Gemini Company History & Catamaran Models
Tony Smith formed Performance Cruising in 1980. He began his boatbuilding career by constructing a 24-foot Piver trimaran in a shed in England. Then, in 1969, he developed a method…
The Beneteau Sense Line: Specifications, Reviews, and Expert Insights
Overview The Beneteau Sense Line is renowned for its innovative design, luxurious comfort, and exceptional sailing performance. In our over 35 years as a Gulf Coast Beneteau Dealer, this line…
Excess Catamarans Factory Tour – 2024 Recap
The Excess Catamarans yard in Poiré-sur-vie opened its doors on Saturday, March 16th, 2024 for a behind-the-scenes experience. Clients and dealers were able to tour the shipyard where we build…
Beneteau Oceanis 37.1 Review Compilation
Cruising World Magazine / Herb McCormick April 30, 2024 The Beneteau 37.1, a top performance cruiser from French builders and designers, is a pleasure to sail. In our Boat of…
Beneteau Oceanis 45 Specs, Reviews, Videos, & Owners Manuals
The Beneteau Oceanis 45 has developed a strong following in the sailing community as a Legacy Beneteau Model and for good reason. As the Gulf Coast dealer for Beneteau Sailboats, we’ve had the pleasure of selling dozens of these remarkable vessels. In this blog post, we’ll delve into what we know and compile excerpts from various articles reviewing the Beneteau Oceanis 45.
History of the Slocum 37
It is reported that there were (9) nine Slocum 37(s) built at Hai-O Yacht Building Corp in Taiwan. Hull #9 was built in 1988. The Stan Huntingford designed Slocum 37…
Dolphin Catamarans Review Compilation
Dolphin Catamarans Background In 1999, a São Paulo family passionate about the sea was looking for a catamaran that would meet their needs. He found a French builder – a…
Eight Bells: Marc Lombard, a Legendary Naval Architect
The world of sailboat design lost a true visionary on September 19, 2023, when Marc Lombard, the renowned French naval architect, passed away at the age of 65. Lombard’s contributions…
BENETEAU First 36 Review – Don Finkle of RCR Yachts
1st Thoughts on Sailing the First 36 We were finally able to take our stock boat out for a sea trial in Buffalo recently. We had Kris Werner of Quantum Sails in…
Nauta Design: Award-Winning Superyacht Design Brought To Production Sailboats
Specializing in the interior designs of sailing yachts, this group has earned a reputation for being the cutting edge of contemporary interior design. Founded in 1985, Nauta Design has designed…