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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. Visit our website at https://www.practical-sailor.com/
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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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Sailboat Backstay Adjustment for Beginners
Learn how to adjust a sailboat backstay correctly—and how backstay tension changes mast bend, forestay sag, mainsail shape, pointing ability, heel, and weather helm. In this Practical Sailor guide, we explain sailboat backstay adjustment for beginners: when to tighten the backstay, when to ease it,...
Sailboats Suddenly Cheap: A Generational Market Shift #shorts
Used sailboat market undergoing a generational shift. 25-30 year old modern cruisers are now entry-level, offering more space and features than older models at the same price. #SailboatMarket #UsedBoats #Boating #Sailing
Beneteau Used Sailboat: Great Value or Big Problems? #shorts
Mass-produced Beneteaus are everywhere. But when 25 years old, are they a smart buy or a costly mistake? We break down the true value. #Beneteau #UsedSailboat #Cruising #BoatReview #SailingLife
First Sailboat Buy? This is Your REMARKABLE Opportunity! #shorts
Dreaming of sailing? Good news! The used sailboat market is shifting, making boats that were once out of reach surprisingly affordable. Sellers are negotiating, buyers have power, and older gems are getting price reductions. #Sailboat #UsedBoats #BargainHunter #SailingLife #YachtWorld
The Bargain Bluewater Sailboat – Catalina Morgan 44
⛵ The 1989 Morgan 44 is a big center-cockpit cruising sailboat with Catalina DNA—but it may be one of the most overlooked boats of its generation. In this complete Morgan 44 sailboat review, we investigate who designed it, why Catalina built it, how it differs from the Morgan Out Island series and w...
Sailboat Hunter 41 DS: Comfort, Space & Easy Cruising! #shorts
Discover the Hunter 41 DS, designed for effortless liveaboard cruising. Easy to handle, spacious, and perfect for sailors seeking comfort and simplicity. #Hunter41DS #SailingLife #CruisingYacht #Sailboat
Sailboat Maintenance for Beginners – 10 Jobs You Can’t Ignore
Servicing Your Wheel-Drive Autopilot: Sailboat Maintenance for Beginners doesn’t have to be complicated. In this video, we cover 10 sailboat maintenance jobs every new owner should know, including cleaning the bilge, inspecting keel bolts, exercising seacocks and through-hulls, checking standing r...
Sail the Great Loop on $20,000: Smart Boat Buying Strategy #shorts
Can you actually complete the Great Loop on a $20,000 sailboat? With smart shopping, proper maintenance, and a bit of luck, it's surprisingly possible to finish with a boat still worth $10,000. #GreatLoop #SailboatLife #BudgetCruising #AdventureTravel
Hunter 41 DS: Fast, Responsive Sailboat That Shatters Expectations! #shorts
Challenging perceptions, the Hunter 41 DS boasts a modern design and impressive sailing performance. Discover a sailboat that defies expectations with its blend of style and capability. #Hunter41DS #Sailboat #Sailing #Yachting #BoatReview
Sail Your Dreams: Learn Cruising Skills at Annapolis Boat Show! #shorts
Discover Cruisers University and expert seminars at the Annapolis Boat Show. Connect with seasoned sailors and elevate your craft. Your journey to mastering the seas starts here. #AnnapolisBoatShow #SailingTips #LearnToSail #Boating
Beneteau 361 – Full Review
Should you buy an older Beneteau sailboat? In this Practical Sailor boat review and yacht tour, we examine the Beneteau Oceanis 361 to see what a 25-year-old production cruiser offers today. We look at its sailing performance, two-cabin and three-cabin layouts, cockpit, galley, separate shower, and ...
Annapolis Boat Show: People, Parking & Sailing Culture! #shorts
Navigating the Annapolis boat show? Skip the downtown parking nightmare! Arrive early or park in Eastport for a cheap sailor's solution. Don't forget comfortable shoes for a day of exploring. #BoatShowTips #Annapolis #SailingLife #EventHacks
Why Are Sailboats So Cheap?
Why are sailboats so cheap right now? The used sailboat market is flooded with affordable boats from the 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s, and buyers have more choices than they’ve had in years. In this video, we look at why older sailboats can sell for $10,000 or less, why some boats are practically be...
Hunter 356: Great Boat, BUT is it RIGHT for YOU? #shorts
This boat isn't for hardcore offshore expeditions. But for cruising the Great Lakes, ICW, Bahamas, or coastal New England, the Hunter 356 shines. Easy to sail, roomy, and bright. #Hunter356 #BoatReview #CruisingBoat #SailingLife
One Knot Difference: Massive Impact on Long Voyages! #shorts
Transiting 6,000 miles? An extra knot of speed saves 200 hours. When every trawler is doing 8 knots, that single knot becomes critical for schedules. #SailingTips #BoatLife #Maritime #Travel
Hunter 356: Sailing’s Most Misunderstood Boat? #shorts
You find the perfect sailboat – roomy, affordable, and ready for adventure. But the sailing community warns, 'Don't do it!' Is the Hunter 356 truly a bad boat, or just a production model with a misunderstood reputation? #Hunter356 #Sailboat #Boating #SailingLife #BoatReview
The MASSIVE Hunter Deck Saloon 41
Could the Hunter 41 Deck Salon be one of the most comfortable liveaboard sailboats you can buy for a cruising couple? In this complete Hunter 41 DS sailboat tour and review, we take a close look at this surprisingly spacious 40-foot cruising sailboat, including its huge deck-salon interior, two-cabi...
Is This $223k Sailboat Truly Perfect for Couples? #shorts
This Pacific Seacraft 40 boasts ocean-crossing capability for two, a full galley, separate shower, and classic design. But can a 1997 build for $223,000 be the ultimate cruising dream? #CruisingSailboat #YachtLife #SailboatReview #CoupleGoals
How To Go Cheap! The Annapolis Sailboat Show
Planning a trip to the 2026 Annapolis Sailboat Show? In this video, I’m sharing my best insider tips for getting the most out of the biggest sailing event of the year, from where to park and when to arrive to which boats to see first, where to stay, what to expect inside the vendor tents, and how to...
Sail Smarter: Don’t Rely SOLELY on Electronics! #shorts
Don't learn from disaster. Study routes, hazards, and currents BEFORE you leave. Use ActiveCaptain for real-time boater feedback. Avoid costly mistakes. #SailingTips #BoatingSafety #Maritime #Navigation
Inspect This Critical Area Before Buying Used Boats! #shorts
This boat's bowsprit is critical for its forestay and bobstay support. Inspect carefully for rot, cracks, or loose hardware—a weathered trim piece can wait, but a weakened bowsprit cannot. Its cutter rig also offers manageable sail combinations for any crew. #BoatBuying #MarineSurvey #Sailing #...
The Great Loop: Epic 6,000 Mile Boating Adventure! #shorts
An epic 6,000-mile adventure circumnavigating the US and Canada by boat. Rivers, lakes, oceans, 100 locks, and a billion bridges. But could you equip a sailboat for the Great Loop on a $20,000 budget? #GreatLoop #SailingAdventure #BudgetBoating #Cruising
Is the Hunter 356 a Bad Boat?
Thinking about buying a Hunter 356 or shopping for the best 35-foot sailboat for cruising, weekends, or living aboard? In this full Hunter 356 review and boat tour, we look at the design, interior, cockpit, B&R rig, sailing performance, construction, known problems, and what owners have said aft...