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Photo courtesy of Dan Berkey
If one was to pick a boat that best represents the many facets of the Taiwan-U.S. boatbuilding industry in the...
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If you're looking for a fast sailboat to use as a day sailer, then Saffier Yachts may have just the sailboat to buy. With...
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