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Category Archives: Seatrials & design reviews

The Legacy of DeFever Trawlers: A History of Seaworthy Design

Cruising, Power, Seatrials & design reviewsBy Robert BaricevMay 29, 2025

When it comes to classic offshore cruising powerboats, few names carry the weight of Arthur DeFever. Known for their seaworthiness, full-displacement hulls, and distinctive lines, DeFever’s trawler designs have carved…

Excess 13 Catmaran Awards, Specs, Reviews, Videos, & More

Catamaran, Cruising, Sail, Seatrials & design reviewsBy Robert BaricevApril 25, 2025

The Excess 13 Catamaran has made serious waves in the sailing world, now made official by an award-winning international debut. Designed for sailors who crave open-water thrills without sacrificing modern…

Beneteau Swift Trawler 42 – Reviews, Specs, Videos, & More

Cruising, Power, Seatrials & design reviewsBy Robert BaricevApril 14, 2025

The Beneteau Swift Trawler 42 has earned its place as a modern classic in the powerboat world. From its efficient hull and striking design to its comfortable living spaces, this…

What is Deadrise? And Why Does It Matter?

Power, Seatrials & design reviewsBy Robert BaricevMarch 27, 2025

If you’ve ever researched boats, especially powerboats, you’ve likely come across the term deadrise. It’s often mentioned in specs or marketing materials, but what does it actually mean? More importantly,…

Beneteau Oceanis 38 and 38.1 Reviews, Videos, and More

Beneteau, Sail, Seatrials & design reviewsBy Michael JamesMarch 12, 2025

The Beneteau Oceanis 38 was introduced to the global market as a 2014 model and made her United States debut at the Annapolis Boat Show. Murray Yacht Sales was the…

J/40 Wins European Yacht of the Year

Regatta, Sail, Seatrials & design reviewsBy Robert BaricevJanuary 20, 2025

January 18th, 2025 – Yachting World Best Performance Cruiser – Winner: J/40 One of the most rewarding yachts I’ve sailed in light winds, the J/40 won the jury’s plaudits for its looks…

Tartan 3700 – Reviews, Guides, Specs, and More

Sail, Seatrials & design reviewsBy Michael JamesJanuary 14, 2025

The Tartan 3700 was first introduced in 2000 and was in production until 2016, with 188 hulls built. There are basically three versions of the 3700, even though they were…

Back Cove 34 Reviews

Cruising, Power, Seatrials & design reviewsBy Michael JamesDecember 30, 2024

Learn more about the Back Cove 34 through a combination of reviews, specifications, and videos.

Beneteau Oceanis 48 Reviews, Specs, Videos, and more

Beneteau, Cruising, Seatrials & design reviewsBy Robert BaricevDecember 10, 2024

With its alluring sleek silhouette and a deck plan optimized for cruising, the Oceanis 48 is perfectly proportioned. Numerous options to maximize space and efficiency distinguish her from others.  She…

Mainsail options – In-Mast Furling (Rollerfurling) vs. Stack pack vs. In-Boom Furling

Beneteau, Excess Catamaran, Seatrials & design reviewsBy Stanton MurrayNovember 4, 2024

Sailing – types of mainsail storage options In-Mast Furling (Rollerfurling) vs. Stack pack vs. In-Boom Furling Definitions: In-Mast Furling (Rollerfurling): The mainsail is stored by rolling the sail vertically inside…

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