Doug Ryan The Harsh Truth About Cheap Old Sailboats If you’ve been scrolling through YachtWorld or Craigslist and stumbled across a sailboat that looks “too good to be true,” there’s a good chance it is. In this post, we’re diving into the world of bad sailboats—the kinds of boats you probably shouldn’t buy, no matter how romantic … Read more
Have you ever fantasized about trading your driveway for a dock, your morning commute for a sunrise at sea, or ditching the mortgage in exchange for a tiller? For many, living on a sailboat is the stuff of dreams. For others, it’s a very real (and surprisingly doable) lifestyle. This post dives into the pros … Read more
Sailboats—romantic, serene, timeless. So why do they make up less than 1% of all boats in the U.S., and even fewer of new boat sales? Despite their charm, the sailboat lifestyle hasn’t exactly taken America by storm. In fact, their popularity has been sailing downhill since the 1980s. So what’s the deal? Let’s unpack five … Read more
Windsurfing and Kitesurfing are too exciting and fun water sports. Kitesurfing has really taken off in the past few years but windsurfing is still alive and well. Apart from both being done on the water and both using the wind, they are very different beasts. Are you thinking about giving one of them a try? … Read more
Windsurfing is a great water sport. It’s not the most popular sport in a lot of places. Finding windsurfing lessons and beginner gear can be a challenge in many places. Basic windsurfing is not that hard to learn on your own with the right equipment. I taught myself windsurfing. Choosing the right board and sail … Read more
If you are new to sailing and want to get a boat, what should you get? There are tons of sailboats out there on Craigslist, eBay, and Marketplace. Prices can range from free to a hundred thousand or more. What should you get for your first sailboat? Keep reading below to learn a little more … Read more
I love sailing and sailboats. Sailing is my favorite way to spend time in the summer. I’ve owned a lot of boats in my days. A few Sunfish, Lasers, Catalina 27s, a Catalina 22, a Hobie Cat, and so on. I’ve been around the block a few times now with small boat ownership. I’m a … Read more
Learning to sail is quick and easy. Learning to sail is not hard or time consuming. Let’s get that out of the way. There is a perception that sailing looks like a ton of work and is really complicated and nothing is further from the truth. I’ve sailed for a long time on many types … Read more
WindSUP boards are a board that can be used for both windsurfing and SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding). Many people started stand up paddle boarding by getting a paddle and an old windsurfing long board. It’s still a good inexpensive way to get into SUP if you can find a suitable board. There is even a … Read more