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Sailboats

Caribiana Sea Skiff 23

When this couple was ready to make the switch from sail to power, they chose a “niche” boat called a Caribiana Sea Skiff with a reputation for a seakindly ride, low maintenance and good lines.

Real Boats for These Readers

Soundings readers share stories with the editor about their personal boats which is particularly enjoyable because a lot of subscribers drive cool stuff.

Faux Real

Whether you’re replacing old teak decks or classing-up garden-variety nonskid, consider eschewing real wood for a low-maintenance, man-made option.

To Catch a Thief

A boat owner chases thieves from Maryland to Florida to recover $30,000 worth of stolen gear and gets help from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Unforgettable

A decade ago, a new department called Classics debuted in a fall issue of Soundings that was designed to highlight antique craft (built from 1919 to 1942) and classic models (from 1943 to 1975), both power and sail.

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Launched: the Hood 42 LM

The Hood 42 LM has classic downeast lines and shimmering varnish, along with modern technology for easier operation.

Courtesy Tashmoo Boatworks

Building the Tashmoo

A beloved skiff is back in production, bringing a storied Martha’s Vineyard design and its enduring workboat heritage to a new generation of boaters.

Painting of a boat

Maritine Art by Brechin Morgan

Brechin Morgan draws inspiration from a lifetime on the water, from working aboard rugged commercial vessels to sailing solo around the world in a 27-foot boat.

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