History of Gulfstar
Vince Lazzara was one of the pioneers in building boats out of fiberglass and help found Columbia Yachts in 1962 which became one of the largest builders of sailboats. He…
The Mainship Pilot 34
Ideal for a cruising couple, the Pilot 34 is designed with an all-fiberglass exterior construction and features a sharp entry hull, delivering an easy-care, yet truly rock-solid ride with a…
Block Island 40
Block Island 40 Bill Tripp’s fabled yawl is still being built, almost to the original plans. It has few vices. Eric Woods, wearing shorts and sneakers, and a baseball cap…
Beneteau Oceanis 351 (1992 to 1997)
The Oceanis 351 was designed by Jean Berret and Phillipe Briand and produced by Beneteau between 1992 and 1997. Her sleek lines offer fast and efficient sailing and cruising, and…
Pearson Yachts (History)
Murray Yacht Sales was the Pearson Dealer for the Gulf Coast in the 1970s and 1980s and we continued our relationship with Everett Pearson while he was with TPI which became Pearson Composites. …
Cape Dory 27
The Cape Dory 27 is a diesel-powered auxiliary sloop capable of sailing most anywhere. She is a rugged yacht with surprising speed and predictable handling. The 27 is an uncomplicated…
SAILING INDUSTRY COMPANIES NAB THREE OF SIX NATIONAL MARKETING AWARDS
The Beneteau USA Marketing Department in partnership with LCM Design has won the Neptune Award for “Best New Email Blast” from the Marine Marketers of America! http://www.sailamerica.com/newsletter/e-news/oct2009/article_06.html
A HISTORY OF 12 METRES AND AMERICA’S CUP ACTION
Reprinted from our good friends at Scuttlebutt ‘The Golden Year of 12 Metres’ is a Jobson Sailing Film produced and narrated by Gary Jobson, and will be on ESPN Classic…
First Impressions of the Beneteau First 40
My first sight of the Beneteau First 40 was at Paris Boat Show December of 2008. It looked spectacular, but then all the boats looked great in Paris indoors and…
J/95 Annapolis Show Interview with Rod Johnstone
J/95 Annapolis Show Interview with Rod Johnstone (Annapolis, MD)- Alan Block from Sailing Anarchy was covering the Annapolis Boatshow for SA enthusiasts. Alan and Jeff Johnstone participated in the forum…