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Fastest Cruising Sailboats
The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1, a 31-foot-3-inch tiny yacht that was best-equipped and spec'd out as a specialized cruising boat, was also given the title of Best Performance Cruiser for 2020. But don't be fooled by her modest internal amenities; she is a lively small ship.
Experts' Pick: 25 Sailboats Under 40'
Andrew Burton found the 36-foot Sabre Spirit boat not only easily handled and fast but also a sheer delight to sail; no wonder it won the Judges' Choice Award in Cruising World's 2008 Boat of the Year contest. ... Click here to read why the Dehler 38 won Best Cruising Sailboat Under 38 Feet in 2014. Hunter 38. Hunter 38 Courtesy Hunter ...
What Are The Fastest Sailboats? (Complete List)
The V.O 60, X-Yachts X4.0, and Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 are great examples of fast monohull boats. For multihull boats, Rapido 60 (Trimaran), Dragonfly 40 (Trimaran), and ICE Cat 61 (Catamaran) are some of the fastest in that category. The list can go on when you are talking about specialized performance boats, foiling boats, and even windsurfers.
OCEANIS 38 (BENETEAU)
Available in three versions, Daysailer, Weekender, Cruiser. The primary difference is with interior layout. Daysailer: LOA 11.15m / 36.58ft; Light displacement:6095kg / 13,437 lbs Reported SA = Main + 103% Genoa Available with three keel options: Deep: Specs above Shallow: Draft - 1.64m / 5.43 ft; Bal - 2060 kg / 4542 lbs. Lifting: Draft […]
2020 Donzi 38 ZRC Boat Test, Pricing, Specs
The 38 ZRC proved fast, fun and attractive. ... but easy to handle, this fabulous 38-foot speedboat vanished from our lives more than a decade ago. So, finding one bobbing at a boat show this spring is like spying that old flame at the end of the bar. The desire is undeniable. And for good reason. The 38 ZRC proved fast, fun and attractive, a ...
Dehler 38 SQ
The Dehler 38SQ redefines performance cruising with her state-of-the-art design and engineering. This yacht embodies the perfect blend of speed, comfort, and innovation, making every sailing adventure a thrilling experience. With her sleek lines, advanced sail handling systems, and luxurious interior, the Dehler 38SQ offers unparalleled ...
2022 Boat of the Year: Best Midsize Cruiser (Under 40')
During and in the four days immediately following the US Sailboat show in Annapolis, Maryland, the Cruising World judges inspected and sailed on 27 boats vying for recognition.Learn more about the boats in our 2022 Boat of the Year » Once upon a time, midsize cruisers, 30 to 40 feet, dominated the market, and harbors across the US were filled with what were once considered to be "big ...
Eagle 38
The Eagle 38 was designed in close cooperation with Hoek design, one of the world's leading yacht designers. This 38 foot sailboat embodies the Spirit of Tradition while comprising state-of-the-art technology for exceptional comfort and unrivaled performance. Experience how the sleek lines and optimized hull effortlessly slice through the water.
Selene 38 Voyager Aft-cabin
The Selene 38 Voyager Aft-cabin is a luxury family ocean yacht and trawler under 40' with long range capabilities. It sports two cabins and two head and a very spacious engine room. ... Many Selene 38 Voyager Aft-cabin make use of the mast for a steadying sail which gives the boat a classy « heritage yacht » style as well as a simple and ...
10 New Cruising Sailboats Under 35 Feet
Dufour Grand Large 360. Dufour Grand Large 360 Jon Whittle. Dufour Yachts introduced its new 360 Grand Large model to CW's Boat of the Year team in 2018 as a coastal cruiser intended for a couple or perhaps a small family. With that in mind, judge Alvah Simon found numerous clever elements to praise within the boat's 35-foot-2-inch hull—a ...
Beneteau First 36: The Top 10 Best Boats Review
The new Beneteau First 36 that debuted at Annapolis last fall checks all these boxes, and more. Enough that we here at SAIL happily anointed it one of our 2023 Top 10 Best Boats winners. This is a remarkably versatile craft. For a mass-production boat, it is quite light but also very strong, with a purely race-boat-quality build regimen.
SAIL Top 10 Best Boats for 2023
The boat's interior is elegant and traditional, exquisitely finished, with more opening portlights and improved ventilation. Under sail the X4.3 is fast and nimble, with a newly designed rudder that grips the water tenaciously even when over-pressed. Best of all, given its build quality, the boat is competitively priced. J/Boats J/45
Average Speed of a Sailboat (Plus Top Speed)
That being said, the average speed of racing sailboats is 15 knots (17 mph). On the other hand, the average speed of cruising sailboats is 4-6 knots (4.5-7 mph) and can attain a top speed of 7 knots (8 mph). In essence, cruise speeds of over 8 knots are quite normal.
Popular Cruising Yachts from 35 to 40 feet Length Overall
Voyager 35; Warrior 40; Wasa 30; Wauquiez Centurion 40; Westerly Conway 36; Westerly Typhoon 37; Westerly Oceanranger 38; Medium sized cruising yachts like these are often the sailboat of choice for short-handed crews, and if properly equipped and maintained, will take long offshore voyages in their stride.
HUNTER 38
38.17 ft / 11.63 m: LOD: 36.67 ft / 11.18 m: ... more powerful boat that will be better able to stand up to the wind. Bal./Disp = ballast (lbs)/ displacement (lbs)*100 ... Maine, 1991, states that a BN of 1 is generally accepted as the dividing line between so-called slow and fast multihulls. BN = SA^0.5/(Disp. in pounds)^.333 Kelsall Sailing ...
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The Regal 30 and 32 have mid-cabins that sleep two: The 32 has twin berths that can zip together to form a double; the 30 can be upgraded with an innerspring mattress. The 32 has a double berth forward; so does the Chaparral 310 Signature. She has a mid-cabin, too -- it's set up for seating, but converts to a berth.
Five Performance Cruisers for 2020
A true, versatile cruiser/racer, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 was named the year's Best Performance Cruiser. Jon Whittle . Of the five boats in this collection, the 31-foot-3-inch Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 was the compact yacht best-equipped and spec'd out as a dedicated cruising boat, and not coincidentally, it was also awarded the title of Best Performance Cruiser for 2020.
13 Best Cruising Sailboats in 2023 & Why They're Better
Lagoon 450F. 45 feet. 8 to 10 people. $700,000. Bavaria Cruiser 46. 46 feet. 6 to 8 people. $250,000. In this section, we'll explore the 13 best cruising sailboats of 2023, highlighting their unique features and reasons why they stand out in the market.
43 of the best bluewater sailboat designs of all time
Allures 51.9 price: €766,000. The Ovni 370 is another cunning new aluminum centreboard offering, a true deck saloon cruiser for two. The designers say the biggest challenge was to create a ...
35'-38' Express Cruisers: Six Good Boats to Compare
Six Good Boats to Compare. Sea Ray 370 Sundancer. Formula 37 Performance Cruiser. Regal 35 Sport Coupe. Cruisers Yachts 38 Express. Bavaria Sport 360 HT. Beneteau Gran Turismo 35. We have six express cruisers in what many experienced skippers think is a good compromise between size and cost. These boats are big enough for four people to ...
What is the Average Speed of a Sailboat?
Most sailboats cruise at a speed of 4-6 knots (4.5-7 mph), with a top speed of 7 knots (8 mph or 13 km/h). Larger racing yachts can easily reach speeds up to 15 knots (17 mph or 28 km/h), with an average cruising speed between 6-8 knots (7-9 mph). Cruising speeds of over 8 knots are uncommon. Different types of sailboats reach very different ...
40 Best Sailboats, Types of Sailboats & Manufacturers
30. Swan 44. A strong, robust cruising boat built for high-seas, blue water adventures, the Swan 44 was designed by Sparkman & Stephens, and the yacht's well-known Finnish manufacturers, Nautor Swan, produced 76 boats in a production run that lasted from 1972-1975.
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The yacht's 250-foot mast, illuminated with lights and lashed by the storm, appears to bend to one side before it finally disappears and is replaced by darkness.
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The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1, a 31-foot-3-inch tiny yacht that was best-equipped and spec'd out as a specialized cruising boat, was also given the title of Best Performance Cruiser for 2020. But don't be fooled by her modest internal amenities; she is a lively small ship.
Andrew Burton found the 36-foot Sabre Spirit boat not only easily handled and fast but also a sheer delight to sail; no wonder it won the Judges' Choice Award in Cruising World's 2008 Boat of the Year contest. ... Click here to read why the Dehler 38 won Best Cruising Sailboat Under 38 Feet in 2014. Hunter 38. Hunter 38 Courtesy Hunter ...
The V.O 60, X-Yachts X4.0, and Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 are great examples of fast monohull boats. For multihull boats, Rapido 60 (Trimaran), Dragonfly 40 (Trimaran), and ICE Cat 61 (Catamaran) are some of the fastest in that category. The list can go on when you are talking about specialized performance boats, foiling boats, and even windsurfers.
Available in three versions, Daysailer, Weekender, Cruiser. The primary difference is with interior layout. Daysailer: LOA 11.15m / 36.58ft; Light displacement:6095kg / 13,437 lbs Reported SA = Main + 103% Genoa Available with three keel options: Deep: Specs above Shallow: Draft - 1.64m / 5.43 ft; Bal - 2060 kg / 4542 lbs. Lifting: Draft […]
The 38 ZRC proved fast, fun and attractive. ... but easy to handle, this fabulous 38-foot speedboat vanished from our lives more than a decade ago. So, finding one bobbing at a boat show this spring is like spying that old flame at the end of the bar. The desire is undeniable. And for good reason. The 38 ZRC proved fast, fun and attractive, a ...
The Dehler 38SQ redefines performance cruising with her state-of-the-art design and engineering. This yacht embodies the perfect blend of speed, comfort, and innovation, making every sailing adventure a thrilling experience. With her sleek lines, advanced sail handling systems, and luxurious interior, the Dehler 38SQ offers unparalleled ...
During and in the four days immediately following the US Sailboat show in Annapolis, Maryland, the Cruising World judges inspected and sailed on 27 boats vying for recognition.Learn more about the boats in our 2022 Boat of the Year » Once upon a time, midsize cruisers, 30 to 40 feet, dominated the market, and harbors across the US were filled with what were once considered to be "big ...
The Eagle 38 was designed in close cooperation with Hoek design, one of the world's leading yacht designers. This 38 foot sailboat embodies the Spirit of Tradition while comprising state-of-the-art technology for exceptional comfort and unrivaled performance. Experience how the sleek lines and optimized hull effortlessly slice through the water.
The Selene 38 Voyager Aft-cabin is a luxury family ocean yacht and trawler under 40' with long range capabilities. It sports two cabins and two head and a very spacious engine room. ... Many Selene 38 Voyager Aft-cabin make use of the mast for a steadying sail which gives the boat a classy « heritage yacht » style as well as a simple and ...
Dufour Grand Large 360. Dufour Grand Large 360 Jon Whittle. Dufour Yachts introduced its new 360 Grand Large model to CW's Boat of the Year team in 2018 as a coastal cruiser intended for a couple or perhaps a small family. With that in mind, judge Alvah Simon found numerous clever elements to praise within the boat's 35-foot-2-inch hull—a ...
The new Beneteau First 36 that debuted at Annapolis last fall checks all these boxes, and more. Enough that we here at SAIL happily anointed it one of our 2023 Top 10 Best Boats winners. This is a remarkably versatile craft. For a mass-production boat, it is quite light but also very strong, with a purely race-boat-quality build regimen.
The boat's interior is elegant and traditional, exquisitely finished, with more opening portlights and improved ventilation. Under sail the X4.3 is fast and nimble, with a newly designed rudder that grips the water tenaciously even when over-pressed. Best of all, given its build quality, the boat is competitively priced. J/Boats J/45
That being said, the average speed of racing sailboats is 15 knots (17 mph). On the other hand, the average speed of cruising sailboats is 4-6 knots (4.5-7 mph) and can attain a top speed of 7 knots (8 mph). In essence, cruise speeds of over 8 knots are quite normal.
Voyager 35; Warrior 40; Wasa 30; Wauquiez Centurion 40; Westerly Conway 36; Westerly Typhoon 37; Westerly Oceanranger 38; Medium sized cruising yachts like these are often the sailboat of choice for short-handed crews, and if properly equipped and maintained, will take long offshore voyages in their stride.
38.17 ft / 11.63 m: LOD: 36.67 ft / 11.18 m: ... more powerful boat that will be better able to stand up to the wind. Bal./Disp = ballast (lbs)/ displacement (lbs)*100 ... Maine, 1991, states that a BN of 1 is generally accepted as the dividing line between so-called slow and fast multihulls. BN = SA^0.5/(Disp. in pounds)^.333 Kelsall Sailing ...
The Regal 30 and 32 have mid-cabins that sleep two: The 32 has twin berths that can zip together to form a double; the 30 can be upgraded with an innerspring mattress. The 32 has a double berth forward; so does the Chaparral 310 Signature. She has a mid-cabin, too -- it's set up for seating, but converts to a berth.
A true, versatile cruiser/racer, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 was named the year's Best Performance Cruiser. Jon Whittle . Of the five boats in this collection, the 31-foot-3-inch Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 was the compact yacht best-equipped and spec'd out as a dedicated cruising boat, and not coincidentally, it was also awarded the title of Best Performance Cruiser for 2020.
Lagoon 450F. 45 feet. 8 to 10 people. $700,000. Bavaria Cruiser 46. 46 feet. 6 to 8 people. $250,000. In this section, we'll explore the 13 best cruising sailboats of 2023, highlighting their unique features and reasons why they stand out in the market.
Allures 51.9 price: €766,000. The Ovni 370 is another cunning new aluminum centreboard offering, a true deck saloon cruiser for two. The designers say the biggest challenge was to create a ...
Six Good Boats to Compare. Sea Ray 370 Sundancer. Formula 37 Performance Cruiser. Regal 35 Sport Coupe. Cruisers Yachts 38 Express. Bavaria Sport 360 HT. Beneteau Gran Turismo 35. We have six express cruisers in what many experienced skippers think is a good compromise between size and cost. These boats are big enough for four people to ...
Most sailboats cruise at a speed of 4-6 knots (4.5-7 mph), with a top speed of 7 knots (8 mph or 13 km/h). Larger racing yachts can easily reach speeds up to 15 knots (17 mph or 28 km/h), with an average cruising speed between 6-8 knots (7-9 mph). Cruising speeds of over 8 knots are uncommon. Different types of sailboats reach very different ...
30. Swan 44. A strong, robust cruising boat built for high-seas, blue water adventures, the Swan 44 was designed by Sparkman & Stephens, and the yacht's well-known Finnish manufacturers, Nautor Swan, produced 76 boats in a production run that lasted from 1972-1975.
The yacht's 250-foot mast, illuminated with lights and lashed by the storm, appears to bend to one side before it finally disappears and is replaced by darkness.