I understand a true cutter rig boat will have the mast further aft than a boat with dual headstays. How far back is that? Would a certain station on the side view be sufficient to say the mast is back far enough to be a true cutter (and probably sail better with two headsails than one)? Or...

Hi everyone, we are in the process of buying a boat - Hanse 548 - from a charter company in Croatia. We are in the last step where we need to sign a purchase contract and make a down payment. We have also planned a full survey of the boat. We are completely new beginner and have no experience...

Question to members... What "gear" must (should) be left with the boat for the buyer? some tools (bag with hand tools)? socket sets, box wrenches assorted electric tools including drills, grinder, saber saw, sanders (battery and 110v) galley gear pots and pans etc. plates & cutlery cooking...

Any reviews and input on a Tartan 372? I read Bob Perry's review and some of the changes from teh 37 to 372, and although they appear to be minor, they do seem like a lot. Interior layout is different, different keel options and the girth of the beam was pushed towards the aft and eliminating...

Yard guy painted over the Depth Transducer and I'm having difficulty getting the antufouling off. Paint is a normal ablative with copper. Will 1 coat affect the transducer? Mark