Category Archives: EN – The ideal yacht

MV Wind Horse, Linda+Steve Dashew US

Posted on August 12, 2011 by peter

If life time is going – sometimes its worth considering New Paradigms for Cruising. The Dashew family has been developing some perfect sailing boats for bluewater cruising – and after some time and getting older – converted thinking in terms … Continue reading →

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What ever happened to boat building? Part 3

Posted on March 26, 2011 by peter

Boatbuilding and the market Once more into the breach! The only way to be sure a boat is really robust and well-built enough for long-term use is to put it to long-term use – or break it trying… However the … Continue reading →

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What ever happened to boat building? Part #1

Posted on February 9, 2011 by peter

Few topics are as controversial among sailors as the quality of the boats we invest in to help realise our dreams of a life afloat. Obviously, choosing a boat ranks as one of the key decisions for any sailor: a … Continue reading →

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Stadtship 54, bluewateryacht with tiller steering

Posted on November 6, 2010 by peter

Stadtship 54 is an aluminium built bluewateryacht built by K & M Yachtbuilder in Makkum Netherland. The boat is fitted with tiller steering which can be easily tilted aside during harbour times. Please compare that this tiller can be offset … Continue reading →

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SSCA Forum comments about hydraulic steering

Posted on September 29, 2010 by peter

Garcia 50 and hydraulic steering issues

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