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…
Beneteau First 53 Reviews, Specs, Options, Videos & More
Search New and Brokerage Beneteau Sailboats in the United States History Blending performance sailing DNA with contemporary luxury, the Beneteau First 53 stands out as a yacht that impresses both…
The History of Carver Yachts: Accessible Luxury
Carver Shipyard, a company rooted in the traditional crafts of the North American yachting industry, began its journey in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in the mid-1950s. Founders Charles Carter and George Verhagen…
Fischer Panda’s AI Assistant
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Pierfront Open House: Meet Our New St. Petersburg Office
Join us as we celebrate the opening of our new Murray Yacht Sales office in St. Petersburg! This informal Open House is an opportunity to visit with our Florida Team…
Tartan 3700 – Reviews, Guides, Specs, and More
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…
Californian Trawlers & Motor Yacht History
Model Production Californian 30 LRC 1978-1981 Californian 34 LRC 1977-1985 Californian 35 Convertible 1985-1987 Californian 35 Motor Yacht 1985-1987 Californian 38 Convertible 1984-1987 Californian 38 LRC Sedan 1978-1985 Californian 38…
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…