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10 Best Used Cruising Sailboats

• By John Kretschmer
• Updated: May 24, 2024

The appeal of offshore voyaging is difficult to explain to land people who can’t imagine life without basic human rights like copious quantities of hot water and unlimited data. It can even be challenging to explain to fellow sailors who think the notion of spending days or weeks at sea is a form of water­boarding, some kind of self-inflicted torture.

But for those of us who understand, who relish intimacy with the untamed wilderness that is the ocean and embrace self-­reliance and individual expression while accepting the ­dispassionate whims of Neptune, this is the good life.

There are two essential truths about this life: One, money does not matter. Cruising budgets and lifestyles reflect bank accounts with variously positioned commas; it’s the passages and landfalls that add up, not your investment portfolio. And two, a good bluewater sailboat — not necessarily an expensive boat, but a well-­designed, solidly built, imminently seaworthy boat that is only limited by your moxie and imagination — is the key to successful bluewater passagemaking.

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So, to that second point, I’ve compiled a list of interesting and affordable cruising sailboats for serious voyaging. A list of 10 sailboats for any purpose, much less world cruising, is sure to evoke outrage from strong-minded sailors, who by nature tend to be a bit opinionated. Stand by before hurling insults my way, and let me explain. I have decided to stay away from the sailboats we know by heart, the iconic old boats that usually populate a list like this: the Westsail 32, Tayana 37, Shannon 38 and Valiant 40 (the last of which, with a bit of searching, can still be found at or just below $100,000).

My list of some of the best liveaboard sailboats is eclectic and includes a mix of well-known and obscure manufacturers, but all the boats are linked in three ways: All are top-quality vessels capable of crossing oceans. They’re affordable, although in a few cases you have to look for older models in less-than-stellar condition to stay below $100,000. Indeed, in some ways, this list of used sailboats is a function of age; most of the boats were priced at more than $100,000 when new but have dipped below our self-imposed threshold in middle age. And finally, they’re all boats that I have encountered in the past few years in far-flung cruising destinations .

Island Packet 35

Love them or loathe them, Island Packets are everywhere. To some, the beamy, full-keel, high-freeboard hull designs seem quaint, to put it charitably. To others, the robust construction standards, roomy interiors and overall user-friendliness make them the ideal cruising boat. More than most, sailing vessels are compromises, and Bob Johnson and his crew at Island Packet were brilliant in prioritizing the needs of sailors. The IP 35 was introduced in 1988 and features a huge cockpit, an easy-to-handle cutter rig with a jib boom, and a clever, comfortable interior with the volume of many 40-footers. It might not be the fastest boat upwind, but the long waterline translates to good performance off the breeze, meaning the IP 35 finds its stride in the trade winds. In all, 188 boats were built before production stopped in 1994.

Don’t confuse the IP 35 with the IP 350, which was launched in 1997 and included a stern swim step. You won’t find a 350 for less than $100,000, but you will have a choice among 35s, especially those built before 1990. With two nice staterooms, the 35 is ideal for family cruising. I know of a couple of 35s that have completed the classic Atlantic Circle passage. It’s perfect for a sabbatical cruise because it holds its value and there’s a ready market when it comes time to sell.

Prout Snowgoose 37

There’s no room for discussion: Catamarans are crossing oceans, and many sailors are choosing cats for world cruising. My last visits to the Azores and Canary Islands, the classic Atlantic waypoints, proved the point. I’m not much of a statistician, but by my count, at least a quarter and maybe a third of the boats I saw were catamarans. There would be more on this list, but they are just too expensive. Finding a quality catamaran for less than $100,000 is tough. One boat to consider is the classic workhorse multihull, the Prout Snowgoose 37.

When the Snowgoose 37 was launched in 1983, English builder Prout & Sons had already been in business for nearly 50 years. The 37 was an updated version of the Snowgoose 35, one of the most successful cruising cats ever. In 1986, the 37 was updated again; the Snowgoose Elite model included more beam and interior upgrades. These models are challenging to find for under $100,000, but it’s possible. A quick glance at yachtworld.com shows several of both models available for less than $100,000. Again, the strong dollar makes European boats an excellent value.

The Snowgoose 37 is not sexy like go-fast cats, and not roomy like modern cruising cats. It is, however, seaworthy. Of the 500 built, many have circumnavigated. Older boats have solid fiberglass hulls, and more recent models are solid glass from the waterline down and cored above. The cockpit is rather compact by catamaran standards, and the bridgedeck is solid (no tramp). Many 37s and all Elites were rigged with staysails, a big plus in heavy weather. The masthead-­rigged Snowgoose 37 can be sailed like a monohull offshore, and it’s quite nice not having a huge, roachy mainsail to wrestle with in a storm. With a 15-foot-3-inch beam for the 37 and a 16-foot-3-inch beam for the Elite, it’s easy to find affordable dockage and yards for haulouts. Most boats have three double cabins, making the Snowgoose 37 an ideal family cruiser.

The Corbin 39 is not as well known as it should be. It’s a capable bluewater sailboat cruiser with many impressive voyages logged. My Quetzal spent several weeks moored alongside a handsome 39 in Corfu that had sailed around the world, and I also spent a winter in Malta in the same boatyard as another 39 that had recently crossed the Atlantic. A canoe-stern, flush-deck pilothouse cutter, the 39 was offered with either an aft or center cockpit. Designed by Michael Dufour and constructed by Corbin les Bateaux in Canada, hull number one was launched in 1977. Built in various locations in Quebec, 129 boats were launched before a fire destroyed the deck tooling in 1982. A new deck with a larger cockpit was designed, and 70 more boats were laid up before production ceased in 1990.

The rub on the Corbin 39 is that the majority of boats were sold as kits with owner-­finished interiors. Kits varied from just hull-and-deck to “sailaway,” with everything fitted except the interior. Only 15 boats were finished at the factory. Not surprisingly, the interior quality is unpredictable, from rough-hewn lumberyard specials to beautifully handcrafted gems finished by marine professionals. The difference is reflected in the price. A nicely finished, well-equipped model from the mid-’80s typically sells for between $60,000 and $80,000.

The hull shape features a long fin keel and skeg-mounted rudder. The hulls are heavily laid up and include Airex coring. Early decks were plywood-cored, but most boats have Airex in the deck as well. Ballast is 9,000 pounds of internal lead, translating to a 40 percent ballast-to-displacement ratio. The wide flush deck is spacious, and the sleek pilothouse usually includes inside steering. Massive double anchor rollers are incorporated into the bowsprit in later models. Most boats include a double-­spreader spar, and almost all were set up as cutters. There’s plenty of freeboard, which becomes obvious below. While interior arrangements vary considerably, there’s a lot of room to work with. I prefer the post-1982 aft-cockpit 39s; they’re generally of a higher quality than earlier boats.

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Cabo Rico 38

“The Cabo Rico 38 hull shape is the one in which everything came together best,” wrote Bill Crealock in his design notes. He might have changed his mind later in life, considering that the Cabo Rico was introduced in 1977 and he designed many boats after that, but few will dispute that this 38-foot cutter, built in Costa Rica, is flat-out beautiful. From the clipper bow to the sweet sheer to the abundance of honey-colored teak, the Cabo Rico 38 is a boat to inspire the most practical among us to quit their job, buy this vessel, and head for the South Pacific.

Not surprisingly, many people have done just that. Cabo Rico built 200 full-keeled 38s, with most of the production occurring in the 1980s. There’s always a selection of boats for sale for less than $100,000. Cabo Rico was an outlier among manufacturers of the time, building serious cruising boats in Central America instead of Taiwan, but quality control was always excellent. The full keel is slightly cutaway, and the rudder is attached to the trailing edge. The prop is in an aperture and totally protected, but not well suited to backing into a slip. Full-keel boats may make some younger sailors cringe, but the CR 38 has a very soft ride in rough seas and heaves to effectively. It also has a solid fiberglass hull with a layer of balsa for insulation. Sometimes it’s noted that the hull is balsa-cored, but it’s not. After about hull number 40, lead was used instead of iron for internal ballast. The deck is balsa-cored, however, and there’s a substantial bulwark. Items to be wary of are the teak decks (most 38s have them) and the fittings supporting the bobstay.

A true cutter rig, the 38 has just under 1,000 square feet of working sail area and performs better than most people suspect. The staysail was originally set on a boom that cluttered the foredeck and limited sail shape. Many boats have been converted with furling staysails sans the boom — a nice upgrade. When the wind pipes up, the 38 tracks nicely with a reefed main and staysail. I encounter 38s all over the Caribbean. They’re easy to spot; they’re the beautiful boats in the anchorage.

Tayana Vancouver 42

Ta Yang, builder of Tayana sailboats, has been building capable cruising boats forever, it seems. The Robert Harris-designed Tayana Vancouver 42 has been a mainstay of the serious cruising fleet since the day it was launched in 1979, and is still in demand today. The company built 200 boats, mostly in the ’80s and early ’90s, although a few V42s were built into the 2000s. With a bit of digging and some haggling, you can find boats for less than $100,000, but they’re likely to be older models. As of this writing, yachtworld.com has eight V42s listed, with three asking less than $100,000.

I’ve encountered the V42 all over the world, and in my yacht-delivery days, I had the pleasure of delivering a couple of 42s up the East Coast and down to the Caribbean. The double-ended hull shape with a fin-skeg underbody is stiff and seaworthy, if not wickedly fast. Considering the rugged construction, with a solid fiberglass hull and balsa-cored deck, nobody has ever accused Ta Yang of going light on its boats. Ballast is internal iron, a massive single casting that weighs in at 11,800 pounds. Ta Yang has evolved as a builder, and later models included upgrades like vinylester resin and larger Yanmar diesels.

A true cutter, the V42 has a double-spreader rig and is heavily stayed. The seagoing deck is cambered to shed water. Teak decks, with all their virtues and vices, were common; I’d look for a boat that’s been de-teaked. Like the Corbin 39, the V42 came with either a center or aft cockpit, although most boats were aft-cockpit models. The aft cockpit is deep and secure, if a bit tight due to volume sacrificed by the canoe stern. The center cockpit is cramped but offers excellent visibility. The interior is lovely, with exquisite Taiwanese joinery. Although interior arrangements vary because Ta Yang encouraged owner input, across the board, this is a friendly boat for living aboard. The aft-cockpit model includes one head and a traditional layout with excellent light and ventilation. The center-­cockpit model features a large owner’s stateroom aft.

Wauquiez Pretorien 35

The Pretorien 35 does not pay homage to tradition. The Euro-style low-slung wedge deck and flattish lines were thoroughly modern when the Pretorien was launched in 1979. Sure, there are IOR influences in this well-proven Holman & Pye design, including a slightly pinched stern, cramped cockpit, and a high-aspect, short-boom mainsail that results in a large fore­triangle. But a small main is easy to handle offshore, especially in squally conditions, and a large poled-out furling genoa provides a low-stress way to cross oceans. The test of a design is revealed long after the launch, and the Pretorien has aged brilliantly. It’s often mistaken for a Swan or Baltic. Famed voyager and author Hal Roth chose a Pretorien for his last boat.

Below the water, which is what really matters at sea, the Pretorien pushes the right buttons for serious sailing. A fine entry provides enough of a forefoot to prevent pounding in lumpy conditions, and as on the Valiant 40, the fin keel incorporates a stub to which the external ballast is fastened. The rudder is mounted well aft for excellent steering control, especially on a deep reach, and is tucked behind a narrow but full-length skeg. The Pretorien displaces 13,000 pounds, of which 6,000 pounds is ballast, translating to a stiff, seakindly boat.

The construction is superb. The solid fiberglass hull includes longitudinal stringers that stiffen the panels and encapsulate the bulkheads. Tabbing and fiberglass work is first-rate throughout. Wauquiez was one of the first builders to use solid laminate beneath high-load deck fittings. The side decks are wide and, with the chainplates well inboard, easy to navigate. The interior arrangement is conventional, but ample beam amidships helps create a surprisingly spacious feel below.

There were 212 Pretoriens built during a seven-year production run, so there’s usually a good selection of boats on the used market. Today’s strong dollar makes European Pretoriens an excellent value.

– SHOW THEM HOW MUCH YOU CARE – Nothing says ‘I love you’ like making sure the kids’ life jackets are snugged up and properly buckled. Safety Tip Provided by the U.S. Coast Guard

Gulfstar 44

Gulfstar had a terrible reputation in the early ’70s: It was infamous for producing wide-body motorsailers with tiny rigs and chintzy Formica interiors. Company founder Vince Lazzara was adept at reading market trends and upped his game in the late ’70s and ’80s. Lazzara, who also founded Columbia Yachts, was a veteran of the production-­sailboat wars and realized that buyers were demanding high-quality boats that sailed well. The Gulfstar 44 was launched in 1978, and 105 were sold before the company started producing the Hirsh 45 in 1985.

Some mistake the G44 for a Bristol, and it has a similar profile, right down to the teak toerail and raked cabin trunk. A sleek center-­cockpit design, the hull shape features a 5-foot-6-inch fin keel, a skeg-hung rudder and moderate proportions. I know the boat well, having delivered one from Bermuda to Annapolis and another from Fort Lauderdale to Boston. It has a nice ride in lumpy seas and powers up when the big genoa is drawing on a reach. The construction is typical of the time, with solid fiberglass hulls and cored decks. Gulfstars were known to blister, and it’s likely that any 44 you find will have had an epoxy bottom job along the way — and if it hasn’t, it will need one. The keel-stepped spar has an air draft of 55 feet. Some owners have modified the sloop rig with a staysail. The cockpit is roomy, especially for a center-cockpit design, although there’s not much of a bridgedeck. All sail controls are led aft. Lazzara was an early proponent of this feature, and the boat is user-friendly overall.

The interior sells the boat. It’s nicely finished in teak, and the layout is made for living aboard. The aft cabin includes an enormous double berth with an en suite head and stall shower. The main saloon is spacious and well ventilated, although beware of the plastic opening portlights. If you are looking for a comfortable, well-built center-cockpit cruiser but can’t find one that you can afford, track down a Gulfstar 44; you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

Any list of bluewater cruising sailboats must include a Robert Perry design. I could have easily put together nine Perry boats for this list. The Nordic 40 may surprise some, especially because 40 feet is an iconic length, bringing to mind such boats as the Valiant 40, Hinckley Bermuda 40, Bristol 40, Pacific Seacraft 40, Passport 40 and others. The trick is finding a 40-footer for less than $100,000. Nonetheless, the Nordic 40 and its larger sister ship, the 44, are among my favorite boats.

Based in Bellingham, Washington, Nordic produced world-class yachts during its brief production run in the 1980s. Only 40 Nordic 40s were launched between 1982 and 1987, but they’re worth seeking out on the used-boat market. The 40 features the classic double-ended Perry hull shape, with a fine entry, a deep and powerful fin keel, a skeg-mounted rudder positioned well aft, and a reverse transom. Freeboard is moderate and the sheer line is subtle, but to my eye, with its double-spreader rig and gently sloping deck line, the boat is poetry in the water.

The hull is solid fiberglass and the deck is balsa-cored, with solid laminates below loaded-up deck fittings. Original boats came with Navtec rod rigging and a hydraulic backstay, but many have been upgraded by now. Sail-control lines are led aft to the compact but functional T-shaped cockpit. The traveler is forward of the companionway, allowing for a cockpit dodger. The Nordic 40 is nimble in light to moderate breeze but can also stand up in a blow and heave to decently.

The interior is well suited to a cruising couple. It’s really a two-person boat, with a V-berth forward and large C-shaped galley aft, with plenty of counter space and a huge fridge. It includes the normal deft Perry touches — excellent sea berths, a separate stall shower and generous tankage. If you do find a Nordic 40 on the used market, be sure to take a hard look at the Westerbeke diesel and the V-drive transmission.

Pacific Seacraft 34

A handsome, nimble and capable double-ender by legendary designer Bill Crealock, the Pacific Seacraft 34 is well proven, with scores of ocean crossings in its wake.

After the boat was first launched as the Crealock 34 in 1979, Pacific Seacraft introduced a fifth model years later, a scaled-down version of the popular PS 37. Though expensive at the time, the 34 was another success story for one of America’s premier builders, and hundreds of boats were built in the company’s yard in Santa Ana, California. There is always a good selection of used boats available for less than $100,000. Another nice perk for used-boat buyers is that the 34 is back in production at the reincarnated Pacific Seacraft yard in Washington, North Carolina, providing an outlet for parts and advice. The company is now owned and operated by marine archaeologist Stephen Brodie and his father, Reid.

The 34 blends traditional values above the waterline with what was then a more modern underbody, with a long fin keel and skeg-hung rudder. A bit hefty at 13,500 pounds of displacement, the design otherwise is a study in moderation, and drawn with a keen eye toward providing a soft ride in a seaway and staying on good terms with Neptune in a blow.

The hull is solid fiberglass, and early decks were plywood-­cored before Pacific switched to end-grain balsa. The hull-to-deck joint incorporates a molded bulwark that offers added security when you’re moving about on deck, and a vertical surface for mounting stanchions.

Most 34s are cutter-rigged for versatility but carry moderate-­size genoas instead of high-cut yankees for more horsepower off the wind. Down below, the layout is traditional, but the 6-foot-4-inch headroom is a pleasant surprise. The Pacific Seacraft 34 is perfect for a cruising couple.

John Kretschmer is a delivery captain, adventurer and writer, whose own boat Quetzal , a 1987 Kaufman 47, has seen a refit or two over the years. His latest book is Sailing a Serious Ocean: Sailboats, Storms, Stories and Lessons Learned from 30 Years at Sea , also available on his website .

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14 Easy Steps To Pricing A Sailboat (Complete Guide)

Whether you’re buying a new or used sailboat, determining its value can seem tough at first. 

However, once you learn what to look for, the process becomes much easier.

In this boat value guide for sailboats, we’ll go over everything you need to know to get a better understanding of a sailboat’s value:

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14 Things to Check On a Used Sailboat:

There are many different items that you’ll want to check on a boat before making a value assessment.

We went over many things to check in our complete 19-step guide on how to value boats (You need to check this post first, as this article builds on top of it!

However, some items are specific to sailboats that you’ll want to consider. 

We’ll use the rest of this post to talk about these items.

1. The Keel Must Be In Good Shape

A keel on a sailboat is the long flat blade built into the bottom of the boat’s hull.  This component is critical because it helps to keep the boat from slipping downwind and blowing over on its side.  Without a keel, a sailboat might easily capsize.

Unfortunately, sailboat keels can easily be damaged in shallow waters.  Keels are the lowest parts of the boat, and they are most likely to hit the ground first.

On top of this, they are harder to examine because you actually have to go under the boat to look at them.  If the boat is up on a trailer, you’ll definitely want to go underneath so that you can get a close look at the keel before placing a value on the boat .

If the boat is in the water, you would typically hire a marine surveyor who would want the boat to be hauled up to look at it.

Alternatively, you may be able to use a camera or get into the water yourself to look at it.

You’ll want to watch out for cracks, pits, holes, and corrosion on the keel.  If the keel has any damage on it, you’ll want to get it evaluated by a qualified person and possibly repaired before you set sail.

2. The Chain Plates Are Important To Check

Chainplates are used to anchor the mast’s rigging.

They are a crucial yet often overlooked part of a sailboat.  These plates are made from stainless steel, but they can corrode over time.  This is especially true if the boat is being sailed on saltwater .

Unfortunately, chainplates can sometimes be partially located below the deck, so they can be difficult to inspect.  Make sure you do not forget to inspect these items, or you’ll end up in big trouble out on the water.

Also, make sure you inspect the decking around the chainplate areas.

If the decking that the chainplate is connected to has gotten soft, you’ll need to replace it right away.

If you find your chainplates have to be replaced, you might have to get a fabricator to replace them.  This is especially true with older boats, and it can make replacing them both inconvenient and expensive.

Find a boat that needs its chainplates replaced, and you’ll definitely want to reduce the value of the boat before making your offer.

3. The Tiller or Wheel Helm

Boat tillers and wheel helms are what you use to steer a sailboat.  This is a critical part of the boat, and luckily it isn’t tough to inspect.

Start by checking to see if the wheel or tiller moves smoothly.  If it feels “spongy,” then you’ll know you have a problem, and you’ll want to pay special attention to this item.

Next, check to make sure the steering cable is in good condition.

If there is any fraying, sharp bends, or other abnormalities, it may need to be replaced.

After this, you’ll want to give the rudder an inspection.  Many steering failures occur because the rudder gets damaged.  You can check the exterior for cracks, and you can check the tiller post to make sure the bearings are in good shape.

You can do this by having someone move the rudder while standing near it to see if the rudder moves smoothly.  You can also check to make sure the bearing supports are in good order while you’re down there as well.  Checking for excessive play in the rudder post is a good idea.

If anything happens to the steering system while you’re out at sea, you won’t be able to repair it until you get to land.  For this reason, you’ll want to fix any issues with the steering system right away, so you must consider this when assessing the sailboat’s value.

4. The Pushpits, Stanchions, and Pulpits

A boat’s pushpit is the railing at the stern of the boat.  The pulpit is the railing at the bow of the boat.  The stanchions are the metal posts that support the lifelines between the pushpit and the bow pulpit. 

These railing can become loose over time.  This might not be a big deal, as they may need to be tightened.

However, a loose pushpit, stanchion, or pulpit requires further consideration.  Are the railings loose, or is the decking just soft underneath the railing?  Are the railings corroded?  Check the lifelines, too.  If they show signs of rust or fraying, they will need to be replaced soon.

If the decking is soft underneath the railings, you may have a deck issue rather than a pushpit or pulpit issue.  If the railing is corroded, you may have to get them reconditioned or have to get a new railing system altogether.

5. Soft Decks May Have Issues

A soft deck is an issue on motorboats as well as sailboats.  However, sailboat decks need to support higher loads from the mast and rigging, so they are even more important. 

For this reason, the deck needs to be in great shape before you set sail.

Imagine bracing your feet during a turn and having your foot go right through the deck.  You’d end up injured, and your boats rigging or even the mast could break. 

Be especially careful when checking the decks of sailboats, and use your hands and feet to look out for soft spots on the deck.  If the soft spots are in areas around chainplates, railings, or other hardware pieces, fixing them may cost more money than repairing soft spots in open spaces. 

Soft spots in the deck will severely reduce the value of a sailboat.

6. Inspect The Sails Thoroughly

When properly cared for, sails can last a long time.  Poorly cared for sails, on the other hand, will not last long at all.

This means you’ll have to do a thorough inspection of the sails even when you buy a sailboat that is only a few years old.

You’ll want to check for rips and tears in the sails.  You should also check for damage caused by UV radiation from the sun at locations that have not been covered.  

This is especially important at the seams of the sail.  Other items to check are the sail windows, the grommets, the leech lines, batten pockets, and tell tails.

Just because a sail has some issues does not mean it will need to be fully replaced.  It’s important to note each issue you find so that you can determine the condition of each particular sail.  

Obviously, a sailboat that needs sail repairs or a full replacement of the sails will be valued much lower than a boat with pristine sails.

7. Examine The Sail Rigging

Your sails won’t be very useful if the rigging isn’t in good shape.  Most people start at the deck to ensure that the deck’s fittings are all in good shape.

Areas to consider are the areas around the shrouds and chainplates.

Check the stays and roller furling as well.  It is recommended for boats used regularly that the standing wire rigging be replaced by the age of 20 years.  If you can feel sharp edges on the wires or see signs of fraying, they should be replaced.  

8. How To Check The Mast

The mast can have issues at the bottom where it connects to a soft deck.  It can also have issues end to end.  Issues such as cracks, holes, or loose hardware can become an issue.

The goosenecks are the hardware that connects the boom to the mast, so you’ll want to check this as well.

It would be best if you inspected the boom and the mast to make sure that it does not have any damage to it.  Also, check it for loose fittings as well.

You’ll want to look at all the related rigging.  Areas like the mainsheet and traveler are critical components that may need to be replaced or fabricated on older boats.  Any time you buy an older boat, you’ll have to consider the fabrication of parts.

Fabrication can get expensive fast, so you must make large adjustments to the boat’s value when you find parts that have to be fabricated to be replaced.

In fact, even if the parts are all in working order, you might still want to consider this as the parts may need to be replaced eventually.

6 Things to Consider When Comparing Sailboats:

When comparing both new and used sailboats, there are a few areas you’ll want to consider.

These areas are the:

• Displacement
• Ballast Weight

We’ll explain it all in detail below!

1. LOA (Length Overall)

The term LOA stands for “length overall.”  This is the boat’s total length, which measures the boat’s longest part from bow to stern.

The LOA is the length that boat manufacturers and sellers will list in their sale listings.

This length is important when you’re considering docking, storing, or trailering a sailboat.  When you’re at a dock or in storage, you’ll be charged based on this length.

For example, if the dock is charging monthly dock fees of $15.00 a foot and you have an LOA of 20 feet, you’ll be charged $300.00 a month to dock your boat.

When trailering, you’ll have to consider this length as well.  This is because your trailer will need to be long enough to accommodate the boat’s total length, even if a good portion of it doesn’t actually sit on the trailer.

Unfortunately, this length doesn’t paint the full picture, as a boat can have a long LOA without having much room to move around on deck.  For that, you’ll have to look at the LOD or length of the deck.  This number isn’t always stated, so you might have to bring a tape measure with you on your search.

A boat with a longer LOA is often more valuable than a boat with a shorter LOA.

2. LWL (Length at Waterline)

This is measured by determining how much of the boat actually sits at the waterline and measuring that length. 

This number is usually shorter than the LOA as the bow, and even the stern may extend further than this length.

This measurement can change based on how much weight is loaded into the boat.  Manufacturers will state the length that is achieved when the boat is under a default load condition.  Your LWL will probably be longer as you’ll have passengers and gear in the boat when you’re using it.

All-things-equal, a sailboat with a longer LWL will usually be faster than one with a shorter LWL.  This is true of typical displacement type sailboat hulls, but not for planing hulls (usually have centerboards but not deep keels.)  

Just keep in mind that all things are rarely equal, so you’ll have to consider other factors as well when determining boat speeds.  For example, the displacement of a boat may also affect its speed.  And multihull boats, like catamarans, are usually faster than traditional monohulls.

Boats with a higher LWL are often more valuable than boats with a lower LWL.

3. Beam (The Width)

The beam of a sailboat is its width.  This is measured at the widest part of the boat above the waterline. 

You’ll find this number to be important when docking, storing, and trailering as well.  While most docks charge by the boat’s length, the width plays a factor because some docks won’t be wide enough to accommodate some boats’ beam.

For example, a catamaran usually has a much wider beam than a traditional sailboat.  For this reason, most catamarans will have to be docked at the end of a dock.

If trailering in the United States, a person will want a sailboat that has a beam that is less than 8.5 feet.  This is because this is the maximum legal width for traveling on the highways.

When determining a boat’s dollar value, you might consider a boat with a wider beam to be more valuable than one with a more narrow beam.  They also generally have more room on the deck and in the cabin.

The draft of a sailboat is the distance measured from the waterline down to the boat’s bottom.  Boats with deeper drafts are usually better at handling rough waters and higher waves.

However, a boat with a deeper draft will run aground more easily in shallow waters, so your navigation skills will be more important.

This is because a deeper draft hull and keel need more water, or they will hit bottom.

The draft of a boat might be deeper depending on how much weight is loaded into the boat.  When a manufacturer measures the draft, they do so by measuring it under its expected use.  This means the boat will be normally loaded and sitting still.

People looking for deep-water sailing boats will value a boat with a deep draft higher than ones with a low draft.  Others, looking for boats to go into shallow waters, might value a boat higher with a low draft.

This being said, non-catamaran sailboats are usually more expensive when they have deeper drafts, as this means they either have a deeper hull or are heavier.  Catamarans can be more expensive than monohull sailboats because they need to be stronger and are more difficult to build.

5. Displacement

The boat’s displacement is the water volume that a boat displaces as it sits in the water.  It is typically measured under its design load for passengers and full tanks.  

A boat with a larger displacement will move more smoothly through the water.  This can be especially important when traveling through rough waters.

Boats with lower displacements can sail faster if they can plane, but they won’t handle as well in rough waters.  A sailboat’s value with a displacement hull will be higher if the boat’s displacement is higher.

6. Ballast Weight

Ballast weight is an additional weight added to the bottom of the keel to give it more stability. 

Many materials can be used for ballast, and usually, it is enclosed in the molded keel.  That means it cannot be inspected, but there is usually data available about the boat’s construction if this is important. 

Sometimes the ballast is in the form of water in a tank built into the hull.  These types of boats are lighter to trailers when the water in the ballast tank drains out.   

Overall, a higher ballast weight is generally more stable than less weight.  However, for the boat’s same size, a heavier ballast weight will probably make the boat sail slower through the water.

For this reason, cruisers might value a boat with a high ballast weight higher.  A person buying a sailboat for racing might rate a boat with a high ballast weight lower.

Final Thoughts

Determining the value of a sailboat can be hard work, but it can save you a lot of money, time, and frustration in the future. 

Be sure to thoroughly go over every sailboat component you buy before you make any final offers. 

Comparing the features and conditions of different boats can help you make a purchase decision.

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10 Tips When Buying A Used Sailboat

For those who love the ride the waves in comfort, getting the right new sailboat (or a used sailboat) is big piece of luxurious property to own and it can all be yours thanks to these best boat loan rates , which will get you the boat you’ve always wanted! When in the market to buy one, sailors need to know how much they can spend, what are the needs, and to know the boat is will retain its value when it is time to sell it.

Even with the custom designs, a boat cannot be assumed as better than a traditional design. Here are ten tips to have when it comes to looking into used boats for sale and knowing what to see in a used boat primarily for different styles, from high-tech racers to traditional wooden-carved schooners.

First, know the 30:70 rule, which the builder makes 30 percent of the boat and buys 70 percent from manufacturers, making the price go up more. This rule explains high rates of depreciation, usually 50 percent after the 10 years and 75 percent after 20 years. Note this based on how old the boat is.

Second, calculate total acquisition costs which includes any refitting, taxes, and other fees besides the value of the sailboat itself. Buyers forget about having money to maintain it after it is bought.

That is the third rule: having more money afterward when it comes to renovations with the engine, the mast, rigging, and any part of the body that may be corroding.

Tip 4: remember to keep looking at the engine. It could be connected to tip 3, but the engine itself is an important part of the boat. The engine will need, based on how often it is used and how much power it contains, to be rebuilt or completely changed with a new one.

Fifth, note the size of the boat and how much you want and need. A forty-footer will have double the volume of a thirty-footer, but look at the waterline length because the size allows more storage and accommodations and longer boats maybe sail faster and smoother. If you’re planning on getting a larger boat, you need to inform the storage Coffs Harbour, self storage Macksville to ensure they have availability to take the larger vessel.

Bigger boats also means more people and longer voyages. Within the boat, the nucleus of the place is, of course, the cockpit, and controlling the cockpit easily should always be calculated when buying one because of its controls, comfort in handling the wheel, and other viewing line when looking ahead.

A boat should bring peace and happiness when sailing the open waters. It should be used regularly and with passion. Boats are toys that need to be polished and cared for. Otherwise, you’re just wasting money.

The next two tips are to know the design you want and consider what the boat can do when used offshore, especially for overnight trips. Learn boat’s history, speak to owners of similar boats, and reach out to clubs with these models for valuable information.

For the long cruises, see how sleeping accommodations works, the size of the saloon and galley, and, as much as a regular home, the toilet. Look at the toilet because there will usually just be one (maybe you luck out on two) and you don’t want it to malfunction.

Then, there is safety. A life raft, life-jackets, Pontoon Ladders (for docking and boarding), fire extinguisher, portable radio; have a backup plan when an emergency takes place with the boat. Look if the boat has those things or if there are any other exit routes.

The last tip to buying a boat is simple: when in doubt, walk away. If the boat doesn’t grab you 100%, it’s not it. You may have the money, but if there’s one or two things above that brings doubt, just look for another boat. The same thing when it comes to buying a home and a car.

Read also: 10 used sailboats we love

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12 Tips For Restoring an Old Boat: Costs, Time, And Expert Advice

Looking at restoring an old boat chris mccall shares his expert advice..

So, you’re thinking of buying an old boat and bringing her back to her former glory? Awesome! Get ready for hard work and frustration culminating in an ultra-rewarding experience.

Buying and refitting an old sailboat is totally worth it! You won’t build a ton of equity in the boat, but you will know every square inch of that vessel, and the skills you gain will be invaluable.

My wife and I just finished the three-year refit of our 1972 Nauticat 38, Drifter, and now live aboard in Portland Oregon. As soon as the weather cooperates, we plan to take him (Yep, Drifter’s a fella) south and begin cruising full-time.

Feel free to check out our progress along the way and the results of our labor; you can find us on YouTube at YouTube.com/SailingAdrift

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Here are my top tips to help with your refit. Most I followed; some I wish I would have.

During The Buying Process

Get one of the best knives for sailing

Before you buy your perfect renovation project boat, here are a few tips to follow so you don’t fall short at the first hurdle.

#1 Know what you’re getting into

Refitting a boat is not an easy undertaking, and the single biggest thing keeping you from success is your tenacity to see it through. There are so many boats for sale, half-finished, because the undertaking was a lot more than their owners predicted. So….

#2 Plan, Plan, Plan.

This post is a great place to start. Start taking notes and tour as many boats as you can to gather ideas.

Talk to people that know. Read books. Read articles. Watch YouTube refit videos. Join social media groups focusing on refits, interior design, electrical systems, electronics, and boat makes you’re interested in.

I know the excitement is high but take a beat and make sure you make a logic driven decision based on research. There will be time to fall in love later.

#3 Make a core list of what you want from restoring an old boat

List the makes, lengths, characteristics, and price range and stick to it.

Then make a list of “nice to haves” and look for boats that have as many as you can find. If you go in with a clear understanding of what you want, and the deal breakers associated, it’s much easier to make a smart decision.

#4 Let someone else take the depreciation if you can

If you’re going to be refitting, you’ll be taking on plenty of depreciation as soon as you start installing your new electronics, appliances, and equipment, so minimize it by finding a boat where the previous owner has installed as much of this stuff as possible.

New engine? Awesome! Just upgraded all the navigation equipment? Great. New refrigeration unit? That helps. Let the last guy take the hit for 50 cents on the dollar.

Wondering how much sailboats cost ? Get a rough idea here.

#5 Buy cheap and pay cash if you can

Boats are not like houses. There isn’t nearly as much competition for boats that need a fair bit of work, because you won’t build a bunch of equity refitting like you would flipping a home.

Don’t expect to save tons of money refitting the boat yourself. You may save yourself a little but the real value is in the knowledge of the vessel and the skills you’ll gain.

So be ready to offer significantly less than asking, and don’t be surprised if they take it.

#6 Include a survey contingency and evaluate your prospective project from top to bottom

Do you have to hire a surveyor? No. But if you don’t, get ready to learn all you can about the process, and go over every square inch.

Know someone super knowledgeable you can ask to help? DO IT! Do not be afraid to walk away. Getting attached leads to bad decisions.

Now That You’ve Got Your Boat Restoration Project

So you’ve found your dream boat (to be!) Here are the next steps in restoring an old boat.

#7 Create a conservative budget

Take your number and pad it by 30%. It is all too easy to let costs get out of hand. Do your homework. The more knowledge that goes into that budget, the less costs will surprise you. Front end work pays huge dividends.

#8 Come up with an educated guess at the timeline in total work hours

And then multiply it by 4 (If you know someone who does this work a lot, take their estimate and double it; they are faster than you)!

Then break it down into phases to make the overall project less daunting. Tracking your working time in hours keeps focus and doesn’t punish you for life getting in the way.

I made a game of it by tracking my active work-on-the-boat time in hours with an app called Toggl. If you’re at all competitive, this really pushes you to keep getting out there to beat your weekly and monthly bests. Celebrate the small victories; don’t punish the shortcomings.

#9 Build in expandability, especially in your electoral system (think battery space)

Make sure you have spare breakers on your panel and room in your conduits. Always install pull strings. No one in the 70s could have imagined the electrical needs of the modern boat, so don’t make the same mistake.

Future you will thank you.

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#10 Experiment with clever ideas for maximizing your space

Keep what works. Tweak what needs adjusting. And scrap the flops. This is your opportunity to get creative. Test your original ideas.

Copy what others have done on their boats and modify what you find when researching tiny living and RV sources. Sometimes building a custom solution is the right way to go, but they often don’t work as expected.

If a production solution is available, it may cost slightly more but will save you more in time and headache.

As an example, we built our own propane alarm and on/off solenoid because the commercially available one seemed so expensive (and I thought it was ugly).

Finding all the components took hours and hours, and when I had collected them all, I’d only saved about 25%. Installing everything, and getting the sniffer, switches, and solenoid to all work together, was a huge headache. If I could do it all again, I’d just buy that ugly thing.

#11 Stick with it

The paradox of a major boat refit is that with little exception, every job sucks. Some suck a lot. You’ll have your head below your ass, sanding for hours, crammed in a tiny locker, but the satisfaction you’ll feel at the end of the day makes it all worthwhile.

Over the weeks and months of our old sailboat restoration, I experienced periods of high motivation where working on the boat was the only thing I wanted to do.

Things like eating, sleeping, and my day job just got in the way.

Other times, making myself get out there was like getting a 6-year-old to eat peas: damn near impossible. Motivational ebb and flow is a natural part of any long undertaking, but you have to push through it and keep going.

Don’t be another person selling a partially refitted boat. STICK WITH IT!

#12 Use perfection as the unachievable goal that it is

Instead, focus on safety and functionality. The goal is to get out there and enjoy your hard work, not worry away over every imperfection. You’re the only one that will notice anyway.

You’re never going to actually finish the boat refit; there will always be items on the to-do list. Once she’s fully functional and safe, go enjoy her. You can work on the never-ending list as you go.

Refitting Drifter was one of the single most rewarding undertakings I’ve ever done.

We live aboard, so every day I’m surrounded by the fruits of our labor. While there are flaws, the good far exceeds the bad. I know every system, and every nook and cranny. Get out there and find your opportunity. In the end, you’ll be so glad that you did!

Conclusion: Tips For Restoring an Old Boat

If you’re lucky enough to find an old boat that’s still in good shape, then you’re well on your way to having a great time out on the water. With just a little bit of elbow grease and know-how, you can have your boat sailing like new again.

Thanks for reading and we hope these tips helped!

Wondering what it’s like to live on a boat on land in a boatyard? Give this article a read to prepare you!

Chris and his wife Kelly bought their 1972 Nauticat 38 in April of 2017, and in May of 2019 went full steam ahead with an extensive refit in the driveway of their home in Portland OR.

They splashed and christened Drifter in the summer of 2022 and moved aboard full-time that September.

They are awaiting a weather window to tackle the wild west coast of the United States and begin cruising full-time starting with Mexico and Central America with the intent of continuing west.

Find their whole refit adventure documented along the way at YouTube.com/SailingAdrift. Feel free to contact them directly with any thoughts and questions through their website: www.SailingAdrift.com or by emailing [email protected]

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What you need to know before you buy a sailboat - five steps to prepare for the reality of boat ownership.

Are you new to sailing and already dreaming about buying your first boat? There’s something so alluring and romantic about the idea of buying a boat, cutting the dock lines, and sailing away. This powerful allure is the fuel for a sailing industry that thrives in spite of sailing being perhaps the most impractical mode of transportation that exists in modern times. The idea of sailing is so alluring, in fact, that we often hear about people buying boats and simply casting off, not letting a lack of experience stand in their way. 

On one hand, we are impressed by their chutzpah  and we root for them. On the other hand, we know that the reality of boat ownership will catch up with many of these starry-eyed newbies sooner or later, who may end up walking away (or running) and selling their boat for much less than was invested in its original purchase, repairs, maintenance, cleaning, berthing, insurance, and upgrades.

The truth is that unless you’re financially very comfortable and can afford to pay others to take care of the grittiest aspects, buying a boat can be in some ways like having a baby – it’s a huge responsibility! All those who come aboard your boat are putting their lives into your hands. Boat ownership can be messy, expensive, risky, stressful, exhausting, and will test your patience. The immaterial rewards can be immeasurable and well-worth these challenges – otherwise we wouldn’t pursue this nonsensical endeavor with such ineffable devotion! (A difference between boat ownership and parenthood is that your child won’t ever leave you in the sea to drown. Or so one would hope!)

Many of us who work for Modern Sailing are, or were at one time, boat owners ourselves, or are directly involved in the care of our fleet, so we have some perspective to offer on this subject. We are dreamers too and nothing thrills us more than aiding and witnessing others making their own sailing dreams come true. Our intention is never to scare you away from your big dream, but as a sailing school, one of our core motives is to help others prepare for the real risks and challenges that come with those cherished dreams. We hope you’ll find this article helpful as you prepare to buy a boat of your own.

1. Learn to Sail Before You Buy a Sailboat 2, Learn What Kind of Sailing You Love to Do 3. Learn About Your Preferred Boat Features and Designs 4. Learn About Sailboat Maintenance, Repair, and Troubleshooting 5. Connect to Community to Support Your Goals 6. How Long Does This Process Take? 7. Need Some Advice?

1. Learn to Sail Before You Buy a Sailboat

There’s a huge learning curve involved both with sailing and with boat ownership. Combining the two at the same time can be a recipe for overwhelm. We often hear stories about intrepid souls with little to no sailing experience who buy a sailboat, read books and watch videos to learn how to sail, and figure out how to repair and maintain the boat’s myriad systems along the way. Some have risen to this challenge, and while we are mightily impressed, we don’t recommend it for everyone! We’ve also heard many stories about some of those intrepid souls who eventually discovered that they, their significant other, or their child(ren) actually hate sailing. Or, they realized that owning a boat costs more in terms of time and money than they can afford. Or worse, their lack of experience led to disaster. The reasons sailors bail out of boat ownership are many and can often be avoided with smart planning and preparation.

We recommend to not start everything all at once. A rational, phased-in approach to your sailing dream will invite enough of the rewards to keep you emotionally invested through the challenges as they come.

Start by not only learning to sail, but by learning whether you and anyone you hope to involve actually enjoy the kind of sailing you dream of doing. Take some sailing lessons, join a sailing club, and expose yourself to as many weather conditions as you possibly can – preferably on OPBs (other people’s boats). In the process, you’ll find out how much you actually enjoy sailing and how well you can tolerate it when conditions are less than ideal.

Some might say they don’t want to waste the time and money on sailing lessons. But, considering that those who come aboard your boat are putting their lives in your hands, and anyone attempting to rescue you from a serious mistake may be putting their life on the line too, we tend to think the investment in lessons is well worth it. Also, you’ll learn the common language for boat parts, lines, and maneuvers, which will make you a better crewmate and a more effective skipper and leader for your own crew someday.

While you’re learning to sail, you’ll be very safe with a US Coast Guard licensed captain as your guide. Experienced instructors know a lot about what can go wrong on a boat, and how to prevent, troubleshoot, and manage problems as they arise. A good sailing instructor will allow you to make minor mistakes as a natural part of the learning process, but will quickly step in to prevent errors that could lead to injury or damage. There isn’t one sailor or instructor on the planet who knows everything about sailing, but the more people you sail with and the more often you sail, the more you will learn, and the better you’ll be prepared.

This level of preparation is worth every penny and every minute, and then some. You are laying a solid foundation of safety and seamanship that will serve you well and contribute to your enjoyment of sailing over the years. Eventually you can even become a valued mentor and the dollars you invested in the beginning will also contribute a legacy of sailing enjoyment for many others.

As you progress in your sailing education, if it turns out you feel less enthusiastic about the realities than you first imagined, you will only be out the cost of lessons and not the cost of an entire boat plus everything you spent on it after buying it. If you enjoy sailing but decide to downsize your goals, you can always continue sailing on OPBs as a member of a sailing club, racing team, or social group. 

2. Learn What Kind of Sailing You Love to Do

There are many types of sailboats built for different purposes and waterways, and to know which type is right for you, you’ll need to find out the answers to these questions:

• What kind of sailing do you love to do? Are you interested in performance sailing and racing, casual day sailing, extended cruising, or maybe all three?
• Will you stick to sheltered inland waters or do you want to explore the coast? Will you ever want to cross an ocean?
• What is the biggest sailing goal that you hope to achieve with your boat?

To explore these questions, join a race clinic and try out racing . Go on a few overnight and multi-day charters in the Bay. Join a Pacific Coast Expedition  or a Global Destinations Flotilla to get a feel for the ocean. Once you have your ASA 104 certification, take your closest companions on a bareboat sailing charter somewhere exotic and beautiful for a taste of the cruising lifestyle. These are the best ways to find out what kind of sailing you love to do – and therefore what type of sailboat will be best for you.

With prudent weather planning, just about any kind of sailboat is up for the job of crossing an ocean, so we won’t delve into the topic of bluewater boats versus coastal cruisers. However, know that due to weight, ballast, and hull shape, some boats' motion will be more comfortable in a seaway than others. Simply know that it takes time to learn about all the different sailboat models, configurations, and builds, and which are ideal for which purposes.

Take the time to learn what kind of sailor you are so you will know what kind of sailboat you want. There’s also nothing wrong with starting with a boat that’s not well-suited for your biggest sailing goal, as long as you understand and intend before you sign on the dotted line that that this will be your “stepping stone” boat.

3. Learn About Your Preferred Boat Features and Designs

In-mast furling mainsail or lazy jacks and stack pack? Dual helm or single? Monohull or catamaran? Pullman berth or centerline? In-line or U-shaped galley? Do all lines lead to the cockpit, or will crew need to go the mast? The possible configurations of boat features are endless. How will you know what your preferences are until you have sailed a variety of boats and experienced for yourself?

This is one of the best advantages of membership with a sailing school or club. You’ll get to try out a wide variety of boats and learn what features and layouts you like and dislike. This will greatly help inform a wise choice of boat for your purchase.

Take your time learning about different sailboat types and designs. One fun way to learn is to simply hop onto YachtWorld.com and look at boats in your price range. When you see something that catches your interest, do some Internet research on the model. Look for a model “owners’ forum” to see what kind of sailing the model’s owners do and what kinds of common complaints they may have. You’ll learn a lot about boat models on the market this way. When you’re seriously shopping for a boat, you’ll know more about what you’re looking for and what you'd prefer to avoid.

4. Learn About Sailboat Maintenance, Repair, and Troubleshooting

There are thousands of parts and pieces on a sailboat, and all of them are continually embattled by the sun, wind, and saltwater. Only your constant care will keep your boat shiny, safe, and seaworthy.

You may have heard some of these bleak euphemisms about boat ownership:

• "BOAT stands for Break Out Another Thousand."
• "A boat is a hole in the water that you pour your money into."
• "Cruising is mostly just repairing boats in exotic places."
• "The two best days in a boat owner’s life: the day you buy the boat and the day you sell it."

As you learn to sail with others, you will inherently begin to learn about some of the common (and uncommon) problems that crop up on sailboats. In the process, you will begin learning from your instructor(s) and fellow sailors about boat systems and how to keep them running. 

In addition to the mechanical skills you’ll need to develop for self-sufficiency on the water, be prepared for the costs. It’s a common belief that a boat’s annual maintenance and repairs will cost 10-20% its purchase price – every year. Sometimes it ends up being less than that, sometimes more. Our advice is to always budget for more.

For example, the standing rigging will need to be replaced every 10 to 15 years, and depending on the size of the boat, it can cost $2,000 to $20,000 or more. (Costs increase exponentially with every foot of length.) If you buy an older $20,000 boat and the engine croaks, you can wind up spending another $10-15k or more on a repower alone. An unfortunate incident like wrapping a line around a propeller or a grounding can cost thousands to repair. That’s only three small examples of the countless costly repairs that boats can need. (At Modern, we’ve seen it all!) Don’t forget about the costs of berthing and insurance too.

Don’t let all this scare you off, but give you pause to slow down. Strategize your sailing goals carefully. When you are prepared for the costs and technical challenges, it’s possible to own a boat and go cruising even on a shoestring budget.

There are also alternatives that can help minimize the costs of boat ownership. Sharing ownership (partnership) is one alternative, but ensure you have a legally enforceable agreement with someone you mutually like, respect, and trust. 

Placing your boat in a charter fleet under a Yacht Management Services agreement can help ease the burdens of ownership substantially. When you are not sailing your boat, vetted sailors can pay the charter company to sail her, and you will receive a share of the revenue to help offset the costs. The charter company will also manage the details of berthing, cleaning, maintenance, etc. A disadvantage is that it might not be easy to go sailing spontaneously. You'll have to place an advance reservation on your boat if you want to take her out. Other than that, keeping your boat in a charter fleet means that she will contribute to the learning and enjoyment of others while helping to earn her keep. 

5. Connect to Community to Support Your Goals

There’s an international maritime rule that requires all mariners to give aid to other mariners in distress, as long as doing so doesn’t jeopardize their own vessel and crew. And as diverse a community as we are, those who are drawn or addicted to sailing automatically share something compelling in common. Stemming from this rule and our shared passion is a general spirit of helpfulness and supportiveness among sailors.

If you jump right in and buy a boat, chances are you will soon connect with a neighbor or neighbors in your marina. Favorite topics of conversation among boat owners is about their biggest mistakes (and commonly other people's mistakes) and their boat’s most vexing issues, so it’s quite possible to pick up knowledge just by talking to other boat owners. Not all, but some sailors will even volunteer to come to your boat and help you troubleshoot. You’ll find this spirit of comraderie and helpfulness in marinas, yacht clubs, anchorages, and seaways worldwide.

A sailing school that is also a charter club offers more than just sailing lessons and certifications. It provides ample opportunities for sailors to practice and learn with and from each other. If you sail frequently, your skills, confidence, and community will grow quickly. Using social sailing forums and tools like the GoSailing app  and attending sailing seminars and workshops, boat shows, and other social events for sailors like Latitude 38’s Crew List Party can also help you get connected. Modern Sailing’s weekly newsletter email also helps keep you informed about opportunities in the Bay Area for sailors to connect with and learn from others. Remarkably, when you express genuine enthusiasm and passion for sailing, you will attract others who will feel inspired to help you learn and get connected to the resources you need.

While we all have a responsibility to be as self-sufficient as possible, it’s great to know you always have a community to fall back on when you need a sounding board or get into trouble. One day, you will come across a sailor in need, and remembering all those who helped you on your journey, you will be glad to take your turn as a helper or mentor in your community.

6. How Long Does This Process Take?

In our experience, we have seen sailors go from absolute beginners to boat owners in about 1.5 to 3 years. Of course, you can go faster or slower depending on your schedule, budget, and goals.

The photo featured at the top of this article is of a former student and member,  Koren Leslie Cohen , seated on the deck of her very own boat,  Sugar . Click on the names to learn about how  Koren , Warren Holybee ,  Scott Corder , and  Ken and Linda Hargreaves  went from beginners to boat owners in only three years.

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Elegance at sea: What are Old money boat outfits?

Sailing and yachting are typical old money activities. Old money likes to either relax or compete using boats and therefore chooses old money boat outfits as suitable attire. But what do these consist of? 

Old money boat outfits are put together to impress and function in an extraordinary environment, the sea. Therefore, they consist of durable fabrics and clothes like Oxford shirts, sweaters, polo shirts, boat shoes, and blouses. These clothes combined give off the old money boat aesthetic.

As this short description of old money boat outfits describes the general aesthetic, we will jump deeper into this article on why yachting and sailing are so popular with old money, what an old money boat outfit should consist of, as well as some outfit inspirations for men and women.

Why is yachting and sailing so popular with old money?

With yachting, it is rather obvious why old money loves to do it. The luxury to travel to wherever you want on the water and just be with a selected group of people or on your own is a great feature money can buy. Also, you can get deals done with business partners away from disturbing factors or the press, or anyone else. 

If you want to know  where to travel with your yacht , check out my article about 17 old money travel destinations . 

As for sailing, old money loves to compete in sports and activities, especially old money activities like sailing. This sport is typically expensive and needs a high skill set to be performed correctly. Another thing old money loves about sailing is the exclusiveness through high pricing, the general vibe of sailing, as well as being on the sea with your well-off friends and enjoying life.

If you want to know more about  old money activities , check out my article about them here . 

Essentials of an old money boat outfit

In order to be worn in an old money boat outfit, clothes have to fulfill certain criteria. These are high qualityand good craftsmanship. The last thing you will want to want to face is your clothing ripping in the middle of the ocean because of poor quality, so keep this one in mind. Also, these clothes should sit comfortably and allow you to make all kinds of maneuvers without restricting your movements. 

• Polo shirts
• Cable knit sweaters
• Turtleneck sweaters
• Crewneck sweaters
• Zip Sweaters
• Crisp T-shirts
• Oxford shirts
• Linen shirts
• Tailored pants

Typically, these clothes come in colors like navy, white, black, or beige. Also, stripes are a great pattern with a nautical background. These clothes can be combined and together form great old money boat outfits. To have a proper hold on deck, you will need some shoes.

Flip-Flops may work on a yacht or party boat, but ideally, you will want to wear firm ones like sandals, espadrilles, or boat shoes. We will talk about the use of boat shoes later. 

To sum up, your outfits, choose accessories like:

• Silk scarves
• Pocket watches
• Bracelets with nautical elements

Benefits of boat shoes

Now, before we show you some outfit inspiration, let’s first look at why  boat shoes  are the best option for an old money boat outfit, besides their name. 

Boat shoes only have slight differences compared to loafers. These are mainly  rubber soles  to ensure a better grip on the boat, as well as l ace that runs around the side and heel of the shoe . With these, you not only will look stylish on the boat but also have the best functioning shoes that can also get wet and still be comfortable. 

You will  not even have to wear socks  if you are on the boat and just slide in and out of these shoes. These shoes are mainly made out of  leather, suede,  or  canvas  so they are  water-resistant . For colors, opt for  brown, beige, navy,  or  green  as these colors will be easy to combine. You may also choose white but they can get dirty easily with all the water. Either way, opt for  high quality . 

Old money boat outfits for women

Now, let’s look at old money boat outfits for women.

Relaxed linen outfit

This old money boat outfit consists of a  linen shirt and linen pants . This is more for a private ride with your boat or yacht as it is  not formal by any means . You can wear this outfit perfectly on a hot day to cool off. Also, you can just  put it over a bikini to cover up .

Elegant dress

This old money boat outfit is suited for a sweet date or a rather  formal occasion  like an evening event. Fitting the old money theme with elegance and sophistication, this outfit consists of a nice  dress . This can either be in neutral colors like  black ,  beige ,  white , or  blue  like in this picture.

As for accessories, wear something like a  necklace  or  earrings . As footwear, some  sandals  will be perfect. 

For more information about old money accessories, check out my article here .

Boat outfit for cold days

This old money boat outfit is suited for cold days. You will want to wear a sweater, ideally a  cable knit sweater . For pants, choose  chinos  or  jeans . If it might rain or is too cold, you can always add an additional layer with a  jacket  or  coat .

Old money boat outfits for men

Now we will look at some old money boat outfits for men. 

Relaxed Italian vibe

This outfit consists, similar to the one with the women, of a linen shirt. For pants, choose either  swimming trunks, shorts, chinos,  or  linen pants . You can wear this linen shirt unbuttoned to show your well-built chest or keep it closed.

For shoes, some  boat shoes  will be perfect. If you want to add some accessories and don’t feel the need to jump in the water directly, a  watch  will be great. Also, a  hat ,  sunglasses , and a  bracelet  will be great no matter your desire to jump in the sea. 

If you want to get to know more old money summer outfits for men , check them out here .

Zip sweater for colder weather

As it can get a little rough on a boat sometimes, this old money boat outfit will be the perfect option. Here, you will want to try and wear a  zip sweater  or a  cable knit sweater . They will provide you with enough warmth to encounter any weather at sea. Additionally, you may want to opt for a coat.

Formal boat outfit

If you want to seal a deal at sea or just cruise with your yacht in style, this outfit will be perfect. Here, you will either want to wear a  suit  or a  button-down shirt  with  a lightweight blazer  like  Seersucker.  Additionally, you will want to choose  chinos  or  tailored pants .

Try to keep the colors light or blue, as it will fit the maritime scenery. As footwear, some  boat- or dress shoes will be great. For accessories, opt for a  watch  and  sunglasses . 

Final thoughts on old money boat outfits

As you can see from this article, old money, and boats share a long history. Boats and yachts are not only an expression of wealth but also help you be in privacy.

To always look great and elegant on the boat, these old money boat outfits and clothes will help you with your style.

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Does it still make sense to restore old boats?

• Thread starter Jackdaw
• Start date Sep 30, 2012
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A general question. Does it still make economic sense to bring a generic old fiberglass boat from the 70s or 80s back to life? I'm talking about a boat that needs major work, that was obtained for little or no cost. In the past the vibrant market for used boats made this worthwhile in many cases. Now, with the market for older used boats at an all-time low, I'm having a hard time in seeing how any of this makes sense. The only exception I see is specialty boats, limited editions, or boats with other factors that make them candidates for restoration. No Catalina 25s need apply. No disrespect intended to C25s. I owned one and loved it. I hear of people doing total restores on flooded 24 footers and I wonder how that works out. You find a basketcase, and spend 2000 bucks and 200 hours of your time to turn a free boat into a $2000 boat. And everything that you didn't replace is still old. I'm not saying don't get an good old boat. Just spend the money up front and buy the BEST one you can find. Any boat that needs major work does not make sense. EDIT - From my 2nd post below to clarify and consolidate my posts..... I agree with everyone that talks about emotional investment. I've brought several boats back from the dead. And I totally honor any effort anyone makes to do so. But I'm looking at it from the start. Never before has the value of 'sweat equity' been so low. You can do tons of work on a low-cost boat, to bring it up to the value of a boat you could have bought for a bit more, often for LESS then the cost it too you to get the basket case there. And you get to enjoy that better boat right away. Thats my question really. Am I the only one thinking like this? Maybe as I get older my time is worth more. Thoughts?  

soldier1964

I bought my first boat for a really good price. Had a friend give a good mast for it. Apart from running some newer lines, the boat is in wonderful condition. Even the trailer is great apart from it not having any lights. It was perfect for someone learning to sail. Now I want a bigger one from pretty much the same year. It also is in very good shape for its age. Very solid needing just the tiniest of work. Once I fix it up, it is truly a part of me. The little bit of blood, sweat and tears really make it mine...  

Some of us: a) can't afford the boat we currently have (new price not what we actually paid for it!) b) actually like the restore work c) don't buy boats as investments So I'd say that if you want more boat than you can afford.......restoring is the way to go. And yes Jackdaw, I'd use your own argument to dicker the poor sap selling the boat out of even more $$$  

You are asking an open question which depends on many individual parameters and expectations. When you buy an old boat you shouldn’t be looking for instant resale value. What if you intend to keep it for the rest of your life? In the great cycle of things it’s not unreasonable to assume boat prices will again rise and become a seller’s market. It depends greatly on what price you paid, and what is needed to make the boat acceptable to you. I’ve been very pleased with my purchase of a 1977 Down East 45 and already spend more on it than it cost. But I’m enjoying it and it will shortly become a very unique boat with all the features we want —and I don’t plan to sell if for a long time. So what price do you put on enjoyment? See www.schooner-britannia.com  

Hello Jackdaw, While words like "sense", "cost", "reward" and "new" have different importance to each person, I certainly agree with soldier1964's idea of making the boat his own. With few exceptions the boats, vehicles, and properties my wife and I have purchased through the years have been old or used or in need of TLC. We find satisfaction in the result of our work on "previously enjoyed" boats especially. There are so many used boats just waiting for the right new owner. Phil  

IMHO I don't think it makes sense economically at all.. but ... if you NEED a boat and have some talent with your hands, and some cash flow but no savings that ya want to blow away, restoring a good old boat allows you to choose when to spend dollars.. If ya borrow the money, you will pay for it every month whether you choose to or not.. The caveat is that you have to know enough to not get hooked into something that would take an inordinate amount of hard dollars to get yourself sailing.. That is the hard part !! The other part is that you have to be willing to accept that the boat is old and will not ever be as sexy/spiffy as something newer.. It is like when I was in college and bought two Fiat 850 Coupes for $50.. I needed a car, I knew what I was getting because the engines were already disassembled .. I knew that all the stuff was there.. I slowly bought the few new parts and spent a lot of time cleaning and measuring and re-assembling.. I ended up with two runners, one of which I drove for 4 years.. Very economical cars, but I had to be content that they were not very quick, had no air conditioner, and didn't look very spiffy.. I sold one for $400.. and the other for $1000 .. definitely a bust if sweat equity is considered, but I did not have the dollars to buy stuff ..  

Merlin Clark

What your saying makes sense but for some of us, buying an old boat and fixing it up as time and finances allow is the only way to have a really nice boat. And then, some of us just really like working on boats and the sailor that puts his or her boat together is going to know how to fix it when that time comes.  

Good discussion and points. I agree with everyone that talks about emotional investment. I've brought several boats back from the dead. And I totally honor any effort anyone makes to do so. But I'm looking at it from the start. Never before has the value of 'sweat equity' been so low. You can do tons of work on a low-cost boat, to bring it up to the value of a boat you could have bought for a bit more, often for LESS then the cost it too you to get the basket case there. And you get to enjoy that better boat right away. Thats my question really.  

HankPhillips

I'm rebuilding a 1965 Jensen Marine 24.5 that was sunk 3 times tied to a dock over the last 10 years. I'm really enjoying it, so far she's been cleaned, rewired completely, front bulkhead retabbed, running rigging replaced, winches rebuilt, new rudder built as old shaft had actually fallen off from electrolosis, all stanchions pulled rebedded and new back up plates installed, 3 of the five ports rebuilt......she needs a new fresh water tank and plumbing, a bottom job, and a few other minor things. We did all of it ourselves, we know it's done right, and we know her inside and out. I think if you're able to do the work, go for it. I'm not looking at this as an investment, just family time together......might just give it to my son on his sixteenth.  

You know what I have Clay...it was in good shape and exceptionally priced when I got it, ut the real kicker for me is twofold... 1. Way easier (for me) to come up with $200 here $500 there and $750 on occasion (figure $500 month for 10 months) than it would be to pop 5 large on a boat at any given time... 2. I HAVE the technology, tools, know how and skills to do a rebuild...no fear here... my hot rods, my pulling tractor, my reef tank, the farm...all my hobbies are DIY oriented. Did I spend $4k-$5k on a $5k boat...? yeah, probably...but it's my boat, fully functional, looking good and that included al the "goodies" like inflateable vests, a raft and 15" chartplotter.. But your question was on "basket case" boats... I looked at a few before I adopted the Lazy Lady...Most all were rejected because the "final" price would have been too high I could have dumped $4-$5k into them and Still Not had a sailable boat to show...(plus gear) So I passed... Still plenty of sailable "good deals" out there if you look...no need to settle on "bones" if you want steak dinner...whether your on the installment plan or not...  

justsomeguy

Well I think that I will honk my horn on this one. A bunch of years ago I bought a Piper Cub airplane that was a basket case. I paid $3500 for it. When I got all of the catalogs and added up the cost of parts I realized that it would cost around $25,000. (no labor included) to get it in the air. Looking around in trade-a-plane I came across a number of Cubs for $20,000 ready to fly home. So I have been spanked and I learned my lesson. Now it is always great to have a labor of love for a hobby, but there are better options. First would be a part time job. You can earn enough to pay for a nicer boat in less time that it will take you to fix-up the basket case. Next would be an owner financed deal. It will take time but you can find them. If you came up with a payment plan you could be sailing for all of those years that you would be working on the boat and you will still have plenty of work to do. If you followed my advise you might want to stick to the Catalinas or Hunters because of the parts and resale advantage.  

it depends on the person; the boat, and what will the person be doing with the boat involved. some are well worth the effort, as are jensen wenk designs, and many others.  

I think the answer is, "It depends"  

Don S/V ILLusion

higgs said: I think the answer is, "It depends" Click to expand

Squidd & Tommays, IMO your approaches are right... level headed and looking at the bigger picture as to the current and future value of the boat and the value of your work/time. My advice to friends looking at boats today is to do what I think you did.... Buy the BEST possible boat you can, based on perhaps what you are willing to spend all-in during the first 12 months of ownership. These days, putting that into acquisition is is much better than repairs.  

25yearslater

Oday 27, 1976. Over $18,000 invested but it is a better than a new boat. Name one new 27 footer for that price. The ability to identify failures in the design and construction allows for corrective action that a new boat won't reveal for a decade or so. Sweat equity? What's that? What am I going to do with my time? I suppose I could watch sports or reality tv and swill beer. This is more fun though.  

I am really jealous every time I see a photo on the forum of someone's boat in a driveway or side yard at home. Affords so much time and convenience to work on the boat. And no daily demurrage fees. In my area, by even just looking at my bottom paint with "I want a go at" intent would cause my property to become a superfund site real quick. (A driveway is not a possibility for me anyway since my boat is too big for trailer transport without getting an expensive road damage mitigation permit required in my town for even projects such as delivery of new roof shingles. Also our CC&R's would prohibit.) To the original question, I agree with previous respondents' responses. But I would add one more consideration. Take on buying/restoring an old boat with the question: "Would I do this if the outcome at the end of my ownership is just breaking the thing up?" (In my area see the attached photo of an experimental airplane that had just been retrieved from the Sausalito channel after an unintentional water landing. The pile behind contains several - at least - broken up sailboats.) This question was my ultimate decision factor when buying my 1980 36' Cherubini Hunter. I was buying into a long dormant hobby, a challenge to my DIY skills, a new mindset, a new social network, fun, a useful way to pass time, etc. But economically, I asked myself if at the end of say 10 years on I needed to spend several thousand to have the boat simply taken off my hands, would I still be making the purchase of an old boat? The answer was yes. Its a hobby. Not an investment. Hobbies require money. Much like buying (say) a 1989 black Jaguar with original wire rim wheels and restoring almost like new. Might be fun, but unlikely anybody else would pay more than several hundred $'s above Kelly Blue Book (which is likely to be almost nothing) when it needed to be sold. For my boat, getting some $'s back when it is time to sell would be nice. But I won't be demanding it. My boat is likely to be almost 50 years old when I give up on it. (Which will also be about the time I might need to give up on myself as well!) By then 1990's used boats should also be very cheap. Why would anyone want a to buy a 1970-80's boat say in 2020 unless the model happens to have achieved cult status?  

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Bronze Age ship discovered intact off Israeli coast changes understanding of ancient navigation

• Published: Jun. 21, 2024, 9:56 a.m.

This photo released by Israel's Antiques Authority (IAA) on Thursday, June 20, 2024 shows Jacob Sharvit, left, and Dr. Karnit Bahartan, right, with the ancient jars that were carried on the world's oldest known deep-sea ship. AP

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A company drilling for natural gas off the coast of northern Israel discovered a 3,300-year-old ship and its cargo, one of the oldest known examples of a ship sailing far from land, the Israel Antiquities Authority said Thursday.

The discovery of the late Bronze Age ship so far out at sea indicates that the navigation abilities of ancient seafarers were more advanced than previously thought because they could travel without a line of sight to land, the IAA said.

The great depth at which the ship was found means it has been left undisturbed by waves, currents or fishermen over the millennia, offering greater potential for research, it said.

“The discovery of this boat now changes our entire understanding of ancient mariner abilities. It is the very first to be found at such a great distance with no line of sight to any landmass,” said Jacob Sharvit, head of the IAA marine unit, adding that two similar ships from the same era had been discovered previously, but only close to shore.

Sharvit said the assumption by researchers until now has been that trade during that era was conducted by boats sailing close to the shore, keeping an eye on land while moving from port to port. He said the newly discovered boat’s sailors probably used the sun and the stars to find their way.

The wooden ship sank about 55 miles off Israel’s Mediterranean coast and was discovered at a depth of 1.1 miles by Energean, a natural gas company which operates a number of deep-sea natural gas fields in Israel’s territorial waters.

In its work, Energean said it uses a submersible robot to scour the sea floor. About a year ago, it came across the 39- to 45-foot-long ship buried under the muddy bottom, nestled under hundreds of jugs that were thousands of years old.

The boat and its cargo were fully intact, the IAA said, adding that the vessel appeared to have sunk either in a storm or after coming under attack by pirates.

The ship for now is not being retrieved.

Energean worked with the IAA to retrieve two of the jugs, which were likely used for carrying oil, wine or fruit, and bring them to the surface for research.

The IAA identified the jugs as Canaanite, a people who resided in the lands abutting the eastern Mediterranean.

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Local Band helps start fundraiser for Greenwood Boat Ramp homicide victim

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Jayson Manookian was shot and killed early Tuesday morning at the Greenwood Boat Ramp near PRP .

Now the community and a local band are working to help the victim’s family move forward.

The death of 21-year-old Manookian has left his family reeling after he was shot and killed at the Greenwood Boat Ramp but the Dylan West Band is hoping to partner with the community ease that burden.

Manookian’s death rocked the Southend community and his sister’s social media post mourning his loss made its way to Dylan West and his manager who wanted to do something about it.

”She’s dealing with a lot right now and she’s going to be dealing with a lot on her own,” West said. “You know Kelly had seen her Facebook post and was really concerned you know and we kind of just put ourselves in her shoes and tried to do what we could to help her out.”

So, they did.

West and his band were already preparing to play at the first Southend Summer Kickoff at the Valley Station Derby City Pizza Company on Friday where they hoped to raise money for Shirley’s Way.

But West and his manager decided to also create a fundraiser for Manookian’s family.

”She just threw it out there and she knows I’m always down for stuff like that and then it kind of just blew up you know it’s really good to have all of the support of the community and stuff,” West shared.

West says his band plays alternative rock but does covers for multiple genres and will be joined by two other bands Friday night as part of the fundraiser.

Donations from families and businesses have made the event bigger than imagined for West.

“The next thing you know it went like viral,” said West. “I know Texas Roadhouse has given us some gift cards and we got, I believe, a free hair salon day and there’s a bunch of stuff man just coming from all over the place.”

The response was something West says he truly appreciates.

”Aw man it means a lot for real. Not even so much for me, I’m just glad that you know groups of people can still get together and stick tight and help people through hard times and stuff and that’s what means the most to me,” West said.

The event will be held from 6-11p.m. at the Valley Station Derby City Pizza Company Friday.

Manookian’s alleged killer is 21-year-old James Reece.

He appeared in court Friday after being arrested during a police chase Wednesday and is facing several charges, including murder.

A police report says a verbal argument led to the shooting in this lower lot of the Greenwood Boat Ramp before Reece and another suspect sped off.

A judge has set James Reece’s bond at $1 million.

If you’d like to learn how you can help you can contact Dylan West , Kelly Minks or Carson Davis Valley Station Derby City Pizza Company.

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MIAMI – Prosecutors say a 25-year-old woman is to blame for a tragedy at sea in 2022.

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According to prosecutors and investigators, Yaquelin Dominguez-Nieves, who lives in south-central Florida, was one of the human smugglers behind the voyage.

Coast Guard Investigative Service Special Agent in Charge Matthew J. Margelot and U.S. Attorney Markenzy Lapointe announced the case on Friday after CGIS agents arrested Dominguez-Nieves, of Sebring, in Highlands County.

“Human trafficking enterprises put the lives of migrants at risk in the pursuit of profit. Human traffickers exploit immigrants’ hopes for a better life,” Lapointe said in a statement.

Dominguez-Nieves is facing 10 counts of encouraging and inducing or attempting to bring aliens into the United States resulting in death. She faces a maximum penalty of life in prison or death.

U.S. Coast Guard Sector Key West, U.S. Border Patrol, The Monroe County Medical Examiner’s Office, and Highlands County Sheriff’s Office deputies assisted CGIS agents with the case.

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Demi Moore on Full Frontal Nudity With Margaret Qualley in ‘The Substance’: ‘A Very Vulnerable Experience’ but I Had a ‘Great Partner Who I Felt Very Safe With’

Demi Moore ‘s new film, the feminist body horror “ The Substance ,” sees her bare it all, with several scenes featuring full nudity. At the Cannes Film Festival press conference for the film on Monday, the 61-year-old actor discussed the “vulnerable experience.”

“Going into it, it was really spelled out — the level of vulnerability and rawness that was really required to tell the story,” Moore said. “And it was a very vulnerable experience and just required a lot of sensitivity and a lot of conversation about what we were trying to accomplish.”

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“I had someone who was a great partner who I felt very safe with. We obviously were quite close  — naked — and we also got a lot of levity in those moments at how absurd those certain situations were,” she said. “But ultimately. it’s just about really directing your communication and mutual trust.”

As the film progresses, Moore becomes horribly disfigured thanks to the abuse her other half Qualley is inflicting on her. By the film’s last act, she quite resembles Anjelica Huston from the 1990 film “The Witches,” after she transforms into a humpback abomination.

Dennis Quaid also stars in the film as an “asshole,” as he described his character during the presser. The late Ray Liotta was meant to have the role before his passing in May 2022, and Quaid dedicated his performance to him.

“In my heart, I dedicated this role to Ray Liotta, who was set to play it,” Quaid said. “It was this week, two years ago that he passed, so I’d like to remember him. He was such an incredible actor.”

Cannes went wild for “The Substance” at its premiere on Sunday night, giving the film an 11-minute standing ovation , the longest of the fest so far.

In an interview with Variety , the French director discussed the film’s feminist themes, saying that body horror is “the perfect vehicle to express the violence all these women’s issues are about.”

With an undercurrent of #MeToo at this year’s festival as the movement grows in France, Fargeat hopes the film will shine even more light on the issue. “It’s a little stone in the huge wall we still have to build regarding this issue, and to be honest, I hope my film will also be one of the stones of that wall. That’s really what I intended to do with it.”

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