this video, we...
Fast, Beautiful, and Practical – Meet the New Beneteau First 30
The Beneteau First 30 isn’t just another 30-foot cruiser — it’s the Porsche 911 of sailboats. Heritage performance, everyday usability, and thrilling design come...
Hunter 376 – The Aegean Tragedy: What Really Happened in the Newport–Ensenada Race
On April 27, 2012, during the Newport to Ensenada Race, the Hunter 376 Aegean sailed into North Coronado Island at night. All four sailors...
Why This “Wooden” Sailboat Is Faster, Warmer, and Stronger – the RM 1180
The RM 1180 doesn’t fit the mold. Literally. While nearly every modern production sailboat starts life inside a giant fiberglass mold, this French performance...
Don’t Buy a Sailboat Until You Watch This – 5 Costly Mistakes New Sailors...
Thinking of buying your first offshore sailboat? Before you hand over your life savings, watch this video. In it, we break down the 5...
This Sailboat Said NO to Corporate Takeovers! Island Packet 439
In a world of mergers and buyouts, one American builder stayed independent — Island Packet. The 439 is their answer to the mass-market cruiser:...
Small Boat, Big Keel Why This 27 Footer Works
What makes a small sailboat truly seaworthy? In this video, we take a deep dive into the Pacific Seacraft Orion 27, a rugged, long-keel...
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Island Packet Estero Used Boat Review
Florida-based Island Packet targets a relatively narrow niche, so the toughest competitors to its new boats are often older Island Packets. Introduced in 2010, the 36-foot, shoal-draft Estero is the company’s latest attempt to introduce a distinctive model that doesn’t stray too far from the company’s proven formula for success: moderate displacement, full-keel cruisers designed to be lived on, sailed far and in comfort, and endure the bumps, scrapes, and storms that cruising boats inevitably encounter. After sailing the Estero on Florida’s Sarasota Bay and inspecting its interior, construction, and systems, Practical Sailor testers noted that the shoal-water cruiser will appeal strongest to Island Packet fans who’ve been waiting for a shoal-draft, easy-to-sail boat that compares to the IP37 in terms of interior space. These strengths will be most apparent on intracoastal or riverine adventures like the Great Loop.