Why are yachts so expensive

I used to wonder why yachts cost what they do until I spent a week at a European shipyard watching one come together. As someone...

Is learning to sail expensive

When I first decided to learn sailing, I had visions of expensive lessons, costly gear, and prohibitive club memberships. As someone who went from complete...

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Is sailing an expensive hobby

Everyone assumes sailing is a rich person’s hobby, and I’ll admit I thought the same thing before I started. As someone who learned to sail...

Are Sailboats Cheaper?

The sailboat versus motorboat cost comparison comes up constantly at dock parties, and everyone seems to have strong opinions. As someone who has owned both...

How much would a 50 ft sailboat cost

Shopping for a 50-foot sailboat brings you into a market segment where prices swing wildly based on factors that aren’t always obvious. As someone who...

How much does a sail boat cost

I get asked this question constantly by people who are curious about sailing but have no idea what the financial commitment actually looks like. As...

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