Bluewater Cruisers: A By-The-Numbers Compilation of Seaworthy, Offshore-Capable Fiberglass Monohull Production Sailboats by North American Designers
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A Brief History of the Influence of Racing on Sailboat Design
Thames Measurement Rule
Herreshoff's Universal Rule
International Rules
CCA Rules/RORC Rules: Offshore Rules
IOR Rules
PHRF Ratings, IMS, etc.
Finding the "Perfect Boat"
Criterion for Inclusion as a Bluewater Cruiser
Parsing the Numbers: Derived Statistics and Indices for Comparison and What They Tell Us
Sources of Information
Other Considerations: Above Deck
Other Considerations: Below
Crunching the Numbers
The Holy Grail of Bluewater Cruisers
Useful Websites
How to Read the Data Pages
398 Bluewater Boats, from 20 feet to 64 feet
The Essential Buyer’s Guide to Choosing the Sailboat of Your Dreams.
Fully illustrated with 400 color photos, detailed specs, and expert ratings
Whether you’re new to sailboat cruising or you’ve already crossed the ocean a few times, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the astonishing range of new and used bluewater cruisers currently on the market. This book helps you navigate those waters using the revolutionary new Seaworthy Index, a comprehensive rating system that combines motion comfort with ocean-capable sturdiness and safety. You’ll discover:
• Authoritative reviews of 400 sailboats in 6 size categories
• Ratings for each entry based on 11 key criteria
• Photographs, sail plans, hull details, and other specs for every model
• Performance ratings under various sea states and weather conditions
Packed with insider tips, expert assessments, and Pro-and-Con opinions you won’t find anywhere else, the book tells you everything you want to know: how smoothly the boat sails, how easily it handles in rough waters, how roomy and comfortable it is, how well the design suits your lifestyle, and much more. It also includes a must-have directory of sailing websites and other resources. This is your one-stop guide to finding the perfect bluewater cruiser that’s right for you—and for the greatest voyage of your life.