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Jul 10, 2025

B&R Rig Explained: Hunter Sailboat Mast Design Pros & Cons

Demystify the B&R rig, a unique mast design found on many Hunter sailboats. Learn its advantages for cruisers, key features, and potential downsides.

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Jul 10, 2025

Hunter Sailboats: Cruising Comfort & Value for Recreational Sailors

Explore Hunter sailboats' history, design, and performance. Learn about popular models, construction, and what makes them a top choice for comfortable cruising.

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Jul 09, 2025

Albin Ballad Sailboat: Specs, Design, & Sailing Characteristics

Explore the Albin Ballad 30: detailed specs, design, sailing characteristics, and why this Swedish classic is a popular cruiser-racer.

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Jul 09, 2025

The Hinckley 48 Sailboat

Sailing characteristics & performance predictions, pics, specifications, dimensions and those all-important design ratios for the Hinckley 48 sailboat...

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Jul 09, 2025

The Hinckley Souwester 42 Sailboat

Sailing characteristics and performance predictions, pics, specifications, dimensions and those all-important design ratios for the Hinckley Souwester 42 sailboat...

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Jul 09, 2025

Hinckley Sailboats: Artistry, Luxury, & Performance on the Water

Explore Hinckley sailboats – their Maine history, signature design, quality build, and why these luxury cruising yachts are so highly sought after.

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Jul 09, 2025

Hinckley Bermuda 40: Design, Specs & Sailing Characteristics

Explore the iconic Hinckley Bermuda 40: its design evolution, detailed specs, sailing characteristics, and the limitations of design ratios.

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Jul 08, 2025

Hanse Yachts: Modern Sailboats, Easy Sailing & Unrivalled Comfort

Explore Hanse Yachts: German-built sailboats known for modern design, "Easy Sailing" features like self-tacking jibs, and comfortable, customizable interiors. Discover why Hanse is a top choice for cruising.

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Jul 07, 2025

Hallberg-Rassy Yachts: Ultimate Blue Water Cruisers

Explore Hallberg-Rassy yachts: their history, design, robust build, and why these Swedish sailboats are top choices for comfortable, safe blue water cruising.

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Jul 06, 2025

Gulfstar Sailboats: Deep Dive into a Cruising Yacht Legacy

Explore Gulfstar sailboats: their history, iconic models (36, 44, 50), construction, and performance. Essential guide for buying a used Gulfstar cruising yacht.

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Jul 05, 2025

Dix 43 Sailboat: Design, Specs & Performance Guide

Explore the Dudley Dix 43 sailboat's detailed specifications, design options, and sailing characteristics. A comprehensive guide for this robust cruiser.

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Jul 05, 2025

The Albin Vega Sailboat

Sailing characteristics, pics, specs and those all-important design ratios for the Albin Vega sailboat

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Jul 04, 2025

Grand Soleil Sailboats: Italian Flair, Performance & Luxury Cruising

Explore Grand Soleil sailboats – the ultimate blend of Italian design, robust construction, and exhilarating performance. Discover iconic models like the GS 37, 46 & more.

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Jul 02, 2025

Tame the Tempest: The Jordan Series Drogue for Sailboat Storm Survival

Facing heavy weather offshore? Discover how the Jordan Series Drogue provides unmatched sailboat capsize prevention and control. Get crucial installation tips and understand this vital storm survival tool.

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Jul 02, 2025

Warwick Tandem Keel: Design, Benefits & Why Sailors Love It

Explore the Warwick Tandem Keel's unique design and benefits for recreational sailors. Learn how this innovative dual keel boosts upwind performance, offers shallow draft access, and why it's a niche choice for cruising yachts.

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