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Aug 04, 2026

Sailboat Design Basics: Key Principles for Curious Cruising Sailors

Learn the essential elements of sailboat design, from hull shapes and keel types to rig configurations and stability fundamentals. This guide breaks down the core principles that influence performance, safety, and handling for anyone exploring sailboat design basics.

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Aug 03, 2026

Marine Diesel Basics Series – Berwick’s Essential Engine Guides

Independent reviews of Dennison Berwick’s Marine Diesel Basics series, covering maintenance, logbooks and full diesel system understanding.

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Aug 03, 2026

Guest Authors of Sailing Books

Are you a writer with one or more sailing books to your name? If so, we'd like to hear from you!

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Aug 02, 2026

In Pursuit of a Dream, by David J. Forsyth

David J Forsyth recounts how his lifetime dream of sailing from Canada to the UK in his own boat was cut short

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Aug 01, 2026

Healthy Boating & Sailing Review – Dr Cohen’s Human Systems Guide

Independent review of Dr Michael Martin Cohen’s Healthy Boating & Sailing, explaining his human‑systems approach to staying healthy and capable on the water.

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Jul 30, 2026

Vertue II Sailboat Review: Specs, Design Ratios & Cruising Guide

An in‑depth Vertue II sailboat review covering design, specs, performance ratios, bluewater capability, layouts, buyer checklist for small‑boat cruisers.

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Jul 30, 2026

Vertue 25 Sailboat Review – Specs, Ratios & Offshore Cruising Guide

Detailed Vertue 25 review covering specs, design ratios, sailing performance, bluewater capability, common problems and buyer advice for this classic 25' long‑keel cruiser.

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Jul 29, 2026

Beneteau 57 Sailboat Review – Bluewater Capability & Buyer’s Guide

Authoritative Beneteau 57 review covering design, specs, performance ratios, bluewater suitability, layouts, common issues and buyer’s checklist.

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Jul 29, 2026

Bavaria 38CC Centre‑Cockpit Cruiser Buyer’s Guide

Full Bavaria 38CC/Ocean 38 review covering specs, ratios, sailing performance, bluewater ability, layouts and buyer inspection points.

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Jul 28, 2026

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 Review – Sailing Performance & Buyer’s Guide

Detailed Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 review covering design, specs, performance ratios, handling, bluewater suitability, layouts, and a buyer’s checklist for used‑boat inspections and refit planning.

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Jul 27, 2026

Seawind 1260 Catamaran Review & Buyer’s Guide

In‑depth Seawind 1260 catamaran review covering specs, performance, bluewater capability, layouts & buyer checklist.

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Jul 27, 2026

Why Multihulls Need Different Performance Metrics

Clear guide explaining why multihulls use the Bruce Number instead of SA/D, how it works, and why it applies to both catamarans and trimarans.

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Jul 26, 2026

Beneteau Oceanis 390 Review: Specs, Ratios & Cruising Guide

A pragmatic, buyer-focused review of the Beneteau Oceanis 390 covering specs, design ratios, sailing performance, bluewater suitability, layouts, common problem areas and refit priorities for experienced cruising sailors.

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Jul 22, 2026

Formosa 46 Sailboat Review – Specs, Design Ratios and Buyer’s Guide

Authoritative buyer‑focused review of the Formosa 46: design, specs, performance ratios, bluewater suitability, layouts, common problems and refit priorities for serious cruising sailors.

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Jul 21, 2026

Franchini 47 Sailboat Review – Bluewater Capability & Buyer’s Guide

In‑depth review of the Franchini 47 cruiser covering design, specs, performance ratios, bluewater suitability, layouts and a practical buyer’s checklist for survey and refit planning.

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