The birth of a cruising boat

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Sailor Dave Martin transformed his small coastal boat into a dependable ocean cruiser when he decided he wanted to sail the world in 1985. He has already used the boat on his seven-year circumnavigation which covered 45,000 miles. Step-by-step account of how the boat was reconstructed is given.

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Closing the circle

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A cruising sailor describes how his boat 'Jester' was abandoned and lost in bad weather during its 14th trans-Atlantic crossing in 1988. A new 'Jester' was built with the aid of the Jester Trust and sailed in the 1992 Europe 1-STAR single-handed trans-Atlantic race.

Author: Richey, Michael
Personal narratives, Sailboat racing, Yacht racing

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A capable clipper

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The features and appearances of the design character boat Bayfield 36 are presented. The main features include the versatile cutter rig, which allows the boat for many sail-setting options for a wide and sea conditions.

Author: Martin, Ernie
United States, Product information

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Subjects list: Design and construction, Sailboats
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