Heavy-duty Hull Gets High Praise
With more than three decades of hard use behind it-first in the charter trade and later in private ownership-the CSY 37 has very few...
Express 37 Nails Performance
BelowdecksThough designed to sail fast, Schumacher tried to create accommodations below that would be comfortable for an offshore crew. He engaged a client, M....
A Herreshoff Legacy Lives On
ComparisonPocket cruisers are indeed one of the most worthy ways to voyage under sail. But if your stints on the water are measured in...
Craftsmanship is at the Heart of Construction
The current boats incorporate six molded elements: hull, keel, forward bulkhead, aft bulkhead, floor liner and deck. The hull-and-deck sandwich structure utilizes an Airex...
Cruising the Com-Pac 35
Deck LayoutSailhandling arrangements feature internal halyards, a mast free of winches, and sail controls led aft to rope clutches. The single-spreader spar is made...
Constructing the Com-Pac 35
The primary components of the Com-Pac 35 are the hull, a pan that provides housing for cabinetry and the motor mount, a headliner, and...
Owners Say Beauty, Solid Hull Outweigh Clippers Flaws
We spoke with several owners of Cheoy Lee 42s and 36s for this article, and among the most seasoned was Kieron OConnell, a two-time...
A Stern Look at Boat Sterns
Photos by Ralph Naranjo
Nothing stereotypes a cruising sailboat more than whats going on at the bow and stern. Both ends of the boat tell...
Former Marketing Director, CR38 Owner Offers His 2 Cents
Practical Sailor reader Allen Taylor so loved his Cabo Rico 38 that he eventually started working for the company as the marketing director. Now,...
Alberg 35 Offers Classic Escape
Photos courtesy of Tom Curren
The Alberg 35 dates back to the dawn of big-time fiberglass sailboat building. Its production began in 1961, just a...
The ALL NEW Catalina 426 Full Tour
The Catalina 426 is the latest addition to Catalina’s renowned fleet, designed for sailors seeking a blend of performance, comfort, and versatility. This 42-foot...
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Martin 16 Used Boat Review
The Martin 16 is designed for adaptive sailing so people with disabilities can easily control sails and steering. It is an excellent choice for...