Advanced techniques and tips for better sailing experience.
Note from the Author: This article was written by a seasoned boater who has lived along the North American coast for 15 years and owns three small yachts of different ages, ranging from a 20-foot fishing boat to a 45-foot cruiser.
Abstract: Planning to buy a catamaran in Greece? Don’t just focus on the price. Drawing on the firsthand experiences of overseas buyers, this article reveals the pitfalls of port inspections, blind spots in insurance coverage, and risks associated with the ownership of used boats.
Abstract: If you’ve just bought a new catamaran, don’t rush out to sea just yet. Here’s a guide from experienced boat owners in Europe and the U.S. that covers four key areas: anti-fouling treatment for the hull, engine maintenance, protecting the interior from moisture, and system maintenance.
Note: The author of this article is an amateur yacht owner in Europe and the United States with 15 years of experience in yacht operation and maintenance; during that time, he has owned and resold two 60-foot yachts.
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Author's Note: The author of this article is an amateur sailor with 12 years of experience sailing along the North American coast, having sailed a variety of vessels ranging from small 28-foot cruisers to 60-foot high-performance catamarans.
Summary: If you have a boat you’re thinking of selling, or if you’re considering buying your first used boat, don’t rush to look at the asking price just yet. I’m Old John, and I’ve been in the yacht brokerage business for twelve years—I’ve been cutting my teeth at the marina for all this time.
Synopsis: I’ve just returned from a power catamaran charter in the British Virgin Islands. This post is all practical advice based on my real-world experiences as an amateur sailor—from choosing a boat, navigating, and anchoring to managing daily electricity and fresh water usage—all lessons learned through trial and error.
Author's Note: My name is Mike. I've been sailing in Florida and the Bahamas for eight years and have owned three catamarans, one of which was a Bali 4.1. I'm not a professional reviewer.
This is a rewritten version of the author's note: Written by James Carter, a seasoned sailor with eight years of experience in the catamaran charter business in the U.S. Virgin Islands and the British Virgin Islands.
I just brought my first catamaran back from Miami—it’s not new, mind you; it’s a 2012 Lagoon 380. Before making the purchase, I spent three whole months researching online.
This is a recap that’s three years overdue. I’m neither a captain nor a dealer; I’m simply someone who bought, repaired, refitted, and sold a boat out of my own pocket—and regretted it. I’m an amateur sailing blogger who drifts back and forth between Florida and the Caribbean. Back in 2019,
