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Enjoy your sailboat more with Practical Sailor. Learn secrets to cruising more affordably. Discover the freedom of living aboard. Outfit your boat with the best gear and electronics. Keep your boat clean and well-maintained with less hassle. Confidently buy (and sell) the right sailboat for you and your family. For more than 50 years, we take the guesswork out sailing with independent boat and product tests and evaluations. Whether you’re new to the sport or a seasoned sailor, Practical Sailor’s videos and articles will teach you how to sail safely and enjoy your time on the water.
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Bayfield 32 Boat Tour – The Canadian Cruiser That Crossed the Atlantic
Bayfield 32 Boat Tour: The Canadian Cruiser That Crossed the Atlantic takes you aboard a 1981 Bayfield 32, a traditional Canadian-built cruising sailboat known for its clipper bow, bowsprit, cutter rig, shallow draft, full keel and warm teak interior. Built by Bayfield Boat Yard in Ontario and desig...
Which Boats Are Easy to Sail? 7 Features That Matter
Tartan 395 Boat Review: What makes a sailboat easy to sail? In this Practical Sailor video, we look at seven features that can make a sailboat easier, safer, and more enjoyable to handle. From manageable sail plans and well-placed cockpit controls to balanced steering, predictable stability, and c...
Deep vs. Shoal Draft Keel: Which is Best for You? #shorts
Sailing deep waters? A deep keel offers advantages. But for areas like the Great Lakes or when cruising the Bahamas, shoal draft might be better. Plan your dream voyage wisely. #Sailing #BoatLife #Yachting #Cruising
Hanse 360: Does This Sailboat ACTUALLY Work? #shorts
A practical sailor's view: Forget looks, does it work when heeled and pounding? Can the helmsman brace? Are winches sized, lines led cleanly, controls placed well? Options matter more than looks. #SailingTips #Boating #Yachting #SailboatReview
Catamaran Cruising: Design for the Inevitable Breakdown #shorts
Even the most expensive catamarans aren't immune. Every boat owner faces the certainty of equipment failure—pumps, alternators, hoses, or engines. Design anticipates the unexpected. #BoatBuilding #CruisingLife #YachtMaintenance #Sailboat
Catalina 25 Sailboat Tour
The $100K Cruiser Showdown: How the Catalina 380 Stacks Up: Catalina 25 Sailboat Tour - Should You Buy One? In this complete Catalina 25 sailboat tour, we explore one of the most popular affordable cruising sailboats ever built and explain everything you should know before buying one. We tour the ...
Keel Choice: Deep vs. Shallow Draft Sailboats ⚓ #shorts
The most debated sailboat decision: keel draft. Deep keels sail better and point higher. Shallow keels access more anchorages and hidden coves. #SailboatKeel #SailingLife #Yachting #BoatingTips
What Do You Inspect First on a Used Sailboat?
What should you inspect first when buying a used sailboat? This used sailboat buying guide explains what to look for when viewing sailboats for sale, how to inspect a sailboat before making an offer, and how to spot sailboat problems that could lead to expensive repairs. Whether you are boat shoppin...
Hanse 360: Big Boat Feel in a Compact Yacht! #shorts
The Hanse 360 defies expectations. Despite its 37-foot length, stepping aboard reveals a cockpit, beam, and interior volume typically found in larger yachts. It masterfully fits expansive living into a 36-foot category. #Hanse360 #YachtDesign #BoatShow #Sailboat
First 44 Performance: 3 Questions Before You Buy! #shorts
Considering the First 44 Performance? Ask yourself: Can you handle the mast height? Is the draft manageable? Do you need the performance package sailing systems? Your answers guide your choice. #First44Performance #SailingLife #BoatReview #Yachting
Buying a Boat? Avoid This Costly Mistake! #shorts
Thinking of buying a cheap boat? Beware! 'Free' often means legal trouble and hidden costs. Always check paperwork, hull, rig, engine, and more. Every boat needs a plan: to use, maintain, and eventually sell. #BoatBuying #BoatingCosts #UsedBoats #MaritimeLaw #BoatMaintenance
Vision 444 ES: The Catamaran Designed to Be Repaired
Catalina 470 Used Boat Review: Step aboard Reimagine, a Vision 444 ES sailing catamaran built for serious bluewater cruising, short-handed operation and real-world maintenance. In this Practical Sailor review, we examine the South African-built Vision 444 ES, including its resin-infused constructi...
Deep Keel vs Shoal Draft – Which Should You Buy?
Keel and Rudder Design Basics: Deep keel or shoal draft: which should you buy? In this episode, we look at one of the biggest sailboat buying decisions cruisers face. A deeper keel usually means better windward performance, better pointing, less leeway, and a more planted feel under sail. But a sh...
Tayana 55: Used Boat Investigation – Worth the Risk? #shorts
Buying a used Tayana 55? It's more than a model—it's a specific history of repairs, owner decisions, and yard execution. This isn't just a review; it's an investigation to avoid costly surprises. #UsedBoat #BoatReview #YachtLife #Sailboat #BoatMaintenance
Beneteau First 44 Performance: Rules Broken, Sails Set! #shorts
Beneteau's First 44 Performance redefines production cruisers. Featuring a taller carbon rig, deeper keel, and enhanced sail plan, it blends comfort with specialized yacht performance. #Beneteau #Sailing #PerformanceYacht #Yachting #BoatLife
Beneteau Oceanis 34.1: Shocking Rig Reveal! #shorts
The Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 redefines modern sailing with a shocking innovation: no backstay. Experience a sleek design, twin wheels, and an open transom, all within a civilized, bright interior. Effortless sail handling meets advanced engineering. #Beneteau #Oceanis34.1 #SailingInnovation #YachtDesig...
Inspecting Our Free Boat! What Will We Find? #shorts
Just brought home a free sailboat! First step: inspect the hull, keel, deck, and rigging. Using specialized tools and painter's tape to find any soft spots and assess the boat's true condition. No moisture meter needed yet! #Sailboat #BoatRepair #DIYBoats #ProjectBoat
Hanse 360 Boat Tour: The 36 Footer That Feels Like a 40
Beneteau 38.1 Boat Review: The Hanse 360 is one of the most talked-about new cruising sailboats in the 36-foot range, and in this Practical Sailor boat tour we take a close look at what makes it different. Built by HanseYachts in Greifswald, Germany, and designed by Berret-Racoupeau, the Hanse 360...
Bigger Boat Trap: The Hidden Costs of a 55-Foot Yacht #shorts
Thinking a big yacht deal is too good to pass up? Beware the central trap: the purchase price is just the cover charge. Maintenance, slips, sails, insurance – it all scales to the yacht's true size, not your bargain price. #YachtLife #Boating #Sailing #BoatMaintenance #LuxuryBoats
How To Use a Boat Battery Switch
Taking Starlink Offshore: What the Gen 2 and Mini Can Really Do: How to Use a Boat Battery Switch explains exactly what the 1, 2, BOTH, and OFF positions do on a boat’s battery selector switch, and how to use them without accidentally draining both battery banks. In this Practical Sailor video, we...
Boat Bottom Paint: READ the Product Sheet for Success! #shorts
Don't trust the can's marketing! The real info on application temp, dry time, compatibility, and primers is in the product sheet. Ignore it, and your paint job might end up a peeling mess. #PaintTips #DIYProjects #HomeImprovement #ProductKnowledge
Heavy Duty Hans Christian 33: A Cruiser’s Dream #shorts
This 33-foot sailboat boasts a bowsprit, cutter rig, double-ended stern, full keel, and a unique compact posture. It's a heavy-displacement cruiser with serious attitude, built to last. #Sailboat #CruisingYacht #HansChristian33 #BoatDesign
Tayana 55: Rigging & Surveyor Insights You NEED #shorts
Surveyors prioritize moisture meters, but buyers should heed warnings about rig condition on older Tayana 55s. Documented rigging age and chainplate inspection are crucial. Neglect these, and the price becomes a very cold lens. #BoatBuying #YachtSurvey #SailingLife #UsedBoat