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Nov 06, 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 06, 2025

Tradewinds Sailing: Optimising Offshore Routes, Rigs & Comfort

Master the art of Tradewinds Sailing with expert tips on sail configurations, self-steering, and energy management for a comfortable, fast ocean passage.

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Nov 04, 2025

Crafting Your Offshore Passage Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide

Master your Offshore Passage Plan with our expert, four-step guide. Essential navigation insights for experienced ocean sailors, covering SOLAS & practical application.

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Nov 04, 2025

Essential Sailboat Spares for Long Distance Cruising

A definitive guide to essential sailboat spares for long distance cruising. Don't leave the dock without this expert checklist for engine, rigging, electrical & electronics.

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Oct 30, 2025

RM Sailboats: Plywood-Epoxy Performance Cruisers for Offshore

RM Yachts offers a unique blend of speed, comfort, and safety with their innovative plywood-epoxy hulls. An expert sailor's guide to the French-built performance cruisers.

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Oct 30, 2025

Rival Yachts: A Guide to These Legendary British Bluewater Cruisers

Explore the legacy of Rival Yachts, from the design philosophy of founder Peter Brett to the key models like the Rival 34, 36, 38 & 41. A complete guide for sailors and liveaboards.

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Oct 30, 2025

Pearson Sailboats: A Legacy of Fiberglass Innovation

Explore the history, design, and enduring legacy of Pearson Sailboats, pioneers in fiberglass sailboat construction.

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Oct 30, 2025

Passport Yachts: Your Guide to Exceptional Blue Water Cruisers

Explore Passport Yachts: high-quality, semi-custom sailboats renowned for blue water cruising, robust construction, and luxurious interiors.

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Oct 30, 2025

Pacific Seacraft: Tough Blue Water Sailboats for Cruising

Discover Pacific Seacraft sailboats: famed for robust construction, offshore capability, and classic designs like the PS37 & PS40. A guide for serious cruisers.

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Oct 30, 2025

Oyster Yachts: The Ultimate Guide to Their Bluewater Sailboats

Explore the world of Oyster Yachts, renowned for their luxurious, robust, and capable bluewater sailboats. Learn about their history, design, construction, and what makes them ideal for serious global cruising.

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Oct 30, 2025

Ovni Sailboats: Bluewater Cruisers With Aluminum Hulls and Lift Keels

Explore the Ovni sailboats series—aluminum bluewater sailboats built for serious cruising. Learn their history, key models, performance, and ownership insights.

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Oct 30, 2025

Newport Sailboats: History, Models & Buying Guide

Explore Newport sailboats: their history, popular models (Newport 27, 30, 41S), construction, & what to check when buying. Your guide to these practical cruisers.

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Oct 30, 2025

Najad Sailboats: Quality, Design & What to Expect

Explore Najad sailboats: their Swedish craftsmanship, robust build, popular models, and what to know before buying. Discover true blue water cruising quality.

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Oct 30, 2025

Morgan Sailboats: History, Models & Buying Guide for Cruising Yachts

Explore Morgan sailboats! Dive into their history, iconic models like the Out Island 41, construction, performance, and what to know before you buy.

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Oct 30, 2025

Moody Sailboats: British Cruising Icons for Bluewater Adventures

Explore the legacy, design, and performance of Moody yachts — from the classic 33 to the luxurious DS54. A guide for sailors, dreamers, and buyers alike.

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