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Nov 29, 2025

Alajuela 48: Review, Specs, & Performance Ratios for Offshore Cruisers

Detailed analysis of the Alajuela 48 full-keel cruiser, including designer Robert Perry's philosophy, comprehensive specifications, key design ratios (SA/D, D/L, CSF), and suitability for experienced ocean sailors and long-distance voyaging.

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Nov 29, 2025

Alajuela 48 For Sale: Robust Blue Water Cruiser & Ocean Voyager

Exceptional Alajuela 48 blue water cruiser for sale. Designed by Raymond Richards, this GRP ocean yacht offers legendary build quality & comfort for extended voyages. View specifications, photos, & contact details today.

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Nov 28, 2025

Choosing the Right Boat Cabin Heater for Offshore Sailing and Comfort

An experienced sailor's guide to selecting, installing and maintaining the best Boat Cabin Heater. Compare diesel, paraffin, and hydronic systems for year-round warmth offshore.

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Nov 27, 2025

Sailboat Galley Layout: A Guide to Optimising Your Space

Your sailboat galley layout is crucial for offshore safety and efficiency. Discover expert tips on design, appliances, and ergonomics to make cooking at sea a pleasure.

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Nov 27, 2025

Gas Boat Cookers: A Sailor's Guide to Safe Galley Systems

Mastering safe installation & choosing the best gas boat cookers is vital for offshore sailing.

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Nov 25, 2025

Yacht Clearance in the Caribbean: A Sailor's Guide

Navigating yacht clearance in the Caribbean is essential for a smooth sailing trip. This guide, written by an experienced sailor, explains the required papers, procedures & tips for a hassle-free experience.

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Nov 25, 2025

Beneteau Oceanis 36CC: Specs, Ratios & Cruising Suitability

Detailed analysis of the Beneteau Oceanis 36CC centre cockpit sailboat. Includes design ratios, full specifications, and practical assessment of its suitability for experienced offshore and liveaboard cruising.

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Nov 24, 2025

Essential Boat Toilet Maintenance & Systems: A Sailor’s Guide

Master boat toilet maintenance, from manual sea heads to 12v electric systems. Get an experienced offshore sailor’s guide on avoiding clogs, leaks, & bad smells.

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Nov 15, 2025

Mastering Offshore Seamanship: Heavy Weather & Safety Protocols

Expert guide to offshore safety and crew protocols. Master heavy weather tactics, self-steering redundancy, watchkeeping systems & essential personal safety gear.

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Nov 15, 2025

Transatlantic Passage: Reality, Setup & Lessons Learned

Offshore Yachtmaster details Alacazam's 3,000-mile transatlantic passage. Practical lessons on downwind rigging, windvane steering, & power generation systems.

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Nov 13, 2025

42' Sparkman & Stephens ketch for Sale

'Cecily' a long-keeled, heavy displacement ketch is for sale in Grenada, West Indies

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Nov 12, 2025

'Silver Bullet', a Hike Metal 55 Sailboat for sale

The Hike Metal 55 is a custom-built 55-foot aluminum pilothouse sloop designed for serious offshore cruising

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Nov 12, 2025

The Catamaran vs Monohull Argument Rages On

Whilst the catamaran vs monohull argument will never be fully resolved - you're either a catamaran or a monohull man - here's the comparison of one against the other

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Nov 11, 2025

Self-Steering on Passage: Wind Vanes and Electronic Autopilots Guide

Expert guide comparing sailboat Wind Vanes & Electronic Autopilots for offshore passage making. Learn how mechanical and electronic systems perform.

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Nov 11, 2025

Multihull Autopilot Selection: An Expert Offshore Sailor's Guide

Choosing the right multihull autopilot selection is tricky. A seasoned offshore sailor explains the unique demands of catamarans & trimarans, from speed to dual rudders, and reviews the best systems.

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  1. Alajuela 48: Review, Specs, & Performance Ratios for Offshore Cruisers

    Nov 29, 25 12:46 PM

    Detailed analysis of the Alajuela 48 full-keel cruiser, including designer Robert Perry's philosophy, comprehensive specifications, key design ratios (SA/D, D/L, CSF), and suitability for experienced…

    Read More

  2. Alajuela 48 For Sale: Robust Blue Water Cruiser & Ocean Voyager

    Nov 29, 25 10:27 AM

    Exceptional Alajuela 48 blue water cruiser for sale. Designed by Raymond Richards, this GRP ocean yacht offers legendary build quality & comfort for extended voyages. View specifications, photos, & co…

    Read More

  3. Choosing the Right Boat Cabin Heater for Offshore Sailing and Comfort

    Nov 28, 25 07:28 AM

    An experienced sailor's guide to selecting, installing and maintaining the best Boat Cabin Heater. Compare diesel, paraffin, and hydronic systems for year-round warmth offshore.

    Read More