Snapshot of Hake Yachts (1973-2022)
Brand Overview Established in 1973 by Nick Hake, the company developed a unique American boat brand emphasizing innovation, quality, and user friendliness. The Seaward line was appealing to sailors looking…
New Model: Beneteau FIRST 60
World Premiere: Dusseldorf Boat Show NEW FIRST 60: JOY AT ITS GRANDEST BENETEAU is proud to unveil the all-new FIRST 60, a yacht that redefines the very essence of sailing…
C&C 110 Reviews, Specs, Options, Ratings & More
C&C 110 – 1998 to 2008 The C&C 110 features a modern design with sleek lines and a low-profile deck. It has a moderate displacement hull, which allows for a…
2025 Roundup and 2026 Crystal Ball
I am often asked “how is the boat business?”. My answer is typically “both consistent and erratic”. Consistent in that our model of professional representation of buyers and sellers has…
Why You Bought Your Boat—and Whether It’s Still Doing the Job
Every boat purchase starts with a “why.” Time spent with family. An escape from reality on the water. Adventure. Freedom. Connection. When we help someone choose a boat, that question…
Beneteau First 35.7 Reviews, Specifications, Options, Resources & More
Beneteau First 35.7 (1992-1996) First 35.7 at Mooring Building on the triumph of the First 35s5, Beneteau collaborated with Jean Berret and Philippe Starck to engineer a new 35-foot “First”…
History of C&C Yachts
A Brief History (1958 – 2018) C&C Yachts quickly established a reputation as a builder of high-quality sailing yachts that were also successful on the race course. 1961: C&C started…
Understanding Sacrificial Anodes: The Unsung Heroes Protecting Your Boat
If you’ve ever noticed small, gray lumps of metal bolted to your boat’s hull, prop shaft, rudder, or outdrive, you’ve seen sacrificial anodes at work. They may not look like…
2025 Catalina Yachts update – How to Find OEM Catalina Sailboat Parts / Inside Resources -by Stanton Murray
…marking the beginning of my relationship with the late Frank Butler, founder of Catalina Yachts. Frank was supported by Sharon Day, national sales manager and later president, and Gerry Douglass, head of engineering and design. Both retired from Catalina Yachts long before the current unfortunate situation.
Beneteau, Excess Catamarans, J/Boats among SAIL’s Best Boats Nominees
Along the Gulf Coast, Murray Yacht Sales proudly represents the models listed below. Experience them all in one place at the Annapolis Boat Show / US Sailboat Show, from October…