https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/sailboat-blog.html The Sailboat Blog keeps you up to date with all additions and changes to the sailboat-cruising.com website. Subscribe here... en-us sailboat Sat, 8 Aug 2026 11:04:51 -0400 Sat, 8 Aug 2026 11:04:51 -0400 sailboat-cruising.com https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Sailboat-Design-Basics.htmlf56b802b9f9aca0eee9b023774cd3f13Learn 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.
Tue, 4 Aug 2026 02:22:04 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Marine-Diesel-Basics-Series-Reviews.html9bcc051e4fd8dd3ee394171cbd4a6ac1Independent reviews of Dennison Berwick’s Marine Diesel Basics series, covering maintenance, logbooks and full diesel system understanding.
Mon, 3 Aug 2026 04:33:58 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/sailing-books.html00717cea1bbec8dbcf95a3b60d204c96Are you a writer with one or more sailing books to your name? If so, we'd like to hear from you!
Mon, 3 Aug 2026 03:38:05 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/In-Pursuit-of-a-Dream.html64e5c87e46cd791757b0a708280e3359David J Forsyth recounts how his lifetime dream of sailing from Canada to the UK in his own boat was cut short
Sun, 2 Aug 2026 07:03:20 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Healthy-Boating-and-Sailing-Book-Review.html4beeb19061b067024c4670df70e7f46bIndependent review of Dr Michael Martin Cohen’s Healthy Boating & Sailing, explaining his human‑systems approach to staying healthy and capable on the water.
Sat, 1 Aug 2026 17:27:43 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Vertue-II-Sailboat-Review.html639a2a25215eccacb68992189ed76318An in‑depth Vertue II sailboat review covering design, specs, performance ratios, bluewater capability, layouts, buyer checklist for small‑boat cruisers.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:33:57 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Vertue.html600038a4278373f999bdf50b6cbc3a74Detailed Vertue 25 review covering specs, design ratios, sailing performance, bluewater capability, common problems and buyer advice for this classic 25' long‑keel cruiser.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:17:25 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Beneteau-57.html99bd9f0bd85ea63e682c73c95e87790fAuthoritative Beneteau 57 review covering design, specs, performance ratios, bluewater suitability, layouts, common issues and buyer’s checklist.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:06:37 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Bavaria-38CC-review.html7d442b933270a01963b3f0e577a706b5Full Bavaria 38CC/Ocean 38 review covering specs, ratios, sailing performance, bluewater ability, layouts and buyer inspection points.
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:24:18 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Jeanneau-Sun-Odyssey-37-Review.html509225e31d41655bc8f0172008463714Detailed 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.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:27:39 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Seawind-1260-catamaran-review.html30f226a64b7212488fea90038ec6d34eIn‑depth Seawind 1260 catamaran review covering specs, performance, bluewater capability, layouts & buyer checklist.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:36:12 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Bruce-Number-multihulls.html54178e7fa73026e32f7f92b87d0a6628Clear guide explaining why multihulls use the Bruce Number instead of SA/D, how it works, and why it applies to both catamarans and trimarans. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:58:26 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Beneteau-Oceanis-390-sailboat-view.html5a575f07bd689ed14efd265781c9ee13A 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.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:56:09 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Formosa-46-Sailboat-Review.html9d108f5141cffd0922cb663ff85d80ddAuthoritative buyer‑focused review of the Formosa 46: design, specs, performance ratios, bluewater suitability, layouts, common problems and refit priorities for serious cruising sailors.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 02:42:22 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Franchini-47-Sailboat-Review.html2b7158e3e392715725a9b3778d799a9dIn‑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.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:46:42 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Franchini-41S-Sailboat-Review.html7e520a40d0f3fce4ca75178e64b9a9d3An in‑depth, buyer‑focused review of the Franchini 41S performance cruiser, covering design, construction, specs, sailing behaviour, bluewater capability, common problem areas and refit priorities for prospective owners.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:41:44 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Brewer-44-sailboat.htmlade974fc56d9b85b98a61c5757159cd1A detailed buyer‑focused review of the Brewer 44 centre‑cockpit cutter, covering specs, design ratios, sailing performance, bluewater capability, layout, common problem areas and refit considerations for serious cruising sailors.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:31:16 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Contessa-28.htmlfbaa23cd625ae0c39a795663b1b3d910An in‑depth Contessa 28 sailboat review covering design, construction, performance ratios, bluewater suitability, common problem areas and buyer’s checklist for experienced sailors.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:23:56 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Beneteau-First-367-sailboat--review.html2892dbd621acdf14ef031feeb4404c9fA pragmatic Beneteau First 36.7 review covering specs, design ratios, sailing performance, bluewater suitability, common survey issues and buyer-focused inspection tips for this Farr-designed performance cruiser-racer.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:32:56 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/tiller-steering-for-sailboats.htmle5e33755d6120aeada60922ec7d9f509Expert guide to tiller steering for sailboats, covering offshore handling, balance, trim, and safety for serious cruising sailors.
Thu, 9 Jul 2026 10:35:33 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Bavaria-36-Sailboat-review.html2a6b6e375cb6dacaec7aabf953f49a42Honest Bavaria 36 sailboat review for experienced sailors. Specs, design ratios, sailing behaviour, bluewater suitability, layouts, common issues and buyer’s checklist for coastal cruisers and value‑focused owners.
Thu, 9 Jul 2026 03:35:38 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Hallberg-Rassy-38-review.htmld8b87f4f6d2e12ef26635825c427d152An in-depth, buyer-focused review of the Hallberg-Rassy 38: design, specs, performance, bluewater capability, common issues, refit priorities and who this classic Swedish centre-cockpit cruiser really suits.
Wed, 8 Jul 2026 03:20:08 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Running-rigging-sizing-and-load-calculations.html68901c3126f543417171d39a622e4d4aDetermine correct line diameters using load calculations, comfort factors, and safety margins for sheets, halyards, and control lines. Mon, 6 Jul 2026 13:48:24 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Personal-locator-beacons-for-sailors.html679cd001c00121b7ab7a821f06ebd510Discover the best PLBs for sailors in 2026. Compact, reliable personal locator beacons ideal for man‑overboard emergencies and offshore cruising. Thu, 2 Jul 2026 16:16:54 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Island-Packet-445.htmlf0cc40f19f6819173788d21c8d71001cA buyer‑focused Island Packet 445 review covering specs, design ratios, sailing performance, bluewater capability, layout, common problem areas and refit priorities for serious offshore and liveaboard sailors
Wed, 1 Jul 2026 18:01:36 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Beneteau-Oceanis-48.html92bd86a2bc68b4b82988ae15e8023086A practical Beneteau Oceanis 48 review covering specs, design ratios, sailing performance, bluewater capability, layouts, common issues and a buyer’s checklist for serious cruisers.
Wed, 1 Jul 2026 15:12:04 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/PLB-performance-when-partially-submerged.html8a371b1d482873eca5c2b73da78305bfA PLB can work with only your head above water, but only if the antenna stays upright and clear. Here is what affects signal strength and rescue time. Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:07:43 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/PLB-transmission-endurance-offshore.html70851509053ef86909654c419d4c5f38Offshore PLB endurance explained. What affects transmission time and how to maximise performance. Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:05:12 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/PLB-alert-timing-and-GPS-acquisition.html0bbc3af76cb63f6ecb66aedd202e9c54A clear guide to how long a PLB takes to send your position to rescuers, what affects timing, and how to improve performance offshore. Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:02:19 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/PLB-Return-Link-Service-value.htmlacff9f512680cb0e3a6f870f949dafa8Does RLS make a PLB more effective? What offshore sailors need to know about Return Link Service. Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:01:15 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/PLB-antenna-damage-performance.htmlb47b4b4320737fe92c7f06af0f1865d0Learn how bent, iced, or damaged PLB antennas affect range, acquisition time, and rescue reliability. Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:57:39 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Boat-Performance-Ratios.html89558e68bccea4e53adeeb181b587b3dMaster the essential yacht design ratios including D/L, SA/D, and the Comfort Ratio to accurately compare sailboat performance and stability.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:38:56 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/EPIRB-battery-life-and-degradation-factors.html882dff46e2fcfbd9ea5a03a0e8882cc6How long EPIRB batteries last, what shortens their life, and when to replace them for dependable offshore safety. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:44:49 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/EPIRB-GPS-acquisition-delays.html8d476d5cc6dfef83015e466aec6f2e86Why EPIRBs sometimes take minutes to get a GPS fix, what slows them down, and how to improve acquisition in poor conditions. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:42:54 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/EPIRB-automatic-activation-failures.html2b1ee9a2cffad4cdc2ec7c77d810d3afAutomatic EPIRB failures are uncommon but avoidable. Learn the causes, risks, and the checks that keep your beacon ready when it matters. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:41:34 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Category-I-versus-Category-II-EPIRB-survival-advantage.html621a0dcfd03989c41a33babbf5770e08A float free Category I EPIRB can activate even if no one reaches it, giving shorthanded crews better survival odds in rapid flooding or capsize. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:36:46 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/EPIRB-antenna-performance-factors.html9812bfe8437967a61c35b68ed5162308How antenna orientation and mounting height influence EPIRB detection range, signal strength and alert speed during an offshore emergency. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:36:13 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/SAR-registration-errors.htmlaa0946093601a3043a987d8b8fee4927Avoid delays in search and rescue by fixing common registration errors. Keep contact details, MMSI data, and vessel information accurate. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:35:36 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/EPIRB-ageing-and-end-of-life-reliability.htmlda2804e22da2a407d7b5b847ce1b0713Learn when an EPIRB becomes too old to rely on, even if it still passes self tests. Covers ageing, GNSS decline, battery issues, and manufacturer support. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:34:24 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Dawn-48.htmlb0c26403c2f681d85986c75dee75085cIn‑depth Dawn 48 sailboat review covering specs, design ratios, sailing performance, bluewater capability, layout and buyer’s checklist for experienced cruisers researching this Kong & Halvorsen Frers‑designed ketch.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 03:23:22 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/marine-GPS-system.html8a6844bb874309616799d4e286119f45The versatile marine GPS system provides identical functionality for both handheld marine GPS units and fixed GPS units. So which is best for your boat?
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:04:12 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/marine-gps-chartplotter.htmlcb8c54727ea5470be45ab3d7df367c19Once you've used a Marine GPS Chartplotter for the first time, my bet is that you wouldn't want to go to sea without one, and here's why Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:15:34 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Chartplotter-screen-size-guidance.html2f1a696ba22adbe71b1e71e2e44d022aFind the ideal chartplotter screen size for your helm or nav station, with guidance for 7 to 16 inch displays, cockpit layouts, glare, and viewing distance. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:12:31 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/NMEA-2000-chartplotter-upgrade-guidance.html232ca5d71a469437ba6c8a2166ca3b67A clear guide to why NMEA 2000 matters when upgrading a chartplotter, how to avoid network issues, and when a backbone rebuild is the smarter choice. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:11:24 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Marine-radar-performance-differences.html38a19e638f7bfa0136043bd73a86abc9Radar performance varies hugely between chartplotter brands. Learn how target separation, Doppler, clutter control and processing power affect what you see. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:10:24 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Chartplotter-performance-factors.htmla3a9a375a34d25178209b008ac38aa11A practical guide to how processing power and storage affect chartplotter speed, radar overlay, AIS updates, and modern chart performance. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:09:31 -0400 https://www.sailboat-cruising.com/Chartplotter-configuration-for-cruising-sailors.html5ea6ab532408adaf5f53c492c899dd4bShould you run one large chartplotter or two smaller networked units? A clear, expert comparison for cruising sailors. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:08:26 -0400